Best Alexis Ohanian Podcasts (2025)

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Shaping the future of college sports with the commissioners of the ACC, Big 12, and BIG EAST 9/18/25 29:40

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CNBC's Alex Sherman speaks with BIG EAST Commissioner Val Ackerman, ACC Commissioner Jim Phillips, and Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark at CNBC and Boardroom's Game Plan 2025. They discuss the seismic transformation underway in college sports with conference realignments, the rise of NIL, shifting media rights deals, and regulatory uncertainty. Ho…

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How Microsoft is democratizing safe AI 36:21

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Responsible AI is more than a buzzword, it’s a guiding principle at Microsoft. Sarah Bird, Chief Product Officer of Responsible AI, leads the company’s efforts to build and deploy AI products with responsibility at the core. She and her team bring standards across the company’s AI efforts, and have played a central role in building Microsoft Copilo…

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The Future You Avoid Is Riskier Than the One You Face with LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman 1:06:32

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The future is something we create, not just something that happens. To guide progress toward real good, we need bold, optimistic visions of what society can become. Reid Hoffman makes the case for better science fiction - stories that don’t just entertain, but illuminate the futures we can strive for. As a serial entrepreneur and cofounder of Linke…

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NCAA President Charlie Baker 9/11/2025 37:53

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CNBC's Alex Sherman spoke with President Charlie Baker about the changing landscape of college sports. They also spoke about his caution with private equity, Title IX and sports betting. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.…

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The power of storytelling in VCs, with Jeffrey Katzenberg and ChenLi Wang 44:56

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WndrCo is a venture capital firm that views storytelling as the foundation of every successful business, and for good reason. Its founding partner, Jeffrey Katzenberg, helped build DreamWorks into one of the most celebrated animation studios in the world. He is joined at the helm by ChenLi Wang, WndrCo’s managing partner and one of the earliest hir…

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What Your Love Life Can Teach You About Work Relationships with psychotherapist Esther Perel 1:02:24

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We’ve never had more freedom in our relationships—yet many of us feel more disconnected than ever. Marriage, family, and even the workplace have all been reshaped by shifting norms, new technologies, and rising expectations. Happiness, once a nice-to-have, is now the very glue that keeps both couples and teams together. Few people understand these …

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NFL valuations with CNBC's Michael Ozanian and NFL RedZone host Scott Hanson 9/4/25 45:23

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CNBC's Alex Sherman sits down with Scott Hanson, host of NFL RedZone. They discuss the upcoming NFL season, the grueling seven-hour broadcast, his contract amid the Disney/NFL deal, and his dream of expanding the RedZone format to college football and beyond. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our co…

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Replay: How AI is shaping the job market, with Hilke Schellmann 31:15

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This week, Pioneers of AI is bringing back one of our most thought-provoking conversations: How AI is transforming the job market. Hilke Schellmann, journalist and author of “The Algorithm,” has spent years diving into the impact of AI on who gets hired and moves up – or doesn’t. Revisit this episode where we talk about how and why she began report…

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Your Instincts Know What You Want with Author Arthur Brooks 55:54

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Your instincts aren’t just whispers. They’re a compass pointing you toward the life you’re meant to live. But in a world obsessed with speed, metrics, and outcomes, most of us forget how to listen. Arthur Brooks, bestselling author and Harvard Business School professor, teaches one of the most popular classes on happiness. But his insights come not…

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Tennis Hall of Famer Maria Sharapova 8/28/25 12:52

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CNBC's Alex Sherman speaks with Maria Sharapova. They discuss her induction into the Tennis Hall of Fame, her legacy, managing pressure and expectations, the game's business evolution, the state of competition in men's and women's tennis, and where she's investing today. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information …

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Inside how The New York Times leverages AI 38:02

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For years, news organizations have walked a fine line between embracing new and emerging technologies and safeguarding their IP and content from those same technologies. The New York Times is no exception when it comes to its relationship with AI. Alex Hardiman, Chief Product Officer of The New York Times, is leading the storied news organization’s…

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Billie Jean King 8/26/25 18:34

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CNBC's Alex Sherman sits down with hall of fame tennis legend Billie Jean King. They discuss embracing the aging process, the current state of women's sports, and why she believes the future of the game depends on a united tennis tour. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of pers…

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The Power of Doing One Thing Exceptionally Well with Gymshark Founder and CEO Ben Francis 1:01:14

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We’re often told to do more, move faster, and chase the next big trend—but some of the most remarkable successes come from narrowing your focus, obsessing over one thing, and truly understanding the people you’re serving. Ben Francis knows this better than most. He started Gymshark with nothing more than a sewing machine and a passion for making gy…

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"Changeover" author Giri Nathan and NWSL Commissioner Jessica Berman 8/21/25 43:27

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Alex Sherman kicks off the podcast with Giri Nathan, author of Changeover, to discuss his new book on the epic rivalry between Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner. Later, he’s joined by Jessica Berman, Commissioner of the NWSL, for a conversation on whether franchise valuations could soon reach $1 billion and why the upcoming World Cup is a pivotal op…

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Back to school: How AI is transforming the classroom, with Sal Khan 42:13

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It’s back-to-school season and questions about how AI is changing the classroom are top of mind for parents, students, and teachers. Sal Khan, the founder of Khan Academy, an education platform that pioneered online learning, is one of the leading voices in the conversation about how AI is shaping education. He joins Pioneers of AI to discuss how A…

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Simon Goes Nuclear with nuclear energy influencer Isabelle Boemeke 1:06:20

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“Nuclear” might make you wince—but the real problem isn’t the energy, it’s the branding. Safe, low-carbon, and scalable, nuclear could be a climate hero—if only we told the story right. Isabelle Boemeke is on a mission to change how we think about nuclear energy. A Brazilian model turned the world’s first nuclear influencer, she created her alter e…

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American Kings author Seth Wickersham & Versant President of Sports Matt Hong 8/14/25 30:58

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ESPN’s Seth Wickersham dives into his new book American Kings, a biography of quarterback. Plus, Versant Sports President Matt Hong shares insights on the company’s growth strategy, its latest media rights moves, and the future of sports broadcasting. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection…

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Can artists and AI coexist? 38:40

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Award-winning visual artist Shantell Martin has made a name for herself through her signature black-line, graphic drawings that have scaled gallery walls and traced paths across Times Square. She's collaborated with iconic brands like Tiffany & Co, as well as leading artists like Kendrick Lamar. For the past ten years, Martin has also been at the f…

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The Brilliance of Boredom with creative polymath Elle Cordova 1:05:22

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We’re wired to chase the next spark - scrolling, swiping, refreshing - but some of our brightest ideas sneak in when we stop chasing, let boredom settle in and give our minds room to wander. Elle Cordova knows the power of that pause. When the pandemic hit pause on her life as a touring musician, she stumbled into new creative territory - making of…

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Does OpenAI’s new model deliver on the hype? Inside GPT-5 with Jeremy Kahn 23:08

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OpenAI has released the latest iteration of its flagship product, GPT-5. It arrives after much anticipation, but does it live up to the hype? Jeremy Khan, AI Editor at Fortune, returns to the show to break down what this new model can do. We’ll explore how it performs compared to past iterations, what OpenAI decided to improve and why, and what GPT…

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Athlos & Reddit founder Alexis Ohanian 8/7/25 40:35

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CNBC's Alex Sherman talks with Ohanian about Athlos and why women's track and field is his next billion-dollar bet, tech innovation in sports and the case for sports as the "anti-AI" durable entertainment category. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data fora…

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Possible: Alexis Ohanian on the future of online and offline communities 53:31

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How do we build products and platforms that support a healthy, prosperous future? What will it take to “make the internet fun again?” Should kids be using AI? This week, serial entrepreneur and investor Alexis Ohanian—who co-founded Reddit two decades ago and is currently working to reinvent the social news aggregator Digg—joins Reid and Aria to ta…

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The Privilege of Bad Experiences with NASA astronaut Jonny Kim 26:10

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This was the most epic Zoom call we’ve ever been a part of — an incredible conversation with NASA astronaut Jonny Kim, live from the International Space Station, with sunrise on Earth as a stunningly causal site behind him as they barreled at 17,000 mph in orbit. Thanks to the amazing team at Johnson Space Center, Jonny was able to join us to share…

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Premier League CEO Richard Masters 7/31/2025 37:10

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CNBC's Alex Sherman has a wide-ranging conversation with EPL boss Richard Masters about the future of the world's most-watched football league, the rise of U.S. ownership, and capitalizing on the World Cup. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.…

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How Writer is helping Fortune 500 companies become AI-forward 32:43

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As AI becomes a bigger part of the modern workplace, more companies are integrating agents into their workflows, redefining how employees and technology collaborate. At the forefront of this shift is Writer, a company deploying AI agents to take on time consuming tasks, from analyzing customer feedback to drafting business proposals. In this episod…

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New York Giants legend Eli Manning 7/24/2025 30:22

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The 2x Super Bowl winning quarterback on his latest investment in a sports equipment company XTech, why he's stepping back in pursuing a stake in the New York Giants, and his predictions for the upcoming NFL season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advert…

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How Google DeepMind is building AI that can help humanity 38:47

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Google DeepMind is the powerhouse artificial intelligence lab behind Google’s AI assistant, Gemini. It’s also behind the groundbreaking AI tool, AlphaFold, that can predict a protein’s 3D structure. DeepMind’s COO, Lila Ibrahim, who’s the former COO and President of Coursera, has built her career on exploring how technology can benefit humanity. Sh…

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MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred, 7/17/25 27:01

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CNBC's Alex Sherman sits down with MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred during the All-Star festivities in Atlanta. Their conversation covers a wide range of topics, including the collective bargaining agreement, potential salary caps, league expansion, and the future of robo umpires. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for inform…

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Can AI talk us out of conspiracy theories? 30:37

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From deepfakes to fabricated news, AI has been shown to generate convincing deceptive images and videos, increasing the spread of misinformation. David Rand, a professor of Information Science and marketing at Cornell University, is using the same technology for a different purpose: debunking those very same conspiracy theories. In a recent and gro…

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The Business Case for Good Manners with etiquette coach William Hanson 54:44

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Good manners aren’t just about being polite — they’re about making other people feel seen. William Hanson is one of the world’s leading etiquette coaches. He’s advised royalty, CEOs, and television personalities on how to communicate with clarity, confidence, and grace. But his mission goes far beyond fine dining or proper handshakes. In today’s fa…

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Kansas City Chiefs MVP Patrick Mahomes 7/11/25 23:21

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The Chiefs quarterback opens up about his love of coffee, an 18-game season, and future ownership ambitions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By CNBC

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How today’s AI giants mirror global empires of the past, with journalist Karen Hao 38:16

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In her New York Times bestseller “Empire of AI,” journalist Karen Hao traces the rise of an intriguing and controversial tech giant: OpenAI. In years spent chronicling the company, she came to a theory of how OpenAI’s operating model mimics imperialist empires of the past – and how other major AI players have followed suit. Hao’s history and analys…

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Live Like You Have 2 Years Left with dancer and cancer survivor Angela Trimbur 53:41

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You have two years left to live. What would you do? That's a real question Angela Trimbur had to answer. In 2018, a breast cancer diagnosis forced her to get honest with herself. If Angela had only 2 years to live, what kind of life did she truly wish to live? Angela chose to start over. She sold everything she owned, moved to New York City, and be…

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WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert 7/3/25 28:01

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CNBC's Alex Sherman talks with WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert and top sports executives from Cleveland, Detroit, and Philadelphia about the league's bold expansion plans. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.…

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What humans get (and don’t get) from AI, with MIT’s Pattie Maes 37:23

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Artificial general intelligence, or AGI, is the next horizon that could match or surpass human thinking. Companies are investing billions in it, but not necessarily in projects to help humans with our memory, health, or well-being. MIT Media Lab professor Pattie Maes believes a different approach to how we advance AI could center and even re-define…

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CNBC Sport Special - Curry Inc: The Business of Stephen Curry 7/1 23:03

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Curry Inc: The Business of Stephen Curry explores how the greatest shooter of all time is preparing for life after basketball. Through exclusive interviews with Stephen Curry, his head coach Steve Kerr, and key executives behind his growing business ventures, CNBC Media & Sports Reporter Alex Sherman takes viewers inside Thirty Ink, Curry's growing…

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The Quiet Power of the Empathetic Leader with Navy SEAL turned rowing coach Gordon Schmidt 1:10:02

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When morale problems affect a team, some leaders choose to make a big, rousing speech. But quite often, it’s the quiet leader who leads with empathy that sees a better emotional solution. Gordon Schmidt is a retired Navy SEAL with enough combat experience to understand that empathy is an operational advantage, not a weakness. After 20 years of mili…

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Possible: Latanya Sweeney on AI, trust, and privacy 54:55

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How does the rise of AI impact our sense of what’s true? How can humans maintain a degree of individual privacy and unlock the benefits of AI while mitigating potential harms? In this episode, Reid and Aria sit down with data privacy pioneer Latanya Sweeney, Professor of Government and Technology at Harvard; former Chief Technology Officer at the U…

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NASCAR Commissioner Steve Phelps 6/26/25 24:12

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CNBC's Brian Sullivan sits down with NASCAR's first-ever Commissioner, Steve Phelps, to discuss the current state of racing, media rights, the growth of street races, and NASCAR’s legal battle with Michael Jordan. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertis…

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Elias Torres wants to reach unicorn status with just 100 employees 30:17

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Founders and entrepreneurs today are racing to build companies with the leanest teams possible. Elias Torres, founder and CEO of Agency AI, a B2B company that delivers personalized, AI-powered customer service, is doing exactly that. His goal? To reach unicorn status with just 100 employees. Formerly the VP of Engineering at HubSpot and co-founder …

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Your Unhappy Brain Needs Some Assistance with happiness expert Mo Gawdat 1:32:39

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Happiness is a choice. But it’s not always an easy choice to make. Mo Gawdat had to face an impossible choice. Before he was a bestselling author and podcast host, Mo worked a lucrative career as Chief Business Officer at Google X. He reached the heights of business influence and amassed a fortune by 29. And yet, he was miserable. It was only after…

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Possible: Jane Goodall on hope, AI, and the natural world 59:01

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What would it look like to keep all living creatures in the loop on the development of new technology? Reid sat down for a wide-ranging solo discussion with Jane Goodall on that very subject – and more. They talked about how to maintain hope and focus on local impact in today’s often chaotic world, how technology – and AI in particular – might be h…

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US Open Champion J.J. Spaun 6/19/25 22:42

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CNBC's Alex Sherman talks with J.J. Spaun about his famous CVS run, overcoming health obstacles, changes on the PGA Tour and how he plans to spend his $4.3 million prize money. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.…

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How to use AI to fight online image abuse, with Breeze Liu 35:37

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AI is a powerful tool full of possibilities, but it also carries the potential for significant harm. One disturbing misuse is the creation of synthetic “revenge porn” through deepfakes, targeting anyone without consent. Breeze Liu, a survivor of this form of online image abuse, has dedicated her career to preventing it from happening to others. As …

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We All Get Cancelled One Day with Somebody Feed Phil’s Phil Rosenthal 1:08:17

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🚨 Chomp Alert! 🚨 We saw your comments — loud and crunchy. Turns out not everyone wants front-row seats to mouth sounds. Who knew? Skip to 29:29 to dodge most of the chewing. We promise, after that it’s just a few graceful nibbles of Basque cheesecake. 🧀🍰😅 _____________________________________ We turned the studio into a restaurant for the day—becau…

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Father's Day Celebration 36:14

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Wishing a happy Father's Day to all the Business Dads! Our new season is coming soon, with some heavy hitter guests. Enjoy this highlight reel of our favorite moments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Seven Seven Six

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Possible: Artful Intelligence, part 3, featuring Paul Trillo 56:38

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What does it take to create something the world has never seen before? In this final episode of Artful Intelligence, Reid Hoffman and Chris McLeod explore what it takes to spark a creative revolution with filmmaker Paul Trillo. Using OpenAI’s groundbreaking AI video generator, Sora, Paul directed the world’s first fully AI-generated music video. Af…

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WNBA legend Candace Parker 6/12/25 35:01

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CNBC's Alex Sherman talks with Candace Parker about the state of basketball, NIL, her broadcasting career and her new book. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By CNBC

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How to build robots that can live alongside us, with Cynthia Breazeal 37:23

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Over the past several decades, the field of robotics has achieved remarkable milestones. Robots have been sent to Mars and to the deepest parts of the ocean. Cynthia Breazeal, a professor at the MIT Media Lab, believes there’s another frontier that robots should enter: our daily lives. As a pioneer in social robotics, Breazeal has devoted her caree…

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The Extraordinary Magic of Ordinary People with author Brad Meltzer 52:40

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Magic moments do happen in real life. If you ask Brad Meltzer, magic happens when ordinary people choose to do the extraordinary. Brad is a prolific writer and bestselling author. He’s published over 70 books in nearly every genre you can think of—thriller novels, biographies, children’s books, film and television. He’s written comic books for icon…