Best Bob Berman Podcasts (2025)

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'Changes need to be made': Former UNC QB Bryn Renner after Clemson loss 25:50

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WRAL's Brian Murphy spoke with North Carolina and NFL quarterback Bryn Renner about the Tar Heels' 38-10 loss to the Clemson Tigers. The blowout loss was head coach Bill Belichick's first ACC game. Murphy and Renner also discussed New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye's performance in the win on Sunday Night Football against the Buffalo Bills…

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Former UNC QB Bryn Renner on Tar Heels' quarterback dilemma 26:50

12h ago26:50

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WRAL's Brian Murphy spoke with North Carolina and NFL quarterback Bryn Renner about what the Tar Heels should do at quarterback with starter Gio Lopez nursing an injury and backup Max Johnson looking good in relief. The Tar Hels are coming off a bye week and face Clemson on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025.

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Norm Ornstein on Another Chaotic Week in DC 50:51

2d ago50:51

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Chaos has ensued across the federal government as we face another shutdown. We're joined by political scientist, an emeritus scholar at the American Enterprise Institute, and friend of the show, Norm Ornstein, to make sense of it all. What is this shutdown all about? Healthcare. With Republicans in charge of the House, the Senate, the Presidency, A…

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Rapid reaction: UNC, Bill Belichick embarrassed again in 38-10 loss to Clemson 24:02

2d ago24:02

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WRAL's Chris Lea and Pat Welter take a deep dive into what went wrong in UNC's 38-10 loss to Clemson and why Bill Belichick needs to show serious improvement to warrant a second season in Chapel Hill. They also discuss UNC basketball's Blue-White scrimmage and what to expect from Duke and NC State this season.…

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FULL SHOW: NLDS Preview live from Chickies & Petes! 2:57:34

2d ago2:57:34

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Rob and Mike are joined by Hall of Famer Al Morganti to preview Game 1 of the NLDS vs the LA Dodgers! Rob and Mike are joined by Tom McCarthy, Ray Didinger and Todd Zolecki.

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Eric Tulsky focused on Stanley Cup in second season as Carolina Hurricanes' GM 14:52

4d ago14:52

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WRAL's Pat Welter sat down with Carolina Hurricanes general manager Eric Tulsky to discuss what he learned in his first season as GM, key offseason additions, the secret behind small forwards and what it'll take to win the Stanley Cup.

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How to sell a billion dollars of snacks, with the founders of Chomps 32:10

5d ago32:10

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Chomps co-founders Rashid Ali and Pete Maldonado had an unusual side hustle: selling meat sticks online. The co-founders join host Jeff Berman to reveal the phone call from Trader Joe’s that changed everything, how they used lessons from failed startups, and how they built Chomps into a snack empire. Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newslet…

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Steven Bernstein - Director, Writer, Cinematographer 59:31

5d ago59:31

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Steven Bernstein has spent a career proving that risk and creativity go hand in hand. The award-winning director and cinematographer behind Decoding Annie Parker, Monster, and Like Water for Chocolate has shot nearly 50 films and written projects that have drawn actors like Rhys Ifans, John Malkovich, and Samantha Morton. In this conversation with …

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Bill Belichick-Dabo Swinney matchup, the 'noise' around Dave Doeren 42:44

5d ago42:44

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North Carolina (2-2) hosts Clemson (1-3) at noon ET Saturday at Kenan Memorial Stadium in Chapel Hill. It marks the first matchup between Bill Belichick and Dabo Swinney. WRAL's Mark Bergin and Pat Welter discussed which team has had the more disappointing start to the 2025 season. The guys also discussed which quarterback the Tar Heels could start…

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Design dominance sparks a blockbuster IPO, with Figma’s Dylan Field 26:51

7d ago26:51

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Figma burst into the public eye in 2022 after Adobe was blocked from buying the design startup for $20 billion. This chapter set the stage for an even bigger milestone at Figma: a splashy IPO this summer at nearly double that valuation. Dylan Field, Figma’s co-founder and CEO, joins Rapid Response to share what distinguishes Figma from competitors,…

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Dr. Tom Frieden and Brandy Zadrozny on RFK Jr. and the CDC 45:55

9d ago45:55

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Trump picked RFK Jr. to take over the Department of Health and Human Services, and chaos has ensued. So far, RFK Jr. is ignoring the advice of experts and bringing along his cronies to push vaccine skepticism. It could have a devastating impact on the health of Americans for years to come. We're joined by Former CDC Director Dr. Tom Frieden, who cu…

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Eagles-Bucs, Phillies Clinch First Round Bye, Ray Didinger & more 2:08:01

9d ago2:08:01

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Full Rob Ellis and Tom Kelly Show from 9/27

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

10d ago44:56

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In this episode of Pioneers of AI, Jeffrey Katzenberg and ChenLi Wang of the venture capital firm WndrCo share why storytelling is essential for building transformative companies and how AI shapes their work. Learn more about Pioneers of AI: http://pioneersof.ai/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https…

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Build stronger trust on your teams, with Rachel Botsman 30:04

12d ago30:04

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What happens when your team doesn’t trust each other? How can you repair damaged trust at work? How has technology changed the way we decide who to trust? Author and trust researcher Rachel Botsman joins host Jeff Berman to tackle these questions and more. Her latest book is How to Trust and Be Trusted: https://www.rachelbotsman.com/work/how-to-tru…

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Courage Brands Spotlight – Fitness Apparel, Cookies & Canned Water 26:09

12d ago26:09

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Our Courage Brands Spotlight is back, and this time Ryan, Billy, and Nicole put three very different brands under the lens. Billy kicks things off with Gymshark—the billion-dollar fitness brand built on TikTok and influencers instead of ads. Billy shares how a teenager’s side hustle turned into a global movement that connects physical and mental he…

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UNC is 2-2 entering Clemson game: Where do Bill Belichick and the Tar Heels go from here? 44:46

13d ago44:46

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WRAL's Mark Bergin and Pat Welter discuss North Carolina starting out 2-2 under head coach Bill Belichick. The Tar Heels are coming off a 34-9 loss to UCF. Bergin and Welter discuss whether Belichick would consider a return to the NFL. Specifically, Bergin suggests the Miami Dolphins as a potential suitor for Belichick if they fire current head coa…

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BBC's The Global Story 6:16

14d ago6:16

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Hear a teaser for The Global Story, the daily BBC news podcast that covers the intersection where the world and America meet. Find The Global Story on BBC.com or wherever you get your podcasts.By The Al Franken Podcast

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After devastating aid cuts, Mercy Corps keeps fighting, with Tjada D’Oyen McKenna 31:10

14d ago31:10

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For an organization built around responding to crises around the globe, Mercy Corps now finds itself at the center of its own trauma. Following the Trump administration’s aid cuts, two-thirds of Mercy Corps’ US-funded programs have been rescinded. CEO Tjada D’Oyen McKenna joins Rapid Response to share how she’s leading her team amid immense pressur…

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Former UNC QB Bryn Renner after Tar Heels' loss vs. UCF: There are 'major concerns' 19:35

14d ago19:35

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WRAL's Brian Murphy spoke with former North Carolina and NFL quarterback Bryn Renner to discuss the Tar Heels' 34-9 loss against UCF. Murphy and Renner discussed quarterback Gio Lopez's injury and whether Max Johnson should remain the team's starting quarterback.

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Mistakes doom NC State as Duke beats Wolfpack, 45-33 16:19

16d ago16:19

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WRAL's Chris Lea and Pat Welter react to Duke's 45-33 win over NC State.

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Randi Weingarten on Defending Our Public Education 44:30

16d ago44:30

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We are joined by Randi Weingarten, the President of the American Federation of Teachers, to discuss her new book, “Why Fascists Fear Teachers: Public Education and the Future of Democracy.” In the book, Weingarten details how there has been a systematic demonization of teachers and public education in America. She argues that one of the pillars of …

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Eagles-Rams, Nick Castellanos Comments, Zach Berman, Ray Didinger & more 2:11:51

17d ago2:11:51

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Full Rob and Mike Saturday Show on 9/20

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How to find your next mentor, with Janice Omadeke 32:50

19d ago32:50

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A great mentor can supercharge your career. That’s why author and entrepreneur Janice Omadeke wanted to make it easier for people to connect with the best possible mentors. She joins host Jeff Berman to reveal the insights from her book, Mentorship Unlocked, and lessons from her own journey as the founder of a tech platform for corporate mentorship…

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Unbeaten NC State is an underdog vs. Duke, UNC takes on UCF in road game 31:50

19d ago31:50

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WRAL's Mark Bergin and Pat Welter discuss how NC State (3-0) is a 3.5-point road underdog against Duke (1-2). Bergin and Welter share how quarterback CJ Bailey and running back Hollywood Smothers have gotten the Wolfpack off to a 3-0 start. Meanwhile, Duke is looking to snap a two-game losing streak. UNC travels to UCF on Saturday afternoon. The Ta…

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Ranjay Gulati - Professor at Harvard Business School 40:45

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Ranjay Gulati believes courage isn’t about being fearless — it’s about taking action when fear shows up. As the Paul R. Lawrence MBA Class of 1942 Professor at Harvard Business School and author of Deep Purpose and How to Be Bold, he studies how leaders and organizations confront uncertainty and turn it into fuel for growth. In this conversation wi…

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Historic changes across high fashion, with WSJ. Magazine’s Sarah Ball 26:33

21d ago26:33

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As the fashion world navigates an unprecedented wave of turnover from Chanel to Dior, WSJ. Magazine’s Editor in Chief, Sarah Ball joins Rapid Response to explore the most closely watched New York Fashion Week in years — what she calls "a September to remember." Ball also shares insights about how Vogue is poised to take shape post-Anna Wintour, the…

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NWSL Commissioner Jessica Berman talks expansion, growth and the future 14:56

21d ago14:56

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In this exclusive interview, NWSL Commissioner Jessica Berman sits down with WRAL’s Brian Murphy during her visit to Raleigh, North Carolina. They discuss the league’s rapid growth, from record transfer fees and a new TV deal to upcoming expansions and investments driving women’s soccer forward. Berman shares insights on how teams like the North Ca…

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Former UNC QB Bryn Renner on Tar Heels: 'Settling into their identity and who they want to be' 15:47

22d ago15:47

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WRAL's Brian Murphy spoke with former North Carolina and NFL quarterback Bryn Renner to discuss the Tar Heels' 41-6 win against Richmond. Murphy and Renner also discussed UNC's next game against UCF.

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Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott on Reducing Violent Crime 41:31

23d ago41:31

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Baltimore, Maryland is one of Donald Trump's most frequent targets when talking about crime in America. As the President continues to threaten to send troops into American cities, we wanted to hear from Baltimore's mayor, Brandon Scott. Since Mayor Scott took office, the city has seen a dramatic drop in violent crime. He explains his policies and h…

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Phillies Red Hot, Eagles-Chiefs Rematch, Ray Didinger & more! 2:09:37

24d ago2:09:37

2:09:37

Full Rob Ellis and Jody Mac show from 9/13

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Possible: Stephen Colbert isn’t so sure about AI (with Reid Hoffman) 55:20

24d ago55:20

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On the latest episode of Reid Hoffman’s Possible podcast, he and Aria talk with comedian Stephen Colbert. They discuss how J.R.R. Tolkien helps The Late Show host make sense of AI, whether technology will ever be able to replicate the ‘micronutrients’ of human interaction, and more. You can find this episode and more on the Possible podcast feed: h…

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Rapid reaction: NC State rallies for 34-24 win over Wake Forest 13:04

25d ago13:04

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NC State rallied from a double-digit deficit for the second time in as many games to defeat Wake Forest, 34-24. WRAL's Chris Lea and Pat Welter analyze the game as the Wolfpack are 3-0 for the first time since 2022.

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Duke's VJ Anthony Jr. talks growing in Durham as a UNC fan, getting named ACC Defensive Player of the Week 16:03

25d ago16:03

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Senior Duke defensive end Vincent "VJ" Anthony Jr. was named the ACC Defensive Player of the Week after his three-sack performance against Illinois. In an interview with WRAL's Pat Welter, Anthony shared what it was it was like growing up in Durham, even though he rooted for North Carolina. He went to Jordan High School and said his family gets to …

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Danielle Hawley - Global Head of Creative & Brand at Uber 45:05

26d ago45:05

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At Uber, Danielle Trivisonno Hawley turns bold ideas into work the world can’t ignore. As Global Executive Creative Director, she’s behind campaigns like “Tonight I’ll Be Eating,” Uber Don’t Eats, and #KeepUkraineMoving, while leading launches for products like Uber Reserve, Uber Teens, and Uber Trains. In this conversation with Ryan, Danielle shar…

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How a near-death experience changed this founder’s approach to fear 30:24

26d ago30:24

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Matthew Pohlson’s dreams of building a company were almost cut short by a near-death experience. The CEO and co-founder of Omaze reveals how it changed his mindset, and unlocked new ways to scale his business. Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy an…

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Bill Belichick looks for first UNC home win, Darian Mensah takes on former team 40:39

26d ago40:39

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WRAL's Mark Bergin and Pat Welter discussed what North Carolina needs to accomplish against Richmond when the two teams play Saturday afternoon. Welter said the Tar Heels should look to establish their running game, outlining the running backs who have gotten carries through two games. The guys also discussed Duke quarterback Darian Mensah taking o…

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Music biz at a crossroads: from Taylor Swift to AI, with Sowmya Krishnamurthy 30:09

28d ago30:09

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Sunday’s MTV Video Music Awards shone a light on some of the biggest storylines in the music business today – from the TikTokification of newly minted stars, to the evolving relationship between artists and brands. Music journalist and author Sowmya Krishnamurthy joins Rapid Response to break down business and cultural lessons from the show and wha…

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Rapid reaction: Bill Belichick gets first UNC win in Tar Heels' 20-3 victory over Charlotte 13:12

30d ago13:12

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WRAL's Pat Welter and Brian Murphy share their reactions to UNC defeating Charlotte 20-3 on Saturday night. It marked Bill Belichick's first win as head coach at North Carolina.

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War Correspondent Tim Mak on the War in Ukraine 46:13

1M ago46:13

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Donald Trump rolled out the red carpet for Vladimir Putin in Alaska last month and came up empty handed... No ceasefire, no concessions, nothing. So what does the future of the war in Ukraine look like? We turn to journalist Tim Mak who has been based in Kiev since the start of the war. Tim is the founder of The Counteroffensive, a Substack that ch…

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Eagles Start 1-0, Phils Rolling, Ray Didinger, Glen Macnow, Todd Zolecki & more! 2:16:26

1M ago2:16:26

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Full Rob Ellis and Mike Sielski show from 9/6.

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Gio Lopez or Max Johnson: Which UNC QB will Bill Belichick start vs. Charlotte? 30:15

1M ago30:15

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WRAL's Mark Bergin and Pat Welter discussed which UNC quarterback head coach Bill Belichick will start between Gio Lopez and Max Johnson for Saturday's road game against Charlotte. Belichick said earlier this week that he would see how the two players look in practice. Lopez left Monday's opener against TCU with a back injury. If healthy, the guys …

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Betting on product to win in fantasy sports, with Underdog’s Jeremy Levine 35:02

1M ago35:02

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As the NFL season kicks off this week, host Jeff Berman talks with a serial entrepreneur known for innovating in fantasy sports. Jeremy Levine is the founder and CEO of Underdog, a rapidly scaling unicorn. Levine reveals how a relentless focus on product helps his company break through entrenched competition. Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekl…

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Rhett Power and Suzy Burke, PhD - Science of Self-Talk 42:13

1M ago42:13

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The things we say to ourselves we’d rarely say to another person. Our self-talk, when we let it run rampant, can spiral us, slow us down and shrink our self-confidence. On this episode of The Courageous Podcast, Ryan teams up with his co-authors Rhett Power and Suzy Burke, PhD to preview their new book Headamentals (out Oct 28), a book born from si…

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Rapid Reaction: UNC falls to TCU 48-14 in disappointing Bill Belichick debut 13:06

1M ago13:06

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Pat Welter and Chris Lea try to make sense of UNC's performance in its blowout loss to TCU in Bill Belichick's collegiate coaching debut.

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Grab’s rise from rideshare to superapp in Asia, with Anthony Tan 28:35

1M ago28:35

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Grab is a rideshare service-turned superapp, not available in the US but rapidly growing in Southeast Asia. It’s even outmaneuvered global players like Uber to reach a valuation north of $20 billion. Grab’s co-founder and CEO Anthony Tan joins Rapid Response to share how the platform has successfully expanded into food delivery and fintech, while a…

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BEST OF: Bob Odenkirk on Comedy (and Drama)! 53:46

1M ago53:46

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In this Best Of episode, we revisit our 2022 conversation with comedian and actor Bob Odenkirk! We got to hear from him about his memoir “Comedy, Comedy, Comedy, Drama” and his early beginnings writing comedy in grade school. We reminisce about our days together at Saturday Night Live and discuss some of our favorite sketches. We also talk about hi…

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Full Saturday 8/30 Mike Sielski and Buzz Show: Generational Cowboys hate, Phillies, Zach Berman, David Sullivan, Brian Schiff and more! 2:08:12

1M ago2:08:12

2:08:12

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Reid Hoffman & Kickstarter’s Everette Taylor take your questions 28:44

1M ago28:44

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For our latest Strategy Session, Reid Hoffman and Kickstarter CEO Everette Taylor answer questions from entrepreneurs about how to build more resilient businesses. They share frameworks for taking smarter risks, finding co-founders, and more. Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe See Privacy Polic…

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David van der Sanden - Head of Internal Communications and Engagement at Patagonia 56:26

1M ago56:26

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David van der Sanden turns Patagonia’s purpose into something employees can live, not just understand. As Head of Internal Communications & Engagement, he focuses on translating the company’s mission to save our home planet into stories, actions, and experiences that connect people to the work and to one another. In this conversation with Ryan, Dav…

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Which UNC QB will Bill Belichick start? NC State preps for ECU rematch 37:35

1M ago37:35

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WRAL's Mark Bergin and Pat Welter discussed which quarterback the North Carolina Tar Heels will start in Bill Belichick's collegiate coaching debut against TCU. UNC is expected to choose between transfer Gio Lopez and Max Johnson. The guys also shared which running backs will help carry the load with the departure of Omarion Hampton. They also disc…