Best Brandon Cloud Podcasts (2025)

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Did Chat GPT 5.0 try to make us cry? 48:01

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After a summer hiatus, Kayla and Rachel are back—and ready to get into a new writing flow. Rachel shares her progress on Dinner for Eight, including how she’s realizing her protagonist’s marriage needs more depth (or maybe more dysfunction). Kayla talks about experimenting with feeding her dystopian novel The Woman Tree into ChatGPT for a Save the …

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Before Yeshua Returns: What We MUST Endure 48:08

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What must happen before Yeshua returns? And what must believers endure in the meantime? Tonight, Michael Rood gives you a true “rude” awakening in the first episode of a series that reveals what happens next! Join this channel to get access to perks: / @aroodawakening Watch more on the Michael Rood TV App! https://bit.ly/2X9oN9h Join us on ANY soci…

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Super Soaker Secrets: Lonnie Johnson Unleashed 5:34

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On this episode of IDKMYDE, B Daht shares how Lonnie Johnson turned a simple idea into one of the world's most iconic toys--but it took decades for him to see the full impact of his invention. Discover the surprising journey behind the man who changed Summer forever. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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How Yeshua’s Sacrifice Should Change the Way We Treat Others 48:29

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We know that Yeshua died for us, but do we appreciate it? Eric Sandusky recalls the gravity of what Yeshua did for us as a means of self-reflection in our faith walk and as a warning to avoid the trap of judging fellow Torah-observant believers when they see things differently than we do. Join this channel to get access to perks: / @aroodawakening …

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The Cloud Got Smoke: When Tech Pollutes Black Neighborhoods 8:04

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The internet feels invisible, but the data centers that power it leave a heavy footprint -- and too often, that footprint lands in Black and Brown communities. In this episode of I Didn't Know, Maybe You Didn't Either, B Daht breaks down how the NAACP is fighting "environmental racism 2.0" and why the Cloud might not be as clean as it looks. See om…

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EP 71: Mathias Lia Carlsen from whitson 1:14:40

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Mathias has a knack for shaking up an industry that doesn’t exactly love change, and he’s doing it from the inside. As CEO of Whitson, he’s bringing petroleum engineering software into the cloud era, building tools that work in real time instead of waiting on clunky desktop updates. We talked about what it takes to get a traditional industry to emb…

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#93: Decision Intelligence and AI with Frederic Laluyaux of Aera Technology 39:16

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*Hosted by Andrei Palamariu* What if machines, not people, were making your company’s most critical supply chain decisions? In this episode, I interviewed Frederic Laluyaux, President and CEO of Aera Technology, to unpack how decision intelligence is reshaping enterprise operations. Frederic shares why he left SAP and Anaplan to pioneer agentic AI …

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They’ve taken the Traditions and Removed the King 46:35

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Revival isn't about emotional hype or scheduling tent meetings. It's about returning to humility, truth, and reverence before God. Discover how our traditions, expectations, and even doctrines can become idols when they replace God's actual Word. In this raw and honest talk, Eric and Scott unpack how to truly align with God’s plan, rediscover rever…

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Mercury Got Beef with Virgos 6:54

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I don't usually buy into astrology, but after dropping my phone in the lake, stranded on the side of the road, and a toothache waking me out of my sleep at 3 a.m., I had to take a look at this Mercury Retrograde thing sideways. Turns out, this Leo-based retrograde might actually be targeting Virgos like me--and what's coming next in November might …

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EP 70: Michael Egan from Bunting Labs 1:09:02

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AI and GIS might not sound like the flashiest combo, until you hear what Bunting Labs is cooking up. Michael Egan breaks it down with John and Bobby: how they’re turning old-school geologic maps into clean, digital datasets, baking large language models into QGIS, and giving non-technical folks the power to ask spatial questions like pros. From lan…

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Save the Cat! 1:17:06

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After a little summer hiatus (camping, in-laws, a spiral-bound manuscript from FedEx…), Kayla and Rachel are back in the podcast saddle and diving deep into the storytelling structure that screenwriters love and novelists love to hate: Save the Cat. Rachel reveals she finished a whole-ass book (?!), and together they break down Blake Snyder’s iconi…

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Software, blockchain and the Agorist Cipher with TechLibre #175 54:50

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In episode #175 of the Agorist Nexus Podcast, host Brandon Aragon and guest TechLibre, an expat in Peru with a diverse background, explore software and blockchain's role in advancing agorist principles. They discuss the Agorist Cipher newsletter, a key resource for the counter-economy, promoting privacy-focused tools. Check Out The Agorist Cipher N…

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Torah Truth or Just Head Knowledge? A Wake-Up Call for Believers 50:12

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When we first discover the Torah, we get so excited because Scripture finally makes sense and contradictions simply melt away — but did we gain anything? Eric Sandusky brings a sobering message specifically for the Torah observant believer: Knowledge is one thing, but what are you doing with it? Join this channel to get access to perks: / @aroodawa…

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From Petty to Prestige: Lamborghini's Clapback & Where the Women At? 5:40

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This episode of IDKMYDE starts with a wild recap of Ebony Fit Weekend and 3 solid spots where single men can find quality women--no gimmicks, just game. Then our Host, B Daht, hits you with three useless facts you didn't know and a petty Italian revenge story so powerful, it birthed the Lamborghini. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati…

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Hot Takes on the Writers' Luncheon 47:00

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This week, we attend a virtual "lunch and learn" hosted by the Women’s National Book Association and featuring legendary San Francisco literary agent Andy Ross—and yes, we actually lunched. While the rest of the Zoom played it cool, we munched focaccia and dished about querying, rejection, and whether you can ever send your manuscript to another ag…

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From the Freak Show to Freedom: The Muse Brothers and Other Wild Facts 7:44

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What do glowing humans, thinking octopus arms, and a hidden basketball court have in common with 2 kidnapped black albino brothers? This episode uncovers the unbelievable true story of the Muse Brothers--plus 3 random facts you'll never forget! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Black Effect and iHeartPodcasts

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Brandon Sanderson Mansplaining, The Next Big Story, The Bonnie Blue of Agents, and Rachel's Muse is Murderous 1:13:00

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Kayla and Rachel share juicy updates on their newest writing projects—Rachel’s twisty, spicy dinner party murder mystery (with a murder mystery game inside!) and Kayla’s speculative dystopian novel idea, recently submitted to The Novelry’s “Next Big Story” contest. They discuss the thrill and terror of writing fast, sending before revising, and nav…

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The Black Dollar Only Stays 6 Hours?!?" 8:24

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Did you know the Black dollar only circulates for 6 hours, while in other communities it can stay for 20 days? From Tulsa's Black Wall Street to Marcus Garvey's global business dreams, this episode of I Didn't Know, Maybe You Didn't Either, B Daht uncovers the receipts on how Black folks have been doing group economics and why bringing that energy …

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Why the Ark of the Covenant Keeps Moving 49:18

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Where exactly is the Ark of the Covenant? The truth is… it’s been moved. In fact, it’s been moved several times throughout history. But why was it moved, and why should it matter to us today? Michael Rood explains the prophetic significance of moving the Ark of the Covenant, and the most elaborate plan to hide it until this very day. Join this chan…

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Jeremiah Hid the Ark 50:43

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During the Babylonian siege, the prophet Jeremiah led a group of priests through the caves and passageways under the Temple Mount to hide away the Ark of the Covenant and the Tabernacle of David — and they’re still there today. To understand the significance of the Ark of the Covenant, the Tabernacle of David, and their future prophetic fulfillment…

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BBQ Ain't from Texas, It's from Taino 5:17

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B Daht starts today's episode of I Didn't Know Maybe You Didn't Either by sharing 3 Useless Facts about Food, then, you ever wonder where barbecue really started? Before the smoker hit the South, the fire was lit in Haiti--and the story is smokier than you think. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Doing It Guilty: How Inherited Trauma Shapes Entrepreneurs and What It Takes to Break the Cycle with Dr. Pauline Yeghnazar Peck 51:13

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What if the anxiety, overworking, or self-doubt you feel as an entrepreneur isn’t just about your business, but the patterns you inherited? In this episode of Raw and Real Entrepreneurship®, Susan Sly sits down with trauma-informed psychologist Dr. Pauline Yeghnazar Peck to explore how inherited trauma and cultural expectations shape entrepreneurs.…

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Big Beautiful Slavery with Ancap Air #174 1:16:06

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In this episode Brandon Aragon and Derek Wills go over recent events and the Big Beautiful Bill. Check Out The Agorist Cipher Newsletter https://agoristcipher.com/ Sign up for the free Newsletter at the Cipher here ⁠Buy Wendy McElroy’s book Samuel Edward Konkin III Revolutionary Friend here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.agoristnexus.com/shop/⁠⁠ SPONSORED BY ⁠⁠…

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Storytime 2 - Stories that were too good for Reedsy. MJ’s “Clouds,” The Flamingo Poem and love for Chuck Palahniuk 55:36

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Episode 7: Storytime – The Ones We Never Submitted This week on Write Your Heart Out, Kayla and Rachel read the stories they didn’t submit to the Reedsy contest—and wow, you’re in for a ride. Kayla's story, “The Muse,” features a moody writer, a mysterious muse, and an ex-fan with unsettling cinnamon energy. Rachel shares “An Extra Scoop of Revenge…

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Brandon & Brandon: The Mayors Cookin' Without a Grill 8:36

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After giving you 3 of the most useless facts you'll never need in life, on this episode of I Didn't Know Maybe You Didn't Either, while the world keeps watching crime stats, two Black Mayors are quietly making history with record-low homicides. Find out how Baltimore and Chicago are flipping the script--and giving young people real options. See omn…

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#92: Leveraging Cloud-Enabled Collaboration for Smarter Traceability with Jim Bureau of Loftware 31:15

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*Hosted by Andrei Palamariu* I speak with Jim Bureau, Chief Executive Officer of Loftware, who’s tackling a massive but overlooked challenge in global logistics: product identification compliance and traceability. With 14,000 customers worldwide, Loftware bridges physical goods and digital data, turning fragmented supplier communications into insta…

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Did we just get rejected? 1:05:14

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Rejection Letters, Contest Drama, and the Return of the Muse In this episode of Write Your Heart Out, Kayla Ogden and Rachel Cyr unpack their experiences with the Reedsy Prompts Competition. Spoiler alert: neither of them submitted their stories to it! Why? Word count woes, shady contest terms, and a deeper conversation about protecting your creati…

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Pigeons, Ping Pong, and a Perfect Sports Year 5:44

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What do Olympic Pigeons, a 29-minute tennis point, and one city's legendary sports flex have in common? This episode of IDKMYDE might sound random at first... but trust--the twist at the end is worth it! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Black Effect and iHeartPodcasts

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The Smoking Gun Evidence That the Ice Age Never Happened 46:31

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We accept the notion of mile-thick glaciers from a supposed ice age but doubt Noah’s flood could cause 100-mph currents, massive whirlpools, and rapid geological change. Former earth sciences teacher David Nelson urges us to reconsider the flood’s power to reshape the earth in mere days. Join this channel to get access to perks: / @aroodawakening W…

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EP 69: Bella Kelada-Khalil from Midnight Marketing 1:21:58

2M ago1:21:58

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AI isn’t just showing up in oil and gas, it’s kicking the door down. We hung out with Bella Kelada-Khalil from Midnight Marketing, who’s diving headfirst into petroleum engineering and AI after starting in sales and events. She’s asking the smart, unfiltered questions you wish you could, and we’re here for it. We swap stories on how AI is automatin…

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A Dark Cloud Looms: Dystopian Technocracy with Aaron Day #173 1:08:32

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Brandon Aragon and Aaron Day talk about Dystopian Technocracy and crypto. Check Out The Agorist Cipher Newsletter https://agoristcipher.com/ Sign up for the free Newsletter at the Cipher here ⁠Buy Wendy McElroy’s book Samuel Edward Konkin III Revolutionary Friend here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.agoristnexus.com/shop/⁠⁠ SPONSORED BY ⁠⁠⁠PRESEARCH⁠⁠⁠! Get paid…

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Storytime - Larry is Not Well 39:33

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Episode 5: Story Time — 17 Cats, 2 Writers, and One Very Unwell Man In our first official Story Time episode, we (Kayla Ogden and Rachel Cyr) read aloud the short stories we wrote based on prompts from The Writer’s Toolbox—including the eerie first line “There were 17 cats living in Larry’s basement.” What follows is a shared descent into feline ch…

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Melting the Ice Age Myth, A Biblical and Scientific Breakdown 41:20

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Ice Age Myth deconstructs evolution and the ice age to offer a more logical, scientific explanation. The Bible doesn’t contradict itself, we misunderstand it. We misunderstand three days and three nights, because we fail to recognize the crucifixion on Wednesday instead of Friday. The flood’s conflict with an ice age is also a misunderstanding, bas…

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The Hill that Carried Us 8:21

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Useless Facts you didn't ask for, a Juneteenth Celebration with Maya Angelou roots, and a legendary Black neighborhood in Winston-Salem older than Eatonville?? Yeah, we're going from plantation to Safe Bus to Serena Williams in under 10 minutes on today's episode of I Didn't Know, Maybe You Didn't Either! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf…

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The Iran-Israel Conflict with Jeremiah Harding 1:38:11

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Brandon Aragon and guest Jeremiah Harding dissect the escalating Iran-Israel conflict Check Out The Agorist Cipher Newsletter https://agoristcipher.com/ Sign up for the free Newsletter at the Cipher here ⁠Buy Wendy McElroy’s book Samuel Edward Konkin III Revolutionary Friend here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.agoristnexus.com/shop/⁠⁠ SPONSORED BY ⁠⁠⁠PRESEARCH⁠…

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EP 68: Cameron Snow from Danomics 1:11:38

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Tired of clunky geoscience software that feels like it was built in the '90s? Same. That’s why we brought on Cameron Snow from Danomics to talk about how his team is shaking things up. He’s built a platform that actually makes life easier for geologists and engineers, no more wrestling with legacy tools just to run a few thousand wells. We got into…

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Challenge Accepted 46:39

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This week on Write Your Heart Out, Kayla and Rachel dig into the very beginning of storytelling—literally. They each bring the opening lines of two favorite books and analyze what makes a first paragraph sing (or fall flat). From the Southern charm of The Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood to the eerie minimalism of Vanishing World, the hosts e…

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A Court of Horny Posers 46:54

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Louis CK & Mr. Beast are authors now? Posers... Episode 3 – Thoughts on ACOTAR, Sex Scenes, Ghost Stories, and Cancelled Comedians: Writing What Scares You In this spicy episode of Write Your Heart Out, Kayla and Rachel tackle everything from Louis C.K.’s surprise debut novel to the challenges of writing authentic (and not cringe) sex scenes. Rache…

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Blinding the Truth: Tear Gas, Protests, and Media Manipulation with Jeremiah Harding #171 1:28:45

2M ago1:28:45

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In this explosive episode of the Agorist Nexus podcast, host Brandon Aragon sits down with Jeremiah Harding to unravel the tangled web of media lies surrounding protest coverage. From the weaponization of tear gas to the distortion of on-the-ground realities, Brandon and Jeremiah dive deep into how mainstream narratives manipulate public perception…

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Science Supports Noah’s Flood 2:23

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Science Supports Noah’s Flood — Not the Ice Age? The 100,000-year ice age theory, ironically, took just a few years to convince people it shaped today’s landscapes. Former earth sciences teacher David Nelson explains how a courageous geologist challenged that theory, proving the Bible’s flood account was correct all along. Join this channel to get …

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Juneteenth: Freedom Still in Progress 6:26

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Juneteenth didn't mark the end of the struggle, it marked a turning point. In this episode, we explore surprising facts about the holiday, powerful North Carolina sites that honor it, and why I Didn't Know, Maybe You Didn't Either is your year-round Black History plug! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Escaping the system with John Bush #170 50:32

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In this episode Brandon and John Bush talk about solutions outside the state. ⁠Check Out The Agorist Cipher Newsletter https://agoristcipher.com/⁠ ⁠Sign up for the free Newsletter at Agorist Cipher hereBuy Wendy McElroy’s book Samuel Edward Konkin III Revolutionary Friend here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.agoristnexus.com/shop/⁠⁠ SPONSORED BY ⁠⁠⁠PRESEARCH⁠⁠⁠!…

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EP 67: Jeff Krimmel from Krimmel Strategy Group 1:13:27

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If you've ever wrestled with messy datasets, legacy code, or trying to get executives to actually *use* data, you’ll get a kick out of this one. We sat down with Jeff Krimmel from Krimmel Strategy Group to talk shop about how he’s helping energy companies turn their mountain of data into real-world strategy. We hit everything from making peace with…

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Agorism Rising: Vini Barbosa on Brazil, Crypto, and the Cipher Newsletter 169 1:01:12

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Vini Barbosa joins host Brandon Aragon on Agorist Nexus to explore the Agorist Cipher newsletter, life in Brazil, and the mysterious blend of crypto and freedom. Check Out The Agorist Cipher Newsletter https://agoristcipher.com/ ⁠Buy Wendy McElroy’s book Samuel Edward Konkin III Revolutionary Friend here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.agoristnexus.com/shop/⁠⁠ S…

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Did we just join a cult? 51:38

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In this episode of Write Your Heart Out, Kayla and Rachel dive into the awkward, exhilarating world of submitting your writing for publication. Rachel is required to send out short stories for her creative writing class—easy, right? Except for the spiraling self-doubt, existential dread, and the creeping fear that someone you know might actually re…

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Are we writers yet? 35:13

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In this debut episode of Write Your Heart Out, co-hosts Kayla Ogden and Rachel Cyr open up about their writing journeys, imposter syndrome, and the magic of finally finishing something—be it a novel or a poem about a flamingo showdown in a zoo. Rachel shares her first public reading experience (and her fear of crying onstage), Kayla talks about que…

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The Quiet Forge: Crafting Minds in Secret with Jason Bassler of the Free Thought Project #168 54:10

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In episode #168 of the Agorist Nexus Podcast, "The Quiet Forge: Crafting Minds in Secret," host Brandon Aragon welcomes Jason Bassler of The Free Thought Project for a riveting discussion on indoctrination and censorship. They unravel the subtle mechanisms of societal control, exposing how narratives are shaped and voices silenced in the shadows. F…

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Did the ice age happen? 47:46

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The ice age is not mentioned in the Bible. It’s not even mentioned in history books prior to the 1800s — it was, however, the concept that influenced Charles Darwin to develop the theory of evolution. Former earth sciences teacher David Nelson shares how faith in the flood became idolization of Ice. Join this channel to get access to perks: / @aroo…

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One Island, Two Stories 5:23

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What happens when two countries share the same island but not the same history, language or skin tone? In this episode, we dig into the complicated relationship between Haiti and the Dominican Republic -- plus, we kick things off with three random facts that'll have you staring at your phone like: wait, what? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…

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EP 66: Cam Sinclair from SmartChain 1:03:15

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SmartChain is on a mission to kill off the chaos of clunky contracts in oil and gas—and they might actually be pulling it off. We caught up with their co-founder Cameron Sinclair, who’s turning heads with a platform that automates the mess out of invoicing, closes those dreaded “leakage” gaps, and makes cash flow way less of a guessing game. From a…