Best Classical Conversations Inc Podcasts (2025)

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WIP 1776: AMA - Can One Marketing Channel Generate All the Seller Leads You Need 14:19

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In this episode, Todd Toback dives straight into a game-changing idea: you don’t need a dozen strategies to succeed in real estate— just one solid marketing channel. Todd breaks down why chasing multiple marketing tactics can leave you overwhelmed and inconsistent, and why mastering a single channel is the key to steady, quality seller leads. What …

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Encore Presentation: Joey Dee - '60s Star With Joey Dee And The Starlighters. "The Peppermint Twist". His Band Included Jimi Hendrix, Ronnie Spector, Felix Cavaliere! 42:32

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This is an Encore Presentation of my October 2021 interview with Joey Dee, star of Joey Dee and the Starlighters. Joey wrote and sang “The Peppermint Twist”, a #1 song in 1962 that became part of the worldwide “twist” dance craze phenomenon. He and the band were the house band at The Peppermint Lounge in NYC, where people lined up each night to get…

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WIP 1775: 2 Killer Methods to Get FREE Deals in Todays Market 26:49

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What if you could close real estate deals without spending a cent? In this episode, Wyatt Reed reveals two proven strategies he used to score free deals—even in a tough market. He also shares how he scaled to 160 doors, transitioned into hard money lending, and locked in three deals in just six months. Want to be like Wyatt and kick off your land i…

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Encore Presentation: Christian McBride - Musical Superstar. World Renowned Bassist, Composer, Arranger. 8x Grammy Winner. Jazz, R&B, Pop, Hip Hop And Classical. Played With Chick Corea, Herbie Hancock ... 39:28

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This is an Encore Presentation of my December 2024 interview with Musical Superstar Christian McBride. He’s a renowned Bassist, Composer, Arranger and 8x Grammy Winner. His playing covers Jazz, R&B, Pop, Hip Hop and Classical. He’s performed or recorded with just about everyone including Freddie Hubbard, McCoy Tyner, Herbie Hancock, Pat Metheny, Ch…

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WIP 1774: #ThrowbackThursday - Doing Incredible Business in a Tiny Market 28:29

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Can you build a successful wholesaling business even in a small market? Absolutely! Today, we're joined by Travis from Charleston, West Virginia, who has firsthand experience achieving remarkable results in his local market. Despite living in his hometown with limited resources, Travis has championed in his wholesaling business and got into success…

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Chase Morrin - Jazz And Classical Pianist, Composer And Educator. Winner Of 10 DownBeat Awards And 4 ASCAP Awards. Nominated For National Korean Music Award! 30:24

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Chase Morrin is a pianist who plays both jazz and classical music. He’s also a composer and educator. He’s the winner of 10 DownBeat Awards and 4 ASCAP awards. He’s performed with artists like John Patitucci. He’s the founder of the Ize Trio. He is a professor at Berklee College of Music. My featured song is “Take Me” from the album PGS 7 by my ban…

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Inbal Segev - Virtuoso Cellist. Performances With Helsinki, Dallas, London Orchestras. New Project: I'm Nobody! Who Are You?". Scoring Holocaust Documentary. Chicago's Grant Park Summer Festival! 29:18

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Inbal Segev is a virtuoso Israeli-American cellist. She has been characterized as “a cellist with something to say”. She’s performed with the Helsinki, Dallas and London orchestras among many others. She frequently commissions and champions new works. Her playing can be heard in the 2005 movie “Bee Season” starring Richard Gere and Juliette Binoche…

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WIP 1773: Dispositions Masterclass - How to Sell Every Deal in Today's Market 22:50

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Can’t sell your deals? You might be missing the dispo magic. In this power-packed episode, Jeremy Thornberg breaks down exactly how to move every deal—fast. Whether you’re wholesaling virtually or dealing with picky buyers, this is the ultimate crash course to mastering dispositions in today’s real estate game. From scroll-stopping photos to smart …

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Homeschooling with Down Syndrome and Tourette's: Real Mom Advice 42:13

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What if the biggest challenge to homeschooling a child with special needs isn't the child—but getting yourself out of the way? Join host Lisa Bailey as she sits down with two homeschooling moms, Ginny Tran and Jody Priest, who share their real-world experiences raising children with Down syndrome, Tourette's, and OCD. From discovering diagnoses to …

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Managing Up: A Guide to Elder Care and Family Financial Planning for the Sandwich Generation 39:00

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Welcome to EWM INSIGHTS where we celebrate on HUMAN CAPITAL! EWM INSIGHTS Advanced Planning Series with James Bergeron, J.D. In this latest episode of Insights, host Paul Ellis sits down with Jim Bergeron from Nuveen to discuss the complexities of elder and parental care, a pressing issue for many families today. This "Managing Up" conversation hig…

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GTP CLASSIC: Gregg Goldfarb | Walker v. Miami-Dade County | $1,500,000 verdict 1:02:15

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This week Steve and Yvonne interview Gregg Goldfarb of Gregg M. Goldfarb, LLP (https://gregggoldfarb.com/) and the “Cut to the Chase” Podcast (https://www.cuttothechasepodcast.com/). View/Download Trial Documents Guest Bio: Gregg Goldfarb Gregg Goldfarb has been diligently representing injured clients for over 25 years. He has helped thousands of c…

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Eamon McLoughlin - Grammy Nominated British Born Fiddle Player. Member Of The Grand Ole Opry Band. Specializes In Country, Bluegrass And Americana Music. Tours With EmmyLou Harris And Rodney Crowell. Backed ... 35:45

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Eamon McLoughlin is a Grammy Nominated British born fiddle player. He’s a member of the Grand Ole Opry house band. He specializes in Country, Bluegrass and Americana music. He tours with EmmyLou Harris and Rodney Crowell. And he’s backed many artists including Vince Gill, Nina Simone and the Oak Ridge Boys. My featured song is “My Love” from the al…

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WIP 1772: #Classic - Meet the Real Estate Newbie Who Built a 7-Figure Wholesaling Business in 2 Years 42:38

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In just two years, Mara transformed her struggling 2019 business into a thriving 7-figure wholesaling operation—right in the competitive South Florida real estate market. In this episode, she reveals the strategies behind her rapid growth, from SMS marketing and bandit signs to cold calling and more. Mara breaks down the exact tactics that helped h…

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Shawn Okpebholo - Grammy Nominated Nigerian-American Classical Composer. Combines Classical Training With His African Heritage. Commissions Include Chicago Symphony And US Air Force! 35:48

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Shawn Okpebholo is a Grammy Nominated Nigerian-American classical composer. He combines his classical training with his African roots. His music has been described as “devastatingly beautiful” and “fresh, new and fearless”. He was named 2024 Chicagoan Of The Year in classical music. He’s won numerous awards. His music has involved themes of Negro S…

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WIP 1771: 5 Minute Fire - The Fastest Way to Triple Your Revenue (It's Not What You Think) 6:38

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Think tripling your revenue requires fancy tools or complex strategies? Think again. In this quick-fire episode, Todd Toback reveals the real secret to explosive growth—and it’s all about mastering the fundamentals. From using your CRM right to following up like a pro and selling for top dollar, this episode breaks down the basics you can't afford …

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Encore Presentation: Livingston Taylor - Renowned Singer/Songwriter For 50+ Years. Brother Of James and Kate Taylor. Talks About His Family, Joni Mitchell, Carly Simon, Jethro Tull And More! 43:39

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This is an Encore Presentation of my July 2024 interview with Livingston Taylor, renowned singer/songwriter for over 50 years and the brother of James and Kate Taylor. In this interview Liv discusses his family, opening for Joni Mitchell and Jethro Tull, collaborating with Carly Simon and much more. My featured song is “New York City Groove” from t…

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Encore Presentation: Kate Taylor - Female Star Of The Taylor Family (With Brothers James And Livingston). Albums Include "Sister Kate" And "Why Wait" Produced By Peter Asher! 40:17

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This is an Encore Presentation of my January 2023 interview with Kate Taylor, the female star of the Taylor family which includes her brothers James and Livingston. Kate became a star with her 1971 debut album “Sister Kate” produced by Peter Asher. She took time off to raise her two daughters. Her most recent album is called “Why Wait” again produc…

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Ep. 110 - History: The Liberal Art 1:28:39

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Happy 4th of July! Celebrate our country’s independence with this extra special discussion with Dr. Richard Ferrier, tutor at Thomas Aquinas College. John Johnson and Dr. Ferrier discuss the complex question of, “Is history a liberal art?” They discuss this question by looking closely at American rhetoric, creeds, conspiracies, great people and cor…

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Paul Hanson - World’s Best Jazz Bassoonist! Performed With Béla Fleck, Billy Cobham, Jon Batiste, Wayne Shorter, Jonas Hellborg, Jeff Coffin, Cirque du Soleil And Raze The Maze! 39:37

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Paul Hanson is considered the World’s Best Jazz Bassoonist. He’s played with a Who’s Who including Bela Fleck, Jon Batiste, Wayne Shorter and a number of stars who have been guests on this podcast: Billy Cobham, Peter Erskine, Randy Brecker and Jeff Coffin. He also plays with Raze The Maze, a progressive rock duo, and he plays sax too. My featured …

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WIP 1770: The Real Reason You’re Struggling in Wholesaling...and How to Fix It 15:51

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If you’re stuck in analysis paralysis or not getting results in your wholesaling business, this episode is for you. Brent Bowers breaks down the real reasons why you’re struggling — and more importantly, how to fix them. From the power of sleep to why successful business owners ignore the noise, Brent gives you a no-fluff roadmap to take massive da…

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Terry Gibbs - Legendary Jazz Vibraphonist. 100 Years Young! Played With Benny Goodman, Buddy Rich, Woody Herman, Charlie “Bird” Parker, Dizzy Gillespie. 65 Albums. Won 3 Major Jazz Polls! 40:26

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Terry Gibbs is a legendary jazz vibraphonist. He’s 100 years young. He played with most of the greats in jazz music beginning in the Bebop era of the 1940s, including Benny Goodman, Buddy Rich, Woody Herman, Charlie “Bird” Parker and Dizzy Gillespie. He’s won 3 major jazz polls, and he’s recorded 65 albums, his last when he was 94. My featured song…

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WIP 1769: #ThrowbackThursday - How a Wholesaling Newbie was Able to Close 53 Deals in a Single Year! 26:21

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Our guest for this episode is Armando Olivares—a determined entrepreneur who launched his business in November 2019 and closed an impressive 53 deals in 2020, all in the highly competitive DMV market. In this conversation, Armando holds nothing back. He walks us through exactly how he got those 53 deals, the strategies he used, and how he uncovered…

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Bruce Hanifan - King Of Reality TV Show Music: Deadliest Catch, Ice Road Truckers, Swamp People, Pawn Stars. Started As Piano Tuner To Stars: Streisand, Dylan, Steely Dan! 32:33

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Bruce Hanifan is the King of Reality TV Show music! His music has shaped some of reality TVs biggest hit shows including Deadliest Catch, Ice Road Truckers, Swamp People and Pawn Stars. He’s written music for films too. And he started out as a piano tuner and technician to stars like Bob Dylan, Barbra Streisand and Steely Dan. My featured song is “…

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WIP 1768: I Started Using These Scripts… Now Closing Deals Is Easy 42:46

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What happens when you finally find the right words? In this episode, Kevin Hart and Mike Gorius share how using proven scripts completely changed the game for their real estate business—making conversations smoother, seller relationships stronger, and deals easier to close. From sending postcards that actually get responses to evaluating deals with…

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Math Beyond the Textbook: Creative Summer Learning Ideas 49:17

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What if the secret to making math enjoyable for your kids was already sitting in your game closet? Join Delise Germond and Babs Harrell, two self-proclaimed "non-math moms" who discovered their love for numbers later in life, as they share creative ways to weave mathematical thinking into your family's summer activities. From turning Uno into algeb…

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WIP 1767: #Classic - 40 Deals in 3 Years 43:53

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How do you go from zero to 40 deals in just 3 years? Brent Daniels breaks down the journey of two incredible wholesalers, Nashid and Ewen—no fluff, just real talk. From their life before wholesaling to why consistency in follow-up and marketing is everything, this episode is packed with real estate gold! Whether you’re stuck on your first deal or s…

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Helen McCookerybook - '70s UK Punk Rock Star With The Chefs And Helen And The Horns. Turned Author: “The Lost Women Of Rock Music” And "She's At The Controls". Now Solo Artist! 34:34

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Helen McCookerybook is a ‘70s UK Punk Rock Star with The Chefs and Helen and the Horns. She became an author of two music-themed books: “The Lost Women Of Rock Music”, about female punk musicians, and “She’s At The Controls”, about women producers and sound engineers. And she’s now a touring solo artist. My featured song is “I Just Want To Love You…

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Ep. 109 - AI and the Free Mind Part II 1:46:01

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John is back to discuss AI and the digital world, this time with AI thought leader and entrepreneur, Drago Dimitrov. They discuss how binary AI fits into our symbolic world and continue to tackle the difficult question, “How should Catholic Christians and liberal artists respond to this instrumental end of AI?” Follow Drago on X: @Dragodimitrov hol…

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Robert Pinsky - Rock Star Poet! 3x United States Poet Laureate! Created "Favorite Poem Project". Performed With Bruce Springsteen. Featured On "The Simpsons"! 38:01

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Robert Pinsky is a Rock Star Poet! He’s the 3x United States Poet Laureate. He’s won many awards and was a Pulitzer Prize finalist. As Poet Laureate he created the “Favorite Poem Project” where everyday Americans would select and read poems they admired by the greats including Emily Dickinson and Langston Hughes. He’s performed with Bruce Springste…

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WIP 1766: I Just Made $22k Wholesaling...Now What 9:47

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Just closed a $22,000 wholesale deal? Congrats—but the real question is, what's next? In this episode, Todd Toback breaks down exactly how to turn a one-time win into predictable, month-after-month cash flow. Learn why paying yourself a salary, reinvesting 15% of revenue into marketing, and working your database are key to building a consistent, sc…

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Encore Presentation: "Cousin Brucie" Morrow - MY FIRST GUEST. America's Greatest Air Personality Of The Rock Era From The '60s To Now. He Introduced The Beatles At Shea Stadium! 42:34

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This is an Encore Presentation of my March 2021 interview with MY FIRST GUEST, “Cousin Brucie” Morrow, the greatest radio personality of the Rock Era. He has remained on the air steadily from the ‘60s when he was the lead disc jockey on WABC-AM in New York City. He went on to work at WCBS-FM, Sirius/XM and now back to WABC-AM. He introduced The Bea…

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ENCORE TRIBUTE PRESENTATION: Lou Christie - '60s Star: "Lightning Strikes", "The Gypsy Cried", "Two Faces Have I", "Rhapsody In The Rain" And More! 46:18

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This is an ENCORE TRIBUTE PRESENTATION of my February 2024 interview with the great Lou Christie, who passed away last week at 82. Lou was a Hit Machine in the 1960s with his distinctive falsetto voice and songs like “Lightnin’ Strikes” (a #1 smash), “The Gypsy Cried”, “Two Faces Have I”, “Rhapsody In The Rain”, and More. He was featured in Dick Cl…

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Eric Silberger - Virtuoso Violinist. Winner Of Tchaikovsky Competition. Soloist, Recitalist And Chamber Musician. Has Performed All Over The World Including With Itzhak Perlman. Co-founder of Hawaii Intl ... 34:45

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Eric Silberger is a virtuoso violinist. He’s a winner of the Tchaikovsky Competition. He’s a soloist, recitalist and chamber musician. He’s performed all over the world at the most prestigious venues and festivals, including the London, Mariinsky, San Francisco and St. Petersburg orchestras and with Itzhak Perlman. He’s the co-founder of the Hawaii…

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WIP 1765: The Real Reason You’re Not Succeeding (And How to Fix It) 28:57

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Let’s get real: it’s not the market, your job, or the algorithm holding you back—it’s YOU. In this brutally honest and inspiring episode, Gino Barbaro pulls back the curtain on the real blocks keeping you from success and how to break free, fast. From deep-rooted money trauma to building wealth through multifamily real estate, this is the mindset u…

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Paul Strickland - Professional Storyteller And Theatre Artist. Reupholstered Folk Tales, Fairytales For Adults And Future Adults, Tall-Tales And Historical Stories That Never Happened! 27:25

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Paul Strickland is a Professional Storyteller and theater artist. His repertoire consists of over seven hours of stories including reupholstered folk tales, fairy tales for adults and future adults, tall tales and historical stories that never happened. He was featured at the 2023 National Storytelling Festival. He made his Off Broadway debut in “1…

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WIP 1764: #ThrowbackThursday - Creative Deal Making - The Secret to Getting Paid on Every Deal 22:01

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Wholesalers sometimes throw away leads just because a few of them need the 70% rule, which can't simply work on certain things. Or so they thought. Joining us today is wholesaler rockstar Brian Iregbu. He is a creative financing expert who has made great deals in real estate through his practical way of doing things. In this episode, Brian will sha…

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WIP 1763: Wholesale for Cash, Hold for Wealth - The Ultimate Strategy to Build Assets 42:14

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Want fast cash and long-term wealth? Spencer Sutton is here to break down the ultimate real estate combo: wholesale to earn, hold to win. In this high-value episode, he reveals how to build a real estate biz that runs without burning you out. Whether you’re flipping your first deal or scaling your rental portfolio, this episode is your next power m…

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Sara Gazarek - 2x Grammy Winning Jazz Vocalist. Kurt Elling, Fred Hersch, Larry Goldings, Billy Childs. Founder of Saje, All-Female Vocal Group. Jazz Voice Professor At The Eastman School! 31:03

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Sara Gazarek is a 2x Grammy Winning Jazz Vocalist. She has recorded five albums and done world tours. She has collaborated with luminaries like Kurt Elling, Fred Hersch, Larry Goldings and Billy Childs. She is a founder of Saje, the all-female vocal group. And she is the Jazz Voice Professor at the Eastman School of the University of Rochester. My …

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Creating Summer Scientists: Easy Activities for Curious Kids 57:46

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Did you know your kitchen is already a fully-equipped science lab? Join host Delise Germond and guest Amy Jones as they explore how to embrace scientific wonder during the summer months without the overwhelm. Amy, a seasoned homeschool mom of four, shares practical ways to integrate science exploration into daily rhythms—from breakfast table observ…

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Brian McKeen | Drake v. Henry Ford Health System | $120.6 Million Verdict 46:43

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In this episode of the Great Trials Podcast, Steve Lowry converses with Brian McKeen from McKeen and Associates about a significant medical malpractice case, Drake versus Henry Ford Health System. Remember to rate and review GTP on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your favorite platform. --- Case Details: "DETROIT – March 29, 2024– McKeen & Associates at…

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Mohamed Bouabdallah - Cultural Counselor Of France In The United States And Director of Villa Albertine. Recommendations For The "Arts And Lettres" Award Nominations! 26:15

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As Monty Python used to say: “And now for something completely different.” Mohamed Bouabdallah is a French Diplomat. He is the Cultural Counselor of France in the United States. His job is to promote the arts and education between France and the U.S. And he also is responsible for recommending recipients of the prestigious “Arts and Lettres” awards…

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WIP 1762: #Classic - Using Digital Advertising for Your Wholesaling Business ft. Brandon Bateman 28:58

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Leads are the lifeblood of any successful wholesaling business—and today’s guest knows exactly how to generate them. Brent Daniels sits down with digital marketing expert Brandon Bateman, who specializes in pay-per-click (PPC) advertising for real estate wholesalers. In this episode, Brandon breaks down his proven strategies, shares real campaign i…

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SPECIAL EPISODE - Turning The Tables: Robert Is Interviewed By Ivor Davis. Renowned Journalist, Investigative Reporter And Author! 32:00

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This is a SPECIAL EPISODE. After 500+ interviews over 4+ years it’s now Robert’s turn to be interviewed. And by none other than Ivor Davis, the renowned Journalist, Investigative Reporter and Author. Over a 60 year career Ivor has covered stories involving music, murder, politics and Hollywood. He traveled with The Beatles on their 1964 American to…

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WIP 1761: How We Made $80K on a Deal That Almost Fell Apart 7:40

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Todd Toback shares the behind-the-scenes of a high-stakes real estate deal that nearly collapsed — but ultimately closed with a massive $80,000 profit. Learn how Todd identified a motivated seller, overcame probate process challenges, and secured a win with less than $300 in acquisition costs. He also breaks down the power of targeting pre-probate …

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Encore Presentation: Sharon Isbin - World’s Premier Classical Guitarist. Multiple Grammys. Juilliard And Aspen Music School Guitar Dept. Soloist With Over 200 Orchestras. Collaborations Include Josh Groban ... 44:03

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This is an Encore Presentation of my March 2025 interview with Sharon Isbin, one of the world’s premier classical guitarists and a multiple Grammy winner. She heads the guitar departments at Juilliard and the Aspen Music School. She’s won a boatload of awards and competitions. She studied with Andres Segovia. She’s performed with over 200 orchestra…

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Encore Presentation: JoAnn Falletta - Classical Music Superstar! Music Director Of The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra. 1st Female Conductor Of A Major American Orchestra. Released 120+ Albums! 35:23

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This is an Encore Presentation of Robert’s January 2025 interview with Classical Music Superstar JoAnn Falletta. For 25 years JoAnn has been the Music Director and Conductor of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra. She was the first female conductor in the United States of a major symphony orchestra. She’s a Juilliard graduate. She studied with Leona…

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Gilad Cohen - Acclaimed Composer, Performer And Theorist In Concert Music, Rock And Theater. His Music Was Performed In Over 40 Concerts Around The World. Pink Floyd SuperFan! 33:54

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Gilad Cohen is an acclaimed composer, performer and theorist in concert music, rock and theater. He plays piano, bass guitar and guitar. In the last year alone his music has been performed in over 40 concerts around the world including in France, Spain, Austria, Lithuania, Canada, Japan and the U.S. He’s won multiple competitions. And he’s a Pink F…