Best David Adler Podcasts (2025)

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2025 Year-End Planning 40:41

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Schedule a meeting with Mark at: https://www.attleborowealth.com/discoveryIt's time to start planning for Year-End 2025! Join me as I discuss important dates and deadlines for your financial planning and tax-efficient strategies. Tune in to hear the details.By Mark Byelich, CFP®

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Audience First: Why Your Event Vision Might Be Missing the Mark with Liz Caruso 43:52

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Have you ever wondered what it takes to create truly impactful events that resonate with your audience and drive real results? In this episode, I sit down with Liz Caruso, CEO of Techsytalk, to explore the art and science of strategic event planning. Liz shares her journey from counseling to event planning, revealing how her unique background shape…

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The New Cost of Roth Conversions Under the OBBBA 50:47

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New considerations have been added to the discussion around Roth conversions. The question of whether to convert, and how much, has never been more complicated than it is today. I’ll talk about some of the issues to consider in this episode.Visit our website: https://www.attleborowealth.comBy Mark Byelich, CFP®

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The Assassination of Charlie Kirk [Teaser] 3:37

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Listen to the rest of this premium episode by subscribing at patreon.com/knowyourenemy. The assassination of Turning Points USA founder Charlie Kirk on September 10, 2025, seemed to change the landscape of American politics in an instant, inspiring a startlingly unanimous battlecry of vengeance from the conservative movement, the GOP, and the Trump…

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Empathy and Honesty: The Secret Ingredients for Unforgettable Events 47:15

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Have you ever considered how the relationships behind the scenes can make or break your event? In this episode, I sit down with Gabriella Robuccio, founder of Pro Event Tips, to explore the often-overlooked world of relationship management in event planning. From World Cup to Wisdom: Lessons in Event Leadership Gabriella shares her journey from man…

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Inside Australia’s Largest Hunting Community with Graham David 1:34:25

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In this episode, I’m joined by Graham David, the man behind the Australian Hunting Group on Facebook — the largest hunting community in the country, with over 100,000 members. We chat about how he got into hunting, the story of how he came to run the page after the passing of the legendary “Gibbo,” and the fresh direction he’s taking it in today. W…

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Retirement Planning Changes and Updates w/ David McKnight 1:09:23

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In this special guest webinar, Mark and David McKnight discuss some of the important issues facing those planning for retirement or in retirement today.Issues such as: New 401k changes The biggest retirement mistakes we see How to use cash value life insurance in retirement planning The effects of tariffs on our country's finances Fiscal trajectory…

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The Case for Democracy (w/ Osita Nwanevu) 1:20:27

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Since the start of the Trump Era over a decade ago, few words have been deployed as often as "democracy": how it's become imperiled, who threatens it, and what to do to defend it. In The Right of the People: Democracy and the Case for a New American Founding, Osita Nwanevu sets out to understand the true meaning of democracy and defend it from its …

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The OBBBA: Updates and Reference Material 59:45

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It’s been nearly two months since the One Big Beautiful Bill Act was passed on July 4th. In this video I’ll review some of the changes you should be aware of and offer some great reference material for you to use as you begin your year-end planning. Tune in to learn the details. Mark Byelich is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® practitioner and also h…

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An Officer and a Spy (w/ John Ganz) [Teaser] 3:48

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Listen to the rest of this premium episode by subscribing at patreon.com/knowyourenemy. Roman Polanski's 2019 film about the Dreyfus affair, An Officer and a Spy, only recently made it's U.S. "premier," running for a few weeks in August at Film Forum in New York City. When it originally was released, it couldn't find an American distributor (and li…

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Event Technology Elevates Art Experiences From Click to Curtain Call with Drew McManus 43:33

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Have you ever wondered how technology can dramatically impact the event experience, from the moment someone discovers your event to long after they've left the venue? In this episode, I sit down with Drew McManus, CEO of Upstage Technologies, to explore the intricate world of event technology and its profound effect on attendee satisfaction. The Jo…

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Get Outdoors with Drew & Cam – Part 1 49:18

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This week on The Hunting Connection Podcast, I’m joined by Drew and Cam from the Get Outdoors with Drew and Cam podcast for a special two-part crossover episode! In Part 1, we sit down for a yarn about how these two legends got into the outdoors, what sparked their passion for camping, fishing, hunting, and hiking—and why they decided to start thei…

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BRETTCON: "Blue Carbuncle" Panel w/ David Carson 57:40

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For the final panel of the 2024 Brettcon event, Gus and Luke sit down with director David Carson to discuss The Blue Carbuncle and are joined by fellow cast and crew members from the episode including Ros Simmons (Catharine Cusack), Amelda Brown (Jennie Horner), Esther Dean (Wardrobe), David Eve (Sound), Stuart Doughty (Assoc Prod). FULL VIDEO: htt…

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Frank Meyer, Inventor of Conservatism (w/ Daniel J. Flynn) 1:45:13

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Devoted Know Your Enemy listeners will recall that, in November 2021, we released a fairly dense, theory-driven episode on Frank Meyer, the Communist from New Jersey whose exploits on behalf of the Party in the UK got him kicked out of the country and back to the United States, where he eventually turned right and became a key figure in the post-wa…

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Superheroes of the Event World: Assemble Your Justice League with Nick Borelli 46:18

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Have you ever wondered what it takes to create truly memorable events that leave a lasting impact? In this episode of the Event Innovator Show, I sit down with Nick Borelli, a seasoned event strategist with a unique perspective shaped by his lifelong passion for comic books and storytelling. Embracing Your Unique Superpowers Discover why differenti…

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The Christian Right's "Wild Faith" (w/ Talia Lavin) [Unlocked] 1:00:48

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This episode was first published in October 2024, and has been un-paywalled following the death this week, on August 21, of Focus on the Family founder and influential figure on the religious right, James Dobson, at age 89. Subscribe to Know Your Enemy on Patreon to hear more episodes just for subscribers. In this episode, Matt is joined by journal…

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Crafting Unforgettable Experiences: Joy is Your New Metric with Tahira Endean 43:30

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Have you ever wondered how to create events that leave attendees feeling energized, connected, and inspired? In this episode, I sit down with Tahira Endean, head of programming for IMEX and author of "Our KPI is Joy: How Live Events Catalyze Happiness, Productivity, and Trust," to explore the transformative power of intentional event design. Redefi…

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The Journeyman Way: Hunting, Bushcraft & the Outdoor Life with Matty White 1:29:54

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In this episode of the Hunting Connection Podcast, I’m joined by Matty White from The Journeyman Way—a passionate outdoorsman whose journey into bowhunting and fly fishing has deep roots in a unique upbringing. Matty grew up on a deer farm, giving him early hands-on experience with animal behaviour, seasonal patterns, and the kind of awareness in n…

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The Minority Voters Moving Right (w/ Daniel Martinez HoSang) 1:27:05

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A major topic following Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 presidential election has been his gains with racial and ethnic minorities, a trend that's scrambled many people's assumptions about American politics, not least those of anti-racist liberals. Why have minority voters drifted toward Trump, despite his many comments and campaign pledges that…

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Why You Should Fire Your Financial Advisor 1:02:55

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There can be many benefits in having a financial advisor as part of your retirement team. However, how can you tell if your advisor is the right one for you? What are some of the things you should pay attention to and questions to ask? I’ll show you how to make the decision that’s best for you in this video. Visit our website: https://www.attleboro…

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BRETTCON: "The Music of Patrick Gowers" Panel 43:10

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FULL VIDEO: https://youtu.be/0fiw0E-iWSQ From the 2024 Brettcon event, to celebrate the life and music of series composer Patrick Gowers, we were joined by Patrick's wife Caroline, children Katharine (who performed the sound of Jeremy's violin), Sir Timothy, and Rebecca as well as John Yap, producer of the original soundtrack album. John Yap at Jay…

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Beyond Goat Yoga: The Real Business Case for Wellness at Events 47:56

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Most conferences leave attendees drained, sore, and ready for a nap—but what if your event could send them home energized, focused, and raving about the experience? In this episode, Phil Mershon sits down with wellness architect David Stevens and two-minute movement queen Lizzie Williamson to unpack the science and strategy of integrating wellness …

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Australia’s #1 Red Deer and the Coburg Peninsula Hunt 1:23:43

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In this special bonus episode, I’m joined by Brett Meldrum and Jasper Dulhunty for a wild ride through some epic hunting adventures. We kick things off with Brett’s incredible story of taking Australia’s number one red deer, then dive into Jasper’s memorable red stag hunt alongside Brett and Cody Gearon. From there, we head north to the Coburg Peni…

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From Armageddon to Zionism — More Listener Questions [Teaser] 4:59

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Listen to the rest of this premium episode by subscribing at patreon.com/knowyourenemy. Our mailbag runneth over! Unsurprisingly, we received so many excellent questions from subscribers for our most recent episode that we decided to answer even more of them. Once again religion seemed to be on the minds of listeners, and we take up charismatic Chr…

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When Should You Begin to Collect Your Social Security? 59:09

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Is there a question that brings more differing opinions than this one? There are many variables and things to consider, but one thing is certain—this is one of the most important decisions you’ll make in your retirement planning. You should not base this decision on what your uncle, brother, sister, friend, or others think. You should make this dec…

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Stop Counting Attendees—Start Counting Conversations (David Adler's New Event Metric) 47:50

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I'll never forget the moment I realized I'd been measuring event success all wrong. For years, we've obsessed over registration numbers, attendance figures, and revenue metrics. But what if the most important measurement at your event isn't showing up on any spreadsheet? In this eye-opening conversation, BizBash founder and industry legend David Ad…

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From Backpacking to Deer Stalking – A Chat with Hurls from Hunters Campfire 1:38:19

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In this episode of the Hunting Connection Podcast, I’m joined by Ian Hurley—better known as Hurls—from the Hunters Campfire Podcast! We kick things off by diving into Hurls’ early connection with the outdoors, starting with solo backpacking adventures during his early teens. From there, he caught the hunting bug while chasing red deer alongside his…

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Has Trump 2.0 Been a Success So Far? — And Other Questions 1:10:29

2M ago1:10:29

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It's been nearly a year since we asked our subscribers to send us questions for a mailbag episode—which they did, with remarkable thoughtfulness and intelligence, for our 100th episode back in September 2024. A lot has happened since then (to say the least), so we wanted to once again open up the mailbag and find out what was on the minds of Know Y…

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BRETTCON: "Hound of the Baskervilles" Panel 40:39

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From the 2024 Brettcon event, James Faulkner (Stapleton), Kristoffer Tabori (Sir Henry Baskerville) and Alastair Duncan (Dr. Mortimer) regale and excite the live audience with touching and hilarious stories from the filming of The Hound of the Baskervilles. (Recorded on May 25, 2024 in Guildford, England.) Full Video: https://youtu.be/SmZRONsfNsk T…

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Trump's Epstein Problem [Teaser] 4:27

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Listen to the rest of this premium episode by subscribing at patreon.com/knowyourenemy. Over July 4th weekend, the Department of Justice and FBI put out a memo essentially declaring "case closed" on the matter of Jeffrey Epstein, the well-connected sex criminal and pedophile who died (apparently) by suicide in federal custody in 2019. No more files…

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Why It's Important to Review Your Financial Plan Every Year 18:21

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Learn how a yearly review and update of your financial plan can help you adjust for life events, tax law changes, market shifts, evolving needs, goals, and issues and to help make sure you have the most up-to-date investment and planning strategies. Tune in to learn the important details. Visit our website: https://www.attleborowealth.com…

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Episode 73 Robert Landis, The Riverside Company 52:21

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Bob Landis may be the Middle Market Musings guest least in need of introduction – the O.G. business development partner at one of the most active middle market private equity funds, and the person cited most often by other MMM guests as career inspiration. Bob is Founding Partner, Origination at The Riverside Company, a multi-vehicle investment com…

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Creating Transformative Event Experiences with Dorothy Enriquez 46:18

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"Culture is who we be when we come up in here." That’s not a typo—it’s a truth bomb dropped by today’s guest that I haven’t stopped thinking about. Let me take you back. A few years ago, I was standing backstage at a major conference we’d spent months planning. Everything looked perfect. The lights were just right. The stage was set. The coffee was…

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Bears, Bucks & Big Fish: Hunting the Last Frontier with James England 1:47:22

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On this episode of the Hunting Connection Podcast, I’m joined by James England from the remote and rugged Prince of Wales Island in Alaska! James shares what it’s like living and hunting in one of the wildest parts of North America. We dive into his experiences chasing Sitka blacktail deer through dense forests, encountering bears in the Alaskan wi…

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Should the One Big Beautiful Bill Act Change your Roth Conversion Strategy? 44:33

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The One Big Beautiful Bill Act is 940 pages of changes to our tax code and to retirement planning as a whole. What do these changes mean for your retirement plan and your Roth conversion strategy?Join me to learn more in this week's episode. Visit our website: https://www.attleborowealth.comBy Mark Byelich, CFP®

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How Republics End (w/ Mike Duncan) [Unlocked] 1:15:39

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This episode from January 2025 has been un-paywalled for your summer enjoyment... A stock rhetorical trope on the right is to invoke ancient Rome when talking about American decline—often making direct comparisons between the Goth invaders and contemporary immigrants, obsessing over homosexuality and Rome's fall, and more. If their understanding of…

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Event Leadership Jazz: The Power of Improvisation with Bethany Gustafson 50:14

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Picture this: the lights go down, a lone saxophone lets out a bold riff, and the band swings in around it—each musician listening, adjusting, riffing back. That’s jazz, and it’s exactly how Bethany Gustafson orchestrates unforgettable events. In “Event Leadership Jazz: The Power of Improvisation,” Bethany—our guest on this week’s Event Innovator Sh…

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BRETTCON: Production Panel 1:03:43

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From the 2024 Brettcon event, friend of the show and panel guest host, Keith Frankel (author of Granada's Greatest Detective) speaks to directors David Carson, Patrick Lau, John Gorrie, John Bruce, writer Gary Hopkins and associate producer Stuart Doughty who discuss their time on the Granada series and their memories of Jeremy Brett. (Recorded on …

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Does the Big Beautiful Bill Eliminate or Reduce Tax on Social Security? 50:05

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The One Big Beautiful Bill was recently passed and signed into law. Does this new law change how Social Security is taxed? Will the new law potentially reduce or eliminate the tax on your Social Security benefits? I’ll discuss the details and share some expert opinion in this episode. Visit our website: https://www.attleborowealth.com…

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Zohran! (w/ Waleed Shahid) [Teaser] 3:48

3M ago3:48

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Listen to the rest of this premium episode by subscribing at patreon.com/knowyourenemy. We don't do too many New York City-focused episodes on Know Your Enemy, but Zohran Mamdani's decisive win in the Democratic mayoral primary last month certainly warrants this one. The thirty-three year old democratic socialist, state assemblyman, and Muslim of I…

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What Wimbledon Can Teach Us About Crafting Unforgettable Events with Phil Mershon 8:37

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What does the world’s most iconic tennis tournament have in common with unforgettable conferences? A lot more than you might think. In this episode, Phil Mershon unpacks the timeless magic of Wimbledon—where heritage meets innovation—and explores what event leaders can learn from its intentional design. From scarcity-driven buzz to rituals that spa…

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Episode 72 David Acharya, Acharya Capital Partners 45:35

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David Acharya gives Andy and Charlie the chance to dig into the world of independent sponsors. David began his career in leverage finance at JP Morgan Chase and charts his evolution into operationally minded principal investing. Much discussion ensues on Impact XM, an experiential marketing firm built up through acquisition and then sold to Riversi…

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Mastering the Art of Impactful Communication for Events with Kyle Gray 47:47

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Have you ever wondered why some speakers captivate an audience while others fall flat? In this episode, I sit down with Kyle Gray, a speaker coach and author of The Story Engine, to uncover the secrets of creating truly impactful presentations that resonate with your audience. Kyle shares his insights on a common pitfall many speakers face: focusin…

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Farm Raised, Safari Ready – Jack Peacock’s Wild Hunts 1:42:28

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In this episode, I’m joined by Jack Peacock as we dive into his unique upbringing on a deer and elk farm in New Zealand and his hunting adventures across Australia and Africa. We chat about what it’s like to have a giraffe in the sights of a rifle, the surreal experience of walking up on such a massive animal, and the surprising taste of wild game—…

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A Complicated Man: William F. Buckley, Jr. (w/ Sam Tanenhaus) 1:52:33

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This episode is one that Matt and Sam have been anticipating for years: after two-and-a-half decades of research and writing, Sam Tanehaus's authoritative biography of William F. Buckley, Jr.—youthful booster of America First, enfant terrible at Yale, CIA agent, founder of National Review, best-selling author, brilliant television host, and more—ha…

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Craft Your Unforgettable Introduction The Memory Dart Way with Steve Woodruff 45:46

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Have you ever felt awkward introducing yourself at events? You're not alone. In this episode, I sit down with Steve Woodruff, known as the "King of Clarity," to explore a revolutionary approach to networking that could change the way we connect at conferences and beyond. Steve is on a mission to replace the outdated elevator pitch with something he…

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Ten Ways Speakers Become Event Superstars with Phil Mershon 11:19

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"I would never invite that speaker again!" If you're a speaker, you never want to hear those words. And the truth is, you never will since organizers only share this with other event planners. What would you like to hear instead? "She was the best speaker ever. Great content, easy to work with, and she even helped set up tables when we were short s…

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BRETTCON: Actors Panel 44:32

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Gus and Luke join us to introduce this very special conversation from the 2024 Brettcon event, in which they spoke with Joanna David (Susan Cushing in The Cardboard Box), Jack Klaff (The Hon. Philip Green in The Disappearance of Lady Frances Carfax) and Vernon Dobtcheff (Mendelstam in The Six Napoleons) who discussed their time on the Granada serie…

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Is Your Social Security at Risk? The Future of Social Security & Medicare 58:07

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The Social Security and Medicare Trustees released their annual reports on the programs’ financing, showing that the future of these vital programs remains at risk. What does this mean for your Social Security and Medicare benefits, and what can you do to help protect yourself? I’ll discuss the details of this approach and if it may be the answer f…

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MAGA's War Over the War with Iran (w/ Curt Mills) [Teaser] 3:30

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Listen to the rest of this premium episode by subscribing at patreon.com/knowyourenemy. Donald Trump's rise in U.S. politics over the past decade has been inextricable from his "America First" foreign policy and withering criticisms of the Iraq War, nation building, and both the neoconservatism that led the Republican Party to disaster during Georg…