Best Marc Schmidt Podcasts (2025)

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Overcome Impostor Syndrome as a Podcast Guest | Marc Schmidt 15:44

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Impostor syndrome makes too many podcast guests believe they don't belong. And that false belief keeps them silent. In this episode, Marc Schmidt shares his personal story of learning to speak up, despite years of insecurity and doubt, and how he used support, self-reflection, and practice to build the confidence to show up with purpose. Get ready …

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They're Coming To Get You Barbera: Tom and Jerry (2021) 1:53:51

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Join us as we reach the conclusion (as of now) of the Hanna-Barbera film adaptations with 2021's Tom and Jerry! There's Cel shading, Colin Jost, and how is it that THIS nails Tom and Jerry more than the '90s film? (Well, okay, it's not THAT hard, but still!) Links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jonathan’s GoFundMe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support us on Pat…

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53 Jones and Schmidt II 34:27

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The second of a three-part program featuring legendary writing partners, lyricist and book writer, Tom Jones and composer, Harvey Schmidt, known for such amazing shows as THE FANTASTICKS, I DO, I DO, and 110 IN THE SHADE. Jones and Schmidt discuss the reception for 110 IN THE SHADE, developing the titular songs and writing “Thousands of Flowers” fo…

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Marc My Words-- James Hilovsky: CEO of TheFranDream 54:41

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James Hilovsky specializes in helping people to fulfill their dream of being a franchise owner. James worked up the corporate ladder in the service industry and made a transition into franchising. Through many amazing experiences, James came up with the idea to start a business where he could help others to pursue the same dream. If becoming a fran…

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Unlocking Robots Vs Human Connection with Bonnie Davis 40:14

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In this episode of Unlocked, Skot Waldron and Bonnie Davis explore the evolving landscape of work, focusing on the importance of human-centered practices in the face of increasing technological integration. They discuss the impact of AI on human relationships, the necessity of empathy in leadership, and the hidden forces eroding workplace culture. …

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Gosh Darn Foghorn 43:01

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Join us as we take a look at even more Foghorn Leghorn cartoons, because doing one Robert McKimson episode wasn't enough! Marc sees the first appearance of the Weasel in the Foghorn cast with 'Plop Goes the Weasel', Jordan watches a short that seems a little too similar to a certain rabbit with 'The Dixie Fryer', And we round out with Henry Hawk tr…

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52 Jones and Schmidt I 34:15

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In celebration of the 20th anniversary of THE FANTASTICKS, the first of a three-part program featuring legendary writing partners, lyricist and librettist, Tom Jones, and composer, Harvey Schmidt, known for such amazing shows as I DO, I DO, and 110 IN THE SHADE. In this episode, Jones and Schmidt recount their early days in Texas, working for Juliu…

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Marc My Words-- Sarah Ashley: Copywriter at Portal Copy Co. 51:35

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Sarah Ashley tells the story of how she navigated social media and other personal passions in order to find her way as the founder of her own copywriting business. Marc and Sarah also discuss the challenges of navigating content creation as an entrepreneur and making the decision of when/how to delegate to outside help. They also talk about the rol…

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How Pilots Lead to a Better Podcast | Vince Quinn 14:12

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Too many podcasters rush out content without knowing if it lands with listeners. And when something flops, the damage is already done. Thankfully, there's an alternative way to test new content! In this episode, Vince Quinn shares how to test new segments, styles, and strategies using a simple four-step pilot process that helps you refine ideas bef…

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Unlocking How A Litigator Navigates Conflict With Ursula Taylor 34:26

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In this episode of Unlocked, Skot Waldron interviews Ursula Taylor, a former litigator turned conflict resolution consultant. They discuss the limitations of traditional litigation, the emotional drivers behind conflict, and the importance of self-awareness in resolving disputes. Ursula shares her unique perspective on how to approach conflict as a…

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The Iowa State Fair Backgammon Tournament 40:58

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Ed talks to John Kalachnik and Brad Burtnette about the State Fair Tournament and the growth of backgammon in Iowa. Iowa Backgammon – Promoting the game of backgammon across the state of Iowa Iowa State Fair | 2025 Backgammon (Results Updated 8.16.25) Contact the show: [email protected] Instagram…

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39 Micki Grant II 41:51

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The conclusion of a two-part program featuring Broadway performer and composer-lyricist Micki Grant, known for her score to DON’T BOTHER ME, I CAN’T COPE, YOUR ARMS TOO SHORT TO BOX WITH GOD, and her amazing contributions to WORKING. Grant discusses her writing process, her experiences as a performer, and her collaborations with Vinnette Carroll an…

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E90- DRCR Retina Protocol AO- Home OCT for Management of Wet AMD- Dr. Christina Weng 27:26

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In this episode of The Retina Channel Podcast, Dr. Christina Weng, Professor of Ophthalmology at Baylor College of Medicine and Chair of DRCR Retina Protocol AO, discusses the pivotal trial evaluating home OCT monitoring in neovascular age-related macular degeneration (AMD). The conversation reviews the study’s rationale, methodology, and key findi…

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Marc My Words-- Jason Connell: Founder & President of Just Curious Media 47:48

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Jason Connell tells the story of how he started working in the entertainment business and how he was inspired to follow his dream in what can be a very challenging field to work in. Jason also talks about his transition into podcasting and also shares some valuable insight on the possibilities of podcasting through his own experiences. Want to be a…

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Joe Liemandt: The AI-Powered School Rewriting the Future of Education 42:33

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Long before he attended Stanford, founded software giant Trilogy, or became the youngest member of the Forbes 400, Joe Liemandt wrote a high school paper about the potential for a futuristic technology called Artificial Intelligence. Four decades later Liemandt sits in the principal’s chair at Alpha School, an AI-powered private school founded in A…

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Unlocking Your Unique Experience With Zach Smith 44:46

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In this episode of Unlocked, Zach Smith discusses his journey in the travel industry, emphasizing the importance of crafting unique travel experiences that connect individuals with local cultures. He shares insights on building a business that values individual preferences and the challenges faced during growth, particularly during the COVID-19 pan…

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Remove Filler Words to Sound More Confident | Shayna Davis 7:08

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Most podcast guests want to build their credibility and display their expertise. However, many rely on filler words without even realizing it. These words make them sound unsure of what they're talking about. In this episode, Shayna Davis shares what to stop saying and what to say instead so you sound prepared, confident, and worth listening to. Ge…

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Robert McKimson Presents: Duck My Wife, Please! 56:37

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Marc and Jordan cover three different Robert McKimson Daffy Duck shorts that features Daffy paired with a love interest. That's it, that's the theme of this one. Is it that shocking that we didn't especially like these? Be it a noir-ish takedown of a femme fatale in The Super Snooper, a beachside show of machismo in Muscle Tussle or a European spy …

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38 Micki Grant I 33:47

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The first of a two-part program featuring Broadway performer and composer-lyricist Micki Grant, known for her scores to DON’T BOTHER ME, I CAN’T COPE, YOUR ARMS TOO SHORT TO BOX WITH GOD, and her amazing contributions to WORKING. Grant discusses her early days, writing process, experiences as a performer, and collaborations with Vinnette Carroll an…

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Marc My Words-- Maureen Pound: Author and Founder of Team for Dealerships 50:12

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This episode of Marc My Words touches on Maureen Pound's entrepreneurial path, but the main focus lies in Maureen's book and her focus on relationships. Maureen tells the story of how she gained a new passion in her journey and what inspired her to focus on helping people to form better relationships. All things online dating, ghosting, and much mo…

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How to Turn Your Podcast into a Book | Cori Wamsley 12:47

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Most podcasters dream of doing more with their episode content but don’t know what to do next. One overlooked idea is turning your podcast episodes into a book to create deeper connection with listeners! In this episode, Cori Wamsley shares how to transform your episodes into a focused, lead-generating book that builds trust and expands your author…

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Unlocking The Art of Negotiation With Derek Gaunt 59:04

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In this episode of Unlocked, Skot Waldron and Derek Gaunt explore the nuances of influence and negotiation, particularly in high-pressure situations. They discuss the importance of intent in influence, distinguishing it from manipulation, and emphasize the role of curiosity and understanding in effective communication. Derek shares insights from hi…

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Hanna Polyakova, following the path 33:34

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Ed talks to Hanna Polyakova, a young backgammon player from Kursk, Russia. Follow Hanna: Instagram Alex Eshaghian interviews Ed: https://youtu.be/P9sdX9fmbaU?si=MA6cS0I_yBXppLr1 Contact the show: [email protected] Instagram Social Model of Disability: Social Model Of Disability - AFDO Universal Design: What is Universal Design? – The UD Pr…

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24 Dorothy Fields 32:26

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Dorothy Fields, daughter of comedy star, Lew Fields, lyricist and librettist of such stage classics as A TREE GROWS IN BROOKLYN, SWEET CHARITY and ANNIE GET YOUR GUN, along with numerous memorable films such as the Fred Astaire/Ginger Rogers SWING TIME and ROBERTA, discusses her life and career. She recounts growing up in a theatrical household, br…

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Marc My Words-- Cheryl Einhorn: Founder of Decisive Area Method 50:06

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Cheryl Einhorn is not only the founder and creator of the Decisive Area Method, she is also an expert in problem solving and decision making. She helps entrepreneurs and professionals to navigate how to work through biases and other factors in order to help them make better informed decisions. Cheryl also breaks down what kind of decision makers th…

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Unlocking How Happiness Can Be Your Best Productivity Tool With Steven Puri 1:04:30

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In this episode of Unlocked, Steven Puri discusses the challenges and opportunities of remote work, the importance of human connection, and the story behind his productivity tool, Sukha. He emphasizes the need for healthy productivity and how technology can help individuals and teams stay focused and connected. The discussion also touches on the ps…

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Keeping Listeners Engaged as a Guest | Emily Aborn 12:00

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Podcast listeners are already distracted, and most guests unintentionally make it worse. Rambling, filler phrases, and weak delivery cause people to tune out. In this episode, Emily Aborn shares five mistakes that lose listeners fast and five things you can do to keep them engaged the entire time. Get ready to show up with clarity, connect more dee…

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23 E.Y. "Yip" Harburg 32:16

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E.Y. “Yip” Harburg, renowned lyricist and book writer for Broadway and film, the writer behind such iconic works as FINIAN’S RAINBOW, JAMAICA, and the film musical, THE WIZARD OF OZ, recounts his illustrious career. Known as the “Master of Whimsy” and “Broadway’s Social Conscience,” Harburg who gave us “Brother, Can You Spare a Dime” among hundreds…

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Mårten Mickos: Essential Lessons From A Legendary Tech CEO 41:24

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Mårten Mickos isn't the kind of CEO who tries to dream up world-changing ideas or invent brand new markets. Perhaps best known for leading MySQL to becoming a $1 billion success story that powered Facebook, Google, and YouTube, Mickos also led teams at Eucalyptus and HackerOne and has consistently shown an ability to convert the potential energy of…

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Sell Me This Duck 53:51

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Join us as we cover the salesman antics of Daffy Duck! Marc sees Daffy try to make JB Cubish laugh in 'Daffy Dilly'. Jordan finds Daffy trying to sell life insurance to Porky Pig in 'Fool Practice', and we both watch Daffy try to sell the home of the future to Elmer Fudd in 'Design For Leaving' Links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jonathan’s GoFundMe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠…

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Marc My Words-- Marcus Howard: Author & Co- Founder at Tradechology 1:02:00

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Marcus Howard of Tradechology talks to Marc about how he became passionate about helping kids and parents to practice better financial habits. Marcus not only has an academy and curriculum that will help bridge the gap and help families to learn good financial habits, he also has a very good knack for explaining his perspective. Marcus and Marc hav…

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Marc My Words-- Drew Carmichael: Founder of The Cultivator 54:55

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Drew Carmichael is one entrepreneur who is guaranteed to dazzle anybody who listens to their story. Drew was fascinated with entrepreneurship at an age where most people aren't thinking about who they want to be or what they want to do. Drew took a collectible trend that was going on in Australia and turned it into a business for himself on eBay. T…

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Unlocking the GoodLiife with Bill Zujewski 37:47

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In this episode of Unlocked, Skot Waldron interviews Bill Zujewski about his journey from corporate marketing to entrepreneurship, focusing on the importance of a balanced life and the development of life scores to help individuals assess their well-being. Bill discusses the integration of personal and professional life, the significance of account…

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The Systems Behind a Successful Podcast | Tanya Smith 11:42

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Most podcasters don't quit because they run out of ideas. They quit because they can't keep up. But this doesn't have to be your reality! In this episode, Tanya Smith shares the exact systems that help you stay consistent, simplify your workflow, and remove stress from your weekly process. Get ready to build a show that runs smoother, takes less ti…

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Alfie Kirkpatrick, creator of Backgammon Hub 30:33

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Ed interviews Alfie Kirkpatrick about Backgammon Hub, an online platform that he developed during lockdown. Backgammon Hub FAQs for tournament directors: Backgammon Hub FAQs - Google Docs Alex Eshaghian interview: INCREDIBLE #Backgammon Podcaster Ed Hall REVEALS SECRETS - EXCLUSIVE Interview! 🎲🎲 Contact the show: [email protected] Instagra…

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22 Thomas Z. Shepard 32:01

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Thomas Z. Shepard, legendary record producer whose countless cast albums include the Houston Grand Opera production of PORGY AND BESS, 1776, DAMES AT SEA, SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE, SWEENEY TODD, COMPANY, and much more, discusses his career. Shepard describes his typical approach to recording a Broadway cast album, his many collaborations with…

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Marc My Words-- Celebrating 150 episodes & 2025 accomplishments 15:10

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This solo episode of Marc My Words is a celebration of reaching 150 episodes. However, coming into 2025, Marc made one goal for himself: to make some serious progress with his business in the new year. So far Marc has accomplished several things he is extremely proud of. Marc uses this as an opportunity to not only pat himself on the back, but to a…

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Marc My Words-- Paul Byrne: Founder of Razoyo 58:27

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Paul Byrne often brands himself as a guy who "rage-quit" his job before becoming an entrepreneur. However, once you get past this clever piece of branding, you will find that there is much more to Paul than this one incident in his career. Paul learned from this time in his life, took his talents and started his own business. This is not only an ep…

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Thoughts Unlocked - Entitlement Culture Is A Silent Killer 8:39

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Entitlement is about expecting special treatment without special effort. This episode of Thoughts Unlocked delves into the concept of entitlement in the workplace, discussing its origins, impacts, and how leaders can combat it. It emphasizes that entitlement is not about asking for more but expecting special treatment without effort. The episode hi…

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Why Podcasters Want You as a Guest | Neeraja Ganesh 17:40

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Most guests show up thinking about what they want to say instead of what the host and audience actually need. And that's the fastest way to get overlooked. In this episode, Neeraja Ganesh shares how to become the kind of guest podcasters remember, rebook, and recommend by showing up with intention, preparation, and service. Get ready to stop blendi…

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21 The Art of Orchestration 32:28

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A look at The Art of Orchestration, featuring four of Broadway’s greatest: Robert Russell Bennett (Show Boat, Oklahoma), Hans Spialek (Anything Goes, On Your Toes), Jonathan Tunick (Company, Pacific Overtures), and Michael Starobin (Falsettos, Sunday in the Park with George). The four artists describe their different techniques and discuss their co…

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We Dare You Not to Like Cats Don't Dance 1:43:34

2M ago1:43:34

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For our latest movie episode, Marc and Jordan cover the Warner Animation feature film...though technically the credit for this one goes to Turner's animation department with Cats Don't Dance. Released in early 1997 to literally no fanfare, its failure at the box office was engineered by a studio who had no interest in its success [sound familiar?] …

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Marc My Words-- Scott Stolze: Chief Relationship Officer with GrwX Labs 1:02:23

2M ago1:02:23

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Scott Stolze joins Marc for a reunion episode. Scott was Marc's first guest ever on Marc My Words back in 2020 and has come back to talk about what he has been doing since 2020, his new business GrwX Labs, A.I. and the impact it is going to have on our lives today and in the future. Scott Stolze is the founder and CFO of GrwX Labs — and he’s one of…

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E89- Artificial Intelligence Image Analysis and Retina Research- Prof. Ursula Schmidt-Erfurth 19:56

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Prof. Schmidt-Erfurth is a Professor and the Past Chair of the Department of Ophthalmology at the Medical University of Vienna and the director of Vienna Reading Centre. She has been a pioneer in the application of AI in retinal image analysis. In this episode, she describes various applications of AI in retina research and the work that her group …

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Marc My Words-- Matthieu Mehuys: Co-Founder Paulownia Landscape Architects 51:21

2M ago51:21

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Matthieu Mehuys stopped by to talk about his passion for landscape architecture and how he went from working at what he thought was his dream job to making a transition into entrepreneurship within his field. Marc and Matthieu talk about the similarities in their journey in life as they both found their passion at an early age, but needed to naviga…

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Focus on Who's Already Listening | Dave Campbell 18:05

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When podcast hosts focus on who's missing, they overlook their existing audience and community. This causes podcasters to miss a big opportunity! In this episode, Dave Campbell encourages podcast hosts to stop chasing numbers and start building connections with existing listeners. Learn how to deepen engagement, embrace your real audience, and crea…

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Unlocking How to Hack Your Mind with Dr. Caroline Leaf 1:07:55

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If you’ve ever thought, “Why do I keep overreacting in meetings” or “I just can’t shut my brain off,” this episode is for you. The problem isn’t your brain. It’s that no one ever taught you how to manage your mind. In this episode of Unlocked, I sit down with Dr. Caroline Leaf - neuroscientist, bestselling author of 19 books, and someone who’s been…

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Phil Simborg, Mr Backgammon 1:00:33

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Ed interviews Phil Simborg of the Backgammon Learning Centre Learn Backgammon: Backgammon Products, News and Learning Center Backgammon World Championships Backgammon Galaxy - YouTube Backgammon World Championship | Monte-Carlo | Facebook Contact the show: [email protected] InstagramBy Ed Hall

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Eric Schmidt: The Implications of Superintelligence 40:35

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Best known as the CEO who helped transform Google from a promising startup into one of the best businesses in human history, Eric Schmidt has recently become one of the most important voices in the global conversation about artificial intelligence. He’s co-written two books on the subject including the New York Times bestseller Genesis: Artificial…

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18 Marc Blitzstein 32:06

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Marc Blitzstein, composer and lyricist noted for THE CRADLE WILL ROCK, THE AIRBORNE SYMPHONY, JUNO, and REGINA, discusses his life and work. He recalls the political controversy around THE CRADLE WILL ROCK, the challenges of bringing it to the stage with director Orson Welles and producer, John Houseman, and his translation/adaptation of Bertolt Br…