Best Poly Rob Podcasts (2025)

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187: ‘It’s Just Poly’s on a Map’, with Rob Asher and James Blackwood 1:18:26

28d ago1:18:26

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Rob Asher and James Blackwood join the podcast to talk about the real-world complexity of designing and delivering projects—and how their work at Giraffe is bridging the gaps between technology, governance, culture, commercial intent, and design. We explore the limits of traditional tools and approach, the pitfalls of over-simplified models, and wh…

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Carney’s liberal government survives their 1st confidence vote: Did the Conservatives drop the ball? 2:25:50

1h ago2:25:50

2:25:50

Nico and Rob speaking about the fact that yesterday, with everyMP present, conservatives included, supported the throne speech. What is happening here? Question of the day: Did the Conservative drop the ball? If you like the show and want to support us, become YouTubemember! This will automatically give you access to our member-only DISCORD server.…

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Episode VIII: 10-Week Anniversary Special! "A Culture of Abundance" 1:04:17

6h ago1:04:17

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It's Radio Abundance LIVE! Featuring Derek Kaufman from Inclusive Abundance, Joe Sangirardi from the San Francisco Democratic Party, Giselle Hale from Abundance Network, Laura Foote from YIMBY Action, Muhammad Tarek Alameldin from California YIMBY, Jane Natoli from SF YIMBY, Kevin Gray from The Center for New Liberalism's Bay Area New Liberals, and…

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Bill C-2: The Strong Border Act What does it all mean? 2:21:07

1h ago2:21:07

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Today Nico and Rob will try to make sense of the bombshellthe Liberal dropped on us yesterday: Bill C-2 The Strong Border Act. The boys will do go over all the information currently available and see what it all means! Question of the day: Is the new Liberal Bill C-2 using ourimmigration crisis to take more of our rights away? If you like the show …

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Episode VII: 10-Week Anniversary Special! "Origin Stories" 1:06:32

3h ago1:06:32

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Our 10-week Anniversary Celebration continues with a special episode in which we hear the YIMBY Origin Stories of 5 elected officials in their own words. Tonight's episode features United States Senator Brian Schatz, Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee, United States Congressman Robert Garcia, New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham, and California State …

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Conservatives pass spring budget motion, Greta Thunberg is headed to Gaza and Montreal Café is set on fire. 2:33:16

2h ago2:33:16

2:33:16

Nico and Rob are speaking about the Conservative motion that just passed forcing the Liberals to release a spring budget. How Greta Thunberg is headed to Gaza and later during the show, the boys will be joined by Simon Massaglia, the owner of Micro Espresso, the Montreal coffee shop who was set on fire this weekend. Question of the day: What should…

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191: ‘The Bastardization of Marketing in AEC’, with Kyle Morck 1:39:18

3h ago1:39:18

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Kyle Morck joins the podcast to talk about about the widespread misuse of marketing in the AEC industry. We unpack why firms rely on vanity metrics that don’t move the needle, how real marketing success comes from long-term relationship building, and why personal branding inside firms is just as critical as the firm’s brand itself. Whether you’re i…

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Episode VI: 10-Week Anniversary Special! "Building America & Defeating Fascism in the Rockies" featuring Colorado Governor Jared Polis 53:34

18h ago53:34

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This week on Radio Abundance, we sit down with Colorado Governor Jared Polis for two interviews: one from the fall before the Presidential Election, and a new one now. We also recap 10 amazing weeks – less than 10 weeks! – of YIMBY Democrats for America, including our new coverage in The Wall Street Journal of our Culture of Abundance San Francisco…

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Did Canada welcome 817k new Immigrants in 2025, Trump’s new Tariffs & Imane Khelif’s leaked report. 2:37:02

1d ago2:37:02

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Today, Rob and Nico speak about the new viral June Newsarticle stating that Canada has already welcomes more than 800k newcomers already this year, Trump’s new 50% tariffs on steel and aluminum and Imane Khelif's new leaked report. Question of the day: Is it time for Marx Carney to deal withTrump? If you like the show and want to support us, become…

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Interviews with White House Budget Director Russ Vought; House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries; Senator Chris Murphy 47:03

4d ago47:03

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On CNN’s State of the Union, Dana Bash sits down for an exclusive interview with the man seen as the architect behind President Trump’s scorched-earth effort to upend the federal government, White House Budget Director Russ Vought. Then, House Democratic Leader Rep. Hakeem Jeffries joins Dana to detail his party’s plan to counter Trump’s agenda, as…

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SCOTUS allows Trump to deport 500,000 migrants and Sydney Sweeney’s new bath water soap 2:22:50

4d ago2:22:50

2:22:50

Question of the day: Do you think that Canada should follow what the Americans are doing and deport all our illegals? If you like the show and want to support us, become YouTubemember! This will automatically give you access to our member-only DISCORD server. See the @ThePoliOrphans YouTube channel for more information.…

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UK Charges Andrew Tate, Manitoba Declares Province-Wide Wildfire Emergency, and US Court Rejects Trump's Tariffs 2:24:25

5d ago2:24:25

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Question of the day: What do you think about the Tate Brothers? If you like the show and want to support us, become YouTubemember! This will automatically give you access to our member-only DISCORD server. See the @ThePoliOrphans YouTube channel for more information.

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Episode V: "When Deserts Bloom: The Southwest Rises" featuring US Congresswoman Laura Friedman & Arizona state lawmakers Anna Hernandez, Sarah Liguori, and Analise Ortiz 2:55:03

6d ago2:55:03

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This week on Radio Abundance, we sit down with four amazing women who are blazing the trail to Progressive Abundance in the United States Congress and in Arizona. First, the team sits down with United States Congresswoman Laura Friedman, a Hollywood Film Producer turned Mayor turned California Legislator, now in the US House of Representatives, who…

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Is Trump serious and Bank of Canada sounds the alarm on the temporary foreign worker program 2:28:08

6d ago2:28:08

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Canadians are once again mad at Trump for suggesting they we need to become the 51st and Bank of Canada sounds the alarm that the temporary foreign worker is indeed stealing jobs from Canadians. Question of the day: Should we become the 51ststate?

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King Charles’s speech from the throne LIVE with the Poli Orphans 3:33:14

7d ago3:33:14

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Today Nico and Rob cover King Charles’s speech from the Throne LIVE. Join the watch party Question of the day: How is King Charles’s presence inCanada reinforcing our sovereignty?

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190: ‘AI + KM = Smarter AEC Firms’, with Christopher Parsons 1:26:14

7d ago1:26:14

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Christopher Parsons joins the podcast to talk about about the evolution of knowledge management (KM) in the AEC industry—from KM 1.0 (knowledge capture) to KM 2.0 (knowledge sharing), to KM 3.0 (knowledge in the flow of work). We explore how AI is catalyzing a shift toward real-time, firm-wide knowledge operations, and why success in this new era i…

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Will King Charles’s Throne Speech Push Climate? CBC Caught Lying Again 2:42:23

8d ago2:42:23

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King Charles is in Canada and will be giving the speech fromthe Throne tomorrow. CBC is caught lying AGAIN. Parliament is reopening today after being shut down since December 17th last year and 5 years of George Floyd. Question of the day: What do you think King Charles will bespeaking about during the speech from the Throne tomorrow? If you like t…

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Speaker Mike Johnson, Senator Ron Johnson and Senator Michael Bennet 42:58

9d ago42:58

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On CNN’s State of the Union, Jake presses House Speaker Mike Johnson on the impact the GOP tax and spending bill will have on the national debt and on Medicaid. Next, Republican Sen. Ron Johnson joins Jake to detail his concerns about the bill and his threat to sink it unless there are steeper spending cuts. Then, Democratic Sen. Michael Bennet joi…

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Trump’s Harvard Visa Crackdown, Canada Post Strike Chaos, Jivani’s Foreign Worker Ban! 2:38:27

11d ago2:38:27

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Trump’s Harvard Visa Crackdown, Canada Post Strike Chaos,Jivani’s Foreign Worker Ban! Here are the other topics the boys are covering today: -Dozens father at B.C. ostrich farm to protest order to cull400 Birds -Mark Carney’s new tax cut and home building video -Reporter asks Mark Carney How do you run on an Elbows Upcampaign -Here is a post by Bil…

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Canada wants Golden Dome, South Africa vs Trump, Canada Post, Reform Act & $80M for Islamic School 2:19:19

14d ago2:19:19

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Nico and Rob speak about Carney wanting Us Golden Dome protection, how Trump went after South Africa’s President, Canada Post’s ridiculous demands, the reform act and the $80 million Sharia Law school in Edmonton. Here are the other topics the boys will be covering: -“It’s totally unacceptable”: Mark Carney demands‘’immediate’’ explanation after sh…

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Canada’s Inflation Drops to 1.7% After Carbon Tax is Removed 2:34:49

13d ago2:34:49

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Today, Nico and Rob speak about how Canada’s inflation drops to 1.7% but just because the consumer carbon tax was removed. They also address the following: - Liberal votes on Power to oust Mark Carney if needed. - Public servant who refused 💉on religious grounds win arbitration. - Smith Hails Quebec’s Warming to Pipeline Projects as a ‘Massive Brea…

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Canada’s Foreign Meddling: Slamming Russia, Warning Israel, Ignoring Our Own Mess 2:38:02

15d ago2:38:02

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Today, Nico and Rob speak about Canada’s foreign meddling, calling Russia the aggressor, joining France and the UK in warning Israel while we have our own mess to deal with. Plus Trump is already dealing with it so why are we even involved. In other news the boys will speak about solar flares, CanadaPost’s strike, Joe Biden’s cancer diagnostic, Kas…

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189: ‘The Rise of the Balkan Architect’, with Milos Temerinski 1:31:58

14d ago1:31:58

1:31:58

Milos Temerinski joins the podcast to talk about his massively popular YouTube channel Balkan Architect, his journey from architecture student to full-time content creator, and how YouTube became a global classroom for Revit and other architectural software. We also talk about the power of self-directed learning, the realities of working with compl…

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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, Rep. James Clyburn, David Axelrod and Van Jones 43:58

18d ago43:58

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On CNN’s State of the Union, Jake Tapper sits down with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to discuss Trump’s tariff policy, efforts to negotiate trade deals, and plans for the US to accept a luxury jet from Qatar. Then, Jake presses Democratic Rep. James Clyburn over his past support for Joe Biden’s re-election campaign amid new reporting about Bide…

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Liberals Skip 2025 Budget BUT Summer Vacation is Still ON! 2:39:49

19d ago2:39:49

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On the menu today: Nico and Rob are speaking about the Liberal not tabling a budget, Blanchet is asking for a new election to be held in Terrebonne and the Federal Government has ordered 400 BC ostriches to be unalived. Question of the day: Considering what is happening inTerrebonne, should a new election be held in Canada?…

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Meet The Carneys: Who Are These “NEW” Ministers 2:22:46

20d ago2:22:46

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On the menu today: Today, Nico and Rob doing a deep diveinto the Carneys: who are these ‘’NEW’’ ministers… Question of the day: Why do you think these Ministers werechosen?

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Carney’s Climate U-Turn: From Carbon King to Pipeline Builder 2:32:04

21d ago2:32:04

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On the menu today: Rob and Nico address Mark Carney’s latest CTV News interview with Vassy Kapelos where he seems to indicate that he will repeal Bill c-69, remove emission caps and start building pipelines. Jason D is joining us to speak about Trump’s new medication slashes. The boys will also be speaking about how the Melendez Brothers are now el…

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What’s Media NOT Telling You About Alberta with Jason Lavigne 2:08:34

23d ago2:08:34

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On the menu today: Today, Nico and Rob are joined byAlbertan journalist Jason Lavigne to go over what is going on behind the scenes in Alberta. If you want to know what the Mainstream Media is not tellingyou about Alberta, this is the show for you! Question of the day: What do you think is the earthshattering announcement Trump spoke about yesterda…

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188: ‘Getting Comfortable Being Uncomfortable’, with Gavin Crump 1:14:26

21d ago1:14:26

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Gavin Crump joins the podcast to talk about his personal and professional evolution from an introverted graduate architect who stumbled through his first Revit test to becoming one of the most visible and trusted voices in AEC technology. We talk about programming as a creative outlet, the surprisingly emotional experience of automating his first w…

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Liberals Win Terrebonne by 1 Vote With 840 Rejected Ballots 2:28:38

24d ago2:28:38

2:28:38

On the menu today: Rob and Nico are speaking about how the Liberal won a recount in Terrebonne, QC by 1 single vote while 840 ballots were rejected. How the NDP is looking for the Liberals to give them official party status, Carney’s new cabinet announcement They will be joined by Jason D to speak about how the Trump administration is looking at su…

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Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick; Dem. Reps. Bonnie Watson Coleman, LaMonica McIver, and Rob Menendez; Former Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel and Former New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu 48:33

25d ago48:33

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On CNN’s State of the Union, Dana Bash presses Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick for details on Trump’s trade negotiations with China and the impact tariffs are having on Americans. Then, Democratic Reps. Bonnie Watson Coleman, LaMonica McIver, and Rob Menendez join Dana to respond to the Trump administration’s threat that they could be arrested af…

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New Pope, Old Politics – Is Religion Still Relevant in Canada? 2:23:25

26d ago2:23:25

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On the menu today: Rob and Nico are joined by Kris Eriksen,another political homeless. They are going to speak about what Carney said about climate change and how Greenpeace cofounder disagrees with him, what the Canadian Heritage spent $69,000, Joe Biden’s appearance on The View, what KashPatel said about Epstein and of course our main topic of th…

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Canada Is Not For SALE: Did Carney Really Stand UP to Trump 2:22:01

28d ago2:22:01

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On the menu today: Rob and Nico covers the Trending topicsfrom our Discord server: Pierre Poilievre’s new video, Conservatives blaming Jenni Byrnes, Andrew Sheer becomes the interim opposition leader, Mike Myersnamed-dropped in Diddy’s case, inspiring Lennie Boy video and of course, ourmain topics of the day, Canada is not for sale. Question of the…

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Smith, Carney and Trump: is Canada's Media Biased? 2:42:13

29d ago2:42:13

2:42:13

On the menu today: Rob and Nico speak about how Canada’smainstream media and social media are spinning the Carney/Trump press conference into a win for Canada and how they are trying to make Danielle Smith as an enemy of Canada. They will also be speaking about Pierre Poilievre refusing to go on Joe Rogan’s podcast. Question of the day: Should we s…

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Danielle Smith's Demands to Carney: Fair Demands or Inevitable Referendum? 2:48:58

30d ago2:48:58

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On the menu today: Nico and Rob will review Danielle’s SmithUltimatum to Mark Carney, see if what she is demanding is reasonable and feasible. They will also speak about what the Longest Ballot Committee is looking to do to Pierre Pilievre’s election race. Question of the day: Do you think that Danielle’s Smith demands are reasonable? If you like t…

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Trump Annexing Canada: Will Carney Bring it up Tomorrow? 2:37:32

1M ago2:37:32

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On the menu today: Trump announces that he might annex Canada as Carney is set to go meet with him tomorrow. Pierre Poilievre is set to run in Alberta by-election and Danielle Smith updates on the Alberta separation talks. Question of the day: Do you think Maxime Bernier should runagainst Pierre Poilievre in the byelection? If you like the show and…

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Dem. Sen. Mark Warner, Rep. Sen. Ron Johnson and Stephen A. Smith 43:29

1M ago43:29

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On CNN’s State of the Union, Jake sits down with Democratic Sen. Mark Warner to discuss Trump’s shake-up of his national security team. Then, Jake asks Republican Sen. Ron Johnson about a growing lead crisis in Milwaukee, as well as Americans’ unease over Trump’s handling of the economy. Next, Stephen A. Smith joins Jake to discuss whether he is co…

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Alberta Separatist Movement: Can First Nations Stop It? 2:39:11

1M ago2:39:11

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On the menu today: Rob and Nico will be speaking about the news that everyone is speaking about in Canada: Can the First Nations of Alberta block the separative movement? Quick update on the exit polls demography and did the Liberal cheat Pierre Poilievre out of his riding? Question of the day: Do you think that Alberta will separate from Canada or…

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Canadian Conservatives Divided: Doug Ford vs Pierre Polievre 2:27:58

1M ago2:27:58

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On the menu today: Rob and Nico are addressing the comments made by Doug Ford regarding Pierre Poilievre. Mark Carneys first interview since winning the election, a correction needs to be made about our comments regarding the Bloc Quebecois and how the US and Ukraine finally inked a mineral deal. Question of the day: Do you think that Doug Ford sho…

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Canadian Election Aftermath: What’s Next for this Divided Nation? 2:33:34

1M ago2:33:34

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On the menu today: Now that 24 hours have passed, Rob and Nico look at what comes next for Canada. This election was a historical election, and we want to know how you feel about Canada’s future so make sure to let us know in the comments. Question of the day: Now that 24 hours have passed, how doyou feel about the election results?…

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Canada Election Recap: Carney Beats Poilievre, Is Trump to Blame? 2:25:49

1M ago2:25:49

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On the menu today: Rob and Nico recap yesterday’s election. Question of the day: Do you think Pierre Poilievre blew theelection or is Trump to blame? Make sure to LIKE, COMMENT and SHARE this live stream!Follow us @ThePoliOrphans on YouTube and X. Follow Rob @Rob_Tha_Builder on X and Nico @RealNicoLagan on X, Instagram and Rumble. All views express…

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186: ‘Bringing a Bazooka to a Banana Fight’, with Clifton Harness 1:34:23

1M ago1:34:23

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Clifton Harness joins the podcast to talk about the future of architectural technology, the challenges of competing with established software giants, and the importance of staying true to a focused vision. Clifton shares insights about TestFit's journey, the role of AI in architecture, and why attempting to compete directly with Revit might be miss…

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Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins 46:23

1M ago46:23

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On CNN’s State of the Union, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer joins Dana Bash for a wide-ranging interview on Ukraine peace talks, Trump’s handling of immigration and the economy, Schumer’s future as a leader in his party, and rising antisemitism in America. Next, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins joins Dana to discuss the continued economic…

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Episode IV: "Defeating Fascism & Building California" featuring California Attorney General Rob Bonta & US Congressman Robert Garcia 2:24:36

1M ago2:24:36

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This week on Radio Abundance, we sit down with two trailblazing Abundance Democrats from California. First, the team sits down with California Attorney General Rob Bonta, the first Filipino-American ever to hold the position, to learn about his work suing the Trump Administration and cities who refuse to build enough housing. Then, we connect with …

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4 Days to Go: It’s Crunch Time for Canada 2:21:36

1M ago2:21:36

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On the menu today: 4 days to the election, what are the candidates’ last messages, where are they going to be over the weekend, a quick review of their platforms but above all, we want to know where your head is at. Question of the day: Who are you voting for and who do youthink will be winning the election. Make sure to LIKE, COMMENT and SHARE thi…

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Liberal vs. Conservative: Ultimate Policy Showdown 2:19:25

1M ago2:19:25

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On the menu today: Rob and Nico speak about China wanting Canada to join them to FIGHT US tariffs, the mayor of Toronto wants to give $350,000 to Toronto Pride Festival, an in-depth analysis of the Liberal and Conservative platforms and the UK government’s plan to DIM out the SUN. Question of the day: Who should Canada align with: China orthe US? M…

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Episode III: "Who Rigged the Game?" featuring authors Marc Dunkelman & Daryl Fairweather 2:15:54

1M ago2:15:54

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This week on Radio Abundance, the team hosts two esteemed authors! First, we sit down with Marc Dunkleman, the writer of "Why Nothing Works," to dive into the origins and history of the Progressive movement and how we built a world where nothing gets done. Then, we chat with economist Daryl Fairweather about her new book "Hate the Game" to understa…

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185: ‘Radical Transparency’, with Robert Yuen 1:02:00

1M ago1:02:00

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Robert Yuen joins the podcast to talk about data integrity, the evolving business of architecture, and why “radical transparency” is something the AEC industry must adopt and incorporate. In this conversation, we examine the problems with traditional industry benchmarking, the risks of making decisions based on flawed data, and how Monograph’s new …

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Is this a Do or Die for Canada with Kaylor Betts 2:20:44

1M ago2:20:44

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On the menu today: Nico and Rob are joined by the host ofAwake and Winning: Kaylor Betts. And like every Wednesday, Jason D joins us as well. We will be speaking about the Canadian Election and what it means to the future of Canada. Question of the day: Do you think this is a do or dieelection for Canada, like the last American Election? Make sure …

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Harvard is SUING Trump 2:30:50

1M ago2:30:50

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On the menu today: Rob and Nico are speaking about Harvardsuing Trump, the NIH canceling grants for DEI schools, the Supreme Court case for parents who want to opt out of woke classes and our daily Canadian Election coverage. Question of the day: Should WOKE ideologies be funded by taxpayer’s money? Make sure to LIKE, COMMENT and SHARE this live st…

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