Best Tal Michael Podcasts (2026)

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EP 106: EFT Certification Process Updates with Gail Palmer, EFT Trainer and ICEEFT Co-Founder/Co-Director 49:31

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EFT Certification Updates with Gail Palmer | EFT Talk with Dr. Belle Curious about how to become certified in Emotionally Focused Therapy? In this episode of We Heart Therapy, Dr. Belle—PhD, LMFT, ICEEFT Certified Supervisor/Therapist and President of Southern NV EFT—welcomes Gail Palmer, ICEEFT Co-Founder and global leader in Emotionally Focused F…

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Episode 34: "Human-Centered Practice: Kindness, Burnout, and the Moral Core of Medicine" with Dr. Sabena Jameel 39:15

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What does it mean to lead as a flourishing leader in a world of burnout, bureaucracy, and moral complexity — especially in healthcare? In this episode of The Flourishing Leaders Podcast, Dr. Scott Parsons and Jason Viyar are joined by Dr. Sabena Jameel — professor of medical professionalism, character education scholar, physician, inner-city Birmin…

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Ep. 114 Anthony Katsur CEO IAB Tech Lab on Agentic AI Hype Privacy and the Future of Ad Tech 26:55

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AdTechGod and Anthony Katsur discuss the evolving landscape of the advertising industry, particularly focusing on the concept of Agentic AI. They explore the current hype surrounding Agentic AI, its potential impact on digital media buying and selling, and the challenges related to privacy and measurement. The discussion also touches on the future …

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Episode 33: “Dare to Be Wise: Stoicism, Psychology, and the Practice of Flourishing Leadership” with Donald Robertson 1:14:13

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What if the greatest leadership challenge of our time isn’t a lack of information — but a lack of wisdom? In this rich and wide-ranging episode of the Flourishing Leaders Podcast, Dr. Scott Parsons and Jason Viyar sit down with Donald Robertson — philosopher, former cognitive-behavioural psychotherapist, and one of the world’s leading interpreters …

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Ep. 113 Mediaocean, LG Ads, and Jackwell Partners on AI Hype and AdTech Trends for 2026 38:24

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In this episode of the AdTechGod Pod, guests Aaron Goldman (Mediaocean), Tony Marlow (LG Ads), and Jackelyn Keller (Jackwell Partners) reflect on the past year in advertising, the impact of AI, and the trends shaping the future. The conversation covers everything from weird meetings in 2025 to the overhyped nature of AI and retail media. The guests…

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Episode 32: "Heroic Leadership, Anti-Fragile Confidence, and Flipping the Switch” with Heroic CEO Michael Balchan 57:10

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What does it actually look like to be a flourishing leader in a turbulent world? In this episode, Dr. Scott Parsons and co-host Jason Viyar sit down with Michael Balchan — CEO and Head Coach at Heroic Public Benefit Corporation — for a rich, practical, and deeply human conversation on how to operationalize flourishing in everyday life and leadershi…

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Ep. 112 Programmatic Partnerships with Purpose: Andrew Cassin on Growth & Empathy Ad Tech Future 27:16

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Andrew Cassin, Senior Director of Programmatic Partnerships at Cadent, joins AdTechGod to discuss what strong programmatic partnerships look like today, how the industry has moved beyond a “set it and forget it” mindset, the importance of building clean supply paths, and how to stay human as the industry continues to evolve. Takeaways Partnerships …

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Episode 31: “Other People Matter: Character, Culture, and Workplaces at Their Best” with Dr. Jillian Coppley 38:00

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What happens when leaders see character not as a buzzword, but as the invisible architecture of how they show up every day? In this episode of the Flourishing Leaders Podcast, Dr. Scott Parsons and co-host Jason Viyar sit down with Dr. Jillian Coppley, President and Chief Products, Programs, and Services Officer at the VIA Institute on Character. D…

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Ep. 111 From Walled Gardens to the Open Web: Brad Thompson on the DSP Shift Powering SMB Growth 30:29

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Brad Thompson from MediaGo, a Baidu Company, joins AdTechGod on the AdTechGod Podcast to break down how SMB advertisers are using performance DSPs as a bridge from walled gardens into open web programmatic. Brad shares his path from agency work to platforms like AOL and MediaMath, why simplifying programmatic is essential for growth, how he uses Li…

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Episode 30: “Virtuosity, Character, and the Science of Flourishing” with Dr. Corey Crossan Stevens 24:54

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Exploring how science, sport, and virtue unite to help leaders strengthen character and flourish through daily, deliberate practice. What if building character was as deliberate as building muscle? In this energizing conversation, Dr. Scott Parsons sits down with Dr. Corey Crossan Stevens, Research and Teaching Fellow at the Oxford Character Projec…

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Ep. 110 From Spin off to Smart Auctions: Tal Shaked on Building Rise and the Future of Agentic Ad Tech 37:39

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Tal Shaked, Chief Business Officer and co-founder of Rise, joins AdTechGod to trace his unconventional path into ad tech, from early toolbar monetization to driving alternative revenue at Babylon and later helping grow IronSource through strategic acquisitions. He explains how Rise emerged as a necessary spin out ahead of IronSource’s IPO, why the …

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We Talk Photo with Guy Tal and Michael Gordon part 2 33:00

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We are overjoyed to welcome Guy Tal and Michael Gordon to the show at the same time. They are both longtime friends of us and of the show, but to have them together on the same episode is epic! Listen in as we discuss different topics related to creativity and the creative life, inspiration and happiness in photography. Because of the length of our…

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Episode 29: “Full-Spectrum Flourishing: Ethics, Wonder, and the Concept of ‘Human Flourishing’” with Dr. Eri Mountbatten-O’Malley 42:34

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What if our current ways of measuring “well-being” are quietly undermining the very idea of human flourishing? In this thought-provoking episode of the Flourishing Leaders Podcast, Dr. Scott Parsons sits down with Dr. Eri Mountbatten-O’Malley — Senior Lecturer in Education at Bath Spa University and author of Human Flourishing: A Conceptual Analysi…

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Ep. 109 Building Advertible: Priti Ohri on Reinventing Native Ads and Leading with Purpose 25:45

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AdTechGod speaks with Priti Ohri, Co-Founder and CEO of Advertible, about how she turned a layoff into a launchpad for innovation. From her early days at MTV Networks and LVMH to founding a company reshaping native advertising, Priti shares how Advertible simplifies native ad delivery for SSPs while improving user experience across formats and devi…

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We Talk Photo with Guy Tal & Michael Gordon pt 1 25:14

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We are overjoyed to welcome Guy Tal and Michael Gordon to the show at the same time. They are both longtime friends of us and of the show, but to have them together on the same episode is epic! Listen in as we discuss different topics related to creativity and the creative life, inspiration and happiness in photography. Because of the length of our…

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Ep. 108 Michael Berkowitz on the Evolution of Ad Tech, AI Hype, and Empowering Publishers 33:22

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Michael Berkowitz, a longtime ad tech veteran with experience at Spiny, BERT, Lotomy, and MediaMath, joins AdTechGod to share his journey from journalism to ad tech leadership. He reflects on the industry’s transformation, the growing sophistication of publishers, and how innovation has shifted from the U.S. to Europe. Michael discusses the risks p…

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Episode 28: "Leading with Dignity: Repair, Reconciliation, and Cultures Where Everybody Matters” with Dr. Donna Hicks 38:04

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What if the most powerful lever for culture change isn’t policy or perks—but dignity? When leaders treat dignity as non-negotiable (and know the difference between dignity and respect), conflict de-escalates, trust returns, and people bring their best. In this episode, Dr. Scott Parsons and Jason Viyar chat with Harvard’s Dr. Donna Hicks, internati…

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Ep. 107 Inside Nexxen: Chance Johnson on Building a Smarter, More Transparent DSP 25:26

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In this episode, Chance Johnson, Chief Commercial Officer at Nexxen, joins AdTechGod to discuss how the company is reshaping the advertising landscape through trust, transparency, and innovation. From bridging the gap between buyers and sellers to empowering advertisers with interoperable tools, Chance shares insights on how Nexxen is helping redef…

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Episode 27: “Soul-Care, Character, and Practical Wisdom: Ecosystem-Wide Flourishing in Health” with Dr. Kimara Ellefson 1:04:15

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What if flourishing leadership isn’t something we achieve, but something we practice — moment by moment — through intention, vulnerability, and wisdom? In this inspiring conversation, Dr. Scott Parsons sits down with Dr. Kimara Ellefson — National Director of Strategy & Partnerships at the Kern National Network for Flourishing in Health — and explo…

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Ep. 106 Redefining Quality in Ad Tech: Erez Levin on Marketing Effectiveness and Media Value 27:55

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Erez Levin, a prominent figure in the Ad Tech industry known for his focus on quality joins AdTechGod on the podcast today. They discuss Erez’s journey from Google to founding his advisory firm, the complexities of defining quality in marketing, and the importance of ad placement and publisher quality. The conversation dives into the incentives tha…

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Episode 26: “Serving Those Who Served: Leadership, Compassion, and the Power of Purpose” with Kate McCauley 35:16

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What does flourishing leadership look like when the mission is to serve those who’ve sacrificed for us all? In this deeply moving conversation, Dr. Scott Parsons and Jason Viyar sit down with Kate McCauley, President and CEO of Wounded Warriors Family Support — one of America’s most respected veterans’ organizations. Kate shares her remarkable jour…

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Ep. 105 David Danziger on AI, Human Connection, and the Future of Ad Tech 27:58

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David Danziger, SVP of partnerships at Dstillery joins AdTechGod. They discuss David's journey in the ad tech industry, the impact of technological advancements on audience segmentation, and the role of AI and machine learning in advertising. David emphasizes the importance of human relationships in client interactions and shares his passion for th…

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Episode 25: “Distilling Flourishing: Positive Education, Sustainable Leadership, and Bringing Well-Being Alongside Academics” with Justin Robinson 1:04:48

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What happens when wellbeing becomes the heart of education — not an add-on, but a way of life? In this uplifting episode, Justin Robinson — Co-founder of The Wellbeing Distillery and former Director of the Institute of Positive Education at Geelong Grammar School — joins Dr. Scott Parsons and Jason Viyar for an inspiring exploration of leadership, …

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Ep. 104 Leading with People and Purpose: Dani Mariano on AI, Culture, and the Future of Razorfish 27:07

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In this episode of The AdTechGod pod, host AdTechGod sits down with Dani Mariano, CEO of Razorfish, to discuss leadership, company culture, and the evolution of marketing in the age of AI. Dani shares her career journey from joining Razorfish 11 years ago to now leading the agency, and reflects on how people, mentorship, and learning have shaped he…

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We Talk Photo Alaska Workshop Recap 37:04

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In this episode of We Talk Photo, Jack and John talk about their most recent workshop in Katmai National Park photographing the grizzly bears amidst the Fall colors. This was their 7th workshop in this beautiful area and once again provided an amazing experience for all of the folks who came along. This is a bucket-list type of workshop as this exp…

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Episode 24: “Flourishing Across Divides: Building Unity, Hope, and Global Goals for a Better Future” with CEO Brandyn Keating 26:09

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How can leaders turn polarization into possibility — and help people come together to write a hopeful, flourishing future? In this inspiring episode of The Flourishing Leaders Podcast, Dr. Scott Parsons is joined by Brandyn Keating, CEO and Co-Founder of YOUnify, an organization working to reduce political polarization and cultural divisions of all…

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Ep. 103 Legacy Brands, Digital Futures: Brittany Scott on Brand Safety & AI in Advertising 40:46

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In this episode of the AdTechGod Pod, host AdTechGod speaks with Brittany Scott, VP of Brand Partnerships at Zefr. Brittany shares her unique journey from working at major brands like Kellogg and SC Johnson to transitioning into the ad tech space at Meta and now Zefr. The conversation delves into the importance of brand safety and suitability in ad…

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EP 105: How to Work with Two Withdrawers in Emotionally Focused Therapy with EFT Trainer Dr. Tal Padeh 50:47

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Welcome back to We Heart Therapy: The EFT Talk Series! 💕 In this powerful episode, host Dr. Anabelle Bugatti, PhD, LMFT, Certified EFT Supervisor & Therapist, sits down with Dr. Tal Padeh, Certified EFT Trainer and Director of the Israeli Center for EFT, to discuss one of the most challenging and insightful topics in couples therapy — working with …

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Episode 23: “Flourishing with Hope: Character, Virtue, and Leadership” with Dr. Michael Lamb 34:11

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What does it mean to be a flourishing leader—someone whose character inspires flourishing in others? In this episode, Dr. Scott Parsons sits down with Professor Michael Lamb, F. M. Kirby Foundation Chair of Leadership and Character and Senior Executive Director of the Program for Leadership and Character at Wake Forest University. A Rhodes Scholar,…

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Ep. 102 The Evolution of Advertising: Amy Lanzi on Strategy, Creators & Change 37:16

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In this engaging conversation, Amy Lanzi, CEO of Digitas North America, shares her unique journey from a finance major to a leader in the advertising industry. She discusses the evolution of client needs, the balance between creativity and data, and the impact of AI and synthetic audiences on marketing strategies. Amy also emphasizes the importance…

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Episode 22: “Character, Culture, and the Long Game of Leadership” with Professor Mary Crossan 34:05

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Ep. 101 The Reach Effect: Inside the Business of Smarter TV 35:05

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By AdTechGod, The AdTech God

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Ep. 100 The Future of Ad Tech & Agencies: AI, Giving Back, Walled Gardens & People-First Innovation 1:16:12

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In our milestone 100th episode of the AdTechGod Podcast, we’re diving into three big themes: the future of ad tech, the power of giving back, and where agencies are headed next. Segment 1 kicks off with industry legends Ari Paparo and Terence Kawaja. They break down how AI, automation, and consolidation are reshaping digital advertising—and what th…

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Episode 21: “The Long Win: Lessons in Leadership, Resilience, and Purpose” with Dr. Cath Bishop 44:08

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What does it really mean to win? And how can leaders build cultures that prioritize purpose, connection, and continuous growth over short-term success? In this episode of the Flourishing Leaders Podcast, host Dr. Scott Parsons is joined by Dr. Cath Bishop—Olympic silver medalist, World Champion rower, former British diplomat, leadership consultant,…

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Ep. 99 The CIO Perspective: Kelly Metz from Spark Foundry on AI, CTV, and Simplicity in Media 31:04

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In this episode of the AdTechGod pod, host AdTechGod speaks with Kelly Metz, Chief Investment Officer at Spark Foundry. They discuss Kelly's career journey through the advertising and media landscape, the importance of relationships in the industry, and the diverse clientele at Spark Foundry. Kelly shares insights on the evolving role of a CIO, the…