Best The Danish Connection Podcasts (2025)

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A round-up of the latest news in Denmark 43:39

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It may be ‘cucumber time’ in Denmark, but we’ve still managed to create a roundup of the latest news to keep you informed! This week on The Danish Connection: *Danish zoos spark global outrage after asking people to donate unwanted pets and livestock on Facebook. *In Amager, a butcher shop targeted by animal rights protests and vandalism sees sales…

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The 5 Best Hacks of “All the Hacks”: Travel, Money & Life Optimization with Chris Hutchins 1:23:43

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What if the secret to unlocking a better life and travel experience lies not in more, but in smarter choices? Chris Hutchins is the host of the “All the Hacks” podcast, where he distills practical strategies across life, money, and travel. An optimizer by nature, Chris has saved millions by breaking down every aspect of life to maximize happiness a…

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Windows 12 Predictions! Patch Tuesday News! Teams Security Enhancements! 17:09

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On this episode, I cover the news from Patch Tuesday including an update issue on Windows 11 when using WSUS, I get into a new SSO feature for macOS and much more!Reference Links:https://www.rorymon.com/blog/windows-12-predictions-patch-tuesday-news-teams-security-enhancements/By Rory Monaghan

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7 Ways to Improve Your Next Road Trip (Lessons from our Norway Family Road Trip) with Anne Dorthe 45:34

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Could a loosely planned road trip actually turn out better than a perfectly mapped itinerary? Anne Dorthe is my wife and travel partner of over 11 years, and a Norwegian local with roots in Trøndelag. In this episode, Anne and I share the story of our recent open-ended family road trip through Norway. We talk about the lessons we learned along the …

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GPT-5 Has Arrived! Win365 Reserve in Preview! Lawsuit to try to Extend Windows 10 Support! 21:46

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On this episode, I cover the lackluster launch of GPT-5, a new preview of a Windows 365 Reserve feature, several vulnerability exploits and much more!Reference Links:https://www.rorymon.com/blog/gpt-5-has-arrived-win365-reserve-in-preview-lawsuit-to-try-to-extend-windows-10-support/By Rory Monaghan

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Top 6 Hidden Gems in Riga, Latvia (From Ancient Saunas to Secret Markets) with Lelde Benke-Lungevica 59:53

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What are the best hidden gems in Riga, Latvia, and how can you experience this Baltic city like a local? Lelde Benke-Lungevica is a Latvian writer and cultural storyteller who was born in Australia and moved back to Riga in her teens. Since 2013, she’s run the blog Life in Riga, offering a personal and authentic look at life in Latvia’s capital thr…

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Urgent Exchange Security Advisory! Critical Adobe Vulnerability! Nvidia Extending Win10 Support! 26:58

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On this episode, I cover a critical Adobe vulnerability that gets a 10 on the severity scale, recent year on year metrics from AWS and much more!Reference Links:https://www.rorymon.com/blog/urgent-exchange-security-advisory-critical-adobe-vulnerability-nvidia-extending-win10-support/By Rory Monaghan

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How to Plan a Hike on the Inca Trail, Winning $500,000 on a Game Show, Learning from the Past with Philip Gibbons 1:06:23

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What’s it like to hike the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, especially if you're doing it later in life? Philip Gibbons is a 68-year-old traveler, podcaster, and former Who Wants To Be A Millionaire winner who just got back from hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu at the time of this recording. In this episode, Philip walks us through the whole experi…

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Visiting Every National Park in One Year with Conor Knighton 1:54:14

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What changes when you give your travels a singular mission? Conor Knighton is an Emmy Award-winning correspondent for CBS Sunday Morning and the bestselling author of Leave Only Footprints. After a personal breakup and some professional uncertainty, Conor pitched an idea that turned into a once-in-a-lifetime journey to all 59 national parks - a mis…

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Flights Cancelled After Cyber Attack! ChatGPT Study Mode! UK Age Verification! 22:36

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On this episode, I cover a story about an airline grounding flights after a cyber attack, a macOS security concern, application containers for Windows on Arm, a whole lot of AI news and more!Reference Links:https://www.rorymon.com/blog/flights-cancelled-after-cyber-attack-chatgpt-study-mode-uk-age-verification/…

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5 Unexpected Things to Do in Paris and 3 Hidden Gems in France with Paige McClanahan 59:00

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What does it really mean to get beyond the clichés in Paris? Paige McClanahan is a journalist and author of The New Tourist: Waking Up to the Power and Perils of Travel. She’s spent years reporting for The New York Times and has lived in France for seven years. Her work explores tourism’s power to shape communities and how we can all travel more co…

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Marc Freiha on Leaving Lebanon and Finding Home in Canada 20:44

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In this episode of The Immigrant Project, we sit down with Marc Freiha, a Lebanese immigrant whose decision to leave his home country was sparked by a traumatic event that shook the nation itself. With resilience and courage, Marc shares the intimate story behind his decision to start over in Canada. Listen as Marc talks about navigating uncertaint…

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Digital Detox: Downsizing Your Digital Life to Create Freedom + Reboot Your Lifestyle Business with Corbett Barr 1:19:06

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Have you ever considered doing a digital detox, but were unsure where to start or how it would impact your life or business? Corbett Barr is an OG in the lifestyle business world, being a seasoned entrepreneur, creator, and technologist. After stepping away from the startup grind in search of a more balanced life, Corbett did a complete digital res…

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Major SharePoint Attack Underway! Connect Cache Goes GA! New AI Feature in Win11! 25:18

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On this episode, I cover the active exploitation of a critical SharePoint vulnerability, a Windows Server update causing cluster issues, the Citrix Bleed 2 exploit, and Google’s discovery of a SonicWall backdoor and more.Reference Links:https://www.rorymon.com/blog/major-sharepoint-attack-underway-connect-cache-goes-ga-new-ai-feature-in-win11/…

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How to Plan Your Camino + Going Beyond the Camino Frances (Secret Routes, Donkey Highways, and Spain’s Hidden Village Network) with Shawn and Lainey 1:36:48

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What is hiking a camino really like? Can you do it even if you’re not a hardcore hiker, or don’t have a big, life-changing quest in mind? Shawn and Lainey are the husband-and-wife team behind Days We Spend, where they share stories and videos about their experiences walking Caminos and slow traveling across Europe. Both are experienced travelers -L…

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Sperm donation in Denmark: Stories from the Streets with Maria Pagola 37:23

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Why does Denmark have so many sperm donors? How do Danes deal with death? How safe is it to swim in, and drink the water here? How is it to be a sex worker in Denmark? Welcome to season two of Stories from the Streets with Maria Pagola - an extra monthly episode from The Danish Connection where you’ll hear the unfiltered voices of Copenhagen speaki…

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What Is “Happiness”? Discovering Meaning on the Silk Road with Will Rickard 1:24:29

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What if chasing happiness meant giving up everything you thought you wanted? Will Rickard is the author of The Silk Road to Happiness, a book born from his solo journey through the “Stans" - Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, and Afghanistan - on a quest to explore happiness through travel, conversations, and culture. After leaving a prestigious c…

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Google AI Security Milestone! In-box Windows Apps to be Updated! Issues Caused by Updates! 21:33

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I cover some issues caused by the latest Windows Updates, give an update on the M&S cyber attack, I discuss a landmark for Google's AI security platform and much more!Reference Links:https://www.rorymon.com/blog/google-ai-security-milestone-in-box-windows-apps-to-be-updated-issues-caused-by-updates/By Rory Monaghan

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The Real Scotland: Ancient Traditions, Secret Valleys, and Why You Shouldn’t Cut Your Haggis with Andy McAlindon 1:06:21

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Are you craving an adventure that’ll connect you deeper to Scotland’s wild places, warm people, and timeless legends? Andy McAlindon, better known as Andy the Highlander, is a Scottish tour guide, author, actor, and storyteller whose passion for Scotland’s history and culture has captivated millions online. From learning to sword fight on the set o…

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Tbilisi Travel and Hidden Georgia Gems with Local Guide Levan Giorgadze 59:58

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Why should you travel to Tbilisi, Georgia? While you might come for the 8,000-year-old wine, you’ll want to stay for the wild hospitality and a city full of surprises. Levan Giorgadze is a theater-trained tour guide and founder of Tbilisi Free Walking Tours, where he shares Georgia’s rich history and culture with travelers from all over the world. …

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Windows Update Causing Firewall Error! Patch Tuesday News! Grok Goes Crazy! 19:15

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I cover the latest Patch Tuesday news, more metrics on Windows 11 adoption, some InfoSec stories and much more!Reference Links:https://www.rorymon.com/blog/windows-update-causing-firewall-error-patch-tuesday-news-grok-goes-crazy/By Rory Monaghan

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Timor-Leste Hidden Gems: Blue Whales, Diving, and Slow Travel in One of the World’s Least Visited Countries with Jonty Crane 1:20:11

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Could the least-visited places offer the most rewarding travel experiences? Jonty Crane is a New Zealand-based traveler, guidebook author, and longtime advocate for meaningful, off-the-beaten-path travel. With over 75 countries under his belt, he’s currently volunteering in Timor-Leste, where he’s helping promote sustainable tourism while living th…

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Roskilde gossip, a DNA scandal & why young Danes are having less sex 42:50

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With half of the population of Copenhagen at Roskilde this week, Eva away in Aalborg and the weather being a complete b*tch, Melissa and Rachel bring you a chatty episode to cheer you up looking into three of the top stories in Denmark this week: *We talk about waste management at Roskilde and how activism at festivals became controversial. *We loo…

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How to Become the Hero in Your Own Life with Derek Loudermilk 1:07:33

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What if you could flip your thinking, let go of old scripts, and start showing up as the hero in your own life, right now? Derek Loudermilk is a coach, adventurer, podcaster, and bestselling author who helps coaches, healers, and creators become global thought leaders. After leaving behind a PhD program, surviving a life-threatening blood clot, and…

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Win10 Lingers On! Windows Update Delay Issue! Facial Recognition Could Become the Norm! 23:46

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On this episode, I go over several updates on Windows 10 end of support and the state of the union regarding Windows 11 adoption, I also give an update on CitrixBleed2, HPE's attempted acquisition of Juniper and much more!Reference Links:https://www.rorymon.com/blog/win10-still-on-half-of-business-devices-windows-update-delay-issue-facial-recogniti…

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The Situation Room with Jonas Friis: A history of Denmark’s evolving military strategy 38:02

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Welcome back to The Situation Room. This week Jonas Friis sits down with Jan Werner Mathiasen - a military analyst at the Institute for Strategy and War Studies, where he also teaches and researches military strategy. Jan focuses on how culture, domestic politics, and identity affect how countries use military power. He has also been an officer in …

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From Death’s Door to Solo Kayaking 1,000 Miles Through the Canadian Arctic with Stephan Kesting 1:19:21

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Why does it take a brush with death for some of us to finally do the things we’ve dreamed of? Stephan Kesting is an accomplished martial artist, firefighter, wilderness explorer, and the author of Perseverance: Life and Death in the Subarctic. You might know him from his popular jiu-jitsu videos and teachings at Grapplearts, but Stephan’s story goe…

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Free Windows 10 ESU Offer! Known OneDrive Issues! Changes for Windows 365! 21:59

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I cover another issue related to the June Windows Updates, some known issues facing OneDrive customers, announcements from Cisco Live 2025 and HPE Discover plus more!Reference Links:https://www.rorymon.com/blog/free-windows-10-esu-offer-known-onedrive-issues-changes-for-windows-365/By Rory Monaghan

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Building a Life Abroad, Culture Shock, and Big Leaps with Traveling Jackie 1:19:02

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What does it really take to build a life abroad, and what happens when travel pushes you far outside your comfort zone? Jackie Nourse, aka Traveling Jackie, is an adventure travel pro, host of JUMP podcast, tour leader, and storyteller who’s built a life around helping people explore the world boldly and authentically. With over 20 years of travel …

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Top 10 Copenhagen Hidden Gems: Hidden Trolls, Cemetery Hangouts, and the Secret to Danish Happiness with Rikke Bisgaard Svendsen 1:15:59

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What if the best way to explore Copenhagen isn’t in the guidebooks, but in a cemetery, on a bike hunt for trolls, or over a plate of smørrebrød with locals? Rikke Bisgaard-Svensen is the co-founder of Copenhagen Free Walking Tours and a self-described travel addict whose life has revolved around two things: taking off to faraway lands and sharing h…

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From Burnout and $70K in Debt to World Travel with Annette and Daniel Fortner 1:00:43

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Trigger Warning: This episode contains honest discussions about depression and suicidal thoughts. If you or someone you know is struggling, call the Suicide Prevention Hotline (1-800-273-8255). Is debt stopping you from traveling? What if the life you’ve been told to want is actually the thing that’s breaking you? That was the reality for Annette a…

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Top 7 Cities for LGBTQ+ Travelers and Finding Your People Around the World with LGBTQ+ Travel Expert Alicia Valenski 59:07

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What does it really mean to feel seen, safe, and celebrated as an LGBTQ+ traveler? How can understanding other people’s travel experiences help us feel more connected, wherever we go? Alicia Valenski is an American writer, editor, speaker, and author of the groundbreaking new LGBTQ+ travel guide with Lonely Planet that explores 50 of the most queer…

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Microsoft 365 Authentication Issues! Danish Agency to Ditch Office! June Update Issue! 12:28

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On this episode, I provide an update on the recent Windows updates and report of an issue caused by one of the updates. I cover some new enhancements from OpenAI, the culmination of a 4 year study into remote work and more!Reference Links:https://www.rorymon.com/blog/microsoft-365-authentication-issues-danish-agency-to-ditch-office-june-update-issu…

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From China to Canada as a 16 year old immigrant - Jancy Wang 22:21

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In this episode, we’re joined by Jancy Wang, a Chinese immigrant who's been in Canada for about 10 years. Jancy's Canadian journey starts with living with a family in a homestay who, due to her age, are from a completely different culture. These formative years mold her into the person she is now. Tune in to hear about Jancy's University of Waterlo…

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Alcohol-Free Travel (10 Expert Tips) with Margaret Ward 1:12:53

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Have you ever thought about what your travels would look like without alcohol? After eliminating alcohol, Margaret rediscovered her joy for travel, so much so that she started Alcohol-Free Adventure Retreats (AFAR), where she helps women rediscover and challenge themselves by embracing travel without alcohol. In this episode, Margaret shares her 10…

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Apple Announcements from WWDC! Patch Tuesday News! Grim Job Forecast for IT Pros! 23:19

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On this episode, I talk about a worrying job forecast for IT Pros, several consumer side announcements from Apple and Microsoft, Patch Tuesday news and much more!Reference Links:https://www.rorymon.com/blog/apple-announcements-from-wwdc-patch-tuesday-news-grim-job-forecast-for-it-pros/By Rory Monaghan

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Top 10 Iceland Hidden Gems (Highlands, Hot Springs, and Hidden Canyons) + Building a New Life Abroad with Jewells Chambers from All Things Iceland 1:24:35

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What’s it like to trade the hustle of NYC for a slower life in Iceland? And how do you explore its volcanic landscapes without getting stuck in the tourist crowds? Jewells Chambers is the creator and voice behind All Things Iceland, a podcast and YouTube channel that helps people experience Iceland beyond the tourist trail. Originally from New York…

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Maternity in Denmark as an expat, junk food ads on social media banned, and Palestine debate blocked in schools 1:02:49

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Welcome back to another brand new episode of The Danish Connection - this is a special one! Government moves to ban ads for junk food aimed at childrenReported by Melissa As part of Cancer Plan V, Denmark will tighten its Marketing Act to stop influencers and companies from targeting children under 15 with ads for soda, chips, and fast food. Meliss…

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Login VSI Announces an Acquisition! IGEL Announces an Acquisition! New Rules Set for USB-C! 23:44

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On this episode, I talk about another issue caused by the May Windows Updates, some exciting announcements around acquisitions in EUC and much more!Reference Links:https://www.rorymon.com/blog/login-vsi-announces-an-acquisition-igel-announces-an-acquisition-new-rules-set-for-usb-c/By Rory Monaghan

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Traveling the Equator and Polar Circle (Top 5 Countries to Visit) + How Climate Change Impacts Locals with Gunnar Garfors 1:23:51

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What can we actually learn about climate change when we stop reading headlines and start listening to the people living it? Gunnar Garfors is the first person to travel to every country in the world not once, but twice. He’s a Norwegian adventurer, journalist, and author whose latest project took him across the equator, the Arctic Circle, and the A…

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Unconventional Wisdom with Awabeen Danish: Talent Over College Degrees 25:34

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In this episode Awabeen’s Immigrant Project, we’re joined by Awabeen Danish, a recent immigrant to Canada from Pakistan, whose perspective on success defies conventional thinking. Awabeen challenges traditional emphasis on academic degrees, particularly the MBA and instead champions talent, luck, hard work, and emotional intelligence as the real dr…

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Google I/O Announcements! Resume In-App Option Coming! AV in Image Management Tip! 38:55

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On this episode, I cover a lot more AI news (no surprise), an update on the Coinbase breach, a fix for the Bitlocker recovery prompt issue on Windows 10 and more!Reference Links:https://www.rorymon.com/blog/google-i-o-announcements-resume-in-app-option-coming-av-in-image-management-tip/By Rory Monaghan

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How to Be a “Supercommunicator” and Connect with Anyone (At Home or on the Road) with Charles Duhigg + The Best of Baltimore, MD 56:22

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Why do some conversations leave you feeling seen and understood, while others fall flat? Charles Duhigg is a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and bestselling author of The Power of Habit and his latest, Supercommunicators. He's spent years exploring the science of communication to find out what separates those rare, magical conversations from ones…

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New law proposed to limit use of English, a Danish embassy in Tunisia and major justice reforms bring tougher sentences and more reintegration plans 46:49

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The rain is back, and so are we! This week on The Danish Connection: Political push to limit English in Danish institutions Reported by Rachel Are Danes speaking too much English in their daily lives? Two parties are proposing new language laws to restrict English in public spaces and education. While supporters argue it's about protecting Danish i…

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Co-living 101: How to Build Community While Traveling + the Future of Remote Work with Fabio and Juls 1:07:20

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Is co-living the secret sauce to building community and staying inspired on the road? Fabio and Juls are the co-founders of Casa Basilico, a pop-up foodie co-living experience designed for digital nomads who crave meaningful connection, delicious food, and a vibrant sense of community. As full-time travelers and friends-turned-business-partners, th…

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Classical Music in the Wild: 10 Years Connecting People and Nature Through Music and Travel with Hunter Noack 1:25:07

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What happens when you take a grand piano into the wild and let nature lead the performance? Hunter Noack is a classically trained pianist and the founder of IN A LANDSCAPE, a one-of-a-kind outdoor concert series that brings a 9-foot Steinway grand piano into the great outdoors. Instead of setting up traditional speakers at every show, audience memb…

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Microsoft BUILD 2025 Highlights! Update Causing Bitlocker Prompts! OpenAI Announces New Agent! 32:29

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On this episode, I cover some of the fallout from the recent Windows Updates, I get into some highlights from Microsoft BUILD and much more!Reference Links:https://www.rorymon.com/blog/microsoft-build-2025-highlights-update-causing-bitlocker-prompts-openai-announces-new-agent/By Rory Monaghan

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Shred America: 950 Miles from Chicago to NYC by Skateboard with Mike Kosciesza 50:05

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Would you skateboard nearly 1,000 miles across the U.S. with no real plan, just to see what would happen? Mike Kosciesza did just that with three friends and a dream to make a documentary out of it. Back in 2008, these four 20-year-olds set off from Chicago with their skateboards pointed toward New York City. A decade later, that wild ride became S…

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Spectre v2 Raises its Ugly Head Once More! Patch Tuesday News! Microsoft Announces Layoffs! 23:29

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On this episode, I cover the details of the latest Windows Updates for this month's Patch Tuesday, I dive into the latest AI news, an Office bug causing high resource utilization and much more!Reference Links:https://www.rorymon.com/blog/spectre-v2-raises-its-ugly-head-once-more-patch-tuesday-news-microsoft-announces-layoffs/…

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Brilliant Baltimore: Top 7 Hidden Gems (Why You Need to Visit This City) with Brian Oliver 1:03:56

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What makes Baltimore, Maryland, one of the best US cities to visit? Brian Oliver is the founder of BMore See More, a nonprofit organization empowering minority male students in Baltimore City to become local and global leaders through education, mentorship, and travel. A seasoned traveler who’s visited over 60 countries, Brian always finds himself …