Podcasts about Audience

'The Odyssey' is the political movie of the decade. Thoughts? Guest suggestions? Email us at ezrakleinshow@nytimes.com. You can find the transcript and more episodes of “The Ezra Klein Show” at nytimes.com/ezra-klein-podcast. Book recommendations from all our guests are listed at https://www.nytimes.com/article/ezra-klein-show-book-recs.html This column read was produced by Marie Cascione, Claire Gordon and Emma Kehlbeck. Fact-checking by Jack McCordick and Rollin Hu. Our senior engineer is Jeff Geld, with additional mixing by Johnny Simon. Our recording engineer is Johnny Simon. Our executive producer is Claire Gordon. Cinematography by Kyle Kelley. Video editing by Jan Kobal. The show's production team also includes Annie Galvin, Michelle Harris, and Marina King. Original music by Pat McCusker. Audience strategy by Shannon Busta. The director of New York Times Opinion Audio is Annie-Rose Strasser. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here https://www.nytimes.com/activate-access/audio?source=podcatcher. For more podcasts and narrated articles, download The New York Times app at nytimes.com/app. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

For 15 years, the top answer on every survey I've sent my audience has been the same: I need more clients. Typically, 70 to 80% of respondents pick it without a second thought. This time, only 34% did. I read all 58 responses that came in, then got four people on a Zoom call to dig deeper on their answers. What I found surprised me enough that I want to walk you through it today. A good chunk of the people who picked "clients" weren't describing a clients problem at all. They were describing something else, wearing a "more clients" costume. And the word they kept using, unprompted, in nearly every conversation was "pivot." In this episode, I share the framework that came out of those conversations. It encompasses three distinct stages people get stuck at when they're trying to make a real change in their business. I also explain why the help you need looks completely different depending on which one you're in. What You'll Learn Why "I need more clients" dropped from the typical 70% I've seen in the past to just 34% this time around The real problem hiding behind that "more clients" answer for a lot of respondents The three stages of a pivot and how to tell which one you're actually in Why almost nobody named AI as their top problem, even though it showed up everywhere The surprising thing the highest spenders want that the DIY crowd doesn't Why it's so hard to think your way through a pivot effectively, even with AI as a sounding board Key Ideas & Takeaways 1. The "Clients" Answer Is Losing Its Grip. For 15 years, "I need more clients" won every survey I've sent, typically with 70 to 80% of the vote. This time it barely cleared a third, and "what I should offer now" jumped into a close second at 24%. 2. A Lot of "Clients" Answers Were Wearing a Costume. When I read the open-ended responses, a quarter to a third of the people who picked "clients" were actually describing something else: niching paralysis, imposter syndrome, or clients pulling work in-house because they're using AI themselves. The real issue sat one step upstream from the answer they checked. 3. The Real Theme Was "Pivot." Nobody was prompted to use that word. Person after person used it anyway, in the survey and in the follow-up calls. 4. AI Is the Wrapper, Not the Problem. Only 3 out of 58 respondents said learning AI was their top concern. But AI showed up in nearly 4 out of 10 open-ended answers, tangled into everything else people are dealing with. Action Steps Figure out which of the three stages you're actually in right now: deciding, validating, or planning If you're deciding, stop looking for a marketing plan. Look for a person or process that can help you build real conviction If you're validating, pick one person you trust and ask them directly whether they'd pay to have this problem solved If you're planning, write down the exact order of steps you think you need, then get a second set of eyes on it.

In this episode of Software People Stories, I speak with Saraswathi, a marketing leader with over 15 years of cross-industry experience,  about the role of marketing in technology—especially how product marketers translate technical ideas into stories customers can understand and care about. We talk about digital communication, customer empathy, product adoption, AI in marketing, useful metrics, and practical career advice for anyone curious about moving into marketing. It is a thoughtful conversation on bridging products, people, and business impact.Among the highlights from this conversation are:Marketing fundamentals stay consistent, but customer pain points differ across industries.Digital content must be concise, compelling, and quick to capture attention.Audience niches and personalization help messages resonate better.Product marketers act as the bridge between product, UX, sales, and customers.Training works best when broken into short, accessible, in-product learning moments.Email remains effective when segmented and relevant to the audience.AI helps with competitive research, brainstorming, mockups, and faster first drafts.Brand voice can be protected by giving AI clear style guides, examples, and do's and don'ts.Marketing impact should connect to opportunities, conversions, and revenue—not only vanity metrics.Support tickets offer unfiltered customer insight and can shape better messaging and product decisions.Career switchers can use transferable skills and start by getting closer to customers.Planning, yoga, short walks, and pausing before reacting help Saraswathi stay calm and grounded.Saraswathi Shanth Kumar (Sara) is a marketing leader with over 15 years of cross-industry experience translating complex products into compelling market stories. Her career spans advertising, journalism, SaaS, and Big Tech, leading to her current role at an edtech company in the Bay Area. Sara sees product marketing as the critical translator between product and market — and approaches every challenge with a problem-solver's mindset and a startup's appetite for experimentation. Outside of work, you can find her gardening, practicing yoga, and hiking the many trails in the Bay.My LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/saraskumar

The first year of President Trump's second term was a whirlwind of action: on immigration, on trade, on political retribution. But things seem to me to be slowing down quite a bit. Trump is incredibly unpopular, and he's now bogged down in a war with Iran that he doesn't seem capable of ending. He often appears more concerned with his many White House renovations than with whether the Republican Party can hold the House and the Senate in November. So what's going on in this administration? Where is this all going? It's hard to think of a journalist more qualified to answer those questions than Maggie Haberman. As a White House correspondent for The New York Times, she's published some of the hardest-hitting reporting about Trump's second act as president and the group of loyalists that now surrounds him. Haberman, alongside her New York Times colleague Jonathan Swan, just published an extraordinary chronicle of this extraordinary political moment, “Regime Change: Inside the Imperial Presidency of Donald Trump.” In this conversation, we discuss how decisions get made in this White House, what Trump has achieved so far and what's really motivating him as we head toward the midterms. This episode contains strong language. Mentioned: “Maggie Haberman on What an Unleashed Trump Might Do” by The Ezra Klein Show “Trump Says He Decides What ‘America First' Means” by Michael Scherer Book Recommendations: Takeover by Charlie Savage Strangers by Belle Burden I Regret Almost Everything by Keith McNally Thoughts? Guest suggestions? Email us at ezrakleinshow@nytimes.com. You can find the transcript and more episodes of “The Ezra Klein Show” at nytimes.com/ezra-klein-podcast. Book recommendations from all our guests are listed at https://www.nytimes.com/article/ezra-klein-show-book-recs.html This episode of “The Ezra Klein Show” was produced by Jack McCordick. Fact-checking by Michelle Harris, with Mary Marge Locker and Julie Beer. Our senior engineer is Jeff Geld, with additional mixing by Johnny Simon. Our recording engineer is Johnny Simon. Cinematography by Marina King. Video editing by Dani Dillon, Steph Khoury and Jan Kobal. Our executive producer is Claire Gordon. The show's production team also includes Marie Cascione, Annie Galvin, Rollin Hu, Kristin Lin and Emma Kehlbeck. Original music by Pat McCusker. Audience strategy by Shannon Busta. The director of New York Times Opinion Shows is Annie-Rose Strasser. Transcript editing by Kate Wilkinson and Marlaine Glicksman. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here https://www.nytimes.com/activate-access/audio?source=podcatcher. For more podcasts and narrated articles, download The New York Times app at nytimes.com/app. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Let's wrap up our division-by-division previews of NFL training camps by having a look at the teams of the AFC North: Steelers, Ravens, Bengals and Browns. What should you be tracking in August that can affect your ranks? What stories should you let pass on by? We'll discuss. Plus -- we'll give first-blush reactions to the injuries to Ricky Pearsall and Jordan James that have shaken up draft boards, and talk about other training camp news. And I'm looking for *your* help with ideas to bribe the audience! Guest: Matt Harmon of Yahoo! Fantasy and ReceptionPerception.com.   NOTES: Sponsor - Fitbod.me/harris for 25% off your membership for a better kind of personalized fitness training app Sponsor - www.leesa.com code HARRIS for 20% off and an extra $50 discount on a great mattress Sponsor - www.CowboyColostrum.com/harris for 25% off your order of an all-natural supplement that benefits your stomach lining, hair and skin Follow Matt Harmon - @MattHarmon_BYB Follow our show on Bluesky - https://bsky.app/profile/harrisfootball.com Follow on Twitter - @HarrisFootball Watch the YouTube channel - www.youtube.com/harrisfootball Harris Football Yacht Club Dictionary - https://harrisfootball.github.io/dictionary.html Join the Harris Football Subreddit - www.reddit.com/r/HarrisFootball Subscribe To the Yacht Club Premium Podcast - https://harrisfootball.supportingcast.fm/ Order The 2026 Harris Football Player Profile Almanac - https://www.harrisfootball.com/2026-player-profile-almanac   AFC North Players Discussed Today: Jaylen Warren / Rico Dowdle / Kaleb Johnson DK Metcalf / Michael Pittman / Germie Bernard Mark Andrews Ja'Kobi Lane / Elijah Sarratt Adam Randall Chase Brown / Tahj Brooks Quinshon Judkins Shedeur Sanders / Deshaun Watson KC Concepcion / Denzel Boston Jerry Jeudy / Cedric Tillman

Listen to learn how to move an audience with a character who never changes. Do characters need to change for you to have a satisfying story? That's a question we've been asking since, like, episode five of this podcast. And we're finally talking about it! In this continuation of our deep dive into character arcs -- Stu, Chas and Mel break down MOANA, APOLLO 13 and THE DRESSMAKER to work out what carries a story when a character arc doesn't. If your protagonist isn't going to change, the drama has to come from what they do to everyone else. We do manage to figure out some tools that carry a steadfast story: doubt and wobble (a character with no doubt isn't steadfast, they're a psychopath), emotional events between characters, and a distinction borrowed from operant conditioning — additive rewards (you gain something) versus subtractive ones (something is taken away). The subtractive reward is why a happy ending can still feel like loss... and it's the thing we reckon that'll matter most when we get to negative arcs. We also wibble-wobble over WILLOW, TAKEN, FERRIS BUELLER'S DAY OFF, THE MARTIAN, PROJECT HAIL MARY, THE GREY, ALL IS LOST, STAR WARS (as always), GREY GARDENS, PRISCILLA, and how many tampons NASA sent to space. As always: SPOILERS ABOUND and all copyright material used under fair use for educational purposes. LIKE THIS EPISODE? Discuss with our Patrons on Patreon. Watch and comment on YouTube. Send us feedback. Thanks to our Patrons, especially Khrob, Theis, Sandra, Jesse, Randy, Paulo, Thomas, Jennifer, Malay, Alexandre & Natalie and Lily. → Read the transcript for this episode. ——— "If your characters are not going to arc, if they are going to remain steadfast, then creating multiple smaller emotional events is really important to keep the story dynamic." — Mel Killingsworth @ 02:32:01 ——— CHAPTERS 00:00:00 – Cold Open 00:00:18 – What Is a Steadfast Character Arc? 00:04:24 – › Character as habitual action and setting up payoff 00:05:56 – › Operant conditioning and additive versus subtractive rewards 00:09:14 – › Zero-context takeaways on steadfast emotional stakes 00:10:33 – The Questionnaire for Analysing Character Arcs 00:12:18 – MOANA 00:13:31 – › Credits and the hero's journey plot summary 00:16:12 – › The I Want song and being pulled versus pushed 00:20:14 – › Moana's steadfastness causes her own low point 00:22:47 – › Steadfast belief that changes others, not the self 00:25:57 – › Multiple challenge types needed to dramatize resilience 00:27:25 – › Maui's arc contrasted as genuine positive change 00:29:38 – › Skills and rewards versus true character transformation 00:36:22 – › Grandmother and father relationships deepen audience intimacy 00:41:15 – › Disney princess genre expectations for character arcs 00:45:27 – › Tracking when and whether Maui and Moana change 00:48:36 – › The reluctant ally pattern across MOANA, STAR WARS, WILLOW 00:52:10 – › Contrast, theme, and the audience's emotional event 00:53:08 – APOLLO 13 00:55:50 – › Plot summary and the docudrama's technical problem-solving 00:57:38 – › Riveting problem-solving without any character value change 01:00:56 – › Emotional events replace arcs in the Jack and Jim relationship 01:09:12 – › Emotional tension versus arc as a structural framework 01:14:42 – › Disaster movies compared across steadfast and positive arcs 01:16:23 – › Do any characters change their relationship to themselves? 01:20:02 – › Working the steadfast questionnaire against APOLLO 13 01:33:53 – THE DRESSMAKER 01:39:16 – › Debating Tilly's true objective in returning to Dungatar 01:44:51 – › Steadfastness as being the agent of change for others 01:48:37 – › Teddy's death punishes the belief that she isn't cursed 01:52:16 – › Subtractive reward and removal of burdens versus true change 01:57:00 – › GREY GARDENS as a parallel study in steadfast protection 02:02:18 – › Tilly's revenge tactic transforms the town around her 02:11:55 – › Fairy tale logic and heightened melodrama in the film 02:16:29 – › Debating whether Tilly is steadfast or an agent of change 02:20:11 – › Subtractive rewards and how the ending should feel 02:24:23 – › How the story world punishes and rewards transformation 02:27:01 – › Was this steadfast, a positive arc, or both? 02:31:45 – Key Learnings & Wrap Up FILMS MOANA (2016) — (w) Jared Bush, Ron Clements, John Musker, Chris Williams, Don Hall, Pamela Ribon, Aaron Kandell, Jordan Kandell (d) John Musker, Ron Clements THE DRESSMAKER (2015) — (w) Jocelyn Moorhouse, Pj Hogan, Rosalie Ham (d) Jocelyn Moorhouse APOLLO 13 (1995) — (w) William Broyles Jr, Al Reinert, Jeffrey Kluger, Jim Lovell (d) Ron Howard RELATED EPISODES DZ-108: The Emotional Event with Judith Weston DZ-126: Secrets and Clues DZ-128: What even is a Character Arc? ——— More Draft Zero is brought to you by our awesome Patreons. If you enjoy the show, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts, a rating on Spotify, or a review on Podchaser. We are @stuwillis, @mehlsbells and @chasffisher on Twitter. You can find @draft_zero and @_shotzero on Instagram and Twitter. Full show notes at: https://draft-zero.com/2026/dz-129/

On this week's episode of the #NZXT Podcast... we are joined by Driggsy! Vine died. Mixer died. He started over both times and built it back bigger. We get into the craft: how he turned one setup video into an entire channel while he delivers a masterclass on how to get brand deals (and how to avoid burning out!) Follow Driggsy here: hoo.be/driggsy

Building an audience is one thing. Building a community that keeps showing up year after year is something else entirely. Mike Potter has spent two decades growing the For Mac Eyes Only podcast and the last ten years turning those listeners into the thriving community behind MacStock Conference & Expo. In this conversation, he shares the lessons he's learned from creating an event people genuinely want to return to.Mike explains why the best communities are built around shared experiences instead of endless content, how unplanned hallway conversations often become the most valuable part of an event, and why authenticity matters more than chasing someone else's engagement strategy. Whether you're dreaming about hosting your first meetup or creating a stronger connection with your audience online, you'll come away with practical ideas for building something that lasts.Key Points:Start small. Meetups and mastermind groups can grow into thriving communities over time.Design events around connection, not just presentations. The "hallway track" often creates the biggest impact.Give people space between sessions so conversations can happen naturally.Traditions and recurring rituals help transform attendees into returning community members.Partnerships create stronger long-term relationships than traditional sponsorships.Perfection isn't the goal. Great communities remember the experience, not the small things that went wrong.Invite passionate people to share what they care about most instead of assigning topics.Stay true to your own communication style instead of copying someone else's community strategy.Resources:MacStock Conference & Expo: Website | Youtube | MastodonFor Mac Eyes Only: Website | YouTube | MastodonZac Brown: Website | Podcast ----------------------Ecamm - Your go-to solution for crafting outstanding live shows and podcasts. - Get 15% off your first payment with promo code JEFF15CreatorNewsLive.com - Dive into our website for comprehensive episode breakdowns.Youtube.com - Tune in live, chat with us directly, and be part of the conversation. Or, revisit our archive of past broadcasts to stay updated.Facebook - Stream our show live and chat with us in real time. Connect, engage, and be a part of our community.Email - Subscribe and never miss a live show reminder.----------------------JeffSieh.com - Unlock the power of authentic storytelling with me! With over 20 years of marketing experience, I'm here to elevate your brand's narrative in an ever-competitive market. My expertise spans consulting, visual marketing, and producing podcasts and live videos.Additionally, as a seasoned speaker, I'm not just about sharing knowledge--I believe in entertaining audiences and injecting humor into every presentation. I'm available to enlighten and engage audiences at your events, conferences, or institutions. My talks cover a diverse range of subjects, from purposeful repurposing and captivating storytelling to podcast promotion, social media strategies, visual marketing insights, the art of live video, and much more.

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Collective CIO Natalie Silverstein joins Next In Media to explore how creators are evolving into full-fledged media networks and what it takes for brands to scale authentic partnerships in a hyper-fragmented landscape. Natalie, also breaks down real-time crisis agility, strategies for training AI language models on video content, and how to combat the algorithmic reach recession with targeted paid media. Key Highlights

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What is the true nature of time, and how by knowing, this can we work with TIME better? Out side of this 3D reality time works completely differently. Today on Elevate we'll chat about this join us in the live. chat room. More here: https://karenswain.com/elevate-2026/ Send YOUR questions and Topics to discuss to questions@karenswain dot com - or https://karenswain.com/connect/ LIVE Shows Date & Times: Wednesdays - 6 - 7 pm ET - 3 - 4 pm PT USA/CA Thursdays - 8 -9 am AEST Aus winter Appreciate KAren's work Awakening Consciousness? THANK YOU for your Support for the content. Share your appreciation on this link https://www.paypal.me/KArenASwain LINKS; Kristin Mismash Website: https://www.kristinmismash.com/ ATP- Media: https://karenswain.com/listen/ Host: KAren Swain: https://linktr.ee/KArenSwain Facebook Groups https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheInnerSanctumSessions https://www.facebook.com/groups/AwakeningEmpowermentNetwork ELEVATE is a SHOW on UPRN. Live conversations and Q & A with KAren Swain, Kristin Mismash and friends around the awareness shift that is waking our quantum realities. Also conversations on HOT topics in the Spiritual and Consciousness genre. Audience participation appreciated - Please send us your questions. #time #spirit #connection #spiritguides #ascension #consciousness #unity United Public Radio & UFO Paranormal Radio www.uprntalkradio.com

Podcasting expert and entrepreneur Travis Chappell joins Dan Fleyshman on Money Mondays to break down the realities of building and monetizing a successful podcast. Drawing from his experience growing multiple shows, selling a podcast software company, and scaling Travis Makes Money into a daily podcast, Travis shares practical strategies for turning a podcast into a profitable business—even if you don't have thousands of downloads per episode. From sponsorships and affiliate marketing to batching content and maximizing production efficiency, this episode is packed with actionable advice for creators at every stage. On this episode we talk about: How to monetize a podcast with sponsorships, products, and services Why small niche podcasts can outperform larger general-interest shows The pros and cons of Patreon, affiliate marketing, and dynamic ad insertion The power of batching content and building an efficient production system Why publishing more content can dramatically accelerate audience growth and revenue Top 3 Takeaways Your podcast doesn't need massive downloads to generate revenue—serving a niche audience with high-value products or sponsorships can be even more profitable. Building your own products or services around your audience often creates faster and more sustainable income than relying solely on sponsorships or affiliate marketing. Consistency wins. Batch recording, increasing your publishing volume, and building efficient production workflows make it much easier to grow over the long term. Notable Quotes "There are two ways to build a business: start with the product or start with the audience." "The fastest way to double your downloads is to double your release schedule." "Release as much content as you possibly can without sacrificing quality, consistency, or context." Connect with Travis Chappell: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/travischappell/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travischappell/ Other: https://travischappell.com/ A Word from Our Sponsors: - Visit DrinkAG1.com/TMM to get a free AG1 Travel Case with 7 free AG1Travel Packs in your Welcome Kit with your first AG1 subscription order while supplies last.  - Go to Leesa.com for 25% OFF select mattresses (through August 23, 2026) PLUS get an extra $50 off with promo code TMM, exclusive for my listeners  - To learn more about Mode Mobile and its investor community, go to https://invest.modemobile.com/travismakesmoney Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In episode 583 of 'Coffee with Butterscotch,' the brothers are one day out from the How Many Dudes launch and walking through everything still in motion, from wishlist momentum and embargo management to Steam Deck verification and what the algorithm might actually do. They share how they're thinking through best and worst case scenarios, what lessons from Crashlands 2 are shaping their expectations, and how to stay sane when everything is out of your hands.Support How Many Dudes!Official Website: https://www.bscotch.net/games/how-many-dudesTrailer Teaser: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IgQM1SceEpISteam Wishlist: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3934270/How_Many_Dudes00:00 Cold Open00:29 Introduction and Welcome01:57 Pre-launch preparations and expectations03:58 Tracking wishlists and launch momentum06:01 Understanding platform algorithms and visibility08:14 Managing embargoes and influencer coverage10:09 Dealing with embargo breaks and public reactions12:02 Impact of demo updates and new content15:06 Community feedback and stereotypes in game content18:56 Post-launch content and ongoing engagement20:50 Leveraging short-form videos and social media24:03 Viral content and audience engagement30:02 Platform feature opportunities and challenges33:02 Lessons learned and final advice for indie devs41:44 Initial challenges with verification and wishlists45:27 Audience demographics and regional differences48:18 Comparing launch metrics: Crashlands 2 vs. How Many Dudes?51:52 Managing launch day activities and team coordination55:14 Handling community feedback and negative comments01:00:17 Setting expectations and scenario planning for launch01:07:09 Post-launch analysis and adjusting expectationsTo stay up to date with all of our buttery goodness subscribe to the podcast on Apple podcasts (apple.co/1LxNEnk) or wherever you get your audio goodness. If you want to get more involved in the Butterscotch community, hop into our DISCORD server at discord.gg/bscotch and say hello! Submit questions at https://www.bscotch.net/podcast, disclose all of your secrets to podcast@bscotch.net, and send letters, gifts, and tasty treats to https://bit.ly/bscotchmailbox. We also built Ludokit, a tool for managing store pages, promo art, localization, achievements, credits, fonts, change logs, and more. Check it out at https://ludokit.com!Finally, if you'd like to support the show and buy some coffee FOR Butterscotch, head over to https://moneygrab.bscotch.net. ★ Support this podcast ★

What is the true nature of time, and how by knowing, this can we work with TIME better? Out side of this 3D reality time works completely differently. Today on Elevate we'll chat about this join us in the live chat room. More here: https://karenswain.com/elevate-2026/ Send YOUR questions and Topics to discuss to questions@karenswain dot com - or https://karenswain.com/connect/ LIVE Shows Date & Times: Wednesdays - 6 - 7 pm ET - 3 - 4 pm PT USA/CA Thursdays - 8 -9 am AEST Aus winter Appreciate KAren's work Awakening Consciousness? THANK YOU for your Support for the content. Share your appreciation on this link https://www.paypal.me/KArenASwain LINKS; Kristin Mismash Website: https://www.kristinmismash.com/ ATP- Media: https://karenswain.com/listen/ Host: KAren Swain: https://linktr.ee/KArenSwain Facebook Groups https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheInnerSanctumSessions https://www.facebook.com/groups/AwakeningEmpowermentNetwork ELEVATE is a SHOW on UPRN. Live conversations and Q & A with KAren Swain, Kristin Mismash and friends around the awareness shift that is waking our quantum realities. Also conversations on HOT topics in the Spiritual and Consciousness genre. Audience participation appreciated - Please send us your questions. #spirit #connection #spiritguides #ascension #consciousness #unity

President Trump is very unpopular right now. But polls show the Democratic Party is just as unpopular – if not more so. So what can the party do about it?  But to answer that question, you first have to understand what the Democratic Party is. That is, mechanically, what is it? What powers does it have? When you call the Democratic Party, who picks up the phone? And how can that party, the official party, be reinvented for this era? Ben Wikler has a unique perspective on this question. He transformed the Democratic Party of Wisconsin into a fund-raising, door-knocking powerhouse when he served as chair from 2019 to 2025. And he's shared some of his insights from winning elections in a swing state in his new book, “This Is The Plan: How to End America's Meltdown and Save Democracy.” In this conversation, we discuss Wikler's vision for a reinvigorated party, as well as the kinds of changes he thinks Democrats need to embrace if they want to build a bigger tent and a national majority.  Mentioned: “This Is How Democrats Win in Wisconsin” with Ben Wikler on The Ezra Klein Show “GOP midterm strategy: Make it a ‘hate election'” by Marc Caputo Book Recommendations: Master of the Senate by Robert A. Caro Seeing Like a State by James C. Scott Sal & Gabi Break the Universe by Carlos Hernandez Thoughts? Guest suggestions? Email us at ezrakleinshow@nytimes.com. You can find the transcript and more episodes of “The Ezra Klein Show” at nytimes.com/ezra-klein-podcast. Book recommendations from all our guests are listed at https://www.nytimes.com/article/ezra-klein-show-book-recs.html This episode of “The Ezra Klein Show” was produced by Rollin Hu. Fact-checking by Michelle Harris, with Julie Beer. Our senior engineer is Jeff Geld, with additional mixing by Johnny Simon. Our recording engineer is Johnny Simon. Cinematography by Kyle Kelley. Video editing by Steph Khoury and Arpita Aneja. Our executive producer is Claire Gordon. The show's production team also includes Marie Cascione, Annie Galvin, Kristin Lin, Emma Kehlbeck, Jack McCordick, Marina King and Jan Kobal. Original music by Pat McCusker. Audience strategy by Shannon Busta. The director of New York Times Opinion Shows is Annie-Rose Strasser. Transcript editing by Sarah Murphy and Marlaine Glicksman. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here https://www.nytimes.com/activate-access/audio?source=podcatcher. For more podcasts and narrated articles, download The New York Times app at nytimes.com/app. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What if building an audience isn't about finding more people?What if it's about becoming more findable to the people who are already looking for exactly what you have to offer?In this episode of the Be Fabbo Podcast, Bobbi challenges one of the biggest myths in entrepreneurship: that audience growth comes from reaching everyone.Instead, she shares why specificity creates recognition, recognition creates sharing, and the businesses that last are built by helping the right people recognize themselves in your work.Drawing from forty years behind the camera and the lessons she's carried into Building What Matters Most, the conversation experience powered by the Motivated To Be FABBO™ Framework, Bobbi explores why broad appeal creates noise, while genuine resonance creates community.Because your job isn't to find your audience.Your job is to be findable.In this episode, you'll discover:• Why specificity creates stronger connection than broad appeal• The difference between an audience and a community• Why the right people are already looking for your work• How becoming more findable changes the way you create contentBecause you don't build an audience by speaking to everyone.You build it by becoming unmistakably recognizable to the people you're here to serve.Let's keep the FABBO convo going, send me a text!Support the showThank you for being a FABBO listener and supporting the Be Fabbo Podcast

Many indie games struggle not because they're poorly made, but because they were built without a clear audience in mind. In this episode, we explore why identifying your target players before writing a single line of code shapes better design decisions, tighter production scope, and stronger market positioning while sharing practical ways to validate your audience before investing years into development. Episode Shownotes Link: https://rengenmarketing.com/464

Gaius and Germanicus: Gaius recounts the tragic tale of the elephants in 55 BCE, who were lured from North Africawith promises of safety only to be slaughtered in Pompey's arena. The elephants' pathetic pleas moved the Romanaudience to tears, and Gaius notes that Pompey was later "cursed," meeting his end by decapitation in Egypt. Germanicus explains that while gladiatorial combat was a sacred Roman martial ethos used to relive military glory, the empire eventually shifted toward a Greek-Christian vision. This new era, centered in the East, rejected the "primitive tribal vision" of the arena in favor of piety and universal equality. Under Christianity, slavery began to die out in the Eastern Empire. The hosts conclude by preparing to meet a delegation of retired gladiators—men who survived the arena to become free citizens. (3)

What if one book could change the way you tell stories, connect with your audience, or even see your own podcast? In this episode of the School of Podcasting, I asked a simple question: “If you found out someone was a content creator, what book would you recommend?” — and the responses were pure gold.You'll hear from working podcasters, educators, business owners, and storytellers sharing the books that sharpened their craft, grew their communities, and kept them going when numbers and algorithms tried to wear them down. Along the way, I share my own must‑reads and pay tribute to a podcasting legend whose work shaped an entire generation of creators. If you're ready to level up your show — not with more gear, but with better thinking, storytelling, and heart — this is the episode you'll want to queue up next.ParticipantsKim NewloveThe Pharmacist Voice PodcastThe Perrysburg PodcastRalph Estep Jr.The Content Creators Accountanthttps://ralphestepjr.comChris NessiHouse of EdTechMark LawleyPractical Prepping PodcastNancy May (with co‑host Sylvia France)Family Tree Food Stories PodcastDave CohenThe Shakespeare MindsetTom HaleyBluegrass Region Voices and ViewsBooks MentionedFind Your Red Thread: Make Your Big Ideas - Tamsen WebsterThe Audience Is Listening: A Little Guide to Building a Big Podcast – Tom WebsterHow to Win Friends and Influence People - Dale CarnegieSacred Cows Make the Best Burgers – Robert J. Kriegel, David Brandt12 and a Half: Leveraging the Emotional Ingredients Necessary for Business Success – Gary VaynerchukAcres of Diamonds – Jentezen FranklinHello, My Name Is Awesome: How to Create Brand Names That Stick – Alexandra WatkinsInto the Woods: A Five-Act Journey Into Story – John YorkeBuild a Strong Podcast: From Creation to Captivated Audience – Jennifer LongworthMake Noise: A Creator's Guide to Podcasting and Great Audio Storytelling – Eric NuzumStoryworthy: Engage, Teach, Persuade, and Change Your Life Through the Power of Storytelling – Matthew DicksPlatform: Get Noticed in a Noisy World – A Step-by-Step Guide for Anyone with Something to Say or Sell – Michael HyattBig Podcast: Grow Your Podcast Audience, Build Listener Loyalty, and Get Everybody Talking About Your Show – David HooperSo You Want to Start a Podcast: Finding Your Voice, Telling Your Story, and Building a Community That Will Listen – Kristen MeinzerOut on the Wire: The Storytelling Secrets of the New Masters of Radio – Jessica AbelBeyond Powerful Radio: A Communicator's Guide to the Internet Age – Valerie GellerSecrets of Dynamic Communication: Prepare with Focus, Deliver with Clarity, Speak with Power – Ken DavisSponsor Magnet – Justin MooreProfit from Your Podcast: Turn Your Listeners into a Livelihood – Dave JacksonLooking for more books on podcasting? Check hereIn Honor of John C. DvorakThe Grief Recovery Handbook: The Action Program for Moving Beyond Death, Divorce, and Other Losses (20th Anniversary Expanded Edition) – John W. James, Russell FriedmanJohn was an amazing broadcaster. More thoughts on John's Impact.Mentioned in this episode:Build the Website You Want with PodpagePodpage is flexible. If you want to promote something you can put it in the sidebar, on the front page, or at the bottom of every episode (not to mention the navigation bar, the footer and more). Podpage is designed specifically for podcasts. Quit trying to squeeze your podcast into a website made for a yoga studio. Start your free trial at podpage.com/previewPodpagePodcasting Six WeeksReady to start your podcast? Podcasting in Six Weeks gives aspiring podcasters a proven, step-by-step system to launch with confidence. Stop overthinking and start publishing. Enroll today and your podcast could be live in just six weeks. Classes start August 19thPodcasting in Six WeeksQuestion of the Month: The Smallest Amount of DownloadsWe all want a bigger audience. We all put a lot of work into our shows. With this in mind, what is the smallest amount of downloads you would do the show for? If it drops below a number would you stop, or put effort into finding out why? Does the size of your audience matter? Go to schoolofpodcasting.com/question by August 28th (and don't forget to say a little bit about your show and your website address so I can link to it in the notes)School of PodcastingLive AppearancesI love to meet people when I'm on the road. I'm going to be at Empowered Podcasting Conference in Charlotte NC Podcast Movement in NYC Podindy in Indianapolis In. For more information and links, go to schoolofpodcasting.com/where To have me speak at your event, reach out at schoolofpodcasting.com/contacntWhere Will I Be?

@LotuseatersDotCom and @PhilosophyAcrossTime ’s Stelios Panagiotou discurses his take on Nolan’s Odyssey, as a Greek and as a Philosopher. Follow the fellow: https://x.com/Panagiotou90St https://www.youtube.com/@PhilosophyAcrossTimeSupport this channel:https://www.paypal.me/benjaminboycehttps://cash.app/$benjaminaboycehttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/benjaminaboyce

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Episode 207 is live! Come listen as we tell you about Typeset from D.V.C. and why it might be our new favorite word game. We then tell you about our favorite mechanism combos in games before telling you about our nightmare combos. Be sure to like, share, and subscribe! Game: 14:10 Topic: 22:01 Question: 32:16 Game Mentions: Typeset, Quacks of Quedlinburg, Skull, Rising Sun, I Know You Don't, Game of Thrones: B'Twixt Support: If you would like to help us improve our product, here's where you can do that! www.patreon.com/MalthausGames podpledge.com?p=3D8L1M1V4S7F8... ko-fi.com/malthausgames Sound Attributions: Something Elated by Broke For Free, Downloaded from freemusicarchive.org/music/Bro... Edits: Cut to length and Faded in. Heavy Happy With Drums by Ryan Cullinane, Downloaded from freemusicarchive.org/music/Ryan Cullinane/Heavy Happy With Drums – Beat Driven Productions – Heavy Happy With Drums Edits: Cut to length and faded out. Crowd in a bar (LCR recording) by Leandros.Ntounis, downloaded from freesound.org/people/Leandros... Edits: Cut to length, added vocals and own recorded drink making sounds. Vinyl_record_needle_static_01.wav by joedeshon, downloaded from freesound.org/people/joedesho... Edits: Cut to length, added to music and raised volume level. Hidden Wall Opening by ertfelda, downloaded from freesound.org/people/ertfelda... Edits: Adjust volume and cut to length added jungle sound and voice. Yucatan jungle.mp3 by folkart films, downloaded from freesound.org/people/folkart%... Edits: Adjust volume, cut to length, added door sound and voice. Footsteps, Concretem A.wav by InspectorJ, downloaded from freesound.org/people/Inspecto... Edits: Cut to length, adjusted volume, added jungle sounds and voice. Fantasy Sounds Effects Library, Ambience_Cave_00.wav by LittleRobotSoundFactory, downloaded from freesound.org/people/LittleRo... Edits: Cut to length, faded in, adjusted volume and added footsteps, jungle sounds, stone door, and voice. Game Show Theme Tune by FoolBoyMedia, downloaded from freesound.org/people/FoolBoyM... Edits: Cut to length, added vocals, adjusted volume. Audience, Theatre Applause.wav by makosan, downloaded from freesound.org/people/makosan/... Edits: Added music, added voice, cut to length and adjusted volumemalthousma

Even with the U.S. men's team bowing out early, soccer's momentum in America shows no signs of fading, fueled by surging viewership, soaring club valuations and the addition of international superstars coming to U.S. teams. Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | SpotifyFacebook: @ViewpointsOnlineX: @viewpointsradioInstagram: @viewpointsradioFull ArchiveContact UsAffiliates & National Syndication Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Daily Wire D.C. Bureau Chief Tim Rice sits down with opinion writer Chloe Trapanotto to explore what Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey debate reveals about modern commentary, culture, and the way ideas spread. Chloe breaks down how she researches and develops her arguments, why young writers are increasingly shaping political and cultural conversations, and what it takes to turn complex topics into compelling commentary. From her journey covering Ohio State sports to becoming a Daily Wire opinion writer and social media voice, Chloe shares the challenges of defending unpopular opinions, navigating online criticism, and building arguments grounded in facts, history, and personal experience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The conversation delves into the rise of AI and its impact, highlighting the racial bias in AI and its consequences. It also explores the injustice in the justice system, shedding light on the disparities and challenges faced by individuals. The guests provide valuable insights and perspectives on these critical topics. The conversation delves into the complex interplay between comedy, political correctness, and audience reception. It explores the challenges of navigating the boundaries of humor in a politically charged environment and the impact of audience and context on the acceptability of jokes. The conversation delves into the influence of the President, the cultural disconnect, and the impact of celebrity influence on society. It explores the dynamics of power, perception, and societal values in relation to these themes. The conversation covers the evaluation of artists' best albums, fan judgment of artists, and the NBA playoffs and finals. The discussion delves into the criteria for an artist's best work, the influence of fan perception on an artist's legacy, and the dynamics of the NBA playoffs and finals.TakeawaysAI and its impactRacial bias in AIInjustice in the justice system Navigating the boundaries of comedy and political correctnessThe impact of audience and context on the acceptability of jokes Influence of the PresidentCultural DisconnectCelebrity Influence Albums as Best WorkFan Judgment of ArtistsNBA Playoffs and FinalsChapters00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcoming01:21 The Rise of AI and Its Impact04:05 Racial Bias in AI and Its Consequences05:07 Injustice in the Justice System36:43 Navigating Comedy and Political Correctness53:17 The Influence of Audience and Context56:34 Influence of the President57:26 Cultural Disconnect58:21 Celebrity Influence01:16:02 Albums as Best Work01:16:34 Fan Judgment of Artists01:23:04 NBA Playoffs and Finals

Angel Reese is perceived by the media as being a major star...and potentially the face of the WNBA. But according to social media metrics...Angel Reese fails to make the top-5. We reveal and react to social media data...showing the most valuable teams in the WNBA. We discuss Caitlin Clark ranking number one...with second place being a distant second. We discuss the image problem in the WNBA...and the lack of marketable stars. We explain how optics are damaging the WNBA...and why image and presentation matters. USE PROMO CODE BTL30 TO SAVE 30% WITH FLUFFERNOGGIN: https://fluffernoggin.com

Morris Katz helped orchestrate Zohran Mamdani's historic victory and Graham Platner's ultimately disastrous run for Senate. It's quite a résumé  for a political consultant who is still in his 20s. Platner's implosion could prove particularly costly for Democrats. It may mean the difference between winning and losing a Senate majority. But before the rape accusation that ended his campaign, Platner had come out of nowhere to beat Janet Mills, the sitting governor of Maine, who was Chuck Schumer's hand-picked candidate. The lessons to take from that campaign remain angrily contested.  Katz, a senior adviser to Platner, has been central to many of the most attention-grabbing, populist campaigns in recent years: Besides Mamdani's New York mayoral upset, he worked on John Fetterman's 2022 Senate campaign and Dan Osborn's 2024 independent Senate run in Nebraska. He has figured something out about this political moment. Along the way, he has become a controversial figure himself. So what has he gotten right? And what has he learned from what he's gotten wrong?  This episode contains strong language. Ask Me Anything: We're going to be recording an “Ask Me Anything” episode soon. If you would like to submit a question, email ezrakleinshow@nytimes.com with the subject line “AMA.” Mentioned: “Several Women Who Dated Graham Platner Recall ‘Unsettling' Behavior” by Katie Glueck and Lisa Lerer “How Economic Anxiety Is Driving the Democratic Socialists' Surge” by Emma Goldberg “The search for Carter” by Norman Mailer “The warrior and the priest” by Ronald Brownstein Book Recommendations: Life and Fate by Vasily Grossman The Shame by Makenna Goodman The Fourth Branch by Daniel Squadron Thoughts? Guest suggestions? Email us at ezrakleinshow@nytimes.com. You can find the transcript and more episodes of “The Ezra Klein Show” at nytimes.com/ezra-klein-podcast. Book recommendations from all our guests are listed at https://www.nytimes.com/article/ezra-klein-show-book-recs.html This episode of “The Ezra Klein Show” was produced by Rollin Hu, Annie Galvin and Marie Cascione. Fact-checking by Michelle Harris, with Kate Sinclair, Mary Marge Locker and Julie Beer. Our senior engineer is Jeff Geld, with additional mixing by Johnny Simon and Isaac Jones. Our recording engineer is Johnny Simon. Cinematography by Kyle Kelley. Video editing by Dani Dillon, Julian Hackney and Jan Kobal. Our executive producer is Claire Gordon. The show's production team also includes Kristin Lin, Emma Kehlbeck, Jack McCordick and Marina King. Original music by Pat McCusker. Audience strategy by Shannon Busta. The director of New York Times Opinion Shows is Annie-Rose Strasser. Special thanks to Rebecca Shaid. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here https://www.nytimes.com/activate-access/audio?source=podcatcher. For more podcasts and narrated articles, download The New York Times app at nytimes.com/app. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

I Love Howard SternI'm a huge fan of Howard Stern and have listened to him for decades. About five years ago, he said something that I didn't hear because I became very inconsistent in listening to him when he became very inconsistent in his schedule. His recent contract will have him broadcasting once a week, which, to me, just says, "Why not just retire?" This is how you lose your audience, though.How to Lose Your AudienceI realized that some people like to talk about politics, and that is your choice, but just realize when you do, you're going to lose about 50% of your audience. This wasn't new to Howard. He would voice his opinion and explain who he endorsed for a candidate, etc., but there are politics and then there are far politics. By that, I mean far left and far right. When you go into far left or far right politics, you're going to lose a tremendous amount of your audience.Be a Sore LoserThen, throw on top of it that, when his candidate didn't win, he told his audience something that I still can't believe he said. If you want to lose your audience, follow Howard's strategy here, and you will.Want to GROW Your Audience?If you need help planning, launching, or growing your show, check out the School of Podcasting. If you have a show and you're frustrated by it's lack of growth, check out Fix My Podcast.Takeaways:Podcasting gives us the freedom to say what we want, but watch your back.Consequences are real, and sometimes they hit harder than a bad hangover.Talking politics in your podcast? Yeah, that might just lose half your listeners.Howard Stern's audience dropped because he told Trump voters he hated them. Oops.Staying neutral is key, unless you want to alienate half of your audience.Remember, the Internet never forgets, so think before you hit publish.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy

Thursday, July 23, 2026 The Dominant Duo – Total Dominance Hour -Gideon Hamilton from Grand Casino, Matt Ravis (The Drive) joins with SEC Media Days analysis, SEC with Texas' Arch Manning, Berry's last day in Tampa, asking for the audience or yourself with Dean and more. Follow the Sports Animal on Facebook, Instagram and X PLUS Jim Traber on Instagram, Berry Tramel on X and Dean Blevins on X Follow Tony Z on Instagram and Facebook Listen to past episodes HERE! Follow Total Dominance Podcasts on Apple, Google and SpotifySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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EZ back Tuesday, June 30,2026Segments include:*Breaking news...Famous dude from hit TV show dies.*EZ discusses how when famous people die, and everyone already thought they were dead.*EZ thought John Amos had been dead for quite some time.*Drama at Q 100 today*Local fuck face said he was going to blow up the Trump rally in EZ's neck of the woods.*Super busy day for EZ today.*Pooh Bear makes a quick audio appearance.*Audience members come up with some solid suggestions to help the timing of the show.*Degenerate gambler's absurd lawsuit.*Pooh Bear has had it with gaining weight.*EZ wedding drama.*Union boss speaks on behalf of his poor Longshoremen, only to go home to his multi-million dollar mansion.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Cadent President Doug Rozen unpacks the hidden organizational silos and ad frequency nightmares plaguing modern video advertising at Cannes. Discover why shifting from audience persistence to contextual TV and total video planning is the ultimate fix for bruised brand performance. Key Highlights

A spirited panel debates whether AI companies should surrender part of their ownership to a public wealth fund. The conversation examines distrust of AI, job displacement, data-center energy and water use, income versus wealth taxation, billionaire resentment, corporate political influence, and the dangers of government owning stakes in companies it also regulates. Panel members include: Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Web Bixby and Jeff Gamet.  This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices Magazine, our free magazine on Flipboard. Updated daily with the best articles on the web to help you do more with your Apple gear and adjacent tech, access MacVoices Magazine content on Flipboard, on the web, or in your favorite RSS reader. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Who Should Profit From the AI Revolution? 00:33 Should AI Companies Give Stock to the Public? 01:19 Public Resentment and Negative Sentiment Toward AI 02:16 Polling, Popular Ideas, and Practical Reality 03:14 AI Job Losses and Worker Retraining 03:53 Media Coverage, Doom Stories, and Clickbait 04:17 Data Centers, Energy Consumption, and Water Resources 05:04 Tax Reform and Perceptions of Unfairness 06:53 Income Taxes, Wealth Taxes, and Billionaires 10:25 Taxing Assets and Borrowing Against Wealth 12:08 Political Support for an AI Wealth Fund 14:00 The Risks of Government Ownership 16:17 Government Investment and Corporate Influence 17:19 Closing Thoughts and Panel Introductions 18:21 Merchandise, Podcasts, and Online Projects 23:13 Campaign Jokes and Panelist Connections 27:19 Virtual Backgrounds and Creative Experiments 30:20 Chat-Room Humor and Macstock Memories 32:35 Thanks to the Audience and Closing Remarks Links:   Should AI companies be ‘forced' to give half their stock to the public? Most Americans say yes https://www.fastcompany.com/91572561/ai-companies-forced-to-share-their-stock-with-public-poll Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon      http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web:      http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner      http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon:      https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn:      https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram:      https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe:      Audio in iTunes      Video in iTunes      Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss      Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

On parle rarement de notre rapport à l'argent, de notre rapport à l'investissement, ou au prix.Et c'est bien dommage parce que ça a un impact direct sur la façon dont on gère le budget de notre entreprise.Avec cet épisode, je vous propose qu'on mette cartes sur table, et qu'on se pose la question de notre rapport à l'argent et de l'impact que ça a sur notre stratégie.Et pour faire ça, j'ai le plaisir de recevoir une experte en money mindset Delphine Barré.Je vous invite à passer le test pour savoir quel est votre archétype financier

A spirited panel debates whether AI companies should surrender part of their ownership to a public wealth fund. The conversation examines distrust of AI, job displacement, data-center energy and water use, income versus wealth taxation, billionaire resentment, corporate political influence, and the dangers of government owning stakes in companies it also regulates. Panel members include: Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Web Bixby and Jeff Gamet.  This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices Magazine, our free magazine on Flipboard. Updated daily with the best articles on the web to help you do more with your Apple gear and adjacent tech, access MacVoices Magazine content on Flipboard, on the web, or in your favorite RSS reader. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Who Should Profit From the AI Revolution? 00:33 Should AI Companies Give Stock to the Public? 01:19 Public Resentment and Negative Sentiment Toward AI 02:16 Polling, Popular Ideas, and Practical Reality 03:14 AI Job Losses and Worker Retraining 03:53 Media Coverage, Doom Stories, and Clickbait 04:17 Data Centers, Energy Consumption, and Water Resources 05:04 Tax Reform and Perceptions of Unfairness 06:53 Income Taxes, Wealth Taxes, and Billionaires 10:25 Taxing Assets and Borrowing Against Wealth 12:08 Political Support for an AI Wealth Fund 14:00 The Risks of Government Ownership 16:17 Government Investment and Corporate Influence 17:19 Closing Thoughts and Panel Introductions 18:21 Merchandise, Podcasts, and Online Projects 23:13 Campaign Jokes and Panelist Connections 27:19 Virtual Backgrounds and Creative Experiments 30:20 Chat-Room Humor and Macstock Memories 32:35 Thanks to the Audience and Closing Remarks Links:   Should AI companies be 'forced' to give half their stock to the public? Most Americans say yes https://www.fastcompany.com/91572561/ai-companies-forced-to-share-their-stock-with-public-poll Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon      http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect:      Web:      http://macvoices.com      Twitter:      http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner      http://www.twitter.com/macvoices      Mastodon:      https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner      Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner      MacVoices Page on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/      MacVoices Group on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice      LinkedIn:      https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/      Instagram:      https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe:      Audio in iTunes      Video in iTunes      Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher:      Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss      Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

We're officially in the final stretch before baby #3! In this end-of-pregnancy Q&A, we're answering your questions about third trimester life --> from shaving while nine months pregnant to nesting, preschool emotions, and how we're preparing for the transition from two kids to three. Our Place: Upgrade your kitchen with Our Place at https://fromourplace.com/UNPLANNED and use code UNPLANNED for 10% off sitewide with a 100-day risk-free trial. Unreal Snacks: Visit https://unrealsnacks.com/UNPLANNED to get $4 off a bag of Unreal. Terms and conditions apply. BetterHelp: Don't let stigma stand in the way of support. Start therapy with BetterHelp and get 10% off at https://betterhelp.com/UNPLANNEDPODCAST. #ad Nutrafol: Get $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping at https://nutrafol.com with promo code UNPLANNEDPOD. Follow The Unplanned Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/unplanned__podcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@unplanned_podcast Listen to the pod on Spotify/ Apple Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ToDA4ufQuWuEgMq07zN6t https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-unplanned-podcast/id1669604504 Follow Matt & Abby: Abby's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/abbyelizabethoward/ Matt's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/_matt_howard_/ TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@matt_and_abby Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/mattandabb YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@MattandAbby 09:00 - Launching my own makeup company 23:09 - Hiring a doula 26:27 - Maternity leave 29:24 - Transition from 2 to 3 35:55 - Mom car 38:46 - Nesting 45:26 - Neighbors calling the cops on us 48:09 - Audience questions 50:49 - Living in Arizona 52:21 - Where have you lived the longest 55:55 - Dad bod 56:51 - Would you move back to Missouri 58:40 - Weekly date nights 01:01:59 - Preparing for baby #3 01:03:18 - Potty training 01:07:19 - Matt's trip to Turkey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Freedom Live is a 3-day in-person experience in Austin built to help you break the patterns that have been quietly running your results. December 3-5, 2026! Claim your seat: https://freedomlive2026.com/ Feeling stuck? It's time to take back control. If you're ready to master your mind and create real, lasting change, click the link below and start transforming your life today.

In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn: o Why Paul Harvey remains one of the most effective communicators in broadcasting history. o How curiosity can become one of your most powerful communication tools. o Why great storytellers don't always reveal the topic right away. o How mystery can be used to hook an audience and hold their attention. o The role strategic pauses play in effective communication. o How delivery cadence influences audience engagement. o Why virtual audiences require stronger hooks than ever before. o A three-step process for constructing stories that build anticipation. o How to guide listeners through a narrative without giving away the ending. o Practical techniques you can use immediately in presentations, meetings, webinars, and conversations.   To learn more about Rob and his work, visit www.Jolles.com

Sam Neill chimes in today on ELEVATE and we discuss the roles we play on earth as we live out our lives.. More here: https://karenswain.com/elevate-2026/ Send YOUR questions and topics to discuss to questions @ karenswain dot com - or https://karenswain.com/connect/ LIVE Shows Date & Times: Wednesdays - 6 - 7 pm ET - 3 - 4 pm PT USA/CA Thursdays - 8 -9 am AEST Aus winter Appreciate KAren's work Awakening Consciousness? THANK YOU for your Support for the content. Share your appreciation on this link https://www.paypal.me/KArenASwain LINKS; Kristin Mismash Website: https://www.kristinmismash.com/ ATP- Media: https://karenswain.com/listen/ Host: KAren Swain: https://linktr.ee/KArenSwain Facebook Groups https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheInnerSanctumSessions https://www.facebook.com/groups/AwakeningEmpowermentNetwork ELEVATE is a SHOW on UPRN. Live conversations and Q & A with KAren Swain, Kristin Mismash and friends around the awareness shift that is waking our quantum realities. Also conversations on HOT topics in the Spiritual and Consciousness genre. Audience participation appreciated - Please send us your questions. #roles #spirit #connection #spiritguides #ascension #consciousness #unity

How Brian Eno expanded the possibilities of what music and sound can be. Eno is a trailblazing musician and producer who's worked on seminal records by U2, David Bowie, the Talking Heads and Coldplay, among others. But Eno isn't just a great collaborator with other artists; he's also a great collaborator with machines. Long before we started worrying about A.I. replacing human creativity, Eno was tinkering with generative systems to pioneer ambient music – a genre that has deeply influenced how we listen to music today. We recorded this conversation in 2025, and it's one of my favorite recent episodes of the show. So I wanted to resurface it this summer for anyone who may have missed it the first time. This episode contains strong language. Mentioned: What Art Does by Brian Eno and Bette Adriaanse East West Street by Philippe Sands Silence by John Cage Book Recommendations: Printing and the Mind of Man edited by John Carter and Percy H. Muir A Pattern Language by Christopher Alexander Naples '44 by Norman Lewis Music Recommendations: The Rural Blues “The Velvet Underground” by the Velvet Underground The Consolers Thoughts? Guest suggestions? Email us at ezrakleinshow@nytimes.com. You can find transcripts (posted midday) and more episodes of “The Ezra Klein Show” at nytimes.com/ezra-klein-podcast, and you can find Ezra on Twitter @ezraklein. Book recommendations from all our guests are listed at https://www.nytimes.com/article/ezra-klein-show-book-recs. This episode of “The Ezra Klein Show” was produced by Annie Galvin. Fact-checking by Mary Marge Locker, Kate Sinclair and Michelle Harris. Our senior engineer is Jeff Geld, with additional mixing by Aman Sahota. Our executive producer is Claire Gordon. The show's production team also includes Marie Cascione, Rollin Hu, Kristin Lin, Jack McCordick, Marina King and Jan Kobal. Original music by Aman Sahota and Pat McCusker. Audience strategy by Kristina Samulewski and Shannon Busta. Transcript editing by Sarah Murphy. The director of New York Times Opinion Audio is Annie-Rose Strasser. And special thanks to Alyssa Jane Moxley, Sophie Abramowitz, Geeta Dayal, Jack Hamilton and Victor Szabo. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here https://www.nytimes.com/activate-access/audio?source=podcatcher. For more podcasts and narrated articles, download The New York Times app at nytimes.com/app. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

For simple, actionable tips to grow your business, subscribe to The FoundHer Files Steph Weibring's Etsy shop made $8,000 in a year. Then she made $8,000 in a single November. The move behind the jump is one of the fastest lessons in growing an audience you will hear this year, and she pulled off the shift without a big following of her own.On this episode of Dear FoundHer, the show for women business owners over 40, host Lindsay Pinchuk sits down with Steph Weibring, founder and CEO of Joy Creative Shop. Steph turned a 20-cent Etsy listing into a multimillion-dollar stationery brand while raising three kids. She explains how partnership marketing sparked the jump and what it took to scale the business past seven figures.Steph also shares the chaotic weekend behind her signature bag of tags, and why the design makes her products harder to knock off. Copycat versions of her products show up on Etsy and TikTok. Her response will change how you think about competitors.You will also hear why a handwritten note is the fastest way to stand out when anyone is able to send an AI written thank you, and how Steph turned an old habit into a new subscription business.For founders over 40 who dread showing up on camera, Steph gets honest about her personal brand and the social media strategy she resisted for years. She now runs her company as a “lowercase ceo”, a title she made up to strip the intimidation out of leadership.Steph also offers three steps for any woman starting a business this year.Growing an audience starts with borrowing one. Press play and hear the story behind the November her whole business changed.Episode Breakdown:00:00 Meet Steph Weibring, Founder of Joy Creative Shop02:55 From College Uncertainty to a 20 Cent Etsy Listing05:45 From $8,000 a Year to $8,000 in One November08:14 Self-Belief and the Turning Point Toward Scaling a Business09:44 What Joy Creative Shop Sells Today12:45 Making Handwritten Notes Feel Modern Again15:38 Listening to Customers to Solve Real Problems19:18 Handling Copycats Without Losing Focus23:32 Building a Brand Rooted in Gratitude25:15 Growing an Audience Through Influencer and Partnership Marketing29:04 Personal Brand and Standing Out as a Real Person31:33 Teaching Kids Entrepreneurship Through Side Businesses33:26 Inside the Joy Creative Shop Team34:41 Launching "A Different Kind of CEO"36:55 Three Actionable Steps for New Women Business OwnersConnect with Steph Weibring:Follow Joy Creative Shop on InstagramFollow Steph on InstagramJoin the Dear FoundHer... Forum https://www.dearfoundher.com/dear-foundher-forumFollow Dear FoundHer on Instagram Podcast production and show notes provided by HiveCast.fm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spotify is shifting from a traditional audio platform into a powerful multi-format ad engine driven by advanced data targeting and transparent, value-exchange sponsorship models. Through innovative automated tools and natural language API plugins, the streaming giant is eliminating traditional production barriers so brands of all sizes can easily deploy high-ROAS campaign creative. Key Highlights

"And honestly..." "The truth is..." You've seen these phrases everywhere, and they're a dead giveaway of AI-generated content. In this episode, we're talking about why AI can be genuinely useful in fields like medicine, but feels hollow and obvious on social media. We break down the 2026 social trends report, the stats on AI distrust, and why brands that lean into real human storytelling are the ones actually building loyalty. If you've been wondering whether to let AI write your captions, this episode is your answer.Work with me: www. the-spacesocial.com

AI didn't just speed up content creation, it exposed how much of the internet sounds the same. When everyone can publish faster, the real question becomes: how do you stay recognizable, build trust, and grow an organic audience without spending your whole day feeding the algorithm?We talk with visibility mentor and full-time podcaster Sharday Rayelle about what's actually changing in audience growth right now: higher skepticism, lower attention, and a stronger need for real connection. From using your literal voice to keep your tone human, to leaving in the small “imperfections” that prove you're not a bot, we dig into what makes people feel safe enough to stick around. Then we break down three strategies that compound over time: committing to long form content that builds bingeable trust, creating searchable assets that work with Google and AI discovery, and tapping borrowed audiences through collaborations and podcast guesting.We also get tactical about what separates traffic from the right traffic. Sharday shares a clear example of a viral YouTube win that produced zero sales, and how search intent and specificity fix that problem. From repurposing one core piece into a blog post, email, and short clips, to building a true content ecosystem that warms “tundra cold” leads over months, you'll leave with a simple plan you can run without burning out.If you want smarter organic marketing, better SEO-driven visibility, and content that sounds like you, press play. Be sure to grab the FREE Secrets to Standing Out Online Private PodcasRead more here!If you want deeper coaching, more transparency, and the episodes that actually help you make decisions faster in your business, then subscribe to Unhinged.Support the show

In Episode 186 of the Best Coach Ever podcast, we're kicking off the Six Figure Summer Business School with one of the biggest differentiators in today's online coaching space: building a brand people genuinely care about. Because here's the truth—being the smartest coach isn't what creates demand anymore.We're diving into why audiences become emotionally attached to certain creators, the five biggest reasons coaches struggle to stand out online, and how to shift from being simply "helpful" to becoming the obvious choice. From showing more personality to sharing stronger opinions and creating emotional connection, this episode is all about building a brand people don't just follow—they actively root for.If you've ever felt like you're constantly chasing leads, struggling to convert followers into clients, or wondering why your audience isn't buying despite posting "valuable" content, this episode will completely change how you think about personal branding.If you love this episode, don't forget to leave a 5-star rating and a quick review. It's the best way to support the podcast and help us keep bringing you real, honest conversations.In this episode, we cover:1) Why Some Coaches Create Demand (And Others Don't) [0:00 - 7:18]-Why emotional attachment—not expertise—is what drives sales today.-The four levels of audience connection, from recognition to true brand loyalty.2) Stop Trying to Be the Smartest Coach Online [7:19 - 13:34]-Why educational-only content creates followers, but not devoted buyers.-How overemphasizing tips and teaching prevents real connection.3) The Missing Ingredient: Emotional Connection [13:35 - 20:10]-Why vulnerability and emotionally resonant content are more memorable than information.-How sharing personal experiences builds trust and long-term attachment.4) Personality Is Your Competitive Advantage [20:11 - 26:18]-Why filtering your personality makes your brand forgettable.-How showing your authentic quirks attracts the right people while naturally repelling the wrong ones.5) Why Strong Opinions Build Strong Brands [26:19 - 32:17]-The power of sharing values, beliefs, and even "shared enemies."-How polarizing viewpoints create deeper audience loyalty and differentiation.6) Your Perspective Matters More Than Your Niche [32:18 - 36:28]-Why your worldview is what truly separates you from competitors.-How leading with your unique lens creates a brand people can't easily replace.7) Building Attachment Instead of Just Being Relatable [36:29 - End]-The difference between being relatable and becoming someone's obvious choice.-Why intentional brand attachment leads to easier selling, stronger leads, and more loyal clients.Connect with Lynette:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lynettemariehFitness Coaching Business Accelerator: https://fcbaprogram.comThe Wellness CEO Mastermind: https://wcmprogram.com

Episode 543 lands on National Fortune Cookie Day, and guest co-host Freddy Vinehill-Cliffe of NUGEN Audio opens by demystifying how your masters actually translate across streaming. You learn that MasterCheck lets you audition one master against every platform before release day blindsides you, because you should still submit a single master everywhere, not a separate file per service. From there you dig into possible reasons why Spotify felt so flat for so long, the crucial difference between data compression and dynamic compression as a way to tame your audio, and how compression ratios shape the result. Then Freddy flips to the gigging life: guitar and vocals in Thank, bass in the gleefully unappealing Solderer, touring Europe and the UK on DIY tours he’s been booking since 2014. You’ll chew on his theory that drummers can fake their way through a set more easily than anyone else, the cover-band mentality (Tommy Igoe’s gospel: he’ll teach you to play other people’s music, not your originals), and playing for the nerds who clock every groove (like the white-knuckle eleven-beat break in Steely Dan’s Josie). The throughline is reading the room, even when it’s the wrong room: sometimes the crowd’s on mushrooms, sometimes you just throw them a party regardless, and either way you Always Be Performing. 00:00:00 Gig Gab 543 – Monday, July 20th, 2026 July 20th: National Fortune Cookie Day Guest co-host: Freddy Vinehill-Cliffe of NUGEN Audio 00:01:56 NUGEN's MasterCheck plugin Still submit one master to all platforms, but MasterCheck helps you ensure that your one master sounds good everywhere 00:05:04 Why did Spotify sound so flat for so long? Spotify is normalized to -14 LUFS 00:07:24 Data compression vs. Dynamic compression Dynamic compression is a way of taming the audio Auphonic Waves NS1 00:15:14 Compression Ratios 00:18:44 SPONSOR: Claude.ai – Ready to tackle bigger problems? Sign up for Claude today, which includes access to Claude Cowork, too, when you visit https://Claude.ai/giggab 00:20:17 Freddy, the gigging musicians Guitarist and vocalist in a band called, Thank Plays Bass in Solderer, deliberately unappealing Touring regularly throughout Europe & UK 00:24:17 DIY Booking of Tours Freddy has been booking DIY tours since 2014 00:27:45 Dave's gigging schedule 00:31:15 Freddy's theory about drummers Drummers can fake it more easily! 00:36:30 Wedding bands … that aren't wedding bands 00:37:31 Cover band mentality Tommy Igoe: I'm not going to teach you how to play in your original band, I'm going to teach you how to play other people's thing Playing for nerds The 11-beat break in Josie 00:47:35 Unexpected grooves and parts 00:50:52 Realizing the audience is the wrong audience Mushrooms help the audience! 00:59:44 Special offer from NUGEN – 30% off of a bunch of plugins for the next few weeks! Stereoizer Stereoplacer Monofilter Paragon ST 01:06:43 Gig Gab 543 Outtro Follow NUGEN @nugenaudio Follow Freddy Vinehill-Cliffe: @loudnesswardraftdodger @fsvc____ @thankleeds Contact Gig Gab! @GigGabPodcast on Instagram feedback@giggabpodcast.com Sign Up for the Gig Gab Mailing List The post The Wrong Audience Is Still an Audience: Freddy Vinehill-Cliffe on the Gigging Life – Gig Gab 543 appeared first on Gig Gab.

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You can't understand China today without understanding its president, Xi Jinping. Since coming to power in 2012, Xi has doubled down on communist ideology and significantly consolidated his own power while transforming China into an industrial juggernaut unrivaled in the world. And Xi's ambitions for China go far beyond that. So what does Xi want for China in the coming years? And how should the United States respond? Kevin Rudd has a unique perspective on these questions. He first met Xi in the 1980s, when Rudd was a China analyst in Australia's foreign service and Xi was a local party official. Decades later, when Rudd was the prime minister of Australia and Xi was China's vice president, the two men got to know each other better. And after leaving office, Rudd decided to really try to understand Xi; his latest book, “On Xi Jinping: How Xi's Marxist Nationalism Is Shaping China and the World,” is built off the doctorate he pursued at Oxford after his time as prime minister. Rudd recently finished a stint as Australia's ambassador to the United States and is now the global president and chief executive of the Asia Society. In this conversation, Rudd explains Xi's ideology and the forces that shaped it, his ambitions for China and strategy for achieving them, and what Xi thinks of the United States and Trump. Mentioned: On Xi Jinping by Kevin Rudd The Avoidable War by Kevin Rudd Book Recommendations The Party's Interests Come First by Joseph Torigian The Souls of China by Ian Johnson Magnifica Humanitas by Pope Leo XIV Thoughts? Guest suggestions? Email us at ezrakleinshow@nytimes.com. You can find the transcript and more episodes of “The Ezra Klein Show” at nytimes.com/ezra-klein-podcast. Book recommendations from all our guests are listed at https://www.nytimes.com/article/ezra-klein-show-book-recs.html This episode of “The Ezra Klein Show” was produced by Rollin Hu. Fact-checking by Michelle Harris, with Kate Sinclair and Mary Marge Locker. Our senior engineer is Jeff Geld, with additional mixing by Johnny Simon. Our recording engineer is Johnny Simon. Cinematography by Marina King. Video editing by Steph Khoury, Dani Dillon and Kristen Williamson. Our executive producer is Claire Gordon. The show's production team also includes Marie Cascione, Annie Galvin, Kristin Lin, Emma Kehlbeck and Jack McCordick. Original music by Pat McCusker and Diane Wong. Audience strategy by Shannon Busta. The director of New York Times Opinion Shows is Annie-Rose Strasser. And special thanks to Joseph Torigian and Eyck Freymann. Transcript editing by Sarah Murphy and Marlaine Glicksman. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here https://www.nytimes.com/activate-access/audio?source=podcatcher. For more podcasts and narrated articles, download The New York Times app at nytimes.com/app. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.