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What does it mean to be a “day one partner” for founders—and how does that change in an era of AI-driven acceleration?On this episode of The Data Minute, Peter sits down with Ed Sim, founding partner of Boldstart Ventures and the voice behind “What's Hot

What does it take to challenge a century-old status quo in aviation? In this episode of The Eric Ries Show, I sit down with Blake Scholl, Founder and CEO of Boom Supersonic, a company on a mission to bring back supersonic air travel—sustainably and affordably.Blake doesn't come from aerospace. He's a computer scientist and former Amazon engineer who sold his startup, Kima Labs, to Groupon. What he does have is a clear mission, first principles thinking, and relentless execution. His story is a case study in how deep curiosity and iterative learning can outperform traditional credentials.In our conversation, we explore how to navigate high-uncertainty environments, challenge industry inertia, and build world-class teams to do the seemingly impossible.We cover: • The “bystander effect” in innovation—and how to avoid it• Why trying to disprove your idea is a founder's superpower• The edge of understanding when the context changes • The accidental pivot: How Boomless cruise came about • Blake's “confusion list,” a practice to gain clarity • Why deep knowledge trumps credentials • How Blake leveraged Wikipedia and SeatGuru to understand how the Concorde failed• Boom's methodical approach to derisking each challenge• The "talent distillery"—Boom's framework for building exceptional teams• Tips for giving and asking for advice• How Boom uses AI to cut through the minutia and do more with less• Why accumulated learnings are a company's greatest asset• And more!—Brought to you by:• Gusto – Gusto is an easy payroll and benefits software built for small businesses. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get 3 months free⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.—Where to find Blake Scholl: • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blakescholl/• X: https://x.com/bscholl—Where to find Eric:• Newsletter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ericries.carrd.co/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ • Podcast:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ericriesshow.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ • YouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@theericriesshow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ —In This Episode We Cover:(00:00) Intro(02:43) How Boom is bringing back building commercial aircraft in the US(04:30) The bystander effect in innovation (07:30) The power of founder happiness and taking big bets (12:10) How Blake shifted from building an airline to building a supersonic company(14:07) Blake's focus on first principles thinking(16:17) How boomless cruise came about, and other accidental discoveries (23:50) Blake's practical exercise for gaining clarity (25:15) Boom's origin story (31:10) How taking a bigger risk made Blake more comfortable with failure(32:24) A case for entrepreneurship as a truth-seeking discipline (33:47) How a founder's deep understanding builds trust(38:20) Why Concorde failed, and how Boom solved for those problems(44:36) Boom's plan for derisking each risk(47:33) How Boom was able to get Richard Branson on board with pre-ordering for Virgin(52:24) Boom's relaunch after getting Virgin's pre-order (56:00) How Blake focuses on the end state (59:22) The importance of aptitude and willingness to learn (1:01:34) Why building a team was the hardest part for Boom (1:06:32) Tips for getting better advice–and receiving it (1:09:40) How Boom maintains mission alignment working with outside vendors (1:14:04) Boom's learnings from working with suppliers (1:19:35) The current status of Boom (1:20:57) How Boom uses AI to help with FAA certification and more(1:23:00) The size of teams at Boom, and how using AI enables them to have less engineers —You can find episode references at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ericriesshow.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠—Production and marketing by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://penname.co/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Eric may be an investor in the companies discussed.

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FRANS HERMANN HAS ARRIVED....The double hat trick was not to be for Aussie Oscar, Monaco may be the pivotal moment for the season. What about Williams, are they now ahead of Ferrari in the packing order? The Alpine saga has taken a sour turn, fake news and attacks on Jack, is this well over the line and do fans need to take a step back? Ferrari are an enigma, what are you doing with the boys in red? Backing them, holding hope or have you put a line through the season?? All the plus much much more on this week's episode of BTRL.

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The tiny breakaway nation of Somaliland is making a bold geopolitical wager: deepening ties with Taiwan, courting conservative power brokers in Washington, and positioning itself as a rare pro-U.S. ally in a region where China holds significant sway. But this strategy comes at a cost. By crossing Beijing's red line on Taiwan, Somaliland has likely closed the door on Chinese investment and guaranteed opposition in global forums where China holds veto power. Somaliland foreign policy researchers Moustafa Ahmad and Sacad Muhumed join Eric & Cobus from Hargeisa to discuss the government's high-stakes gamble of playing the big powers off one another to secure formal diplomatic recognition. JOIN THE DISCUSSION: X: @ChinaGSProject | @eric_olander | @stadenesque Facebook: www.facebook.com/ChinaAfricaProject YouTube: www.youtube.com/@ChinaGlobalSouth Now on Bluesky! Follow CGSP at @chinagsproject.bsky.social FOLLOW CGSP IN FRENCH AND ARABIC: Français: www.projetafriquechine.com | @AfrikChine Arabic: عربي: www.alsin-alsharqalawsat.com | @SinSharqAwsat JOIN US ON PATREON! Become a CGSP Patreon member and get all sorts of cool stuff, including our Week in Review report, an invitation to join monthly Zoom calls with Eric & Cobus, and even an awesome new CGSP Podcast mug! www.patreon.com/chinaglobalsouth  

Peace talks between Russia and Ukraine are looking noticeably left in the lurch without the Kremlin's leader. Vladimir Putin has backed out of a face-to-face meeting with Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Turkey - and US President Donald Trump followed suit soon after. It may have shattered other world leaders' hopes of a resolution. Ukraine ambassador Vasyl Myroshnychenko says the meeting now has little point. "We clearly see that Russia is not interested in peace, Russia is interested in continuing to wage war." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yesterday was the final day of the 2025 Legislative session. Lawmakers left a parting gift for the governor and those in law enforcement rooting for the "Back the Blue" bill to make it through. We'll have that, a fluoride update and a moonlighting mayor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Rep. Jasmine Crockett made a bold statement and sparks political discussion after she claimed the Democratic Party is hesitant to support women or people of color for president following past losses by Hillary Clinton and Kamala Harris.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast, the team covers the shocking prison yard stabbing of Tory Lanez, who was attacked 14 times and rushed to the hospital. Though in pain, he’s now recovering. Meanwhile, Lil Wayne is making headlines after reportedly kicking his girlfriend and her daughter out of his home on Mother’s Day, with allegations that he physically assaulted her. The show also touches on NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal's emotional confession about feeling lonely and broken during his time with the Boston Celtics, reflecting on the toll his personal life took after his family left. Plus, a bold statement from Rep. Jasmine Crockett sparks political discussion after she claimed the Democratic Party is hesitant to support women or people of color for president following past losses by Hillary Clinton and Kamala Harris.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a bold and unprecedented move, Donald Trump traveled to Saudi Arabia flanked by the biggest names in American industry—from Elon Musk to the CEOs of Google, BlackRock, and Coca-Cola—signaling a massive geopolitical and economic pivot. This gripping commentary explores the true purpose behind the visit: a high-stakes effort to reassert American influence in the Middle East, counter China's growing power, secure AI and energy partnerships, and preserve the dominance of the U.S. dollar. Packed with insights on global finance, AI innovation, and political strategy, this is more than a trip—it's a defining moment in America's global power struggle.

A massive bombshell is emerging as Elon Musk's long-dismissed warning about $1 trillion in annual federal fraud gains new credibility—this time from none other than 60 Minutes. After years of skepticism and mockery, recent testimony from Treasury officials and fraud experts now supports Musk's claim. In this eye-opening exposé, we break down why the media is finally changing its tune, what was uncovered by new oversight systems, and how decades of unchecked payments may have funneled billions to unknown actors. From the Pentagon to transnational crime rings, this story connects dots that mainstream media ignored—until now.

In a stunning shift, legacy media is now echoing Elon Musk's long-dismissed warnings of massive government fraud. This explosive segment reveals how over a third of federal Treasury payouts may be fraudulent—amounting to nearly $1 trillion a year. From Scott Bessett's bombshell testimony to 60 Minutes' reluctant admissions, the truth about federal spending abuse is coming to light. Also explored: the media's selective outrage over South African refugees vs. illegal immigration. Why is this all surfacing now? Because the cover-up is crumbling. Don't miss what could be the biggest accountability scandal in U.S. history.

New research highlights strong public backing for the EU in Ireland. But while a massive 82 percent of Irish people want to remain members, the 'EU Poll 2025' also reveals that 43 percent of us feel our voices aren't heard in Brussels. Noelle O'Connell is CEO of European Movement Ireland reacts to the survey results.

What does it take to turn a beachside idea into one of the fastest-growing vodka brands in America? In this episode of The Mark Haney Show, I sit down with Matt Levitt, founder of Tahoe Blue Vodka, to unpack the wild entrepreneurial journey behind the brand that went from a solo hustle in Lake Tahoe to a top-10 vodka on store shelves across the West. We talk brand-building without big budgets, the power of lifestyle marketing, overcoming rejection from distributors, and the lessons Matt learned bootstrapping a nationally recognized product—all while giving back to preserve the lake that inspired it all. Now leading Compass Brand Strategy, Matt shares how he helps other entrepreneurs grow impactful, authentic brands—and the wisdom he wishes he knew earlier in the game. If you're an entrepreneur, brand builder, or just love a good “from the beach chair to the boardroom” story, this one's for you. Website: www.tahoebluevodka.com Website: https://www.compassbrandstrategy.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-levitt-9644a5b7/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matttbv/ #EntrepreneurLife #StartupStory #BuildToScale #FounderJourney #BusinessGrowth #BrandBuilding #SmallBusinessTips #StartupSuccess #TahoeBlueVodka #CraftSpirits #VodkaBrand #CPGSuccess #BeverageIndustry #DrinkEntrepreneur #LakeTahoe #TahoeVibes #MadeInTahoe #RelentlesslyLocal #SocialImpactBusiness #MarketingStrategy #BrandStrategy #BrandIdentity #StoryDrivenBranding #AuthenticBranding #InspireSuccess #FromIdeaToImpact #dohardthings  ______________________________________________________________ If this episode inspires you to be part of the movement, and you believe, like me, that entrepreneurs are the answer to our future, message me so we can join forces to support building truly great companies in our region.  - Subscribe to my channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCom_​...  -   Mark Haney is a serial entrepreneur that has experience growing companies worth hundreds of millions of dollars. He is currently the CEO and founder of HaneyBiz  -   Instagram: http://instagram.com/themarkhaney​  Facebook: www.facebook.com/themarkhaney  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markehaney​  Website: http://haneybiz.com​  Audio Boom: https://audioboom.com/channels/5005273​   Twitter: http://twitter.com/themarkhaney - This video includes personal knowledge, experiences, and opinions about Angel Investing by seasoned angel investors.  This content is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal, tax, investment, or financial advice.  Nothing in this video constitutes a solicitation, recommendation, or endorsement. #thebackyardadvantage #themarkhaneyshow #entrepreneur  #PowerOfWith #SacramentoEntrepreneur #Sacramento #SacramentoSmallBusiness #SmallBusiness #GrowthFactory #Investor #Podcast

With the Camogie skorts versus shorts battle dominating Irish sporting headlines this week, Eoin chats to the woman who started it all off, Shauna Connolly. In 2023 she launched the 'Shorts Not Skorts' campaign and led the charge to change the rule at last year's Camogie Annual Congress. She talks about her experiences of that meeting and the views she came up against. Also on the line is Karl O'Brien, Dublin Camogie Chairperson, to explain how referees are responding to this complicated issue of player welfare vs rules of play.

With US Backing, Israel Set To Ethnically Cleanse Gaza by Ron Paul Liberty Report

After getting caught putting out false ads about the sex trafficking controversy, California Assembly democrats back down from their stance of protecting the buyers of 16 and 17 year olds....for now...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of the biggest viral terms to come out of 2024 was "rawdogging" flights. It's basically avoiding all tech and entertainment while flying - and just staring at the seat in front of you. Now, there's a sequel. Source: https://fortune.com/article/commuters-latest-return-to-office-rebellion-is-barebacking-and-its-unnerving-fellow-passengers/

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The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 3: 5:05pm- While appearing on Fox News with Sean Hannity, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the United States has become “far too dependent on China” and previous administrations have allowed “unfair trade practices” which have resulted in American deindustrialization. 5:10pm- Trump Tariff Updates: On Thursday, German automaker Mercedes-Benz announced it will increase production at its facility in Alabama—resulting in a greater number of American made vehicles. And, according to a report from The Wall Street Journal, China is now calling for “sincerity” in negotiating an end to the tariff fight with the Trump Administration. The news comes after Apple announced it would be manufacturing more devices in India and Vietnam. 5:15pm- On Thursday night, Fox News host Jesse Waters sat down with Elon Musk and several DOGE workers to discuss instances of government waste and fraud. At one point, the group revealed that the Treasury Department was spending $5 trillion annually without a “budget code.” 5:20pm- On Thursday night, President Donald Trump delivered the commencement address to the 2025 graduating class of University of Alabama. He also took a shot at Harvard University—where Rich insists Matt was the school mascot. 5:40pm- NPR wants proper pronouns for animals + DOGE reveals the identity of “Big Balls!”

Lex chats with Jamie Burke - founder of Outlier Ventures, about the current state and future of Web3, decentralized finance, and the metaverse. Jamie highlights Outlier Ventures' impressive growth, with a portfolio of around 400 startups, and discusses successful projects like IOTA and Fetch.ai. The conversation delves into the open metaverse, emphasizing the importance of infrastructure and middleware in blending physical and digital realities. Jamie also explores the transformative role of AI in the metaverse and offers practical advice for entrepreneurs navigating this rapidly evolving landscape. Notable discussion points: 1.The “Post-Web” Is an Intent-Led Internet: Jamie Burke outlines a shift from today's attention-based web to an intent-driven internet, powered by AI agents, Web3 infrastructure, and DePIN. In this model, agents act on user intent, radically streamlining interactions and replacing much of today's web interface. 2. Web3 Will Be Run by Machines, Not People: Burke predicts that autonomous agents—not humans—will become the primary users of blockchains, making crypto “machine money.” As a result, products, brands, and processes matter less, while incentive systems and on-chain automation take center stage. 3. Founders Must Embrace Systems Thinking: In the Post-Web era, survival depends on designing self-optimizing systems, not just building products. Burke stresses that token engineering, incentive design, and value flow mapping will define the next generation of durable startups. MENTIONED IN THE CONVERSATION Topics: Web3, decentralized finance, metaverse, Open metaverse, Post web, Outlier Ventures, IOTA, Fetch.ai, accelerator program, AI, artificial intelligence, Agentic AI, agents, Web3, post-web, digital economy, blockchain technology ABOUT THE FINTECH BLUEPRINT 

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Despite once again being told by a federal judge that their actions exceed the scope of the executive’s authority, President Trump and his administration continued their fight with the judicial branch. White House correspondent Laura Barrón-López reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Despite once again being told by a federal judge that their actions exceed the scope of the executive’s authority, President Trump and his administration continued their fight with the judicial branch. White House correspondent Laura Barrón-López reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Alex "Noops" Christenson of FTN Fantasy and the BetUS NBA Show stops by, to discuss all things NBA Playoffs and some of his favorite bets to make right now, including who does he like tonight in a crucial Game #5 between the Clippers and Nuggets, can the Knicks and Pacers wrap things up tonight at home, and do the Rockets have any shot at coming back against the Warriors? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode: DigiPower X (DGXX) is a hidden gem in today's market [0:20] Introducing Michel Amar, CEO of DigiPower X [3:17] DGXX's pivot from Bitcoin mining to AI is a game-changer [6:59] DigiPower has a massive head start on its competitors [14:17] Why this debt-free revenue machine is so undervalued [16:33] How management takes care of its shareholders [24:40] One of the world's best investors is backing this company [28:30] How this $30M company plans to unlock $500M in value in 2 years [32:28] Did you like this episode? Get more Wall Street Unplugged FREE each week in your inbox. Sign up here: https://curzio.me/syn_wsu Find Wall Street Unplugged podcast… --Curzio Research App: https://curzio.me/syn_app --iTunes: https://curzio.me/syn_wsu_i --Stitcher: https://curzio.me/syn_wsu_s --Website: https://curzio.me/syn_wsu_cat Follow Frank… X: https://curzio.me/syn_twt Facebook: https://curzio.me/syn_fb LinkedIn: https://curzio.me/syn_li

Jon-Mark "JM" Craddock is the CEO of La Matera, a premium direct-to-consumer brand elevating craftsmanship and authenticity in a market crowded by fast fashion. With hands-on expertise in brand building, supply chain management, and Ecommerce growth, JM draws on his experience at high-growth brands like Chubbies, Marine Layer, and Tuckernuck to scale La Matera while preserving its artisanal roots.Driven by the belief that lasting brands are built on quality and meaningful customer connections, JM has led La Matera through a new chapter of growth, refining its identity, strengthening its supply chain, and balancing digital expansion with a commitment to craftsmanship. Under his leadership, La Matera continues to deliver timeless products that honor tradition while thriving in a modern DTC landscape.In This Conversation We Discuss:[00:42] Intro[01:09] Building networks through unexpected paths[04:37] Finding hidden value in early teams[05:18] Building momentum with new platforms[06:50] Learning supply chain under real pressure[09:35] Choosing brands with personal connection[12:15] Episode Sponsors: Electric Eye, Snowball & Portless[16:18] Balancing trust and strategy with sellers[17:48] Answering every deal email immediately[18:40] Backing deals with personal guarantees[20:29] Buying businesses to create opportunities[21:39] Rebuilding brand soul through founder voice[25:20] Tapping networks to solve real problems[27:20] Choosing tenacity over easy winsResources:Subscribe to Honest Ecommerce on YoutubeCollection of meticulously handcrafted leather belts and accessories lamaterashop.com/Follow Jon-Mark Craddock linkedin.com/in/jonmarkcraddockSchedule an intro call with one of our experts electriceye.io/connectDrive revenue through affiliates & referrals socialsnowball.io/honestRevolutionize your inventory and fulfillment process portless.com/If you're enjoying the show, we'd love it if you left Honest Ecommerce a review on Apple Podcasts. It makes a huge impact on the success of the podcast, and we love reading every one of your reviews!

Feeling uninspired by the current election? You’re not alone, as latest polling shows we’re heading for a hung parliament with some Australians saying it’s between the devil you know and the devil you don’t. In this episode of The Briefing Natarsha Belling is joined by former prime minister Malcolm Turnbull who explains why the focus should be on our National Security as US President Donald Trump reign of chaos continues. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @listnrnewsroom Instagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode overview: In this conversation, David Ogundeko shares the journey of Funema, an impact-focused alternative investment firm operating for nine years across Nigeria, South Africa, and the US. He discusses his approach to venture building for early-stage founders, why Africa needs a unique investment approach, and how his firm addresses the "chicken and egg" challenge that idea-stage founders face: needing traction to raise funds while needing the right talent to gain that traction. Andile Masuku engages Ogundeko on the evolution of venture building in Africa, from being "mocked" five to six years ago to now becoming an essential element in the ecosystem. Throughout the conversation, Ogundeko makes a compelling case for why Africa's tech ecosystem requires patient capital with 15-25 year horizons rather than traditional 10-year VC fund lifecycles. Key topics: - The evolution of Funema's venture building model over nine years - Why service-based businesses can evolve into stronger tech companies - Misalignment between traditional VC timelines and African market realities - The importance of founder emotional connection to problems they're solving - How AI is democratising education and knowledge across the continent - Funema's ambitious plans to scale venture building across Africa Notable points: 1. Ogundeko developed his venture building thesis after working at Seedstars in 2016, flipping their model to focus on founders with their own ideas 2. Funema has a portfolio of 20+ companies built over nine years of operation The firm prefers working with founders who start with service models to develop deeper market understanding before scaling with technology 3. Traditional 10-year VC timelines are insufficient for African tech development, with Ogundeko advocating for 15-25 year investment horizons 4. Funema is planning to reach 1,000 founders over the next two years and train 100,000 venture builders over five years What makes Funema's approach distinctive is his patience and belief in deep market understanding: "We didn't exactly start out with a very sexy business model. But the learnings that we've been able to get from the market, which we've automated into a platform, is becoming a product that you can call a pure tech business."

Today, foreign policy in parts of the Gulf is increasingly being guided by strategic, security, and global priorities rather than just religious or ideological affiliations.  

Daily Show #92 | Ed and Daniel discuss the latest striker options for Manchester United, focusing on Matteus Cunha, Liam Delap and Victor Osimhen's potential fit for the team. They analyse the current speculation around Cunha's desire to join United and the team's need for a proficient forwards. The conversation also touches on current players like Rashford, Sancho, and Antony, as well as the potential financial maneuvers the club might need to undertake. The discussion ends with thoughts on integrating youth players and looking ahead to possible tactical fits with new signings.

First: Investors think President Trump may be backing down on his trade war with China. So does Beijing. You won't believe what's trending on Chinese social media today.  Plus: How much longer will the GOP stand by embattled Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth? Dana speaks with the top Republican on the Senate armed services committee.  And: Robert Kennedy Jr. blames synthetic dyes in the food supply for a host of chronic childhood illnesses. Now, the FDA says it will work with food companies to phase out those ingredients. The new FDA commissioner and a leader in the so-called "MAHA" (Make America Healthy Again) movement joins Dana to discuss.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Explore the latest shifts in Trump's economic policies as he backpedals on firing Fed Chairman Jerome Powell and China tariffs. In this podcast, Matt Lewis and Will Saletan dissect the implications for markets, the economy, and trust in U.S. financial systems. From 401k risks to Orwellian tactics, discover why these changes matter and what they reveal about the administration's strategy. Tune in for insights on authoritarian trends, media influence, and the battle between evil and incompetence. Support "Matt Lewis & The News" at Patreon:   / mattlewis  Follow Matt Lewis & Cut Through the Noise:Facebook:   / mattlewisdc  Twitter:   / mattklewis  Instagram:   / mattklewis  YouTube:    / @mattlewis  – Who is Matt Lewis? –Matt K. Lewis is a political commentator and the author of Filthy Rich Politicians.Buy Matt's book: https://www.amazon.com/Filthy-Rich-Po...Copyright © 2024, BBL & BWL, LLC

After exiting a successful startup, Rafael Loureiro went looking for a better way to do estate planning…and came up empty. The experience? Clunky. Expensive. Outdated.So like any smart entrepreneur would do, he decided to build something better.Today, Rafael is the CEO of Wealth.com, a FinTech firm backed by Google Ventures and designed to modernize the estate planning process for advisors and their clients.In this Episode, Rafael sits down with Stacy to discuss: Rafael's backstory – How he went from Brazil to Silicon Valley to Wall Street Why his post-exit estate plan felt more like Mad Libs than modern finance How that clunky estate planning experience drove him to go from introverted software engineer to front-and-center CEOWhy it's actually easier to raise capital before the product exists (yes, really)About Rafael Loureiro:Rafael Loureiro is the CEO and co-founder of Wealth.com, the industry's leading estate planning platform. Under his leadership,Wealth.com has become the fastest-growing solution in the space, empowering 750+ wealth management firms to modernize the delivery of estate planning guidance. Backed by Google Ventures, Wealth.com is the only tech-led, end-to-end estate planning platform built specifically for financial institutions—helping advisors scale, drive efficiency, and serve clients across the wealth spectrum.Rafael was named ThinkAdvisor's 2024 Executive of the Year in the financial planning technology category and also received the Advisor Choice Award for Technology Providers: CEO of the Year in the 2024 WealthManagement.com Industry Awards, where Wealth.com was recognized as the Best Technology Provider in the Trust category. A technology entrepreneur and product innovator, Rafael brings more than 20 years of technical and executive leadership experience across start-ups, growth-stage ventures, and Fortune 500 companies. Prior to founding Wealth.com, he served as Chief Technology Officer at Emailage, a global fraud prevention SaaS startup acquired by Lexis Nexis Risk Solutions in 2020.Rafael is a member of the Forbes Finance Council and an active community leader in the Phoenix start-up ecosystem. Originally from Brazil, Rafael has been in Arizona for over 20 years. Outside of work, he enjoys time with his family, hiking the Arizona desert, playing pickleball, reading, and gaming. Want More Help With Storytelling?  +  Subscribe to my newsletter to get a weekly email that helps you use your words to power your growth:https://www.stacyhavener.com/subscribe   - - -Make The Boutique Investment Collective part of your Billion Dollar Backstory. Gain access to invaluable resources, expert coaches, and a supportive community of other boutique founders, fund managers, and investment pros. Join Havener Capital's exclusive membership - - -Make The Boutique Investment Collective part of your Billion Dollar Backstory. Gain access to invaluable resources, expert coaches, and a supportive community of other boutique founders, fund managers, and investment pros. Join Havener Capital's exclusive membership

Daily Show #91 | Ed and Isabel discuss the current state of United under manager Ruben Amorim. They explore the team's mediocre Premier League performance, hope for success in the Europa League, and the role of fan support. The conversation dives into why fans are still backing Amorim despite poor results and why the club needs to back the manager with summer signings that fit Amorim's tactical system.

What if one of the most powerful moments of someone's life happened in their final days? And what if that moment was because of music? Founder of Music in Hospices, Joe Cavalli-Price, shares astonishing stories of how live music can transform palliative care, and how singers can bring joy to the dying. This emotional and uplifting episode might just change the way you think about music, care, and connection. (Tissues recommended.)  WHAT'S IN THIS PODCAST? 2:30  Who is Joseph Cavalli-Price?  3:11  What inspired Music in Hospices?  5:18 Music Therapy Vs Music Performance  6:36 What is palliative care? 9:18 How have Joe's musical studies and experiences influenced Music in Hospices? 14:22 Stories from the hospice 19:32 What do the science and statistics say? 23:38 How can I become a singer for Music in Hospices? 27:00 What collaborative research is in the pipeline?  29:14 Backing from the BBC & Lang Lang 36:28 Donations   About the presenter click HERE RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS Only Boys Aloud (Choir)  The Sixteen (Choir)  Social Prescription & The National Centre for Social Prescribing  Lang Lang International Music Foundation   ABOUT THE GUEST Joe Cavalli-Price is a Welsh-Italian musician, vocal coach, and founder of Music in Hospices, a creative arts organisation for palliative care. His work has earned international recognition, with features on BBC Radio 4 and BBC Breakfast. Joe collaborates with Lang Lang Foundation, Hospice UK, and King's College London to innovate care through music.  SEE FULL BIO HERE Website Instagram/Facebook: @musicinhospices & @joecavalliprice BAST Training helps singers gain the confidence, knowledge, skills & understanding required to be a successful singing teacher. "The course was everything I hoped it would be and so much more. It's an investment with so much return. I would recommend this course to any teacher wanting to up-skill, refresh or start up." Kelly Taylor, NZ ...morebasttraining.com | Subscribe | Email Us | FB Group

Host Christine Lee breaks down the latest news in the crypto industry as China vowed to retaliate against U.S. calls for trade isolation.Bitcoin surged past $88,000 Monday as China vowed to retaliate against US calls for trade isolation and U.S. President Donald Trump explored ways to remove the most powerful banker in the world. Plus, Vitalik Buterim proposes replacing the Ethereum Virtual Machine with RISC-V as Solana briefly flipped Ethereum in total value staked. CoinDesk's Christine Lee hosts "CoinDesk Daily."-This episode was hosted by Christine Lee. “CoinDesk Daily” is produced by Christine Lee and edited by Victor Chen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Story #1: The Left's three heroes: murderers, gang members, and criminals. How on earth did this happen? Plus, George Clooney and Jake Tapper play revisionist history.  A conversation with Host of ‘The Brian Kilmeade Show' on FOX News Radio, Co-host of ‘FOX & Friends' & Host of ‘One Nation with Brian Kilmeade,' Brian Kilmeade. Story #2: Will, his family, and The Crew attempted to debate who the ten most famous people in the world were, but instead it morphed into a Lebron James vs. Michael Jordan debate.  Story #3: Tips on buying a home in 2025. A conversation with Chief Consumer Direct Production Officer at Pennymac, Scott Bridges.  Tell Will what you thought about this podcast by emailing WillCainShow@fox.com Subscribe to The Will Cain Show on YouTube here: Watch The Will Cain Show! Follow Will on Twitter: @WillCain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn English with Real News! In this lesson, we talk about rising tariffs between the United States and China—up to 145%! You'll learn 21 important words, idioms, and phrasal verbs like “feeling the squeeze,” “hitting back,” and “virtually.” This lesson is perfect for intermediate English learners (A2–B1) and includes a reading passage and simple example s.Improve your vocabulary and understand world events at the same time!Perfect for students, English learners, and teachers.

US Middle East Special Envoy Steve Witkoff says the US wants to put a limit on Iranian uranium enrichment rather than shutting down its nuclear program, while Israel wants to see it dismantled completely ; US sends major arms shipment to Israel ...

President Donald Trump's tariff chaos continues. He just announced a big reversal: For 90 days, the reciprocal tariffs will come down, but a universal 10 percent tariff will remain, and he's hiking tariffs on China into the stratosphere. Meanwhile, House Speaker Mike Johnson just moved to prevent the House from voting on whether to rein in Trump's assertion of unilateral authority to impose the tariffs—a clear abuse of power. This, plus the House GOP gearing up to cut Medicaid by hundreds of billions of dollars, gives Democrats major political openings. Will they capitalize? We talked to Representative Hakeem Jeffries, the House Democratic leader, who explains what Trump's reversal says about his political weakness, why Democrats can seriously contest red-leaning districts next year, and how the party should prosecute the case against Trump's dictatorial abuses of power.  Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The conversation covers various topics including trade tensions between the U.S. and China, recent Supreme Court decisions affecting immigration policies, the controversial topic of genetic engineering related to the dire wolf, the effectiveness of the flu vaccine, the risks associated with gain of function research, and a humorous take on presidential aspirations.  

China opposes Trump’s threat to raise tariffs by 50% on Chinese imports, promising countermeasures. This follows China’s 34% tariffs on U.S. goods. Analysts warn rising tariffs could cut China’s growth by 1.5-2 points, straining hopes for a trade deal amid escalating tensions.  

From the BBC World Service: In a push toward a full-blown global trade war, China has reacted strongly to President Donald Trump's threat to raise tariffs on its exports to more than 100%, saying it would "fight until the end." Meanwhile, markets in Asia and Europe are more stable after a few rocky days. Plus, how are businesses across the world dealing with uncertainties wrought by the onslaught of fresh tariffs?

From the BBC World Service: In a push toward a full-blown global trade war, China has reacted strongly to President Donald Trump's threat to raise tariffs on its exports to more than 100%, saying it would "fight until the end." Meanwhile, markets in Asia and Europe are more stable after a few rocky days. Plus, how are businesses across the world dealing with uncertainties wrought by the onslaught of fresh tariffs?

China says it'll fight until the end, as President Donald Trump threatens even higher tariffs. The Supreme Court handed Trump two immigration wins yesterday. USAID has cancelled all remaining contracts for humanitarian aid for Afghanistan and Yemen. Boeing has reached a settlement with two families who's loved ones died in a 2019 crash. Plus, it was a nail-biting end to the NCAA men's basketball championship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(April 08,2025)China is not backing down from Trump's tariff war… what's next? Elon Musk made appeals to Trump to reverse sweeping tariffs. Americans have $35 trillion in housing wealth – and it's costing them.