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Best podcasts about Brian McDonald

Latest podcast episodes about Brian McDonald

AOR Diamonds
AOR Diamonds | Episodio 516 | Shake Me - Episodio exclusivo para mecenas

AOR Diamonds

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2026 95:14


Agradece a este podcast tantas horas de entretenimiento y disfruta de episodios exclusivos como éste. ¡Apóyale en iVoox! Os aseguro que el de esta semana es un auténtico pro-gra-món. Estos son los contenidos: Nuevos: Stiletto, Sha-Boom, Europe, Tesla, Zan/Cody, Night Ranger, Osukaru, First Light, Issa, Code Red, Mystery Moon, Eddie Vantez Clásicos: X-Romance, Romeo's Daughter, Brian McDonald, Manic Eden, Vandenberg Cumpleaños: Los 35 de 'F.U.C.K' y 'Unusual Heat'; los 40 de 'Night Songs' Los 50 años de Vandeberg en el negocio: Celebración masiva Escucha este episodio completo y accede a todo el contenido exclusivo de AOR Diamonds. Descubre antes que nadie los nuevos episodios, y participa en la comunidad exclusiva de oyentes en https://go.ivoox.com/sq/75094

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara
05/14 Hour 3 - Texans Corner Kamari Lassiter Joins the Show!

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara

Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2026 46:14


Hour 3 with Joe, and Brian McDonald filling in for Jeremy Texans corner Kamari Lassiter joined the show for a fun conversation Is the NFL schedule release the weirdest thing in sports people get excited about? Plus we named our Junkie of the Day!

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara
05/07 Hour 3 - Is a Jeff Luhnow Return to the Astros Possible?

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2026 43:59


Hour 3 of Jeremy and Joe, with Brian McDonald filling in for Joe Is a Jeff Luhnow Return to the Astros Possible? A new game sweeping the nation, is he an Insperity Golfer or Cincinnati Red? Plus they name their Junkie of the Day!

Styleframe Saturdays
AI in Motion Design: An Honest Conversation feat. Billy Woodward (Ep. 28)

Styleframe Saturdays

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2026 61:11


If you've ever wondered whether AI will take over motion design or replace motion designers, you're not alone. Generative AI tools can transform the industry, but perhaps not as you expect.In today's episode, we sit down with motion designer and Creative Director Billy Woodward to cut through the noise. We discuss the tools, and bigger questions around creativity, authorship, and originality, as well as what this evolving technology really means for creatives.This conversation could easily become its own series—we barely scratched the surface. But whether you're excited, concerned, or somewhere in between, Billy shares thoughtful insights from someone actively experimenting at the intersection of art and AI, and we hope you enjoy his perspective.Our podcast celebrates Motion Ideation—the raw brainstorming, early-stage thinking and lightbulb moments that shape everything before a single design or keyframe exists. Because we believe great motion design starts with one Favorite Frame™ and the fresh ideas behind it.TIMESTAMPS:0:00 – Intro1:15 – Billy Woodward's Background2:54 – Billy's Favorite Frame™7:24 – Debriefing the Creative Brief9:36 – The Billy Woodward Preproduction Ritual13:32 – Traditional vs. AI Workflow33:46 – What Makes Something Art?37:25 – The Contentions Surrounding the Use of AI40:00 – Jurassic Park: A Case Study in Technological Advancement50:30 – A Call to Arms: Make All the Stories52:15 – Billy's Advice: Pay Attention to Stories54:52 – Biggest Challenges & Rewards from This Project56:50 – Favorite Frame™ Because…CONNECT & FOLLOW:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/styleframesat/Twitter → https://twitter.com/styleframesatFacebook → https://www.facebook.com/styleframesatLinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/styleframe-saturdays-podcastTODAY'S GUESTS & RESOURCESBackslider Brand, https://www.backsliderbrand.com/Rolling Stone, https://www.rollingstone.com/ESPN, https://www.rollingstone.com/Cameron Crowe, https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001081/Generative AI, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Generative_AIAND Studio, https://www.andstudio.nyc/myPrize, https://myprize.us/James Harden, https://www.nba.com/player/201935/james-hardenDisney, https://www.disney.com/Pixar, https://www.pixar.com/Tom & Jerry, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tom_and_JerryInvisible Ink by Brian McDonald, https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/216987401-invisible-inkRunway, https://runwayml.com/Ricky Powell, https://www.rickypowell.com/The Individualist, https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11905612/Pinterest, https://www.pinterest.com/Nano Banana 2, https://gemini.google/ca/overview/image-generation/?hl=en-CAMidjourney, https://www.midjourney.com/homeChatGPT, https://chatgpt.com/Claude, https://claude.ai/loginFreepik Tools, https://www.freepik.com/Bob Ross, https://www.bobross.com/Museum of Modern Art DC, https://americanart.si.edu/institution/museum-modern-art-6231Jurassic Park, https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0107290/The Last Star Fighter, https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0087597/Mandalorian, https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8111088/Stranger Things, https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4574334One Last Adventure: The Making of Stranger Things 5, https://www.netflix.com/title/81684720Hardcore History by Dan Carlin, https://www.dancarlin.com/hardcore-history-series/Common Sense by Dan Carlin, https://www.dancarlin.com/common-sense/*Riverside: https://riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_1&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=styleframesatLofi Cassette by Harrison Amer (theme music licensed by Premiumbeat.com, https://www.premiumbeat.com/home)Permissions granted by the artist(s).Styleframe Saturdays is a Formerle-branded podcast, and part of the Formerle brand family.*By making a purchase through one of our affiliate links we will get a small commission at no additional cost to you. Rest assured that we would recommend these products regardless of their commission-based opportunities.

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara
03/17 Hour 3 - Coogs and Aggies Tournament Talk, Plus Jaylen Waddle Trade Reaction!

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 43:53


Hour 1 with Joe George, and Brian McDonald, filling in for Jeremy Branham! Reaction to the NFL news of the Broncos trading for Jaylen Waddle, plus Joe wanted to weigh in on the Etienne/Achane change from last week More tournament talk with teams from Texas in the big bracket, Jeremy joined them to talk about the Houston Cougars, plus Mark Passwaters on the Aggies PLUS, WBC hot takes, and they name the Junkie of the Day

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara
03/17 Hour 2 - Texas Longhorns & Prairie View A&M Tournament Talk, Plus Texans Sign Wyatt Teller Reaction

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 51:22


Hour 2 with Joe George, and Brian McDonald filling in for Jeremy Branham! The interviews on Texas teams in the big bracket continued with Prairie View A&M head coach Byron Smith, and Texas Longhorns fan/alum Raheel Ramzanali Plus Joe and Brian react to the Texans signing guard Wyatt Teller, and discuss their favorite players/storylines to follow during March Madness

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara
03/17 Hour 1 - Rockets Embarrassing Loss to Lakers + SMU and Texas Tech Tournament Talk

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 49:59


Hour 1 with Joe George, and Brian McDonald filling in for Jeremy Branham! Reaction to the Rockets embarrassing loss to the LA Lakers, their awful offensive performance, and inability to handle a basic double team on Kevin Durant Are the Rockets offensive shortcomings more the fault of the roster, or head coach Ime Udoka? The guys start conversations with teams from Texas in the big bracket, with SMU voice Rich Phillips, and Texas Tech voice Geoff Haxton

Success is Subjective Podcast
Episode 339: From the Field to the Front Lines - Turning Personal Adversity Into Purpose with Brian McDonald

Success is Subjective Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2026 27:04


Brian McDonald grew up in Southern California as a self-described “beach bum at heart,” with sports—especially football—shaping much of his identity. After earning the opportunity to play running back at BYU, a season-ending injury forced him to confront who he was beyond the game and reconsider the path he thought his life would take. What followed was a journey through faith, service, and unexpected career pivots that ultimately led him to working with adolescents and families navigating mental health challenges. In this episode, Brian shares how adversity, spiritual growth, and mentorship helped him redefine success—not as a destination, but as a lifelong process of becoming better each day. Brian's Resources: Website: Oasis AscentInstagram: @oasisascentrtcFacebook: Oasis AscentConnect with Joanna Lilley  Therapeutic Consulting AssociationLilley Consulting WebsiteLilley Consulting on Facebook Lilley Consulting on YouTubeEmail: joanna@lilleyconsulting.com#TherapeuticConsulting #LilleyConsulting #Successful #TherapeuticPrograms #Therapy #MentalHealthMatters #MentalHealthAwareness #Podcast #PodcastCommunity #TheJourney #SuccessIsSubjectivePodcast #TheUnpavedRoad #PFCAudioVideo #OasisAscentRtc #OasisAscent #TeenHelp #FamilyCrisis #ASDTeen 

Telecom Reseller
Mutare Expands Voice Security with Webex Integration, Podcast

Telecom Reseller

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2025


“Think of it like a voice firewall—protecting enterprises from spam, robocalls, and social engineering before the phone even rings,” said Vicki Sidor, Head of Sales and Channel at Mutare. At WebexOne, Sidor and Brian McDonald, Director of Product Development at Mutare, spoke with Doug Green, Publisher of Technology Reseller News, about how Mutare is reshaping enterprise voice security. Best known for its early innovations in voicemail and transcription, Mutare has pivoted in recent years to become a leader in voice threat defense. McDonald explained that while most organizations invest heavily in data and network protection, the voice channel remains a major vulnerability—one increasingly exploited by scammers, robocalls, and deepfakes. Mutare's solution acts as a pre-call voice firewall, analyzing and scoring inbound traffic before it reaches users. Beyond blocking malicious calls, it provides enterprises with visibility and analytics to identify suspicious patterns within their voice environments. At WebexOne, Mutare previewed its newest innovation—Voice Traffic Score for Webex Calling. The tool integrates directly into Cisco's Control Hub, allowing administrators to manage incoming calls based on security scoring. “Even for organizations not using Webex Calling, our solutions fit across Cisco's entire ecosystem—from SBCs to contact centers and carrier networks,” McDonald said. With partnerships across platforms such as Avaya, Genesys, NICE, and Five9, Mutare remains the only platform-agnostic voice firewall designed to safeguard businesses from social engineering and other voice-based threats. “Every enterprise has email and network firewalls,” Sidor added. “It's time they had one for voice.” More at Mutare.

The Community's Conversation
Money Movers: The Bankers Fueling Columbus' Future

The Community's Conversation

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 48:00


Rates, regulation, and rapid innovation are reshaping banking—and Columbus is at the center of it. This week, regional banking leaders discuss lending trends, financial inclusion, and how Central Ohio's banks fuel growth from small businesses to major projects. They also share what they're watching next and how our region's financial trends might affect your wallet. Featuring: Becky Griffin, Head of Home Lending Servicing & Support Operations, JPMorgan Chase & Co. Brian McDonald, Market Executive, Bank of America Jordan Miller, Chairman & CEO, Adelphi Bank And Ilaria Rawlins, CEO, Fortuna Bank The host is Derrick Clay, President and CEO, The Columbus Chamber of Commerce. This forum was sponsored by Meaden & Moore, Carlile Patchen & Murphy, JPMorgan Chase & Co., TAFT, and Bank of America. The presenting sponsor of the CMC livestream was The Center for Human Kindness at The Columbus Foundation. CMC's livestream partner was The Columbus Dispatch. This forum was also supported by Downtown Columbus, Inc., and The National Veterans Memorial and Museum. This forum was recorded before a live audience at The National Veterans Memorial and Museum in Columbus, Ohio on September 24, 2025.

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara
9/12 Hour 4 - What NFL and College Football Games are We Most Excited For?

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 48:34


Joe George, Brian McDonald, and Sean Mapes discuss the most exciting upcoming games across the NFL and College Football + Which SEC teams could land John Gruden.

Potholes & Politics: Local Maine Issues from A to Z
AI Leveling the Municipal Playing Field

Potholes & Politics: Local Maine Issues from A to Z

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 25:12 Transcription Available


Send us a textIn this edition of MMA's Potholes & Politics hosts Rebecca Lambert and Amanda Campbell are joined by Audra Caler, Camden Town Manager; Kyle Hadyniak, Gray IT & Communications Director; Brian McDonald, MMA IT Director, and Anthony Wilson, Winthrop Town Manager to discuss how AI can support municipal work and services.  The key takeaway from this session is that with practice, policies and responsible use, AI can level the playing field among municipalities by providing access to cost effective professional resources.  

Vanessa and Gallant
07/23 Hour 1 - Are The Astros Thriving Ahead Of Next Week's MLB Trade Deadline?

Vanessa and Gallant

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 53:52


Brian McDonald, Sean Mapes, and AJ Russ fill in on the Paul Gallant Show!

Vanessa and Gallant
07/23 Hour 2 - Are You Confident With The Texans Current O-Line Rotation?

Vanessa and Gallant

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 41:15


Brian McDonald, Sean Mapes, and AJ Russ fill in on the Paul Gallant Show! 

Vanessa and Gallant
07/23 Hour 3 - Hanging With The Boys + Who From The Texans Are you giving the side eye?

Vanessa and Gallant

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 47:14


Brian McDonald, Sean Mapes, and AJ Russ fill in on the Paul Gallant Show! 

AOR Diamonds
Episodio 458 | Crossfire - Episodio exclusivo para mecenas

AOR Diamonds

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 99:05


Agradece a este podcast tantas horas de entretenimiento y disfruta de episodios exclusivos como éste. ¡Apóyale en iVoox! Nueva colección de diamantes, con un playlist absolutamente maravilloso. Estos son los contenidos de la semana: Nuevos: Revlin Project, laguna, Degreed, Tuk Smith, Emotional Fire, Ramonda 35 años de 'Alias'. Tercera obra 'desaparacida' de Giuffria White Widow, Trilogía de remasters Clásicos: Bryan Hughes, Whitesnake, Brian McDonald, John Parr Vandenberg, gira española en noviembre 2025 1380Escucha este episodio completo y accede a todo el contenido exclusivo de AOR Diamonds. Descubre antes que nadie los nuevos episodios, y participa en la comunidad exclusiva de oyentes en https://go.ivoox.com/sq/75094

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara
05/19 Hour 3 - How Much Will CJ Stroud Get Paid on His Next Deal?

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara

Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 46:44


Hour 3 of the Killer B's with Jeremy Branham, and Brian McDonald (filling in for Joel Blank) featured... Which $53m QB doesn't belong? How much is Stroud going to get? Would you give him $60m? Is it time for the Astros to move on from Brendan Rodgers? Is he a Tampa Bay Ray or a ____? PLUS, our Car Wrecks of the Day!

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara
05/15 Hour 3 - Biggest Storylines for Each Game on the Texans 2025 Schedule

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 45:00


Hour 3 of the Killer B's with Joel Blank, and Brian McDonald, filling in for Jeremy Branham What's the biggest storyline for each game on the Texans 2025 schedule? PLUS, our Car Wreck of the Day!

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara
04/25 Hour 2 - Rockets MUST Take Advantage of the Jimmy Butler Injury

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 50:57


Hour 2 of the Killer B's with Jeremy Branham, and Brian McDonald filling in for Joel Blank Astros TV voice Todd Kalas joined us for his weekly visit to discuss the team's better play of late, who might be the odd man out when injured starting pitchers start getting healthy, if Christian Walker has started to turn it around, and the seasons by Josh Hader, Bryan King, Hunter Brown, and more! Rockets must take advantage of a potential break in this series. Flew under the radar with the draft but Jimmy Butler is in “serious jeopardy” to play in game 3 Plus the worst takes of the got roasted during Bad Take BLVD

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara
04/25 Hour 1 - Did the Texans Make the Right Move Trading Out of the 1st Round?

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 49:48


Hour 1 of the Killer B's with Jeremy Branham, and Brian McDonald filling in for Joel Blank! Did the Texans make a mistake trading out of the 1st round of the NFL Draft? What should the Texans have done? What do we hope they do today in the 2nd and 3rd round?

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara
04/08 Hour 3 - Talking Points About Coogs Loss That Annoy Us + Car Wreck of the Day!

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 45:21


Hour 3 of the Killer B's with Joel Blank, and Brian McDonald included more conversation about Coogs-Florida, the Nuggets making a surprising coaching move, plus their Car Wrecks of the Day!

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara
03/04 Hour 3 - Which Young Astros Should Dana Brown Be Looking to Extend?

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 43:09


Hour 3 of the Killer B's with Joel Blank, and Brian McDonald filling in for Jeremy Branham Which young Astros should Dana Brown be looking to extend? KaXiam on Reddit with a fun question, if you won 3 titles in the next 30 years, how would you situate them? PLUS, our Car Wreck of the Day!

Princeton Podcast
Brian McDonald, Princeton Councilman

Princeton Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 32:16


In Episode 59 of The Princeton Podcast, our podcast host, mayor Mark Freda welcomed Brian McDonald, Princeton's recently elected town councilman. Brian has been deeply involved in Princeton for years—most recently serving on the school board, as well as coaching in the Princeton Little League, and sitting on the boards of organizations including Sustainable Princeton and the Watershed Institute. In this episode, Brian discusses his transition from the school board to town council, his priorities for local government, and how he plans to address key issues such as municipal finances, sustainability, and community services.I enjoyed meeting Brian McDonald, learning about his community engagement and future plans for town council. I trust you will enjoy this episode, as well. ~ Kenneth Greenberg, Princeton Podcast Producer

Irish Tech News Audio Articles
MoneyNeverSleeps | The Art of Startup Exits | Brian McDonald from Bay Advisory

Irish Tech News Audio Articles

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2025 5:09


Brian McDonald is a partner at Bay Advisory, a corporate finance firm helping founders navigate funding, scaling, and exiting their businesses. Brian first joined the show in 2021, and now, four years later, he returns to share updated insights on startup exits, valuations, and the evolving market landscape. From the importance of staying true to your business identity to understanding deal structuring and negotiation tactics, Brian breaks down what founders need to know before, during, and after an exit. He also shares his thoughts on current trends, including valuation shifts, the rise of AI-driven businesses, and the significance of knowing when to walk away from a deal. If you're a founder planning your next fundraising round or thinking about an exit, this episode is packed with actionable advice and real-world examples that you won't want to miss. Key Takeaways: 1. Stay True to Your Business Identity: Many founders feel pressured to present their business as a SaaS or AI-driven venture to attract investors, but Brian emphasizes the importance of positioning your business based on what it truly is rather than shaping it to fit investor expectations. 2. Avoid Venture Capital If You Plan to Keep Your Business Long-Term: If you're building a business to own and operate for life, taking on investors expecting a return may not be the right move. Transparency about your vision is crucial in aligning with the right partners. 3. Consider Alternatives to Full Exits: Founders don't have to sell their entire company to achieve financial security. Partial exits or taking some cash off the table while continuing to scale can be viable options. 4. Valuation Challenges in Today's Market: Valuations fluctuate, and generic revenue multiples can be misleading. Founders should focus on comparable deals and be realistic about their company's value in the current market conditions. 5. Earnouts and Deal Structuring: Few exits involve a full cash payout at closing. Earnouts based on future performance are common, and founders should aim for turnover-based earnouts rather than EBITDA-based, as buyers can manipulate EBITDA figures. 6. Know Your 'No' and Be Ready to Walk Away: Understanding your bottom line in negotiations is critical. If a deal isn't right, having the confidence to walk away can save founders from making costly mistakes. Notable Quotes from Brian McDonald: "If you plan to keep your business for life, avoid taking on investors who expect a return." "The key question I ask a founder thinking about an exit is 'What is it that you really want to do?" "The best founders say to investors 'This is my business, this is what I'm doing. If this doesn't fit for you as an investor, that's okay, I'll bootstrap." Market Trends and Strategic Insights: Longer Deal Timelines: Exit processes that once took six months are now stretching to 9-12 months due to market shifts. AI Bubble: Many businesses are branding themselves as AI-driven when they're not, which mirrors past trends seen with blockchain startups. Corporate vs. PE Buyers: Corporates focus on strategic fit, while PE firms prioritize financials and growth potential. Importance of Data Rooms: Keeping updated documentation can streamline fundraising or an acquisition process when the time comes. Guest Details: Brian McDonald, Partner at Bay Advisory Email: brian@bayadvisory.ie Website: BayAdvisory.ie LinkedIn: Brian McDonald Resources & Links: Listen to Brian's first appearance on MoneyNeverSleeps in 2021 (episodes 118 and 119, Words of Advice, Parts 1 &2) Learn more about Bay Advisory and their advisory services for founders Brian referred to the book A Slight Edge by Jeff Olson in focusing on your niche at the earliest stages Leave a review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts Spotify MoneyNeverSleeps (website) Email us: info@norioventures.com Follow on X(Twitter): Pete Townsend: https://twitter.com/petetownsendnv MoneyNeverSleeps: https://twitter.com/MNSshow Follow on LinkedIn: Pete Townse...

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara
01/15 Hour 3 - How Would You Grade the Astros' Offseason to Date?

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2025 45:34


Hour 3 of the Killer B's featured Joel Blank and Brian McDonald, filling in for Jeremy Branham, discussing the Astros offseason. How would you grade the Astros' offseason to date? What can they still realistically do to make it a great offseason?

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara
01/10 Hour 2 - Rockets with The Athletic's Kelly Iko + Who Said It, and Texans Mailbag!

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2025 48:32


Hour 2 of the Killer B's with Joel Blank, and Jeremy Branham included... The guys talked Rockets with Kelly Iko who covers the team and the NBA for The Athletic "Don't ignore in victory what you wouldn't in defeat..." with Joel's thoughts on the Rockets vs Grizzlies game last night Joel and Jeremy try to defeat producer Brian McDonald in 'Who Said It' PLUS, they answered your questions during a Texans Mailbag segment

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara
12/19 Hour 3 - What Are the Worst Eras in Houston Sports?

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2024 41:22


Hour 3 of the Killer B's with Jeremy Branham, and Brian McDonald filling in for Joel Blank, included... Now that we've been reminded of Jack Easterby during Bad Take BLVD, unfortunately, what's the worst era of Houston sports? Wheel of Bits returns! Including proper elevator etiquette being hotly debated! PLUS, our Car Wreck of the Day!

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara
12/19 Hour 2 - We LOVE This Texans Defense!

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2024 49:12


Hour 2 of the Killer B's with Jeremy Branham, and Brian McDonald filling in for Joel Blank, included... Jeremy is difficult to please, but he has an admission to make; he loves this Texans defense! Adam Ronis from 'The Fantasy Life' on Sirius/XM joined the show for his weekly visit to help us set our playoff semifinal lineups in fantasy football PLUS, the worst takes of the week got roasted during Bad Take BLVD!

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara
12/19 Hour 1 - Could Nolan Arenado Rejecting the Astros Lead to Bregman's Return?

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2024 50:33


Hour 1 of the Killer B's with Jeremy Branham, and Brian McDonald filling in for Joel Blank, included... Could Arenado Rejecting the Astros Lead to Alex Bregman's Return? Jeremy doesn't like the coddling of Tytus Howard one bit PLUS, conversations with Kansas City radio host Alex Gold about Chiefs-Texans, and Lee Sterling from Paramount Sports for betting picks for this weeks biggest games

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara
12/18 Hour 3 - No Half Measures, Astros Should Trade Framber Valdez

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2024 46:15


Hour 3 of the Killer B's with Joel Blank, plus Brian McDonald and Garret Williams filling in for Jeremy Branham, included... No half measures: If they're willing to trade Tucker, the Astros MUST trade Framber too JJ Watt sheds more light on an embarrassing Jack Easterby moment with the Texans PLUS, our Car Wreck of the Day!

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara
12/10 Hour 3 - How Worried Are You About the Dolphins Matchup for the Texans?

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2024 43:53


Hour 3 of the Killer B's with Joel Blank, and Brian McDonald filling in for Jeremy Branham Most of the hour was answering Joel's question, "Is just me or does it feel like the Texans are going to drop the next 3 and make the last game of the regular season matter?" PLUS, our Car Wreck of the Day!

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara
12/09 Hour 3 - Can Kenyon Green Actually Be a Factor Again This Season?

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2024 46:03


Hour 3 of the Killer B's with Joel Blank, Jeremy Branham, and producer Brian McDonald included... Can Kenyon Green actually be a factor again this season for the Texans? We celebrate the best players from this past weekend of NFL action during 'Game Balls' What were our hottest questions and takes from Week 14 of NFL action? PLUS, our Car Wreck of the Day!

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara
12/09 Hour 2 - Did the College Football Playoff Committee Get It Right?

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2024 47:51


Hour 2 of the Killer B's with Joel Blank, Jeremy Branham, and producer Brian McDonald included... Did the college football playoff committee get it right? What do you believe now in college football? What have been your worst fashion mistakes? PLUS, your questions during "Mailbag Monday"

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara
12/09 Hour 1 - Is Alex Bregman a $200 Million Player?

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2024 53:28


Hour 1 of the Killer B's with Joel Blank, Jeremy Branham, and producer Brian McDonald included... Is the Rockets hot start to the season fool's gold, or are they for real? Winter meetings started today, what's your big Astros' offseason questions? Is Alex Bregman a $200 million man? Juan Soto isn't even worth $51m a year right now, much less at the end of his deal

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara
12/05 Hour 1 - Are We Overblowing How Big of a Loss Azeez Al-Shaair Will Be for the Texans?

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2024 53:57


Hour 1 of the Killer B's with Joel Blank, Jeremy Branham, and producer Brian McDonald included... Yesterday's timeline with the appeal of Azeez Al-Shaair's suspension, and who the arbiter was, deserves an investigation Are we overblowing how big of a loss Azeez will be for the Texans? PLUS, Lee Sterling from Paramount Sports joined the show to give out his picks for the weekend's best games including SMU vs Clemson, Texas vs Georgia, and Kansas City vs LAC

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara
12/05 Hour 2 - Can the Texans Make a “Push” After the Bye?

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2024 47:40


Hour 2 of the Killer B's with Joel Blank, Jeremy Branham, and producer Brian McDonald included... Can the Texans make a “push” after the bye? Which teams currently OUT of the NFL playoffs currently have the best chance to be IN by the end of the season? The worst takes of the week got roasted during 'Bad Take BLVD' PLUS, a conversation with fantasy football expert Adam Ronis to help us get our Week 14 lineups set

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara
12/05 Hour 3 - Did the Astros Lowball Alex Bregman with Recent Contract Offer?

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2024 43:08


Hour 3 of the Killer B's with Joel Blank, Jeremy Branham, and producer Brian McDonald included... CJ Stroud has been fine, and the talk of a sophomore slump has been far overblown Leaked details of a new contract offer from the Astros to Alex Bregman have come out; did the Astros lowball him? Would you consider trading for Cody Bellinger despite his past criticisms of the team? PLUS, our Car Wreck of the Day!

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara
11/20 Hour 3 - Blessan or Stressan Social Media Fights with Paul Gallant

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2024 45:06


Hour 3 of the Killer B's with Jeremy Branham, and Brian McDonald filling in for Joel Blank This hour included... Garret Williams, @Texanscommenter, joined the show to break down his Twitter fight with Paul Gallant, and hit us with his "Blessan or Stressan" Texans questions Who's in your DAWG House this week? PLUS, Car Wrecks of Day!

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara
11/14 Hour 3 - What is the Ceiling of DeMeco Ryans as a Head Coach?

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2024 48:13


Hour 3 of the Killer B's with Joel Blank, Jeremy Branham, and Brian McDonald included... What is the ceiling of DeMeco Ryans as a head coach? Is that even a fair question to ask right now? Who will get the most heat if the Texans lose to the Cowboys PLUS our 'Car Wreck of the Day'

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara
11/13 Hour 3 - What's Disappointed You Most with the Texans Through 10 games?

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2024 44:19


Hour 3 of the Killer B's with Joel Blank, alongside Brian McDonald and Garret Williams filling in for Jeremy Branham What's disappointed you most with the Texans through 10 games? Which last place NFL team has the brightest future? Our 'Car Wreck of the Day'!

Creative Pep Talk
475- The Anatomy of Storytelling and Where to Start, With Brian McDonald

Creative Pep Talk

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2024 69:09


Why do we tell stories? What is my story? How and where do I even start? This episode is a conversation with award-winning screenwriter, director and author Brian McDonald about the why, what and how of telling stories. We dive deep into the process of finding substance, building structure and connecting with others. ---------------- Show Notes ---------------- Brian McDonald https://writeinvisibleink.com/ https://www.instagram.com/writeinvisibleink/ Books https://writeinvisibleink.com/#books Invisible Ink Land of the Dead Previous episode with Brian: http://creativepeptalk.com/326 SPONSORS: Squarespace Head to https://www.squarespace.com/PEPTALK to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code PEPTALK

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara
08/16 Hour 2 - Justin Verlander, or Kyle Tucker... Who Do the Astros Need Back More?

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2024 45:43


Hour 2 of the Killer B's with Joel Blank, and Jeremy Branham! This hour included... Who do the Astros need back more, Verlander or Tucker? Let's be honest, the Astros are rotating mediocrity with all of their minor league callups Their weekly visit with Astros TV voice Todd Kalas with thoughts on Bregman's injury, Verlander's return nearing, the White Sox series this weekend, and more! Who Said It? Can Joel and Jeremy get a win back on Brian McDonald?

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara
07/26 Hour 1 - Other AL West Teams Making Moves

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2024 51:31


Hour 1 of the Killer B's with Joel Blank, and Brian McDonald filling in for Jeremy Branham! This hour included: Randy Arozarena to the M's  Who are the Astros' remaining options? Garret Greene joins the show to talk about progress on the farm Is the Astros/Dodgers matchup a rivalry?

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara
07/26 Hour 3 - How Much Credit does Caserio Deserve?

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2024 45:04


Hour 3 of the Killer B's with Joel Blank, and Brian McDonald filling in for Jeremy Branham! This hour included: Nick Caserio from hated to praised Should the amount of 1 score games in 2023 worry Texans fans? NFL Starting QB odds Car wreck of the day

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara
07/26 Hour 2 - Texans Training Camp Updates

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2024 47:48


Hour 2 of the Killer B's with Joel Blank, and Brian McDonald filling in for Jeremy Branham! This hour included: Todd Kalas joins the show to talk deadline Travis Johnson joins to talk Texans Training Camp Who said it?

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The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara
07/25 Hour 3 - Cal Quantril Said WHAT?

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2024 41:39


Hour 3 of the Killer B's with Joel Blank, and Brian McDonald filling in for Jeremy Branham! This hour included:  Bad take boulevard Gene Peterson passes away What goes on a burger? Rockies and Red Sox bench clearing incident

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara
07/25 Hour 2 - Astros vs Dodgers Series Preview

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2024 46:50


Hour 2 of the Killer B's with Joel Blank, and Brian McDonald filling in for Jeremy Branham! This hour included: Joe Mixon's injury concerns Heidi Watney joins the show to preview the upcoming series Should the 'Stros call up Leon if they can't obtain a bat? Who else can play first for the Astros?

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara
07/25 Hour 1 - Hunter Brown is in the Zone

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2024 55:01


Hour 1 of the Killer B's with Joel Blank, and Brian McDonald filling in for Jeremy Branham! This hour included: Hunter brown shines again, but there are still questions. What are the Astros doing at the deadline? Kamari Lassiter is the new CB2 What is Cam Akers role in Houston? Texans defense is dominating at training camp

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara
07/24 Hour 1 - What Must Astros Do To Be World Series Caliber?

The Press Box with Joel Blank and Nick Sharara

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2024 52:16


Hour 1 of the Killer B's with Joel Blank, and Brian McDonald filling in for Jeremy Branham! This hour included... reaction to The Astros losing the serie with the Oakland A's do the Astros have enough prospect to make a big impact trade?

Creative Pep Talk
448 - Creative Pep Talk's 4 Essential Components to the Thriving Creative Practice

Creative Pep Talk

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2024 68:14


THIS EPISODE IS FOR YOU IF: You feel super inconsistent in your creative practice You're work isn't going anywhere because it happens in fits and starts You're relationship to your work is like a on again off again thing and you're ready to make at least a short term commitment STICK UNTIL THE END: I will give you are the 4 essentials to a thriving creative practice and a journal prompt to figure out which you're missing - or which you need to add SHOW NOTES Book Mentions: "A Sunday with Everything on It" by Andy J. Pizza and Kyle Scheele "Emotional Agility" by Susan David "Deep Work" by Cal Newport "Slow Productivity" by Cal Newport "Invisible Ink" by Brian McDonald