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Politics, near fistfights, courtroom drama, and Minnesota controversy — this episode has everything.We start with the political shake-up in Washington after Kristi Noem was removed as Secretary of Homeland Security and President Donald Trump tapped Markwayne Mullin as the replacement. Mullin says he's ready for the job… but many people remember the time he almost turned a Senate hearing into an MMA match with Teamsters president Sean O'Brien. Yes, a Senate hearing almost turned into a pay-per-view event.Then we dive into powerful testimony from the wife of fallen Cincinnati police officer Larry Henderson, who spoke to the State of Ohio about the disturbing trend of crowdfunding for accused cop killers and what it means for victims' families.Meanwhile in Minnesota, questions keep swirling around fraud investigations and why Governor Tim Walz hasn't said more about it. Is it politics, policy, or just another example of government silence when people want answers?From Washington shakeups to courtroom emotion and political accountability, this episode is packed with hot takes, sarcasm, and the kind of conversations you won't hear on the evening news.Grab a drink, buckle up, and join the chaos.#murphyengraving #mullin #noem Follow us on: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Apple, Spotify!! REMEMBER TO SUBSCRIBE…DOWNLOAD ON ALL YOUR AUDIO PLATFORMS…AND LEAVE A 5 STAR RATING AND REVIEW ON APPLE & SPOTIFY!!!New Sponsor: Murphy Engraving-Reach out to Kevin for all your engraving needs! murphyengraving@gmail.com 513-616-6463 FACEBOOK: MURPHY ENGRAVINGINSTAGRAM: MURPHY_ENGRAVINGTell him One More & I'm Outta Here sent ya!!!!Support the show
Tunes: O'Farrell: Humours of Glen, Daniel the Sun, Daniel the Sun, Yemen o Knock, Galloway Tom, Castle Town Hunt, Bannocks of Barley Meal James Oswald: Mary Scott William McGibbon: Mary Scot John Brysson: Humours of Glen, John Brysson/Stephen McNally: Humours of Glen Matt Seattle: Humours of Glen Neil Gow & Sons: The Humours of Glen Broadside Courtesy of Jack Campin: The Humours of Glen John Rook: Humours of Glen Goodman: The Humours of Glyn(n), The Humours of Glynn Goodman Tunes Trio ( Mick O'Brien, Emer Mayock, Aoife Ní Bhriain ) The Humours of Glynn, Eliza Ross: Alasdair of the Stoups, The Big Foot of the Deceitful One Nicolas Brown: Daniel the Sun, +X+X+ Check out the Goodman Tunes Trio's ( Mick O'Brien, Emer Mayock, Aoife Ní Bhriain ) Album Here: https://goodmantunestrio.bandcamp.com/album/more-tunes-from-the-goodman-manuscripts Check out Nicolas Brown's Album here: https://nicolasbrown.bandcamp.com/album/good-enough-music-for-them-who-love-it Read Matt Seattle's Humours of Glen Common Stock article here: https://j3site.lbps.net/index.php/common-stock/archive-issues/369-common-stock-june-2017 Read Jack Campin's book/website here: http://www.campin.me.uk/ More Notes to come soon, or email me for links to the different settings. Tunebook https://www.patreon.com/posts/season-10-6-part-152449049?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link Here are some ways you can support the show: You can support the Podcast by joining the Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/wetootwaag You can also take a minute to leave a review of the podcast if you listen on Itunes! Tell your piping and history friends about the podcast! Checkout my Merch Store on Bagpipeswag: https://www.bagpipeswag.com/wetootwaag You can also support me by Buying my Albums on Bandcamp: https://jeremykingsbury.bandcamp.com/ You can now buy physical CDs of my albums using this Kunaki link: https://kunaki.com/msales.asp?PublisherId=166528&pp=1 You can just send me an email at wetootwaag@gmail.com letting me know what you thought of the episode! Listener mail keeps me going! Finally I have some other support options here: https://www.wetootwaag.com/support Thanks! Listen on Itunes/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wetootwaags-bagpipe-and-history-podcast/id129776677 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5QxzqrSm0pu6v8y8pLsv5j?si=QLiG0L1pT1eu7B5_FDmgGA
In Georgia, most abortions are illegal after six weeks, which is often before most people even realize that they are pregnant. At one abortion clinic in Atlanta, Tracii, the head of security, spends her days guiding patients past shouting protestors of megaphones, and into the clinic where she assures them that they are safe. In this episode, Maria Hinojosa interviews producers, Soledad O’Brien and Rose Arce about their Oscar nominated documentary, The Devil Is Busy, which follows a day in the life of this abortion clinic after the fall of Roe. Latino USA is the longest-running news and culture radio program in the U.S., centering Latino stories and hosted by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Maria Hinojosa. Follow the show to get every episode. Want to support our independent journalism? Join Futuro+ for exclusive episodes, sneak peeks and behind-the-scenes chisme on Latino USA and all our podcasts. Follow us on TikTok and YouTube. Subscribe to our newsletter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#806 What if video games aren't just entertainment — but the foundation for the next generation's education, careers, and even professional sports? In Part 1 of this two-part episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with Titus Walker, founder and CEO of the Ultimate Endgamers League (UEL), to explore how gaming is evolving into a massive global industry and a powerful platform for skill development. Titus shares his journey from real estate development into building what he calls the “UFC of gaming,” a multi-genre competitive league designed to identify the world's best all-around gamers while teaching real-life skills like decision-making, strategy, and hand-eye coordination. Together, Brien and Titus dive into the business model behind UEL, the growing opportunities within the gaming ecosystem, and why meeting the next generation where they already spend their time — inside video games — could transform both education and entrepreneurship! What we discuss with Titus: + Size of the gaming industry + Creating the “UFC of gaming” + Multi-genre competition model + Real-life skills from gaming + Path from gamer to pro + League monetization strategy + Partnerships with game developers + Gaming as education tool + Youth camps & skill development + Future of digital sports and careers Thank you, Titus! Check out Ultimate Endgamers League at UELEsports.com. To get access to our FREE Business Training course go to MillionaireUniversity.com/training. To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#807 What if video games could become the gateway to future careers, real-world skills, and an entirely new generation of professional opportunities? In Part 2 of this two-part conversation, the future of gaming comes into even sharper focus as host Brien Gearin continues his discussion with Titus Walker, founder and CEO of the Ultimate Endgamers League (UEL). The conversation expands beyond competitive gaming into education, workforce development, and entrepreneurship, exploring how video games can teach real-world skills like problem-solving, resilience, and even trade-based abilities through simulation. Titus shares how UEL is positioning itself as the infrastructure layer of the gaming ecosystem — a platform designed to connect gamers, developers, and communities while lowering barriers to entry through AI and accessible game creation. Together, Brien and Titus unpack the evolving business model behind gaming, the parallels to platforms like Spotify and Netflix, and why building purpose-driven opportunities around gaming could shape the next generation of careers, learning, and digital sports! What we discuss with Titus: + Gaming teaches real-world skills + Problem-solving & resilience + Gamified trade education + Lowering barriers to careers + AI transforming game development + UEL platform business model + “Spotify for gaming” concept + Building owned gaming infrastructure + In-person + online competitions + Overcoming gaming stigma Thank you, Titus! Check out Ultimate Endgamers League at UELEsports.com. To get access to our FREE Business Training course go to MillionaireUniversity.com/training. To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Artificial intelligence continues to advance, but the debate over its economic consequences takes place mostly in two separate spheres: amongst the technologists developing the technology and the workers whose jobs may be transformed by it. As technology gets deployed, the question is no longer whether it will reshape the labor market, but who will benefit and who will bear the costs.American Compass co-hosted a recent Labor + AI Summit in Washington, D.C., where Oren moderated a conversation between Alex Karp, CEO of Palantir, and Sean O'Brien, General President of the International Brotherhood of the Teamsters. They discuss how AI may shift labor demand away from white-collar professions, the risks of deepening economic inequality if workers are excluded from the conversation, and why labor must have a “seat at the table” as new technologies are implemented. They also explore the role of unions, the pressures globalization and immigration have placed on wages, and what it would take to ensure that AI strengthens rather than destabilizes the American middle class.
The story of a basketball star who almost wasn't.
In this episode, we are joined by Brien Lundin, Editor of the Gold Newsletter and host of the prestigious New Orleans Investment Conference. Brien provides an insider's recap of the recent PDAC and MIF conferences in Toronto, sharing why he believes the resource sector is currently on the verge of a historic re-rating. Key Discussion Points: Market Sentiment and PDAC Recap: Brien discusses the overwhelming enthusiasm at recent industry conferences, noting that for the first time in years, the vast majority of companies are presenting fundamentally strong investment arguments. The Power of Cut-Off Grades: As gold prices reach new heights, companies are recalculating their resources. Brian explains how dropping a cut-off grade can instantly increase a project's defined ounces by 50% to 100%, significantly boosting the bottom line. Production vs. Exploration Dynamics: While majors are maximizing production to capture high margins, Brien highlights why the exploration end of the market remains the most exciting area for triple-digit returns. Strategic Stock Picks: Brien shares his current outlook on specific companies, including Prospector Metals (PPP.V) and Cassiar Gold (GLDC.V), as well as emerging opportunities in critical metals like tungsten through Spartan Metals (SPAT.CN). A Dual Bull Market: We explore the rare occurrence of a simultaneous secular bull market in both monetary metals (gold and silver) and base metals (copper), driven by intense supply constraints and high demand from the tech sector. Click here to learn more about the New Orleans Investment Conference on November 2-5. - https://rebrand.ly/NOIC2025 Companies Mentioned: Prospector Metals Corp. (TSX-V: PPP) Cassiar Gold Corp. (TSX-V: GLDC) Spartan Metals Corp. (CSE: SPAT) T2 Metals Corp. (TSX-V: TWO) Vizsla Silver Corp. (TSX-V: VZLA) ------------------- For more market commentary & interview summaries, subscribe to our Substacks: The KE Report: https://kereport.substack.com/ Shad's resource market commentary: https://excelsiorprosperity.substack.com/ Investment Disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell any security or investment product. Investing in equities, commodities, really everything involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Guests and hosts may own shares in companies mentioned.
We're back, and we're joined by "The Killbilly" Nathan Mowery!Man, this one goes places we never expected... From being home schooled at a saw mill to working for DDP & being trained by Luther and Jimmy Wang Yang, Mowery's journey has been one of a kind! If anything sums up this interview for me, it's this quote: "I've been on fire enough times to know how long I can be on fire". Don't miss this one!Links:Debut Match vs Tank:https://youtu.be/UEMcZu_a6z0?si=JeSVReFp_BjwDp8ABest Matches:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpMK7fJgu7Fk9XcjCBkxfft1vkD9h_d23&si=Mw5f8xJVs5uszcn9Blood & Honey:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpMK7fJgu7Fn6m73txLRSUtYuM9d96S0n&si=fTGxBvSlmR1KnaVlLISTEN & LINKS HERE: https://linktr.ee/facesfeelscastWatch every Dude, Where's My Ring? Show FOR FREE On YouTube:https://youtube.com/@DWMRPerth?si=MDiTqw8U99PfIzQbFollow on social media: @dwmrperthThis episode & every episode of Faces & Feels is dedicated to the memory of Sean Patrick O'Brien. Thank you for being my friend & believing in me.RIP SPO. #SPOFOREVERSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hit-the-books-realistic-wwe-fantasy-booking/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Send a textOn this episode we explain why we unexpectedly took a week off. We discuss which was better, the cover or the original…we talk rock hall nominees, play “Poorly Explained Movies”, MixTape, and we climb the Wall of Tunes for one of O'Brien's Desert Island Albums from a guy who used to get mistaken for the Boss. #rrhof #rickspringfieldhttps://www.facebook.com/obrienanddoug/ https://instagram.com/obrien_and_doug
We're back, and we're joined by "The Killbilly" Nathan Mowery!Man, this one goes places we never expected... From being home schooled at a saw mill to working for DDP & being trained by Luther and Jimmy Wang Yang, Mowery's journey has been one of a kind! If anything sums up this interview for me, it's this quote: "I've been on fire enough times to know how long I can be on fire". Don't miss this one!Links:Debut Match vs Tank:https://youtu.be/UEMcZu_a6z0?si=JeSVReFp_BjwDp8ABest Matches:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpMK7fJgu7Fk9XcjCBkxfft1vkD9h_d23&si=Mw5f8xJVs5uszcn9Blood & Honey:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpMK7fJgu7Fn6m73txLRSUtYuM9d96S0n&si=fTGxBvSlmR1KnaVlLISTEN & LINKS HERE: https://linktr.ee/facesfeelscastWatch every Dude, Where's My Ring? Show FOR FREE On YouTube:https://youtube.com/@DWMRPerth?si=MDiTqw8U99PfIzQbFollow on social media: @dwmrperthThis episode & every episode of Faces & Feels is dedicated to the memory of Sean Patrick O'Brien. Thank you for being my friend & believing in me.RIP SPO. #SPOFOREVERSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/faces-and-feels/donations
With over 100,000 Australians stuck in the Middle East, Shadow Foreign Minister Ted O’Brien revealed why citizens are losing faith and seeking help from foreign embassies. Hear why he believes the government has been caught "flat-footed" while other nations lead the way.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Canada's independent broadcasters are waiting to hear back from the CRTC after asking the telecommunications regulator to force Meta to adhere to the Online News Act. CHCH News Director Greg O'Brien joined Newsmakers host Rick Zamperin to explain what's happening and why it's important for the future of local news.
Send a textWelcome to the newest episode of the Serious Privacy podcast, where hosts Paul Breitbarth and Ralph O'Brien address the hot topics of the day with news updates across #privacy, #dataprotection, #security, #AI and #humanrights. No K Royal, who is on a well earned vacation!EDPB, EDPS, ICO, GPA, DUAA and other strings of letters all get discussed!Lots of news, case law, regulatory penalties to discuss including;https://www.edps.europa.eu/data-protection/our-work/publications/events/2026-02-12-data-takes-flight-navigating-privacy-airport_enhttps://ico.org.uk/about-the-ico/media-centre/news-and-blogs/2026/02/reddit-issued-with-1447m-fine-for-children-s-privacy-failures/https://ico.org.uk/media2/fb1br3d4/20260223-iewg-joint-statement-on-ai-generated-imagery.pdfhttps://ico.org.uk/about-the-ico/media-centre/news-and-blogs/2026/02/ico-wins-court-of-appeal-case-in-dsg-retail-ruling/ If you have comments or questions, find us on LinkedIn and Instagram @seriousprivacy, and on BlueSky under @seriousprivacy.eu, @europaulb.seriousprivacy.eu, @heartofprivacy.bsky.app and @igrobrien.seriousprivacy.eu, and email podcast@seriousprivacy.eu. Rate and Review us! From Season 6, our episodes are edited by Fey O'Brien. Our intro and exit music is Channel Intro 24 by Sascha Ende, licensed under CC BY 4.0. with the voiceover by Tim Foley.
NBA News, NFL News, MLB News, WNBA News, NHL News, Fox shows, ABC shows, CBS Show, NBC shows, A Farewell to Neil Sedaka, Lauren Chapin, Oilver Grant, Bobby J Brown, Joe Benson, Bruce Froemming, Wayne Granger, Dominiq Ponder, Devonta Lee, Maria O'Brien, Robert Cosby Jr & Chase Pistone!
No podcast do Balde do Odo de hoje, Luiz “Morn” Castanheira, Alexandre Bortuluci e Mariana “Kira” Gamberger recebem o convidado Ivanildo Pereira para discutir sobre o décimo primeiro episódio da quinta temporada de Deep Space Nine, “The Darkness And The Light”. Membros do grupo de resistência Shakaar estão sendo mortos e Kira recebe mensagens enigmáticas a respeito. Logo fica claro que existe um plano de vingança contra membros da Resistência, e Kira está no centro dele. Grávida do filho dos O’Brien, Kira se sente impotente de não poder atuar na investigação, mas quando dois queridos amigos são mortos ela resolve ir atrás do responsável. Ouça em nosso player agora ou baixe nos agregadores de podcast. [redes] Para saber mais sobre Deep Space Nine, acesse o Guia de Episódios de Deep Space Nine! O post Balde do Odo #111 The Darkness And The Light apareceu primeiro em Trek Brasilis.
Send a textLet's talk about a legend! Keith O'Brien joins me to talk Heartland: A Forgotten Place, an Impossible Dream, and the Miracle of Larry Bird.Buy HeartlandCheck out Keith's websiteSupport the show
John 1 | Who is God? We all might have different images of God in our minds. The Bible shows us who God is through Jesus.Message by Guest Speaker Peter O'Brien, Wagga WaggaAnthony Webb, Pastor Ariah Park Baptist Church
Jim welcomes award-winning journalist and New York Times best-selling author Keith O'Brien to discuss his new book, “Heartland: A Forgotten Place, an Impossible Dream, and the Miracle of Larry Bird." First, Keith and Jim discuss Larry Bird's unsung supporting cast on the 1979 Indiana State team (14:42). Next, they cover the "what if" scenario of Larry Bird playing all four seasons of his college career for Bobby Knight at Indiana University, before deciding who the GOAT of Indiana basketball is between John Wooden, Larry Bird, and Oscar Robertson (19:06). Finally, they debate whether we will ever see another Larry Bird again in college basketball (40:06).
Republican NH01 primary candidate Hollie Noveletsky calls it a 'slap in the face' to Granite Staters and the country when Rep. Chris Pappas refused to stand and support the statement that the first duty of government is to protect American citizens over illegal aliens.Noveletsky also doubled down on her support for tariff and trade policy that she says protects American workers, and she argues that manufacturing can't come back to New England as long as blue-state energy policies keep electricity costs high.Plus: Comms expert Scott Spradling and former GOP Speaker of the House Bill O'Brien join the "Rank Punditry" panel to talk about the impact of the ICE facility's demise on Democratic hopes to defeat Gov. Kelly Ayotte, and why the NH DOJ's legal challenge to the Claremont school funding decisions is actually the biggest news in New Hampshire.Sponsored by Perfect Smiles of Nashua.Want to support NHJournal? Just click here!
Lance talks with Mike Petraglia about the NFL Combine and author Keith O'Brien about his new Larry Bird book. lance also talks Reds Spring Training and FC Cincy.
Keith joins Sports Talk to discuss his new book Heartland: A Forgotten Place, an Impossible Dream, and the Miracle of Larry Bird.
Keith O’Brien joins Stugotz to discuss his upcoming book Heartland: A Forgotten Place, an Impossible Dream, and the Miracle of Larry Bird, a deep dive into the roots, rise, and lasting legacy of Larry Bird. O’Brien shares untold stories about Bird’s upbringing in small-town Indiana and reveals how close we came to never knowing the story of Larry Bird, who could have faded into obscurity after leaving Bobby Knight’s Indiana program. Could a 1978–79 Indiana State team happen in today's college basketball, and why were the Sycamores never able to capitalize on having one of the best basketball players ever? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#794 Most entrepreneurs don't have a revenue problem — they have a “where did the money go?” problem. In Part 1 of this two-part conversation, host Brien Gearin sits down with Bobby Hoyt — founder of Stellar Brands, CEO of The Bottom Line, and creator behind Millennial Money Man — to unpack why “knowing your numbers” is non-negotiable if you want to build a business that actually pays you. Bobby shares his journey from high school band director to entrepreneur, how a mentor helped him pay off student loans and take the leap, and the hard lessons that come from running your business on “napkin math.” Together, Brien and Bobby dig into why most entrepreneurs get blindsided at tax time, what it really means to have a proactive tax strategy, and how systems like Profit First (and the right bookkeeping/CPA team) can bring clarity, stability, and confidence to your cash flow — so you can grow without hitting the financial “electric fence!” What we discuss with Bobby: + Why entrepreneurs must know their numbers + The danger of “napkin math” finances + Bobby's journey from teacher to CEO + How mentors accelerate business growth + Why revenue doesn't equal personal income + The importance of proactive tax strategy + Common CPA and bookkeeping mistakes + How Profit First stabilizes cash flow + Paying yourself consistently as an owner + Building financial systems that scale with growth Thank you, Bobby! Check out Stellar Brands at StellarBrands.com. Check out The Bottom Line (TBL) at TheBottomLineCPA.com. Check out Brilliant Bookkeeper. To get access to our FREE Business Training course go to MillionaireUniversity.com/training. To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 17:15:00 GMT http://relay.fm/conduit/122 http://relay.fm/conduit/122 Kathy Campbell and Jay Miller Jay is gone again, so Kathy brings back Merlin Mann to discuss productivity porn as well as a ton of other topics of import. Jay is gone again, so Kathy brings back Merlin Mann to discuss productivity porn as well as a ton of other topics of import. clean 5583 Jay is gone again, so Kathy brings back Merlin Mann to discuss productivity porn as well as a ton of other topics of import. Guest Starring: Merlin Mann Links and Show Notes: Checked Connections - Merlin ✅ - Working on collecting the old sites and Fives list - Kathy ✅ - Get ready for unicorning cowork Keep sending those MyConduit Connections to us on Discord and through Feedback! New Connections - Merlin - Keep working on the site thing - Kathy - Take things to the post office For Our Super Conductors: Pre-Show: LIDar on iOS. How do you know if you're ladder is against the right wall? Post-Show: Embracing the chaos Credits Music: When You Smile Executive Producers: Relay FM Discord Community Conduit e122 Links Merlin's One Good Things Where Everybody Knows Your Name: Judy Greer (Ted Danson, Conan O'Brien Network) -- "I went in thinking, oh, this looks really good, and I ended up liking it probably twice as much as I expected." Judy Greer -- Cheryl/Carol on Archer, Kitty Sanchez on Arrested Development. "It was neat to hear her talk about how important it was for her to get better at acting." Typora -- WYSIWYG Markdown editor ($15). "A really nice balance of what I'm looking for" -- discovered through the 5ives redesign work with Claude. Judi Dench speech on The Graham Norton Show -- "Made me cry." Kathy's One Good Thing Flavor Flav sponsoring the US women's hockey team -- Vegas celebration for the gold-medal team. Merlin responded by rapping "Bring the Noise" from memory. Merlin's Shows Do By Friday (with Alex Cox) Reconcilable Differences (with John Siracusa) Roderick on the Line (with John Roderick) Productivity / Publishing Inbox Zero -- "I'm the inbox zero guy." Merlin originated the concept; the world turned it into a marketing term. 43folders.com -- "In 2004, there were not a lot of websites about how to deal with your productivity problems as a Mac user." Back to Work (5by5) -- former podcast David Allen / Getting Things Done -- "He claims he's the laziest man in the world, and I've always admired that he says that." Danny O'Brien and the 2005 ETech "Life Hacks" talk -- "Danny and I are both so addled and odd and different... his energy was just incandescent to be around." The conference where Merlin's laptop had Wi-Fi for the first time. Site Meter -- "There's your life before site meter and your life after site meter." The little GIF badge that counted page loads and launched a million blog vanity spirals. 5ives & Typography 5ives -- Merlin's list site (2002), 450 lists, being revived. "I'm pleased with myself. I like that I made four hundred and fifty lists that some people thought were funny in the 2000s." Matthew Butterick -- fonts, Practical Typography. "One of those people where I'm just interested in your deal," like Simon Willison or Edgar Wright. Merlin bought the entire font set during a bout of situational depression and is finally using them for the 5ives redesign. Movies & TV The Hollow Crown (BBC) -- Trailer. "Look at that stacked cast." Ben Whishaw, Tom Hiddleston, Sophie Okonedo, Rory Kinnear. Merlin told Kathy to buy it on Apple TV "or I can pirate it for you." Kenneth Branagh's Henry V (1989) -- "My number one movie that I recommend." "You don't even need to understand what they're saying. It'll still give you shivers." Mark Rylance: St. Crispin's Day speech at the Globe -- "It gives you a different kind of shivers, like a different part of your neck and your back." Merlin recited part of the speech from memory. The Death of Stalin (2017) -- "A very dark, very funny film" by Armando Iannucci. Veep / The Thick of It -- "It's gonna be difficult difficult lemon difficult." Both Iannucci. Led to Merlin imagining Matthew Butterick as a Veep restaurant reservation alias. Women Talking (2022) / Men (2022) -- Merlin's suggested double feature for mom's night. "Start with Women Talking, back with Men." Jessie Buckley, Rory Kinnear. Our Flag Means Death -- Merlin named his Mac Studio "Buttons" after Ewen Bremner's Mr. Buttons ("the guy from Trainspotting"). Rhys Darby, Kristian Nairn ("Hodor's on there. He's a big fella."). Fantastic Mr. Fox (2009) -- "Just to be available." Merlin's favorite line, from Mr. Kylie the possum wanting to know his job in the big plan. Music Vikingur Olafsson: Goldberg Variations (Deutsche Grammophon, 2023) -- Merlin's current obsession. "I care so intensely about that." Discovered after years of only knowing Glenn Gould. Glenn Gould: 1955 vs. 1981 Goldberg Variations -- The famous pair: 38 minutes of youthful showmanship vs. 51 minutes of deliberate structure. Public Enemy -- "Bring the Noise" -- Merlin rapped the full opening verse from memory when Kathy mentioned Flavor Flav. "Bass, how low can you go?" Poetry Gwendolyn Brooks -- "We Real Cool" (video of her 1983 Guggenheim reading) -- "We real cool. We jazz June. We die soon." Merlin on hearing poetry "in the air" vs. on the page. Sylvia Plath -- "Daddy" (her 1962 BBC recording) -- "You do not do, you do not do... you really hear something you didn't see on the page." Books & Podcasts Bessel van der Kolk on The Ezra Klein Show -- "One of my all-time favorite podcast episodes. It changed my life. Everything you know about trauma is screwing you up." Off Menu -- celebrities describe their dream meal. The Amanda Seyfried episode taught Merlin about a kind of olive he now puts on Brussels sprouts. Mr. Show with Bob and David -- source of the "hey everybody" drum bit Merlin does throughout. "I'm very, very, very specifically stealing it from a bit about the new Ku Klux Klan." Blank Check (Griffin Newman) -- source of "the great ___" bit. "I'll credit Griffin Newman for that bit." People James Thompson (PCalc, Dice by PCalc) -- "What if twenty-sided dice fell on your head?" Merlin on how James finds delight in close-to-the-metal Apple tech. Armando Iannucci -- "If you like English nerd comedy, he's really something." Simon Willison, Matt Webb, danah boyd -- people Merlin follows because "I'm just interested in your deal." Edgar Wright -- "I will just show up because I'm interested in what he's up to. I don't even care if I like his movie." Ecamm Live -- streaming app Kathy uses for her unicorn co-working sessions. Pre-Show (Superconductors only) LiDAR accessibility features on iPhone -- Merlin fiddled with it on the street, "pointing his phone at people for a very long time." Apple's breathing sleep LED -- the MacBook pulsing light. Kathy: "So relaxing, so unnecessary and delightful." Apple researched sleeping respiratory rates and chose the calmest end of the spectrum. Erich Brenn, plate spinner, on The Ed Sullivan Show -- the origin of "spinning plates" as a metaphor. 8 appearances in the 1950s-60s. Support Conduit with a Relay Membership
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 17:15:00 GMT http://relay.fm/conduit/122 http://relay.fm/conduit/122 There is No One True Anything with Merlin Mann 122 Kathy Campbell and Jay Miller Jay is gone again, so Kathy brings back Merlin Mann to discuss productivity porn as well as a ton of other topics of import. Jay is gone again, so Kathy brings back Merlin Mann to discuss productivity porn as well as a ton of other topics of import. clean 5583 Jay is gone again, so Kathy brings back Merlin Mann to discuss productivity porn as well as a ton of other topics of import. Guest Starring: Merlin Mann Links and Show Notes: Checked Connections - Merlin ✅ - Working on collecting the old sites and Fives list - Kathy ✅ - Get ready for unicorning cowork Keep sending those MyConduit Connections to us on Discord and through Feedback! New Connections - Merlin - Keep working on the site thing - Kathy - Take things to the post office For Our Super Conductors: Pre-Show: LIDar on iOS. How do you know if you're ladder is against the right wall? Post-Show: Embracing the chaos Credits Music: When You Smile Executive Producers: Relay FM Discord Community Conduit e122 Links Merlin's One Good Things Where Everybody Knows Your Name: Judy Greer (Ted Danson, Conan O'Brien Network) -- "I went in thinking, oh, this looks really good, and I ended up liking it probably twice as much as I expected." Judy Greer -- Cheryl/Carol on Archer, Kitty Sanchez on Arrested Development. "It was neat to hear her talk about how important it was for her to get better at acting." Typora -- WYSIWYG Markdown editor ($15). "A really nice balance of what I'm looking for" -- discovered through the 5ives redesign work with Claude. Judi Dench speech on The Graham Norton Show -- "Made me cry." Kathy's One Good Thing Flavor Flav sponsoring the US women's hockey team -- Vegas celebration for the gold-medal team. Merlin responded by rapping "Bring the Noise" from memory. Merlin's Shows Do By Friday (with Alex Cox) Reconcilable Differences (with John Siracusa) Roderick on the Line (with John Roderick) Productivity / Publishing Inbox Zero -- "I'm the inbox zero guy." Merlin originated the concept; the world turned it into a marketing term. 43folders.com -- "In 2004, there were not a lot of websites about how to deal with your productivity problems as a Mac user." Back to Work (5by5) -- former podcast David Allen / Getting Things Done -- "He claims he's the laziest man in the world, and I've always admired that he says that." Danny O'Brien and the 2005 ETech "Life Hacks" talk -- "Danny and I are both so addled and odd and different... his energy was just incandescent to be around." The conference where Merlin's laptop had Wi-Fi for the first time. Site Meter -- "There's your life before site meter and your life after site meter." The little GIF badge that counted page loads and launched a million blog vanity spirals. 5ives & Typography 5ives -- Merlin's list site (2002), 450 lists, being revived. "I'm pleased with myself. I like that I made four hundred and fifty lists that some people thought were funny in the 2000s." Matthew Butterick -- fonts, Practical Typography. "One of those people where I'm just interested in your deal," like Simon Willison or Edgar Wright. Merlin bought the entire font set during a bout of situational depression and is finally using them for the 5ives redesign. Movies & TV The Hollow Crown (BBC) -- Trailer. "Look at that stacked cast." Ben Whishaw, Tom Hiddleston, Sophie Okonedo, Rory Kinnear. Merlin told Kathy to buy it on Apple TV "or I can pirate it for you." Kenneth Branagh's Henry V (1989) -- "My number one movie that I recommend." "You don't even need to understand what they're saying. It'll still give you shivers." Mark Rylance: St. Crispin's Day speech at the Globe -- "It gives you a different kind of shivers, like a different part of your neck and your back." Merlin recited part of the speech from memory. The Death of Stalin (2017) -- "A very dark, very funny film" by Armando Iannucci. Veep / The Thick of It -- "It's gonna be difficult difficult lemon difficult." Both Iannucci. Led to Merlin imagining Matthew Butterick as a Veep restaurant reservation alias. Women Talking (2022) / Men (2022) -- Merlin's suggested double feature for mom's night. "Start with Women Talking, back with Men." Jessie Buckley, Rory Kinnear. Our Flag Means Death -- Merlin named his Mac Studio "Buttons" after Ewen Bremner's Mr. Buttons ("the guy from Trainspotting"). Rhys Darby, Kristian Nairn ("Hodor's on there. He's a big fella."). Fantastic Mr. Fox (2009) -- "Just to be available." Merlin's favorite line, from Mr. Kylie the possum wanting to know his job in the big plan. Music Vikingur Olafsson: Goldberg Variations (Deutsche Grammophon, 2023) -- Merlin's current obsession. "I care so intensely about that." Discovered after years of only knowing Glenn Gould. Glenn Gould: 1955 vs. 1981 Goldberg Variations -- The famous pair: 38 minutes of youthful showmanship vs. 51 minutes of deliberate structure. Public Enemy -- "Bring the Noise" -- Merlin rapped the full opening verse from memory when Kathy mentioned Flavor Flav. "Bass, how low can you go?" Poetry Gwendolyn Brooks -- "We Real Cool" (video of her 1983 Guggenheim reading) -- "We real cool. We jazz June. We die soon." Merlin on hearing poetry "in the air" vs. on the page. Sylvia Plath -- "Daddy" (her 1962 BBC recording) -- "You do not do, you do not do... you really hear something you didn't see on the page." Books & Podcasts Bessel van der Kolk on The Ezra Klein Show -- "One of my all-time favorite podcast episodes. It changed my life. Everything you know about trauma is screwing you up." Off Menu -- celebrities describe their dream meal. The Amanda Seyfried episode taught Merlin about a kind of olive he now puts on Brussels sprouts. Mr. Show with Bob and David -- source of the "hey everybody" drum bit Merlin does throughout. "I'm very, very, very specifically stealing it from a bit about the new Ku Klux Klan." Blank Check (Griffin Newman) -- source of "the great ___" bit. "I'll credit Griffin Newman for that bit." People James Thompson (PCalc, Dice by PCalc) -- "What if twenty-sided dice fell on your head?" Merlin on how James finds delight in close-to-the-metal Apple tech. Armando Iannucci -- "If you like English nerd comedy, he's really something." Simon Willison, Matt Webb, danah boyd -- people Merlin follows because "I'm just interested in your deal." Edgar Wright -- "I will just show up because I'm interested in what he's up to. I don't even care if I like his movie." Ecamm Live -- streaming app Kathy uses for her unicorn co-working sessions. Pre-Show (Superconductors only) LiDAR accessibility features on iPhone -- Merlin fiddled with it on the street, "pointing his phone at people for a very long time." Apple's breathing sleep LED -- the MacBook pulsing light. Kathy: "So relaxing, so unnecessary and delightful." Apple researched sleeping respiratory rates and chose the calmest end of the spectrum. Erich Brenn, plate spinner, on The Ed Sullivan Show -- the origin of "spinning plates" as a metaphor. 8 appearances in the 1950s-60s. Support Conduit with a Relay Membership
Kieran caught up with Stephen O' Brien, founder of UK and Ireland Packers, who was recently announced as the Packers International Fan of the Year for 2026 to talk about the growth of the Packers fan community internationally, announcing a pick in this year's draft and what makes Greenbay such hallowed ground!Our partner QuinnBet have great odds on the 6 Nations, amazing Acca Bonuses, Acca Insurance & many other daily specials. Find out more at https://www.quinnbet.com/uk/sports/specials. Remember it's 18+ T&Cs Apply - Always Gamble Responsibly.
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Send a textWelcome to the newest episode of the Serious Privacy podcast, where hosts Paul Breitbarth, Ralph O'Brien, and Dr. K Royal address the hot topic of agentic AI and the risks to #privacy, #dataprotection, #security, and #humanrights. We cover the basics as well as human attributes (or not) along with how to take the risks into consideration as a professional. If you have comments or questions, find us on LinkedIn and Instagram @seriousprivacy, and on BlueSky under @seriousprivacy.eu, @europaulb.seriousprivacy.eu, @heartofprivacy.bsky.app and @igrobrien.seriousprivacy.eu, and email podcast@seriousprivacy.eu. Rate and Review us! From Season 6, our episodes are edited by Fey O'Brien. Our intro and exit music is Channel Intro 24 by Sascha Ende, licensed under CC BY 4.0. with the voiceover by Tim Foley.
On the 102nd episode of Bomb Squad Matinee, Tanner, Austin, Tim, and Cody discuss Sam Raimi's latest horror comedy Send Help. As his first proper horror feature in 17 years, is this a true return to form for Raimi? Do Rachel McAdams and Dylan O'Brien's performances keep this movie going? Would the gang hang out with Linda Liddle if she was their coworker? Tune in to find out!
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#791 What if the key to finding your perfect business idea isn't in the market — but within yourself? In this first installment of a two-part conversation, host Brien Gearin sits down with Jason VanDevere, founder of Goal Crazy and author of Dream Driven, to explore how entrepreneurs can discover the right business idea and build a path toward meaningful success. Jason shares his personal journey of walking away from a fourth-generation family car dealership to pursue a passion-driven business, ultimately building coaching programs, launching products, and investing in real estate along the way. Together, Brien and Jason dive into the difference between chasing “easy money” versus building a dream-driven business, why desire and clarity matter more than perfection, and practical frameworks — including Jason's “Three L's” — to help aspiring entrepreneurs identify ideas that truly align with their purpose. This episode lays the foundation for turning inspiration into action, setting the stage for Part 2! What we discuss with Jason: + Leaving family business + Planner business origin story + Rental properties freedom + Easy money vs dream driven + Dreaming daily habit + Meaningful goals vs survival mode + Three L framework + Longing, lifting, light criteria + Mentorship importance + Networking for clarity Thank you, Jason! Check out Part 2 of this episode. Check out Goal Crazy at GoalCrazy.com. Get the free Idea To Profit Blueprint. Buy Dream Driven. Watch the video podcast of this episode! To get access to our FREE Business Training course go to MillionaireUniversity.com/training. To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode of the Building PA Podcast, co-hosts Jon O'Brien and Chris Martin welcome Monique Lewis, the founder and CEO of Next2Native Inc. Monique specializes in language learning and risk mitigation in the construction industry. The discussion focuses on the importance of effective communication on job sites, especially in light of the growing number of Spanish-speaking workers.Monique highlights that about one in three construction workers are Spanish-speaking, which can create safety and mental health challenges if communication barriers exist. She explains that misunderstandings can lead to accidents and that cultural differences can affect how safety procedures are perceived and followed.The conversation also touches on the need for companies to address language barriers in their safety training and onboarding processes. Monique emphasizes that simply translating materials is not enough; companies must engage workers in a way that fosters understanding and trust. She shares a story about a company that tried to boost morale by inviting workers' families to an event, but the lack of language comprehension led to a disconnect.Monique advocates for a dual approach to language learning, where both workers and management learn each other's languages focused on construction. This not only improves communication but also builds a sense of camaraderie and care among team members.The episode concludes with Monique offering advice to young professionals entering the construction industry. She encourages them to embrace cultural differences, learn new languages, and view construction as a respected career path. The discussion underscores the importance of addressing mental health and communication in creating a safe and productive work environment.Listeners are encouraged to consider the implications of language and culture on job sites and to take proactive steps to improve communication and safety.
Jon gets a talkback from a foe of the show that references an alleged Trump phone call. Jeff O'Brien joins in studio to offer his opinion on the Supreme Court's decision on tariffs and impending decision on redrawing political maps. Jon looks at current ICE operations in Minnesota and plays recent audio from California Governor Newsom and looks at two separate events at Mar-a-lago.
THERE IS A FEEDBACK FROM HKJ'S HEADPHONES TO HIS MIC - THIS IS NOT GOING TO BE FIXED - I HAVE BEEN TOLD HKJ HAS BEEN YELLED AT APPROPRIATELY. AI slop from our mate Claude Sonnet 4.6 - who is a good slopmaker and a blessed robot.Jack the Insider and Hong Kong Jack are back for Episode 145, kicking off with Chinese New Year greetings before diving headlong into the Liberal Party's new leadership under Angus Taylor, Victoria's CFMEU corruption saga, and the ever-deepening Epstein files rabbit hole. They roam through the Munich Security Conference, Zelensky's sharp Putin put-down, Cuba's unravelling regime, and the Iran situation — then lighten the mood with one-hit wonders in literature, the T20 World Cup disaster, AFL State of Origin, Winter Olympics, and the Premier League title race. Buckle up.SHOW NOTES WITH TIMESTAMPS
Send a textCouches, Rent-to-Own Memories 0:00:00Talent Night, Gold-Speckled Mirrors & 80s/90s Home Aesthetics 0:00:50Weather Channel Lightning, Thunderbirds & Power Everywhere 0:10:30Cultural Knowledge vs. Knowledge of Culture 0:14:20Lived Experience, Book Learning & Cultural Competency 0:18:20Academic Discomfort & Being the “Native Scholar” 0:25:20Ceremonial Pressure at Home vs. Forgiveness When Away 0:43:30Privilege of Distance, Expectations When You Move Back 0:49:20Dreams Tapping into Something 1:01:10Powwow Songs, Ethnomusicology & Getting Us Wrong 1:08:20Who Gets to Talk About Us? Voice, Silence & Representation 1:24:30Inviting Controversial Scholars & Closing Reflections 1:40:20Hosts: Aaron Brien (Apsáalooke), Shandin Pete (Salish/Diné). How to cite this episode (apa)Pete, S. H. & Brien, A. (Hosts). (2026, February 20). #69 - Rent‑to‑Own Indigenous Traditions On & Off the Rez: High‑Interest Responsibility for Communities, Easy Credit for Scholars [Audio podcast episode]. In Tribal Research Specialist:The Podcast. Tribal Research Specialist, LLC. https://tribalresearchspecialist.buzzsprout.comHow to cite this podcast (apa)Pete, S. H., & Brien, A. (Hosts). (2020–present). Tribal Research Specialist:The Podcast [Audio podcast]. Tribal Research Specialist, LLC. https://tribalresearchspecialist.buzzsprout.com/Podcast Website: tribalresearchspecialist.buzzsprout.comApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tribal-research-specialist-the-podcast/id1512551396Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/1H5Y1pWYI8N6SYZAaawwxbX: @tribalresearchspecialistFacebook: www.facebook.com/TribalResearchSpecialistYouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCL9HR4B2ubGK_aaQKEt179QSupport the showInterested in some TRS Merch? Click here https://tribal-research-specialist-llc.square.site/ Want to make a one time donation? https://buymeacoffee.com/tribalresearch
As Cardinals Spring Training breaks, there are a number of concerning injury updates to break down. Lars Nootbaar enters with some very concerning news about his heel surgery, Riley O'Brien withdraws from the World Baseball Classic, and there are a number of Cardinals pitching prospects on the shelf. What is the most concerning heading into the 2026 season kickoff?
Anthony Edwards won the 2026 All-Star MVP, which was satisfying. What we'd all like is to see him holding a Larry O'Brien! What would the Timberwolves have been called if they did move to New Orleans in 1994? We talk about it at the end of the show.facebook.com/timberwolvesexplosionX: @TwolvesExhttps://www.youtube.com/@paladinolivetiktok.com/@paladino.liveInstagram: timberwolves_explosionThreads: timberwolves_explosionEmail: paladinolive@yahoo.com
Send a textOn this episode we talk vacation, new releases, cover songs, and why Snoop Dogg is the new mascot for Gen X, plus we play “Poorly Explained Movies” and MixTape, and climb the Wall of Tunes for a singer/songwriter from the 80s who's hair had a life of its own. #snoopdogg #richardmarxhttps://www.facebook.com/obrienanddoug/ https://instagram.com/obrien_and_doug
Philip Teresi welcomed former Clovis Unified Teacher, Principal and Superintendent Dr Eimear O’Brien to the program. The conversation touched on a variety of topics including raising student reading levels, providing resources for underserved rural school districts and supporting teachers in and out of the classroom. As a dedicated advocate for education, Dr. O’Brien shared her experiences, priorities and vision for the role of Fresno County Superintendent. https://www.eimear4results.com/ Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Send a textWelcome to the newest episode of the Serious Privacy podcast, where hosts Paul Breitbarth and Dr. K Royal discuss the privacy and data protection news of the past couple of weeks. This week, Paul rants about digital sovereignty, K discusses new American legislation, especially to protection children's data, and together they also talk about the latest WhatsApp decision from the Court of Justice of the European Union. If you have comments or questions, find us on LinkedIn and Instagram @seriousprivacy, and on BlueSky under @seriousprivacy.eu, @europaulb.seriousprivacy.eu, @heartofprivacy.bsky.app and @igrobrien.seriousprivacy.eu, and email podcast@seriousprivacy.eu. Rate and Review us! From Season 6, our episodes are edited by Fey O'Brien. Our intro and exit music is Channel Intro 24 by Sascha Ende, licensed under CC BY 4.0. with the voiceover by Tim Foley.
On this episode of The Wisconsin Sportsman, Pierce is joined by Ben O'Brien to talk about the constant evolution of being an outdoorsman! Ben is a husband and father of three, an excellent outdoorsman, the founder of Woodside Media, and the Co-Host of The ROOST Show. In this episode, Ben shares what his early days working in the outdoor industry were like, how he navigated life and career changes with the help of some great mentors, and some of the realizations and subsequent changes he faced as he became a husband and father while working in the outdoor space. The guys dive into the importance of asking ourselves and others difficult questions and having tough conversations. And Ben shares the story of his son's first turkey harvest last spring, and the emotions, conversations, and questions that surrounded that experience for the two of them. Last but not least, Ben touches on his love of Wisconsin hunting culture, and shares his turkey hunting plans for 2026 which include a trip back to the Duren Farm to settle the score with a nemesis turkey named Limpy. All that and more in this week's episode! A massive thank you to Ben for coming on the show! Be sure to go check out Ben and Sam on the best dang turkey hunting podcast out there @roostshow to get fired up for this spring, and follow along with Ben's adventures @bennyob301 and @woodsidemedia and woodsidemedia.co Big thanks to our fantastic partners: Lone Wolf Custom Gear: www.lonewolfcustomgear.com onX Hunt: www.onxmaps.com Huntworth: www.huntworthgear.com Good Chance Fly Fishing: www.goodchanceflyfishing.com Wisconsin Backcountry Hunters & Anglers: www.backcountryhunters.org/wisconsin Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this episode of Catch These Vibes, Nique reviews the movies Send Help and Black Phone 2, discussing their plots, character dynamics, and the influence of director Sam Raimi. She highlights the performances of Rachel McAdams and Dylan O'Brien, and reflects on the themes of survival and personal growth. The conversation also touches on nostalgia for classic TV shows like Scandal, and Nique encourages listeners to strive for self-improvement.
[REBROADCAST FROM September 10, 2025] The new film "Twinless" tells the story of men who become friends after meeting in a support group for people who have lost their twin siblings. Actor Dylan O'Brien and writer, director, and star James Sweeney discuss the film, which was a nominee at this year's Independent Spirit Awards.
We weren't able to record this past week (because...reasons) but, luckily, we had a new ESCAPE POD episode in our pack pockets (almost) ready to release! In this episode, Geeky Dads Marc and Brien join up with Chris and Tristan Ham from the Get Your Shine Box Podcast to talk all things geeky that we liked and disliked in 2025 and we talk all about the geeky things we're looking forward to in the coming year! We're calling ourselves The TRIBBLE ALLIANCE...we would be honored if you would join us!
Biopharmaceutical innovation is advancing at an unprecedented pace, yet many patients still face barriers to accessing new medicines. In this episode of Health Matters, John O’Brien, president and CEO of the National Pharmaceutical Council, speaks with Kristin Cahill about why policy, pricing and benefit design are increasingly shaping whether innovation reaches patients. O’Brien shares insights from his career spanning pharmaceutical companies, health plans and government, including his time as a senior drug pricing advisor during the first Trump administration. He explains why prescription drugs remain a focal point in cost debates, what policymakers often misunderstand about value, and how middlemen and misaligned incentives affect what patients pay at the pharmacy counter. The conversation also examines emerging approaches such as direct-to-patient models, most-favored-nation pricing and the early effects of the Inflation Reduction Act, highlighting potential benefits as well as risks to access and future innovation. For healthcare professionals, payers and marketers seeking clarity in a complex policy environment, this episode offers a grounded perspective on how to ensure medical breakthroughs translate into meaningful patient benefit. Listen to the full interview.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
I want to ride my bicycle, I want to ride it where I like. Shaenon K. Garrity returns to discuss Flan O’Brien’s enigmatic The Third Policeman (written 1940, published 1967). John McCoy.
We discussed a few things including1. Their career journeys2. Miami ecosystem3. Austin/Texas ecosystem4. Trends, opps and challenges for entrepreneurs and startup communities5. Outlook for 2026 Melissa Medina has over 20 years of experience as an entrepreneur, operator, investor, community leader and philanthropist. A native to Miami, she is CEO & Co-Founder of eMerge Americas with a mission of helping transform South Florida into a global tech hub. The eMerge Americas signature event, launched in 2014, is a global tech conference held annually at the Miami Beach Convention Center - this year's event is on April 22-24. With Melissa's leadership, the eMerge Americas conference now attracts more than 20,000+ attendees from over 50 countries. In addition to the annual conference, eMerge organizes year-round executive summits, innovation challenges, startup pitch competitions, masterclasses, webinars, a world-class global accelerator program, as well as publishes venture activity and investment insights reports.Melissa is also a Partner at Medina Ventures, an early-stage venture fund, as well as the President of the Medina Family Foundation, which has a mission to fund local initiatives that focus on mentoring children and empowering families. Melissa was named by the South Florida Business Journal as one of the “2023 Power Leaders in Technology.” Melissa also sits on the Board of The Miami Foundation. She is passionate about transforming Miami into a global technology hub and supporting Miami-based non-profits who seek to empower tomorrow's leaders. Most importantly, Melissa is a mother and most passionate about her 5 children.------Experienced in economic development, public policy, and venture capital, Paul O'Brien puts a focus on shaping the systems that enable entrepreneurship and innovation. He leads legislative and coalition strategy for Founder Institute, around issues impacting startups, capital formation, and civic infrastructure, and as publisher of Startup Economist.With a passion for media innovation and investment, Paul seeded MediaTech Ventures, a media industry venture development group. Former Venture Partner in Meaningful Ventures, O'Brien is Founder and Director of Funded House and Director of Founder Institute for Texas. Historically, a seasoned marketer with an early career at Yahoo! and HP. From there, Paul led the early growth of startups such as Outright.com (Acquired by GoDaddy), Zvents (Acquired by eBay's Stubhub), and MicroVentures (Venture Capital). Paul has an unusually strong technical background considering the role he tends to play today; he built websites in the '90s and continues to engineer and produce content at seobrien.com. He was featured in the book, Online Marketing Heroes, and frequently speaks at startup and media conferences.#podcast #AFewThingsPodcast