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In this segment, Mark is joined by Jacob Olidort, a Chief Research Officer and Director of American Security at the America First Policy Institute. They discuss the latest on the China Summit now that President Trump is back in the United States as well as the latest on the Strait of Hormuz.

In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show with Ryan Wrecker guest hosting, Ryan and Ethan discuss the "tarps off" movement that occurred at Busch Stadium over the weekend and the impact it could have on the fanbase. Ryan is then joined by Jacob Olidort, a Chief Research Officer and Director of American Security at the America First Policy Institute. They discuss the latest on the China Summit now that President Trump is back in the United States as well as the latest on the Strait of Hormuz. He's later joined by David Stokes, the Director of Municipal Property at the Show Me Institute. Stokes shares his thoughts on far left cities "soaking the rich" and causing large businesses to relocate.

In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show with Ryan Wrecker guest hosting, Ryan and Ethan discuss the "tarps off" movement that occurred at Busch Stadium over the weekend and the impact it could have on the fanbase. Ryan is then joined by Jacob Olidort, a Chief Research Officer and Director of American Security at the America First Policy Institute. They discuss the latest on the China Summit now that President Trump is back in the United States as well as the latest on the Strait of Hormuz. He's later joined by David Stokes, the Director of Municipal Property at the Show Me Institute. Stokes shares his thoughts on far left cities "soaking the rich" and causing large businesses to relocate. In hour 2, Sue hosts, "Sue's News" where she discusses the latest trending entertainment news, this day in history, the random fact of the day and more. Ryan is then joined by Dr. Darrin Manian, an Infectious Disease Physician and the Chair of the Department of Medicine at Mercy St Louis Hospital. They discuss if people should be concerned about the hantavirus after someone in Colorado died from it. They also discuss the harms of ticks in the Midwest and more. He is later joined by KSDK Sports Director Frank Cusumano. They discuss the exciting weekend at Busch Stadium, SLU and Mizzou setting up their upcoming 3 year series and more. In hour 3, Ryan is joined by Jeff Mordock, a White House Correspondent for the Washington Times. They discuss President Trump's decision to push back the attack on Iran. They also discuss the President's Summit with China, what was accomplished, what it's like on Air Force One and more. He's later joined by Will Goldstein, a criminal defense attorney in Clayton. They discuss a judge's ruling in the Luigi Mangione trial that excludes some evidence found in his backpack but allows other items to be used in trial. Which will be allowed? How was it decided? He wraps up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.

Some people with cystic fibrosis have seen life-changing results from Trikafta, but not every patient responds to the treatment. The University of Kansas Health System looks at the research helping the group of CF patients who have been left behind by current therapies. Dr. Steve Stites is joined by cystic fibrosis patient Jason White, pulmonologist and critical care specialist Dr. Joel Mermis, and Dr. Matthias Salathe, Chief Research Officer for the University of Kansas and Chief Science Officer of The University of Kansas Health System. Together, they explain how CFTR mutations, theratyping, swab testing, and gene therapy clinical trials may help identify new treatment options for people living with cystic fibrosis and those with the common F508del mutation.

In this segment, Mark is joined by Jacob Olidort, a Chief Research Officer and Director of American Security at the America First Policy Institute. Olidort shares the latest on the Strait of Hormuz and more.

In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, Mark is joined by Jacob Olidort, a Chief Research Officer and Director of American Security at the America First Policy Institute. Olidort shares the latest on the Strait of Hormuz and more. He's later joined by Missouri's Second District Congresswoman Ann Wagner. Congresswoman Wagner discusses the Iran War, the Government Shutdown deal, the US Postal Service woes and more. In hour 2, Sue hosts, "Sue's News" where she discusses the latest trending entertainment news, this day in history, the random fact of the day and more. Mark is then joined by Bill King, a Research Fellow at Rice University's Baker Institute, a former businessman, lawyer, opinion columnist and editorial board member at the House Chronicle and the author of "Unapologetically Moderate". They discuss his latest article which is headlined, "Control of the U.S. Senate Now a Toss Up." He's later joined by KSDK Sports Director Frank Cusumano. Cusumano discusses the Cardinals staying hot with a series win over the Dodgers and more. In hour 3, Mark is joined by John Ziegler, the Co-Host of the podcast, “The Death of Journalism” and a former Mediaite Columnist. Ziegler discusses the pending demise of LIV Golf, the NCAA potentially adding more teams to March Madness, updates on the California governor and Los Angeles Mayor's races. He's later joined by Christian Twiste, with Confessions of a Conservative Atheist. They discuss his latest piece which is headlined, "Springsteen: The Good, The Bad, and The Ridiculously Trump-Deranged at the Prudential Center." They wrap up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.

In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, Mark is joined by Jacob Olidort, a Chief Research Officer and Director of American Security at the America First Policy Institute. Olidort shares the latest on the Strait of Hormuz and more. He's later joined by Missouri's Second District Congresswoman Ann Wagner. Congresswoman Wagner discusses the Iran War, the Government Shutdown deal, the US Postal Service woes and more.

We're living through one of the most consequential shifts in how work gets done. AI is everywhere in headlines and vendor pitches, but the reality inside organisations is far more nuanced than the noise suggests. Personal adoption is running well ahead of how companies are embedding the technology into actual workflows. Demographic changes continue to tighten labour supply, and the HR tech vendor landscape is consolidating and expanding all at once, leaving buyers uncertain about where to invest.  So how should HR leaders be thinking about technology, workforce design, and the role they need to play in shaping what work actually becomes? Recorded live at HR Tech Europe, my guest this week is Stacey Harris, Chief Research Officer at Sapient Insights Group. Stacey runs the longest-running HR systems survey in the market, and we discuss what her data shows about where things are heading. In the interview, we discuss: How AI differs from past tech shifts Layoffs and the cost of AI investment The gap between personal and corporate AI use Why bring your own AI matters Making sense of the vendor landscape The Platform Cluster Model  Demographics and labour supply pressures From workforce planning to workforce architecting How HR's role needs to change What does the future look like Take part in The 29th Annual HR Systems Survey Follow this podcast on Apple Podcasts. Follow this podcast on Spotify.

Ben Lorica speaks with Changan Chen, co-founder and Chief Research Officer at Rhoda AI, about what it takes to build foundation models for robots that can operate in the real world. Subscribe to the Gradient Flow Newsletter

Singapore’s private housing market is hitting new highs, but the buyers driving this surge might surprise you. Demand remains resilient, fuelled in part by a growing group known as DINKs—dual-income couples with no kids—who have both the financial flexibility and appetite to upgrade. According to a recent survey by PropertyGuru, many of these higher-income households are planning to enter the market within the next 12 to 18 months. So what does this mean for the future of Singapore’s property market? Are DINKs becoming the new backbone of demand? And if so, how sustainable is this trend? On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Nicholas Mak, Chief Research Officer, mogul.sg, to find out more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, Mark is joined by Jacob Olidort, a Chief Research Officer and Director of American Security at the America First Policy Institute. He discusses the latest on the US blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, the occurring peace negotiations and more. He is then joined by Paul Mauro, a Fox News contributor, retired NYPD inspector, attorney and the Founder of The Ops Desk. They discuss Mamdani meeting with Obama, Mamdani's first 100 days and their goal of opening up city owned grocery stores and more. In hour 2, Sue hosts, "Sue's News" where she discusses the latest trending entertainment news, this day in history, the random fact of the day and more. Mark is then joined by Chris Smith, the Author of “My Fatal First Date: A True Life Story of Survival, Tragedy, Inspiration, Triumph, and Faith”. Chris shares a delivery driver story that you'll have to hear to believe. He is later joined by Jim Talent, a Former US Senator from Missouri. Talent discusses the latest on the US blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and when peace talks will resume. In hour 3, Mark is joined by Jim Talent, a Former US Senator from Missouri. Talent discusses the latest on the US blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and when peace talks will resume. He's later joined by Scott Warmann, a Pregame & Postgame Host for Cardinals TV. They discuss the Cardinals strong start to the year and the Blues finish to the season. They wrap up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.

In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, Mark is joined by Jacob Olidort, a Chief Research Officer and Director of American Security at the America First Policy Institute. He discusses the latest on the US blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, the occurring peace negotiations and more. He is then joined by Paul Mauro, a Fox News contributor, retired NYPD inspector, attorney and the Founder of The Ops Desk. They discuss Mamdani meeting with Obama, Mamdani's first 100 days and their goal of opening up city owned grocery stores and more.

In this segment, Mark is joined by Jacob Olidort, a Chief Research Officer and Director of American Security at the America First Policy Institute. He discusses the latest on the US blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, the occurring peace negotiations and more.

Most banks want the casino loan. Few understand the full scope of what tribal banking actually looks like, and what it takes to do it right.In this episode of Travillian Next, host Amber Buker, Chief Research Officer at Travillian, sits down with Mike Lettig, Senior Managing Director and Group Head of Native American Financial Services at Huntington Bank, and Jackson Brossy, Vice President of Native American Financial Services at Huntington Bank, for an in-depth conversation on Native American banking, tribal sovereignty, and the growing opportunity in Indian Country that most financial institutions are overlooking.Mike and Jackson cover how Huntington built a fully integrated Native American Financial Services practice, why Indian Country is one of the safest places in the private sector to do business, and how tribal sovereignty works in practice when structuring deals, including a landmark unsecured credit facility completed entirely under Navajo law. Jackson also breaks down the $26 billion federal contracting sector, why tribes and Alaska Native corporations are uniquely positioned to access it, and why every financial institution should be paying attention.Whether you are a banker exploring tribal markets for the first time or a financial professional looking to deepen your understanding of Indigenous economic development, this conversation is a must-listen.

On this episode, Teong Tan, Arclin's Chief Research Officer, joins the podcast to discuss Arclin’s $1.8 billion acquisition of DuPont's aramid business, adding the iconic Kevlar® and Nomex® brands to its portfolio. Teong leads the company's innovation agenda with a focus on strategic growth, talent development, and high-performing teams.  The post Discussing Arclin's $1.8 Billion Acquisition of DuPont's Aramids Business (Kevlar® & Nomex® brands) first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post Discussing Arclin’s $1.8 Billion Acquisition of DuPont's Aramids Business (Kevlar® & Nomex® brands) appeared first on Composites Weekly.

Jacob Olidort, Chief Research Officer and Director of American Security at the America First Policy Institute, talks with Rich about what he thinks will happen next in the conflict with Iran.

After years of seemingly unstoppable growth, Singapore’s housing market is showing its first signs of change. HDB resale prices have dipped 0.1% in the first quarter of 2026, the first quarterly decline in almost seven years. Meanwhile, resale transactions have also eased slightly, down 4.5% from last year. What does this mean for homeowners and buyers? Could this be the start of a more balanced, affordable market or just a brief pause before prices climb again? On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Nicholas Mak, Chief Research Officer, MOGUL.sg, to find out more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rep. Darin Lahood, Representative for Illinois' 16th District to discuss ways to be protect our country from Homeland security to ICE being at airports. Steve Moore, Co-Founder of The Committee For Prosperity and Host of Moore Money joins to talk about energy prices and how much getting out of Iran after a win will help. Dr. Jacob Olidort, Chief Research Officer and Director of American Security at America First Policy Institute to talk about the opportunity for peace in Iran and how likely we could see it this week. Lora Reis, Director Border Security and Immigration Center and Senior Research Felloe, Homeland Security at The Heritage Foundation discusses ICE being at airports to assist TSA.

Dr. Jacob Olidort, Chief Research Officer and Director of American Security at America First Policy Institute to talk about the opportunity for peace in Iran and how likely we could see it this week.

Steve Moore, Co-Founder of The Committee For Prosperity and Host of Moore Money joins to talk about energy prices and how much getting out of Iran after a win will help. Dr. Jacob Olidort, Chief Research Officer and Director of American Security at America First Policy Institute to talk about the opportunity for peace in Iran and how likely we could see it this week. Plus, Annie, Ethan and Brad discuss cartoon movies.

Host Matt Fisher talks to Alli Oakes, Chief Research Officer at Trilliant Health, about Identification of major 2026 healthcare trends; intersection of value and affordability issues with not focusing on fundamentals enough; incentivizing better behaviors and choices through dfferent structural decisions; changes in utilization and reflection on evolving means of access. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

As war in the Middle East disrupts one of the world's most critical maritime chokepoints, container shipping networks face unprecedented operational challenges. Rabab Boulos, Chief Operating Officer at A.P. Moller - Maersk, joins Kevin O'Marah, Chief Research Officer at Zero100, to discuss how the company is managing through extraordinary disruption in the Gulf – from suspending bookings and rerouting vessels to redesigning fuel supply chains in real time. Rabab shares Maersk's crisis management framework, how technology enables visibility when conditions change by the hour, and what it will take to restore normal service.

A viral TikTok video questioning why hundreds of flats from a Bukit Merah BTO project later appeared in the Sale of Balance Flats exercise has reignited debate about fairness and transparency in Singapore’s public housing system. The Housing Board has clarified that such units are typically unsold, unselected, or returned flats that are only offered after all eligible BTO applicants have had their chance to book a unit. But the episode also reflects a broader frustration many homebuyers feel — repeatedly balloting for flats in popular locations and still coming up empty-handed. Nicholas Mak, Chief Research Officer, Mogul.sg joins the Breakfast Show to unpack how balance flats arise, why supply can appear suddenly in later exercises and what this reveals about demand patterns in Singapore’s housing market.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of J.P. Morgan's Making Sense, Fawaz Chaudhry, CIO of Horizon Global Partners (the equity thematic team at Fulcrum Asset Management) sits down with Eloise Goulder, head of the Data Assets and Alpha Group. They unpack why value is shifting from software to chips — and why the next three to four years will be key for semis, foundries and tools — as the AI infrastructure buildout accelerates.  They also explore the implications of the recent inflationary shocks, from the global pandemic to the European land war to the global trade war, and what this means for bonds and commodities, including gold and silver.   Shownotes: https://www.horizon.global/ https://fulcrumasset.com/ A Macroeconomic Approach to Investing with Juan Antolin Diaz, Chief Research Officer, Fulcrum  – Feb ‘24   This episode was recoded on February 5, 2026. The podcast's views do not necessarily reflect those of J.P. Morgan Chase & Co or its affiliates (together “J.P. Morgan) and are not from J.P. Morgan's Research Department. They do not constitute recommendations or offers to buy or sell securities. Intended for institutional and professional investors, not retail use, it is for informational purposes only. Products and services mentioned may not suit all investors or be available in all jurisdictions. J.P. Morgan may make markets and trade in discussed securities and asset classes. Visit www.jpmorgan.com/disclosures/salesandtradingdisclaimer for more disclaimers and regulatory disclosures. External speakers' opinions are personal and not J.P. Morgan's views. Copyright 2026 JPMorgan Chase & Co. All rights reserved

Community banks widely recognize the value of diversity in the boardroom, yet many institutions still rely on the same limited recruiting networks when searching for new directors. On the latest episode of Travillian Next, Amber Buker, Chief Research Officer at Travillian, sits down with Jennifer Docherty, Senior FIG & Capital Markets Strategist at Performance Trust Capital Partners and Co-Founder of Bank on Women, to unpack why boardrooms remain so homogenous and what banks can do differently.Jennifer explains the structural dynamics that shape how directors are recruited and why meaningful performance gains begin to appear once boards reach a “critical mass” of women. The conversation also explores how community banks can modernize board succession planning, build stronger leadership pipelines, and expand their candidate pools through sponsorship and organizations like Bank on Women. Together, they outline practical steps banks can take to strengthen governance while positioning themselves for the next generation of leadership.

Is Operation Epic Fury a punitive campaign – or a regime change war? Why is it even called Epic Fury? Could Iran become Donald Trump's Iraq or Afghanistan? And what advice would national security expert Jonathan Schroden give the President to avoid such a scenario? My guest is the Chief Research Officer within the Office of the President at the CNA Corporation, with over 20 years of experience in policy, strategy, and operations research and analysis. Jonathan's forthcoming book is titled US Counterterrorism Operations in Afghanistan: Jackpots, Dry Holes, and Collateral Damage. Listen to our conversation. And if you enjoy what I do, please support me on Ko-fi! Thank you. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/amatisak

Frequent listeners know we're always eager to learn about how climate investing needs to change to be more effective. With the attacks on ESG and a new political era, we're clearly in a new chapter for climate investing and being intentional about the ingredients, language and goals of this new chapter is critical for delivering both solid returns and real impact.Rob Brown argues that its time to step back from overreach and inauthentic impact goals, and fuel this new chapter with rigor. Rob wears a couple of hats as Director of Climate Research at Resolution Investors and Chief Research Officer at Impact Evaluation Lab. In these roles, Rob bring his decades of investment experience using research and analysis to improve long term thinking, risk management and what he calls mission authenticity, or the ability to really deliver on the kind of impact one promises. Tune in for a deeply fascinating conversation about how climate investing is maturing and the work that still needs to be done for this new chapter. Enjoy.On today's episode, we cover:02:41 – Rob's career journey & love of solving problems05:17 – From Just Capital to Impact Evaluation Lab & Resolution Investors09:52 – How to tell serious impact investors from pretenders14:34 – Is rigor a cost center? Making the ROI case19:29 – A lightning history of sustainable investing23:14 – Why sustainable finance is “deeply stressed”27:08 – Climate investing as long‑term risk‑adjusted returns29:27 – Two key shifts: longer horizons & real tech expertise33:02 – Rigor, incentives, and how the field grows up36:45 – Why sustainable investing is the future of capital markets39:11 – Closing remarksResources MentionedResolution InvestorsImpact Evaluation Lab.Just CapitalAtlas Impact PartnersGeneration Investment ManagementConnect with us

The Federal Reserve influences financial conditions through the federal funds market, a private market consisting of unsecured overnight interbank transactions. As the locus of money markets moves away from fed funds and more towards repos and SOFR, Dallas Fed President Lorie Logan has argued the current policy regime no longer suits the financial system. In this episode, we talk with Bill Nelson, Chief Economist and Chief Research Officer at the Bank Policy Institute, about the shifting nature of the fed funds market, what it would take to revive fed funds, and some alternative approaches to short-term rate policy.

AI has quietly embedded itself across the enterprise but many security teams are still guarding it like a single tool, not the shared risk it's become.On this episode of Ctrl + Alt + AI, host Dimitri Sirota sits down with Aqsa Taylor, Chief Research Officer at Software Analyst Cyber Research, to break down how AI is changing the speed, scale, and structure of modern cyber threats. Drawing from direct conversations with CISOs, Aqsa explains why AI shortens attack timelines, lowers the barrier for sophisticated threats, and forces security teams to rethink response and recovery.The conversation focuses on what security leaders are missing as AI spreads across employees and third-party platforms. Aqsa outlines why securing AI requires treating it as an ongoing lifecycle tied to core security fundamentals rather than a one-time deployment.In this episode, you'll learn:Why AI-driven attacks demand faster containment, not more alertsHow overprivileged AI access quietly expands security riskWhy cleaning data before it reaches AI should be the top of mindThings to listen for: (00:00) Meet Aqsa Taylor(00:22) Why AI risk connects directly to data security(01:15) What CISOs are focused on right now(02:23) AI use is unavoidable inside organizations(03:51) Securing models and the data behind them(04:27) How AI speeds up attacks and response pressure(06:10) Data filtering, privileges, and prompt risk(07:15) LLMs, copilots, and agents create different risks(09:31) Cleaning data before it reaches AI(11:19) Why humans should stay in the loop(14:21) AI-driven phishing and malware scale faster(18:01) Testing AI SOC tools against real incidents(21:15) Governance helps but fundamentals matter more(24:31) Managing third-party AI access and visibility(26:49) Fix fundamentals before chasing AI threats

We're back from hiatus with a deep-dive political conversation you've probably been craving. Atima is joined by returning guest Roshni Nedungadi, founding partner and Chief Research Officer at HIT Strategies, to break down what happened in the 2024 and 2025 elections, why turnout shifted among young voters and voters of color, and what it all means as we head into 2026.This episode focuses on the big question: how do Democrats win when trust is low, costs are high, and voters are exhausted by chaos—and what does the data say voters actually need to hear to show up? IN THIS EPISODE:Why turnout dropped among Black, Latino, and AAPI voters in 2024—and what that meant for DemocratsHIT Strategies' core framework: mobilize marginalized base voters vs. prioritizing persuadable moderatesThe “what have you done for me lately?” question young voters kept asking—and why it matteredWhy cost of living (not abstract “the economy”) remains the dominant driverWhat 2025 results suggested: broad movement toward Democrats in many places, including shifts even in rural areasWhy “vote against Trump” isn't enough—and what voters want to vote for insteadWhat voters mean when they say they're tired of empty promises and want real actionThe role of authenticity: why messaging can't just be “poll-tested paragraphs”What issues are rising now: healthcare affordability and fears tied to racism/discrimination and safetyHow to read polls critically (sample size, registered vs. likely voters, and why “women voters” stats often erase women of color)What everyday people can do: talk to your networks and break through siloed informationIf you're trying to make sense of conflicting narratives—“the base is disengaged” vs. “Democrats are rebounding”—this episode helps you hold both truths at once. Roshni explains what the data shows about trust, turnout, and persuasion, and why the road to 2026 depends on rebuilding relationships with the voters who make up the Democratic coalition—especially young voters and voters of color.Timestamps:00:00:00 — Atima welcomes listeners back from hiatus + introduces Roshni Gati (HIT Strategies) and the focus: what 2025 results mean for 202600:03:00 — The 2024 turnout drop: Black, Latino, and AAPI turnout declines (and what that signaled for Democrats)00:07:00 — Why young voters of color disengaged in 2024: “Democrats have been in charge… what have you done for my life?”

Few understand the AI landscape in HR like Ben Eubanks, Chief Research Officer of Lighthouse Research & Advisory, bestselling author, and seasoned SPARK speaker. HR Daily Advisor had the chance to sit down with Ben to ask our most burning questions about what 2026 holds for AI and HR and get a sneak peek into what he'll be discussing during SPARK HR 2026 in just a few months. In today's episode of HR Works, we went over the ins and outs of AI, how leaders and employees alike are using it, and what to watch out for when coming up with an AI strategy.

In This Episode Could up to 80% of existing credit cards be canceled or see credit reductions under the proposed 10% interest rate cap? That's the stark prediction from industry research and leading credit providers like JPMorgan's Jamie Dimon. Instead of helping consumers, the policy could trigger an evaporation of available credit, shrink access, and push borrowers toward less regulated alternatives. In this episode of Breaking Banks, Jason Henrichs connects with leading industry voices Ron Shevlin, Managing Director & Chief Research Officer of Cornerstone Advisors and author of Forbes‘ Fintech Snark Tank, and Rhett Roberts, Co-Founder and CEO of LoanPro. As the trio discuss benefits, tradeoffs, and risks, they recognize that one size doesn’t always fit all, and explore where innovation might fill the gap: buy-now-pay-later (BNPL) models, bespoke lending products, and how stablecoins could be a market-based alternative to blunt the access problem, a way to lower costs without breaking the system. Could “loan-on-card” structures or embedded finance preserve convenience while reshaping risk? If credit migrates outside traditional card networks, are we undermining decades of consumer protection? For anyone shaping the future of banking, fintech, consumer lending and credit, or just trying to better understand the benefits, potential tradeoffs, and risks of interest rate caps and stablecoins as a market-based alternative, this episode is essential listening. Credit has a very long history of teaching us that quick fixes often create new problems.

Main pointsOpenAI's Financial Instability: OpenAI is facing a catastrophic financial burn of approximately $15 million daily, with projected losses exceeding $14 billion in 2026. This is coupled with a mass exodus of key leadership (CTO, Chief Research Officer, and Chief Scientist) and a massive $134 billion lawsuit from Elon Musk.The Component Crisis & Market Saturation: OpenAI's hoarding of GPUs, RAM, and SSDs has caused consumer prices to skyrocket (e.g., DDR5 RAM jumping from $300 to over $1,000). Despite this, newer models like GPT-5 are reportedly disappointing users, while Google's Gemini has surged to 650 million monthly active users.The "Agent" Marketing Myth: An internal Google playbook reveals that 99% of "AI Agents" currently on the market are merely "marketing buzzword packaging" consisting of simple API calls. True autonomous agents require a rigorous "AgentOps" infrastructure—including four-layer evaluation frameworks and security protocols—that most startups currently lack.Unsustainable Infrastructure & Economics: Experts warn that the AI bubble mirrors the 2008 housing crash. The "fundamental math" is failing: energy and capital costs are quintupling while performance gains diminish, requiring OpenAI to generate $2 trillion in annual revenue (15x current growth) just to remain viable.The AI Layoff Wave: Significant job cuts are being attributed to AI restructuring and automation, with 245,000 tech jobs lost in 2025. Major 2026 layoffs include 48,000 at UPS due to automation and 30,000 corporate roles at Amazon, signaling a shift from human capital to AI integration.Referenced X Users @BoringBiz_@nitinthisside_ @anon_opin

From time to time, we'll re-air a previous episode of the show that our newer audience may have missed. During this episode, Santosh is joined by Kevin O'Marah, Chief Research Officer at zero100, a company that brings leaders together to power growth, resilience and sustainability through digital supply chain transformation. Santosh and Kevin explore how demand, amplified by social media platforms like TikTok, now drives supply chain operations. Kevin emphasizes the need for agility and real-time demand sensing in supply chains to adapt to rapid consumer behavior changes, the need for supply chains to balance demand and sustainability to meet the needs of a growing global population, and so much more.Highlights from their conversation include:Kevin's Background in Supply Chain (0:41)zero100 Overview (1:15)Demand vs. Supply Dynamics (4:08)Impact of Social Media on Demand (5:05)Understanding TikTok (6:14)Gen Z and Demand Persistence (13:22)Sustainability Challenges (15:23)Designing a TikTok Supply Chain (18:55)Successful Examples in Supply Chain (21:15)This or That Segment: TikTok vs. Instagram (23:34)This or That Segment: Airfreight or Ocean Cargo (24:30)Final Thoughts and Takeaways (25:38)Dynamo is a VC firm led by supply chain and mobility specialists that focus on seed-stage, enterprise startups.Find out more at: https://www.dynamo.vc/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

CNA is committed to using the latest technology to help us deliver for our sponsors. In this episode, we discuss how we are integrating our LLM, Morse Code, into our research process. Guest Biographies Dr. Jonathan Schroden is the Chief Research Officer within the Office of the President at the CNA Corporation. In this role, he oversees CNA's Research Office, including the life cycle of research quality excellence, our independent research program, research publications, editing, and support, human subjects research compliance, and research modernization and data governance.  Gregor Goodman is CNA's chief AI officer, acting as the end-to-end technology interlock between study sponsors and CNA on the largest high-impact projects. He works together with business and research leaders to build a technology partnership, ensuring that offered technical solutions deliver exceptional results for clients. Erin Mohres is the managing director of CNA's Center for Homeland Security and Infrastructure Resilience. Further Reading CNA: AI Maturity Model for Government Agencies Microsoft: CNA and Cloudforce deploy trusted AI to advance national security work

Dana Telsey, CEO and Chief Research Officer at Telsey Advisory Group, joins to recap retail sector performance with 2025 drawing to a close.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Consumers are shifting from traditional search engines to AI tools like ChatGPT and Gemini, which is fundamentally changing how financial products appear and get evaluated.Amber Buker, Chief Research Officer at Travillian, reconnects with Alana Levine, Chief Revenue Officer at Fintel Connect, to explore one of the biggest shifts uncovered in Fintel Connect's annual survey: the rise of consumers using Large Language Models like ChatGPT and Gemini to research financial products. This move away from traditional search engines is already reshaping affiliate marketing, prompting Fintel Connect to examine how different AI models source recommendations and how financial institutions can stay visible in a growing no-click environment.

In this episode of NucleCast, host Adam Lowther engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Rob Kittinger, a seasoned expert from Sandia National Labs. They delve into the critical role of human factors in nuclear safety and explore the intriguing dynamics of the AI race between the US and China. From the potential pitfalls of human error to the strategic implications of AI advancements, this episode offers a deep dive into the challenges and opportunities shaping our nuclear future. "Other examples of color vision affecting job safety can be found here: https://waggonerdiagnostics.com/pages/law-enforcement "Robert Kittinger, Ph.D. is a Senior Fellow at the National Institute for Deterrence Studies (NIDS). He spent nearly 10 years at Sandia National Laboratories, culminating in the Nuclear Threat Science department and working in Nuclear Emergency Support and Counterterrorism & Counter-Proliferation (CTCP). During his time at Sandia, he was also a 2017 graduate of the prestigious Weapon Intern Program (WIP).Before joining Sandia, Dr. Kittinger spent over five years as a civilian in the U.S. Navy and was part of a five-person tech startup, BookLamp, which was acquired by Apple in 2013. Following his tenure at Sandia, he served as a senior researcher at Amazon and currently holds the role of Chief Research Officer at a MedTech company.Socials:Follow on Twitter at @NucleCastFollow on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/nuclecastpodcastSubscribe RSS Feed: https://rss.com/podcasts/nuclecast-podcast/Rate: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nuclecast/id1644921278Email comments and topic/guest suggestions to NucleCast@anwadeter.org

Dana Telsey, CEO and Chief Research Officer at Telsey Advisory Group, talks about luxury gifting trends leading holiday spending among affluent consumers. Telsey spoke with Bloomberg's Tom Keene and Paul Sweeney.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of the pregnantish podcast, we're joined by someone who knows what it means to evolve, pivot, and take ownership of her path, personally and professionally. Jordyn Taylor Braff is a bi-coastal real estate agent helping clients find their dream homes in both New York and Los Angeles. Some may know her from the reality show Selling the City, from her music career with Interscope Records, or as Trevor Noah's ex; but what they may not know is how much Jordyn dreams of motherhood, and why she's empowered to share her fertility journey of freezing her eggs publicly. As a 35th birthday gift, Jordyn made the decision to preserve her fertility. In this candid conversation, she shares the real story behind that choice – the fears, the empowerment, and the emotional roller coaster that so many can relate to but rarely talk about.This episode also features Dr. Kate Devine, Medical Director and Chief Research Officer at US Fertility, who brings a wealth of experience and insight to the conversation. Dr. Devine shares the newest published research on egg freezing and undergoing fertility treatments over 35 years old, and how modern medicine continues to expand the possibilities for family building.This timely conversation is about what's next for Jordyn in life and love, why she's sharing her decision to freeze her eggs, and why there should never be shame attached to admitting that you dream of parenthood in your future. This episode is presented by Shady Grove Fertility, a clinic in the US Fertility network. Shady Grove Fertility offers cutting-edge fertility treatments to help you grow your family. Explore the Shady Grove Fertility difference and their exclusive 100 percent refund for IVF at ShadyGroveFertility.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Subscribe to UnitedHealthcare's Community & State newsletter.Health Affairs' Jeff Byers welcomes Allison Oakes, Chief Research Officer of Trilliant Health, to the pod to discuss Trilliant's recent health care trend report highlighting the health economy and breaking down the big trends, including price and affordability, demographics and lifestyle, care settings and therapies, and more.Join us for this upcoming event:11/5: Health Benefits in 2025: Insights from the KFF Employer Health Benefits Survey (INSIDER EXCLUSIVE)Become an Insider today to get access to this event and our third trend report focusing on the influence of private equity in health care.Related Articles:2025 Trends Shaping the Health Economy (Trilliant Health) Subscribe to UnitedHealthcare's Community & State newsletter.

In this episode of Anchor Change, I interview Sarah Stamper, Chief Research Officer at Murmuration, about the organization's work in community-focused research and insights. We discuss the importance of civic engagement, the role of third spaces in communities, and the unique perspectives of Gen Z on civic life and work. Our conversation also touches on the challenges of the current information ecosystem and the need for sustainable community power building.Key Takeaways* Murmuration organizes a network of organizations focused on community work.* The Civic Pulse initiative listens to 500 Americans daily to gather insights.* Gen Z shows unique patterns in civic engagement and work perspectives.* Third spaces are essential for community well-being and civic life.* Digital belonging differs significantly from in-person community connections.* Gen Z values honesty and authenticity in leaders and influencers.* The information ecosystem is fractured, affecting trust and relationships.* Shared experiences like sports and culture can bridge generational gaps.* Sustainable community power building is crucial for long-term engagement.* Meeting people where they are is key to rebuilding trust in democracy.Links* Insights by Murmuration Substack* Murmuration WebsiteAnchor Change with Katie Harbath is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to Anchor Change with Katie Harbath at anchorchange.substack.com/subscribe

Latha Sarathy is the founder of SALIENT HQ, a first-of-its-kind research agency and advisory service providing best-in-class, real-world-tested insights and strategic guidance on a fractional basis. In an age of AI, SALIENT HQ is committed to blending human intelligence with rigorous, intentional research to help clients achieve their goals.With over 30 years in media and market research, Latha has held senior leadership roles across blue-chip companies and industry organizations. Most recently, she served as Chief Research Officer at the Association of National Advertisers (ANA), overseeing analytics, insights, and measurement while driving initiatives such as SeeHer.where she laid the groundwork for industry insights and benchmarks in gender equality in media and marketing.Previously, as SVP of Insights & Strategy Activation at Ipsos North America, she managed a multimillion-dollar portfolio of global consumer insights projects for leading media and technology clients. She has also built high-performing research teams at NBCUniversal, Univision, CBS, Disney Publications, Interactive One, and Wenner Media.A frequent industry voice, Latha has presented at Cannes Lions, ANA conferences, Advertising Week, ARF, Comexposium Japan, and CTAM. She has also led strategic workshops for brands including American Express, Walmart, Georgia-Pacific, and General Mills, helping organizations translate insights into innovation and growth.

This week on Security Conversations, Ryan sits down with Chris Eng, former Chief Research Officer at Veracode, to talk about life after nearly two decades at one company and the lessons learned along the way. They dig into a career start at the NSA, the early days of @Stake and the Symantec acquisition, and the birth and ambitions of Veracode. Plus, thoughts on how helping startups shape product strategy, what it takes to translate technical expertise into business impact, and how security culture has evolved since the early “hacker-to-enterprise” days. The conversation touches on defining your career beyond titles, how the perception of “cybersecurity” has changed over the years, and why the industry still has plenty of room for curiosity, reinvention, and good storytelling.

Dr. Tony Peurrung, a senior leader in data science, explores the evolution and significance of data science, particularly in the context of national security. He discusses the historical development of data science, its applications in various fields, and the challenges faced in implementing data-driven solutions. The conversation also touches on the competitive landscape of data science between the U.S. and its adversaries, emphasizing the need for collaboration and innovation to harness the full potential of data science in addressing national security challenges.Dr. Peurrung is recently retired after a 31-year career at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory during which he made varied contributions as leader, scientist, and technology developer. His culminating executive leadership roles held between 2010 and 2024 included Associate Laboratory Director for National Security, Chief Research Officer, and Deputy Laboratory Director for Science and Technology. In his role as Deputy Director for Science and Technology, Dr. Peurrung stewarded PNNL's science and technology capabilities to address critical challenges in science, energy, the environment, and national security. He also played a leading role in institutional strategy development, managed PNNL's internal investment portfolio, and held responsibility for technology commercialization activities. As Associate Laboratory Director he was responsible for all aspects of the laboratory's national security mission portfolio including strategy development, leadership development, programmatic execution, and financial management. Under his leadership, PNNL delivered impactful science and technology to sponsors in the Department of Energy, Department of Homeland Security, Department of Defense, the National Nuclear Security Administration, and other mission sponsors.Socials:Follow on Twitter at @NucleCastFollow on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/nuclecastpodcastSubscribe RSS Feed: https://rss.com/podcasts/nuclecast-podcast/Rate: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nuclecast/id1644921278Email comments and topic/guest suggestions to NucleCast@anwadeter.org

What's the key to turning research into lasting brand growth? In this episode of the DMI podcast, host ⁠Will Francis⁠ speaks with ⁠Heather O'Shea⁠, Chief Research Officer at Alter Agents. With a career spanning Snapchat, Twitter, and Kantar, Heather shares her expertise on consumer insights, research methods, and how brands can better understand their audiences. She explores how qualitative and quantitative research work together, how AI is transforming the speed of insights, and how neuroscience reveals subconscious behaviors. Heather also discusses shifting consumer values, particularly among Gen Zers, the pitfalls of obsessing over clicks, and why marketers should focus on long-term brand growth. She also reflects on her move from client-side to agency-side research and offers practical advice for marketers looking to get closer to their audiences.What You'll Learn:How leading brands use insights to tackle tough business challengesThe difference between qualitative and quantitative research, and when to use eachWhy AI is transforming qualitative analysis and speeding up researchThe role of neuroscience in uncovering subconscious consumer behaviorsHow platforms like Snapchat use research to guide marketers on effective activationThe shift from client-side to agency-side research, and what that means for insights workHeather's Top 3 Tips for Effective Research Give people space — During research, step back and let conversations flow naturally to reveal unexpected insightsLook past your assumptions — Keep an open mind to discover what you weren't looking for.Move beyond clicks — Prioritize meaningful metrics that show true impact and support long-term brand growthThe Ahead of the Game podcast is brought to you by the Digital Marketing Institute and is available on ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube, Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠all other podcast platforms.And if you enjoyed this episode please leave a review so others can find us. If you have other feedback for or would like to be a guest on the show, email the podcast team!0:03:38 – What keeps brands up at night: premium, value, and video influence0:07:09 – Why Gen Z expects brands to take a stand0:09:32 – Research methods: qualitative, quantitative & mobile ethnographies0:14:19 – Using neuroscience and immersion to uncover true behavior0:16:55 – Strengths and drawbacks of qualitative vs. quantitative research0:21:11 – How AI helps analyze unstructured qualitative data0:25:50 – Partnering with platforms like Snapchat for trend insights0:31:42 – Moving from client-side to agency-side research0:35:16 – Heather's career lessons & finding the right fit0:44:14 – The future of market research & role of AI0:47:40 – Practical tips to better understand your audience0:50:22 – The one metric Heather would scrap: clicks

What comes after vibe coding? Maybe vibe researching.OpenAI's Chief Scientist, Jakub Pachocki, and Chief Research Officer, Mark Chen, join a16z general partners Anjney Midha and Sarah Wang to go deep on GPT-5—how they fused fast replies with long-horizon reasoning, how they measure progress once benchmarks saturate, and why reinforcement learning keeps surprising skeptics.They explore agentic systems (and their stability tradeoffs), coding models that change how software gets made, and the bigger bet: an automated researcher that can generate new ideas with real economic impact. Plus: how they prioritize compute, hire “cave-dweller” talent, protect fundamental research inside a product company, and keep pace without chasing every shiny demo. Timecodes: 0:00  Introduction & Goals of Automated Researcher0:43  The Evolution of Reasoning in AI1:46  Evaluations: From Benchmarks to Real-World Impact5:15  Surprising Capabilities of GPT-56:56  The Research Roadmap: Next 1, 2, 5 Years7:46  Long-Horizon Agency & Model Memory9:44  Reasoning in Open-Ended Domains11:18  The Role and Progress of Reinforcement Learning13:14  Reward Modeling & Best Practices14:21  The New Codex: Real-World Coding16:20  AI vs. Human Coding: The New Default20:07  What Makes a Great Researcher?21:14  Persistence, Conviction, and Problem Selection26:00  Building and Sustaining a Winning Research Culture31:45  Balancing Product and Fundamental Research39:00  The Importance of Compute and Physical Constraints45:50  Maintaining Speed and Learning at Scale47:18  Trust and Collaboration at OpenAI Resources: Find Jakub on X: https://x.com/merettmFind Mark on X: https://x.com/markchen90Find Sarah on X: https://x.com/sarahdingwangFind Anjney on X: https://x.com/AnjneyMidha Stay Updated: If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to like, subscribe, and share with your friends!Find a16z on X: https://x.com/a16zFind a16z on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/a16zListen to the a16z Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5bC65RDvs3oxnLyqqvkUYXListen to the a16z Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a16z-podcast/id842818711Follow our host: https://x.com/eriktorenbergPlease note that the content here is for informational purposes only; should NOT be taken as legal, business, tax, or investment advice or be used to evaluate any investment or security; and is not directed at any investors or potential investors in any a16z fund. a16z and its affiliates may maintain investments in the companies discussed. For more details please see a16z.com/disclosures. Stay Updated:Find a16z on XFind a16z on LinkedInListen to the a16z Podcast on SpotifyListen to the a16z Podcast on Apple PodcastsFollow our host: https://twitter.com/eriktorenberg Please note that the content here is for informational purposes only; should NOT be taken as legal, business, tax, or investment advice or be used to evaluate any investment or security; and is not directed at any investors or potential investors in any a16z fund. a16z and its affiliates may maintain investments in the companies discussed. For more details please see a16z.com/disclosures. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join Jim Rowan, former CEO and President of Volvo Cars, and Kevin O'Marah, Chief Research Officer at Zero100, as they discuss how supply chain leaders can navigate today's business environment. Jim shares his framework of six interconnected technologies for future relevance, explains how AI is reshaping organizations into dynamic neural networks, and offers practical advice for leaders seeking to become strategic partners to their CEOs. CSCO/COO evolution: From support to strategic partners (01:00)The six game-changing technologies that will drive future relevance (03:27)Agentic AI's potential impact on strategy and the org chart (08:20)How software-first thinking transforms supply chain strategy (11:31)What's next for Big Tech's big players? (15:39)US-China tensions and Europe's role in the tech ecosystem (20:06)How ops leaders can be effective partners to their CEOs (30:46)

We're taking a breather this August as we work on bringing you more great episodes of the ATS Breathe Easy podcast. But we're not going off the air - instead, we're bringing back some of our best episodes of the last season. See you in September for season two! Amy Attaway, MD, hosts the latest ATS Breathe Easy episode with former ATS President Monica Kraft, MD, and Asthma and Allergy Network's Chief Research Officer, De De Gardner, DrPH, discuss the benefits and challenges of biologics for asthma. What factors guide selection of a specific biologic for asthma? When should a patient transition from one biologic to another? This episode of the ATS Breathe Easy podcast is supported in part by AstraZeneca.