Podcasts about Dagan

Moin und willkommen zum Fleckenhörer am 8. September 2025. Heute vor 100 Jahren wurde Batsheva Dagan geboren. Die polnisch-israelische Überlebende des Holocaust war Autorin, Pädagogin, Psychologin und Zeitzeugin. Als Jugendliche wurde sie 1940 von den Nazis mit ihren Eltern in das Ghetto Radom verschleppt. Als ihre Eltern und ihre Schwester 1942 deportiert und im Vernichtungslager Treblinka ermordet wurden, flüchtete sie nach Deutschland, wo sie entdeckt, verhaftet und ins KZ Auschwitz-Birkenau deportiert wurde. Nach 20 Monaten im Konzentrationslager überlebte sie zwei Todesmärsche und wurde von den britischen Truppen im Mai 1945 befreit. Sie wanderte mit ihrem Ehemann nach Israel aus, wo sie einen Kindergarten leitete und später als Pädagogin und Psychologin promovierte. Dagan schrieb Bücher, Gedichte und Lieder für Kinder und junge Erwachsene über den Holocaust und entwickelte die noch heute benutzte Dagan-Methode, eine psychologische und pädagogische Methode über den Umgang mit dem Holocaust gegenüber Kindern. Mit ihren Büchern versuchte sie, das Interesse an der Shoah zu stärken und Kindern dabei auch die Möglichkeit zu geben, sich mit positiven Elementen menschlichen Verhaltens zu identifizieren. Für ihren Ansatz, ihren Büchern ein gutes Ende zu geben, wurde Dagan häufig kritisiert. Sie entgegnete: „Irgendwann verstand ich: Was auch immer ich schreibe, es würde kritisiert werden. Und das ist gut so.“ Letztes Jahr starb Batsheva Dagan im Alter von 98 Jahren. Die zweite Septembersendung möchte ich gerne dem solidarischen Kampf zur Verteidung von Raum und Sichtbarkeit widmen: +++ Widerstand in der Heimat: Max Czollek las im Rahmen des Heimaten-Festivals aus seinem Gedichtband „Gute Enden“. Musikalisch untermalt wird die Sendung von der Band Reifer Madness (Edmonton/Alberta, Kanada).

Joyce discusses Samarian Regional Council head Yossi Dagan's meeting with Hungarian leaders urging them to oppose Palestine being recognized as a state. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Each of us has likely experienced loss in one way or another. The process of grieving those losses looks different for everyone, but what remains true is that God promises to walk through those valleys of grief with us. Rebekah is no stranger to grief. When her son, Dagan, passed away suddenly at age 23, Rebekah's world was flipped upside down. Today, she is so generously sharing her story—one filled with evidence that, while the sting of loss never quite goes away, God still works even in the midst of darkness and tragedy. Resources for Further Growth: GriefShareLoss of Spouse GriefShareExperiencing Grief by H. Norman Wright Journeying Through Grief (Four-Book Series by Stephen's Ministries)

Join me for some thoughts on ukulele week and how the uke isn't Portuguese, what it's like to have nervous students, and why "perfect" kinda sucks.Step By Step picking ebook: https://liveukulele.com/store/step-by-step-picking/Dagan & Da Kine Sound: https://www.instagram.com/da_kine_sound/Kingside: https://www.youtube.com/@Kingside808Private lessons with Brad: https://liveukulele.com/store/one-on-one-lessons/Support the showJoin my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5 Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/ Use my Sweetwater affiliate link next time you need to buy some gear! https://sweetwater.sjv.io/9WbER0. Gear I use to create this podcast: https://liveukulele.com/about/my-gear/#recordingCREDITS- Hosted, produced, edited, and mixed by Brad Bordessa - Theme music by Brad Bordessa: "Fallout," "Eat You," and "Sister's Got a Gun" available on https://bradbordessa.bandcamp.com/

On today's program: Greg Steube, U.S. Representative for the 17th District of Florida, responds to the tension over the Epstein files in Congress, Iran's absurd conditions for a nuclear deal, and his legislation to protect Americans who believe in

This and all episodes at: https://aiandyou.net/ . We get at this AI thing from many different angles: it changes us in so many ways that we're not going to understand it through just a technical discussion. So today we look at what it means to be human in the AI age through the eyes of Dagan Shani, an independent filmmaker who has focused on the risks associated with AI through movies that evoke our emotions. His documentary Don't Look Up - The Documentary: The Case for AI as an Existential Threat was described by Max Tegmark as “the most important film of the year.” Shani's short documentary from 2024, Moloch - AI and the Deadly Force Driving Us to the Brink, and his latest film, Obsolete - Human Work in the Age of AI, both raise pressing questions about the rapid advancement of AI and its far-reaching implications. In part 2, we talk about Universal Basic Income, more about Moloch, and the Studio Ghibli incident and the future of AI-generated visual media.  All this plus our usual look at today's AI headlines. Transcript and URLs referenced at HumanCusp Blog.        

This and all episodes at: https://aiandyou.net/ . We get at this AI thing from many different angles: it changes us in so many ways that we're not going to understand it through just a technical discussion. So today we look at what it means to be human in the AI age through the eyes of Dagan Shani, an independent filmmaker who has focused on the risks associated with AI through movies that evoke our emotions. His documentary Don't Look Up - The Documentary: The Case for AI as an Existential Threat was described by Max Tegmark as “the most important film of the year.” Shani's latest film, Obsolete - Human Work in the Age of AI, raises pressing questions about the rapid advancement of AI.  We talk about Moloch, which is the legendary personification of competition that drives us to be our worst selves, and the subject of Shani's short documentary from 2024, Moloch - AI and the Deadly Force Driving Us to the Brink. We also talk about game theory, AI hype, impact on jobs, and AI in movie making. All this plus our usual look at today's AI headlines. Transcript and URLs referenced at HumanCusp Blog.        

Thank you for listening to Your Community Weekly. On today's episode, Dagan will be talking with Becky Lockaby on the details of this Sunday's ALL CHURCH GATHERING. You can find all event information by clicking here. If you are enjoying this podcast, be sure to show us your support by giving us 5 stars and write a short review.   Let's continue this discussion, email us your thoughts, comments, questions at podcast@ooltewahumc.com

Thank you for listening to Your Community Weekly. On today's episode, Dagan will be talking with Chrissy Gray on Camp Ootie and tonight's Swim Party!  You can find all registration and event information by clicking here. If you are enjoying this podcast, be sure to show us your support by giving us 5 stars and write a short review.   Let's continue this discussion, email us your thoughts, comments, questions at podcast@ooltewahumc.com

Constellation returns! Below is the original description Dagan sent me for the show, but to be honest, it feels a little too bold to leave on its own and I (Dustin) am worried people are going to think their phone or computers are going insane. To respect the artistic vision, I'll leave it, but know that this episode features Dagan, Cog, Gene, and Jaffe. Enjoy! .dauqs MSL eht fo tser eht dna retsgaD ,effaJ ,eneG ,goC evoL .emoclew er'uoY .siht ekiL .gniyonna repus s'ti nehw neve ,ytilanigiro dna ssenevitnevni fo smret ni rab eht esiar syawla ot esimorp ew ,eroferehT .ylgnidrocca reviled dna xob eht edistuo kniht dluohs sretsacdop etirovaf ruoy dna ,sretsacdop etirovaf ruoy morf ytivitaerc erom tcepxe dluohs uoY .elbatpeccanu yllatot s'taht wonk ew aideM dnatS tsaL ta ereH .gniroooooooooooooooooooooooB ?soediv ebuTuoY tsom fo snoitpircsed eht daer revE 0:00:00 - Intro00:15:09 - Shigeru Miyamoto00:48:09 - Source Material01:55:56 - Early Internet Experiences Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thank you for listening to Your Community Weekly. On today's episode, Dagan will be talking with Trinity Lambert and Chrissy Gray on some of the big events coming up in the life of our faith community.   You can find all registration and event information by clicking here. If you are enjoying this podcast, be sure to show us your support by giving us 5 stars and write a short review.   Let's continue this discussion, email us your thoughts, comments, questions at podcast@ooltewahumc.com

Hello! Dustin here. Dagan did not send me the show notes on this episode so here I am again writing the description. This episode featuring Dagan, Rick, and Micah is sure to be a banger you don't want to miss. There's even a mini topic thrown in there! Please enjoy. 0:00:00 - Intro0:21:06 - Reversing Decisions,1:31:16 - Mini topic1:59:01 - Yard Sales3:01:06 - Dream Mentor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Buds!PT London is here and so is Dagan White to chat about what we expect to happen!Like, comment, and subscribe!FRESH JUICE: An Indie Game Podcast:https://www.youtube.com/@FreshJuicePodMerch! - https://www.berrygoodembroidery.com/freshandbudsTommy's Linktree: linktr.ee/freshbudspod

Hello and welcome to Constellation! Usually, Dagan is the one who writes these descriptions, but he forgot this week! So, you have me (Dustin), and I'm not even on this episode! He's been getting a bit cheeky with them recently, so it's probably best I'm here to clean things up anyway. For this episode, Matty wants to talk about wrestling, and Dagan asks about plans we've had that have backfired on us. You may be asking, where's the third topic? This episode ended up being quite a doozy just between those two topics, so the last topic needed to be cut due to timing. So, join Dagan, Colin, Matty, and Gene for another episode. And hey, Dagster, don't forget to write the description next week! Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement. 0:00:00 - Intro 0:19:10 - Wrestling 1:52:14 - Plans that Backfired Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's Constellation, where we do ALL the work and you just sit back, relax and enjoy the yield of our labor. It's a raw deal and we're tired of it. Time to start earning your keep around here! This is a set-up of a joke: "Three podcasters walk into a bar..." Now we need you to come up with a punchline and drop it down in the comments. Pull your weight! The reward is getting back on my good side, if you're lucky. Honestly, it's the least you can do. Join me (Dagan), Dustin, and Brad for another episode! Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement. 0:00:00 - Intro 0:16:14 - The Beatles 1:19:05 - Staying motivated 2:06:58 - Our definition of "Cool" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Here at Last Stand Media's Constellation, we don't take the time to record super long podcasts just so you can read about them. Dustin, Lock and Dagan talk about coffee, gaming disappointments and dream collaborations. You're still reading this? We can't #!*&@! win. Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement. 0:00:00 - Intro 0:27:19 - Coffee 1:30:38 - Gaming Disappointments 2:11:04 - Dream Collaborations 2:42:02 - Sopranos spoiler start 2:43:23 - Sopranos spoiler end Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back to Constellation! Would you kindly feast your optic orbs on this group of podcasting superstars? And of course, Dagan. Kicking off Side A, Jaffe punches the boys right in the feels with his topic about song lyrics. The gang waxes poetic as they break down the words in the tracks that speak to them most. Next, Chris wants to commiserate about underwhelming experiences. After all the lofty expectations, which places, people and events just didn't live up to the hype? Finally, Dagan tries to entice his pals to talk some shit. Axes will be grinded, but will the dudes actually name names? As always, Colin just freeloads on everybody else's topic, because "he's the boss." Total bullshit. Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement. 0:00:00 - Intro 0:51:21 - Lyrics that Define Us 2:10:39 - Underwhelming Experiences 3:10:07 - Calling Someone Out Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

They're the world's most fearsome podcast team! Welcome back to Constellation! If you like those weapon-slingin' teenaged reptiles then you'll LOVE this episode's lineup! The first to wield his topic this week, Matty would like to converse with his bros about that elusive frame of mind known as 'the flow state'. What are the activities and specific talents that allow us to slip into a state of total focus, concentration and contentment. Next, driven by a cold Philadelphia winter, Dagan would like to lead his pals in a daydreaming session about fantasy vacations. In our respective opinions, what is the ideal getaway and which destinations do we feel most compelled to cross off our bucket lists. Lord Cognito strikes last, emerging from the shadows with a discussion about ninjas. These mysterious black-clad warriors became a pop culture phenomenon decades ago through TV, video games and comics, so why are we still so fascinated with everything about them? Thanks so much for tuning in! Ninja, vanish! poof Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement. 0:00:00 - Intro 0:33:15 - The Flow State 01:26:56 - Dream Vacations 02:13:51 - Ninjas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hello! It's me, Colin, returning to host Constellation for the first time in... well... quite awhile. Dagan was actually supposed to helm this episode -- I was going to appear as the fourth, topic-less guest -- but he got pulled into a work meeting at the last minute leaving me in the lead chair, and today's show as a trio. As such, please welcome Punching Up co-host Gene Park and LSM legal analyst Rick Hoeg back to the program. We start with Gene this week, who wants to talk about the imminent ban of the TikTok app in the United States, which should have already gone into effect by the time our podcast publishes. Hoeg, on the other hand, wants to delve into arts and entertainment from a global perspective, inquiring on which countries, localities, and so on we find ourselves most attracted to when it comes to the media we consume and appreciate. Finally, I bring up the rear with a topic that's top of many of our minds: What in god's name is going on with PlayStation and its games-as-a-service initiative? Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement. 0:00:00 - Intro 00:17:51 - TikTok ban 01:20:44 - Global Art Appreciation 01:57:46 - PlayStation's GaaS Meltdown Start your free online visit at https://www.hims.com/con Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Constellation rings in the new year with the triumphant return of everybody's favorite Final Boss! Colin occupies the 4th chair this week as the boys discuss a range of topics. First, Dustin wants to talk about media binging. Do we prefer to consume TV and video games gradually, aka the old-fashioned way, or do we like to marathon our media from start to finish in one sitting? Next up, as the wildfires continue to blaze through Los Angeles, Brad would like to discuss our thoughts on natural disasters. How do we deal with the potential of hazardous weather and dangerous geographic events striking the places we live? Last, Dagan brings us home with a little discourse about domestic squabbles. What bugs us about the people we share our homes with, and which of our habits incense those very same folks. Dagan thought of at least six additional annoying things about living with Helene since the show was recorded, but we'll save all that for a part two. But probably not because Dagster would prefer to stay married. Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement. 0:00:00 - Intro 0:44:58 - Binging 1:28:01 - Natural disasters 2:07:50 - Domestic Squabbles Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The holidays is a time of reflection and relaxation. It's a time to kick your feet up and chill with friends and family while enjoying a nice, toasty fire as you sip on a mug of warm cocoa and cherish some much needed peace and quiet. Unless you're us. If you're us, you want to make sure to squeeze in just one more episode of Constellation before the new year. Because, hey, we love you. This week, Lord Cognito starts things off by reminding us that we should be comfortable with our sensitive sides. In fact, Cog encourages us to discuss the things that make us cry. From movies and music to memories and missing our loved ones, there isn't a dry eye in the house as the gang talks about all the things that trigger those tears. Next, Dagster discusses his competitiveness, and he challenges his podcast pals to do the same. What's the one thing that brings out that cutthroat quality inside each of us, driving us to be the best and possessing us to claim victory at any cost? Furthermore, who are the rivals that keep us on our toes? Finally, Ben shares his feelings about Daylight Savings Time. We won't give too much away, but let's put it this way: Daylight Savings Time is lucky it isn't a living, breathing thing because Ben would have murdered it in cold blood years ago. Cog and Dagan also briefly share their feelings while mainly letting Ben vent angrily. Hey Daylight Savings Time, I would stay away from the Pittsburgh area until this whole thing blows over. Just sayin.' Timestamps: 0:00:00 - Intro 0:19:55 - Tearjerkers 0:54:18 - Competitiveness 1:37:44 - Daylight Savings Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Send us a textEpisode 307: AI in Education: Disruption, Challenges, and OpportunitiesIn this episode of My EdTech Life, I sit down with Dagan Berenstein, an innovative educator and digital content expert, to discuss the transformative impact of AI on education and how it's reshaping the learning landscape.Discover how AI tools like ChatGPT are empowering students and educators, the importance of thoughtful integration, and the challenges schools face when navigating this rapidly evolving technology. From fostering hands-on, meaningful learning to addressing equity and ethical concerns, Dagan shares actionable insights and strategies to use AI responsibly in classrooms.We also dive into Dagan's unique journey—from directing capstone projects tied to sustainability to geeking out on Web3 and blockchain in education—and explore how these experiences shape his vision for the future of learning.

How does AI help thwart new financial threats everyday? Catching financial criminals with ThetaRay Chief Product Officer Dagan Osovlansky this week on the Fintech Newscast Click Subscribe to keep up to date on the world of fintech!  Reach us at info@fintechnewscast.com or https://bsky.app/profile/fintechnewscast.bsky.social

Welcome back red, blue and purple people, to another episode of Constellation. This week on LSM's conversational podcast, we're getting a little bit political. Now that the 2024 presidential election is behind us and the results are in, Colin, Jaffe and Dagan discuss the outcome, the winners and losers and what it all might mean as the world hurtles into 2025. Is the gang feeling optimistic, cynical, hopeful, bitter, angry or worried in the face of these imminent changes? Regardless of your political stripe we hope you enjoy the conversation, and thanks so much as always for tuning in! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the heart of a war-torn Israel, Enon Dagan and Avichai Koch are fighting a new battle—not with weapons, but with determination and soil-stained hands. Once proud Israeli reservists, these heroes now work as farmers, struggling against all odds to preserve their homeland and sustain its economy. Their story is one of resilience, defending the land through hard labor and ensuring agriculture remains a cornerstone of Israel's strength and survival.     Help farmers here: https://bit.ly/40J3E7v   ✬ SPONSORS OF THE EPISODE ✬       ► U.S. Mobile: Better Coverage with Better Pricing!     Get a full data line for as low as $17.50 U.S. Mobile is a revolutionary wireless service that bundles minutes from all three major U.S. carriers, giving you the best of each network. You can choose whichever network is best for you.     USE promo LIVING LCHAIM for your first month FREE     → usmobile.com/lchaim    → Call 878-255-8940       ► Twillory: HUGE 50% SALE     Use promo code: INSPIRE for $18 OFF      →  Here: https://Twillory.com/      ► BitBean: Industry Leading Enterprise Software for Innovative     Seeking to optimize operations and scale your business? Bitbean empowers ambitious businesses with tailored software solutions. Automate workflows, streamline data management, and empower your workforce all while reducing your employee overhead by 30% or more.   Contact Bitbean today for a FREE CONSULTATION       →  https://bitbean.link/HTWCXU       ► Hiring4Less: The Smart Way To Grow Your Business Hire a full-time remote employee for only $7 an hour. Get huge talent at a low cost with overseas employees and no lock in contracts. Call, Text or WhatsApp →  845.682.0990 Visit →  https://hiring4less.com/ Email → info@hiring4less.com     ✬ IN MEMORY OF ✬      This episode is in memory of:      • Shimon Dovid ben Yaakov Shloima      • Miriam Sarah bas Yaakov Moshe      ✬ Donate and Inspire Millions (Tax-Deductible) ✬       Your generous donation enables us at Living Lchaim to share uplifting messages globally, enrich lives, and foster positive change worldwide! Thank you!       https://www.LivingLchaim.com/donate     Our free call-in-to-listen feature is here:      • USA: (605) 477-2100      • UK: 0333-366-0154      • ISRAEL: 079-579-5088      Have a specific question? email us hi@livinglchaim.comWhatsApp us feedback and get first access to episodes: 914-222-5513    Lchaim.

It's time for the latest Constellation conversation, starring some of your favorite Last Stand Media personalities. This week, Colin gets things started with a discussion about natural disasters. After mother nature recently wreaked havoc on the southeastern United States, and with the possibility of even more devastation in store, which forces of nature have we personally witnessed, and which natural disasters frighten us the most? Next, Micah eases our anxiety with a conversation around confidence boosters. From our favorite articles of clothing to lucky tokens or even the perfect haircut. What helps us feel extra self-assured and empowers us to take on the world? Contributing the third topic today, our favorite European pal would like to talk about the psychological effects of Covid. As we approach the 5 years anniversary of the dawn of the global pandemic, Lockmort picks our brains about our social tendencies in the wake of the lockdown. Are we more or less socially active then we were before the world changed in 2020, and how content are we with our current social habits and routines? Finally, Dagan returns to the show and asks the gang: "What's the craziest thing that ever happened to you?" Do we each have that one unbelievable incident or bizarre event that took place in our lives which almost doesn't even seem real upon reflection? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Yotam Dagan, a retired Israeli Special Forces commander, discusses his journey from experiencing psychological trauma to becoming a clinical psychologist and trauma specialist. He discusses the power of deep conversations and how they can help reduce stress and foster connection. Yotam introduces his digital platform, Dugri, which builds safe and anonymous communities for peer support.Yotam also discusses the trauma experienced by the Israeli people and the importance of providing support and care. He emphasizes the need for leaders to balance problem-focused and emotional-focused leadership during times of crisis.- https://dugri.us- Previous Appearance : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=stU0l_53Vm8YouTube Version: www.youtube.com/RadicalLifestyle- Radical Lifestyle Instagram Click Here- X: Click Here- TikTok: Click Here- Telegram channel and discussion: Click HereYou can also follow Andrew and Daphne on their social media platforms:Andrew Kirk: Facebook | InstagramDaphne Kirk: Facebook | InstagramTo support the channel: Click Here- UK only Donations here: Click Here

In this episode of NEJM AI Grand Rounds, hosts Raj Manrai and Andy Beam interview Dr. Noa Dagan and Dr. Ran Balicer from the Clalit Research Institute in Israel. The conversation explores Clalit's groundbreaking work in implementing predictive models at the point of care, their contributions to COVID-19 research, and the potential of AI in revolutionizing public health. Dagan and Balicer discuss the unique data set spanning more than half of Israel's population, their approach to integrating AI into clinical practice, and their vision for the future of data-driven health care. Transcript.

Dagan Koffler discusses the evolution and structure of his multi-faceted design-build company, which includes interior design, construction, landscaping and an import furniture business. He shares the challenges of managing overhead, leveraging his team, and navigating the complexities of permitting and construction in the coastal California market. https://dagandesignconstruction.com/ Partners:  Andersen Windows Buildertrend Velux The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts:  Nick Schiffer  Tyler Grace  Podcast Produced By: Motif Media Tyler's Top Blogs: How I Started My Business Books that Build Site Protection Principles My Preconstruction Process: Part 1 Becoming Proficient in Multiple Trades

Impact: Uranus Return 2025-2033 with Nick Dagan Best What does this election season and next historical phase hold in store for us? Author (“Uranus USA”) and professional astrologer Nick Dagan Best discusses the cycles of the planet Uranus in the US and other nations' astrological birth charts. He explores how the current time rhymes with … Continue reading "Impact: Uranus Return 2025-2033 with Nick Dagan Best"

Welcome back to another Constellation conversation! Dagan finally returns to the fold to host the latest exciting discussion with a cast of some of your LSM favorites. First, Dustin wonders about becoming a dad. As he and his wife Holly prepare for the imminent birth of their first child, the soon to be father asks for the crew's thoughts and advice on parenting. Next up, Ben wants to pick our brains about flying. What do we think about air travel, and what were some of our best and worst experiences in planes and airports? Once the gang lands safely back on the ground, Cog inspires us to appreciate our parents. As they get older, how have our relationships developed with the people that brought us into this world? Closing out this week's conversation, Dagan reflects on his intermittent hypochondria and inquires about his cohost's experience with this specific flavor of anxiety. Do we know people who tend to worry about their health to an unhealthy degree? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's me, Colin, and I come bearing bad news: Dagan is going to be gone for a few weeks. His work demands his presence over the next several Fridays, and thus I've slid (!) back into the host's chair. Joining me this week are LSM executive producer Dustin Furman, coordinator Micah Moriarty, and special guest Rick Hoeg of Hoeg Law. As always, topics vary wildly. Micah begins by talking about throwing parties and entertaining people at our home. Do we enjoy the process, or is it stressful? I go next with a deep cut (literally): Cold cuts, the glorious sliced meat that make the finest sandwiches imaginable. What are our go-tos? From there, we welcome Dustin's topic, all about our respective lives' biggest disappointments, from games, film, and TV, to work, love, and life in general. Finally, Hoeg brings up the rear with what ended up being our most-explored inquiry of the week: How we deal with fictional canon when we don't like all of it. Are we able to divorce ourselves from some of it and embrace the rest? Is "The Death of the Author" the true law of the land, or is authorial intent everything? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When a movie invokes our obscure hometown of Brookhaven, Long Island, you know we have to give that film the proper KnockBack treatment. Dagan's been smitten with Alex Garland's 2015 directorial debut Ex Machina recently, and in a strange twist-of-fate, I (Colin) have actually seen this flick, a relative rarity. Dag and I both sat down to watch it again, though, and deliver this episode of KB to you today on the tail-end. Garland's AI-focused film may be nearing its decade mark. Yet, it's somehow jumped the boundary from sci-fi to reality in the 10 or so years that have elapsed since its release. AI is no longer some future hypothetical what-if; it's happening before our very eyes. And there's no doubt that Ex Machina has a lot to say about the subject: Its creation, its development, and its very essence and nature. Can robots ever be alive? Perhaps it depends on what being alive even means. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back to another episode of Constellation! This week, Lockmort gets things rolling with a discussion about Online Algorithms. What are the pros and cons to the patterns we create while shopping, searching and watching content on our computers and phones? Next, Gene wants to talk about Donald Trump's guilty verdict. Now that the polarizing presidential candidate has been found guilty on all counts in his hush money case, what do we think this could mean for the United States and the world ahead of the 2024 election? Next up, David Jaffe returns to steer the conversation away from current affairs and straight towards nostalgia. Specifically, are we too quick to remember the past with rose-tinted glasses? Were the periods of time that we reflect on so fondly really that wonderful, or was it just our specific perspectives and circumstances during those years that encourage us to reminisce? And for this week's final topic, Dagan asks his cronies to remember the greatest compliments that they ever received. What are some of the nicest things that people have said to us, and which words of praise do we remember most? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

fter a flurry of activity, we find ourselves in a bit of a lull. And frankly, that's good. We could all use a little bit of a rest. Doing so allows us to catch up, refresh, and anticipate what lies behind the next undoubtedly-busy corner. With E3's multi-pronged replacement readying a barrage of announcements and other newsworthy bits, let's clear what's on our plate at present. Firewalk's divisive Concord has been given a (compelling?) price, PSVR2 is receiving its long-rumored PC adapter, WB loses $200 million on Rocksteady's Suicide Squad game, the original Halo is rumored for release on PS5, and much more. Listener inquiries wrap things up, per usual. Does Astro Bot have the potential to be PlayStation's next big IP? Do Chinese games deserve more respect? Why doesn't PlayStation Network allow you to buy digital titles for your friends? Is Colin a psychopath for embracing the 'sock-shoe, sock-shoe' lifestyle? Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement. 0:00:00 - Intro 0:18:57 - Dustin's baby's name 0:30:56 - Dusty 0:34:35 - Colin's Body Pillow 0:40:04 - Ranch 0:42:59 - sock, shoe, sock, shoe 0:49:24 - Slitter's Return 0:52:50 - Dagan's IMDB page 0:54:46 - Puff puff 0:58:48 - Tomba: Special Edition dated 1:10:26 - PSVR PC Adapter 1:23:56 - Multiple projects confirmed at Naughty Dog 1:32:55 - Concord price and beta details 1:55:34 - PS5 8K box change 2:10:11 - Is The Last of Us Part 2 PC port done? 2:14:04 - Octopath Traveler is out on PlayStation 2:19:20 - Suicide Squad bombs 2:25:41 - Silent Hill 2 gameplay 2:32:16 - Dragon Age has a new name 2:33:31 - YouTube Leaks 2:34:29 - Amazon's Yakuza show 2:43:24 - What We've Been Playing 3:00:39 - Astro Bot's potential 3:08:10 - Do we miss E3? 3:15:25 - Game selling regret 3:22:16 - Battle Pass objectives 3:25:02 - Chinese Games 3:29:21 - PSN buying for a friend Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back to Constellation, Last Stand Media's conversational podcast! This week's panel offers up a thought-provoking batch of topics for discussion. Micah has been thinking about family resemblances, and she'd like the rest of the gang to share their thoughts and experiences on the topic.Which of our family members do we look like most, and which physical characteristics are we grateful for inheriting? On the other hand, which cherished genetic attributes do we feel we missed out on, and how did our children fare in the resemblance department? Next, Ben wants to talk about loyalty programs. Are we inclined to take advantage of the common corporate promise of saving money in exchange for being faithful to a specific brand or retail outfit? In our experiences, which companies offer the best monetary incentives for shopping with them, and which don't inspire much loyalty at the end of the day. Batting third, Matty shares his deep passion for post-season sports. Are we crazed and rabid fans during the playoffs, especially when our favorite teams are in the mix? How do we handle the emotional roller coaster of winning and losing with the cities and the teams that we love the most? Finally, Dagan wants to share his obsession with awesome brand names. Do we recognize when a product, company or brand has an amazing moniker? What about next level game, book and movie titles? Simply put, which stuff has the coolest and most creative names? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back to Constellation, Last Stand Media's conversational podcast. This week's chat is packed to the brim with fun topics, so gather around the water cooler! Kicking off the discussion, Cog wants to commiserate about "that dude", aka that person in our lives that we just can't seem to gel with. Inevitably, we all have that one incompatible coworker, neighbor or friend of a friend that we'll probably never click with, and is it us or them? (Spoilers,, it's probably them). Weighing in next, Micah shares her most memorable quotes. What words of wisdom or kernels of enlightenment do we remember best, and how did we learn them? Was it the advice of a beloved family member, a movie quote or a character's line from a favorite book? For our third topic, Chris wants us to get serious about our favorite old school jokes. Just good, old fashioned set-up and punchline, like the classic comedy of yesteryear. Which timeless jokes do we simply never get tired of? Lastly, Dagan trolls his fellow podcasters and the Constellation audience with a topic purposely designed to be Not Safe For Work. Everybody is tasked with telling their best real-life R-rated story, and at least one tale is a hard NC-17! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

PJ returns to KnockBack to talk about all things skateboarding. Long Island's favorite skate rats chop it up about Tony Hawk, Supreme, injuries, favorite tricks and the infamous 'vert button'. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're settling back in from Sacred Symbols 300 live in New York City, and the experience has us (The Brothers Moriarty) feeling nostalgic, which is a good thing for our retro-and-nostalgia-themed show. We're particularly sentimental about our parents, who both attended the show, and who -- at 73 years old, both -- have always come through for us, even if the path wasn't always linear, or even clear. We love making fun of our mom and dad on KnockBack; it's a staple of Dagan and Colin podcasts. But we thought we'd go in the other direction today, and talk about all the ways we love and appreciate our parents, how we think they helped form us into the people we are today, and add to the deep Moriarty lore that only grows by leaps and bounds here at Last Stand. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dagan's best friend and Colin's other older brother finally arrives on the KnockBack scene to discuss skateboarding, video games, and growing up on the sometimes shady streets of Long Island. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices