Podcasts about Duolingo

Introduction“How did your Spanish get so good?” a well-meaning gringa (American) asks me, gaping. She's been in Roma Norte for six months, trying to improve her Spanish by taking classes. Unsurprisingly, that wasn't going well for her.“It's a long story,” I shrug. My last four and a half years of romantic date spots and spontaneous hookups flash before my eyes. I remember all the Mexican men who patiently listened to me during my broken-fluency phase, probably because they wanted to get into my underwear. “I've found that dating in Spanish helps a lot.”“Huh,” she says, pulling out her phone as if taking serious notes. Be promiscuous. Sleep around.“Once people started complimenting me on my speaking and my ego got involved, that's when I really started perfecting it. It's nice to impress people, you know? But let's be real,” I said, leaning in closer. “There's a lot of words they're not going to teach you in Spanish class.”“Really?” she said, looking extra perplexed. “Like what?”I paraphrased this list of flirty terms for her, and I'm about to share them with you. This list is not comprehensive at all; it's organic and random, much like the way you learn a language naturally by “coqueteando y cogiendo” (flirting and f*****g) in the day-to-day. Immersion isn't linear, and neither is fluency. Still, I hope you enjoy these silly, dirty phrases and the honest, embarrassing stories behind how I learned them.What dirty phrases do you know in Spanish? What's the story behind how you learned them? Share them in the comments!Subscribe so you can read what's shared! ✨Cringey Mexican Spanish Phrases I've Learned1. ¿Te gustan las nalgadas?”

No podcast ‘Notícia No Seu Tempo’, confira em áudio as principais notícias da edição impressa do jornal ‘O Estado de S.Paulo’ desta segunda-feira (03/08/2026): A Polícia Federal investiga a lobista Roberta Luchsinger e Fábio Luís Lula da Silva, o Lulinha, por suspeita de tráfico de influência em órgãos do governo federal. Levantamento mostra que a empresária fez 42 visitas a ministérios e ao Palácio do Planalto entre 2023 e 2024, mas 41 delas não foram registradas nas agendas oficiais. Fábio Luís é alvo de inquérito aberto na quinta-feira, dia 30, a pedido da PF, que apura se ele utilizou a influência do pai para defender interesses empresariais com a administração pública. A defesa de Luchsinger afirma que sua atuação como representante de clientes foi regular, enquanto a defesa de Lulinha nega que ele tenha recebido pagamentos ou usado influência para beneficiar empresários. Política: PT lança Lula candidato com foco em mulheres, idosos e soberania Economia: Conta de luz no Brasil supera a de 77 países; reforma cortaria custo em até 32% Internacional: Ortega aposta em distração de Trump para consolidar dinastia na Nicarágua Metrópole: Nova passagem subterrânea na Estação da Luz facilitará acesso a CPTM e metrôSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For a dozen years, Forbes has partnered with TrueBridge Capital Partners to highlight the companies that are likely to become unicorns in the near future. To qualify, startups must be venture-backed, based in the U.S. and worth less than $1 billion. In a sign of the times: Nearly all this year's list members use AI in some fashion as they work on everything from bone marrow to biological threats, cybersecurity to creative design. Our track record is striking: Of the 275 alumni of this list, 60% did indeed become unicorns, including household names Duolingo and DoorDash. Another 60 were bought (or were merged). Nearly half of last year's picks already are worth more than a billion. There have been surprisingly few disasters—just six companies, about 2%, imploded or shut down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Can you really learn a new language from apps like Duolingo? Sliced Bread listener Nathan Phelps has been teaching himself Japanese. He's tried textbooks, tutors, and crucially, language apps on his phone - and he came to us because he's seen these apps claiming to be “backed by science” to help you “learn a new language, fast”. More recently he's even seen apps boast about “AI powered features” to help you practice your language skills, available on premium subscriptions.Nathan wants to know: are language apps an effective way to learn? How do they compare to other ways of learning? And can AI really supercharge your language skills? To find out more, presenter Greg Foot is joined by Professor Elizabeth Wonnacott, Professor of Language Science at the University of Oxford and Director of the Language Learning Lab in their Department of Education. All of our episodes start with YOUR suggestions. If you've seen an ad, trend or wonder product promising to make you happier, healthier or greener, email us at sliced.bread@bbc.co.uk OR send a voice note to our WhatsApp number, 07543 306807. RESEARCHER: JULIA RAVEY PRODUCERS: PHIL SANSOM AND GREG FOOT

Can you really learn a new language from apps like Duolingo? Sliced Bread listener Nathan Phelps has been teaching himself Japanese. He's tried textbooks, tutors, and crucially, language apps on his phone - and he came to us because he's seen these apps claiming to be “backed by science” to help you “learn a new language, fast”. More recently he's even seen apps boast about “AI powered features” to help you practice your language skills, available on premium subscriptions.Nathan wants to know: are language apps an effective way to learn? How do they compare to other ways of learning? And can AI really supercharge your language skills? To find out more, presenter Greg Foot is joined by Professor Elizabeth Wonnacott, Professor of Language Science at the University of Oxford and Director of the Language Learning Lab in their Department of Education. All of our episodes start with YOUR suggestions. If you've seen an ad, trend or wonder product promising to make you happier, healthier or greener, email us at sliced.bread@bbc.co.uk OR send a voice note to our WhatsApp number, 07543 306807. RESEARCHER: JULIA RAVEY PRODUCERS: PHIL SANSOM AND GREG FOOT

Irwin Hau, founder of Chromatix and ConversionCow, joins Apptivate to unpack the psychology behind customer conversion and why acquisition is only the beginning of the user journey. Drawing from more than 17 years of experience analyzing tens of thousands of websites, apps, and digital experiences, Irwin shares the principles that separate traffic from customers, how clarity and proof influence decision-making, and why education, gamification, and ongoing engagement are critical to reducing churn. Irwin goes on to explore with Remerge's Patrick Eichmann how mobile marketers can improve onboarding, build stronger habit loops, and think more deliberately about retention rather than assuming installs automatically translate into long-term users. Questions addressed in this episode Why do mobile marketers focus so heavily on acquisition while overlooking conversion? What are the biggest mistakes companies make after generating traffic? How can marketers communicate their value proposition more clearly? Why is social proof so important in driving action? How should apps educate users after installation? What role do tutorials and onboarding play in retention? How can gamification reduce churn? What apps are doing engagement particularly well? How can marketers identify friction points in the user journey? What principles from human psychology should guide app growth? Timestamps 0:22 — Introducing Irwin Hau and his agency background 1:44 — The origins of Chromatix and ConversionCow 3:21 — Why marketers obsess over traffic instead of conversion 4:44 — The formula: traffic × conversion = customers 5:28 — Clarity: explaining what your product actually does 6:28 — Why social proof matters more than ever 7:00 — Making the call to action impossible to miss 7:56 — How to communicate value in just a few lines 10:24 — The biggest mistake marketers make after acquisition 11:44 — Why features come after solving the customer's problem 12:27 — Conversion doesn't stop after the install 13:27 — Education, tutorials, and onboarding experiences 14:28 — Push notifications, habit formation, and Duolingo 15:27 — Building virality through sharing and community 16:00 — Apps that get engagement right 16:52 — My Drive Hero and reward psychology 18:12 — Why group behavior reduces churn 19:00 — Where to find Irwin and closing thoughts Quotes (5:28) “If you cannot explain your app in less than seven words, I think you're waffling.” (12:30) “Conversion to me isn't a one-off thing. There are many different conversion points.” (13:09) "You can't just assume if they come through the door, we've got them for life. They will churn.” Mentioned in this episode Irwin Hau on LinkedIn Chromatix ConversionCow

The brain behind billions of views at Crocs, Duolingo, Smosh, TV and more. Sarah Whittle is an award-winning Director, Producer and Strategist that's worked across television, entertainment, tech, and CPG brands. In 2024, she was honored on AdAge's 40 Under 40 list and is currently building her own empire (Unicorn Social) consulting, directing and creating… You can see her (and her cats) on the internet @rudeunicorns and her internet expert musings on LinkedIn and her newsletter.

Eind mei opende Beeld & Geluid een groot deel van het archief voor het Nederlandse publiek. In de zogenaamde 'Schatkamer' kan iedereen naar hartenlust genieten van honderdduizenden televisie- en radio-uitzendingen. Voor Team Televisië was dat natuurlijk de absolute droom, een goudmijn waar we moeiteloos jarenlang mee vooruit zouden kunnen. We besloten ons toch maar in te houden, en een vierdelige zomerserie te maken, waarin we een fractie van al die pareltjes uitlichten. In deze tweede aflevering zien we een ongekende clash tussen Annemarie Jorritsma en Piet Bambergen, maken we kennis met Duolingo-tv, gaan we moorden met Ron Brandsteder én leren we hoe te praten door niemand minder dan Jack van Gelder. Lang leve RappaTongo!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Marketing im Kopf - ein Podcast von Luis BinderIn dieser Folge wird über verschiedene Unternehmen gesprochen, da Markennamen genannt werden, handelt es sich um UNBEZAHLTE WERBUNG!In dieser Folge: In der heutigen Podcastfolge von Marketing im Kopf geht's darum wie Unternehmen Kunden über die 5 Ps wirklich binden. Wir schauen uns an, warum Kundenakquise nicht nur überzeugen, sondern auch stimulieren und eingewöhnen muss. Außerdem geht es darum, warum Kundenbindung nicht bei Treue endet, sondern über Individualisierung und Cross-Selling den Share of Wallet erhöht, und welche Rolle Leistung, Kommunikation, Preis, Vertrieb und Personal dabei jeweils spielen.____________________________________________⁠Marketing-News der Woche:⁠Lieferando bringt digitale Werbung ins RestaurantfensterLieferando und T Advertising Solutions vermarkten erstmal 500 digitale Displays in Restaurants, bis Ende 2027 sollen es 2.000 sein. Die Flächen sind programmatisch buchbar. Die besten WM-Spots kamen nicht nur von GroßmarkenEDO wertete mehr als 1.200 Spots von 369 Marken während der Fußball-WM aus. Stark schnitten Kalshi, Oura Ring und AT&T ab. Kalshis Spot erzeugte laut Analyse 796-x mehr direkte Reaktion als der durchschnittliche WM-Spot. Kulturelle Nähe wird zum Gegenmittel gegen KI-EinheitswerbungViele KI-generierte Kampagnen ähneln sich. Lemonade, Sprite und Duolingo setzen auf Street-Art, Musik oder Anime. Das kann Marken in Social Media unverwechselbarer machen, funktioniert aber nur bei einer echten Verbindung zur Community. Relevanz entsteht durch Teilhabe, nicht durch Kopieren.Aufmerksamkeit wird wichtiger als reine ReichweiteMenschen nutzen Bewegtbild inzwischen durchschnittlich 4 h 33 min. täglich. Mehr Bildschirmzeit führt aber nicht automatisch zu mehr Werbewirkung. Entscheidend ist, ob Werbung tatsächlich aufmerksam verfolgt wird. 20 % der 30- bis 49-Jährigen recherchieren parallel nach beworbenen Marken oder Produkten.____________________________________________Vernetz dich gerne auf LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/luisbinder/⁠ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marketingimkopf/Du hast Fragen, Anregungen oder Ideen? Melde dich unter: marketingimkopf@gmail.com Die Website zum Podcast findest du hier. [⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/2WN7tH5⁠⁠⁠]

In this Dialogue episode of The Synopsis we talk Atlassian, AI/ software risks, Duolingo, and Uber in this podcast.    ~*~ You can also get a free trial to AlphaSense to read 200k+ expert calls through this link.  ~*~ For full access to all of our updates and in-depth research reports become a Speedwell Member here. Please reach out to info@speedwellresearch.com if you need help getting us to become an approved research vendor in order to expense it. -*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*- Show Notes (0:00)  — Atlassian Business Overview (8:45)  — Vertical vs Horizontal Software (11:15)  — Is Atlassian a Melting Ice Cube? (12:56)  — Atlassian AI Argument (35:11)  — Duolingo Update (50:45)  — Uber News (53:53)  — Buffett Leads Berkshire's Google Investment -*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*- For full access to all of our updates and in-depth research reports, become a Speedwell Member here. Please reach out to info@speedwellresearch.com if you need help getting us to become an approved research vendor in order to expense it. *-*-*- Follow Us: Twitter: @Speedwell_LLC Threads: @speedwell_research Email us at info@speedwellresearch.com for any questions, comments, or feedback. -*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*- Disclaimer Nothing in this podcast is investment advice nor should be construed as such. Contributors to the podcast may own securities discussed. Furthermore, accounts contributors advise on may also have positions in companies discussed. This may change without notice. Please see Speedwell's and Drew Cohen Money's full disclaimers here:  https://speedwellresearch.com/disclaimer/ https://www.drewcohenmoney.com/disclaimers 

Brand of the Match is back for round three, and this one's a scrap. Lottie Unwin and Joel Bjarni Marlinarson take on social campaigns: the channel everyone thinks they understand and almost nobody gets right.A social campaign isn't a TV ad reposted on Instagram. It's built for social, from the ground up, with social as the destination. This week Lottie and Joel go head to head on Apple's unhinged new TikTok tone for the MacBook Neo launch, Hair Syrup's Dragon's Den underdog story turned comment-section cult following, Sult's founder-led rise on the back of co-founder Millie Goldsmith's own audience, All Things Butter and Bold Bean's recipe feeds that have become destinations in their own right, QuickBooks Studios' surprisingly brilliant YouTube series for creators, Duolingo's retreat from the unhinged tone it invented, Blank Street, Gap, OpenAI and more!  Only one brand walks away crowned Brand of the Match.This episode is brought to you by Stickybeak, rapid consumer research built for FMCG marketers. Test packaging, concepts and campaigns with real people in under 48 hours. Find out more: stickybeak.co0:00 — Intro: how the show works, red cards, yellow cards and the whistle0:49 — Kick-off: Round three, Champion of Social Campaigns1:07 — Defining a social campaign: content built for social as the destination2:14 — Format switch for this round: pitch and judgeApple's TikTok reinvention for the MacBook Neo launchYellow card: has Apple gone to "TikTok therapy" far too lateApple's defence: product-specific, and a hedge against losing the AI raceHair Syrup's Dragon's Den underdog story and comment-section community8:49 — Segue into SaltSalt's colour ownership, founder pull and the case for radical transparencyDoes social buzz actually convert, and Salt's messaging gaps14:11 — Half-time: the Stickybeak ad break15:24 — Second half: All Things Butter and Bold Bean as recipe-content destinationsBoring businesses doing brilliant social: QuickBooks Studios on YouTubeDuolingo pulling back its unhinged tone of voice for Gen AlphaBlank Street's Affogato Ball, treated like a fashion dropBuilt's comedy writers' room and Gap's new chief entertainment officerGap's nostalgia-led comeback, leaning on Kelis's "Milkshake"OpenAI's nostalgic art direction, winning the heart over the spec sheet27:18 — Final whistle and verdict27:51 — Red card: Bold Bean, for lacking episodic follow-through28:11 — Gap crowned Brand of the Match for Social Campaigns28:44 — Predictions: Snapchat, LinkedIn and Franco Manca's Strava play29:53 — Prediction: more behind-the-scenes education on what a campaign actually takes30:22 — Outro and how to follow the showJoel Bjarni Marlinarson — Instagram & TikTok: @coldestjoel | LinkedIn: Joel Bjarni MarlinarsonLottie Unwin — Instagram: @lottieunwinmarketing | TikTok: @lottieupworld | LinkedIn: Lottie UnwinSubscribe wherever you listen, and drop a comment if you think we got the verdict wrong.In This EpisodeFollow the Show

John Lilly has had a front row seat to almost every major shift in technology over the last thirty years, and he has sat in almost every chair while it happened.He was a Senior Scientist at Apple in 1997, when the market cap was two billion dollars and most people assumed the company was finished. He co-founded Reactivity, later acquired by Cisco. He became CEO of Mozilla and led Firefox past 450 million users, running an open source nonprofit at a time when nobody else in Silicon Valley was doing anything like it. Then he spent over a decade as a General Partner at Greylock, where he led investments in Instagram, Dropbox, Figma, Tumblr and Quip. He sits on the boards of Figma, Duolingo and Nuro, and recently joined Gigascale Capital as an Advising Partner, backing companies rebuilding the physical economy.In this conversation with Jessica Neal and co-host Jeff Markowitz, John walks through what he actually saw in the founders everyone else missed.He tells the story of chasing Kevin Systrom for six months, wiring the money on a Thursday, and getting the call three days later that Instagram was selling to Facebook. He explains the moment a friend showed him Instagram and what clicked was not the filters, it was the distribution. And he describes meeting a 19 year old Dylan Field at a Starbucks in Palo Alto, telling him his product did not matter, and then spending the next decade watching him prove it wrong.He is also honest about the parts that are harder to hear. Why some partners at Greylock wanted Dylan replaced. Why he thinks micromanaging the right things is a feature of good leadership, not a flaw. Why he does not tell CEOs anything, and what he does instead. And why, at a moment when OpenAI and Anthropic are pulling talent out of every company on earth, the answer is not matching the money.He closes with something a colleague at Mozilla told him years ago that he still carries: we had a chance to make the world we wanted, and we did it.━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━WHAT WE COVER━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━THE FOUNDER QUESTION→ How John spotted Dylan Field at 19→ Why recruiting senior people is the strongest early signal→ The trait every great founder shares: relentless about getting help→ Why non-defensiveness beats raw intelligence→ The lunch where they told Dylan he had to build a go to marketTHE INVESTMENTS→ Chasing Kevin Systrom for six months→ The underwater photographer who explained Instagram to him→ Why the network mattered and the filters did not→ The four day flip to Facebook and what he told his LPs→ The Adobe Killers that came before Figma and why this one was differentLEADERSHIP AND SCALE→ Going from 12 people to a quarter of the internet at Mozilla→ Why he never learned the delegation lesson everyone teaches→ Larry and Sergey reviewing every resume and what that signals→ Learning to be simpler in your message as you grow→ Deciding you would rather be successful than comfortableTHE TALENT WAR→ Why every great person is now a free agent→ The spreadsheet exercise he gives every CEO→ Tour of duty and the bilateral deal between company and employee→ Never making an offer until you know it will be accepted→ Why money is rarely the only reason people leaveTHE CURRENT MOMENT→ Why leadership now means stability without pretending anything is stable→ The collision of faster scaling and total vulnerability→ Why org size no longer scales with impact→ Alpha nerds, Tim O'Reilly, and following the most technical people around→ Investing in transformers, copper recycling and rare earth supply chains→ Why none of the AI future is settled and it is all still to play for━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━CONNECT WITH JOHN LILLYLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/johnlilly━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━Truth Works is hosted by Jessica Neal, former Chief Talent Officer at Netflix, with co-host Jeff Markowitz.

In this edition of The Random Show, Tim Ferriss and Kevin Rose reunite over tequila to talk Zen retreats, learning to rock climb at (almost) 50, mortality and grief, why you should stop saying "one day," AI predictions , and much more. Please enjoy!This episode is brought to you by:Incogni, which removes your personal data from the web, helping shield you from fraud, scams, and identity theft: Incogni.com/Tim (use code TIM at checkout and get 60% off an annual plan)Wealthfront high-yield cash account: Wealthfront.com/Tim New clients get 3.30% base APY from program banks + additional 0.75% boost for 3 months on your uninvested cash (max $150k balance). Terms and conditions apply. The Cash Account offered by Wealthfront Brokerage LLC (“WFB”) member FINRA/SIPC, not a bank. The base APY as of 1/30/26 is representative, can change, and requires no minimum. Tim Ferriss, a non-client, receives compensation from WFB for advertising and holds a non-controlling equity interest in the corporate parent of WFB, which creates a conflict of interest. Individual experiences and outcomes will differ. Instant withdrawals may be limited by your receiving firm and other factors. Investment advisory services provided by Wealthfront Advisers LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser. Securities investments: not bank deposits, not bank-guaranteed or FDIC-insured, and may lose value.Timestamps[00:00:00] Start.[00:00:24] A tequila toast, and getting "taxed" by alcohol as you age.[00:02:18] Toaster at 15: a late-night health scare.[00:06:01] Losing Om Malik, and finding out on retreat.[00:08:03] Matt Mullenweg, Antarctica, and gratitude.[00:09:34] Coming to terms with our limited time on Earth.[00:14:37] Five days of silence and the koan "Mu."[00:15:20] Kevin's micro-insight and a plug for The Way.[00:27:25] Rock climbing after 40, and a Yosemite goal.[00:29:18] Michael Eckert and finger-strength training.[00:30:40] The Nug, Abrahangs, and a travel training kit.[00:32:57] Free Solo and climbing with a fear of heights.[00:37:53] The Blade Itself, and a friend lost in a plane crash.[00:39:19] A2 protein and Pioneer Pastures.[00:40:34] Maui Nui venison and the nitrate question.[00:43:48] deltaG ketones: what they are and the catch.[00:45:42] Ketones, dementia, and verbal fluidity.[00:46:29] Pre-grieving a parent's decline.[00:48:33] Training not to die: the one bike I can stand and the Norwegian 4×4.[00:51:10] Something beats nothing: saunas, treadmills, and Duolingo chess.[00:53:04] The MM120 anxiety study — and a small-world surprise.[00:56:17] Psilocybin, LSD, and dementia case reports.[01:01:28] Neutonic toothpicks and Kevin's AI-powered home.[01:06:12] Spooky AI personalization and investment autopsies.[01:17:38] Values cards, contractual bonds, and dark information.[01:23:25] 360 reviews and child-rearing.[01:24:54] Wispr Flow, Shokz, and my recording rig.[01:29:32] The "big three" and where AI goes next.[01:44:40] Let your winners run; buy the company, not the product.[01:51:08] Digg's relaunch, 5-Bullet Friday, and parting thoughts.*DISCLAIMER FROM TIM FERRISS: I am not an investment adviser. Nor is Kevin Rose. All opinions are mine alone. Or his. There are risks involved in placing any investment in securities or in Bitcoin or in cryptocurrencies or in anything. None of the information presented herein is intended to form the basis of any offer or recommendation or have any regard to the investment objectives, financial situation, or needs of any specific person, and that includes you, my dear listener or reader. Everything you're going to hear is for informational entertainment purposes only.*For show notes and past guests on The Tim Ferriss Show, please visit tim.blog/podcast.For deals from sponsors of The Tim Ferriss Show, please visit tim.blog/podcast-sponsorsSign up for Tim's email newsletter (5-Bullet Friday) at tim.blog/friday.For transcripts of episodes, go to tim.blog/transcripts.Discover Tim's books: tim.blog/books.Follow Tim:Twitter: twitter.com/tferriss Instagram: instagram.com/timferrissYouTube: youtube.com/timferrissFacebook: facebook.com/timferriss LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/timferrissSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What is up, y'all! Grab your favorite drink, get comfortable, and get ready to slide some serious soul into your Wednesday. Mike and Tiff are back in the home studio on this brand-new episode of Damn We Grown, and yes—the “Beyoncé fan” is officially blowing to keep the vibes immaculate.This week, the couple kicks things off by breaking down their weekend adulting hustle. From pulling an “audible” on a local date night at Lazy Dog (where Tiff was highly suspicious of the patio dog-rules) to negotiating child labor in the backyard garden so their daughter can learn the value of a dollar, they're keeping it 100% real. The backyard garden is officially underway with tomatoes and bell peppers, because in 2026, paying $1.50 for a single bunch of cilantro is just downright disrespectful to the bank account!Later, they dive into a hilarious debate about learning new languages, with Tiff bragging about her 172-day Spanish Duolingo streak—even if she only knows three words and has to mimic a cartoon voice to pass the app's speaking test.But the real heat comes when Mike and Tiff unpack a viral video of a woman confronting a younger sister in public for wearing a satin bonnet at the grocery store.Is wearing a bonnet in public an issue of "putting your best foot forward" and maintaining self-respect, or is the backlash rooted in respectability politics and a deep-seated desire to appease the white gaze?With their signature humor, empathy, and candor, Mike and Tiff get into:Cultural Pride vs. Presentation: How we treat our hair, our clothes, and our personal style out in the wild.The Double Standard: Why cultural staples like bonnets, durags, braids, and gold chains are labeled "ghetto" until they're co-opted by mainstream media and suddenly branded as "chic."Relationship Compromise: Why Mike flat-out refuses to let his partner control his style—even if he chooses to wear a durag on a date.Putting Yourself First: Why loving yourself has to come before pleasing anybody else, including your spouse.This episode is packed with hilarious tangents, deep cultural insights, and the kind of marital banter only these two can deliver. Hit that play button, lock in, and remember—keep choosing joy!Connect with the Grown Family!Got some strong thoughts on the bonnet debate? Or maybe a secret Duolingo hack? We want to hear from you!Email us: DamnWeGrown@gmail.comInstagram/TikTok: @DamnWeGrownListen & Subscribe: Find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you get your favorite podcasts. Please leave us a review to help the family grow!The Meat & Potatoes: The Great Bonnet Debate

Great brands do more than meet a need. They transform that need into desire. But in an increasingly crowded and fragmented media landscape, how can brands earn attention, turn that attention into affection, and ultimately inspire people to act?Recorded live at the Havas Café during the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, this special roundtable is the first in a three-part series exploring the many dimensions of desire. Jim is joined by three marketing leaders approaching that challenge from very different industries: Manu Orssaud, Chief Marketing Officer at Duolingo;Benoit Vatere, Chief Media and Digital Commerce Officer at Liquid Death; and Oliver Walker-Jones, who leads Marketing, Communications and Brand at Joby Aviation.Together, they explore how modern brands use media to create lasting desire. Manu shares how Duolingo combines planned cultural moments with the flexibility to build stories alongside its community. The conversation explores why fun is an underrated business advantage, how brands can move quickly without chasing every cultural moment, and where AI can strengthen a company without replacing the human creativity behind great marketing. —This week's episode is brought to you by Havas and Infillion.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When does a productive habit stop serving you and start feeling like another obligation? Shaun and Rebecca unpack that question after Rebecca reveals she may abandon her 741-day Duolingo streak. Their conversation explores sunk-cost thinking, the pressure of maintaining streaks, and why letting go can create space for habits that genuinely improve your life and business.Before granting Rebecca permission to break the streak, they catch up on the realities of running an interior design business—from catching a costly furniture measurement issue before production to building financial buffers for inevitable mistakes. They also discuss Programa workflows, Schoolhouse joining Hudson Valley Lighting Group, natural bark wall panels, traditional vetiver cooling screens, and how CliftonStrengths can help designers spend more time in their zone of genius.In this episode they discuss:Planning the Hot Young Designers Club Mexico City trip and creating meaningful community for interior designersCatching furniture and cabinetry measurement conflicts before they become expensive installation problemsBuilding “oops” money into your interior design pricing, margins, and business accountsUsing Programa to organize specifications, construction documents, attachments, and purchasing responsibilitiesWhat the Schoolhouse and Hudson Valley Lighting Group partnership could mean for product development and designer pricingRebecca's 741-day Duolingo streak and recognizing when consistency has become an obligationEscaping sunk-cost thinking and giving yourself permission to release habits, relationships, or systems that no longer serve youUsing CliftonStrengths to understand your natural talents, fill gaps on your team, and work within your zone of geniusOur links:Subscribe and leave a review - Apple PodcastsLike, Comment, & Follow - Hot Young Designers Club InstagramRebecca's InstagramShaun's InstagramFor more information - Check out the websiteBecome a “Loyal Hottie” - Support us on PatreonDesign Resources - Check out our shop

Vala is on the run when her memories are accidentally wiped by The Trust in Memento Mori. We really like this episode. Especially everyone's treatment of Vala and how they're actually starting to appreciate her and make her a full member of SG1. We have fun imaging what Teal'c said to Weaver in that interrogation scene and also what Christopher Judge said to the actor.  There's also a brief detour into the fun world of Duolingo and what languages you can actually learn with that program. It's just too bad they don't have a course for Diner Speak. As much as we love this episode, Rachael came up with a much better ending. INSTAGRAM: SG_Rewatch THREADS: SG_Rewatch DISCORD: https://discord.gg/65kMPzBuaN MERCH: https://showclub.redbubble.com/ EMAIL: woosgrewatch@gmail.com

We've got mail! Jonathan and Honey answer your questions about cinema, films, family and everything in between. This week, the pair answer your questions about vertical microdramas, AI movie-making, and "epic-esque dramas".It's also time to discuss Honey's Welsh progress on Duolingo, Jonathan's bespoke cinnamon-flavoured German toothpicks and AI confusion on the big screen.Let us know what you think! You can get involved by following us on Instagram and sending us a DM on @reeltalkrossThanks for listening. Listen and subscribe to Reel Talk wherever you get your podcasts.

When print textbooks are outdated the moment they're published, what do you do? If you're Renata Kucharska, you build an alternative that can keep pace with the fast-developing needs of learners who are training for the workplace. In this episode, Renata shares how she ventured into tech to build a custom, gamified vocabulary app for her teenage mechatronics and programming students. We talk about the reality of teaching niche vocational English, how a simple leaderboard got her teenagers voluntarily running their own tournaments outside of school hours, and why a 'less is more' approach to design is as crucial as the content itself.Watch with closed captions here.TALKING POINTSThe vocational resource gap: Why traditional textbooks can't keep pace with fast-moving technical industries.Accidental engagement: How adding points and a leaderboard got teenagers voluntarily studying outside of school hours.The developer's golden rule: Why simple user experience and layout will always beat a complex system.The classroom payoff: How instant digital feedback translated to an unexpected boost in student reading and speaking confidence.ABOUTRenata Kucharska is an experienced teacher of English with over 25 years in ELT. She is the founder of Idiom Be Heard English and E-Solutions for ELT, where she combines language teaching with practical EdTech solutions. Renata designs courses, creates exam-prep and vocational English learning applications, including vocational English for mechatronics students and programmers. She also creates websites, e-learning platforms, and automations for educators and online businesses, helping them build independent, professional online offers.RESOURCES & REFERENCES

Retirement gives you time—but it also removes the structure that once shaped your days. For many people, that loss of structure creates a deeper question: what replaces it?In this solo episode of Beyond Retirement, inspired by my conversation with Andrew Motiwalla of The Good Life Abroad, I explore how immersive travel can help retirees rediscover confidence, connection, and purpose.Most people travel in retirement the same way they traveled during their working years—short vacations packed with activities. But when you slow down and live somewhere for a while instead of rushing through it, everything changes. You develop routines. You connect with people. You adapt to a new environment.And those small adaptations rebuild something many retirees didn't realize they lost: self-trust.****************************Special Canada Day Offer from Alex Setzler, CEO/Founder of The Northern OfficeAlex Setzler, founder of The Northern Office, is offering Beyond Retirement listeners 10% off an annual membership to the Being Canadian app with the code OHCANADA. On Google Play, use ohcanada. The offer is valid until July 6.I've been using the Being Canadian app myself, and I've found it a genuinely fun way to start the day. It includes three satirical stories based on current events, daily Canadian trivia, a snowbird day counter, and a few other extras that make it worth the few minutes it takes each morning.What I appreciate most is that it's sharp without being mean-spirited. It lets us laugh at ourselves a little, while still keeping an eye on what's happening in Canada and beyond.The Being Canadian app is one of several cross-border tools created by The Northern Office, a studio focused on products for Canadians, especially those navigating life between Canada and the U.S. There's also a free newsletter and other free tools, with the app's paid tier unlocking the full experience.If you've ever wanted your morning news with a side of maple-flavoured perspective, this one is worth a look, and the discount code makes it a little easier to try.****************************Drawing from my own experiences living temporarily in Chapala and Oaxaca, Mexico, this episode explores why immersive travel can expand your world rather than shrink it—and why retirement may be the perfect time to explore life differently.What You'll Learn in This EpisodeWhy retirement often creates a loss of structure and identityThe difference between vacation travel and immersive travelHow living somewhere temporarily helps rebuild confidenceWhy community—not location—is the real destinationHow language barriers become opportunities to connectThe truth about safety and healthcare while traveling abroadWhy extended travel can sometimes cost less than staying homePractical steps for exploring immersive travel experiencesMentioned in This EpisodeThe Good Life Abroad https://thegoodlifeabroad.comUse code BeyondRetirement for $100 off your first program.Key TakeawayRetirement becomes richer when it's designed around expansion rather than contraction. When you choose experiences that encourage curiosity, learning, and connection, the world doesn't get smaller—it opens up.Action Steps From This Episode1. Start learning a new language todayDownload an app like Duolingo and spend ten minutes a day learning basic phrases.2. Practice small acts of adaptationChange a routine in your daily life—try a new grocery store, attend a new event, or take a different route somewhere.3. Research one immersive travel destinationInstead of looking at a one-week vacation, explore what it would cost to live somewhere for a month.READY TO RAMP UP YOUR RETIREMENT JOURNEY?Start here: https://beyondretirement.ca/start-here/Book a FREE call with Jacquie: https://calendly.com/jacquiedoucette/discoveryCheck out the Beyond Retirement Library: https://placeforbooks.com*********

We hear how a childhood in Guatemala, a fascination with computers and a belief that education should be accessible to everyone helped inspire the world's most popular learning apps. Luis von Ahn tells us how he went from creating CAPTCHA and selling reCAPTCHA to Google, to building Duolingo into a multi-billion-dollar education technology company used by millions around the world. He reflects on his mother's sacrifices to fund his education, the lessons he learned as an entrepreneur, and why he struggles with conflict in his life as a tech CEO. Presenter: Leanna Byrne Producer: Amber Mehmood If you'd like to get in touch with the team, our email address is businessdaily@bbc.co.uk

In der heutigen Folge sprechen die Finanzjournalisten Philipp Vetter und Holger Zschäpitz über die Trump-Rallye bei Intel, den Ritterschlag für QuantumScape und eine spektakuläre Hochstufung bei Marvell. Außerdem geht es um QuantumScape, Micron, KLA, Infineon, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen, Schaeffler, Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, L3Harris Technologies, Kroger, Honda, Applied Optoelectronics, SanDisk, Western Digital, Seagate Technology, Celestica, Vertiv, Argan, NextEra Energy, Dominion Energy, Xcel Energy, Capgemini, Cognizant, Infosys, Wipro, EPAM Systems, Globant, Concentrix, BILL Holdings, DXC Technology, Gartner, Robert Half, ManpowerGroup, Coursera, SoundHound AI, Duolingo, VeriSign, Goldman Sachs, Tata Consultancy Services, Microsoft, Amazon, Alphabet, Siemens. Wir freuen uns an Feedback über aaa@welt.de. Noch mehr "Alles auf Aktien" findet Ihr bei WELTplus und Apple Podcasts – inklusive aller Artikel der Hosts. Hier bei WELT: https://www.welt.de/podcasts/alles-auf-aktien/plus247399208/Boersen-Podcast-AAA-Bonus-Folgen-Jede-Woche-noch-mehr-Antworten-auf-Eure-Boersen-Fragen.html. Hier könnt ihr den AAA-Newsletter abonnieren: https://www.welt.de/newsletter/article232797673/Alles-auf-Aktien-Der-taegliche-Boersen-Newsletter-fuer-WELTplus-Abonnenten.html Und - ganz neu: AAA gibt es jetzt auch auf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alles_auf_aktien/ Disclaimer: Die im Podcast besprochenen Aktien und Fonds stellen keine spezifischen Kauf- oder Anlage-Empfehlungen dar. Die Moderatoren und der Verlag haften nicht für etwaige Verluste, die aufgrund der Umsetzung der Gedanken oder Ideen entstehen. Hörtipps: Für alle, die noch mehr wissen wollen: Holger Zschäpitz können Sie jede Woche im Finanz- und Wirtschaftspodcast "Deffner&Zschäpitz" hören. +++ Werbung +++ Du möchtest mehr über unsere Werbepartner erfahren? Hier findest du alle Infos & Rabatte! https://linktr.ee/alles_auf_aktien Impressum: https://www.welt.de/services/article7893735/Impressum.html Datenschutz: https://www.welt.de/services/article157550705/Datenschutzerklaerung-WELT-DIGITAL.html

Can a background as a professional jazz musician help you improve at chess? Matt Rathkey says “yes.”. Matt is this week's guest on The Adult Improver Series. Like many players, he fell back in love with chess during the COVID pandemic and soon found himself playing regularly, watching top-level broadcasts, and solving puzzles. Along the way, he drew upon lessons from years of studying music, particularly the role of pattern recognition, deliberate practice, and improvisation. After years of dedication,  Matt has raised his Chess.com blitz rating from roughly 1200 to over 1900.  Matt also has a fascinating day job. He is a learning designer on Duolingo's chess team, helping build what has quickly become one of the largest entry points into chess in the world. Launched last year, Duolingo Chess now has more than 7 million daily active users, most of whom are new to the game. Matt shares his improvement advice, discusses the parallels between jazz and chess, and reflects on what he has learned about the science of skill acquisition.  This was a fun conversation, and it is encouraging to see so many new players discovering chess through Duolingo. 00:00 Introduction  Join the free Perpetual Chess Discord here: https://discord.gg/7KxjmaTW Sub to my free newsletter here:  https://benjohnson.substack.com/ Join the Perpetual Chess Patreon community here: https://www.patreon.com/c/perpetualchess 02:00 Matt Rathkey joins 04:10 The Return to Chess: A Pandemic Story 07:04 Rediscovering Chess: The Queen's Gambit Effect 10:08 Setting Goals: The Journey to 1500 Matt's USCF rating page: https://ratings.uschess.org/player/13412385 13:09 Learning Through Observation: Active Engagement 16:04 The Importance of Tactics in Chess 18:48 Understanding Openings: Beyond Memorization 21:41 Chess Culture and Personal Growth 24:42 The Future of Chess: Duolingo's Chess Course 34:56 Overcoming Chess Intimidation 36:48 Duolingo Chess: Making Chess Accessible 39:44 Engaging with Oscar: The Duolingo Chess Bot 42:53 Learning Pathways in Duolingo Chess 46:41 Designing Effective Chess Lessons 51:08 Personalized Learning in Chess 53:14 The Intersection of Music and Chess 01:02:06 Advice for Chess Improvement 01:08:24 The Journey of Continuous Improvement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, I'm thrilled to be joined by Imani Thompson. Imani is a digital security trainer and host of a series of events called Cache Me Outside, where she and partner orgs help people understand their personal security, divest from big tech platforms, and learn how to stay safe online. She recently hosted a “de-Googling” party and a self-doxxing rave. We get into how platforms have tried to make surveillance cute, why that damn Duolingo owl emotionally manipulates you, and why learning about privacy best practices when surrounded by community works.  Follow Imani on Instagram A 'Self-Doxing' Rave Helps Trans People Stay Safe Online Now you can break up with big tech at a bar: ‘cybersecurity disguised as a party' Fix It With Piggy YouTube Version: https://youtu.be/C4WVYBEIgzM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mais um VACILO NA COPA no aaaar!! E hoje ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel Bayer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ e ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠João Carvalho⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ comentam o início do mundial e falam sobre a falta que faz um Duolingo na FIFA.FINANCIE ESTE VACILO:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Assine o plano BOGA VIVA e participe do nosso GRUPO SECRETO NO TELEGRAM!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MANDA PIX:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠livepix.gg/decrepitos⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PARTICIPE PELO E-MAIL:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ouvinte@decrepitos.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ANUNCIE COM A GENTE:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠comercial@decrepitos.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠© Copyright 2026 - Decrépitos Podcast - Todos os direitos reservados.

Ever open Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, or YouTube and suddenly feel like your entire marketing strategy needs to be thrown into the sun?Same.Social media is doing a lot right now. Carousels are dead. Carousels are back. AI is the future. AI is ruining everything. Post daily. Post less. Be everywhere. Pick one platform. Use trends. Don't use trends.It's a lot.In this episode, Andréa breaks down why social media feels so overwhelming right now and what business owners actually need to focus on instead of chasing every update, trend, and hot take.You'll learn why most marketing advice feels stressful even when it isn't technically wrong, how to filter advice through your own capacity and goals, and the five things that still matter no matter what the platforms are doing.In this episode, we talk about:

With the Steelers headed to Paris in the fall, Yinzers will want to download a custom version of Duolingo to get accustomed to the French language. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Parrot earrings from a dead woman's jewelry box, a homemade NA Paloma recipe, and the hottest guy in Denver showing up at Chelseas's work. Chelsea and Lindsay get into the wannabe Christian influencer who prays over his wife's period on TikTok, the couple who exposed their best friend's cheating boyfriend on camera and lost every friend they had (plus got pregnant in the middle of it), the AI fruit soap opera that's somehow 30 episodes deep, and a full spoiler-filled recap of Friends and Neighbors season 2. Line dancing dates, the bed rot challenge, chess lessons via Duolingo, and why neither of them wants to hang out with anyone else ever again.Send us a textSupport the showLike, subscribe, and share with that one friend who needs a reason to laugh. Find us @honestlysmartless on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.Connect with Honestly Smartlesshonestlysmartless.comIG: @honestlysmartlessTikTok: @honestlysmartlessChelsea's IG: @chelsea_turanoLindsay's TT: @dr.lindsayregehrYouTube:  Honestly Smartless

What happens when a green owl, a handful of improv rules, and zero fear collide? You get Duolingo, the internet's most unhinged, hilarious, and effective brand. Zaria Parvez is the creative force behind that chaos. As Duolingo's first-ever social media hire, she helped grow the brand from 50,000 to over 16 million followers, turning a dusty owl costume in the office into one of the most recognizable (and meme-worthy) characters on the planet. She opens up about how she built a culture of creativity rooted in improv, boldness, and trust. She shares how her team turned social media into the heartbeat of the brand and why “fear is the most expensive mistake” in Marketing. You'll learn: -The wild origin story behind Death by Duo, the campaign that hit 1.7 billion impressions with no paid ads. -How Zaria uses improv comedy principles to fuel creativity, collaboration, and confidence. -Why giving social teams approval power and autonomy is the key to moving at the speed of culture. Whether you're a Marketer, creator, or someone who just loves a good brand story, this episode will change the way you think about creativity online. Wrike brings structure, visibility, and accountability to work, so companies can make better business decisions, improve efficiency, and reduce risk. Learn more at https://wrike.com/tmm Follow Zaria: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zaria-parvez-645983140/ Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials

  Welcome back to the  Dr. Mary Travelbest Guide podcast.   The FAQ: While planning a trip to Taiwan and South Korea, someone I was guiding asked, "Is 911 a universal emergency code worldwide?" I looked into this and found a helpful answer. Here's the answer: 911 is not universal. Abroad, the number differs, and sometimes each service has its own. Commonly: 112 in the EU, 112/999 in the UK and Ireland, 000 in Australia, 111 in New Zealand, 110/119 in Japan, and 112/119 in South Korea. For Europe, 112 is the key number to remember. It works everywhere in the EU, is free, and will connect you to emergency services from any phone. In the UK, both 999 and 112 work. A few country-specific examples matter because they can trip up travelers. Australia's main emergency number is 000; the government says 112 can also be connected from mobile phones there, but 000 is the primary number. New Zealand uses 111 for police, fire, and ambulance services, and 105 for police non-emergencies. Japan uses 110 for police and 119 for fire/ambulance. In South Korea, 112 is for police, and 119 for fire/ambulance/medical emergencies. Tourism guidance says you can ask for an interpreter by saying "English please" or "Interpreter please." What else should travelers know beyond the number? Don't assume 911 works overseas. In some places, it may redirect, but don't rely on it. Know the local emergency number before you travel. Always know your location—hotel, street, intersection, train station, or landmark—for fast communication with emergency operators. When calling, clearly state which service you need: police, ambulance, or fire. Save your embassy or consulate number, but call local emergency services first. If you are in the EU, official guidance notes that 112 is free and available on public and mobile phones. One more thing to consider in my response to the question is that emergency numbers are for urgent danger only. Some countries also have non-emergency numbers. For example, New Zealand uses 105 for non-emergency police matters, while the UK uses 101. Knowing that helps you avoid tying up emergency lines. In summary, solo travelers should memorize 112 for Europe, and always look up the emergency number for each country before traveling. This ensures you are prepared for emergencies wherever you go.   60-second confidence challenge Your challenge today, Confidence Challenge, is to be ready for an emergency: A few smart habits help a lot. Before each trip, put the following items in your phone notes and in your bag: local emergency number, hotel address, embassy/consulate contact, travel insurance emergency line, and one family contact. If your phone is locked, add your emergency contacts and any major medical facts to the lock screen or Medical ID. And know the emergency code in that country. If you like today's Confidence Challenge, my book series delves into safety and security, while moving through the 5 steps to solo travel, from easy to more challenging, with foreign language communication tips. You can find the series at the link in the description.    See Book A for addressing this concern.  Find it on the website​​ at https://www.5stepstosolotravel.com/ or on Amazon. I will be doing pre-orders soon for Book C in the series, so please look out for that.  Today's destination is Naxos, Greece.  The Greek island of Naxos is one of those places that quietly steals your heart. https://www.visitgreece.gr/islands/cyclades/naxos/ If you're a woman over 50 thinking about taking a slightly more adventurous step in your solo travel journey, this is your place. Not too crowded, not too complicated, but just enough unknown to stretch you in the best way. Let's start with the journey. I took the Blue Star ferry from Athens around noon, passing through Paros on the way. Round-trip from Athens port was about $85 with a Eurail discount of 30% The ferry ride is part of the experience. It's calm. It's scenic. It gives you time to sit, read, think,  or do nothing at all. And for many of us, doing nothing is the hardest and most valuable skill to relearn. The hotel where I stayed was called the Galina, a short 300-meter walk from the water and beach. It was run by two brothers whose parents founded it over 40 years ago. The room was delightful, and the location was excellent. The breakfast I had the morning before leaving was perfect, featuring all the delicious Greek foods I wanted to try, and I ate my fill. It was included in the room price, which was about $85 US, and it was definitely worth it because I completely relaxed and enjoyed my stay.   During my time on Naxos, I went swimming twice and enjoyed walking around the island. I loved getting lost while exploring the shops selling a variety of merchandise like T-shirts and knick-knacks. it was a treat! I didn't buy anything, but just looking around made me feel great. I also had a nice dinner at a restaurant called Taverna, which cost $21. I ordered shrimp served on a plate with rice and salad, along with skewers of meat (souvlaki). Naxos is not a rush through destination. I swam twice at St. George Beach. I  wandered the old town and got completely lost in the castle area, the Venetian Astro district. And here's something worth questioning: When was the last time you allowed yourself to get lost on purpose? No Google Maps. No urgency. Just curiosity. Because that's where confidence grows, not in perfect plans, but in small uncertainties. I'll talk more about getting lost in my mistakes later on. "On an island, it's usually easy to find your way back" was one of my thoughts while exploring. One of my favorite moments was hiking up St. George Hill, past an abandoned restaurant, to catch the sunset. The place was run down, with graffiti and weeds that made it look cluttered. But the views were magnificent. No crowds. No ticket. Just a view that reminded me why I travel. And then there's the Portara, the Temple of Apollo. Just a 10–15 minute walk from town, sitting dramatically at the edge of the sea. It's iconic—but still peaceful if you time it right.  https://explore-naxosisland.com/places/baco https://www.xwhos.com/record_labels/1/naxos.html One day, something unexpected: a conversation at the beach with an Aussie man who was on the construction project for a bar on the seafront called Baco Seaside, 4.4 stars. You never know who you may run into at the beach. For details, James was 32, bald, and a good storyteller. He has no idea I travel the world and write about it for women like you. We watched each other's belongings when we wanted to go swimming. Never leave your items on the beach unattended. .https://explore-naxosisland.com/places/baco Travel introduces you to people you were never supposed to meet, and yet somehow you do. If I had more time, and you should plan for it, I would visit: More beaches beyond St. George and The museums in the Venetian castle. Here is more of the history you will learn while in the area. Naxos is a Greek island in the South Aegean, the largest of the Cyclades (sic la deeze), spelled Cyclades, a group of islands. Its fertile landscape spans mountain villages, ancient ruins, and long stretches of beach. The namesake capital (also called Hora or Chora) is a port town filled with whitewashed, cube-shaped houses and medieval Venetian mansions. Kastro, a hilltop castle dating to the 13th century, houses an archaeological museum. https://www.xwhos.com/record_labels/1/naxos.html Let's talk about Greek, yes, the language. I tried. I really did for fifteen days on Duolingo. However, I still struggled.And here's the truth: you don't need to be fluent. But you do need to be willing to try—and to feel a little uncomfortable. That's part of Step 5 travel. Greek is harder to learn than I thought. I've been using Greek Duolingo for the past 15 days, but it hasn't helped me as much as I hoped. It has been an experience nonetheless; I've learned a few Greek letters, but I still struggle to pronounce any words. Here are three I practiced.   Gia sas Yah sahs is hello Parakalo is "pah rah kah Lott" is pleased Efharisto is ef hah ree stoh is thank you Don't underestimate Naxos. Give it at least 2–3 nights. Because when a place makes you feel relaxed that quickly, that's rare. If you're building your confidence as a solo traveler in Greece as a Step 5 newbie, Start with a place like Naxos. Easy ferry access Walkable town Safe, welcoming vibe Plenty to do—but no pressure to do it all Are you traveling to check off places on a list… or actually to feel something? Here is why many travelers end up loving Naxos: It gives you sand, swimming, and a real town. It has more of a lived-in, less staged feeling than some headline islands. You can combine beach time, sunset views, old alleys, and inland villages without needing a huge travel plan. Or expense. It works well for people who want Greece to feel pleasant and manageable. When Naxos is not the best pick: Pick Crete if you want the deepest mix of archaeology, cities, dramatic nature, and a longer, road-trip-style island trip. Pick Sardinia if your main goal is exceptional Italian beaches and a larger standalone Mediterranean holiday. Pick Santorini if the caldera views are the whole point. Pick Mykonos if nightlife and scene matter a lot.  Naxos is often the better island for people who actually want to relax and feel Greece, not just check off the most famous name. My missteps: Getting lost in Athens   The hostel manager pointed outside. "Don't go that way when you leave," and I did not ask for details, assuming it was a bad area with a high crime rate. I did get lost a few times nearby, though, finding my way back. I may have walked that way by accident. Here's my detailed story: I found the metro station from the airport, which served the modern, faster blue line. I changed lines at Monastiraki and arrived at Omonia Square, but I got a bit lost. The neighborhood was quite confusing and not very safe, with only small markets around. I felt scared at times. One night after returning from Naxos, it was 9:15 PM and dark when I finally reached the hostel, safe and ready for another day.  AI was used to select some of the suggestions for this episode.   Connect with Dr. Travelbest 5 Steps to Solo Travel website Dr. Mary Travelbest X Dr. Mary Travelbest Facebook Page Dr. Mary Travelbest Facebook Group Dr. Mary Travelbest Instagram Dr. Mary Travelbest Podcast Dr. Travelbest on TikTok Dr.Travelbest on YouTube In the news  

Joey’s kids have been begging to get on Duolingo to play the games. Joey’s just glad that they are learning something on it. Nancy has been playing a game called Yarn Fever. Karly has been playing Monopoly Go and the daily games on LinkedIn. Nancy saw a sign for a laundry service that would pick up your clothes, wash and fold them, and bring them back. She thinks that Joey and his ADHD would love to do that job. Hot Tea: Garth Brooks is reportedly looking to sell his music catalog for $2 billion. Matt Damon revealed that he bartended in Knoxville in the 90s to prepare for a movie role. A passenger was restrained by another passenger, a Ju jitsu instructor, after trying to open the exit door and the cockpit door. Joey has been having issues with his crawlspace and was super excited to buy a new dehumidifier for it. It came with an app to monitor the humidity levels, and he’s been checking it constantly. He’s spent an average of 15 minutes per day on the app. Poop cruise round 2? A family had to move rooms on a Carnival cruise after sewage water came up through the shower drain and flooded her room. Lucky 7 for $50 to the Copper Cellar Family of Restaurants One of the missing eagles from Dollywood was spotted in a woman’s garage in Karns. Group Therapy: My Boyfriend is Stalking Me on Life360 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Sedaris talks about his latest essay collection The Land and Its People. He reveals the news he'd kept from his family, that he secretly married his long-time boyfriend Hugh in 2016, and he reflects on his Duolingo obsession, his visit with Pope Francis, the aging process, and more.

On this episode of Chit Chat Stocks, Brett and Ryan speak with Simon Erickson on all things Duolingo and Rocket Lab. We discuss: (00:00) Introduction (03:44) The AI Narrative and Duolingo's Position (06:38) Understanding Duolingo's Business Model (09:42) Growth and User Engagement Strategies (12:45) Challenges and Market Dynamics (15:54) Valuation and Financial Performance (18:53) Management and Future Outlook (29:43) Rocket Lab (36:49) Strategic Acquisitions and Growth Plans (40:37) Financial Strategies and Market Positioning (45:46) Valuation Insights and Market Expectations (50:17) Comparing Rocket Lab and SpaceX 7investing: ⁠https://7investing.com/⁠ ***************************************************** Subscribe to our newsletter, Emerging Moats: ⁠emergingmoats.com⁠  ********************************************************************* Chit Chat Stocks is presented by Interactive Brokers. Get professional pricing, global access, and premier technology with the best brokerage for investors today:  ⁠https://www.interactivebrokers.com/⁠  Interactive Brokers is a member of SIPC.  ********************************************************************* Fiscal.ai is building the future of financial data. With custom charts, AI-generated research reports, and endless analytical tools, you can get up to speed on any stock around the globe. All for a reasonable price.  Use our LINK and get 15% off any premium plan: ⁠⁠https://fiscal.ai/chitchat⁠  ********************************************************************* Disclosure: Chit Chat Stocks hosts and guests are not financial advisors, and nothing they say on this show is formal advice or a recommendation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get excited, CONgregation! Laci is joined by bestie babes Sydnee Washington and Marie Faustin (Mess Podcast) to dig into Emily Hart, a MAGA influencer who turned out to be an AI generated baddie created by a 22-year-old med student in India. The gals chat about sea otters, scamming hippos, lease agreements, Duolingo, and Waymos. Listen to Mess wherever you get your podcasts. Stay schemin'! Keep the scams coming and snitch on your friends by emailing us at ScamGoddessPod@gmail.com. Follow on Instagram: Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod Laci Mosley: @divalaci Sydnee Washington: @justsydbw Marie Faustin: @reeezy   Research by Kathryn Doyle    SOURCES https://www.wired.com/story/ai-generated-maga-girls/ https://www.businesstoday.in/technology/story/who-is-emily-hart-how-an-indian-medical-student-fooled-dumb-maga-fans-with-ai-526820-2026-04-22?utm_source=rssfeed https://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-shares-fake-swifties-for-trump-images/ Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Burnie and Ashley discuss Game of Thrones, climate change changes, Ben McSweeney, Animated RvB, not being first, SpaceX IPO rules, Duolingo resurrects old streaks, and the many forms of the RT logo.

Retiring abroad sounds fabulous until you realize you may need to learn a new language, decode a new healthcare system, and explain your brunch order with hand gestures.So, what if you want the adventure, affordability, and lifestyle upgrade of retiring abroad, but without giving Duolingo your entire retirement?In this episode of Queer Money, we're breaking down five great gay retirement cities in English-speaking countries or places where English is widely spoken. These destinations offer a mix of LGBTQ+ friendliness, affordability, healthcare access, expat communities, and retiree-friendly lifestyles, especially for gay men over 40 who are dreaming about retiring abroad without feeling completely lost in translation.We look at Adelaide, Australia; Cebu City, Philippines; St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada; Cape Town, South Africa; and George/Garden Route, South Africa. Each city gets our full Queer Money treatment: why it's fabulous, the reality check, the queer vibe, what your wallet needs to know, and its Queer Money Retirement Rating.Some of these cities offer big queer energy, beaches, wine country, mountains, and nightlife. Others are quieter, calmer, more affordable, and better suited for gay retirees who want peace, safety, scenery, and a lower cost of living.We also talk about the not-so-sexy but very necessary parts of retiring abroad, including visa rules, healthcare planning, legal protections, safety, and why affordability alone should never be the whole plan.Takeaways from this episode:You'll learn which English-friendly cities are best for LGBTQ+ retirementwhich destinations offer the strongest affordabilitywhere queer legal protections are stronger or weakerwhy your dream retirement abroad needs both a lifestyle plan and a money plan.Thinking about retiring abroad but not sure what it'll cost or where to start? Grab the Queer Money Retire Abroad Planner and CalculatorMentioned in this episode:What if your portfolio came with a visa and passport?That's exactly what the Optimize Portugal Golden Opportunities Fund can do, bringing together diversification, tax efficiency, and a path to EU residency and a passport. Click the link below to explore your ticket to Europe. Get Your Portugal Golden Visa Here!Get Your Portugal Golden Visa Here!

DAMIONCarnival Corporation's data breach exposed personal data of nearly 6 million customers: An April social engineering attack on an employee account compromised names, dates of birth, and government-issued ID numbers. WHO DO YOU BLAMESkills: Technology & Cybersecurity: Experience with information technology and cybersecurity matters is increasingly important to mitigate the risks our business faces, promote innovation and maintain a competitive edge in a rapidly evolving technological ageLeast represented 5/11CEO Josh WeinsteinNO: at Carnival since 2002, started as General CounselSir Johathon BandNO: First Sea Lord and Chief of Naval Staff, the most senior officer position in the British Navy (2006 to 2009, when he retired); Admiral and Commander-in-Chief Fleet (2002 to 2006); Served as a naval officer in increasing positions of authority (1967 to 2002)Jason CahillyNO: CEO Dragon Group LLC, provides capital and business management consulting and advisory services worldwide; The NBA: CFO & Chief Strategic Officer; Goldman Sachs: Partner; Global Co-Head of Media and Telecommunications; Head of Principal Investing for Technology, Media & TelecommunicationsNelda ConnorsNO: CEO/Chair Pine Grove Holdings, a privately held investment company; CEO Atkore International, manufacturer of electrical, safety and infrastructure solutions; VP Eaton Corporation, electrical and automotive supplierLaura WeilNO: Founder Village Lane Advisory LLC, specializes in providing executive and strategic consulting services to retailers COO New York & Company, women's apparel and accessories retailer; CEO Ashley Stewart, women's apparel retailer; CEO Urban Brands, apparel retailer; COO AnnTaylor Stores, women's apparel retailer; CFO American Eagle Outfitters, apparel retailerAudit Committee: Oversee management's risk assessment processes to identify principal and emerging risks, including financial, IT, cybersecurity and non-HESS operational risksLaura Weil*: NOJason Cahilly: NOJeffrey Gearhart: NOWalmart Corporate Secretary and lawyerStuart Subotnick: NOCEO at Metromedia Company, wireless/communications, until 2010; Carnival director since 1987 Health, Environmental, Safety and Security Committee: Oversee management's processes to identify principal and emerging health, environmental, safety, security and sustainability-related risks, including those related to ship operations and cybersecurity, RAAS health, environmental, safety, security audits, IAG and external investigations into significant ship incidents, and health, environmental, safety, security-related hotline complaints, and assess the steps management has taken to minimize such risks.Sir Johathon Band*: NONelda Connors: NOHelen Deeble: NOFormer CEO P&O Ferries Division Holdings, shipping and logistics businessKatie Lahey: NOExecutive Chair Korn Ferry Australasia, leadership and talent firmMicky Arison (75%): Exec Chair and former CEO and 7% stockholderThe CEO Pay Ratio1,063:124 retail CEOs made as much in a day as their typical employee earned in a year — and a big one didn't. WHO DO YOU BLAMEThe separation of CEO and Chair: Hamilton E. James Chair/Ron Vachris MMNot uniqueOnly 50% of the board is men. WTF?uniqueOne share = one voteNot uniqueState of HQ = WashingtonAlso StarbucksState of Inc = WashingtonAlso StarbucksPledge of allegiance to stakeholdersCostco generally has: Higher wages; Better benefits; Lower turnover; Higher sales per employee.Industry-leading employee compensation AND Self-imposed low-margin pricing philosophyWalmart only low-margin pricingOther comps:Todd Vasos of Dollar General, Shane O'Kelly of AutoZone, Gerald Morgan of Texas Roadhouse, Jack Sinclair of Sprouts Farmers Market, William Stengel of Genuine Parts Company, Michael Creedon of Dollar Tree, Ronald Sargent of Kroger, Lauren Hobart of Dick's Sporting Goods, Joshua Kobza of Restaurant Brands Inc., Kecia Steelman of Ulta Beauty, Scott Boatwright of Chipotle, Ted Decker of Home Depot, Bob Eddy of BJ's Wholesale Club, Corie Barry of Best Buy, James Conroy of Ross Stores, Chris Turner and David Gibbs of Yum Brands, Chris Kempczinski of McDonald's, Marvin Ellison of Lowe's, Brian Cornell of Target, Ernie Herrman of TJX Companies, Doug McMillon of Walmart, Brian Niccol of Starbucks, Hal Lawton of Tractor Supply Co, Laura Alber of Williams-SonomaFigma Gets an Activist Investor. Exhibit A on Why Companies Don't Want to Go Public. Figma's first year as a public company hasn't gone well. Findell Capital Management said it needs to take steps to shed its unwarranted reputation as an artificial-intelligence “loser.” WHO DO YOU BLAME?Figma founder and CEO Dylan Field: Owns 10% of shares but 72% of voting power: Class B shares worth 15 votes per shareDylan owns 158 Class A Shares (or 0.00003556% of 444,278,887)And Chair$5B net worth$865M total summary compensation in 2025; $91M in 2024Nominating Agreement:Figma must nominate Dylan Field to be a director and include him in the proxy statementThe company must use its resources to back him up and actively convince other shareholders to vote for him In response to a question about how he was going to change the world, Dylan said he was going to build better software for drones.Bro fest sausage party2 of 9 directors are womenTop 5 NEOs all dudesPeter ThielForced Dylan to drop out of Brown for a dumb fellowshipVC Blowhardiness on the BoardVC dude John Lilly (Greylock): Lead Independent Director2nd longest tenure (2014)Member of the Audit Committee; Member of the Nominating Committee (only Lilly and Rimer)VC dude Andrew Reed (Sequoia)Director at debt-maker Klarna Group (also way down since IPO): down roughly 54% from its initial $40.00 IPO price, and down nearly 68% from its all-time highMember of the Compensation Committee (which modeled Dylan's pay package after Elon Musk)VC dude Danny Rimer (Index Ventures)Director since 2014B.A. in History and Literature from HarvardMember of the Compensation Committee (which modeled Dylan's pay package after Elon Musk)Member of the Nominating Committee (only Lilly and Rimer)Luis von AhnDuolingo co-founder and CEO2025: shared an internal email outlining Duolingo's new "AI-first" strategy where Duolingo would “gradually stop using contractors to do work that AI can handle”Stated that "AI is a better teacher than humans" and that the future role of teachers would be reduced to providing "childcare."Blamed the controversy on a "lack of context" in his original statements"AI-First" memo goes viral: $389; today $118MATTDanone, Starbucks shine in methane-reduction rankingDanone is the only company in the group aligned with the Global Methane Pledge, an initiative backed by 150 countries that targets a 30 percent reduction in global levels of the gas by 2030. The French multinational also leads the pack in progress toward its target, having come close to hitting it five years ahead of schedule.WHO DO YOU CREDIT?Chair of the CSR committee Lise Kingo (9% influence), one of three directors tagged as merit directorsmaster's degree in Responsibility & Business from the University of Bathbachelor degrees in Religions and Ancient Greek Artbachelor's degree in Marketing and Economicscertificate as International Director from INSEADEx Novo Nordisk environmental affairs, internal audit, compliance, human resources, communication, branding and sustainabilityHelped create the UN SDGs and the UN Global CompactSomehow only bats 559 on carbon intensity (career) and 415 for scope 1/2 (career)Also, using deference metrics, the ONLY DIRECTOR tagged as fully independentEmployee rep member of the CSR committee Bettina Theissig (5% influence) and the employees of DanoneThe committee charter mandates employees get a say: At least two thirds of the CSR Committee must be independent, as defined by the AFEP-MEDEF Code. At least one Director representing employees must be a member of the Committee.In France (Danone's domicile), the European Investment Bank found that French employees were the most aware of environmental issues - 82% of French employees said they were highly concerned about environmental issues, highest in EuropeLead Independent Director and chair of the Nom/comp committee who put together the comp plan, Valerie Chapoulaud-Floquet15% influence, second to the 18% influence CEO (democracy!!), got 99.16% shareholder approval in April (even as CEO got 89.73% approval and pay got 93.19% approval)20% of short-term pay and 30% of long-term pay is based on hitting sustainability targetsWhen you pay a CEO to do a thing, they are more likely to do a thingEx-CEO Emmanuel FaberOusted in 2021 by the board of directors and activist investors, he transformed Danone into an “enterprise a mission” (a French version of a B corp)Investors voted 99% in favor of the move and a year later ousted Faber, the board resigned, and the new board and CEO are basically moving back towards being environmental leaders because it paid offShort term share price laggedHe said in 2024 that nature is “at the core” of Danone, It took the stock 3 years from Faber's ousting to return to Faber levels - and in the meantime, they were sued for plastics and emissionsIsn't this HIS win?Current CEO Antoine de Saint-AffriqueBecause CEOGM Board Director Jonathan McNeill Stepping DownCEO of DVx Ventures. Ex COO at Lyft Inc. and ex president, Global Sales, Delivery and Service at Tesla, current director at Lululemon, GM director since 2022, on the Governance and Corporate Responsibility committee and Risk and Cybersecurity committee.We know that half of boards on average think someone on the board should be replaced - did the GM board not like McNeill?WHO/WHAT WOULD WE BLAME FOR PUSHING MCNEILL OUT?Outsider dude bro DRLet's be honest, McNeill worked at much more… modern?... companies than GMThe board is OLD SCHOOL - ex Northrop Grumman, ex Visa, ex Lazard, ex HP, ex eBay, ex Novartis, ex Walmart, other directorships at Goldman, Huntsman, P&G… these are professional, insular boardsMeanwhile, he's investing as a VC in AI, other auto/mobility startups, comes from boards that are bro founder lead (Tesla, Lyft) He's invested in AI, crypto, heavy tech, intertwined with VCs all overNot deferential enoughBarra is connected to 94% - THE ENTIRE - boardMcNeill has the highest network power on the board at $9tn, higher than even Mary Barra (who is super connected), but is NOT a power player in the board community of GM - the dominant board communities for GM are massive blue chip US companies, where McNeill has deeper connections in smaller IT/tech focused companiesHe doesn't need the pay, he gets nothing for the connections really, he has connection to Barra but his network is different - was he too independent?Pissed he doesn't have enough influence McNeill has the LOWEST influence on the GM board at 4%He's relatively new, younger, working as a VC where you have a lot of power of capital allocation“I don't need this shit” effect?Too many womenMcNeill's dvX ventures portfolio team is 6 dudes and 1 womendvX entire operations staff is two woman - guess what they do“Chief of Staff” (ie, HR)Executive Assistant (yes, listed on the team)Board is 2 women, 3 men (McNeill not on board)This one seems unlikely I guess?Too busy, meh, move onOne of dvX portfolio companies is curbee, with GM Ventures' Kurt Baumgarten on the board (and the dvX co-founder is founder of Curbee)McNeill on at least 3 of his portfolio boards or advisory committees, plus LULU and GM…

Commencement season is here and, as many students are closing one chapter and stepping into the next, it's a nice moment to ask: what did learning really look like for these students, and how might it change for the next generation? With those questions in mind, we're re-releasing a conversation with Computer Science Professor Chris Piech on the future of computer-aided education. Chris studies how computers can and will help students learn. His message isn't that teachers are obsolete — far from it. He shares that the future of education certainly involves AI, but that we must never lose the human element. Whether you're a new grad, a lifelong learner, or an educator wondering what's coming next, this one is well worth another listen. Have a question for Russ? Send it our way in writing or via voice memo, and it might be featured on an upcoming episode. Please introduce yourself, let us know where you're listening from, and share your question. You can send questions to thefutureofeverything@stanford.edu. Episode Reference Links: Stanford Profile: Chris Piech Connect With Us: Episode Transcripts >>> The Future of Everything Website Connect with Russ >>> Threads / Bluesky / Mastodon Connect with School of Engineering >>> Twitter/X / Instagram / LinkedIn / Facebook Chapters: (00:00:00) Introduction Russ Altman introduces guest Chris Piech, a professor of computer science from Stanford University. (00:01:44) Teaching People to Code What programming is and why learning to code can be challenging. (00:02:54) Motivation in Learning Why joy and motivation are central challenges in education. (00:03:54) Recent Learners as Teachers How near-peer teachers helped scale a Stanford coding course to thousands  (00:07:10) AI and Computer Programming How generative AI is changing coding for students and professionals. (00:09:24) The Joy of Programming How AI tools can expand what learners are able to create. (00:12:41) Experiments with Teaching What experiments reveal about one-on-one teaching & AI support. (00:14:39) Rethinking Assessment The value Piech sees in computational assessment. (00:16:38) Fairness in Grading Why AI grading raises questions about bias, context, and real-world use. (00:20:59) Feedback & Assessment How computers can evaluate creative and less structured assignments. (00:22:21) Dream Grader A system that interacts with student projects to understand and assess them. (00:25:30) Beyond the Classroom How assessment tools can also support medical testing. (00:26:52) Measuring Vision More Precisely Using adaptive testing to improve eye exams and track subtle changes. (00:27:57) Generative Grading What is generative grading and how can it actually function and be useful? (00:29:44) Teachers and AI Together Why the future of grading may depend on combining teacher insight with AI support. (00:31:33) Conclusion   Connect With Us:Episode Transcripts >>> The Future of Everything WebsiteConnect with Russ >>> Threads / Bluesky / MastodonConnect with School of Engineering >>>Twitter/X / Instagram / LinkedIn / Facebook Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Humorist David Sedaris says the best part of reading his work to an audience is earning the laughs — or the groans. "A collective groan is fine with me," he says. Sedaris reflects on his Duolingo obsession, AI, and why he'll continue writing and touring as long as he possibly can. His new book of essays is ‘The Land and Its People.' He spoke with guest interviewer Sam Fragoso, host of the podcast ‘Talk Easy.' Also, John Powers reviews two new mystery novels: ‘The End of the Sahara,' by the Algerian writer Saïd Khatibi, and ‘An Enigma by the Sea,' by Italian authors Carlo Fruttero and Franco Lucentini. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

Today: Lauren and Josh break down the latest news from Google I/O and what it means for your content. We dive into the history of ContentID, how YouTube is handling deepfakes with its new likeness detection tool, and X's AI-powered push to match creators with brands. Plus, we discuss Tom Brady's move to YouTube and Duolingo's crazy new focus module.00:00 Welcome to Creator Upload01:59 Viacom's massive 2007 YouTube lawsuit03:11 The birth of Content ID06:23 Gemini Omni comes to YouTube Shorts07:33 YouTube's new AI likeness detection13:28 X enters the creator marketplace era14:28 How Creator Connect uses AI16:23 Meta's Threads catching up to X19:27 Duolingo locks you out of apps22:18 Tom Brady's new YouTube trivia show23:54 Why athletes thrive on YouTubeCreator Upload is your creator economy podcast, hosted by Lauren Schnipper and Joshua Cohen.Follow Lauren: https://www.linkedin.com/in/schnipper/Follow Josh: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuajcohen/Original music by London Bridge: https://www.instagram.com/londonbridgemusic/Edited and produced by Adam Conner: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamonbrand

Shiv Rao is the CEO and Co-Founder of Abridge, a leader in generative AI for healthcare. The company reached a $5.3 billion valuation following a $300 million funding round with investors including Jensen Huang, Henry Kravis, USV, Bessemer Venture Partners and Elad Gill. A practicing cardiologist, Shiv has scaled the company to 450 employees and partnered with major health systems like Emory and Yale.  AGENDA: 04:00 — You just have to survive long enough to not die 06:00 — Did USV liking music make them billions of dollars? 13:58 — The three variants of an AI native company 15:00 — How do you know if foundation models are going to kill or help you? 22:15 — Why OpenAI and Anthropic doing consultancies is such an obvious move 41:00 — Biggest lesson from Jensen Huang at Nvidia 41:00 — What Founder Mode truly means 52:00 — What the founder of Duolingo taught me about sacrifice 56:37 — If I started a company again, Elad Gill would be the one investor I go to    

When Duolingo CEO Luis von Ahn sent an internal memo about AI last year, he didn't expect it to go viral — or to ignite a firestorm about the future of work. Now he joins Rapid Response to unpack what he got right, what he got wrong, and what the backlash taught him about the real limitations of AI. Von Ahn also reveals why he's made a deliberate pivot in 2026: chasing users, not revenue — and what that bet says about how big Duolingo can get before ads become inevitable. It's a candid reckoning with hype, growth, and the surprisingly complicated promise of technology in education.Visit the Rapid Response website here: https://www.rapidresponseshow.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Darren Hardy draws on behavioral economics and research from Google, Apple, and Duolingo to reveal five leadership nudges that change behavior more reliably than instructions or incentives alone. In this one, he maps each strategy directly to your team and where to start. Get more personal mentoring from Darren each day. Go to DarrenDaily at http://darrendaily.com/join to learn more.

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Once violently defended from extinction, Welsh is still a part of daily life. By learning my family's language, I hoped to join their conversation By Dan Fox. Read by Matt Addis. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/longreadpod

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In this episode, we break down the biggest stories moving the market right now—from the recent oil surge and what it means for traders, to whether the market is truly strong or being propped up by manipulation. We also cover S&P 500 entry levels, recession risks tied to global conflict, and the impact of tariff refunds on the economy.We dive into key plays including Palantir's long-term outlook, the best utility stock between NRG, Duke, and Southern, and whether names like Duolingo and HIMS are opportunities or traps. Plus, we revisit the Tim Cook vs. Steve Jobs debate and what real impact in business looks like.We also share our trading tip and investing fact of the week, discuss when to scale in futures, risk management lessons, and strategies for building and managing a $1M portfolio.#MarketMondays #StockMarket #Investing #Trading #WealthBuilding #FinancialLiteracy #SP500 #OilPrices #Palantir #RiskManagement #FuturesTradingAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

JD Vance says progress was made in discussions with Iran at the weekend and the ball is in Tehran's court. But he also accuses the Iranians of "economic terrorism" over the partial closure of the Strait of Hormuz. He was speaking hours after the US began enforcing its own naval blockade of Iranian ports. President Trump warned that any Iranian vessel that approached the blockade would be "immediately eliminated". He also said Iran couldn't be allowed to blackmail the rest of the world and extort money by imposing restrictions on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Iran responded by calling the US blockade "piracy" and threatened retaliation. Also: After Mr Trump criticised Pope Leo, we look at the history of spats between popes and politicians; Colombia plans to cull its hippopotamus population; a BBC Eye investigation reveals life-threatening malpractice on a Pakistani hospital ward; Hollywood actors, directors and filmmakers oppose the Paramount-Warner Brothers Discovery merger; and Duolingo asks taxi drivers to assess the conduct of job applicants.The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight. Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment. Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.uk