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Generation of people born between the mid 1990s and early 2010s

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    The A.M. Update
    Douchin' It Up | Trouble in Mexico | 11/17/25

    The A.M. Update

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2025 24:44


    Aaron McIntire kicks off the week with President Trump's snarky Truth Social jabs at Rep. Massie's quick remarriage and MTG's "ranting lunatic" fallout, amid her CNN apology for "toxic politics." Gen Z storms Mexico City over crime and corruption, injuring 120 in clashes, while Maduro croons "Imagine." FBI's Kash Patel vows Epstein and J6 pipe bomb probes but names no names, Massie accuses Trump of elite cover-up on ABC, and Michelle Obama gripes about white hair standards. Plus, Pew data reveals girls' marriage interest plummeting 22 points since 1993 amid 50% liberal women mental health diagnoses, and video clarifies a SC Planned Parenthood shooting as self-defense.   AM Update, Trump Massie MTG, Mexico Gen Z protests, Epstein files Massie, liberal women mental health, girls marriage decline, Planned Parenthood shooting, Kash Patel FBI, Michelle Obama hair, Maduro

    Holiness for the Working Day
    The End of Alienation: A Catholic Movement from a Pagan World

    Holiness for the Working Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2025 47:43


    From the smoky cafés of 1920s Paris to the curated feeds of Gen Z, this talk traces a century of growing alienation and the quiet ache beneath every age. We look at how today's neo-pagan culture offers counterfeit gods of sex, power, money, and self, and how events like the murder of Charlie Kirk jolted a generation into asking what is truly worth living and dying for. In the middle of this war between two altars (the pagan and Catholic), we explore why young adults are drawn to the beauty, ritual, and authority of the Catholic Church, and how we can accompany them into real transcendence, authentic community, and a life of courageous mission in Christ.  This talk was given at the Diocese of Arlington Catechist Conference on Nov. 15, 2025

    Current Events on SermonAudio
    Gen Z protests in Mexico City

    Current Events on SermonAudio

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2025 9:00


    A new MP3 sermon from The World View in 5 Minutes is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Gen Z protests in Mexico City Subtitle: The World View in Five Minutes Speaker: Adam McManus Broadcaster: The World View in 5 Minutes Event: Current Events Date: 11/17/2025 Length: 9 min.

    WSJ What’s News
    Are We in a Fast-Casual Restaurant Recession?

    WSJ What’s News

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2025 12:47


    Gen Z and Millennials are tightening their purse strings, and the first businesses on the chopping block are fast-casual dining spots. The usual fan favorites like Chipotle, Sweetgreen and Cava are suddenly falling out of favor with young American consumers. WSJ reporters Heather Haddon and Matt Grossman discuss how these companies are responding, and what this shift says about the broader economy. Caitlin McCabe hosts.  Further Reading Chipotle's Big Bet on Younger Consumers Is Unraveling Are the Economy's Salad Days Over? Chipotle Says Gloomy Consumers Are Buying Fewer Burritos Fast-Casual Chains Struggle as Diners Ditch Pricey Bowls for Cheaper Eats Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    American Conservative University
    The Real Reason Our Culture Is Falling Apart. Stephen Meyer Explains. ACU Sunday Series.

    American Conservative University

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2025 29:01


    The Real Reason Our Culture Is Falling Apart. Stephen Meyer Explains. ACU Sunday Series.  Watch this video at- https://youtu.be/al8F1aTY2uY?si=bLweNNnGmJ6hno1B Stephen Meyer 89.9K subscribers 448,356 views Aug 1, 2025 Today's video is a reflection on the 40th anniversary of Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn's chilling speech, "Men Have Forgotten God." There are many sobering parallels between the collapse of spiritual life in Soviet Russia and today's cultural crisis in America like how the rise of materialism, scientific atheism and nihilistic worldviews are contributing to a decline in faith especially among Gen Z. If you've ever wondered why belief in God seems to be fading, and what can be done about it, this is a conversation you can't afford to miss. ====================================================== Are you interested in the origins of life and the universe? Get this free book and explore the debate between Darwinian evolution and intelligent design. If you're intrigued by the origins of life, this is a must-read. It might change the way you view our world. As a special gift Dr. Meyer would like you to download his 32-page mini-book Scientific Evidence for a Creator for FREE: https://evolutionnews.org/_/sefac This is the official Youtube page of Dr. Stephen C. Meyer, director of Discovery Institute's Center for Science & Culture. Meyer received his Ph.D. in the philosophy of science from the University of Cambridge. His latest book is Return of the God Hypothesis: Three Scientific Discoveries that Reveal the Mind Behind the Universe. He is also the author of The New York Times best selling book Darwin's Doubt: The Explosive Origin of Animal Life and the case for Intelligent Design (HarperOne, 2013), and Signature In The Cell: DNA and the Evidence for Intelligent Design (2009). For more information about Dr. Meyer, his research, and his books visit https://stephencmeyer.org/. The Center for Science & Culture is the institutional hub for scientists, educators, and inquiring minds who think that nature supplies compelling evidence of intelligent design. The CSC supports research, sponsors educational programs, defends free speech, and produce articles, books, and multimedia content. Visit other YouTube channels connected to the Center for Science & Culture Discovery Institute:    / discoveryinstitute   Discovery Science Channel:    / @discoverysciencechannel   Follow Dr. Meyer on social media: X: @StephenCMeyer   / stephencmeyer   Facebook:   / drstephencmeyer     / discoverycsc   Instagram discoverycsc   / discoverycsc   Tik Tok discoverycsc   / discoverycsc  

    Heads Talk
    278 - Stela Willemstein, H, D: Money 2020 Riyadh Series: UBS - New Capital Frontier & The Forces Reshaping Regional Finance

    Heads Talk

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2025 26:58


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    Reuters World News
    ICE raids, Pope's movie meetup and Japan's ‘muscle girls'

    Reuters World News

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2025 12:21


    Federal agents launch immigration raids in Charlotte, North Carolina. Pope Leo hosts Hollywood stars at the Vatican. Gen Z-styled protests spread in Mexico, fueled by mayor's murder. Plus, a Tokyo bar is smashing beauty norms with muscle and protein shakes. Recommended read: The man who put Harry Potter on the map on his next chapter Listen to the latest episode of On Assignment "⁠Trump vs the BBC⁠". Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newsletter ⁠here⁠.  Listen to the Reuters Econ World podcast ⁠here⁠. Visit the ⁠Thomson Reuters Privacy Statement⁠ for information on our privacy and data protection practices. You may also visit ⁠megaphone.fm/adchoices⁠ to opt out of targeted advertising. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Playground Podcast
    Kids & Brands: Audrey Birner & Beano Brain

    The Playground Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2025 28:32


    With more than a decade of experience across the U.S. and global markets, Audrey Birner is the U.S. Insight Director for Beano Brain. She's a youth culture expert helping brands understand and engage kids, tweens, teens and their families. She believes the only way to truly understand Gen Alpha and Gen Z is to hear the unfiltered truth straight from the young people themselves.Chris sat down with Audrey to get inside the heads of the folks who get inside the heads of these kids, and we think you'll find the conversation, interesting, energetic and informative.

    Consumer Tech Update
    The death of swear words

    Consumer Tech Update

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2025 11:05


    Offensive language dates back to ancient times. Gen Z is looking to keep it there. Here's my take in this short podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Sushant Pradhan Podcast
    Ep: 497 | Nepal's Political Crisis Breakdown | Majid Ansari | Sushant Pradhan Podcast

    Sushant Pradhan Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2025 118:59


    In this episode, we sit down with Majid Ansari, a ninth-semester BALLB student at Nepal Law Campus, to dive deep into Nepal's current political climate, youth-led protests, constitutional gaps, and the future of leadership in the country. Majid discusses why top political leaders haven't been arrested, how protests and curfews unfolded, and what the autopsy and transparency debates reveal about institutional trust. He also explains the psychology behind brainwashing Nepali citizens, the influence of social media vs physical campaigns, and what a directly elected Prime Minister could mean for Nepal. We explore the monarchy debate, whether monarchy brings power balance, the flaws within monarchical systems, and how countries like the UK developed their royal structures. Majid also breaks down historical shifts—from Lipulekh during the King's rule, to the role of President Ram Chandra Poudel during the recent Gen Z movement. Other major topics include: how the next President should be elected, the history of UML and Maoist movements, the significance of NOTA in elections, and what happens if future elections don't take place on time. This episode is packed with legal, political, and historical insight—perfect for anyone trying to understand Nepal's present and future political trajectory. #MajidAnsari #NepalPolitics #GenZProtestNepal #Nepal #KPOliArrest #ElectionDelayNepal #MonarchyDebateNepal #NOTANepal #DirectlyElectedPMNepal #TikTokProtestNepal #PoliceProtocolNepal #LipulekhIssue #UMLHistoryNepal #MaoistWarNepal #NepalGovernance #PresidentNepalRole #YouthProtestNepal #PoliticalReformNepal #ConstitutionNepal #PowerBalanceNepal #PoliticalAnalysisNepal GET CONNECTED WITH Majid Ansari: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/majidansari___/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/majid.ansari.876825/about/  

    Sports Chasers Podcast
    Neil Schwartz: The Future of Sports Data, NIL & Streaming

    Sports Chasers Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2025 56:08


    Sports Chasers Podcast – Interview Sessions (Ep. 439) Host Kevin L. Warren presents an elite conversation with Neil Schwartz, President of SBRnet, diving into the future of sports analytics, the business of fan engagement, NIL regulation, sports gambling, streaming trends, and the economic impact of sports franchises and stadiums.Listeners will gain insights into: ✔ The shift in sports viewership and Gen Z's declining participation ✔ NIL's growing influence on recruiting, eligibility, & athlete leverage ✔ How data analytics shape team spending, sponsorships, and ticketing ✔ Why sports gambling scandals pose real threats to credibility ✔ How digital streaming is reshaping the global sports economy ✔ The rise of tech officiating, AI-driven replay, and fan behavior metricsVisit our website → https://sportschaserspodcast.net?audio439. Subscribe to our Game On newsletter → https://sportschaserspodcast.net/newsletter?audio439gameon Grab Sports Chasers merch → https://1800tshirts.chipply.com/sportschaserspodcast/?audio439Neil Schwartz is the President of SBRnet / Sports Market Analytics, a leading sports business data and analytics platform serving teams, brands, universities, and the sports industry worldwide.

    Add To Cart
    Inside Culture Kings: How They Train, Motivate and Keep Gen Z Talent | #574

    Add To Cart

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2025 53:36 Transcription Available


    Emma Grasso, Director of People and Culture at Culture Kings, is redefining what it means to lead a fast-growing, high-energy ecommerce team. From streetwear retail floors to global expansion under AKA Brands, she's steering one of Australia's most iconic youth brands through cultural change, while proving that having great people in your team is just as vital as having a great product.Today, we're discussing: How Culture Kings evolved from a founder-led business into a global team without losing its edgeWhy Emma believes “disruption creates opportunity” and how to manage change in high-growth environmentsWhat Gen Z really wants from work  (and how to keep them engaged)How AI and short-form content are transforming training, learning and hiringWhy collaboration and empathy are the underrated superpowers of ecommerce teamsConnect with EmmaExplore Culture KingsSMS us to request a guest!Support the showWant to level up your ecommerce game? Come hang out in the Add To Cart Community. We're talking deep dives, smart events, and real-world inspo for operators who are in it for the long haul. Connect with Nathan BushContact Add To CartJoin the Community

    The Greg Carrasco Show
    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 222

    The Greg Carrasco Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2025 139:59


    Greg brings in the "Deal Slayer" Jade who's now at Erinwood Ford! Greg, Lex and Jade shoot the breeze and talk about the latest from the sales front in the car industry including internet sales, and go off on a wide range of topics!Greg also welcomes Ian Lee, Associate Professor at Carleton University's Sprott School of Business as they chat about the Canadian federal budget, who's going to pay for the billions of dollars of new spending, and how it will affect millenials, Gen Z and beyond!

    DS Vandaag
    Bar miroir | Kaat Van Stralen: "Als ik een hand uitgereikt krijg ga ik hem pakken, maar ik durf hem soms zelf niet uitsteken”

    DS Vandaag

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2025 38:10


    Zangeres Kaat Van Stralen droomt ervan om ooit een musical te schrijven. Haar liefde voor het genre werd aangewakkerd door de musical Hadestown. Ze vertelt ook waarom componist Hendrik Lasure een fanclub verdiend, én waarom vooral Gen Z de serie Hacks moet bingen. In onze cultuurpodcast Bar Miroir brengen bekende gasten elke week drie dingen mee die hen raken, inspireren of een impact hebben op hun denken of leven. Je kan deze podcast ook bekijken op het Youtubekanaal van De Standaard. CREDITS Gast Kaat Van Stralen | Presentatie Lise Bonduelle | Redactie Fien Dillen, Lise Bonduelle | Eindredactie Fien Dillen | Audioproductie Joris Van Damme | Muziek Azertyklavierwerke | Chef podcast Alexander LippeveldSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Short Wave
    Are we cooked? How social media shapes your language w/ Adam Aleksic (from TED Tech)

    Short Wave

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2025 16:55


    This week, we're sharing a special episode from TED Tech exploring Gen Z slang words like "unalive," "skibidi" and "rizz." Where do these words come from — and how do they get popular so fast? Linguist Adam Aleksic explores how the forces of social media algorithms are reshaping the way people talk and view their very own identities. Technology's role in our lives is evolving fast. TED Tech helps you explore the riveting questions and tough challenges we're faced with that sit at the intersection of technology and humanity. Listen in every Friday, with host, journalist Sherrell Dorsey, as TED speakers explore the way tech shapes how we think about society, science, design, business, and more. Listen to TED Tech wherever you get your podcasts or go to: https://link.mgln.ai/Ng9EKL Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

    Timcast IRL
    Trump Declares Antifa FOREIGN Terrorists, It Has Begun w/ DeVory Darkins & Gerard Michaels

    Timcast IRL

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2025 122:15


    Tim, Phil, & Ian are joined by DeVory Darkins & Gerard Michaels to discuss the Trump administration declaring Antifa a foreign terror organization, the Babylon Bee making a crude pager bomb joke about Megyn Kelly, Gen Z's nightmare financial situation, and Hasan Piker detained by Chinese police.   Hosts:  Tim @Timcast (everywhere) Phil @PhilThatRemains (X) Ian @IanCrossland (everywhere) Serge @SergeDotCom (everywhere) Guest: Devory Darkins @devorydarkins (X) Gerard Michaels @GerardVsEvil (X) Devory Darkins is a political commentator and host of The DeVory Darkins Show, delivering commentary on major American political stories through his YouTube channel and podcast.  Gerard Michaels is an award-winning comedian, writer, director, actor, and podcaster with over 40 million online views, known for hosting the "Slick & Thick" show on Gas Digital Network alongside UFC fighter Mickey Gall and for his national comedy tours.

    Al Jazeera - Your World
    Yale report finds evidence of RSF mass killings in el-Fasher, Gen Z protest in Peru

    Al Jazeera - Your World

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2025 2:55


    Your daily news in under three minutes. At Al Jazeera Podcasts, we want to hear from you, our listeners. So, please head to https://www.aljazeera.com/survey and tell us your thoughts about this show and other Al Jazeera podcasts. It only takes a few minutes! Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube

    Drivetime with DeRusha
    Friday's Full Show: Card DeSharks, Gen Z movie reviews and Alec Lewis previews the Purple!

    Drivetime with DeRusha

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2025 100:06


    On Friday's Drivetime with DeRusha... 3pm Hour: Why aren't we willing to walk more in the Twin Cities? And learn how you can donate blood for a great cause! Oh, and would you rather go to a concert, or have sex? 4pm Hour: Jason hosts another exciting edition of Card DeSharks. And our Gen Z movie reviewer Charlie Oakes talks about "Now You See Me Now You Don't" and "Frankenstein"! 5pm Hour: On the DeRush-Hour - how is New Ulm planning to restore Hermann the German? Jason talks to a City Councilor. Plus, Alec Lewis from "The Athletic" joins the show to preview Vikings/Bears.

    A Few Minutes With The Few
    Gen Z, Don't Buy The Lie: You CAN Live The American Dream - S6:EP36

    A Few Minutes With The Few

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2025 32:02


    Why are we being told that the only way to "make it" is to take on more debt than ever before? Today, we dive into the conversation surrounding 50-year mortgages, rising costs, and the narrative that Gen Z should just accept lifelong payments as normal. In this episode, we unpack what Scripture says about stewardship, why freedom matters, and how intentional choices, even small ones, allow us to live the American Dream without selling our future. Let's get into it. Connect With The Few! Follow us and join the conversation:

    Coffee With Ro ☕️
    Coffee With Ro: Get the Tea on Gen Z

    Coffee With Ro ☕️

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2025 54:35


    On this episode of Coffee With Ro ☕️, Ro and Jer chat about what it's really like working with Gen Z. It's a fun, light-hearted conversation full of laughs, relatable moments, and good vibes you won't want to miss!

    Crazy Random Cool Podcast
    Random Things That Should Be Illegal

    Crazy Random Cool Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2025 28:45


    Tune in as we discuss those things that bug us so much that they should be illegal. 6

    Really! I'm A Grandparent!
    Gen Z Grandparents?

    Really! I'm A Grandparent!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2025 11:47 Transcription Available


    Young Grandparenthood is beginning to hit the Gen Z (yes Gen Z) crowd! 

    The Other A.I
    Selling Sexy with Fashion Journalist Lauren Sherman

    The Other A.I

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2025 53:04


    In this episode, Pauline sits down with fashion journalist and author Lauren Sherman to unpack one of culture's most enduring and complicated topics: sex. Specifically, what does it mean to be sexy in today's consumer marketplace? Using Sherman's book ⁠Selling Sexy: Victoria's Secret and the Unraveling of an American Icon⁠ (co-authored with Chantal Fernandez) as a jumping-off point, they trace the rise and fall of Victoria's Secret from its 1970s roots to its hyper-polished “angel” era and eventual cultural backlash. They explore how internal power dynamics, the male gaze, the #MeToo movement, and the shadow of Jeffrey Epstein all collided with Gen Z's changing relationship to sex and identity, alongside new marketing playbooks and social media.Along the way, they compare old standards of sexiness to new ones across industries (from fashion to autos), celebrities (from Rihanna to Kim Kardashian), and brands (from Calvin Klein to Byredo). Finally, they explore how certain 'unsexy' brands (like Talbot's and Eileen Fisher) might be revived by embracing modern ideals of beauty, aspiration, and consumer desire.

    The RELEVANT Podcast
    Impact Conversation Series: Bear Grylls and Bobby Gruenewald

    The RELEVANT Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 50:57


    In this episode of the RELEVANT Podcast Impact Conversation Series, we sit down with two leaders who have shaped the faith lives of billions.First, adventurer and global TV icon Bear Grylls opens up about how the wilderness taught him about spiritual survival. It's one of Bear's most personal and honest conversations ever — covering doubt, faith, courage and why he believes Jesus' life is the greatest adventure of all.Then, YouVersion founder Bobby Gruenewald joins us fresh off a historic milestone: one billion downloads of the Bible App. He shares the wild origin story of YouVersion, how God exceeded every expectation, how to steward faith in a tech-driven world and why Gen Z is turning to Scripture like never before.This episode is part of our special Impact Series sponsored by World Vision, whose community-focused work is changing lives around the globe. Learn more and get involved at WorldVision.org/RELEVANT.CHAPTERS00:00 — Introduction from Cameron Strang02:19 — Emily Brown sits down with Bear Grylls02:30 — Writing Jesus' story as a thriller (and why no one had done it)05:13 — How his new book began in the middle of the jungle07:33 — Physical survival and spiritual survival: where they intersect09:22 — Faith, doubt, fear and the courage to keep going11:19 — What surprised Bear most after rereading the Bible three times13:23 — Working with The Chosen and making “Chosen in the Wild”16:07 — Why faith is breaking through in entertainment right now18:20 — The first time Bear spoke publicly about faith (yes, including Obama)20:07 — Cameron wraps Bear's segment and introduces Bobby Gruenewald of YouVersion21:49 — How a security line in Chicago sparked the Bible App23:57 — Launching on Day 1 of the App Store… with zero Apple contacts27:59 — What surprised him about global Bible engagement30:48 — Balancing ministry and data while staying donor-supported33:20 — From serial entrepreneur to lifelong ministry calling37:26 — Where faith and technology are headed next41:52 — AI, ethics and why YouVersion refuses to rush a chatbot44:09 — What Bobby hopes YouVersion's legacy will be 50 years from now49:22 — Gen Z's surprising hunger for ScriptureAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Throwing Fits
    *PATREON PREVIEW* Let the Meat Talk

    Throwing Fits

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 82:21


    Subscribe to Throwing Fits on Patreon. Grand generalizations of the 21st century. This week, Jimmy and Larry are dodging hail to heat things up with our latest private sale with the best new store in the world, James' own closet sale/food drive this Sunday at Colbo, is Lawrence stuck in one of his various feedback loops again, Geese barz, Salem merch as Gen Z vintage grails, science has proven Hitler had a micropenis, working the floor to stay busy, the most predictable American menswear style icons of all time and other bits from the Mr Porter social video cutting room floor, even more bonus Zohran Mamdani story time, an early review of Wild Cherry, thick patty burgers are finally back, lunching at Luger, vintage shopping with mfpen, are the in-house labels from department stores like Barneys about to be the next wave in vintage, the one NYC memoir that was ass, can All's Fair really be that bad (no), can Pluribus really be that good (maybe), the latest Epstein email dump, what are the three worst emails either sent about you or that you have ever sent plus a quick inbox search of our own, and much more.

    Mock and Daisy's Common Sense Cast
    Scott Jennings DROPS TRUTH BOMBS on Dems' Shutdown, Nick Fuentes, & Why Young People Are Waking Up!

    Mock and Daisy's Common Sense Cast

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 46:30 Transcription Available


    Scott Jennings is BACK on Chicks on the Right to drop truth bombs and discuss his new book, “Revolution of Common Sense” (out Nov 18)!  In this episode, Scott breaks down the state of American politics, including the rare value of common sense, the impact of shutdowns, healthcare chaos, and how young voters are shaping the future. He tackles the rise of extremism, the current state of the Democratic Party, and why authenticity in media is more important than ever. We also dive into heated topics like Nick Fuentes and Groypers, the power of free speech versus endorsing extremism, and how conservatives can navigate a changing political landscape. Whether you're worried about socialism creeping into Gen Z, curious about the next election, or just want some no-nonsense political commentary, this episode has it all.

    Open to Debate
    Generational Divides with Nick Gillespie

    Open to Debate

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 53:15


    How big is the divide between different age groups? In this inaugural episode of a new Open to Debate series, “Generational Divides,” Reason's editor-at-large Nick Gillespie brings together a Baby Boomer, a Gen X-er, and a Gen Z-er to discuss Social Security benefits and how they'll affect future generations, homeownership, and 1950s nostalgia, where they examine the cultural and economic shifts occurring around intergenerational wealth and how each generation views money, opportunity, and the American Dream.  Our Guests:  For Baby Boomers: Joe Nocera, Deputy Managing Editor at The Free Press  For Gen X: Stacey Vanek Smith, Journalist and Reporter; Co-host of "Everybody's Business" at Bloomberg Business   For Gen Z: Kyla Scanlon, Financial Content Creator, Economic Commentator and Author of "In This Economy?"  Nick Gillespie, Editor-at-Large at Reason, is the guest moderator.    Visit our Substack to watch more insightful debates and subscribe to our newsletter.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Business Pants
    Cracker Barrel's activist and Disney say no to DEI, Doug McMillon steps down, Alex Karp's ‘Rosebud'

    Business Pants

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 67:59


    Story of the Week (DR):Walmart CEO Doug McMillon to retire in January and US operations chief John Furner will take over MMOn February 1, 2026, Mr. McMillon will continue in his capacity as an executive officer of the Company, he will report to the Chairman of the Board of Directors and he will continue to be employed as an associate of the Company through January 31, 2027. Mr. McMillon will also continue his service as a director on the Board until the June 2026 Annual Shareholders' MeetingJohn Furner, 51, a longtime insider and head of Walmart's U.S. operations, will take over. Furner, who started with the company in 1993, has more than 30 years in a variety of leadership roles across all three of Walmart's operating segments, including six years as the head of Walmart's U.S. business.Walmart Announces John Furner as President and Chief Executive Officer and DirectorGreg Penner still chair: Greg is only the third person, after his father-in-law, Rob Walton, and company founder, Sam Walton, to serve in this position.Doug's quotes on stakeholder capitalism:"We simply won't be here if we don't take care of the very things that allow us to exist: our associates, customers, suppliers, and the planet. That's not up for debate.""I think the growing interest in stakeholder capitalism stems from companies genuinely invested in doing good for our world, because it's the right thing to do and because businesses who take this approach are stronger.""Big problems don't rest on the shoulders of government or corporations alone... We need to reinvent capitalism.""Retailers will only survive if their business creates shared value that benefits shareholders and society... Basically, we'll design retail and other businesses so that all stakeholders (as many as possible) benefit: customers, associates/employees, shareholders, the communities we serve, and those in the supply chain."Under McMillon's leadership, Walmart has grown both top-line sales and profits. Its stock price is up 400% over the last decade. McMillon also led significant investments in both technology and labor, which are paying off for the company.Let women (or a black woman) do the work: Compensation Committee, led by chair Carla Harris and Marissa Mayer, are in control of succession planningJapan's Takaichi Says Firms Focusing Too Much on ShareholdersPrime Minister Sanae Takaichi: “I think there has been a trend of too much focus on shareholders. I will revise the corporate governance code to encourage companies to appropriately distribute resources not just to shareholders but to employees.”Takaichi added that she considered the excessive hoarding of capital by firms to be a problem, and said she wanted firms to effectively use it to invest in people including through wage hikes: “I would like to see firms conduct business not just thinking about clients, but also considering their contribution to the broader society.”Disney ditches 'diversity' and 'DEI' in business report for the first time since 2019In the company's 2025 Form 10-K filed after its recent Q4 meeting, the words "diversity," "inclusion," "DEI" or "diversity, equity and inclusion," appeared zero times. While the term "equity" appeared about 130 times, it was only used in a financial context.By contrast, the company's 2024 SEC filing included a dedicated section on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI)."Our DEI objectives are to build and sustain teams that reflect the life experiences of our audiences, while employing and supporting a diverse array of voices in our creative and production teams," the 2024 report read.Initiatives under that DEI section included programs to engage "creative executives from underrepresented backgrounds" and "over 100 employee-led groups which represent and support the diverse communities that make up our global workforce."Earlier this year, Disney also removed two of its DEI programs, "Reimagine Tomorrow" and "The Disney Look," from its 2024 SEC 10-K report. The "Reimagine Tomorrow" program came under scrutiny after a 2022 meeting the program hosted featured a Disney executive touting her "not-at-all-secret gay agenda."A few other Disney headlines this week:Disney CEO Bob Iger wants people to use AI to make their own content for Disney+Disney is losing millions a day in its fight with YouTube TVDisney's CEO Sequel Isn't Having a Hollywood EndingActivist investor pushes Cracker Barrel shareholders to oust DEI specialistActivist investor Sardar Biglari intensified his campaign against Cracker Barrel's leadership, urging shareholders to vote against CEO Julie Felss Masino and board member Gilbert Dávila in the company's upcoming annual meeting.Two major proxy advisory firms, Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS) and Glass Lewis, also urged shareholders to vote against one or more Cracker Barrel directors over concerns about performance and the company's controversial August rebrand.ISS and Glass Lewis advised shareholders to vote against Dávila, a marketing and diversity specialist who serves as the chair of the compensation committee. Glass Lewis also recommended a vote against Jody Bilney, who chairs the company's nominating and corporate governance committee.Neither proxy firm recommended ousting the CEO.Biglari has launched eight proxy fights in 15 yearsLetter to shareholders: only one stated reason to get rid of Davila: “And why does Mr. Dávila, the board's so-called multicultural marketing expert who signed off on this debacle, deserve re-election?”Goodliest of the Week (MM/DR):DR: Should we really blame billionaires for our own financial struggles? In fact, more Americans say yesPeople increasingly see extreme wealth as contributing to an unfair society, and that sentiment is especially high with Gen Z and millennials.Sixty-seven percent said billionaires are “creating more of an unfair society,” an eight-point increase from the 2024 survey. Should the law limit wealth accumulation? Even Republicans have gone up 12% since last year to just under 50%MM: Netflix CTO says the company has no 'formal performance reviews'Assholiest Which Asshole Do You Blame of the Week (MM):Rivian just doubled its CEO's salary and gave him a $4.6B pay packageChair of the Comp committee Sanford Schwartz, who has 2% influence thanks to CEO Robert Scaringe's dual class dictatorship - the 8K announcing the new pay package blames the Comp committee: “On November 6, 2025, the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors of Rivian Automotive, Inc. [...] granted an option to purchase up to 36,500,000 shares of the Company's Class A Common Stock to Dr. Robert J. Scaringe.” They also wrote: “The foregoing summary of the terms of the 2025 CEO Award does not purport to be complete”, so we don't really know what the targets are anyway…Schwartz is an exec at Cox Enterprises - who invested $350m in Rivian in 2022“My hope is with the skills that we have,” says Cox president Sandy Schwartz, “and with all the things that we're learning, that we'll be the chief wholesale remarketer for all Rivians someday.”DR: Robert Scaringe, who, in addition to leading his money losing company Rivian, has Altman/Musked not one, but TWO separate spinoff companies (Mind Robotics, where he's on the board and owns 10% of the company, and does robots, and a “micromobility” spinoff called Also, Inc where Scaringe is Also Also on that board)Scaringe did get not one, but THREE degreesHe once estimated he spent “about 5%” of his time with his wife and three kids - they divorced this yearDual class shares, with which Scaringe can vote out the entire board if they DON'T give him whatever comp plan he wants?Elon Musk, who perfected the art of the meme compensation which this basically copies, but maybe worse?22,000,000 shares (60%) in 11 tranches for meeting share price targets between $40 and $140 per share - MEME IT UP BABY!7,250,000 shares in 3 tranches to make income7,250,000 shares in 3 tranches for cash flowMaybe Scaringe plans on a meme campaign to get that price up, get paid, then use the money on his OTHER new spinoff companiesVerizon to Cut About 15,000 JobsOLD NEW CEO Dan Shulman, who was lead independent director and on the board with the old CEO for 7 yearsHe first penned his welcome memo to employees by saying, “The biggest competitive advantage we have is our team.” He followed it with his first earnings call 20 days later with some more inspiration for employees: “To fund our investments in growth, we must significantly cut costs. We will reduce our cost to serve, streamline our operating model and be much more capital efficient.”Everyone loves hearing “you've been fired so we can be more capital efficient”DR: NEW OLD CEO Hans Vestberg, who is still on the board as a “special advisor”His farewell post said, “I've dedicated my life… the last nine years almost… to Verizon. It's an amazing company, amazing employees.”Vestberg once said in an interview he's been keeping a daily score of his emotional state for more than a decade, and when he scores himself below a certain level, he takes no meetings.I wonder if having your ex-lead director as a human body shield for firing 15,000 humans rates as a 7 out of 10?Chair of the Human Resources Committee of the board, Laxman Narasimhan, who has himself experienced being cut from his job as CEO of StarbucksVerizon employees, for costing too muchActivist investor pushes Cracker Barrel shareholders to oust DEI specialistThe CEO Julie Felss Masino, who is the leader and must have chosen to destroy the company by expanding its reach beyond white, overall wearing octogenarians.The DEI specialist - Gilbert Davila - who clearly DEI'ed the logo since his speciality is DEI and he is brown.Sardar Biglari, the “activist” that no one cares about, since he's pushing to vote against CEO Masino (a woman!) and Davila (a brown man!) using the 40% bot-driven outrage machine online as his excuseSardar's letter to investors on November 6 included this reasoning for voting against Davila, who is a diversity marketing expert and has been on the board since 2020: “And why does Mr. Dávila, the board's so-called multicultural marketing expert who signed off on this debacle, deserve re-election?” - that's it, that's his entire reasoning.Sardar's other winning holdings include Steak n' Shake, Maxim magazine, and Jack in the Box, all very popular and not at all pointlessDR: ISS and Glass Lewis, who not only suggested a vote for Masino but AGAINST Davila (because racism?), but GL actually suggested ALSO voting against Jody Bilney (chair of nom and a woman) - WHO WAS PUT THERE BY SARDAR BIGLARI in 2022Headliniest of the WeekDR: No one leaving New York City because of Mamdani, say two top real estate CEOsMM: Why Palantir CEO Alex Karp exhumed the 'whole yard' of his childhood homeRosebud… sorry, Rosita… his childhood dog. And no, that's not a joke - the dog was named Rosita (not Rosebud) and he wanted to rebury it at his New Hampshire homeThe university professors who owned Karp's childhood home "initially balked" at his request. Ultimately, they agreed, he wrote, and "Karp subsequently made a donation to the university where they taught.""Rosita played a tremendous role in our life," the Palantir CEO said. "It was more like, she's very, very high IQ. It was honestly more like a human than a dog." - also, the dog did NOT graduate from an elite universityWho Won the Week?DR: Jason Turner, a Walmart management associate who made $174k last year and is the brother-in-law of new Walmart CEO John Furner.MM: Shoppers at Costco, because Target just rolled this out:Target launches ‘10-4' training, encouraging workers to smile at customersIf employees are 10 feet away from a shopper, they should smile, make eye contact and wave. However, if they are within four feet of the shopper, they should personally greet the guest, smile and initiate a warm and helpful interactionAs if no one shopping there was the fault of employees not smilingAlso, US, because Trump is investigating getting rid of shareholder voting!PredictionsDR: ISS and Glass Lewis announce a “We Give Up 2026” policy where any director who could be blamed for something because they have black or brown skin gets an automatic “vote against” recommendation. MM: Does a window seat on a plane need a window? United Airlines says not. Yes, United Airlines is arguing against a lawsuit brought by people who bought a window seat but there was no window, that a window seat doesn't literally mean has a window. Prediction: Danone claims its Silk Almond Milk remove the “Contains Almonds” warning from the label and puts out a press release that almond milk does not literally mean almonds, it's more like almond-like-milk-colored-drink.

    The Tara Show
    “Gen Z's Breaking Point: Jobs Lost, Debt Rising, and the Political Shift No One Saw Coming”

    The Tara Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 5:25


    Tara exposes the growing crisis facing young Americans — a generation buried in debt, shut out of the job market, and rapidly losing faith in a system that promised them everything. With unemployment for ages 20–24 now surging above 9%, AI devouring entry-level work, and 80% of H-1B visas going to those same entry-level jobs, Tara explains why Gen Z men swung toward Trump harder than any group in 100 years… and why that support is now collapsing. From Nikki Haley's son sounding the alarm to Fox News finally admitting the numbers, Tara walks through the perfect storm pushing young voters toward whoever promises relief — whether it's Trump, or a socialist “strongman” waiting in the wings. This is the political fault line both parties fear, and Tara lays it out with brutal clarity.

    The Tara Show
    H2: “H-1B Havoc, Gen Z on the Edge, and the America They're Losing”

    The Tara Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 29:25


    Tara dives deep into the escalating crisis facing America's young generation — from crushing unemployment among recent graduates to the H-1B visa system undermining U.S. wages. With a staggering 9.2% unemployment rate for 20–24-year-olds and foreign workers taking entry-level STEM and white-collar positions at 10–50% lower pay, America's youth are being shut out of the jobs they earned. Tara explains how Trump's H-1B remarks and mixed messaging have created a political vacuum, with young voters flirting with socialism and radical alternatives. She also exposes how foreign student visas and radical campus movements threaten national security, showing why accountability, reform, and prioritizing American workers are more urgent than ever.

    The Mountain Top For Men (formerly The Chick Whisperer):
    Is The Younger Generation Relating To Women Differently? - MTP486

    The Mountain Top For Men (formerly The Chick Whisperer):

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 44:48


    Co-Host Cheryl Maida (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/cheryl) How is Gen Z influencing dating and relating going forward? Regardless of who you are, this matters because it's going to affect YOUR relationships with women from now on. My first-time guest Cheryl Maida from matchmaking.com is here to talk about all the current trends, and what we can expect in months and years to come. First off, are dating apps truly dead...and if so, what's next? And whatever happened to "hookup culture"? We haven't heard anything on that in ages. Are people really less interested in sex than ever, or just more sexually frustrated? Could it be that we really needed to go through a few decades of trial and error in order to figure out what we really want out of our dating pursuits and sex lives, let alone long-term relationships? Why are younger guys going for matchmakers nowadays? For a while there, politics were a major yardstick of compatibility. Is that still the case? Are we ever going to collectively stop doom-scrolling our smartphones and notice there's other people out there in public? Is this generation going to rediscover the art of approaching women in real life? Well, first we all might have to start with actually liking the gender we'd hope to attract again. Will Gen Z realize sooner than later that pressure on the birthrate and away from healthy male/female relationships is robbing them of something important? Assuming so, will the younger generation have to learn from their dating and relationship mistakes the same way we have? Of course they will...but how? Better men get better women. That's the new logo, and the new look at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The show is now available as a VIDEO version on YouTube. For some reason, the episodes seem funnier...if a bit more rough around the edges. If you love what you hear, please rate the show on the service you subscribed to it on (takes one second) and leave a review. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

    The Bulletin
    Israeli Settler Violence, Epstein Emails, and Bringing Back Purity

    The Bulletin

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 52:51


    This week, Israeli settler violence continues against Palestinians; Mike, Russell, and Clarissa discuss the complex dynamics in the West Bank. Then, Congress releases emails from Jeffrey Epstein that mention President Trump. Nicole Martin stops by to consider how we can think about the new revelations. Last, CT contributor Luke Simon joins the conversation about the role of purity in Christian discourse about sexuality and political violence.  REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE: ‘Promised Land' miniseries by The Bulletin Rachael Denhollander Calls for a Southern Baptist Reckoning on Abuse on The Russell Moore Show Harm, Trauma, and Church Abuse with Diane Langberg on The Russell Moore Show Have We Kissed Purity Goodbye? By Luke Simon GO DEEPER WITH THE BULLETIN:  Join the conversation at our Substack.  Find us on YouTube.  Rate and review the show in your podcast app of choice.    ABOUT THE GUESTS:   Nicole Martin is Christianity Today's chief operating officer. She is the author of several books including Nailing It: Why Successful Leadership Demands Suffering and Surrender and Made to Lead: Empowering Women for Ministry. Luke Simon is a content strategist for The Crossing church in Columbia, Missouri, and a M.Div. student at Covenant Theological Seminary. He has written on Gen Z, technology, masculinity, and the church. His writing appears in Christianity Today, Mere Orthodoxy, and The Gospel Coalition. ABOUT THE BULLETIN:  The Bulletin is a twice-weekly politics and current events show from Christianity Today moderated by Clarissa Moll, with senior commentary from Russell Moore (Christianity Today's editor-at-large and columnist) and Mike Cosper (senior contributor). Each week, the show explores current events and breaking news and shares a Christian perspective on issues that are shaping our world. We also offer special one-on-one conversations with writers, artists, and thought leaders whose impact on the world brings important significance to a Christian worldview, like Bono, Sharon McMahon, Harrison Scott Key, Frank Bruni, and more.    The Bulletin listeners get 25% off CT. Go to https://orderct.com/THEBULLETIN to learn more.    “The Bulletin” is a production of Christianity Today  Producer: Clarissa Moll  Associate Producer: Alexa Burke  Editing and Mix: TJ Hester Graphic Design: Rick Szuecs Music: Dan Phelps  Executive Producers: Erik Petrik and Mike Cosper   Senior Producer: Matt Stevens Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    The Culture Translator
    Roundtable: The Bearista Tumbler, Having A Boyfriend is Embarrassing, and CCM

    The Culture Translator

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 59:50


    Three Big Conversations: The limited edition Bearista cup fosters true insanity. - 06:34  Article in Vogue suggests that "having a boyfriend is embarrassing,". - 15:04 The rising popularity of Contemporary Christian Music. - 35:50 Slang of the Week - "Twin" - 01:38 In Other News: - 57:18 The GRAMMY nominations were announced last week, with Gen Z and Alpha notables like sombr and KATSEYE being nominated for Best New Artist. MrBeast is launching a "Beast Land" theme park (in Saudi Arabia). The GOAT of League of Legends, Faker, led his team to their third consecutive World Championship win. The portion of actress Sydney Sweeney's interview with GQ where she was asked to apologize for her American Eagle ad has been turned into a meme format. Dictionary.com has announced its "Word of the Year," and we regret to inform you that it is "67." Click here to see Savannah Bananas - Your Way's Better Dance Click here for our Conversation Kit on Miracles. Become a monthly donor today, join the Table. Get your question on Ask Axis! Send in your questions to ask@axis.org For more Axis resources, go to axis.org.

    Friday Night Movie by @pancake4table
    Return of the Sobrina

    Friday Night Movie by @pancake4table

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 43:29


    We are so excited to welcome Na'ama, Shai's eldest daughter, back to the podcast. She tells us a hilarious story about getting on the wrong school bus (just like her dad did in 1985) and teaches us the latest Gen Z slang. We also talk about what we've been watching. Don't miss this multigenerational ep!  Follow @floatersmovie for updates! Sign up for the Friday Night Movie Newsletter for giveaways, curated episode playlists from the hosts and guests (including our mom), and at MOST one email per month (and probably fewer).  Closed captions for this episode are available via the player on the official Friday Night Movie homepage, the Podbean app and website, and YouTube.  The Friday Night Movie Family supports the following organizations: The Red Tent Fund | HIAS | Equal Justice Initiative | Asian American Journalists Association | The Entertainment Community Fund. Subscribe, rate and review us on your favorite podcast platform, including iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Play | Podbean | Overcast. Play along with Friday Night Movie at home! Read the FNM Glossary to learn the about our signature bits (e.g., Buy/Rent/Meh, I Told You Shows, Tradesies, etc). Email us at info@p4tmedia.com or tweet @FriNightMovie, @pancake4table, @chichiKgomez, and/or  @paperBKprincess.  Follow our creations and zany Instagram stories @frinightmovie, @FNMsisters, and @pancake4table. Follow us on Letterboxd (@pancake4table) where we're rating every movie we've EVER watched.  Subscribe to our quarterly newsletter for exclusive giveaways and news! Theme music by What Does It Eat.  Subscribe and leave a review on IOS or Android at frinightmovie.com.  

    The Dom Giordano Program
    Tucker Carlson, a Socialist Mayor, and Gen Z dating stories

    The Dom Giordano Program

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 41:31


    Tucker Carlson gives up information about Thomas Crooks recap 105 - Recap of study taxes paid, Seattle Mayor-Elect socialist Katie Wilson still financially supported by her parents 115 - Clip of Hunter Biden on Nick Fuentes 120 - J.D. Vance on Hannity last night about grocery prices and able to afford a home 130 - Joe in Columbus ripping Hunter Biden, side question 135 - John's story about Gen Z and dating women 145 - 13 point loss in NJ from election

    The Dom Giordano Program
    Dom Full Show 11-14-25

    The Dom Giordano Program

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 141:45


    New study of taxes paid from top 1% of people, Trump is admitting that the tariffs might have something to do with grocery prices 1205 - Immigration enforcement 1210 - Epstein emails, no indication of Trump being involved with girls 1215 -Frank Rizzo confronted by Eyewitness News reporter made history by The Philadelphia Inquirer 1220 - Side Question Highest under pressure situation: someone under pressure 1230 - Tucker Carlson says that Thomas Crooks is a right wing grievance guy, People Conspiring to kill President trump. Kash Patel and Dan Bongino were not trying to cover up the true intentions of the assassination attempt 1235 - NJ Gov- Elect Mikie Sherrill will appear on Inside Story and talked about affordability, 1245 - Caller Karen with a question about Tucker Carlson, FBI and the Secret Service 1250 - Target “Smile and Wave” campaign, your calls 1-Tucker Carlson gives up information about Thomas Crooks recap 105 - Recap of study taxes paid, Seattle Mayor-Elect socialist Katie Wilson still financially supported by her parents 115 - Clip of Hunter Biden on Nick Fuentes 120 - J.D. Vance on Hannity last night about grocery prices and able to afford a home 130 - Joe in Columbus ripping Hunter Biden, side question 135 - John's story about Gen Z and dating women 145 - 13 point loss in NJ from election 2-Younger people getting their first home 205 - Trump should talk about the low propensity of voters, affordability 210 - Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward calling in with her comments on the PA budget that passed, comment about SEPTA and it's rainy day fund 215 - “Money Melody” 230 - Guest Veteran Brad Snyder calling in and recounting experiencing being under pressure disarming bombs while serving in the military 240 - “Lighting Round”

    Drivetime with DeRusha
    Friday Hour 2: Card DeSharks & Charlie Oakes, Gen Z movie correspondent

    Drivetime with DeRusha

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 33:49


    Friday 4pm Hour: Jason hosts another round of his gameshow - CARD DESHARKS! Then he's joined by Gen Z movie reviewer Charlie Oakes to talk about "Now You See Me Now You Don't" - "Frankenstein" - and why Hollywood is having such a bad run at the box office.

    'Y esto no es todo'
    Chile va a las urnas. El nieto de John F. Kennedy, a la política. Gen Z contra Sheinbaum

    'Y esto no es todo'

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 17:58


    Hablamos en Concepción con Paulina Astroza, doctora en ciencias políticas y sociales; en Washington D.C. con Dori Toribio, periodista y corresponsal, y en Ciudad de México con Karolina Gilas, profesora de la UNAM

    Young + Adulting by CF Young Adults
    From Norway to the Nations: The Jesus Revolution Awakening Gen Z & Gen Alpha

    Young + Adulting by CF Young Adults

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 30:01


    In this powerful episode, Tyler sits down with Stephan and Anna Christensen, founders and leaders of Jesus Revolution, a global missions movement that has mobilized over 11,000 young adults across Europe and now the United States. Their story is filled with faith, risk-taking, and miraculous encounters that started when both Stephan and Anna received visions for Europe as teenagers—before they had ever traveled beyond Norway.

    Small Town Summits
    (STS Breakout) Reaching Gen Z with Shane and Kara Carvalho

    Small Town Summits

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 49:13


    In this episode of the Small Town Summit Podcast, we share a breakout session from our 2024 Rhode Island summit led by Shane and Kara Carvalho. In this breakout, the Carvalhos give essential wisdom on how to reach Gen Z with the gospel. If you would like to learn more about Small Town Summits, please visit: www.smalltownsummits.com

    NXTLVL Experience Design
    EP.82 "MOMS, RETAIL MEDIA NETWORKS AND MAMAVA" with Dina Townsend Chief Sales Officer, Mamava

    NXTLVL Experience Design

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 68:38


    ABOUT DINA TOWNSEND Dina's Linkedin Profile: linkedin.com/in/dinatownsendDINA TOWNSEND BIOAs Chief Sales Officer at Mamava, Dina leads the Sales Organization with energy, optimism, and a genuine passion for building connections. She is rooted in the belief that strong business acumen and a meaningful mission can be seamlessly intertwined. After a purpose-driven career pivot from Digital Signage Technology to Mamava, she channels her expertise into propelling sales for this mission-centric company. Beyond her professional endeavors, Dina is a former skydiver, a hobby homesteader, an avid college football fan, and a well-intentioned, albeit average, golfer.email: dinat@mamava.com | 802.347.2111 (o) Website: www.mamava.comSay yes to dignified lactation spaces! Be a hero—here's how you can help. SHOW INTRO:Welcome to Episode 82! of the NXTLVL Experience Design podcast…In every episode we continue to follow our catch phrase of having “Dynamic Dialogues About DATA: Design, Architecture, Technology and the Arts.” And as we continue on this journey there will be thought provoking futurists, AI technology mavens, retailers, international hotel design executives as well as designers and architects of brand experience places.We'll talk with authors and people focused on wellness and sustainable design practices as well as neuroscientists who will continue to help us look at the built environment and the connections between our mind-body and the built world around us.We'll also have guests who are creative marketing masters from international brands and people who have started and grown some of the companies that are striking a new path for us follow.If you like what you hear on the NXTLVL Experience Design show, make sure to subscribe, like, comment and share with colleagues, friends and family.The NXTLVL Experience Design podcast is always grateful for the support of VMSD magazine.VMSD brings us, in the brand experience world, the International Retail Design Conference. I think the IRDC is one of the best retail design conferences that there is bringing together the world of retailers, brands and experience place makers every year for two days of engaging conversations and pushing us to keep on talking about what makes retailing relevant. You will find the archive of the NXTLVL Experience Design podcast on VMSD.com.Thanks also goes to Shop Association the only global retail trade association dedicated to elevating the in-store experience.SHOP Association represents companies and affiliates from 25 countries and brings value to their members through research, networking, education, events and awards. Check then out on SHOPAssociation.org Today, EPISODE 82… I talk with Dina Townsend Chief Sales Officer at Mamava a company whose mission is to create a healthier society through infrastructure and support for breastfeeding. And, along with partners who share in in their purpose of celebrating and supporting breastfeeding, Mamava is moving closer to creating a future where there is a dignified lactation space anywhere a parent may go. We'll get to my discussion with Dina in a minute, first though a few thoughts…*                     *                          *                          *A few episodes back I had Claire Coder founder and CEO if Aunt Flow on the show. That was an interesting conversation since we crossed what I think were a few boundaries (at least for me) and we talked quite candidly about menstruation. Not just about the biology of women's monthly cycle but about the fact that there are many women who have faced the scenario of getting their period unexpectedly and not have pads or tampons to meet them in their moment of need.Enter the company Aunt Flow who provides free feminine hygiene products in public restrooms, schools and other public buildings and to Fortune 500 corporate headquarters - for which tens of thousands of women are eternally grateful.This conversation with Dina Townsend, I guess you could say, falls in the Aunt Flow camp of subjects. Breast feeding moms was not a subject that I had on the list of things to address on the podcast. But here we are nevertheless with a subject that piqued my curiosity because the company Dina works for, Mamava, checks most of the boxes in our Dialogues on DATA: Design, Architecture, Technology and he Arts” catch phrase.First off…I did not know there was something called the “Pump Act”. For the curious out there, a little internet searching comes up with this:“…The PUMP for Nursing Mothers Act, enacted in December 2022, expands workplace protections for nursing employees by requiring employers to provide reasonable break time and a private, non-bathroom space for pumping breast milk for up to one year after a child's birth.This law allows for legal action if employers fail to comply…”Now… Dina will contend that many employers do in fact provide such a space and also that a janitors closet with a folding chair would be in line with the requirements. Sure, a closet meets the description of a ‘private space' but it wholly underserves the needs of a nursing mother in terms of experience.I am aware that there are widely divergent views on the whole subject of breast feeding – we are not going to go there – except that I'll say that I fully line up behind my wife who breastfed our two sons.My discussion with Dina moves from the necessity to provide environments for nursing mothers to breastfeed their infants while in public places to the buying power of mothers who statistics indicate make an enormous amount of the buying decisions in households to how tying Retail Media Networks - RMNs – to Mamava pods serve a triple bottom line serving People, Planet and Profit. It's a way of shifting our thinking about business from “How much money did we make?” to: “Did we make money in a way that benefits society and the environment too?”Nielsen, Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and Harvard Business Review research tells us that Women drive 70–80% of consumer purchasing decisions in the U.S. and that is even for products they don't personally use.  And that their annual global consumer spending, is $20 trillionwhich, by the way, is a number projected to rise to $28 trillion. In many households, women make or heavily influence91% of new home purchases, 92% of vacation decisions, and 80% of healthcare choices says research by the Yankelovich Monitor, Marketing to Women Conference data.And Millennial and Gen Z mothers are even more influential: they control about $1 trillion in direct annual spendingand are primary decision-makers for food, home goods, education, and entertainment – says research by the Pew Research Center.So, women and moms are a force to be reconned with in terms of buying power and why Mamava pods are more than an economic discussion. The behavioral and psychographic aspects of them is important as well.Women increasingly valuebrands that support family life, caregiving, and inclusivity and so features like Mamava pods in retail locations or corporate HQs or parental-leave policies have brand-equity impact.We have known for some time that brands that are considered authentic exhibiting genuine empathic concern for their customer and employeesare major drivers in establishing brand affinity and purchase decisions. The BabyCenter “State of Modern Motherhood” report says that “ 9 in 10 mothers say they are more loyal to brands that “understand the challenges of motherhood.”And then there is mom's digital influence. Pew Internet studies explains that“80% of moms research products online before buying and that 60% follow parenting or lifestyle influencers for purchase guidance.”When you combine these factors with the emergence of Retail Media Networks, RMNs, you have a value add to placing Mamava pods in places that do not actually take up any more space on the sales floors of a store than is already being occupied with stuff that does support the brand experience or selling anything.Use to be that when digital screens came into the retail world, we had kiosks as wayfinding devices. Then a proliferation of screens emerged in the market where walls were more digital wallpaper crowding the environment with content and, in my opinion adding little to experience, arguably creating a shopping experience with more visual distraction and diminishing the overall experience. Painting the environment with the broad-brush stroke of digital media is often ineffective in capturing and retaining attention and doesn't lead to the positive results we think it does.That said, well considered application of digital media like those found on Mamava pods creates an opportunity to provide messaging to customers that could be more like a public service announcement, like ‘get your flu shot here today,' or a focused marketing piece that invites customers to consider a particular product that they may not have thought of prior to arriving at the store.So, you might ask why this matters to retail designWomen and mothers aren't just your average everyday consumers, they're key decision-makers shaping the social expectations of brands and spaces. Retailers, airports, and workplaces that provide amenities like Mamava pods, family restrooms, or flexible shopping experiences are responding directly to data-driven insights like:Increased dwell time and spending when caregivers feel accommodated.Higher brand loyalty and word-of-mouth among mothers.Positive CSR – Corporate Social Responsibility - and inclusivity signaling which is important for both consumer and employee attraction.If you have recently traveled through an airport, you may have already come upon a Mamava pod or maybe you have seen their “bench” version in a retail store. Fed up with pumping in bathrooms and borrowed spaces—Mamava's co-founders, Sascha Mayer and Christine Dodson, applied their decades of expertise in design and brand strategy to solve a problem that was largely invisible: the lack of lactation spaces in workplaces and public spaces and as a result, the Mamava pod was born.Tying together the Mamava pod, and its various incarnations, and retail media needed some savvy about how to create an effective in-store media application that wouldn't end up as just another screen in an already overwhelming environment.Enter Dina Townsend.As Chief Sales Officer at Mamava, Dina leads the Sales Organization with energy, optimism, and a genuine passion for building connections. She is rooted in the belief that strong business acumen and a meaningful mission like the Mamava brand platform can be seamlessly intertwined. After a purpose-driven career pivot from the world of Digital Signage Technology to Mamava, Dina channels her expertise into propelling sales for this mission-centric company. ABOUT DAVID KEPRON:LinkedIn Profile: linkedin.com/in/david-kepron-9a1582bWebsites: https://www.davidkepron.com    (personal website)vmsd.com/taxonomy/term/8645  (Blog)Email: david.kepron@NXTLVLexperiencedesign.comTwitter: DavidKepronPersonal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidkepron/NXTLVL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nxtlvl_experience_design/Bio:David Kepron is a multifaceted creative professional with a deep curiosity to understand ‘why', ‘what's now' and ‘what's next'. He brings together his background as an architect, artist, educator, author, podcast host and builder to the making of meaningful and empathically-focused, community-centric customer connections at brand experience places around the globe. David is a former VP - Global Design Strategies at Marriott International. While at Marriott, his focus was on the creation of compelling customer experiences within Marriott's “Premium Distinctive” segment which included: Westin, Renaissance, Le Meridien, Autograph Collection, Tribute Portfolio, Design Hotels and Gaylord hotels. In 2020 Kepron founded NXTLVL Experience Design, a strategy and design consultancy, where he combines his multidisciplinary approach to the creation of relevant brand engagements with his passion for social and cultural anthropology, neuroscience and emerging digital technologies. As a frequently requested international speaker at corporate events and international conferences focusing on CX, digital transformation, retail, hospitality, emerging technology, David shares his expertise on subjects ranging from consumer behaviors and trends, brain science and buying behavior, store design and visual merchandising, hotel design and strategy as well as creativity and innovation. In his talks, David shares visionary ideas on how brand strategy, brain science and emerging technologies are changing guest expectations about relationships they want to have with brands and how companies can remain relevant in a digitally enabled marketplace. David currently shares his experience and insight on various industry boards including: VMSD magazine's Editorial Advisory Board, the Interactive Customer Experience Association, Sign Research Foundation's Program Committee as well as the Center For Retail Transformation at George Mason University.He has held teaching positions at New York's Fashion Institute of Technology (F.I.T.), the Department of Architecture & Interior Design of Drexel University in Philadelphia, the Laboratory Institute of Merchandising (L.I.M.) in New York, the International Academy of Merchandising and Design in Montreal and he served as the Director of the Visual Merchandising Department at LaSalle International Fashion School (L.I.F.S.) in Singapore.  In 2014 Kepron published his first book titled: “Retail (r)Evolution: Why Creating Right-Brain Stores Will Shape the Future of Shopping in a Digitally Driven World” and he is currently working on his second book to be published soon.  The NXTLVL Experience Design podcast is presented by VMSD magazine and Smartwork Media. It is hosted and executive produced by David Kepron. Our original music and audio production is by Kano Sound. The content of this podcast is copywrite to David Kepron and NXTLVL Experience Design. Any publication or rebroadcast of the content is prohibited without the expressed written consent of David Kepron and NXTLVL Experience Design.Make sure to tune in for more NXTLVL “Dialogues on DATA: Design Architecture Technology and the Arts” wherever you find your favorite podcasts and make sure to visit vmsd.com and look for the tab for the NXTLVL Experience Design podcast there too.

    Business Wars
    Gap's Revival | Better in Navy? | 3

    Business Wars

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 39:49


    The “Better in Denim” ad campaign put Gap back on the map for Gen Z — but are viral ads enough to fuel a comeback? Jordyn Holman of the New York Times breaks down how Gap CEO Richard Dickson is taking the company back to its pop culture roots. Later, David dives deeper into Old Navy's strategy with Aubrey Avery Jr., who helped Gap build the new brand from the ground up. He explains how Old Navy became the company's shining star. Be the first to know about Wondery's newest podcasts, curated recommendations, and more! Sign up now at https://wondery.fm/wonderynewsletterListen to Business Wars on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. Experience all episodes ad-free and be the first to binge the newest season. Unlock exclusive early access by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery App or on Apple Podcasts. Start your free trial today by visiting wondery.com/links/business-wars/ now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Almost Adulting with Violet Benson
    Why You Don't Feel Loved Unless He Says It

    Almost Adulting with Violet Benson

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 35:05


    You don't want flowers.You want reassurance.If he can post a story, he can send a sentence that says “I care about you.”This episode is for every woman who feels crazy for needing words - because guess what? You're not clingy. You're not insecure. You're under-affirmed.We're unpacking why hearing “I love you,” “I'm proud of you,” or “I'm here” hits like emotional oxygen… and why silence feels like abandonment.If his silence makes you overthink,if you keep replaying one compliment for three weeks,if you've ever begged a man to just communicate —you're in the right place.Hit play and stop settling for men who “feel it” but can't say it.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    The Majority Report with Sam Seder
    3624 - Starbucks Workers Strike; Organizing for Climate Survival w/ Fabian Holt & Lawrence Wang

    The Majority Report with Sam Seder

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 57:18


    It's a Matt-jority Report Thursday on the Majority Report. On today's program Matt Lech is in the chair for Emma who normally would be in the chair for Sam. Over 1,000 unionized Starbucks employees are striking today at 65 stores across more than 40 cities. The strike organized by Starbucks Worker's United, is taking place on Red Cup Day, one of the company's busiest sales days of the year. In a pretaped interview, Emma talks to Fabian Holt, author of Organize or Burn and Lawrence Wang organizer for NY Public Power about the DSA's role in the fight for climate survival. In the Fun Half: We are joined by Brandon Sutton and Matt Binder Matt, Matt and Brandon discuss the updates on the Epstein files. Nikki Haley's son, Nalin Haley debuts as a Gen-Z pundit on Fox News discussing why Gen-Z is so conservative. Spoiler alert he blames immigrants and poor people as he barks for his food. Eric Trump goes on Fox Business to boast about the upsides of crypto. "You can transfer $500 million dollars on a Sunday night while having a glass of wine with your wife and virtually no fees!" Palantir CEO Alex Karp says that the Democratic party completely neglects males and that they don't resonate with him as a high testosterone male. In another interview, Alex exhibits his manliness to a female reporter by showing off his sword thrusts. All that and more The Congress switchboard number is (202) 224-3121. You can use this number to connect with either the U.S. Senate or the House of Representatives. Follow us on TikTok here: https://www.tiktok.com/@majorityreportfm Check us out on Twitch here: https://www.twitch.tv/themajorityreport Find our Rumble stream here: https://rumble.com/user/majorityreport Check out our alt YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/majorityreportlive Gift a Majority Report subscription here: https://fans.fm/majority/gift Subscribe to the AMQuickie newsletter here: https://am-quickie.ghost.io/ Join the Majority Report Discord! https://majoritydiscord.com/ Get all your MR merch at our store: https://shop.majorityreportradio.com/ Get the free Majority Report App!: https://majority.fm/app Go to https://JustCoffee.coop and use coupon code majority to get 10% off your purchase Check out today's sponsors: PROLON: ProlonLife.com/majority Get 15% off sitewide plus a $40 bonus gift when you subscribe to their 5-Day Nutrition Program TUSHY: Get 10% off TUSHY with the code TMR at https://hellotushy.com/TMR SUNSET LAKE:  Head to SunsetLakeCBD.com and use coupon code "Left Is Best" (all one word) for 20% off of your entire order  Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattLech On Instagram: @MrBryanVokey Check out Matt's show, Left Reckoning, on YouTube, and subscribe on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leftreckoning Check out Matt Binder's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/mattbinder Subscribe to Brandon's show The Discourse on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/ExpandTheDiscourse Check out Ava Raiza's music here! https://avaraiza.bandcamp.com

    La Corneta
    La Corneta COMPLETA 13 de Noviembre del 2025

    La Corneta

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 63:42


    ¡Arranca el #BuenFin amiguitos! Samuelón de NL anuncia inversión histórica en tecnología... y salen a desmentirlo. ¡Qué Nvidia amigos! La Presidenta dice que ni a chavorrucos llegan los que organizan la marcha de la GenZ. Lily Tellez salva a Noroña de caer a un precipicio. Y exigimos al 'Negro' González, a Alfonso Cuarón, a Guillermo del Toro y a todos los grandes directores de México, que le den un papel protagonista al 'Burro' Van Ranking.

    The Newsmax Daily with Rob Carson
    SNAP Fraud SCANDAL Exposed & Cal State Berkeley Implodes

    The Newsmax Daily with Rob Carson

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 41:34


    -Barack Obama becomes the show's favorite punching bag as Rob reminisces about spotting SNAP-card shoppers buying crab legs while he's hunting for discount sandwiches like a bargain-bin ninja. -Erin Van Natta joins to discuss Gen Z, mental-health stats, Berkeley chaos, and why young liberals are apparently allergic to happiness. Today's podcast is sponsored by :GET FRESH OLIVE OIL : Try real farm fresh olive oils for FREE plus $1 dollar shipping at http://GetFreshRobCarson.com BEAM DREAM POWDER : Improve your health by improving your sleep! Get 40% off this sleep supplement by using code NEWSMAX at http://shopbeam.com/Newsmax WEBROOT : Live a better digital life with Webroot Total Protection. Rob Carson Show listeners get 60% off at http://webroot.com/Newsmax BIRCH GOLD - Protect and grow your retirement savings with gold. Text ROB to 98 98 98 for your FREE information kit! To call in and speak with Rob Carson live on the show, dial 1-800-922-6680 between the hours of 12 Noon and 3:00 pm Eastern Time Monday through Friday…E-mail Rob Carson at : RobCarsonShow@gmail.com Musical parodies provided by Jim Gossett (www.patreon.com/JimGossettComedy) Listen to Newsmax LIVE and see our entire podcast lineup at http://Newsmax.com/Listen Make the switch to NEWSMAX today! Get your 15 day free trial of NEWSMAX+ at http://NewsmaxPlus.com Looking for NEWSMAX caps, tees, mugs & more? Check out the Newsmax merchandise shop at : http://nws.mx/shop Follow NEWSMAX on Social Media:  -Facebook: http://nws.mx/FB  -X/Twitter: http://nws.mx/twitter -Instagram: http://nws.mx/IG -YouTube: https://youtube.com/NewsmaxTV -Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsmaxTV -TRUTH Social: https://truthsocial.com/@NEWSMAX -GETTR: https://gettr.com/user/newsmax -Threads: http://threads.net/@NEWSMAX  -Telegram: http://t.me/newsmax  -BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/newsmax.com -Parler: http://app.parler.com/newsmax Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    What Now? with Trevor Noah
    How Shame Became the New Sex Ed with Carter Sherman

    What Now? with Trevor Noah

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 95:39


    Everyone's talking about Gen Z's sex recession - but maybe it's not about sex at all. Trevor and Eugene chat with Carter Sherman, journalist and author of The Second Coming,  to discuss how maybe Gen Z's sexual appetites are being influenced by fear, politics, power, and the way intimacy has been hijacked by the internet. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    The Charlie Kirk Show
    Can President Trump Win Back the Youth?

    The Charlie Kirk Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 36:15


    Young people swung hard to Trump in 2024…and then swung hard to Mamdani last week. Salena Zito joins Mikey and Andrew to discuss Gen Z angst and the perils facing any political movement that doesn’t confront their problems. Mark Halperin dissects the end of the shutdown and the Democrat civil war between Schumerism and Mamdanism. Watch every episode ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com!Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    On the Media
    The Republican Party's Civil War

    On the Media

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 25:31


    Back in October, Nick Fuentes, the Gen Z white nationalist influencer, was trending in the news after a leaked Young Republicans chat revealed how his ideas were taking hold in some conservative circles. Then, just a week or so later, Fuentes sat down for an interview with Tucker Carlson. That 2-hour interview triggered a crisis amongst the GOP's top brass that pitted major conservative influencers against each other, and garnered headlines declaring the start of a Republican “civil war.” For this midweek podcast extra, host Micah Loewinger called up Zack Beauchamp, senior correspondent for Vox, to wade through the fallout around Fuentes and Carlson, and break down what this tells us about antisemitism in American politics.  On the Media is supported by listeners like you. Support OTM by donating today (https://pledge.wnyc.org/support/otm). Follow our show on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook @onthemedia, and share your thoughts with us by emailing onthemedia@wnyc.org.