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Pete Stavros returns to Inside the ICE House three years after his first appearance, as Ownership Works enters its fourth year of driving inclusive capitalism. The initiative has scaled across industries, giving employees a stake in the success they help create. Stavros reflects on the journey, the rise of empathy gyms, and the cultural shift underway.
In September, Inside the ICE House aired ten new episodes, four traditional episodes, the new Biotech series, Markets in focus with Opening Bell Daily's Phil Rosen and Inside the ICE House breakfast on the balcony. Biotech Series Episode 1: Alto Neuroscience CEO Dr. Amit Etkin on the Next Chapter in Mental Health Biotech Series Episode 2: Eli Lilly Chief AI Officer Thomas Fuchs on AI's Power to Transform Pharmaceuticals Biotech Series Episode 3: Nimbus CEO Abbas Kazimi on Leading the Future of Precision Therapeutics Biotech Series Episode 4: Enveda CEO Viswa Colluru on the Mission to Decode Nature's Pharmacy Episode 484: ESPN Chairman Jimmy Pitaro on Streaming, Sports Rights, and the Future of Fandom Markets in Focus: Fed Cuts, Labor Market Risks, and Investor Resilience On the Balcony: Founding, Funding, and Investing in the Future with M13's Carter Reum Episode 485: BBDO Worldwide Chairman Andrew Robertson on Shaping the "Creative Shift" Episode 486: VISA's Mathieu Altwegg on Redefining Shopping in an AI-Driven World Episode 487: LexisNexis Risk Solutions' Bill Madison on Data, Decisions, and Smarter Insurance
Recorded on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, right before Tracie and Barb leave for the 2 Knit Lit Chicks Meet-up! Book talk begins at 29:20 Our Charity KAL is over. Prizes will be announced during the October Episode 306 Our 2025-2026 Fall Sweater KAL has started and will go until January 15, 2026. You must be a member of this group to enter You must make an adult size sweater. If you have a sweater that is 50% finished or less, you can finish that sweater during our KAL Need some inspiration? We have bundles! Beginner Sweaters Bundle Adventurous Beginners to Advanced Sweater Bundle Crochet Sweaters Bundle Coming Events: Lambtown - October 4&5 in Dixon May Fairgrounds CA TKGA retreat - November 6-9 in San Francisco, CA NoCKRs retreat April 10-13 in San Juan Batista, CA KNITTING Barb has finished: *A Hat Called Hudson #4 *Bankhead Hat #34 Tracie has finished: *Mother Bears #343 - 345 *Dunedrifter pullover by Wool and Pine in Trendsetter Yarns Transition in Sunrise Red, Orange and Yellow *Summer Sky Tee By Comfort Zone Knits in Juniper Moon Farms Zooey Spray in Palma Carnival. *Davis #6 by Pam Allen with Tracies addendum in Juniper Moon Farm Cumulus Dappled in Cape Town - skeins split up and knit alternating every row Tracie has Cast On: *Astro Pop pullover in 2 colors of Juniper Moon Farm Zooey and Berocco Remix Light in Ocean *Carnegie Vest by James Magee (Stitching in the Stacks) in Neighborhood Fiber Company Studio Sport in Sheridan Circle *Brooklyn Raglan Light* by Tori You in Mod Yarn Fingering 101 in Angelyne Barb has Cast On: *Barley Hat Worsted #8 by Tin Can Knits, using Color Notes Willow Glen Worsted in a blue-green color *One Row Handspun scarf using a Caron Cake *Flax Sock pullover by Tin Can Knits, using Wonderland Dyeworks Smitten in the Deep Lilac colorway Barb continues to work on: Colorwork Dip pullover by Suvi Knits, using 2 colors of Berocco Light in the Mist and the Peony colorway BOOKS Barb has finished: *Camino Winds #2 by John Grisham - 3 stars *The Lazarus Files: A Cold Case by Matthew McGough - 3.5 stars Dateline episode about the murder of Sherri Rasmussen by Stephanie Lazarus Full Interrogation of Stephanie Lazarus *The Hiking Trip by Jenny Blackhurst - 2.5 stars *Little Miss Diagnosed: A Surgeon's Guide to Breaking Bones and Bending Rules by Erin Nance - 4 stars Tracie has finished: *Death of an Angel: A True Story of a Vicious Triple-Murder the Broke the Heart of a Town by Don Davis - 4.5 stars *The Cutting Place & the Close (Maeve Kerrigan series) by Jane Casey - 4 stars *The Unquiet Grave (Cormac Reilly #4) by Dervla McTiernan - 3.5 stars *The Officer's Wife: A True Story of Unspeakable Betrayal and Cold-Blooded Murder bay Michael Fleeman - 3.5 stars *The Ice House by JJRichards - 3 stars *The Facts of Life and Death by Belinda Bauer - 4 stars *The Whole Truth (DI Fawley #5) by Cara Hunter - 4 stars Barb and Tracie recommend the The Glider Swift by Alpenglow Industries and their excellent customer service!
Comedian Matt McCarthy joins us to talk about Sunset Boulevard (1950), the classic film noir about how being a screenwriter in Hollywood is easier when you have a famous girlfriend. We watched this week's movie for free on the app Kanopy which is free for EVERYONE with a library card!Tune in next week when our movie will be... Killer Klowns from Outer Space-----Follow Matt McCarthy on instagram and TikTok.Also, check out Matt McCarthy's Video Garage on Patreon!And listen to Matt McCarthy's wonderful podcast VHS Tapes Are Magic!Come see Matt do stand up at the Ice House in Pasadena on Weds October 1st!Watch Emily, Matt, and Jordan on Good Mythical Weekend! On Oct 22 you can get a copy of Jordan Morris's comic book Predator: Black White and Blood #4! Jordan will be signing the book Sat Oct 25th from 4-6pm at Things From Another World at Universal Citywalk.
Matt and Daniel are joined by filmmaker Rolla Selbak to consider Netantahu's social media strategy, anti-zionists' purported mustiness, and the most epic team-up in JCU history.Please donate to Middle East Children's Alliance: https://www.mecaforpeace.org/Send us an email or leave us a voice message for our next mailbag. badhasbara@gmail.com / (747) 348-5259. 100 words, 20 seconds, make it count.Rolla on IG: https://www.instagram.com/rollaselbakThe Visitor: http://thevisitormovie.comJoin the patreon at https://www.patreon.com/badhasbaraBad Hasbara Merch Store:https://estoymerchandise.com/collections/bad-hasbara-podcastGet tickets for Francesca Fiorentini and Matt Lieb at the Ice House in Pasadena October 1: https://www.showclix.com/event/new-world-disorder-10-01-25-7-45-pmGet tickets for Francesca Fiorentini, Matt Lieb and friends with Daniel Maté October 13 in Brooklyn: https://bit.ly/mattfranbellhouseSubscribe to the Patreon https://www.patreon.com/badhasbaraWhat's The Spin playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/50JoIqCvlxL3QSNj2BsdURSubscribe/listen to Bad Hasbara wherever you get your podcasts.Spotify https://spoti.fi/3HgpxDmApple Podcasts https://apple.co/4kizajtSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bad-hasbara/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Data is redefining how insurers assess risk, price policies, and serve customers, ushering in a new era of smarter insurance. Bill Madison, CEO of LexisNexis Risk Solutions Insurance, has spent four decades at the forefront of this transformation. He goes Inside the ICE House to share how data and AI are streamlining processes, enhancing transparency, and improving outcomes for both carriers and policyholders.
Artificial intelligence is reshaping the way consumers discover, select, and purchase products, ushering in a new era of Intelligent Commerce. Mathieu Altwegg, Visa's Head of Product & Solutions for Europe, is at the forefront of this transformation. He goes Inside the ICE House to explore how Visa is partnering with leading tech companies to securely integrate these agents into the payment ecosystem.
Matt and Daniel are joined by the host of the Bad Faith podcast, Briahna Joy Gray to speak on the UN committee report recognizing a genocide by Israel in Gaza, as well as Charlie Kirk's dispatch from the AI beyond, and Ambassador Mike Huckabee doing Netanyahu's act like the Gallagher II of international relations.Please donate to Pal Humanity: http://palhumanity.com/Send us an email or leave us a voice message for our next mailbag. badhasbara@gmail.com / (747) 348-5259. 100 words, 20 seconds, make it count.Get the Bad Faith podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bad-faith/id1531192509Join the patreon at https://www.patreon.com/badhasbaraBad Hasbara Merch Store:https://estoymerchandise.com/collections/bad-hasbara-podcastGet tickets for Francesca Fiorentini and Matt Lieb at the Ice House in Pasadena October 1: https://www.showclix.com/event/new-world-disorder-10-01-25-7-45-pmGet tickets for Francesca Fiorentini, Matt Lieb and friends with Daniel Maté October 13 in Brooklyn: https://bit.ly/mattfranbellhouseSubscribe to the Patreon https://www.patreon.com/badhasbaraWhat's The Spin playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/50JoIqCvlxL3QSNj2BsdURSubscribe/listen to Bad Hasbara wherever you get your podcasts.Spotify https://spoti.fi/3HgpxDmApple Podcasts https://apple.co/4kizajtSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bad-hasbara/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
This week we watched the perfect punk rock film that is not actually about music, the 1984 comedy Repo Man about a suburban white punk who just wanted a Pepsi, mom. Tune in next week when our movie will be... Sunset Blvd. -----Come see Matt do stand up at the Ice House in Pasadena on Weds October 1st!Watch Good Mythical Weekend every Saturday!Go to Emily's ETSY Store!See Jordan Morris at LA ComicCon Sept 26-28, tabling at JO7!
Creativity is undergoing a transformation as data, technology, and shifting consumer expectations reshape how ideas are formed and shared. With decades of leadership at BBDO Worldwide, Andrew Robertson explores this evolution in his new book, "The Creative Shift". He goes Inside the ICE House to discuss how organizations can unlock innovation, foster emotional storytelling, and adapt to a rapidly changing creative economy.
On his website, drummer, producer and bandleader Makaya MCraven describes himself as a "beat scientist."Much of McCraven's work is involved in picking musical moments from his recorded performances and applying hip-hop style production techniques to reinvent the material. McCraven is releasing four new EPs in October, and he is performing live at Icehouse in Minneapolis on September 25th. He talks about his process and his upcoming musical performance in this conversation with Jazz88's morning host, Peter Solomon.
On his website, drummer, producer and bandleader Makaya MCraven describes himself as a "beat scientist."Much of McCraven's work is involved in picking musical moments from his recorded performances and applying hip-hop style production techniques to reinvent the material. McCraven is releasing four new EPs in October, and he is performing live at Icehouse in Minneapolis on September 25th. He talks about his process and his upcoming musical performance in this conversation with Jazz88's morning host, Peter Solomon.
Venture capital is evolving as founder become funders, bringing firsthand experience to the investment table. M13 co-founder Carter Reum has helped shape this shift by backing bold ideas and building platforms that support entrepreneurs from seed to scale. He joins Inside the ICE House for breakfast on the balcony above the NYSE trading floor to share his journey from founder to VC leader, the changing dynamics of venture capital, and how he and his team identify the next generation of game-changing companies.
Matt and Daniel are joined by content creator Chris Kunzler, who was endlessly impressed with their accent work during their chat over the UK's proscription of Palestine Action, Hen Mazzig's pecking at Hannah Einbinder, and Israel's decision not to drop Jerry Seinfeld's “Unfrosted” on Gaza because their drones can't carry bombs that massive.Please donate to Bridge of Solidarity: https://chuffed.org/project/bridgeofsolidaritySend us an email or leave us a voice message for our next mailbag. badhasbara@gmail.com / (747) 348-5259. 100 words, 20 seconds, make it count.Find Chris everywhere:https://www.instagram.com/chris.kunzlerhttps://x.com/chriskunzlerhttps://youtube.com/@chris_kunzlerhttps://www.tiktok.com/@chriskunzlerJoin the patreon at https://www.patreon.com/badhasbaraBad Hasbara Merch Store: https://estoymerchandise.com/collections/bad-hasbara-podcastGet tickets for Francesca Fiorentini and Matt Lieb at the Ice House in Pasadena October 1: https://www.showclix.com/event/new-world-disorder-10-01-25-7-45-pmGet tickets for Francesca Fiorentini, Matt Lieb and friends with Daniel Maté October 13 in Brooklyn: https://bit.ly/mattfranbellhouseSubscribe to the Patreon https://www.patreon.com/badhasbaraWhat's The Spin playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/50JoIqCvlxL3QSNj2BsdURSubscribe/listen to Bad Hasbara wherever you get your podcasts.Spotify https://spoti.fi/3HgpxDmApple Podcasts https://apple.co/4kizajtSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bad-hasbara/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
In this episode of 'Seacoast Real Talk with John Rice,' John, Sean Fellows, and Michelle O'Dell discuss the latest trends and updates in the real estate market across Southern Maine and New Hampshire Seacoast as of September 2025. They cover significant property sales, including the landmark listing of the Ice House for $1.5 million and other notable multi-million-dollar transactions. John also provides a detailed market recap, highlighting increased inventory levels and median prices. The discussion includes an analysis of the high-end market activity and predictions for future trends. Additionally, Sean features recommendations on waterfront restaurants in the area. The episode concludes with a look ahead to the next podcast, which promises more updates and insights. Contact John Rice HEREContact Sean Fellows HEREContact Michelle O'Dell HERE
You know how Olympic and Paralympic athletes go around and speak at schools and do other types of education-related events? How do they get those gigs? Well, there are organizations who help with that. Athletes for Hope is one of those connecting organizations who work with athletes on causes that are near and dear to them and connect them to schools and non-profits so they can do speaking and other types of advocacy work. Today we're talking with Jason Belinkie, chief executive officer of Athletes for Hope and Jenny Sichel, a Rio 2016 silver medalist in para mixed fours rowing to learn how Athletes for Hope came about, how athletes participate, and the positive impacts they can have on youth. Athletes for Hope is having its annual Play for Good Gala on Saturday, December 6, 2025 in Washington D.C. Find out more here. Follow Ahtletes for Hope on Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube. In other Olympics and Paralympics news: Milano-Cortina 2026 has released more tickets for the Opening Ceremonies, and the Ice House is coming! LA 2028 announced ticket sales information and some new sponsors. Salt Lake City 2034 announced an innovative Games funding drive. New International Olympic Committee President Kirsty Coventry announced some interesting working groups that could bring some changes to the IOC and the Olympics themselves. For a transcript of this episode, please visit http://flamealivepod.com. Like this episode? Have thoughts on the show? Comment/write us a review, and you may be our review of the week! Thanks so much for listening, and until next time, keep the flame alive! Photos courtesy of Athletes for Hope. *** Keep the Flame Alive: Obsessed with the Olympics and Paralympics? Just curious about how Olympic and Paralympic sports work? You've found your people! Join your hosts, Olympic aunties Alison Brown and Jill Jaracz, for smart, fun, and down-to-earth interviews with athletes, coaches, and the unsung heroes behind the Games. Get the stories you don't find anywhere else. Tune in weekly all year-round, and daily during the Olympics and Paralympics. We're your cure for your Olympic Fever! Call us: (208) FLAME-IT. *** Support the show: http://flamealivepod.com/support Bookshop.org store: https://bookshop.org/shop/flamealivepod Become a patron and get bonus content: http://www.patreon.com/flamealivepod Buy merch here: https://flamealivepod.dashery.com Hang out with us online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flamealivepod Insta: http://www.instagram.com/flamealivepod Facebook Group: hhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/flamealivepod Newsletter: Sign up at https://flamealivepod.substack.com/subscribe VM/Text: (208) FLAME-IT / (208) 352-6348
Send us a textAllison and Mark have been best friends since grade school. Now, they're fortyish. Allison is a married suburban mom with three kids. Mark is single and gay. Allison has a lifelong fear of the dark. Just what happens when it's Lights Out?Bernadette Armstrong directs a cast that includes Cynthia Gravinese Brown as Allison, Matthew Scott Montgomery as Mark, and Noelle Evangelisti as The Nurse.Michael A. Buzzelli is the playwright. He's a stand-up comedian who has performed at such famous venues as the Ice House, The Improv, and The Comedy Store. He is the author of two books, All I Want for Christmas and Below Average Genius. Based near Pittsburgh, he is a theatre and arts critic, He is also an actor and Moth Grand Slam Storyteller.Support the showFounded by playwright and filmmaker Bernadette Armstrong, Open-Door Playhouse is a Theater Podcast- like the radio dramas of the 1940s and 1950s. The Playhouse launched on September 15, 2020. At the time, Open-Door Playhouse provided Playwrights, Actors and Directors a creative outlet during the shutdown. Since its inception. Open-Door Playhouse has presented Short and One-Act plays from Playwrights across the country and internationally. In 2021 Open-Door Playhouse received a Communicator Award for Content for the Play Custody and in 2023 the play What's Prison Like was nominated for a Webby Award in the Crime & Justice Category.Plays are produced by Bernadette Armstrong, Sound Engineer is David Peters, sound effects are provided by Audio Jungle, and music from Karaoke Version. All plays are recorded at The Oak House Studio in Altadena, CA. There's no paywall at the Open-Door Playhouse site, so you could listen to everything for free. Open-Door Playhouse is a 501c3 non-profit organization, and if you would like to support performances of works by new and emerging playwrights, your donation will be gratefully accepted. Your tax-deductible donations help keep our plays on the Podcast Stage. We strive to bring our listeners thoughtful and surprising one-act plays and ten-minute shorts that showcase insightful and new perspectives of the world we share with others. To listen or to donate (or both), go to https://opend...
Today's Song of the Day is “Long Pond Lily” from Hayden Pedigo's album I'll Be Waving As You Drive Away, out now.Hayden Pedigo will be performing at Icehouse on Friday, November 21.
Phil Rosen of Opening Bell Daily returns to Inside the ICE House to break down the Fed's expected rate cut and its broader economic impact. He highlights a 911,000-job downward revision as a warning sign for the labor market and explains why Powell's messaging will be closely watched. Despite soft jobs data, Phil points to strong earnings and AI momentum as key supports for markets. Looking ahead, he cautions that while rate cuts may offer short-term relief, stabilizing the labor market remains the bigger challenge.
This week we watched for the very first time the 1974 cult classic Phantom of the Paradise, a Faust meets The Picture of Dorian Gray meets meets cocaine rock opera with original music by the guy who wrote Rainbow Connection.Tune in next week when our movie will be... Repo Man-----Come see Matt do stand up at the Ice House in Pasadena on Weds October 1st!Watch Good Mythical Weekend every Saturday!See Jordan Morris at LA ComicCon Sept 26-28, tabling at JO7!
The sports media industry is transforming as fans shift to streaming, personalization, and on-demand access. With a vast portfolio of rights, technology, and storytelling, ESPN is redefining how audiences experience live sports and highlights across every screen. Jimmy Pitaro, ESPN's Chairman, goes Inside the ICE House to discuss its direct-to-consumer future, expanded partnerships with the NFL and WWE, and how the network is positioning itself to remain the front door for sports fans in a rapidly changing media landscape.
Enveda Biosciences is using AI to decode nature's vast chemical library and transform it into breakthrough medicines. Founded in 2019 by Viswa Colluru, the company is advancing first-in-class therapies like ENV-294 while cutting the time and cost of drug discovery. Colluru joins Inside the ICE House to share how Enveda is reimagining the playbook for modern medicine and building a healthier future for patients worldwide.
Nimbus Therapeutics is transforming drug discovery with computational chemistry and AI to design small molecules that precisely target disease. CEO Abbas Kazimi, who took the helm in March, is driving a “fail fast” approach that balances discipline with innovation. He joins Inside the ICE House to share how Nimbus is scaling its pipeline and shaping the future of precision medicine.
Lawrence El, the distinguished keyboardist and songwriter from Mint Condition is reuniting with the members of Mint to celebrate a particular facet of their musical offerings; The Mintroludes. During Mint's decades long run as a band they satiated their musical appetites with short interludes that bring in a wider array of styles then their primary R&B offerings would permit. Lawrence El, so often the architect of these Mintroludes, decided he would call in the members of Mint Condition and friends and flesh those short tunes out into full on songs. The group will do just that on Monday, September 15 for two shows over at Icehouse. Special guests include: Stokley, Cory Henry, O'Dell, Ricky Kinchen, Jeffrey Allen, Keri Lewis, David Ginyard Jr and Kavyesh Kaviraj, Chris 'Daddy' Dave and more. Lawrence El was nice enough to visit our studios to discuss his musical journey and what inspired him to organize this concert.
AI is revolutionizing pharmaceuticals, moving from a side tool to a core driver of many aspects of the industry. Eli Lilly is leading the way, appointing Thomas Fuchs as its first Chief AI Officer to integrate AI across its pipeline. A NASA and Mount Sinai veteran, Fuchs is turning Lilly's data into a competitive edge. He joins Inside the ICE House to share how Lilly is building the AI-powered medicine company of the future.
Mark Laurence and I had a great discussion on AI and the future and A.icehouse, a new initiative for SMEs that he is working on with Icehouse, to learn more about the future of AI and what it might mean for companies and directors and business owners as well as charities and other organisations. Have a look at these links to find out more. A.icehouse website: https://www.theicehouse.co.nz/a.icehouse Ten Past Tomorrow site: https://www.tenpasttomorrow.com Icehouse: https://www.theicehouse.co.nz For more episodes visit www.theseeds.nz More on A.icehouse: "You don't need to master every new app, platform or update. You need practical and pragmatic AI knowledge that powers your business to navigate the evolution AI is asking of you. AI is moving faster than leaders can follow. It can feel overwhelming, noisy, and hard to know what really matters. A.icehouse is designed to give Kiwi SME owners and senior teams clarity, in practical and tangible ways. No hype. No waffle. We focus on AI literacy and skills first, then layer in the tools so you can build the confidence to make better informed decisions. Back in 2000, Icehouse helped SMEs make sense of the internet and the knowledge era. Today, with applied AI expertise from Ten Past Tomorrow, we're helping businesses make sense of AI and the intelligence era. In A.icehouse you'll find: Plain-English explanations and demonstrations to build AI literacy around what AI is, what it isn't, and how it is reshaping business models and industries, right now. Practical AI skill training, so you yourselves become powerful users of frontier AI tools to drive radical and immediate efficiency and productivity in your own roles. Pragmatic strategies and maps so you can drive the same AI-powered efficiency and productivity as mentioned above, throughout your entire organisation Time-respectful sessions designed for busy leaders. Honest conversations about unknowns and trade-offs, not hype or silver bullets. A mix of formats, from quick webinars, online courses, to live in-person in-depth symposiums; so you can choose what fits your time and needs. A trusted partnership: Icehouse's 20+ years of SME support with Ten Past Tomorrow's applied AI excellence."
In August, Inside the ICE House aired five new episodes, four traditional Inside the ICE House episodes, and one episode that kicked off a new, monthly series. Episode 480: Elanco CEO Jeff Simmons on Protecting Our Pets & Advancing Animal Health Episode 481: Edwards Lifesciences CEO Bernard Zovighian on Engineering Hope & Pioneering Purpose August Markets in Focus: Inside the ICE House x Opening Bell Daily Episode 482: Houlihan Lokey CEO Scott Adelson on Markets, M&A, and Building a Global Powerhouse Episode 483: W&T Offshore CEO Tracy Krohn on Steering Oil and Gas Exploration Through Industry Transformation
Artificial intelligence is reshaping industries by unlocking insights hidden within massive amounts of unstructured data. With powerful tools like vector databases and enterprise platforms, AI is driving breakthroughs across healthcare, finance, and entertainment. Pinecone founder Edo Liberty and HumanX founder Stefan Weitz have been at the forefront of this transformation. They join the Inside the ICE House podcast for breakfast on the balcony above the NYSE trading floor to share their journeys, explore the problems they're solving, and discuss how AI is accelerating innovation and redefining the future.
The offshore oil and gas industry fuels progress by unlocking hidden energy reserves deep beneath the ocean's surface. With advanced technology, it thrives in some of the world's harshest environments to power industries, transportation, and daily life. W&T Offshore has been a leader in this space for more than four decades. Tracy Krohn, who founded the company in 1983 and still leads it to this day, goes Inside the ICE House to discuss W&T Offshore's journey, its focus on efficiency, sustainability, and safety, and the future of offshore energy.
On Minnesota Now, we play music every day. When we broadcast from the State Fair, that music is live!Dylan Salfer is a blues guitarist who grew up in River Falls, Wisconsin and now lives in the Twin Cities. You may have seen him around town at Art-a-Whirl, Icehouse, or other local gigs. He and his band are busy recording their debut album. Salfer joins MPR News host Nina Moini from the fair to talk about his music and plays two songs, “Crooked Hand” and “I'll Be Gone.”
The M&A landscape has rebounded in 2025, driven by stable interest rates, improved market conditions, and rising CEO confidence. Strategic buyers are fueling the surge, targeting deals that boost growth, expand capabilities, and enhance competitive positioning. Houlihan Lokey has emerged as the global leader in M&A volume. Just over a year into his role, CEO Scott Adelson is proving that steady leadership and deep institutional expertise drive results. He goes Inside the ICE House to detail how, under his guidance, the firm is expanding globally, strengthening industry verticals, and sharpening its focus on long-term value creation.
In a new collaboration between the Inside the ICE House Podcast and Opening Bell Daily, Phil Rosen joins to break down the hottest market headlines and the forces moving Wall Street. He unpacks the growing buzz around potential Fed rate cuts, exploring how shifts in monetary policy could ripple across sectors and reshape investor sentiment. Phil also spotlights the surge in AI spending among the tech giants powering the Magnificent 7, explaining why these investments could define the next chapter of market growth.
Get More LVWITHLOVE Content at LVwithLOVE.com What started as three filmmakers meeting at a Wegmans café has grown into one of the Lehigh Valley's most collaborative creative communities. In this episode, George talks with Dawn Daignault, Michael Sheridan, and Vince Stahl, the founders of Route 22 Filmworks — a grassroots filmmaking group that now boasts more than 200 members and an annual film festival at Bethlehem's Ice House. We discuss the group's origins, how they've built a space where newcomers and seasoned pros collaborate on no-budget films, and why their festival focuses on showcasing local talent. They also share behind-the-scenes stories, the unique challenges of keeping films under 20 minutes, and why they believe the Valley's indie film scene is thriving. Learn more: Route 22 Filmworks → http://route22filmworks.com/ All episodes → www.lvwithlove.com Watch Episode: https://youtu.be/hbiRvFFAneQ?si=noUjK-WpNWLt8uLe Thank you to our Partners! WDIY 88.1 FM Wind Creek Event Center Michael Bernadyn of RE/MAX Real Estate Molly’s Irish Grille & Sports Pub Banko Beverage Company
Structural heart innovation is rewriting the future of cardiovascular care—delivering faster recoveries, better outcomes, and a new standard of precision through less invasive procedures. Breakthroughs in imaging, smarter device design, and real-time data are empowering doctors to tackle even the most complex heart conditions with unmatched accuracy. Leading this heart-health revolution is Edwards Lifesciences, a global pioneer changing the way the world treats cardiovascular disease. CEO Bernard Zovighian goes Inside the ICE House to discuss how, under his leadership, the company is breaking boundaries and saving lives - pne innovation at a time.
Elanco is transforming pet health with powerful medicines that protect, prevent, and heal. Their innovations help pets live longer, healthier, and happier lives. As a global leader in animal health, Elanco delivers high-quality care at every stage—from puppyhood to senior years. At the helm is CEO Jeff Simmons, a 30-year Elanco veteran who's driving bold innovation and industry leadership. He goes Inside the ICE House to discuss how the company isn't just protecting pets, but allowing them to thrive.
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In July, Inside the ICE House aired nine new episodes, three traditional episodes, and six encompassing the newest themed weeks of AI leadership and Marketing. AI Leadership Series: AI Trailblazers' Greg Kahn on AI Leadership, Integrity, & the Technology's Evolution AI Leadership Series: Credo AI Founder & CEO Navrina Singh on AI Governance, Responsibility, & Accessibility AI Leadership Series: WRITER CSO Kevin Chung on the AI Revolution Driving Enterprise Reinvention Episode 477: Sysdig CEO Bill Welch on Cloud Defense & the Next-Gen of Cyber Security Episode 478: KPMG's Shari Mager on the IPO Process & State of the IPO Landscape Episode 479: Citadel Securities President Jim Esposito on Market Making & the Future of Finance Marketing Series: Campaign's Luz Corona on Marketing Trends, AI's Influence & the Creator Economy Marketing Series: Awoye Capital's Jordan Awoye on Money, Marketing & Redefining Financial Influence Marketing Series: Deep Blue Sports CEO Laura Correnti on the Power Surge in Women's Sports Marketing
Women's sports are experiencing a surge in popularity, breaking barriers and transforming both the athletic and marketing worlds. With skyrocketing viewership and deepening fan engagement, female athletes are emerging as influential brand ambassadors. Major companies are embracing this momentum, using authentic storytelling to connect with purpose-driven audiences. Deep Blue Sports & Entertainment, founded in 2023 by CEO Laura Correnti, helps brands turn their investments in women's sports into meaningful business results. She goes Inside the ICE House to discuss how, through data-driven insights and strategic storytelling, Deep Blue is helping build lasting connections between fans and the brands that support the game.
Tim opens the final hour with plans to possibly stake out Encino for some on-the-ground coverage—after all, as a former limo driver, he knows the streets better than most. Then it's pizza talk and SoCal favorites before shifting to pop culture news: George Lucas made a surprise appearance at Comic-Con to announce the long-awaited opening of the LA Lucas Museum. Tim dives into the current value of the Star Wars franchise and gives a shoutout to comedian Heather Brooker, performing live at The Ice House this Friday. The hour turns somber with updates on tragic shootings in Reno, NYC, and Miami, before wrapping up with a look at the MLB's 2025 Hall of Fame inductees—how many do you recognize?
Marketing has become a central force in wealth management, transforming how firms grow and connect with clients. As demands for personalization and transparency rise, advisors are evolving into storytellers and trusted brand-builders. Today's top financial professionals aren't just managing portfolios—they're managing their presence across digital platforms. Jordan Awoye, Founder and Managing Partner of Awoye Capital, is leading this shift by blending financial expertise with strategic marketing. He goes Inside the ICE House to share how the industry is leveraging marketing to build deeper relationships and drive long-term growth.
The Cannes Lions Festival of Creativity is more than an awards show—it's the global epicenter of marketing's future. It showcases groundbreaking ideas, emerging technologies like generative AI, and cultural movements reshaping the industry. Luz Corona, editor at Campaign US, attended the festival and captured its most impactful insights and brand moments. She goes Inside the ICE House to share how the next chapter of marketing is unfolding in real time.
Financial markets have transformed dramatically, shifting from noisy trading floors to lightning-fast, technologically-driven platforms. At the March 2024 FIA conference, Citadel founder Ken Griffin discussed company growth in an episode of Inside the ICE House. Following that, Citadel Securities appointed Jim Esposito—former Goldman Sachs executive with nearly 30 years of experience—as its new President. Nearing a year into his tenure with Citadel Securities, Jim goes Inside the ICE House to discuss what differentiates the firm, it's role in helping maintain efficient and orderly markets, and how he, CEO Peng Zhao and Founder Ken Griffin are plotting its future.
Going public is a transformational step for companies—not just financially, but strategically. It unlocks access to capital, attracts new investors, and accelerates growth. But it takes more than excitement; companies need strong financials, regulatory readiness, and a compelling narrative. In June, KPMG hosted an IPO Bootcamp at the NYSE to help executives prepare for this journey. Shari Mager, KPMG's U.S. Capital Markets Readiness Leader, goes Inside the ICE House to share key insights on navigating the IPO process.
Cloud security is undergoing a major transformation as threats become more complex and automated. Generative AI is helping teams cut through noise, automate tasks, and respond to risks faster. Sysdig, led by CEO Bill Welch, is at the forefront of this shift—empowering security teams with real-time insights and accelerating global growth. He goes Inside the ICE House to discuss company growth and the tools the his team is equipping CISOs with to fight growing threats.
Artificial intelligence is fundamentally transforming the modern workplace, reshaping industries and redefining how we work. It's streamlining operations, enhancing decision-making, and accelerating innovation across every sector. Leading this shift is Writer, a company enabling enterprises to build custom AI agents that automate complex tasks. Kevin Chung, Writer's Chief Strategy Officer and the final guest in our special three-part AI series, goes Inside the ICE House to share how the company is driving enterprise-wide transformation.
AI is reshaping the world at an unprecedented pace—but without responsible practices, it risks deepening bias, eroding public trust, and causing real-world harm. Building responsible AI means creating systems that are not only powerful, but also fair, transparent, and rooted in human values. Navrina Singh, Founder & CEO of Credo AI, goes Inside the ICE House to share how her company is leading a trust renaissance by embedding governance directly into the AI development lifecycle.
Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping industries with remarkable speed and impact. Inside the ICE House is celebrating its first-ever AI Week with a three-part podcast series highlighting leaders at the forefront of this transformation. Kicking off the series is Greg Kahn, CEO of GK Digital Ventures and Co-Founder of AI Trailblazers. Greg goes Inside the ICE House to discuss how he is fostering a collaborative AI ecosystem by connecting innovators, executives, and policymakers.
This week we watched a not-so-classic Hollywood dance film called Honey, starring Jessica Alba as a dance teacher with dreams of being in a music video. Tune in next week when our movie will be... Street Fighter (1994)-----Go see Matt Lieb at the Ice House in Pasadena on July 5th. Buy tickets here!Jordan Morris will be GalaxyCon in New Orleans July 11-13. Also Jordan will be at San Diego Comic Con! More details on that coming soon!Listen to our latest bonus episode where we talk about the pilot to the Pride and Prejudice miniseries. www.Maximumfun.org/join
In June, Inside the ICE House aired four new episodes covering a diverse range of topics include corporate philanthropy, training skilled workers, trucking and logistics, and the podcast's newest partner. Episode 473: Jake Wood, Founder & CEO of Groundswell, on Fostering a New Era of Generosity Episode 474: UTI CEO Jerome Grant on Turning Passions into High-Impact Careers Episode 475: Schneider CEO Mark Rourke on 90 Years of Legacy & Leading the Road Ahead Episode 476: C-Suite Network's Jeffrey Hayzlett Powers Content & Partners with the ICE House Podcast