Podcasts about James Vincent

Body Language - How to Control the Room Without Saying a Word | Mark Bowden Most business owners dread meetings. They run too long, people zone out, and nothing gets done. Mark Bowden knows the problem isn't the meeting itself - it's that nobody is actually listening. In this episode of the ActionCOACH podcast, host James Vincent sits down with Mark to reveal the precise techniques that transform chaotic gatherings into focused, productive sessions where everyone leaves knowing exactly what to do next.Mark Bowden is a body language and communication expert who has spent decades teaching leaders how to command attention without dominating the room. His approach isn't about reading minds or manipulating people. It's about creating the conditions where genuine listening happens, confusion evaporates, and action becomes inevitable.His secret? Take your own pulse before you try to read the room.What You'll Learn:The Anatomy of a Terrible Meeting: Discover why meetings fail when people leave confused, inactive, and unwilling to meet again due to poor listening.Reverse Engineering Great Meetings: Learn the three hallmarks of meetings that work: people feel understood, they know exactly what happens next, and they're genuinely motivated for the next step.Opening With Genuine Welcome: Understand why the first 30 seconds determine everything, including a detailed roleplay of opening a cashflow meeting.Cognitive Versus Emotional Empathy: Explore the critical difference between understanding what someone is thinking versus what they're feeling, and why cognitive empathy often supports clearer business thinking.Outcome Over Agenda: Stop boring people with tedious agenda lists and clarify the desired outcome in plain language instead.Reading the Room Starts With You: Master the technique of taking your own pulse before attempting to interpret a chaotic room and leading body language rather than reactively reading it.Using Check-Ins to Surface Value: Learn how frequent, strategic check-ins maintain focus and reveal what participants actually value without turning them into interrogations.Inviting People to Name Their Blockers: Discover the power of asking directly what might prevent someone from contributing fully and surface fears that would otherwise sabotage the meeting.Allowing Conflict Without Suppression: Understand why conflict is useful and should be welcomed, with specific techniques for managing dominant speakers using clear, named interruptions.Closing With Clear Actions: Master the structured wrap-up that extracts key takeaways, identifies next actions, and determines what support people need.Key Quotes:"A terrible meeting is one where people leave confused, inactive, and unwilling to meet again.""Take your own pulse before you try to read the room.""Lead body language rather than read it. You set the tone.""Conflict is useful. Don't suppress it. Manage it instead."Mark Bowden's Background:Mark Bowden is a globally recognised expert in body language, communication, and human behaviour. He has trained leaders across industries on how to command presence, build trust, and facilitate productive conversations without relying on dominance or manipulation.Action Steps:If You Haven't Started: Before your next meeting, write down the single outcome you want. Then craft a 30-second opening that welcomes people genuinely and states that outcome in plain language.If You're Already Running Meetings: Implement the pulse check technique. Before you walk into the room, take 10 seconds to notice your own breathing and physical state, then lead the energy you want to see.For Everyone: Add three check-in moments to your next meeting. Ask "What's valuable here?" or "What might block your contribution?" When someone dominates, use their name and a clear interruption: "John, I'm going to pause you there so we can hear from others." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Usually we're convincing you to buy into products and trends, but this week we're doing things a bit differently - deinfluencing you on the things you DON'T actually need in your beauty routine. From multi-step skin routines to snapping up the latest viral product and buying every single shade of a blush from the same brand, here's the reality check you may need to save your sanity (and some dollars).Also in this ep: the James Vincent foundation tip put to the test, derm advice for what to do in each decade to help slow ageing, and our MVPs for the week - a true brown tubing mascara and the express face tan that delivers.Links below, as promisedMVPsLoving Tan 2 HR Express Face Tanning SerumTower 28 MakeWaves Lengthening + Volumizing MascaraListen: Why Is The Ordinary So Cheap?*We use some affiliate links here and we may earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase. Thanks for your support!Credits:Your hosts & producers: Carli Alman & Bettina Tyrrell.Follow us on Instagram: @thatbeautypodcastFollow us on Tiktok: @thatbeautypodcastJoin us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/260952718436828/

Makeup not looking the way you want or expect? In this episode, industry legend James Vincent breaks down the how of makeup - from foundation and concealer application to the brush tools you actually  need, how to apply cream products, and the simple pro tweaks that make all the difference.Also in this ep: WWD's  top 100 beauty products of all time - the usual suspects, the surprises and the products we were pleased to see. Plus, our MVPs, including the shampoo bar that might change your mind about shampoo bars, and the gel cleanser even sensitive and dry skin will love.Links below!Read: The 2026 Greatest Beauty Products of All TimeMVPs⁠Cooki Ginger Shampoo BarGo-To Juicy Gel CleanserJames VincentFollow James: @jvincentmakeup*We use some affiliate links here and we may earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase. Thanks for your support!Credits:Your hosts & producers: Carli Alman & Bettina Tyrrell.Thanks to our guest, James VincentFollow us on Instagram: @thatbeautypodcastFollow us on Tiktok: @thatbeautypodcastJoin us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/260952718436828/

Confidence Is Everywhere, But Most People Look for It in the Wrong Place Most people chase confidence as if it were something they need to earn or discover. James Vincent knows better. In this episode, Neil Martin explores James's book *The Infinite Edge* and reveals why confidence isn't something you find; it's something you take.This discussion dives deep into how to be more confident, emphasising that confidence is readily available and waiting to be embraced. James highlights the crucial role of performance analysis in both sports and business, emphasising its importance in achieving results. The conversation offers powerful strategies for self-improvement, guiding you toward significant personal growth and better business strategy.James built himself from a nine-year-old badminton player to world number 49 by age 21. His journey taught him that world-class performance comes from ruthless focus on 2-3 key skills, deliberate repetition with feedback, and building yourself from the inside out. Now he's distilled these lessons into a framework anyone can use.What You'll Learn:The Serial Winner Mindset: What separates someone who achieves one goal from someone who wins across every area of life.Why Focus Beats Hours: How James's decision to focus on just three skills-coaching, leadership, and public speaking gave him a shot at becoming world-class.The 20-Second Confidence Loop: Master the L-O-O-P technique: Let go of doubt, Open your mind to belief, Own that belief, and Plant it in your heart.The Hidden Sources of Confidence: Why every promise you keep to yourself builds seismic levels of self-belief, and how authenticity creates unshakeable confidence.Sport's Massive Advantage Over Business: Why analysing performance in sport is standard, whilst analysing performance in business barely exists, and how recording your meetings can transform results.The Leadership Philosophy That Changes Everything: How James's shift from "if you win, I win" to "when I win, you win" was subtle in words but seismic in impact.Key Quotes:"If you want more confidence, first of all, you gotta realise confidence is everywhere. It is literally all over the place. It's waiting for you to take it.""Don't think about the hours, think about the focus, because if you try and get good at several different things, you'd be average. But if you focus on the two or three technical things in your area of life, then you can become world-class.""Every promise you keep to yourself, oh, that is seismic levels of confidence.""The willingness to do whatever it takes. Just take note of that point right now, folks listening. That is confidence."James Vincent's Background:James Vincent is a performance coach and author of *The Infinite Edge: Six Inner Forces to Be a Serial Winner*. He represented England in badminton, reaching world number 49 by age 21-22. James has coached athletes to the Olympics and worked with business leaders across multiple sectors.Action Steps:If You're Struggling with Confidence: Start the confidence loop right now. Identify one doubt, physically turn your hand over and let it go, open your mind to one belief about what's possible, grab that belief and own it, then plant it in your heart.If You Want to Become World-Class: Stop trying to be good at everything. Identify the 2-3 technical skills that matter most in your field and commit to focusing exclusively on those for the next year.If You Lead a Team: Record your next company-wide communication or sales meeting. Watch it back and analyse it through the lens of "what can I do for little improvements?"For Everyone: Start keeping promises to yourself. Every single one. Watch what happens to your confidence when you do what you say you'll do, even in small things.Subscribe to the ActionCOACH podcast for weekly insights on business growth, leadership, and performance.This episode is sponsored by Canva:Learn more at: https://www.canva.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paris Marx is joined by James Vincent to discuss why we're seeing humanoid robots everywhere, the motivations to pursue an all-purpose robot, how close we are to achieving that goal, and the social implications if we were to achieve it.James Vincent is a UK-based journalist and author of Beyond Measure: The Hidden History of Measurement from Cubits to Quantum Constants.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Paris Marx is joined by James Vincent to discuss why we're seeing humanoid robots everywhere, the motivations to pursue an all-purpose robot, how close we are to achieving that goal, and the social implications if we were to achieve it. James Vincent is a UK-based journalist and author of Beyond Measure: The Hidden History of Measurement from Cubits to Quantum Constants. Tech Won't Save Us offers a critical perspective on tech, its worldview, and wider society with the goal of inspiring people to demand better tech and a better world. Support the show on Patreon. The podcast is made in partnership with The Nation. Production is by Kyla Hewson. Also mentioned in this episode: James wrote about what kicking robots can tell us about the state of modern robotics Rodney Brooks makes a case for the difficulty in teaching robots human dexterity Here is an in-depth look at what Agility Robotics has been working on Shout-out to the 2008 movie Sleep Dealer Japanese convenience stores are using robots run by offshore operators This is what a toilet cleaning robot looks like

Loneliness - The Hidden Epidemic Destroying Remote Workers | Thomas Power on Loneliness, Community, and the Work From Home CrisisThe work-from-home revolution promised freedom but delivered an epidemic of isolation. In this ActionCOACH podcast episode, host James Vincent sits down with Thomas Power, who confronts the uncomfortable truth about loneliness in 2026 and reveals why your digital connections might be making you lonelier than ever.Drawing on Blue Zones research, Jay Shetty's strategies, and decades of experience fostering genuine connection, Thomas exposes the paradox of modern work culture: we're more connected than ever, yet more isolated than any generation before us.What You'll Learn:The True Cost of Remote Work: Why the work-from-home generation faces unprecedented loneliness despite having more digital tools than ever, and why Zoom calls can't replace in-person interaction.The Blue Zones Secret: How the world's longest-living communities maintain deep social bonds and the specific practices that create genuine belonging and extend lifespan.Why Technology Increases Isolation: The paradox of digital connectivity and how social media deepens isolation whilst creating the illusion of connection.The CSC vs ORS Framework: Two contrasting approaches to community building-Closed, Selective, and Controlling versus Open, Random, and Supportive-and which creates lasting communities.Jay Shetty's Blueprint: How Jay Shetty transformed from monk to influential community builder and the content creation principles that turn audiences into communities.The University of YouTube: Why YouTube has become the world's most powerful educational platform for building communities that rival traditional institutions.Three-Step Community Creation: The exact framework for building authentic communities through aggregation, making wisdom viral, and fostering genuine belonging.Leadership's Role: Why leaders must address the loneliness epidemic and practical strategies for creating workplace cultures that prioritise human connection.Subscribe to the ActionCOACH podcast for more insights on building businesses and lives that truly matter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2026 is just beginning, and it's already time for the biggest gadget event of the year. As the Verge team heads to Las Vegas for the Consumer Electronics Show, David and Nilay run through as many of the newly announced products as they can. There are robots, art TVs, phones, more robots, smart Legos, smart home gizmos, and still more robots. Some of this stuff will ship, and might even be a big hit. Some of it, well, won't. But it's all an interesting look into what's happening in tech right now.Also: if you're in Vegas for CES, come see us live! We'll be at the Brooklyn Bowl on Wednesday, January 7th, for live recordings of Decoder and The Vergecast, and we'd love to see you there. Further reading: ⁠This robot companion is a cameraman for your pet ⁠ ⁠LG says its CLOiD home robot will be folding laundry and making breakfast at CES ⁠ ⁠SwitchBot brings a humanoid home robot to CES ⁠ ⁠You can't buy Zeroth's WALL-E robot in the US, but you can get its cousin ⁠ ⁠This startup brought WALL-E to life and will also sell you WALL-E's weird cousin⁠ ⁠Kicking Robots, by James Vincent⁠ ⁠The Clicks Power Keyboard is also a backup battery for your phone ⁠ ⁠The Clicks Communicator is a BlackBerry for your phone ⁠ ⁠I just want to keep unfolding the Samsung Z TriFold ⁠ ⁠The Aliro smart lock standard for NFC and UWB unlocking will launch this year ⁠ ⁠Lutron adds smart wood blinds to its Caséta line. ⁠ ⁠Bosch's fancy coffee machine is getting Alexa Plus ⁠ ⁠The new Ultraloq smart lock uses both your face and your palm to let you in ⁠ ⁠Lockin's new vein-scanning smart lock has a video doorbell and recharges wirelessly ⁠ ⁠Hands-on with the Mui Board: a wooden smart home controller ⁠ ⁠The Mui Board will support mmWave sleep tracking and gesture control ⁠ ⁠You can unlock SwitchBot's first deadbolt smart lock with your face ⁠ ⁠Lifx launches a smart mirror and a $30 dimmer switch that can control smart bulbs ⁠ ⁠Lockly's new smart locks will support Matter and NFC ⁠ ⁠GE Lighting's new Matter-compatible smart shades start at just $300 ⁠ ⁠The LG OLED evo W6 Wallpaper TV makes its return at CES ⁠ ⁠RGB is the next big thing in OLED gaming monitors ⁠ ⁠Belkin's new HDMI adapter wirelessly connects to screens from 130 feet ⁠ ⁠LG's new Gallery TV, designed for displaying art, will be at CES 2026 ⁠ ⁠Samsung brings back the Timeless Frame with its biggest Micro RGB TV at CES. ⁠ ⁠TCL debuts a new quantum dot and color filter technology with the X11L ⁠ ⁠Gemini on Google TV is getting Nano Banana and voice-controlled settings ⁠ ⁠Amazon announces a Samsung Frame competitor with the Ember Artline TV ⁠ ⁠Amazon Fire TV OS gets a revamp that's more modern and pleasing ⁠ ⁠LG's new karaoke-ready party speaker uses AI to remove song vocals ⁠ ⁠Would you let AI cut your hair? ⁠ ⁠A developer for a ‘major food delivery app' says the ‘algorithms are rigged against you⁠ ⁠Lego announces Smart Brick, the ‘most significant evolution' in 50 years | The Verge⁠ ⁠Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella is now blogging about AI slop ⁠ ⁠“Feed is dead.” ⁠ ⁠Adam Mosseri on how Instagram exists in the age of AI-generated images⁠ ⁠The Trump phone just missed another release date ⁠ Subscribe to The Verge for unlimited access to theverge.com, subscriber-exclusive newsletters, and our ad-free podcast feed.We love hearing from you! Email your questions and thoughts to vergecast@theverge.com or call us at 866-VERGE11. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Videos of humanoid robots dancing, doing cartwheels, putting clothes in a washing machine, and serving drinks are all over social media. And tech CEOs are telling us to prepare for the forthcoming humanoid army that's going to totally change our lives for the better.But what's real? Where are we with this technology? Are these humanoids robots ready to take washing the dishes off our plates, or work beside us in warehouses?Tech journalist James Vincent became an expert on the subject when he toured humanoid robot factories and rubbed shoulders with robots themselves for a feature story he wrote for Harper's Magazine. He joins Host Flora Lichtman with perspective on the hype.Guest: James Vincent is a journalist who's written for The Verge and The Guardian, and author of the book Beyond Measure: The Hidden History of Measurement. Transcripts for each episode are available within 1-3 days at sciencefriday.com.  Subscribe to this podcast. Plus, to stay updated on all things science, sign up for Science Friday's newsletters.

For so long a fixture of public debate in the US, the software company Palantir is now increasingly being talked about here in Britain.In September the UK government announced a £1.5bn investment by Palantir in the military. It already has contracts with the police and the NHS. So, should we be worried?Tanjil Rashid is joined by journalist James Vincent.LISTEN AD-FREE:

Why Your Marketing Strategy Isn't About You - Lessons from Neil MartinIn this episode of the Business Growth Podcast, powered by ActionCOACH UK, host James Vincent speaks with Neil Martin, Director of Marketing & Edutainment at ActionCOACH UK, a multi-award-winning coach and author of Done Beats Perfect.This is more than a conversation about marketing. It's a deep dive into why most strategies fail, what really drives results, and how personal resilience shapes professional success. Neil opens up about his early life, the impact of losing his father, and the lessons he learned about building businesses that can survive without depending on a single person.Alongside his personal story, Neil shares practical marketing strategies that every business owner can use today. From understanding attention spans to balancing creativity and analytics to building campaigns that connect through story, this episode is packed with insights you can put into action.Key Insights from Neil MartinOn attention:“Attention spans are shorter now than they've ever been. If you've got 4 million views and only 12 of them are your ideal customers, are those 4 million views worth anything other than vanity?”On marketing as strategy, not chance:“Marketing is like going to the casino, only this time the odds are stacked in your favour. But until you place your bet, you can't win.”On storytelling:“The best presentations are built of two things: frameworks and stories. Frameworks give the structure, and stories fill in the gaps.”On edutainment:“All business needs some show business. People don't just buy products; they buy emotions. Education through entertainment makes your message unforgettable.”On ego in communication:“If you make it about you and making yourself look good, it disconnects. Ego doesn't connect. Confidence attracts, arrogance repels.”On resilience and growth:“My life has been both a warning and an example. Every morning, I remind myself, I want to live today as an example.”On marketing's true purpose:“The purpose of marketing isn't to sell. The purpose of marketing is to start the conversation. Sales is what sells—but you can't sell to someone if they're not talking to you.”Why You Should WatchThis is more than marketing theory. Neil's journey—from being made homeless at 18 after his father's business collapsed, to later losing his dad at just 56, to becoming a successful entrepreneur and coach—shapes the way he sees business.He reminds us that:- Businesses too often depend on one person, and when that person goes, so does the business.- Real marketing success isn't about vanity metrics; it's about connecting with your customer.- The line between confidence and arrogance is intention, and people feel the difference.- Success doesn't guarantee happiness; you have to choose happiness along the way.As Neil puts it:“The hardest lesson I've had to learn is that it's not about me.”

Join James Vincent on The $100M Entrepreneur Podcast as he interviews Brad Sugars, founder of Action Coach, on building a salable business, a profitable enterprise that runs independently. Brad breaks down his ABOS system, a 31-year-old framework with 6 levels: mastery, profitability, management, systems, team leadership, and exponential growth. Discover practical strategies, like the "5 Ways" formula, to boost profits, systemize for scale, and plan a successful exit. A must-listen for entrepreneurs and business owners looking to create lasting value. About Brad SugarsInternationally known as one of the most influential entrepreneurs, Brad Sugars is a bestselling author, keynote speaker, and the #1 business coach in the world. Over the course of his 30-year career as an entrepreneur, Brad has become the CEO of 9+ companies and is the owner of the multimillion-dollar franchise ActionCOACH®. As a husband and father of five, Brad is equally as passionate about his family as he is about business. That's why, Brad is a strong advocate for building a business that works without you – so you can spend more time doing what really matters to you. Over the years of starting, scaling and selling many businesses, Brad has earned his fair share of scars. Being an entrepreneur is not an easy road. But if you can learn from those who have gone before you, it becomes a lot easier than going at it alone.Please click here to learn more about Brad Sugars: https://bradsugars.com/Learn the Fundamentals of Success for free:The Big Success Starter: https://results.bradsugars.com/thebigsuccess-starter

From Dopamine Overload to Mental Clarity: A Neuroscientist's GuideIn this episode of the Business Growth Podcast, powered by Action Coach UK, James Vincent welcomes TJ Power, a 28-year-old neuroscientist, speaker, and founder of Dose Lab.TJ opens up about dopamine overload, the hidden cost of constant phone use, and why balancing your brain's four key chemicals - dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin, and endorphins is essential for clarity, productivity, and happiness.He shares the science behind addictive behaviours, explains why modern life leaves us mentally drained, and gives practical daily challenges you can use to reclaim your mind.As TJ puts it:“We live in a world that is hijacking our dopamine system… if you don't understand how it works, you'll spend your life chasing quick hits and feeling empty afterwards.”What you'll learn in this episode:Why your smartphone and social feeds are designed to keep you hooked.The evolutionary mismatch between modern technology and human biology.How oxytocin creates real human connection and why likes and comments can't replace it.Simple changes to boost serotonin naturally, including gut health and diet.The role of endorphins and why effortful activities matter more than quick wins.How the Dose 30-Day Challenge can reset your brain chemistry in less than a month.TJ doesn't just share theory, he gives you tools. From gut-friendly food swaps to a 24-hour processed food challenge, to adding movement and connection back into your daily life.“The point isn't to remove dopamine. It's to choose your dopamine… the stuff that's harder but makes life more fulfilling.”

Personal Branding and Finding Your FLOW with Hannah Power - From Rock Bottom to Purpose-Driven Business: What does it really take to build a personal brand that isn't about likes or followers—but about purpose, impact, and flow?In episode #131 of the ActionCOACH Business Growth Podcast, host James Vincent sits down with Hannah Power, personal brand coach, speaker, and author of The Power of You. Hannah reveals how to balance purpose and profit, shift into flow state, and consciously create the truest version of yourself.From overcoming trauma and addiction to building a thriving business, Hannah shares her personal story with raw honesty. She explains her Dreamer, Achiever, Performer framework, showing entrepreneurs how to step into performer mode—the place of alignment, balance, and flow where “everything feels like magic.”“Personal branding is the conscious creation of your best self and the sharing of that with the world. It's not a LinkedIn profile—it's much, much bigger than that.” – Hannah Power.This episode is more than business—it's about resilience, courage, and the power of turning pain into purpose. Hannah speaks openly about her darkest moments and how therapy, personal development, and faith gave her the perseverance to keep moving forward.“It is not the breaking of you, it is the making of you… If you can overcome having that level of power taken away from you, you can ping your way up to the top of empowerment.” – Hannah Power.Expect practical tools and deep insight on personal branding, flow, and modern entrepreneurship:What you'll learn in this episode• How to shift from dreamer or achiever mode into performer mode and live in flow• Why purpose and profit must go hand in hand for true success• How to use affirmations and memory training to reprogram your thinking• The role of therapy, resilience, and faith in overcoming trauma• Why personal branding is personal development “on steroids”• How authenticity and entertainment beat perfection in today's digital worldHannah also discusses:The importance of resilience and perseverance in businessWhy fun and playfulness matter in marketing todayHow to stop caring what others think and step into who you truly areIf you've ever struggled with self-doubt, shame, or fear of being judged, this conversation will inspire you to see those struggles as the making of you—not the breaking.This is a must-watch for entrepreneurs, coaches, creators, and leaders who want to succeed without losing themselves.Sponsored by Trustist Customer Reviews – helping your business stand out in Google search.

Why Your Business Needs To Be Irresistible with Daniel Priestley | Business Growth PodcastIn this episode of the Business Growth Podcast, host James Vincent sits down with bestselling author, entrepreneur, and thought leader Daniel Priestley at Sky Studios. Daniel has built, scaled, and sold companies across the world, and his books Key Person of Influence, Oversubscribed, and Entrepreneur Revolution have influenced thousands of entrepreneurs.This isn't theory, it's real-world experience. Daniel shares why many business owners work harder than ever yet earn less, and how rethinking productivity, branding, and team structures can change everything.“People don't buy what you do. They buy the assessment that shows them the path of least resistance from where they are to where they want to be.” — Daniel PriestleyWhat You'll Discover in This Episode- Why fun is a biological signal of productivity and how teams can use it to unlock creativity.- How personal branding has become 20x more powerful than company branding in today's market.- Why scorecard marketing is the next big thing (and how to use it in both sales and recruitment).- The difference between teams and talent—and why high-performance companies are built around a small group of extraordinary people.- How AI has already changed recruitment and business models—and why every business must adapt or risk being left behind.- The simple frameworks for scaling: the 2-person scout team, 4-person firestarter team, 8-person core team, and 30-person performance team.- Why finding unmet needs in your market can unlock explosive growth.- Why live events, from private dinners to webinars, still outperform pre-recorded content in building trust and authority.Highlights from the ConversationDaniel explains why the old “work harder” mantra doesn't work anymore:“Productivity isn't coming from labour. It's coming from insights, technology, and connecting the dots. If you're only working hard, you're not even playing the right game.”On building a personal brand:“For 10 years I built other people's brands. Then I realised the future belongs to those who step into the spotlight. You need to be a key person of influence in your industry if you want to attract real talent.”On AI disruption:“The business you had in 2025 is dead. You must reinvent around AI—speed to value is everything now.”On scorecard marketing:“Don't sell the treatment plan. Sell the assessment first. Doctors don't start with surgery—they start with the scan. Businesses should too.”On scaling with small teams:“An 8-person team today can do what used to take hundreds. With the right leverage and tech, small groups can create seven figures in profit.”On unmet needs:“Touch the raw nerve and you can have one year that pays for the whole decade. Most businesses exist, but the ones that explode are the ones solving a problem no one else has cracked.”

Struggling to get leads or close deals over the phone? You're not alone — and you're not out of options.In this episode, James Vincent is joined by Anthony Stears, known globally as The Telephone Assassin. With 25+ years of front-line sales experience and millions of dials under his belt, Anthony shares proven, practical techniques to transform the way you sell — without sounding pushy or fake.You'll learn how to:- Overcome the fear of cold calling- Build instant rapport with prospects- Open more conversations (and keep them going)- Use permission-led language to lower resistance- Follow up with confidence and clarity- Turn every dial into a meaningful interactionWhether you're an SDR, sales leader, or business owner looking to generate more qualified leads and close more deals, this is your step-by-step guide to using your phone as your most powerful sales tool.

In March 1939, James Murphy, a Cork man, became a wanted figure in Nazi Germany. As Europe hurtled towards war, Murphy published an unedited English translation of Hitler's notorious book, Mein Kampf, which revealed Hitler's long-held intentions to invade Eastern Europe. However, Murphy's story is complicated. Often presented as an opponent of the Nazis, he had also, for a time, worked in the Third Reich.The full story behind the translation is intriguing. It reveals how Murphy was manipulated by a secret anti-Nazi group known as the Red Orchestra. It also explores why Murphy, who was aware of many of the darker aspects of the Nazi regime, did not draw attention to them.Sound: Kate DunleaAdditional Narrations: Aidan CroweSupport the show and get an ad-free version of the episode at Patreon.com/irishpodcast.Selected Sources: Maume P. Murphy, James Vincent, Dictionary of Irish Biography https://www.dib.ie/biography/murphy-james-vincent-a6080Barnes, J. & P. James Vincent Murphy: Translator and Interpreter of Fascist Europe, 1880-1946Evans, R. The Hitler Conspiracies The Third Reich and the Paranoid ImaginationMurphy James: Adolf Hitler; the drama of his career https://archive.org/details/Bellerophon5685_yahoo_AHDC/page/n69/mode/2up?q=JewsMurphy, John Why did my grandfather translate Mein Kampf? https://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-30697262 Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/irishhistory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ready to make this year your best yet? James Vincent, Performance Director at Action Coach, delivers a powerhouse episode packed with 12 game-changing lessons to elevate your life and business. From turning fear into freedom to building unstoppable momentum, this talk is a masterclass in personal growth, leadership, and success.Learn how to break free from comfort zones, set goals that stick, and create a vision so clear it pulls you forward. James shares powerful insights from real-world leaders like Dame Kelly Holmes and Andy Alderson, offering practical steps to delegate effectively, boost profitability, and design a sellable business. This is no fluff—just actionable advice to help you level up.Whether you're looking to improve your mindset, sharpen your skills, or take bold steps toward your dreams, this episode is your blueprint. Don't just survive the year—thrive in it. Watch now and start building the success story you've always wanted.Powered By ActionCOACH Business Coaching: The Help You Need to Grow Your Business: https://business.actioncoach.co.uk/Take Your Business to New Heights: Book Your Spot at the UK's Biggest Business Event to hear from Global Thought Leaders and Industry Pioneers in 2025:https://thebizx.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We live in a culture that has a definite bias towards neatness. But it makes you wonder – is being neat objectively better than being messy? This episode begins by looking at the difference between neat and messy people and whether neatness is all it's cracked up to be. Source: David H. Freeman author of A Perfect Mess (https://amzn.to/3X6IsnK) Think of how much money people spend on skin care – from soaps, creams, moisturizers, and all those other products at the skin care counter. Do they actually do anything? Are the ingredients safe? How do you know which ones to buy? Here to discuss this is dermatologist Dr. Fayne Frey who has been independently testing skin care products for many years. Listen as she reveals which products are absolutely, which ones are a waste of money and how to choose the best products for you? Dr. Frey is author of the book The Skincare Hoax (https://amzn.to/3UGFhkV) . Her website is https://www.fryface.com It seems people like to measure things. We measure everything in inches, pounds, ounces, miles, meters, grams and a million other ways. Measuring things helps us make sense of the world and everything in it. But where did all those different ways of measuring things come from? Here to explain the history and science of measurement is James Vincent, senior reporter for The Verge and author of a book called Beyond Measure: The Hidden History of Measurement from Cubits to Quantum Constants (https://amzn.to/3V1LGaj). You may be able to spot if someone is lying by listening to how they tell a story.One interesting way to tell if someone is lying is to listen to how they tell a story. When people are making things up, they tend to weave the story differently than when someone is recalling a true story. Listen as I explain the difference. http://lifehacker.com/5959543/true-or-false-pay-attention-to-structure-to-tell-if-a-story-is-made-up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of WealthTalk, Christian Rodwell and Kevin Whelan sit down with James Vincent, ActionCoach Performance Director, to uncover the power of coaching in business and wealth-building.Discover how mastering recurring income, leveraging systems, and overcoming entrepreneurial challenges can lead to long-term financial security. James dives into why coaching is a game-changer for entrepreneurs, sharing how learning from mistakes and building a business with scalable systems creates value for both you and potential buyers.Plus, James shares more about the exciting Young Entrepreneur Smart Start programme and ActionCoach's million-pound giveaway, designed to supercharge your business journey.Tune in to learn how smart decisions today can set you up for a successful future!Resources Mentioned In This Episode:>> James Vincent [LinkedIn]>> ActionCoach [Website]>> Enter ActionCoach's £1M business giveaway>> YESS (Young Entrepreneur Smart Start) ProgramNext Steps On Your Wealth Building Journey:>> Join the WealthBuilders Facebook Community>> Schedule a 1:1 call with one of our team>> Become a member of WealthBuildersIf you have been enjoying listening to WealthTalk - Please Leave Us A Review!

Rob Moore is interviewed by James Vincent on the BizX Podcast in this episode. Rob talks about the secrets to success in business and life and deep dives into the mindsets and strategies needed to become a millionaire, retire your parents, and leave a lasting legacy. Rob Reveals: Leverage is the greatest force in success Pain and dissatisfaction can be powerful catalysts for positive change if you face them head-on Having a clear sense of purpose fuels passion, conviction and the ability to persevere The courage to be disliked and face criticism is key to achieving big goals Pay yourself first and learn to make money from banks instead of letting them profit from you Excitement comes from believing each day holds the possibility of something bigger and better Money provides freedom and choices - becoming a millionaire is achievable for anyone willing to learn BEST MOMENTS  "If you don't risk anything, you risk everything." "The fire always comes from underneath. It never comes from above." "Money isn't everything, but everything is better with money." "I know I am meant to help people when it comes to financial education and knowledge and teach them to be self-sufficient and learn to love money." "Excitement is the thought that tomorrow could offer me something bigger and better and different than today." VALUABLE RESOURCES https://robmoore.com/ bit.ly/Robsupporter   https://robmoore.com/podbooks  rob.team Episode Sponsor - AG1 Claim your exclusive offer of AG1 at the link below drinkag1.com/disruptors ABOUT THE HOST Rob Moore is an author of 9 business books, 5 UK bestsellers, holds 3 world records for public speaking, entrepreneur, property investor, and property educator. Author of the global bestseller “Life Leverage” Host of UK's No.1 business podcast “The Disruptive Entrepreneur” “If you don't risk anything, you risk everything”   CONTACT METHOD Rob's official website: https://robmoore.com/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robmooreprogressive/?ref=br_rs LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/robmoore1979   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.disruptive, disruptors, entreprenuer, business, social media, marketing, money, growth, scale, scale up, risk, property: http://www.robmoore.com

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If you thought women's beauty standards were unrealistic before, just wait until you find out about AI porn. Not only do these girlies have cartoonish curves, the faces of young teens, and impossibly long hair… they also have eight fingers on each hand! In this finale episode, Hannah and Maia discuss AI porn, the ways it infringes on bodily autonomy, and its commitment to rendering women's oldest profession obsolete. You'd think we'd have flying cars by this point, but instead we're jerking off to the face of Minnie Mouse algorithmically stitched onto Lana Rhoades. Perhaps humanity is more simple that we thought. Tangents include: Maia's “reply guy” voice, r/doppelbangher, and Hannah fumbling about 15 different analogies. Get a whole month of great cinema FREE: mubi.com/rehash Support us on Patreon and get juicy bonus content: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/rehashpodcast⁠ Intro and outro song by our talented friend Ian Mills: ⁠https://linktr.ee/ianmillsmusic SOURCES: Samantha Cole, How Sex Changed the Internet and the Internet Changed Sex: A History, Workman Publishing Company (2022). Samantha Cole, “Pornhub Is Banning AI-Generated Fake Porn Videos, Says They're Nonconsensual” Vice (2018). Brit Dawson, “Inside the booming AI-generated porn industry” Dazed (2023). Falon Fatemi, “Look What You Made Me Do: Why Deepfake Taylor Swift Matters” Forbes (2024). Carl Öhman, “Introducing the pervert's dilemma: a contribution to the critique of Deepfake Pornography” Ethics and Information Technology (2020). Emine Saner, “Inside the Taylor Swift deepfake scandal: ‘It's men telling a powerful woman to get back in her box'” The Guardian (2024). Kat Tenbarge, “Found through Google, bought with Visa and Mastercard: Inside the deepfake porn economy” NBC (2023). Jess Weatherbed, “Trolls have flooded X with graphic Taylor Swift AI fakes” The Verge (2024). James Vincent, “Stable Diffusion made copying artists and generating porn harder and users are mad” The Verge (2022).

Big thanks to today's sponsors Blissy and Ritual! Blissy - Try now risk-free for 60 nights, at Blissy.com/TRUEBEAUTYPOD and get an additional 30% off. Ritual - Get 25% off your first month for a limited time at ritual.com/TRUEBEAUTY. To learn more about James, please visit him on IG @jvincentmakeup or @themakeupshow.  To learn more about Melissa and The Lip Bar, you can check them out on Instagram @thelipbar and thelipbar.com Send your beauty questions and beauty baddie moments of the week to truebeautypodcast@gmail.com . Follow me on Instagram @thetruebeautypodcast and @thebrownelizabethtaylor Book virtual appointments with me at www.TRUEBEAUTYBROOKLYN.com  And Click here to subscribe to my YouTube Channel Don't forget to rate us 5-stars, subscribe, and leave a review on Apple iTunes. Tell a friend to tell a friend if you like the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Part 2 of Kevin Whelan's interview on James Vincent's Business Excellence podcast. In the episode, Kevin continues sharing the 4 entrepreneurial assets which you can use to generate predictable recurring income as well as the different types of trust which you can use to protect your wealth. Kevin talks about some advanced wealth-building strategies which involve leveraging assets you almost certainly have within your life right now. Resources In This Episode:>> Watch The Video Version Of This Episode>> WT228: Make Money While You Sleep, Or Work Until You Die [Part 1]>> Petition: Make Financial Education Compulsory In All Schools From Primary Age Next Steps On Your Wealth Building Journey:>> Join the WealthBuilders Facebook Community>> Become a member of WealthBuilders If you have been enjoying listening to WealthTalk - Please Leave Us A Review!

Kevin Whelan was recently a guest on James Vincent's Business Excellence podcast, where he discussed the importance of creating wealth that can sustain future generations. This is part 1 of the interview, where Kevin emphasises the need for recurring income and highlights the misconception that owning a business guarantees freedom. He encourages individuals to understand the difference between work income and asset income and to prioritise financial education so that you can build a recurring income that works even when you are not actively working. Resources In This Episode:>> Watch The Video Version Of This Episode>> Watch BizX 2022 Full Presentation>> Petition: Make Financial Education Compulsory In All Schools From Primary Age Next Steps On Your Wealth Building Journey:>> Join the WealthBuilders Facebook Community>> Become a member of WealthBuilders If you have been enjoying listening to WealthTalk - Please Leave Us A Review!

James Vincent talks with his partners at FNDR about lessons learned from this seasons guests on Leaders in Innovation.

James Vincent talks with Euan Blair, co-founder and chief executive of the apprenticeships company Multiverse, about the future of learning.

James Vincent talks with Sara Menker, CEO of Gro Intelligence, about how to prepare for what comes next with climate change and how to fix one of generative AI's biggest flaws.

James Vincent talks with Josh Wolfe, co-founder and managing partner of Lux Capital, about the need for technology to come from companies we trust and the role human nature plays in the application of technology.

Today, I wanted to close out Series 11 with a recap of the wonderful guests we have had on – from Mike Slade and James Vincent who both worked for many years with Steve Jobs, VC James Wise of Balderton Capital, Josh Dahn who set up a school with Elon Musk, pioneering tech entrepreneur Dame Stephanie Shirley, Kindred founder Anna Anderson, Google Developer Advocate Kelsey Hightower and Syreeta Challinger who taught us about the importance of storytelling and how to cope after trauma.That's something us founders don't talk much about… how to cope better, whether it's trauma, which drives so many of us, or the pain of simply building a startup with all the obstacles that comes with it.One action I have found helpful is journaling – and I have just started using Rosebud which makes it easy for anyone to build and maintain an impactful journaling practice.The number one AI-powered journaling app for mental health and personal growth, I have been using Rosebud for a week now and have already found clarity on some sticky situations, partly because instead of just writing my issues down in a physical journal, I am able to tell Rosebud what the issue is and then the app prompts me to go deeper which causes me to reflect more before offering some surprisingly good solutions which have helped me both in my personal and work life.I now do this practice every day – setting my morning intention for the day and then an evening reflection, and I have found it has made me happier and more productive for four simple reasons. 1. I have to set my intentions by typing them into Rosebud at the beginning of the day which helps me to visualise my day – you'll be surprised how useful that can be. 2. It forces me to set my priorities for the day and make them front and centre. 3. It urges me to note what obstacles I have to overcome that day which encourages me not to shy away from them and 4. Rosebud is able to take what I say are my priorities and my obstacles and then offer practical solutions with warm advice – like a friendly therapist guiding me through my day. In fact, due to the speed at which Rosebud responds to my issues with extremely wise and human-like advice, it's hard to believe I don't actually have a human therapist responding to me in real time!Like I said, I am a big fan of Rosebud - I think it's brilliant and I think you will like it too. So, if you want to try it out yourself, click the link here and try it for free.Enjoy!Danielle Twitter / Instagram / Substack Newsletter Original Episodes:Mike SladeDame Stephanie ShirleyJames WiseAnna AndersonJosh DahnSyreeta ChallingerKelsey HightowerJames Vincent 

James Vincent talks with Jason Citron from Discord about safety, togetherness, and how we can use good AI to battle bad AI.

Big thanks to today's sponsor OneSkin! OneSkin is the world's first skin longevity company. OneSkin addresses skin health at the molecular level, targeting the root causes of aging so skin behaves, feels, and appears younger. It's time to get started with your new face, eye, and body routine at a discounted rate today! Get 15% off with the code TRUEBEAUTY at oneskin.co.  That's 15% off oneskin.co with code TRUEBEAUTY. We only have one body, one skin, and only YOU can choose to make it better. Age healthy with OneSkin. To learn more about James, please visit him on IG @jvincentmakeup or @themakeupshow.  To learn more about Melissa and The Lip Bar, you can check them out on Instagram @thelipbar and thelipbar.com Send your beauty questions and beauty baddie moments of the week to truebeautypodcast@gmail.com . Follow me on Instagram @thetruebeautypodcast and @thebrownelizabethtaylor Book virtual appointments with me at www.TRUEBEAUTYBROOKLYN.com  And Click here to subscribe to my YouTube Channel Don't forget to rate us 5-stars, subscribe, and leave a review on Apple iTunes. Tell a friend to tell a friend if you like the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

James Vincent talks to Brian Chesky, co-founder and CEO of Airbnb, at Fast Company's Innovation Festival this past September in New York City. They discuss the future of AI, the need to design good principles, and Chesky's "call to arms' for creative people.

How does the barbaric history of medicine shed light on the future of artificial intelligence? How will computers transform the way doctors think? Will patients benefit from the placebo effect if they're talking to a robot? Adam Rodman M.D. http://bedside-rounds.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamRodmanMD Bedside Rounds https://open.spotify.com/show/6GcbCZtWqmggsH70qlhaUU Books Mentioned: "Beyond Measure," James Vincent https://amzn.to/3L6KboN "Medical Thinking," Lester King https://amzn.to/47ZwiCk "Allegory of the Cave," Plato https://amzn.to/3Z1uJzP "The Decision Tree," Thomas Goetz https://amzn.to/45QiFUn "The Premonition," Michael Lewis https://amzn.to/3PlrqjG "Viruses, Plagues and History," Michael Oldstone https://amzn.to/3PlrqjG #Medicine #BedsideRounds #ArtificialIntelligence Support this show on Patreon and get exclusive EARLY ACCESS and access to a private discord server:  Subscribe to my newsletter Scott Carney Investigates Podcast Books: ⁠The Wedge⁠  ⁠What Doesn't Kill Us⁠ ⁠The Enlightenment Trap⁠ The Vortex The Red Market Social Media: YouTube  Instagram  Facebook    Twitter  Bluesky  ©PokeyBear LLC (2023)

Today on the flagship podcast of transformers (both the movie and the AI thing):  03:46 - The Verge's Victoria Song, Chris Welch, Allison Johnson, and David Pierce discuss using the new features and tools in beta versions of Apple's watchOS 10, tvOS 17, iOS 17, and iPadOS 17.  28:36 - The Verge's James Vincent joins the show to discuss how we should think about using the popular vocabulary terms in AI like GPT, LLM, transformers, hallucinations, etc. Are we using them the right way? Does it matter how we use them?  54:20 - David is joined by The Verge's Ash Parrish and Polygon's Chris Plante to share the video games they are most excited about after a string of announcements from Nintendo, Sony, Microsoft, Ubisoft, Summer Game Fest, and others.  1:25:46 - We answer a question from the Vergecast Hotline Email us at vergecast@theverge.com, or call us at 866-VERGE11, we love hearing from you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

An AI-generated image of Cool Pope in immaculate drip went viral over the weekend and most everyone thought it was real. The Verge's James Vincent explains how we should navigate our new internet reality. This episode was produced by Amanda Lewellyn, edited by Matt Collette, fact-checked by Avishay Artsy and Siona Peterous, engineered by Paul Robert Mounsey, and hosted by Sean Rameswaram.  Transcript at vox.com/todayexplained   Support Today, Explained by making a financial contribution to Vox! bit.ly/givepodcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Verge's Nilay Patel, Alex Cranz, David Pierce, and James Vincent discuss OpenAI announcing GPT-4, the next generation of its AI language model. Further reading: The night sky is always getting faked Samsung responds to fake Moon controversy Samsung's fake Moon photos aren't a giant leap for mobile photography OpenAI announces GPT-4 — the next generation of its AI language model The Bing AI bot has been secretly running GPT-4  OpenAI co-founder on company's past approach to openly sharing research: ‘We were wrong'  What's new with GPT-4 — from processing pictures to acing tests Microsoft Business Chat is like the Bing AI bot but as a personal assistant  Microsoft spent hundreds of millions of dollars on a ChatGPT supercomputer  Google announces AI features in Gmail, Docs, and more to rival Microsoft   Google opens up its AI language model PaLM to challenge OpenAI and GPT-3  Google-backed Anthropic launches Claude, an AI chatbot that's easier to talk to   How Siri, Alexa and Google Assistant Lost the A.I. Race The BlackBerry trailer shows the rise and fall of the keyboard phone Biden administration reportedly demanding that TikTok sell or face a ban T-Mobile is buying Ryan Reynolds' Mint Mobile for up to $1.35 billion Belkin's smart home brand Wemo is backing away from Matter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jimmy Carter has entered hospice care at his home in Plains, Georgia. At 98, Carter is the oldest living former president. WABE's Sam Gringlas joins us to discuss his legacy, particularly in Georgia. Then, Microsoft's new Bing AI chatbot hasn't been heaving as it should. The technology is still in its beta version. James Vincent, senior reporter with The Verge, joins us. And, it's been about a year since Russia invaded Ukraine. We get a view from Russia of the war and find out what Russian elites really think about Vladimir Putin's war from The Washington Post's Catherine Belton.

Today on the flagship podcast of wanting to smooch your laptop: 01:23 - The Verge's Nilay Patel, Alex Cranz, Richard Lawler, Adi Robertson, and James Vincent discuss the flaws with Microsoft's Bing AI, and why it can be an "emotionally manipulative liar." 34:56 - Platformer managing editor Zoë Schiffer joins to explain why Twitter is showing everyone all of Elon Musk's tweets. 50:33 - The crew discuss YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki stepping down after nine years at the helm. Further reading: Microsoft's Bing is an emotionally manipulative liar, and people love it   AI search engines are not your friends These are Microsoft's Bing AI secret rules and why it says it's named Sydney Microsoft says talking to Bing for too long can cause it to go off the rails The Supreme Court could be about to decide the legal fate of AI search Microsoft's Bing AI, like Google's, also made dumb mistakes during first demo From Bing to Sydney (Stratechery) A Conversation With Bing's Chatbot Left Me Deeply Unsettled (The New York Times) Seeing other people's AI art is like hearing other people's dreams Yes, Elon Musk created a special system for showing you all his tweets first  Elon Musk's reach on Twitter is dropping — he just fired a top engineer over it  Twitter is just showing everyone all of Elon Musk's tweets now Elon Musk says Twitter should be ready for new CEO by end of year YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki steps down after nine years at the helm  The maze is in the mouse (Praveen Seshadri) Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra review: practically peerless Razer Blade 18 review: the price is going up  Tesla recalls 362,758 vehicles equipped with Full Self-Driving beta for ‘crash risk' Mazda MX-30 electric SUV review: a perfect storm of range anxiety  Hyundai and Kia forced to update software on millions of vehicles because of viral TikTok challenge Less money and more fear: what's going on with tech Erase browser history: can AI reset the browser battle? Email us at vergecast@theverge.com or call our Vergecast Hotline at 866-VERGE11, we'd love to hear from you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alix is on vacation for the next few episodes, and I've been inviting some of my favorite people to come on and guest host with me! Today Beauty Baddies, we have TWO beauty industry legends on the show: celebrity makeup artist, James Vincent, and the founder and CEO of The Lip Bar, Melissa Butler. Melissa has become a multi-faceted leader who has transitioned from Wall Street to entrepreneurship, and since then has grown The Lip Bar tenfold, being honored as Inc's top entrepreneur in 2020, recognized in Black Enterprise's top 40 under 40 in 2022, and most recently, has raised an oversubscribed $6.7M in funding to continue growing TLB's house brands, The Lip Bar and thread beauty. James is a celebrity makeup artist who has worked on EVERYONE from Lady Gaga to Amy Winehouse to Rihanna to Barack Obama. He has become and incredible mentor and leader in the beauty industry and is intensely passionate about supporting budding artists, brands, and the next generation of leaders. To learn more about James, please visit him on IG @jvincentmakeup or @themakeupshow.  To learn more about Melissa and The Lip Bar, you can check them out on Instagram @thelipbar and thelipbar.com Send us your beauty questions and beauty baddie moments of the week to truebeautybrooklynpodcast@gmail.com . Follow us on Instagram @truebeautybrooklynpodcast and @truebeautybrooklyn & @thebrownelizabethtaylor and @alixlynly  Book in-person and virtual appointments with Elizabeth at www.TRUEBEAUTYBROOKLYN.com and in-person appointments with Alix at www.CHEEKYBROOKLYN.COM Click Here To Subscribe To Our YouTube Channel  Don't forget to rate us 5-stars, subscribe, and leave a review on Apple iTunes. Tell a friend to tell a friend if you like the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Verge's Nilay Patel, Alex Cranz, Richard Lawler, and James Vincent discuss Microsoft's upgraded Bing search engine with ChatGPT AI. Can Microsoft beat Google at search? Is it actually an upgrade? Also: Disney layoffs, Elon's Twitter reach is dropping, and more of this week's tech news. Further reading: Microsoft and Google are about to Open an AI battle Microsoft announces new Bing and Edge browser powered by upgraded ChatGPT AI Microsoft's ChatGPT-powered Bing is open for everyone to try starting today  Microsoft thinks AI can beat Google at search — CEO Satya Nadella explains why  Google announces ChatGPT rival Bard, with wider availability in ‘coming weeks'  Google shows off new AI search features, but a ChatGPT rival is still weeks away Google is still drip-feeding AI into search, Maps, and Translate  Google's AI chatbot Bard makes factual error in first demo  Elon Musk's reach on Twitter is dropping — he just fired a top engineer over it Disney's laying off 7,000 as streaming boom comes to an end  Bob Iger wants more Zootopia, Frozen, and Toy Story sequels from Disney Nintendo Direct February 2023: the biggest news and trailers  Fox's Super Bowl LVII ads won't include any crypto companies  Email at vergecast@theverge.com, we love to hear from you. Or call our hotline at 866-VERGE11. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Vincent, author of Beyond Measure: The Hidden History of Measurement from Cubits to Quantum Constants is back for more. Give that guy a barleycorn, he takes a rood! Also, an analysis of the death, in LAPD custody, of Keenan Anderson. Plus, the latest revelations about George (?) Santos (??) … or whoever that guy in Congress is who performed drag in Brazil before ripping off a dying dog. Produced by Joel Patterson and Corey Wara Email us at thegist@mikepesca.com To advertise on the show, visit: https://advertisecast.com/TheGist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Gist presents a literary appraisal of romance novelist Susan Meachen, whose greatest achievement in life wasn't even the successful leaving of it. Plus, we speak with James Vincent about his new book Beyond Measure: The Hidden History of Measurement from Cubits to Quantum Constants. Also the Biden administration sifts through airplane toilets—a useful public health initiative. Produced by Joel Patterson and Corey Wara Email us at thegist@mikepesca.com To advertise on the show, visit: https://advertisecast.com/TheGist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Between chatbots and image generators, artificial intelligence has gotten scary good lately. The Verge's James Vincent explains what's behind the latest wave of AI-powered creations. This episode was produced by Amanda Lewellyn, edited by Matt Collette, fact-checked by Laura Bullard, engineered by Efim Shapiro with help from Paul Robert Mounsey and additional music by Brandon McFarland, and hosted by Sean Rameswaram. Transcript at vox.com/todayexplained Support Today, Explained by making a financial contribution to Vox! bit.ly/givepodcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pressure from consumers will likely be the key driver pushing climate tech towards the mainstream over the coming years, said James Vincent, co-founder of brand advisory and investment firm FNDR.“We're a few years off from that because we haven't done the homework yet. We haven't shock-absorbed the need for culture to absorb the new metrics of what's important in the world,” Vincent said.James Vincent worked as a brand agency executive with Steve Jobs for 11 years through the launches of iPod, iTunes, iPhone and iPad, before launching FNDR in 2017.Learn more about:Essentials of starting your brand developmentWhy do electric airplanes need fuel engines?Why a typical AirBNB review is so positiveWhy the iPhone is called iPhoneAt Slush 2022, FNDR launched its first investment fund, but Vincent stressed the company was not a VC firm.“We take founders through our processes to pull the genius out of the founder. So we think the founders often almost always have the genius somewhere, they're just not quite saying it right, or they're not segmenting it or sequencing it correctly,” Vincent said.In the NatureBacked podcast of Single.Earth, we talk with our guests about their vision of the new green economy.Advertisers in this episode:Follow NatureBacked across platforms:Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google PodcastsTwitter | Instagram

The Verge's Nilay Patel, Alex Cranz, Richard Lawler, and James Vincent discuss the popularity of ChatGPT. Also: the FTC sues Microsoft to block its Activision Blizzard purchase, Apple is adding end-to-end encryption to iCloud backups, and some gadget news. Further reading: ChatGPT proves AI is finally mainstream — and things are only going to get weirder The FTC is suing Microsoft to block its Activision Blizzard purchase Microsoft reaches 10-year deal with Nintendo for Call of Duty EU sets December 28th, 2024, deadline for all new phones to use USB-C for wired charging The race to build a better Twitter Twitter Blue will reportedly cost more from iPhones to offset ‘hidden 30 percent tax'  Apple is adding end-to-end encryption to iCloud backups   Apple claims a new iMessage can alert you if state-sponsored spies are eavesdropping Tim Cook and Joe Biden came to Arizona to announce plans for American-made chips  Huawei's latest smartwatch has hidden earbuds inside The $949 price for Dyson's air-purifying headphones is more absurd than the device itself  Coros Apex 2 and Apex 2 Pro review: slightly short of great Amazon Echo Auto (2nd gen) review: smaller but not smarter How CoinDesk's FTX scoop left a hole in its corporate overlord Sonos and Ikea made a floor lamp speaker that could be perfect for surround sound Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Being neat is generally considered a good thing. But is neater, better? This episode begins with a look at the difference between neat and messy people and the pros and cons of each. Source: David H. Freeman author of A Perfect Mess (https://amzn.to/3X6IsnK) What is the difference between all the soaps, lotions and potions of skin care products? After all, there are so many and all at very different prices. Are the expensive ones really better? What about the ingredients – are they safe? Do any of these products really get rid of wrinkles? Here to discuss this is dermatologist Dr. Fayne Frey who has been independently testing skin care products for years. Listen as she explains what products are absolutely necessary and how to choose the best products for yourself. Dr. Frey is author of the book The Skincare Hoax (https://amzn.to/3UGFhkV) . Her website is https://www.fryface.com We like to measure things. In fact, we like to measure everything. That's why we have inches, miles, grams, meters, feet ounces and all the rest. By measuring everything, we make sense of the world. And how those measurements came to be is quite interesting. Here to explain the history and science of measurement is James Vincent, senior reporter for The Verge and author of a book called Beyond Measure: The Hidden History of Measurement from Cubits to Quantum Constants (https://amzn.to/3V1LGaj). One interesting way to tell if someone is lying is to listen to how they tell a story. When people are making things up, they tend to weave the story differently than when someone is recalling a true story. Listen as I explain the difference. http://lifehacker.com/5959543/true-or-false-pay-attention-to-structure-to-tell-if-a-story-is-made-up PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Go to https://CozyEarth.com/SOMETHING to SAVE 35% now!  All backed by a 100-Night Sleep Guarantee. First Alert would like you to know that along with alarms, fire extinguishers are essential. Make sure to place fire extinguishers on every level and in common spaces like the kitchen and know how to use them. For more information on fire safety products, safety tips and educational activities you can do at home with your family visit https://www.firstalert.com https://www.geico.com Bundle your policies and save! It's Geico easy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on the flagship podcast of the difference between CMYK and RGB colors: David talks about the future of Photoshop with Adobe's Chief Product Officer Scott Belsky. Verge senior reporter James Vincent joins the show to discuss generative AI art and all its possibilities and complications. The Verge's Kristen Radtke and Jess Weatherbed chat with David about Pantone's new subscription service and what it means for artists and designers. Email us at vergecast@theverge.com or call us at 866-VERGE11, we'd love to hear from you. We are conducting a short audience survey to help plan for our future and hear from you. To participate, head to vox.com/podsurvey, and thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From weight and distance, to calorie-counting and calculating the depths of space, throughout history, humans have loved to measure things. Speaking to Elinor Evans, James Vincent – author of Beyond Measure – uncovers some fascinating and unexpected stories from the history of measurement. (Ad) James Vincent is the author of Beyond Measure: The Hidden History of Measurement (Faber & Faber, 2022). Buy it now from Amazon:https://www.amazon.co.uk/Beyond-Measure-Hidden-History-Measurement/dp/0571354211/ref=asc_df_0571354211/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=570229818468&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=5898554147373027881&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1006715&hvtargid=pla-1601293199965&psc=1&th=1&psc=1&tag=bbchistory045-21&ascsubtag=historyextra-social-histboty See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.