Podcasts about pioneering

Pioneering disability justice activist Alice Wong died in San Francisco on  Friday at the age of 51.  We listen back to our January interview with Alice, as  part of our series profiling legends of the Bay Area. We talked with Alice about her joyous approach to life and listened to some favorite interviews recorded with StoryCorps for the  Disability Visibility Project, which she founded. We also gathered fellow disability rights activists who reflected on Alice's impact on them, and on the evolution of the disability justice movement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aufzeichnung "Pionier Erfahrung" mit Peter Goldman 16. November 2025 Replay "Pioneering Experience" with Peter Goldman November 16th 2025 Host: Rolf Gardi Übersetzung / Translation: Christa Twellmann Für Informationen trag dich hier ein: https://eepurl.com/c9zIu1 To receive our information: https://eepurl.com/c9zIu1 Webseite: https://interdimensional.net Du möchtest unsere Arbeit unterstützen Donations Überweisung / Einzahlung in CHF: Bank transfer in Swiss Franks: Empfänger / Ort : Gardi Rolf / 3053 Münchenbuchsee IBAN Nummer : CH64 0900 0000 6041 9589 2 SWIFT Code / BIC PostFinance : POFICHBEXXX Clearing Nummer PostFinance : 09000 Name vom Finanzinstitut : SWISS POST - PostFinance, Mingerstrasse 20, 3030 Bern, Schweiz Mit Kreditkarte über PayPal By Credit Card through PayPal CHF Swiss Franks By Credit Card through PayPal GBP £ Links auf der Webseite / Links see website: https://interdimensional.net/spenden/ Mit TWINT in CHF an +41 79 389 79 00 Überweisung / Einzahlung in Euro: Bank transfer in Euro: Empfänger / Ort : Gardi Rolf / Ursprungstrasse 79, 3053 Münchenbuchsee, Switzerland IBAN Nummer : DE89 1001 1001 2622 6775 19 BIC : NTSBDEB1XXX Name vom Finanzinstitut : N26 Bank GmbH, Klosterstr. 62, 10179, Berlin Germany Für Stimmgabeln: https://rolfgardi.ecwid.com Rolf Gardi: https://www.rolfgardi.ch

Hallo Freunde freue mich sehr euch heute eine neue Episode meiner Indie Dance The Mix Series präsentieren zu können. Diesmal mit Dj & Producer Bubs from Paris, Frankreich. Enjoy It... Hello friends! I'm so excited to present a new episode of my Indie Dance The Mix Series. This time with DJ & Producer Bubs from Paris, France. Enjoy it... BIO French DJ/producer, Bubs is blending the infectious grooves of Italo disco with the pulse of house music, all wrapped in a nostalgic yet futuristic 80s/90s aesthetic. Pioneering his own genre, the neo bliss italo, he crafts high-energy and euphoric tracks driven by rolling basslines and irresistibly catchy melodies. His sound is a glowing ride through time, where vintage synths and modern club energy collide to create anthems designed for pure dancefloor ecstasy. LINKS SOUNDCLOUD https://soundcloud.com/bubsmusicc INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/bubsmusicc/ ALL LINKS https://linktr.ee/bubsmusic Tracklist Bananarama - Cruel Summer (SEIUN Edit) Master Voice - Let Me Live (Electro Potato Edit) (unreleased) Fun Fun - Color My Love (Instrumental Mix) Le Rubrique - Children Of The 80s Keep Me In The Light - Kowloon Kombucha (unreleased) Mr. Black - She Has Away Herr Krank - Retro Dance Machine Emmet Read - Dirty Detective (unreleased) Bubs, Vanello - Astro Nation (Club Mix) (unreleased) Mozzart - Money Project D - Bounce Back Pierre Feroldi - Movin Now Daydream - In The Night Desena - Always Linda J Nizza ft. Ian Coleen - Take You Down (Bubs Edit) (unreleased) Disclaimer: All material on this channel is posted with the explicit consent of the artist/labels and no copyrights are violated in any way. If you are a copyright owner and want your work to be removed from our channel please contact us with a personal message here and we will remove your material right away. Please note that we do not benefit from posting this material and have only the intention to help new and emerging artist to be heard by supporting & promoting podcasts. Thx a lot... Kurt Kjergaard

This is a preview of a premium episode. You can find a video version of the full episode on our YouTube channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3dvoGPZEY1g⁠ We've been on the road this week, recording some in-person episodes in Portland Oregon, with Ryan Coulter—co-founder of The James Brand, and the wonderfully hilarious graphic designer Aaron Draplin. We're excited to bring you this episodes soon, and in the meantime we're rewinding to one of our favorite episodes this year with Prince of Persia creator Jordan Mechner. You may have heard that we're publishing more video from our episodes, and you can now find a video version of this episode on YouTube. Enjoy! *** As a kid in the 80's, Eli fell in love with games on computers like the Apple II, Commodore 64, and later the Amiga and Macintosh. One of the very first games he played was called Karateka, which was inspiring for the realistic movements of its digital karate antagonists, even on a black-and-green Apple II monitor. Our guest today, Jordan Mechner, created Karateka while an undergrad at Yale University in 1984, and it went on to be a commercial success. He followed it up with the game Prince of Persia (you'll hear a clip from the soundtrack in the introduction, which Jordan's father composed and which Jordan invented a way to transpose onto the Apple II's tinny speakers before game soundtracks were widespread on the machine). Jordan documented the creation of the game in a wonderful published version of his diaries called The Making of Prince of Persia, and we spoke with him about how he taught himself the skills to build successful video games in a pre-internet era, why he journaled about his work process (and what it taught him), and about his new graphic novel Replay, a memoir recounting his own family story of war, exile and new beginnings. Karateka on the Apple IIPrince of Persia on the Apple II (play the Mac version online here)

On this episode of DGTL Voices, Ed interviews Mary Ann Conner, the Chief Nursing Informatics Officer at Memorial Sloan Kettering. They discuss Mary Ann's extensive career in nursing, her educational journey, and the evolution of nursing informatics. Mary Ann shares her insights on the importance of mentorship, the role of technology in nursing, and offers valuable advice for new and mid-career nurses. The conversation also touches on the future of nursing informatics, and the significance of caring in nursing practice.

Shane Ó Curraighín, North West Correspondent, reports on farmers in Co. Leitrim who are pioneering wetland restoration techniques that may be rolled out in scale across Europe.

John Maytham speaks to Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis, who led the switch-on ceremony alongside Alderman Grant Twigg, Mayoral Committee Member for Urban Waste Management, to learn more about this milestone project. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The AI rollup transforming property managementThis week on Riding Unicorns, we sit down with Dan Lifshits, Co-Founder & COO of Dwelly — the AI-first lettings and property management platform reinventing how landlords, tenants, and agents interact.Dwelly is on a mission to modernise the UK rental market by acquiring traditional letting agencies and rebuilding them with technology at their core. The business is growing fast, backed by General Catalyst and other leading investors, combining the operational rigour of real estate with the scalability of AI.Before founding Dwelly, Dan was one of the youngest associates at McKinsey, then helped scale Gett (the ride-hailing company) from early stage to over $1bn in GMV and 1,000+ employees — experience that now shapes Dwelly's operational DNA.In this episode, we dive into: 

(Hebrews 11:23-30) Today's passage presents three distinct steps of faith. Because of God's design, these three types are all essential for the work of the Lord to be done. Listen to this episode and evaluate your faith. (09272251111) Keep Studying  Whether you're a new believer or have walked with the Lord for years, you'll find thousands of free devotionals, Bible studies, audio series, and Scripture tools designed to strengthen your faith, deepen your understanding of the Bible, and help you stay rooted in the Word of God. 

Send us a textKomeil Nasrollahi is a seasoned innovation and business‐development leader currently serving as Senior Director of Innovation & Venture Partnerships at Siemens Healthineers ( https://www.siemens-healthineers.com/ ), where he is charged with forging strategic collaborations, identifying new venture opportunities and accelerating transformative healthcare technologies. With an academic foundation in industrial engineering from Tsinghua University (and additional studies in the Chinese language) and undergraduate work in civil engineering from Azad University in Iran, Komeil  blends technical fluency with global business acumen. Prior to his current role, Komeil held senior positions driving business engagement and international investment, including leading market‐entry and growth initiatives across China and the U.S., demonstrating a strong ability to navigate cross‐cultural, high‐stakes innovation ecosystems. In his current role, Komeil works at the intersection of healthcare, technology and venture creation—identifying high-impact innovations that align with Siemens Healthineers' mission to “pioneer breakthroughs in healthcare, for everyone, everywhere, sustainably.” Based in the Greater Philadelphia region, his international exposure and multilingual capability (including English, Chinese and Persian) enable him to bridge diverse geographies and stakeholder groups in service of advancing healthcare innovation. Komeil's leadership reflects a deep commitment to translating emerging technologies into meaningful clinical and market outcomes, making him a key driver in Siemens Healthineers' venture partnerships and innovation strategy.#KomeilNasrollahi #SiemensHealthineers #TsinghuaUniversity #AzadUniversity #ChesterCountyEconomicDevelopmentCouncil #WestChesterUniversity #SiemensAG #MedicalTechnology #VenturePartnerships #DigitalSolutions #MedicalImaging #LaboratoryDiagnostics #DigitalHealth #ArtificialIntelligence #HealthcareIT #EnterpriseServices #PrecisionMedicine #DigitalTwins #SystemsBiology #BioelectronicMedicine #AutonomousClinicalSystems #MedicalRobotics #ProgressPotentialAndPossibilities #IraPastor #Podcast #Podcaster #Podcasting #ViralPodcast #STEM #Innovation #Science #Technology #ResearchSupport the show

Dr. Dennis Gross is the renowned dermatologist and the founder of Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare, a clinical-grade skincare brand rooted in science and results. Before launching his line, Dr. Gross worked as a skin cancer researcher at Memorial Sloan Kettering, where he developed a deep understanding of how skin behaves at a cellular level. His experience treating patients in his New York dermatology practice inspired him to create effective, non-irritating products that deliver visible results without downtime. The brand is best known for its Alpha Beta Daily Peels, which revolutionized at-home exfoliation. Combining medical expertise with clean, innovative formulations, Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare bridges the gap between professional treatments and everyday skincare. The line focuses on improving skin health through proven active ingredients, like vitamin C, retinol, and alpha hydroxy acids. Today, Dr. Gross continues to lead the brand with a philosophy centered on education, transparency, and evidence-based skincare.In this episode, Dr. Dennis Gross also discusses:Skin transformations and the emotions beneath themThe secret to radiant skin at home–the alpha beta peelsWhy collagen is the holy grail of skincareWhat electrolyte loss means for your skin healthInside their FDA-cleared 3-minute led treatmentDemystifying skin science in the age of social mediaWe hope you enjoy this episode and gain valuable insights into Dr. Dennis Gross' journey and the growth of Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare. Don't forget to subscribe to the Glam & Grow podcast for more in-depth conversations with the most incredible brands, founders, and more.Be sure to check out Dr. Dennis Gross at www.drdennisgross.com/ and on Instagram at @drdennisgrossRated #1 Best Beauty Business Podcast on FeedPostThis episode is brought to you by WavebreakLeading direct-to-consumer brands hire Wavebreak to turn email marketing into a top revenue driver.Most eCommerce brands don't email right... and it costs them. At Wavebreak, our eCommerce email marketing agency helps qualified brands recapture 7+ figures of lost revenue each year.From abandoned cart emails to Black Friday campaigns, our best-in-class team manage the entire process: strategy, design, copywriting, coding, and testing. All aimed at driving growth, profit, brand recognition, and most importantly, ROI.Curious if Wavebreak is right for you? Reach out at Wavebreak.co

Fitt Insider: Read the notes at at podcastnotes.org. Don't forget to subscribe for free to our newsletter, the top 10 ideas of the week, every Monday --------- Today, I'm joined by Jared Pobre, founder & CEO of Caldera + Lab.   Launched in 2019, Caldera + Lab is revamping men's medicine cabinets with proprietary premium skincare formulas specifically engineered for guys.   In this episode, we discuss building a biotech-driven men's personal care brand.   We also cover:   Targeting the longevity-minded male consumer Prioritizing proprietary R&D over repurposed formulas Developing distribution strategies and hospitality partnerships   Subscribe to the podcast → insider.fitt.co/podcastSubscribe to our newsletter → insider.fitt.co/subscribeFollow us on LinkedIn → linkedin.com/company/fittinsider Caldera + Lab's Website: www.calderalab.com  Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/CalderaLab/page/2A608586-7E58-411C-8057-FFD688968227   -   The Fitt Insider Podcast is brought to you by EGYM. Visit EGYM.com to learn more about its smart workout solutions for fitness and health facilities.   Fitt Talent: https://talent.fitt.co/  Consulting: https://consulting.fitt.co/  Investments: https://capital.fitt.co/    Chapters: (00:00) Introduction (01:08) Jared's background and Caldera + Lab overview (01:33) The evolution of men's skincare since 2016 (03:02) Formulation differences: women's vs. men's skincare (04:32) Custom formulations vs. menu-based co-manufacturing (06:24) Pioneering proprietary ingredients for men (08:00) Building the brand with bootstrapped resources (10:30) Clinical studies and efficacy testing (13:00) Customer acquisition and finding product-market fit (15:30) DTC and Amazon as core distribution channels (17:45) Storytelling and messaging strategy (21:53) Balancing scientific credibility with consumer messaging (23:12) Targeting the longevity-minded male consumer (25:11) Retail expansion strategy and Series A funding (26:15) Country clubs, luxury hotels, and hospitality partnerships (27:26) Product roadmap (28:49) Conclusion  

Jon has had a lifelong involvement in cricket culminating in becoming Chair of Eastbourne CC a year ago. One of his main goals for his first year in office was to get behind the ground breaking idea that Cricket District put to him which was about creating a cricket festival and league for state educated kids across the county of Sussex. In its first year this event has seen 50 children take part in a range of formats including pairs cricket, Hundred format and T20 and has been a great success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Send us a textSchedule an Rx AssessmentSubscribe to Master The MarginOwning a pharmacy on an island is more than a business...it's an act of innovation and resilience. But what can mainland pharmacy owners learn from operating in one of the most remote U.S. territories?In this episode, Bonnie Bond, CPA, MBA, Ollin Sykes, CPA, CITP, CMA and Austin Murray sit down with Dr. Joshua Wise, Owner of PHI Pharmacy to explore the unique challenges and triumphs of running an independent pharmacy in Saipan. We cover:How geographic isolation impacts logistics, inventory management, and access to healthcare services. Joshua's journey of innovation and resilience Insights into niche services and the importance of community-focused care.More About Our Guest:Josh received his Doctor of Pharmacy at University of Hawaii at Hilo's Daniel K. Inouye College of Pharamacy in 2014. He has been with PHI Pharmacy since 2014 and became PHI's General Manager in 2017. In his spare time, Josh enjoys to travel, free dive, and cook.Stay connected with Josh and PHI Pharmacy: Joshua Wise LinkedInPHI Pharmacy WebsitePHI Pharmacy FacebookStay connected with us on social media:FacebookTwitterLinkedInScotty Sykes – CPA, CFP® LinkedInMore on this topic:Podcast: The Fight for Fair Drug PricingPodcast: From Counter to Capitol

Today, I'm joined by Jared Pobre, founder & CEO of Caldera + Lab.   Launched in 2019, Caldera + Lab is revamping men's medicine cabinets with proprietary premium skincare formulas specifically engineered for guys.   In this episode, we discuss building a biotech-driven men's personal care brand.   We also cover:   Targeting the longevity-minded male consumer Prioritizing proprietary R&D over repurposed formulas Developing distribution strategies and hospitality partnerships   Subscribe to the podcast → insider.fitt.co/podcastSubscribe to our newsletter → insider.fitt.co/subscribeFollow us on LinkedIn → linkedin.com/company/fittinsider Caldera + Lab's Website: www.calderalab.com  Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/CalderaLab/page/2A608586-7E58-411C-8057-FFD688968227   -   The Fitt Insider Podcast is brought to you by EGYM. Visit EGYM.com to learn more about its smart workout solutions for fitness and health facilities.   Fitt Talent: https://talent.fitt.co/  Consulting: https://consulting.fitt.co/  Investments: https://capital.fitt.co/    Chapters: (00:00) Introduction (01:08) Jared's background and Caldera + Lab overview (01:33) The evolution of men's skincare since 2016 (03:02) Formulation differences: women's vs. men's skincare (04:32) Custom formulations vs. menu-based co-manufacturing (06:24) Pioneering proprietary ingredients for men (08:00) Building the brand with bootstrapped resources (10:30) Clinical studies and efficacy testing (13:00) Customer acquisition and finding product-market fit (15:30) DTC and Amazon as core distribution channels (17:45) Storytelling and messaging strategy (21:53) Balancing scientific credibility with consumer messaging (23:12) Targeting the longevity-minded male consumer (25:11) Retail expansion strategy and Series A funding (26:15) Country clubs, luxury hotels, and hospitality partnerships (27:26) Product roadmap (28:49) Conclusion  

This week on Sunday Night Teacher Talk, we're unpacking what it really looks like to build a classroom and school culture from the ground up—especially when you're new to the building. CJ shares updates on how shared experiences like lunch invites, Spirit Week, and hallway antics are shaping connection at his new school.Other big topics this week include how to use ChatGPT to streamline grading while still giving meaningful feedback, what to do when group work falls apart, how to scaffold large writing tasks for struggling students, and why you don't need to post the Ten Commandments to live your values in the classroom.As always, we're getting real about the teacher life, student behavior, faith, and showing up with joy—one week at a time.

In this episode, Rick and Royce sit down with Rob LeBlanc, Co-Founder at Ambit Partners, to explore the evolution of search fund investing beyond traditional markets. Rob traces his path from building an ETA platform in South Africa to backing searchers across frontier economies, offering an insider's view on how entrepreneurship through acquisition is adapting globally. The conversation examines the unique dynamics of searching and operating in less developed capital markets – where relationships, local fluency, and cultural context often outweigh formal structures – and explores how factors such as currency risk, investor networks, and institutional maturity shape the search process. Through comparative insights between developed and emerging markets, this discussion highlights the expanding boundaries of the search model and the growing diversity of its global practitioners.

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From exotic options at Jane Street to pioneering liquid staking infrastructure on #Solana, Jito Foundation's Chief Commercial Officer Thomas Uhm is helping bridge TradFi and DeFi.

Welcome to the 4th and final episode from our "Pioneering the Path - a Purpose 8:28 Experience" series. In this episode of Stories from the River, we bring you a special, behind-the-scenes look into what the "Pioneering the Path - a Purpose 8:28 Experience" really felt and looked like for our retail leaders. These key excerpts from the day's sessions give a rare insight into an even deeper level of this immersive retail leadership development day and into Broad River's culture.  Tune in today to hear Bradley Sullivan's discuss how to enroll your team, get their full support and share in the common vision with Vision, Purpose, and Ownership (VPO). Will Luke will share four key time management tips to keep your team running like clockwork. Steve Ramjit's M.A.G.N.E.T. strategy will help you understand how to attract the very best people, and Gabby Cobos will give insight into how to coach them, consistently. Finally, Chris Wright will weigh in with some trade secrets, a secret sauce to success in a showroom.  Each of our presenters gave their talk three times, to various audiences of small groups of their peers, and they also played a role as active audience members for each other's presentations. (See if you can recognize their jereseys!)  This episode truly highlights the spirit of our Memory Makers. With an "Iron sharpens iron" mindset, they strive to learn from and to teach one another, reinforcing that true leadership is about empowering everyone to own the vision and actively shape both their own and Broad River's legacy.   Watch this episode on youtube:  https://youtu.be/4WShHREPMRQ    Visit https://www.storiesfromtheriver.com  for more episodes.   Broad River Retail brought this show to you. Visit https://BroadRiverRetail.com       Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/broad-river-retail   

Pioneering historian Professor Henry Reynolds is considered one of the nation's leading authorities on the history of Australia's Indigenous people. 

Welcome to the 4th and final episode from our "Pioneering the Path - a Purpose 8:28 Experience" series. In this episode of Stories from the River, we bring you a special, behind-the-scenes look into what the "Pioneering the Path - a Purpose 8:28 Experience" really felt and looked like for our retail leaders. These key excerpts from the day's sessions give a rare insight into an even deeper level of this immersive retail leadership development day and into Broad River's culture.  Tune in today to hear Bradley Sullivan's discuss how to enroll your team, get their full support and share in the common vision with Vision, Purpose, and Ownership (VPO). Will Luke will share four key time management tips to keep your team running like clockwork. Steve Ramjit's M.A.G.N.E.T. strategy will help you understand how to attract the very best people, and Gabby Cobos will give insight into how to coach them, consistently. Finally, Chris Wright will weigh in with some trade secrets, a secret sauce to success in a showroom.  Each of our presenters gave their talk three times, to various audiences of small groups of their peers, and they also played a role as active audience members for each other's presentations. (See if you can recognize their jereseys!)  This episode truly highlights the spirit of our Memory Makers. With an "Iron sharpens iron" mindset, they strive to learn from and to teach one another, reinforcing that true leadership is about empowering everyone to own the vision and actively shape both their own and Broad River's legacy.   Watch this episode on youtube:  https://youtu.be/4WShHREPMRQ    Visit https://www.storiesfromtheriver.com  for more episodes.   Broad River Retail brought this show to you. Visit https://BroadRiverRetail.com       Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/broad-river-retail   

In this episode of TechMagic, hosts Cathy Hackl and Lee Kebler explore the fascinating, funny, and sometimes unsettling intersection between humans and machines. From Cathy's “shopping date” with humanoid robot Maximus to Amazon's ambitious plans to automate its warehouses, the hosts unpack how AI and robotics are reshaping work and daily life. They also discuss Samsung's entry into the XR race with the Galaxy headset, the return of Bored Ape Yacht Club's metaverse project, and innovations like direct-to-vinyl recording. With equal parts humour and insight, Cathy and Lee decode how today's emerging technologies are redefining what's possible, and what's still human.Come for the tech and stay for the magic!Cathy Hackl BioCathy Hackl is a globally recognized tech & gaming executive, futurist, and speaker focused on spatial computing, virtual worlds, augmented reality, AI, strategic foresight, and gaming platforms strategy. She's one of the top tech voices on LinkedIn and is the CEO of Spatial Dynamics, a spatial computing and AI solutions company, including gaming. Cathy has worked at Amazon Web Services (AWS), Magic Leap, and HTC VIVE and has advised companies like Nike, Ralph Lauren, Walmart, Louis Vuitton, and Clinique on their emerging tech and gaming journeys. She has spoken at Harvard Business School, MIT, SXSW, Comic-Con, WEF Annual Meeting in Davos 2023, CES, MWC, Vogue's Forces of Fashion, and more. Cathy Hackl on LinkedInSpatial Dynamics on LinkedInLee Kebler BioLee has been at the forefront of blending technology and entertainment since 2003, creating advanced studios for icons like Will.i.am and producing music for Britney Spears and Big & Rich. Pioneering in VR since 2016, he has managed enterprise data at Nike, led VR broadcasting for Intel at the Japan 2020 Olympics, and driven large-scale marketing campaigns for Walmart, Levi's, and Nasdaq. A TEDx speaker on enterprise VR, Lee is currently authoring a book on generative AI and delving into splinternet theory and data privacy as new tech laws unfold across the US.Lee Kebler on LinkedInKey Discussion Topics:00:00 Intro: Welcome to Tech Magic with Cathy Hackl and Lee Kebler01:30 Shopping with Maximus: A Human-Robot Retail Adventure10:35 Amazon's Automation Revolution: 600,000 Jobs Going Robotic18:30 The AI Bubble: Debating the Reality of AGI and Market Hype28:40 Understanding ChatGPT's Limitations and Technical Challenges37:00 Samsung Galaxy XR: A New Player in the XR Hardware Space43:50 Amazon's HUD Glasses and the Future of Spatial Computing50:25 Bored Ape Yacht Club Returns with "Otherside" Metaverse Project54:58 Upcoming Events and a Deep Dive into Vintage Audio Technology Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tammy grew up in a Christian family dedicated to ministry and education, which for their family meant moving. A lot. By the age of 13, Tammy had moved 32 times, an experience that taught her the value of connection and community. Later in adulthood, after a divorce from an abusive marriage, Tammy also learned the value of vulnerability, and it was the power of these three together that ushered her into post-traumatic growth and transformation.Today, Tammy is sharing her transformation and helping other women experience their own. She's the CEO of Hope Women's Center, a resource and referral center for women and teen girls that has 7 physical centers and 50 mobile centers across the state of Arizona. Fun fact: HWC is considered Arizona's first faith-based, trauma-informed organization, and it was Tammy, Sanghoon, and Michelle who worked collaboratively to create HWC's trauma-informed culture back in 2018. Listen in as the three of them talk about what it looks like to implement trauma-informed procedures, language, and teams in real time - and without a textbook.Find out more about Hope Women's Center at: www.hopewomenscenter.orgTo contact Tammy: tammy@hopewomenscenter.org

Join Ash Penley, CEO of ZOEX Power, in conversation with Gary Fowler, as they explore how wave energy is entering a new era of innovation and sustainability. From transitioning out of offshore oil & gas to developing a modular Wave Energy Converter that tackles marine energy's biggest challenge — cost-efficiency — Ash shares her remarkable journey as a solo founder raising £1.2M and building what could become the next unicorn out of ScotlandInsights You'll Learn:✅ The Evolution of Wave Energy – from concept to commercialization✅ Entrepreneurial Grit – how Ash transitioned from oil & gas to renewables✅ Breaking Barriers – being the only woman founder in global wave energy✅ Building a Clean-Tech Startup in Scotland – hurdles, lessons, and wins✅ Future of Marine Power – where innovation and sustainability intersect✅ AI & Energy – how artificial intelligence could accelerate the industry✅ Women in STEM – inspiring the next generation of innovatorsWhy This Matters:*Wave energy is one of the most underutilized renewable resources with immense potential.*ZOEX Power's modular technology could finally make wave power commercially viable.*Ash's journey highlights resilience, innovation, and diversity in clean-tech leadershipExpert Background:• CEO & Founder of ZOEX Power, developer of a modular Wave Energy Converter• 15 years' experience in Offshore Oil & Gas complex installations• Raised **£1.2M** in early-stage funding for marine energy innovation• The only woman founder in Wave Energy globally• Passionate about sustainable innovation and empowering women in STEM

PODCAST: Donald Dell, Former Chairman at Sportive and considered one of the pioneers and founders of the sports marketing business, and his daughter Alexandra Dell, Founder of Big Sam Productions and award-winning documentary producer, join Sports Business Radio for a conversation. Donald Dell is a well-known sports agent, attorney, and commentator. He was a former US Davis Cup tennis player and undefeated Captain, and was the founder and chairman of sports marketing company, Proserv.  Dell managed the careers of many professional athletes, including Michael Jordan, Patrick Ewing, Ralph Sampson, James Worthy, Joakim Noah, Boomer Esiason, Andy Murray, Pete Sampras, Gabriela Sabatini, Arthur Ashe, Stan Smith, Jimmy Connors, and Tracy Austin, to name a few.  Alexandra Dell is a writer, director, producer who blends her passion for sports with powerful storytelling. She produced a documentary on tennis great Novak Djokovic with seven-time Emmy winner and Oscar nominee Sam Pollard, set to stream on Amazon in January 2026. She's also executive producing a scripted film about tennis legend and civil rights activist Arthur Ashe, with Skydance, Academy Award-winner Kevin Willmott (“BlacKKKansman”), director Elegance Bratton, Ashok Amritraj, CEO of Hyde Park Entertainment, and Warner Music Group.  With LeBron James and Maverick Carter, Alexandra executive produced Who Is Stan Smith? a documentary on the tennis legend and sneaker icon with SpringHill Entertainment. The film premiered at DOC NYC and opened theatrically in 70+ cities. It's currently streaming on ESPN.  This is the first time that Father and Daughter have done a joint podcast interview. LISTEN to Sports Business Radio on Apple podcasts or Spotify podcasts. Give Sports Business Radio a 5-star rating if you enjoy our podcast. Click on the plus sign on our Apple Podcasts page and follow the Sports Business Radio podcast. WATCH Sports Business Radio interviews by going to https://www.youtube.com/@sportsbusinessradiopodcast.Follow Sports Business Radio on Twitter @SBRadio and on Instagram, Threads and Tik Tok @SportsBusinessRadio. This week's edition of Sports Business Radio is presented by MAI Capital – the exclusive financial partner of Sports Business Radio. MAI Capital is a registered investment adviser and wealth management firm unified in purpose to empower clients to simplify, protect, and grow the wealth they work so hard to build.  Founded in 1973, the firm helps clients achieve their vision and goals through objective advice, tailored planning, comprehensive and integrated solutions, and highly personal service. For more information, visit www.mai.capital or MAI's company page on LinkedIn.   #SportsAgent #DonaldDell #AlexandraDell #Documentaries #SportsMarketing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we continue our Hall of Fame interview series with inductee Sherry Deschaine, who had a hand in coaching almost every women's sport during her time as a Bobcat. Plus, we introduce you to our two new rowing assistant coaches, one of whom is a familiar face here at Bates. All that and more... Interviews this episode: 1:17 -- Matt Coyne, Head Coach, Football 9:38 -- Carmel Crunk '28, Linebacker, Football. (Male Bobcat of the Week) 18:33 -- Anaïs Reneaum '28, Middle Hitter, Volleyball. (Female Bobcat of the Week) 26:31 -- Hannah Fitts '20 and Greta O'Hara, Rowing assistant coaches. 47:32 -- Sherry Deschaine, Pioneering women's head coach for a combined 50-plus sports seasons, Bates Athletics Hall of Fame.

In this episode of Stories from the River, we sit down with three inspiring Broad River Retail General Managers at the end of an impactful day from the Fort Mill, SC, campus where Broad River held its "Pioneering the Path - a Purpose 8:28 Experience" full learning and development day for all of its retail leaders on August 28, 2025. We sit down with Sonya De La Cruz of Hickory; Brett Cary of Asheville; and Seth Logue of Gastonia to explore what makes the company's culture so unique and impactful. Through their personal stories and leadership experiences, they reveal how Broad River's servant-minded leadership approach and people-first values have shaped their careers and their teams. The conversation highlights the power of choosing positivity and leading with purpose, while also emphasizing how vision, planning, and intentional action help drive success. Each retail leader shares how Broad River's senior leadership sets the tone by genuinely investing in every Memory Maker, knowing them by name, supporting their growth, and practicing the culture rather than simply talking about it. Their insights reinforce that success at Broad River is not solely measured by numbers or KPIs, but by elevating people, fostering belief, and building meaningful relationships. This episode is a reminder that the culture at Broad River Retail is alive in daily actions, not slogans on a wall. It paints a vivid picture of a company that dreams boldly, plans thoughtfully, moves with purpose, and grows together as one team. For anyone who values personal development, servant leadership, and the joy of helping others win, this is an inspiring conversation you won't want to miss. Watch the video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/WxeWQ_beD4E  Visit https://www.storiesfromtheriver.com for more episodes.   Broad River Retail brought this show to you. Visit https://BroadRiverRetail.com       Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/broad-river-retail   

In this episode of Stories from the River, we sit down with three inspiring Broad River Retail General Managers at the end of an impactful day from the Fort Mill, SC, campus where Broad River held its "Pioneering the Path - a Purpose 8:28 Experience" full learning and development day for all of its retail leaders on August 28, 2025. We sit down with Sonya De La Cruz of Hickory; Brett Cary of Asheville; and Seth Logue of Gastonia to explore what makes the company's culture so unique and impactful. Through their personal stories and leadership experiences, they reveal how Broad River's servant-minded leadership approach and people-first values have shaped their careers and their teams. The conversation highlights the power of choosing positivity and leading with purpose, while also emphasizing how vision, planning, and intentional action help drive success. Each retail leader shares how Broad River's senior leadership sets the tone by genuinely investing in every Memory Maker, knowing them by name, supporting their growth, and practicing the culture rather than simply talking about it. Their insights reinforce that success at Broad River is not solely measured by numbers or KPIs, but by elevating people, fostering belief, and building meaningful relationships. This episode is a reminder that the culture at Broad River Retail is alive in daily actions, not slogans on a wall. It paints a vivid picture of a company that dreams boldly, plans thoughtfully, moves with purpose, and grows together as one team. For anyone who values personal development, servant leadership, and the joy of helping others win, this is an inspiring conversation you won't want to miss. Watch the video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/WxeWQ_beD4E  Visit https://www.storiesfromtheriver.com for more episodes.   Broad River Retail brought this show to you. Visit https://BroadRiverRetail.com       Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/broad-river-retail   

CIRCULÉIRE is pleased to announce the inaugural All-Island Circular Venture Awards. Open to late-stage start-ups and ventures across the island of Ireland, the award is designed to recognise those pioneering the emergence of the circular economy sector by enabling or demonstrating a circular value proposition. The All-Island Circular Venture Awards invites late-stage start-up driving innovation in the circular economy to submit their proposal by 30th October. The call is aimed at ventures with high potential to reshape how materials, components and products are used, reused, remanufactured and regenerated. All-Island Circular Venture Awards The Awards, designed and led by Irish Manufacturing Research (IMR) and funded by the Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment (DCEE), are a new and prestigious initiative that will see shortlisted companies pitch to a high-profile audience of investors, industry leaders, policy makers, and media on 27th November 2025. Finalists will compete for a total prize pool of €10,000, plus 1-to-1 coaching sessions with international experts in entrepreneurship and circular economy. Referring to the awards announcement, Dr Geraldine Brennan, Director of Circular Economy Innovation at Irish Manufacturing Research, said: "Ireland's transition?to a circular economy is not just an environmental imperative - it's a strategic opportunity to unlock innovation, create green jobs, build resilient economies and enable communities to thrive. Pioneering circular ventures represent the bold thinking and collaborative spirit needed to redesign production and consumption system for a regenerative future." Inspired by this potential, CIRCULÉIRE and Irish Manufacturing Research welcome applications from ventures that meet the eligibility criteria. The Awards are an excellent opportunity to pitch to investors and potential partners aligned with the ventures circular mission. The All-Island Circular Venture Awards will take place at ESB Head Office (F27), 27 Fitzwilliam Street Lower, Dublin 2, D02 KT92 on 27th November 2025 at 2-7pm. Additionally, all shortlisted ventures will receive promotional support from IMR's Circular Economy Innovation Unit and will have the opportunity to feature as a case study on CIRCULÉIRE's website and social media channels. The All-Island Circular Venture Awards will be an occasion for networking with like-minded businesses, all-island government representatives and the CIRCULÉIRE's network members. Late-stage start-ups and ventures should submit their applications via Awards Platform (https://circulei.awardsplatform.com/) by 30th October 2025. The eligibility criteria is available on the Awards site: (https://circulei. awardsplatform.com/) by 30th October 2025. The eligibility criteria is available on the Awards site: https://www.circuleire.ie/all island-circular-venture-award 2025. and will be asked to provide evidence of compliance with the eligibility criteria by 10th November 2025. Any enquiries about the application process can be emailed to circuleire@imr.ie. About Irish Manufacturing Research (IMR) IMR partners with industry to demystify emerging technologies, derisk adoption, and deliver real-world impact - helping businesses scale and innovate with confidence. We bridge the gap between technology and business, ensuring companies can harness the latest advancements to drive efficiency, productivity, and sustainability. About CIRCULÉIRE CIRCULÉIRE, Ireland's First Circular Innovation Network, is led by Irish Manufacturing Research (IMR) and funded by the Department of Environment, Climate, and Communications (DECC). It is a dynamic, cross-sectoral public-private network dedicated to advancing circularity in Ireland. Our mission is to demystify, de-risk, and drive circular business model innovation by unlocking the potential of an Irish circular economy. Established in 2020, CIRCULÉIRE has evolved into a multi-million-euro, industry-led national innovation platform. Our n...

In Episode 3, “Women surgeons in Asia – Pioneering progress” of the series “Women in Urology: Dare to Thrive”, Dr. Kinju Adhikari (NP) and Dr. Steffi Kar Kei Yuen (HK) share their experiences as pioneering female surgeons in Asia. Dr. Adhikari recounts her path from Nepal to becoming a leading onco-urologist and robotic surgeon in India, while Dr. Yuen reflects on her work at the Chinese University of Hong Kong and the evolving role of women in urology across the region. Together, they discuss the challenges of gender bias, the importance of perseverance and the growing number of women entering surgical specialities.They highlight the vital role of mentorship, collaboration and supportive professional networks in fostering women's progress in medicine. Both speakers emphasise that while representation has improved, barriers such as societal expectations and limited opportunities still exist. Their conversation explores how passion for patient care and clinical excellence can co-exist with advocacy for equality.Through their exchange, the episode celebrates the determination of women surgeons shaping the future of urology in Asia and inspires the next generation to follow their lead with confidence and purpose.For more EAU podcasts, please go to your favourite podcast app and subscribe to our podcast channel for regular updates: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, EAU YouTube channel.

Patrick Wood is the CEO of DelphX Capital Markets, pioneering regulated structures that bring Wall Street-grade risk management to digital assets and fixed income. A 25-year markets veteran, he's focused on bridging traditional finance with the future of institutional crypto.Patrick is a seasoned financial markets expert and visionary, with over 25 years of experience transforming the capital markets landscape across North America. As CEO of DCM Inc., Patrick is leading the charge in financial innovation with the world's first Credit Rating Security (QCS), launched in March 2023—a breakthrough designed to bring institutional-grade governance, risk transfer, and return potential to fixed income portfolios.

Patrick Wood is the CEO of DelphX Capital Markets, pioneering regulated structures that bring Wall Street-grade risk management to digital assets and fixed income. A 25-year markets veteran, he's focused on bridging traditional finance with the future of institutional crypto.Patrick is a seasoned financial markets expert and visionary, with over 25 years of experience transforming the capital markets landscape across North America. As CEO of DCM Inc., Patrick is leading the charge in financial innovation with the world's first Credit Rating Security (QCS), launched in March 2023—a breakthrough designed to bring institutional-grade governance, risk transfer, and return potential to fixed income portfolios.

The UK Investor Magazine was thrilled to welcome Dr James Claypole, founder of Ail Arian, to discuss the sustainable printed electronics pioneer's technology and its current funding round.Ail Arian is revolutionising printed electronics with patented, recyclable silver conductive inks that achieve a 94% recovery rate.Find out more about Ail Arian here.The company addresses critical sustainability challenges in the electronics industry—precious metal depletion and stringent environmental regulations—while helping manufacturers drastically cut CO2 emissions and manufacturing waste.Their innovative design-for-recycling approach creates the first circular ecosystem for printed electronics. This enables customers to reduce e-waste, comply with emerging legislation like ESPR and PPWR, and meet ESG commitments.The global conductive inks market, valued at $2.73B in 2023, is projected to reach $3.98B by 2032. Ail Arian has already developed a working MVP with positive early customer feedback and secured key development partnerships through signed MOUs.As a CleanTech StartUp of the Year Finalist 2025, they're positioned to capture market share by selling sustainable silver inks while allocating investment toward R&D and marketing to scale their circular manufacturing solution. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Growth Amplifiers, host Kenny Harper speaks with Jon Neal, founder of the Neal Group, who has helped over a thousand service-based businesses increase their profits by at least 32% annually using his exclusive 'Neal Deal' strategy. Jon shares his backstory and unique approach to business growth, emphasizing the importance of straightforward, conversational advice and client education. He discusses challenges he has faced, insights on the current economic climate, and strategies for sustaining profitability in various industries, including restaurants and construction. Jon offers valuable advice on the benefits of fixed pricing and empathetic client interactions, providing listeners with actionable insights for amplifying their business. 00:00 Welcome to Growth Amplifiers 00:32 Introducing Jon and the Neal Deal Strategy 04:06 Challenges and Lessons in Business 11:51 Navigating the Current Economic Climate 16:28 The Importance of Professional Advice 22:17 Final Thoughts and Parting Advice

Pioneering artist Paul Wong is back in Halifax for a lecture at the Halifax Central Library on October 23rd. The award winning artist spoke with Alex Guye about his career, his most recent exhibit and why he continually pushes the boundaries of interdisciplinary storytelling.

January 2nd 1979 was a cold day in Scotland. The harsh winter snows meant that the crowd at the famed annual missionary “Report Meeting” in Harley Street Gospel Hall, Glasgow, was much smaller than usual. However, those present were to witness something they would never forget. One of the three missionaries to speak that day was Robert Crawford Allison (1911-1979), a very ill man only 9 months from his homecall to heaven. He had just had a major operation, and The post Robert Crawford Allison – Pioneering for 44 Years in Central Africa (29 min) first appeared on Gospel Hall Audio.

Professor Gordon Hamilton Fairley was the UK's first professor of medical oncology but that career, and life, was cut short on the 23rd October 1975 when an IRA bomb exploded under his neighbour's car. So what did the medical world lose on that day when cancer research and treatment lost one of its pioneers?To chat about the legacy of Professor Gordon Hamilton Fairley with Pat was John Crowne, Consultant Medical Oncologist, St Vincent's Hospital.

In this episode of TechMagic, hosts Cathy Hackl (yep, she's back) and Lee Kebler open Pandora's box - the tech edition. This episode's all about navigating tech disruptions and learning to roll with the punches. From the AWS outage and OpenAI's controversial content policies, to Sora's impact on content creation, Pinterest's AI content controls, and Apple's quiet Vision Pro updates, they deep dive into it all! The AI landscape is evolving faster than you can say the word and so are its implications on content, creativity and commerce. Just like Cathy's travels from Singapore to South Africa, your favourite Tech Magic pair are jetsetting into the world of technology, offering a global perspective on where we're heading and the ethical questions we need to address.Cathy Hackl BioCathy Hackl is a globally recognized tech & gaming executive, futurist, and speaker focused on spatial computing, virtual worlds, augmented reality, AI, strategic foresight, and gaming platforms strategy. She's one of the top tech voices on LinkedIn and is the CEO of Spatial Dynamics, a spatial computing and AI solutions company, including gaming. Cathy has worked at Amazon Web Services (AWS), Magic Leap, and HTC VIVE and has advised companies like Nike, Ralph Lauren, Walmart, Louis Vuitton, and Clinique on their emerging tech and gaming journeys. She has spoken at Harvard Business School, MIT, SXSW, Comic-Con, WEF Annual Meeting in Davos 2023, CES, MWC, Vogue's Forces of Fashion, and more.Cathy Hackl on LinkedInSpatial Dynamics on LinkedInLee Kebler BioLee has been at the forefront of blending technology and entertainment since 2003, creating advanced studios for icons like Will.i.am and producing music for Britney Spears and Big & Rich. Pioneering in VR since 2016, he has managed enterprise data at Nike, led VR broadcasting for Intel at the Japan 2020 Olympics, and driven large-scale marketing campaigns for Walmart, Levi's, and Nasdaq. A TEDx speaker on enterprise VR, Lee is currently authoring a book on generative AI and delving into splinternet theory and data privacy as new tech laws unfold across the US.Lee Kebler on LinkedInKey Discussion Topics:[00:00] Intro to TechMagic [01:15] What the Hell AWS? How a Global Outage Caused Chaos[04:30] Going Global: Tech Perspectives from Singapore to South Africa[08:00] OpenAI's Sora 2: Questions of Purpose and Ethics[14:30] Pinterest Takes a Stand Against AI-Generated Content[17:00] OpenAI's Controversial Move into Adult Content[25:30] Apple's Quiet Hardware Updates and Vision Pro Changes[31:00] Gaming Evolution: From Atari to Interactive Documentaries[35:00] Final Thoughts and Future Conference Plans Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Stories from the River, host and CEO Charlie Malouf welcomes keynote speaker and author Kristen Hadeed, fresh off her impactful talk at Broad River Retail's “Pioneering the Path - a Purpose 8:28 Experience” leadership event. Kristen opens up about her unexpected journey—accidentally launching the cleaning company Student Maid at just 19, navigating major failures, and discovering her passion for human-centered leadership. What began as a student side-hustle quickly became a laboratory for learning, where she uncovered how trust, communication, and belief in people can transform a culture. Kristen reveals the pivotal conversation with her friend and colleague Monique that ultimately shifted her company's purpose, evolving from her cleaning company Student Maid to a leadership development organization. Her story sets the stage for a larger message: leadership isn't about perfection—it's about courage, connection, and owning our impact. Charlie and Kristen also discuss how she prepares her keynotes, customizing every presentation to the culture and needs of her audience rather than delivering a pre-packaged speech. Together, they unpack themes from her session, including the power of a “resilience résumé,” confronting imposter syndrome, and recognizing fear as a signal that something truly meaningful is on the line. Kristen's vulnerability, humor, and practical wisdom invite Memory Makers to lead with heart, take ownership, and collaborate boldly with courageous conversations. From her first interactions with Broad River, Kristen says she immediately felt the authenticity and electricity of the culture. Part 1 captures that energy—an inspiring conversation about growth, intentional leadership, and the courage to build environments where people can thrive. Come back for part two of this conversation on Thursday! Additional Resources:  Kristen's Leadership Development Company Website - https://www.kristenhadeed.com   Permission to Screw Up by Kristen Hadeed - https://www.amazon.com/Permission-Screw-Up-Learned-Everything/dp/1591848296   The Human Leadership Program by Kristen Hadeed -  https://www.kristenhadeed.com/humanleadershipprogram   Kristen's Original 2012 TED Talk with over 3.3M Views: How to Retire by 20 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JDvoGev5_tk   Kristen Hadeed and Millennials on the Truly Human Leadership podcast: https://feeds.libsyn.com/67290/podcast/ep-19-kristen-hadeed-and-millennials   Kristen Hadeed and Millennials on the Truly Human Leadership on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/truly-human-leadership/id992577373?i=1000581569564   The War of Art by Steven Pressfield - https://www.amazon.com/War-Art-Through-Creative-Battles/dp/1936891026   The Imposter Phenomenon by Dr. Pauline Rose Clance - https://paulineroseclance.com/impostor_phenomenon.html   Silence the Imposter by Gary Frey - https://www.amazon.com/Silence-Imposter-Weapons-Syndrome/dp/B0CJLLLV61   Combining Ministry and Football: The Unique Path of Pittsburgh Steelers Chaplain Kent Chevalier - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UJuLje81LNE   Arthur Brooks - The Power of Teaching, The Arrival Fallacy, The Mad Scientist Profile, Lifting Heavy Weights, & The Two Best Practices To Be Happy - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-learning-leader-show-with-ryan-hawk/id985396258?i=1000725431986     Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/XOAGyXo5auw    Visit https://www.storiesfromtheriver.com for more episodes.  Broad River Retail brought this show to you. Visit https://BroadRiverRetail.com      Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/broad-river-retail  

Garza sits down in-person with Tommy Victor. Vocalist, guitar player & founder of New York, NY heavy metal band PRONG. Also currently the guitar player for DANZIG. https://prongmusic.comSPONSORS: Sweetwater - https://imp.i114863.net/rnrmVB00:00 - Black Sabbath & Heavy Music Influence04:05 - Nearly 40 Years of Prong05:27 - Catholic School07:50 - Nearly Becoming an Accountant12:23 - Working in Radio14:58 - Driving Cabs & Bike Messenger16:50 - Working at CBGBs21:49 - Mean Streets of New York27:44 - 80s Post Punk/Goth29:55 - Getting Into Bass35:57 - Ramones & Downpicking45:39 - Prong Early Days53:25 - Pioneering Groove Metal // Bad Brains56:38 - Riff: Prove Me Wrong58:02 - Experimenting on Albums59:49 - Rude Awakening1:03:37 - Favorite Prong Riffs1:08:26 - Cleansing vs The Cleansing1:11:23 - Hooks & Songwriting1:13:11 - No Lyrics in CD Booklets1:15:10 - Working w/ Glenn Danzig1:25:50 - Dealing w/ Business1:34:31 - Almost Quitting Music1:56:45 - Staying on Top & Inspiration2:04:28 - Tommy's Parents' Feelings on Prong2:07:48 - Running & Exercise2:10:18 - Guitar rundown: Schecter Devil-FR2:14:03 - Guitar Swap2:17:55 - Floyd Rose Tremolo2:20:03 - New Rush Drummer

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Tyler O'Malley is the Vice President of Clinical Affairs, Bioinformatics, and Market Access at Exagen, Inc. Tyler shares his journey in the MedTech industry and discusses Exagen's innovative approaches to autoimmune testing solutions, including cutting-edge diagnostics for lupus and other diseases. With over a decade of experience, Tyler provides insights into the challenges and breakthroughs in the field, highlighting the significance of early diagnosis and personalized treatment, while also discussing the challenges and opportunities in effective leadership during different stages of company growth.   Guest links: https://exagen.com/ Charity supported: Save the Children Interested in being a guest on the show or have feedback to share? Email us at theleadingdifference@velentium.com.  PRODUCTION CREDITS Host & Editor: Lindsey Dinneen Producer: Velentium Medical   EPISODE TRANSCRIPT Episode 066 - Tyler O'Malley [00:00:00] Lindsey Dinneen: Hi, I'm Lindsey and I'm talking with MedTech industry leaders on how they change lives for a better world. [00:00:09] Diane Bouis: The inventions and technologies are fascinating and so are the people who work with them. [00:00:15] Frank Jaskulke: There was a period of time where I realized, fundamentally, my job was to go hang out with really smart people that are saving lives and then do work that would help them save more lives. [00:00:28] Diane Bouis: I got into the business to save lives and it is incredibly motivating to work with people who are in that same business, saving or improving lives. [00:00:38] Duane Mancini: What better industry than where I get to wake up every day and just save people's lives. [00:00:42] Lindsey Dinneen: These are extraordinary people doing extraordinary work, and this is The Leading Difference. Hello, and welcome back to another episode of The Leading Difference podcast. I'm your host, Lindsey, and I am so excited to introduce you to my guest today, Tyler O'Malley. Tyler serves as Associate VP of Clinical Affairs and Market Access at Exagen, Inc., a leader in autoimmune testing solutions. In his role, he oversees clinical trials, bioinformatics, and medical policy development for Exagen's current diagnostic portfolio and pipeline of proprietary solutions. With more than a decade of experience, O'Malley has contributed to more than a dozen clinical trials focusing on clinical validity and utility evidence for autoimmune diagnostics. His expertise is widely recognized with numerous publications in esteemed peer reviewed journals, and notably, he's the first author of one of the largest clinical utility studies in lupus diagnostics. O'Malley graduated from Georgia Gwinnett College with a Bachelor of Science in biology, concentrating in biochemistry. His 11 year career in research and development and medical affairs encompass medical science, education, assay development, and clinical research coordination. Well, welcome to the show, Tyler. I'm so excited to have you here today. [00:02:01] Tyler O'Malley: Thanks, glad to be here. [00:02:02] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah, absolutely. Well, I would love just starting off by telling us a little bit about yourself, your background, and what led you to MedTech. [00:02:11] Tyler O'Malley: Sure. So, I'm the Vice President of Clinical Affairs, Bioinformatics, and Market Access at Exagen. We're a specialty diagnostics company focused on autoimmune rheumatic diseases. So we develop proprietary testing technology for conditions like lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, Sjogren's disease, as well as many others. And yeah, our focus is trying to find solutions for patients who are dealing with what are many times challenging chronic diseases that can present themselves in very mysterious ways oftentimes. And so, these are challenges that patients have that have, for the most part, gone unsolved for many decades, and so there's a lot of opportunity out there. In terms of, myself, my background, I've been with Exagen for the past 11 and a half years. So I've been doing this for a while now, and I've worked in a couple of different areas within the organization, doing work within the lab assay development, as well as outside the lab doing clinical research, statistical analysis, which led to the bioinformatics role. And then as well as doing some work trying to align our clinical evidence with medical policy for our tests which is the market access role. So, a little bit of everything, but there are some through lines that I assure you do make some sense if you really think about it. [00:03:33] Lindsey Dinneen: Excellent. Excellent. Well, thank you for sharing a little bit about that. There's so much to dive into, but going back a little bit in your story, when you were thinking about careers-- you're a eager high school student ready to embrace college, and you're ready for the next step --is this something that you could have imagined yourself doing or has this always been a passion of yours? Or is this something you kind of found yourself in? [00:03:57] Tyler O'Malley: Not at all. So, no I, so I will say I've always been interested in autoimmunity. So that's always been something that has always piqued my interest, whether I was in high school or college. And so I guess in that sense, it's not a surprise. But the laboratory diagnostics component of it was not something that was on my radar when I was in high school or college. And I guess the journey to Exagen was, after graduating from high school, went and got a bachelor's degree in biology with a biochemistry focus. So, that's sort of my background there. And while I was getting the degree and focusing on biochemistry, I had the opportunity through a resource scholarship at Georgia Tech to work in a graduate lab, which was a really interesting experience where, you know, for a little over a year I had the opportunity to work alongside PhD candidates, postdocs, on a research project that was partially funded and get the experience and understand what it's like to work towards a PhD and what it would look like to kind of go down that path of graduate level research. And I think it had the opposite effect that it was intended to have in that it kind of showed me I didn't want to do that. So, I think in a lot of ways I was happy I had that experience 'cause it showed me before I went down that path that it was something I didn't wanna do. Nothing against it, I guess I wanted to do something that maybe had more of a translational impact, a little bit closer to the patient. And so, finished my degree, and at the time I was living in Georgia, so I finished my degree in Georgia, left and moved out to California, and ended up at Exagen by pure chance through a recruiter. And that was back in 2014, and basically just joined Exagen at the time when it was a smaller company, and grew with the company, and was fortunate enough to have the ability to learn a lot of different functions within the company as it grew, and there were a lot of different things that needed to be done a as the company was growing. And so it, it's been kind of a, an interesting ride since then. [00:06:08] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah, absolutely. And of course all of those different experiences, I'm sure, have woven their way in, like you said. Sometimes you have to kind of look for that line, but there is one that's, apparent when you look back. So, can you talk a little bit more about the company, what it does, especially in regards to its testing technology, and I'd love to hear about some of the innovation that's just coming out of this incredible organization you're a part of. [00:06:35] Tyler O'Malley: Sure. So our our testing, again, primarily focuses on addressing unmet needs in patients who have autoimmune connective tissue diseases. And specifically we have some proprietary technology around biomarkers that help diagnose systemic lupus. And lupus is kind of the prototypical autoimmune disease in that it can manifest in just about any different way. It can show up in your skin, your heart, your lungs, your kidneys, just about any way you can imagine, and sometimes in multiple different ways. And so in that way, it can be challenging to diagnose 'cause it can look like so many different things. And much of the testing that is used for lupus or has been used traditionally is very antiquated. Antibody tests that were developed many decades ago that have been refined to some extent over the years, but for the most part are not overly sophisticated. So, what Exagen has done over the past 15 or so years is brought forward some technology, that was originally licensed from University of Pittsburgh, looking at measuring a form of the complement system, which is a part of our immune system. It's a very ancient form of our immune system. It's a collection of proteins that come together to help fight off pathogens and help clear debris to keep our our immune system healthy. And what we're able to do is measure essentially the buildup of a complement fragment that builds up on your red blood cells and on your B lymphocytes. And what this does is it gives us a unique ability to detect lupus that's much more sensitive than the conventional means. And what that means, when I say sensitivity, is that it's able to pick up more lupus patients than the conventional testing. So, one way of thinking about this is like, if you have a hundred patients in a room that all have lupus, right? Because they've been assessed by a doctor, they've been clinically diagnosed, and you were to test them, and say your conventional test is 50% sensitive, meaning half of the room would test positive on this test and the other half would test negative. This test that we're talking about here, it would pick up two thirds of the room, right, as opposed to conventional testing, which would pick up fewer patients. So, that's the kind of technology that we're trying to develop here, which is trying to be more inclusive, pick up more patients sooner, give better insights to physicians to combine with their clinical assessments such that patients can get earlier treatments and hopefully stave off some of the more kind of disastrous outcomes of the disease that come with not getting treated soon enough and not getting treated appropriately for their symptoms. [00:09:31] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah, of course. That's incredibly important and I'm so glad that the company is working to create those solutions, like you said, because previous methods while maybe somewhat useful, are more antiquated at this point. And so it's really important to have these new strides in innovation. So as you're dealing with all of this, I'm sure that there are stories that have come up about real people having impacted lives because of the technology that your company is bringing. Do you have any examples that you could share with us about that? [00:10:05] Tyler O'Malley: Sure. Yeah, there's been a number of individuals that we've had the fortune of meeting over the years. And they come and share the story with our team. We like to bring folks in with, for example, when we bring on new sales team members, we try to bring on a patient just to be able to share their story. So, recently we had an individual, who is connected to someone who works in our organization-- again, just pure chance-- who happened to have a very unique story. So first of all, lupus, for those who don't know, is a condition that primarily affects women. Lupus is a disease that affects women at a ratio of nine to one, nine to one female to male or so, in other words, around 90% of lupus patients are women. But that's not to say that it isn't an issue for that subset of of men that do develop lupus. And in fact, the disease tends to be more severe in that 10% of lupus patients that are men. So this individual who we've had the chance to meet and hear his story, really interesting because he's-- you would never know if you met this guy-- because he's a CrossFit guy. He is probably the healthiest guy you can imagine looking at him. But he went a harrowing journey to get to his diagnosis. And it all started with, relatively -- well, I don't wanna downplay it-- but let's call it "less severe symptoms" like alopecia and rashes, things like this that sort of make you think, "Well, gee, that's strange," or "I wonder what that is all about." And then leading up to much, much more severe symptoms like severe edema and pericarditis that was ultimately life threatening. And ultimately, he was able to get the right testing and get to the right doctors, but it was not a short journey from the time that these symptoms initially presented themselves to the time where he was able to get to the test and to get to the right diagnosis and onto the right treatment. The good news is, he's in a much better place now after finding out what's causing his symptoms and getting to a treatment management plan that works for him and he's even back to getting to an exercise routine that works for him. It's maybe not exactly the same as what it was before, but I mean, that's the thing. Now, you can lead a relatively normal life with lupus. It wasn't that long ago, call it several decades ago, where the mortality rate for lupus was as high as 50% in the first year after diagnosis. Treatment advances have greatly improved that and have changed the lives of people who live with Lupus now, but it used to be a very severe diagnosis. It still is, but it's very manageable now. [00:12:54] Lindsey Dinneen: Wow. Yeah. And so catching it and having that answer to, like you said, really difficult health journey where you're just not sure what's going on. And I really appreciate you talking a little bit about how Lupus looks different and manifests itself differently in different circumstances so it can be difficult to initially diagnose. So I love the fact that the company is focusing on things like that, when caught early can maybe make a huge difference in somebody's life like the gentleman you mentioned. Thank you for sharing about that. So now your own career has been really interesting in that you have gotten to do a lot of different things within the company and learn so much. Now as you've continued to grow with the company, you've, I'm sure, developed a lot of different leadership skills along the way, and I'm curious what it's been like in that sense of your journey to embrace leadership and how do you go about it? What have you found works really well, and maybe what advice would you have for somebody who's a little bit earlier in their career? [00:13:58] Tyler O'Malley: Yeah. Really interesting question. And I, I guess, my experience was, I came into an organization that was, I think at the time, maybe in the entire company was maybe 60, 70 people. So, as you can imagine, it was a very flat organization. I reported directly to the Chief Scientific Officer when I first joined the organization as a relatively low level R&D employee. So that afforded me, I think, a unique opportunity because I was often involved with project planning and discussions that I don't know that you get that opportunity in different types of corporate settings. And I think what has proven very useful in terms of my development, and as I look back and reflect on kind of what's led me here is, I can just recall, so, so many times, especially early on in, in a startup-- which can sometimes be chaotic and there's a lot of moving parts and things are moving fast-- there would be times where I would be in meetings where I wasn't necessarily expected to do very much, I think, or contribute much. And I would just sort of observe, right? And I think there's so much you can learn through not just listening to the conversation, but the body language of the people around the table. The way that people present, the way that people take criticism, the way that they respond. It was almost like a, it was a lesson every day just watching that. And I think where I thrived and maybe added value at times was realizing when people were talking past one another and just, at times, trying to find a way to come into that and say, "Well, right, but did you consider maybe what this person was trying to communicate here?" And, you can't always resolve those sorts of situations, but sometimes you can. And that's really valuable when you can help two individuals get past an impasse like that. So, and I think it helps you build credibility doing that too, being a bridge builder in that sense. And, and I think, that was something I don't know-- whether intuitively or purely by accident, I don't know-- I figured out over time was that, maybe as a young person in your career, sometimes it can be easy to get caught up on sort of the X's and O's of your job, whatever it is that you're doing-- if you're a computer programmer, you're doing bioinformatics or whatever the case may be-- you can get really caught up in the technical skills that you're trying to hone and develop. But there's so many soft skills that you have to build as well at the same time. And there's the relationships that you build, as well, that you don't know when you're gonna need them or when they'll pay off. But things change at organizations and you're glad when you have those relationships when it comes time to need them. [00:16:51] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. Absolutely. Yeah. I love your discussion on the idea of being a bridge builder, because I've been thinking a lot about that recently where there's so much unintentional missed communication, just literally just passing by where, one person is saying something, the other person's saying something, and as an outsider, you're able to have a little bit of a distance to go, "Oh, you're kind of saying the same thing, but I'm not sure that you guys realize that, and here's how." Yeah, that translating is a really important skillset and a fun one when you can nail it down. So as you look towards the future of your own career and the company's trajectory, what are some things that you're looking forward to? [00:17:35] Tyler O'Malley: Well, we obviously have a number of exciting pipeline initiatives that bring a lot of energy to me as I think about what we're trying to do going forward. I'm excited about where the company is headed in terms of its trajectory. I've described my time at the company as, even though I've been at the same company for 11 and a half years or so, I really feel like I've worked for three different companies in that time, in that, there was a period of time that was a startup up until the point the company went public. And then there was this time from when the company was public, where we raised a lot of money, there were a lot of expectations and didn't exactly kind of work out exactly as we had hoped. And then there was a leadership change. And now we're sort of in this third phase now where the arrow's pointing up and we have realigned our strategy here and we found a way to be sustainable and to be able to continue to build on something where hopefully we can continue to find interesting technology that's out there. We have an ongoing partnership with, as an example, Johns Hopkins University to try to develop a test to help address lupus nephritis. So this is a particular form of organ manifestation of lupus. It's one of the more common manifestations of lupus, and one of the more devastating forms of lupus, in that almost 50% of lupus patients will have kidney involvement at some point in their disease. And as much as 10 to 20% of patients who do have lupus nephritis will go on to unfortunately develop end stage kidney disease and require dialysis or kidney transplant. So it's obviously life altering and can be, very impactful to individuals. So, to be able to work on something like that and be able to potentially alter the trajectory of someone's life in that way is pretty cool to think about. And, not everyone gets to do that. I mean, it's not that other jobs aren't meaningful, it's just not everyone gets the opportunity to do that kind of thing. And if you can also find joy in what you're doing in your job. I think that's also great too. I mean, it's really cliche, the things people say, and so I won't do it. The whole, like, " If you like what you do, you never work." Believe me, it's work. I do feel like I'm working sometimes, for sure, but I can't complain. I do, for the most part, have fun with what I'm doing. I'm fortunate enough, I have a great team of people, well-- three teams of people-- that I really enjoy working with, and being able to work with people and see them grow and develop and be a part of that is also super rewarding as well too. So, yeah, I'm just, I'm having a lot of fun. [00:20:26] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. Excellent. Wonderful. Well, gosh, I'm gonna pivot the conversation just for fun a little bit. Imagine that you were to be offered a million dollars to teach a masterclass on anything you want. Now, this could be within your industry, but it doesn't have to be. What would you choose to teach? [00:20:45] Tyler O'Malley: I think that-- maybe this is kind of fun, probably not-- but I think that ,I don't know why, and it's funny because it's-- I don't even know if this qualifies because I don't even know how I would teach it-- but I think I'm fairly good at guesstimating numbers and it's really useful in that it helps in a lot of different situations to be able to shortcut math. And to be clear, it's not that I'm doing long division in my head or anything like that, but it's, if you can kind of shortcut and get the approximate number, it can be really useful. And it's a nice kind of party trick too kind of thing. Again, I don't know how I would teach it 'cause it's sort of like it's up here, and I don't know how I would externalize that, but yeah, that's something I feel like would be kind of cool to figure out how I could teach that. [00:21:35] Lindsey Dinneen: Absolutely. Yeah. It's a superpower. So it would be very cool to try to then-- you've got this innate ability-- so then to try to break it down into how does somebody else develop the skill sets that you just sort of possess, and go from there. That would be really entertaining. I love it. Great answer. Okay. And then the next question is, how do you wish to be remembered after you leave this world? [00:21:59] Tyler O'Malley: Yeah. Well, that's a deep question. I think that the most meaningful impact that you can have is the impression you leave on the people that you interacted with, right? And I think, for me, I would just hope that the people that I've had the chance to spend time with-- obviously family, friends, people I worked with, people who worked on my teams-- I would just hope that as they would reflect on the time that we had together, that it would be a memory that was time well spent and that hopefully there are some good shared experiences that we had and that hopefully I left something that was meaningful. But as it relates to the work that we're doing, I hope that the impact that we're having-- some of it has a longer reach than even what we can see today, 'cause I think, truly being selfless is trying to build things that you'll never realize the benefit of: planting trees that you'll never sit under yourself. It's for someone else down the line in the future. [00:23:14] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. Yeah. I love thinking about it in those terms too: being willing to do your bits of good and let them go out into the world and not necessarily know the ripple effects and still use that as a worthwhile use of your time. I love that. And then final question, what is one thing that makes you smile every time you see or think about it? [00:23:39] Tyler O'Malley: Yeah, I think the easy answer is probably my kids. So I have two kids, and that's kind of the reprieve from the work life and kind of focusing on all this important stuff that we're trying to do here at work, but being able to kind of break away from that and focus on building them up and watching them grow and develop and become their own person is really cool. It's obviously a unique experience and it's a nice thing to be able to think about when you need something to kind of bring you back up. [00:24:12] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah, absolutely. Just a different way of looking at the world from such a fun perspective. I love that. [00:24:19] Tyler O'Malley: Yeah. [00:24:20] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. Well, Tyler, this has been such a great conversation. I so appreciate your time today telling us a little bit about your story, the company, and all the incredible work that you guys are doing to change lives for a better world. And we are so honored to be making a donation on your behalf as a thank you for your time today to Save the Children, which works to end the cycle of poverty by ensuring communities have the resources to provide children with a healthy, educational, and safe environment. So thank you so much for choosing that charity to support, and thank you so much for being here and thank you for doing what you do. [00:24:59] Tyler O'Malley: Thank you. It's it's been a pleasure. [00:25:01] Lindsey Dinneen: Excellent, and thank you also to our listeners for tuning in, and if you're feeling as inspired as I am, I'd love it if you'd share this episode with a colleague or two and we'll catch you next time. 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