Podcast appearances and mentions of Ross Butler

A series of dynamic conversations hosted by Simon Witney, sustainable finance specialist, joined by two expert guests. Simon's guests, Ross Butler, Managing Director of Linear B Group, and Tosin Adeyeri, Partner in our Funds team, debate opposing answers to this topical question. Listen now to learn what ESG-linked carried interest means and how it works, plus the pros and cons of incorporating non-financial KPIs into fund economics from their frontline perspective.The episode ends with a one-sentence answer from each expert guest to… Should your next fund include and ESG or perhaps impacts linked carried interest?

Donald H. Chew, Jr., founding editor of the Journal of Applied Corporate Finance, joins Ross Butler on Fund Shack to discuss the evolution of corporate finance and its impact on national wealth. Based on his latest book, The Making of Modern Corporate Finance, Chew explores the shareholder revolution, Japan's stagnation, China's middle-income trap, and private equity's role in reshaping global markets. A masterclass in corporate & financial governance, offering insights into how corporate finance fuels economic prosperity.

Welcome to a very special Par 3 Podcast & we're here to have fun with Golf & Adulting! J.R. Smith & Stephen Malbon are here with Ross Butler (Actor/Producer) to discuss: Getting into golf, playing during COVID, how he trains to get better, parallels of basketball to golf, similarities between golf and skateboarding, muscle memory, the less information the better for swing thoughts, actor mind games, flow state, visualization, the importance of tempo, secret to being a great putter, being a tennis player, martial arts in relation to golf, his route as an actor, playing golf in Malaysia & South Korea, how Malbon Golf exploded in popularity in Asia, J.R.'s experience of playing basketball in China, bringing your own clubs to Top Golf, people playing with blades & more. This is the golf talk the world has been waiting for! Par 3 Podcast Merchandise is available for Purchase at: https://www.par3podcast.com/ Made possible by DBPodcasts https://www.DBPodcasts.com Visit https://www.MalbonGolf.com Follow @stephenmalbon, @teamswish, @par3podcast on Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Arjun Raghavan, CEO of Partners Capital is the man private equity executives trust with their money. And not just them. Partners Capital has evolved from managing private equity executives' wealth to overseeing $60 billion for smaller endowments, family offices, and foundations globally. In this conversation, Arjun speaks to Ross Butler about the firm's "Advanced Endowment Approach", emphasizing diversification, resilience, and early-stage access to niche opportunities.  Origins and Growth Partners Capital was founded in 2001 to offer investment management services inspired by the endowment model. Initially focused on private equity partners, the firm expanded to serve smaller institutional clients and family offices. Under Arjun's leadership, the firm scaled operations globally, now managing $60 billion across Europe, Asia, and the US. Twin-Engine Investment Philosophy Central to Partners Capital's strategy is the twin-engine model. The beta engine focuses on cost-efficient diversification across traditional and alternative asset classes. Meanwhile, the alpha engine targets illiquid, high-return opportunities, providing both resilience and enhanced returns. Together, these engines ensure robust portfolio performance through cycles. Adapting to Market Dynamics In a challenging market environment marked by concentrated gains in public equities and the saturation of alternatives, Partners Capital remains agile. It prioritises resilience through true diversification, embracing strategies like private debt, venture capital, and specialist asset management.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ross Butler speaks with Edward Talmor-Gera, Founder and CEO of NewVest, and Matthew Chapman, Director at NewVest. NewVest is a pioneering company providing low-cost, diversified index funds for private equity, private debt, and other private market strategies — revolutionizing how investors access private markets. Insights: Why Passive Investing in Private Markets is Revolutionary Edward explains how indexing challenges traditional notions about private equity by providing diversified exposure to the market's average return, which has consistently outperformed the median. He reveals that 70% of private equity funds in any vintage year underperform the pooled average, making an index approach both efficient and attractive. Debunking Myths About Private Equity Performance Edward and Matthew address a common myth: that trying to select top-performing funds is the only way to succeed in private equity. They share data proving that relative performance persistence among fund managers is statistically limited, making an index strategy a reliable alternative. NewVest's Unique Approach Fund Structure: NewVest employs a no-management-fee structure, charging only a low carry.  Access to Top Funds: NewVest invests in the 50 largest private equity and private debt funds each year, gaining near-complete access to the top players in the industry, including Blackstone, KKR, and Carlyle. Diversification and Cost Efficiency: By weighting investments according to target fund sizes, NewVest offers exposure to the asset class while drastically reducing fees and risk compared to active fund selection. The Evolution of Private Markets Investing Matthew emphasizes how passive instruments complement active strategies, allowing investors to focus on areas where they can achieve true alpha while leveraging the stability of an index for broader diversification. Future Plans and the Vision for Private Markets NewVest envisions a future where passive investing in private markets is as ubiquitous as it is in public markets. They aim to introduce sector-specific and niche indices, such as clean tech or geographic-focused products, and even indices for first-time funds. Aligning Interests and Democratizing Access Edward shares how NewVest's alignment with LPs and innovative approach is attracting institutions, family offices, and even individual investors.  Subscribe Now on your preferred platform to gain more expert insights in private capital. LinkedIn: Fund Shack LinkedIn Spotify: Fund Shack on Spotify Apple Podcasts: Fund Shack on Apple Podcasts YouTube: Fund Shack on YouTube Amazon Music: Fund Shack on Amazon Music Audible: Fund Shack on Audible Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Achieving Success with Olivia Atkin Episode 110 "Achieving Success By Harnessing Fear As Fuel with Actor Ricky He"Olivia talks personal and professional achievements with Ricky He. Ricky has become a familiar face in television, with standout roles in hit shows like The Good Doctor, Arrow, and A Million Little Things. He's currently starring as Kenny Liu in the Russo Brothers' popular sci-fi horror series FROM, now entering its highly anticipated third season. On top of that, Ricky is set to hit the big screen in 2025 with the feature film Worth the Wait, alongside Lana Condor and Ross Butler. Not only an actor, Ricky is also a musician and a dedicated martial artist, training in submission grappling and Muay Thai.Join Olivia every Tuesday as she brings on top notch guests to talk about how they are Achieving Success! Career Development Book and More at Achieving-success.comStay Connected With Us:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/achieving-success-llcInstagram: @_achievingsuccessTwitter: @_achievesuccessFacebook: @Achieving SuccessBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/achieving-success-with-olivia-atkin--5743662/support.

Ross Butler speaks with David Whileman, Partner at Inflexion Private Equity, about the untapped potential of minority private equity investments. David shares how minority investing provides entrepreneurs with the resources to scale without selling their businesses. The conversation explores the fund's strategy, its impact on portfolio companies, and the competitive advantages of minority investments in addressing a vast market underserved by traditional private equity. Insights: The Untapped Potential of Minority Investments: David explains how minority investing offers private equity benefits without requiring businesses to sell outright. This approach opens private equity to 75% of companies that are not typically for sale, particularly family-owned or entrepreneur-led businesses. Inflexion's Partnership Capital Fund Performance: Since launching in 2015, the fund has raised £1.75 billion, completed 24 investments, and exited nine, including several that achieved exceptional growth. David emphasizes the fund's ability to serve as the first institutional investor for established companies averaging £350 million in value. Building Trusted Relationships: Key to minority investing is fostering trust and alignment with entrepreneurs. David highlights how Partnership Capital avoids prescriptive exit strategies, allowing for collaborative decisions that benefit both investors and business owners. Expanding Globally and Corporate Partnerships: Inflexion has extended its reach across Europe and recently into corporate partnerships, where it supports divisions of large corporations seeking independence while maintaining alignment with their parent companies. Value Creation Beyond Capital: Inflexion delivers more than funding, offering expertise in talent management, technology adoption, pricing strategies, and global expansion. Its offices worldwide provide portfolio companies with the tools to enter new markets and scale effectively. Cultural Fit and Talent Recruitment: David underlines the importance of hiring professionals with emotional intelligence and entrepreneurial mindsets. He describes Inflexion's team as diverse and collaborative, ensuring alignment with the needs of entrepreneurs. RW Blears: Our sponsor for this episode is RW Blears, a UK law firm specialising in fund management. If you are a UK venture capital manager or growth investor and need a trusted legal adviser, visit https://blears.com/ #PrivateEquity #MinorityInvesting #PartnershipCapital #InflexionPrivateEquity #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #PrivateEquityPodcast #DavidWhileman #FundShack #AlternativeInvestments #CollaborativeInvesting #PrivateEquityInsights #RossButler Subscribe Now on your preferred platform to gain more expert insights in private capital. LinkedIn: Fund Shack LinkedIn Spotify: Fund Shack on Spotify Apple Podcasts: Fund Shack on Apple Podcasts YouTube: Fund Shack on YouTube Amazon Music: Fund Shack on Amazon Music Audible: Fund Shack on Audible Contact Information: About Fund Shack: Fund Shack is a private equity podcast and global media channel for alternative investment professionals, produced by Linear B Group. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode Summary Ricky will be returning in the third season of the Russo Brothers' hit sci-fi horror series “FROM”(MGM+). He has been a series regular playing “Kenny Liu” for all three seasons of this wildly popular science fiction horror series from the creators of “LOST.” Ricky will also star in the upcoming feature film “WORTH THE WAIT,” alongside Lana Condor, Andrew Koji and Ross Butler, premiering in 2025.

In this episode of Fund Shack, Ross Butler speaks with Colm Walsh, Managing Director of ICG Enterprise Trust. ICG Enterprise Trust is a listed private equity investor managed by ICG, a global alternative asset manager. Colm shares insights on ICG's investment strategies, including their focus on buyouts, the benefit of being part of ICG's extensive platform, and the importance of experienced managers in achieving consistent returns. They also discuss the unique advantages of the investment trust structure for private equity and Colm's perspective on the evolving private equity landscape. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Ross Butler talks to Karen Sands, COO of Federated Hermes' private equity division, where she oversees $20 billion in private market assets as part of a larger $770 billion AUM. Karen provides insight into Federated Hermes' shift into private markets, their strategic focus on ESG, and her role in managing operations. They explore the importance of scalable infrastructure, the evolving investor landscape, and the operational challenges faced by private equity firms today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Founded in mid-1990s, Partners Group launched its first vehicle accessible to individual investors in the early naughties. Today it is at the frontline of the democratisation of private equity. In this episode, Ross Butler speaks to Joanna Asfour, the firm's managing director of client solutions, to discuss how private equity can help DC pensioners in the UK access private markets. We look particularly at LTAFs, the UK equivalent of ELTIFs and the various nuances of providing relatively simple access to the asset class for DC pension trustees, which can often require the involvement of life insurance platforms and master trusts.

Sunaina Sinha, Global Head of Private Capital Advisory at Raymond James, talks to Ross Butler about the challenges of raising private capital funds in today's market. This episode is supported by Datasite,  the leading M&A platform for dealmakers. https://www.datasite.com/en Fundraising cycles have extended to 22-23 months on average, reflecting the challenging environment. Firms must offer co-investments, fee discounts, and management fee holidays to attract investors. The tenor of fundraising conversations has shifted, with private equity firms needing to provide various incentives to secure commitments. We cover dry powder, the rise of co-investments, and the influence of Middle Eastern and private wealth in the market. 2023 was marked by significant challenges due to a liquidity squeeze and reduced exit activities.  This environment has been tough for institutional limited partners, leading to a shift in investment metrics. (i.e. DPI is the new IRR) Rise of Co-Investments How investors are leveraging their power to demand fee-free co-investments. Sector Focus: Private Credit and Infrastructure Private credit is booming due to bank pullbacks and high-interest rates, while infrastructure investments are attractive due to their tangible nature and inflation resistance.  Thank you to our episode partner Datasite, the leading M&A platform for dealmakers. For more information, visit: www.datasite.com #wheredealsaremade #PrivateEquity #privatecapital #alternativeinvestments #Fundraising #RaymondJames #InvestmentTrends #DPI #CoInvestments #PrivateCredit #Infrastructure

Ross Butler hosts Patrick Turner, Managing Director at VSS Capital Partners, a US-based lower mid-market private equity firm founded in 1981, originally named Veronis Suhler Stevenson. Patrick joined VSS in 2014, bringing a wealth of experience from his extensive career in leveraged buyouts in the US, and private equity in China. VSS focuses on the US lower mid-market, specifically targeting three verticals: education, healthcare, and outsourced business services with a technology angle. VSS's approach to structured capital, which includes debt, preferred equity, and equity, tailored to the needs of founders looking to grow their businesses without giving up control. This strategy allows VSS to be competitive and less dilutive compared to traditional growth capital. KEY HIGHLIGHTS: VSS focuses on the US lower mid-market, specifically targeting three verticals: education, healthcare, and outsourced business services with a technology angle. VSS's approach to structured capital, which includes debt, preferred equity, and equity, tailored to the needs of founders looking to grow their businesses without giving up control. This strategy allows VSS to be competitive and less dilutive compared to traditional growth capital. FOLLOW FUND SHACK ON Spotify and you can also find us here: LinkedIn Watch on YouTube #privateequity #venturecapital #MidMarket #StructuredCapital #privatecredit #leveragedbuyouts #growthcapital #BusinessServices #HealthcareInvestment #EducationInvestment #TechInvestment #AlternativeInvestments #podcast Fund Shack is a private equity podcast and global media channel for alternative investment professionals. Fund Shack is produced by Linear B Group and if you are interested in appearing on the show, wish to propose a client, or are interested in sponsorship, contact: Katie Mitchell katie@linearb.media Linear B Group

Mike Smeed is managing director of InMotion Ventures, the corporate venturing arm of Jaguar Land Rover. In this episode of the Fund Shack podcast, he speaks to Ross Butler about what the company looks for in start-up candidates and the rapidly evolving nature of corporate venture capital.

Mid Europa Partners pioneered private equity buyout investing in Central Europe, launching in 1999. Robert Knorr has been managing partner since 2007. He was recently awarded Private Equity Mid Market Leader of the Year at the Real Deals private equity awards for his pivotal role in investment in the region. In this podcast he talks to Ross Butler about opportunities from Poland to the Baltics, and a very big win in Romania with Profi.

With a deal drought across the global private equity industry, we talk to Chris Field of global law firm Dechert about what's next for M&A and buyout deal flow for 2024. We discuss valuations and defensive deal structures as vendors and buyers find ways to come together. Top quote: "I have never worked on an earn-out, ever, that has not resulted in some form of dispute.'" In this Fund Shack podcast with Ross Butler, Chris reveals what it takes to make it as a top private equity lawyer. 

Private equity is a great way of investing in uncertain, high growth environments. Strange then, that the African private equity industry is so small. In fact, Stephane Bacquaert, managing partner of Adenia Capital, argues that the mature Western private capital industry has systematically misunderstood the African opportunity, and its risk profile in particulare. In this Fund Shack podcast with Ross Butler, he talks about managing one of Africa's largest buyout funds, and the value that so many investors are missing out on.

Daniel Zwirn is CEO of Arena Investors LP. In this episode of the Fund Shack private equity podcast, he talks to Ross Butler about the opportunities in private markets, and how to prosecute them in a way that truly aligns incentives with underlying investors. [00:00:16] Ross Butler: You're listening to fund Shack. I'm Ross Butler, and today my guest is Daniel Zwern, CEO and CIO of Arena Investors, a global asset manager that seeks out special situations across the world. Daniel has some very alternative perspectives on the opportunities in private markets and how to prosecute them. And so we […]

Daniel Zwirn is CEO of Arena Investors LP. In this episode of the Fund Shack private equity podcast, he talks to Ross Butler about the opportunities in private markets, and how to prosecute them in a way that truly aligns incentives with underlying investors. [00:00:16] Ross Butler: You’re listening to fund Shack. I’m Ross Butler, […]

It's the last @EchoChamberFP https://www.instagram.com/echochamberfp/ of 2023!!! Today we have New Line Cinema, Warner Bros. Pictures take on a DC Studios property, and Universal Pictures, Illumination adaptation of a classic Nintendo game. Things get trippy on holiday thanks to Film Forge, Hero Squared & Neon, and Legendary Pictures & Sony Pictures bring comedy to life! THEN, AGC Studios, Relativity Media & Signature Entertainment close things with some action!!! Today we have: Shazam! Fury of the Gods Watch Review: Here. https://youtu.be/nrlIh2788PU Fox Village Theatre: 14th March 2023 Theatrical Release Date: 17th March 2023 Digital Release Date: 6th December 2023 Director: David F. Sandberg Cast: Zachary Levi, Asher Angel, Jack Dylan Grazer, Rachel Zegler, Adam Brody, Ross Butler, Ian Chen, D. J. Cotrona, Jovan Armand, Grace Caroline Currey, Meagan Good, Faithe Herman, Marta Milans, Cooper Andrews, Lucy Liu, Djimon Hounsou, Helen Mirren, Gal Gadot, Jennifer Holland, Steve Agee Running Time: 130 min Cert: 12a Trailer: Here. https://youtu.be/Zi88i4CpHe4?si=PY5Wh_UqqSaB6BaU Watch via Apple TV+: Here. https://tv.apple.com/gb/movie/shazam-fury-of-the-gods/umc.cmc.tu1nk49297soejvl43t2ro76?action=play Website: Here. https://www.dc.com/shazam -------------- The Super Mario Bros. Movie Watch Review: Here. https://youtu.be/UQEXd_IAP30 Theatrical Release Date: 5th April 2023 Digital Release Date: 25th December 2023 Director: Aaron Horvath, Michael Jelenic, Pierre Leduc, Fabien Polack Cast: Chris Pratt, Anya Taylor-Joy, Charlie Day, Jack Black, Keegan-Michael Key, Seth Rogen, Fred Armisen, Kevin Michael Richardson, Sebastian Maniscalco, Charles Martinet, Jessica DiCicco Running Time: 92 min Cert: PG Trailer: Here. https://youtu.be/DdD9geN6erk?si=utBqx3JLkCu5RC7A Watch via Apple TV+: Here. https://tv.apple.com/us/movie/the-super-mario-bros-movie/umc.cmc.lnitkepcr7q85n755kia38uc Website: Here. https://www.thesupermariobros.movie/ -------------- Infinity Pool Watch Review: Here. https://youtu.be/TSQ-_wdbd7o Theatrical Release Date: 3rd January 2023 Digital Release Date: 26th November 2023 Director: Brandon Cronenberg Cast: Alexander Skarsgård, Mia Goth, Cleopatra Coleman, Jalil Lespert, Amanda Brugel, John Ralston, Jeffrey Ricketts, Caroline Boulton, Thomas Kretschmann Running Time: 118 min Cert: 18 Trailer: Here. https://youtu.be/PVnIMvVEkrA?si=bvgh6JZEmJNAJQQy Watch via Apple TV+: Here. https://tv.apple.com/gb/movie/infinity-pool/umc.cmc.6sk45qwjo0w211t6ygw5yeemt?playableId=tvs.sbd.9001%3A1684393291 -------------- The Machine Watch Review: Here. https://youtu.be/S7u4nG6Rkd4 Theatrical Release Date: 26th May 2023 Digital Release Date: 20th December 2023 Director: Peter Atencio Cast: Bert Kreischer, Mark Hamill, Jimmy Tatro, Iva Babić, Robert Maaser, Stephanie Kurtzuba, Martyn Ford, Jessica Gabor, Rita Bernard Shaw, Nikola Đuričko, Oleg Taktarov, Amelie Villiers, Marko Nedeljkovic, Aleksandar Srećković, Mercedes De La Cruz Running Time: 112 min Cert: 15 Trailer: Here. https://youtu.be/AwDKLEaJxMk?si=_Myo9clgX8tiYUTq Watch via Apple TV+: Here. https://tv.apple.com/movie/the-machine/umc.cmc.2zfbbxfj7fnnsqp0tqdriurga Website: Here. https://www.sonypictures.com/movies/themachine -------------- Freelance Watch Review: Here. https://youtu.be/Z0SpdZM_tnE Theatrical Release Date: 27th October 2023 Digital Release Date: 1st January 2024 Director: Pierre Morel Cast: John Cena, Alison Brie, Christian Slater, Alice Eve, Molly McCann, Juan Pablo Raba, Marton Csokas, Sebastián Eslava Running Time: 109 min Cert: 18 Trailer: Here. https://youtu.be/HrJ6qfSDWLc Website: Here. https://freelance.movie/home/ ---------------- *(Music) 'Da Joint' (Instrumental) by EPMD - 2020 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eftv/message

Hans Lovrek stumbled on Medieval Florentine documents that showed structures were being used to align interests in ventures with high information asymmetry that were uncannily similar to today's limited partnerships. Through a method of historical institutionalism, Hans demonstrates how the same techniques have been used to solve similar problems, down the ages, and that today's private equity industry is based on ideas that successful trading nations have used before. This episodes was recorded in March 2019 and is released on podcast for the first time in December 2023. [00:00:00] Ross Butler: You're listening to fund Shack. I'm Ross Butler, and […]

Yaron Valler is a founder of venture capital firm Target Global. He is a successful entrepreneur and investor, and was part of the team at Intel that invented the Pentium Processor. In this episode of the Fund Shack podcast, he talks to Ross Butler about how AI will change ‘everything’, virtual reality, how government’s should […]

Yaron Valler is a founder of venture capital firm Target Global. He is a successful entrepreneur and investor, and was part of the team at Intel that invented the Pentium Processor. In this episode of the Fund Shack podcast, he talks to Ross Butler about how AI will change ‘everything', virtual reality, how government's should direct innovation and risk capital, and much more. [00:00:00] Ross Butler: You're listening to Fund Shack. I'm Ross Butler, and today I'm speaking with Yaron Valler, a founder at Target Global, a venture capital firm with offices in London, Berlin, Barcelona, Tel Aviv and elsewhere. […]

Sanjay Panchal is a partner at Livingbridge, a leading international growth capital investor, where he specialises in healthcare. In this episode he speaks to Ross Butler about the opportunities for private equity investors across the healthcare sector. [00:00:00] Ross Butler: You’re listening to Fund Shack. I’m Ross Butler and this week I’m talking with Sanjay […]

Sanjay Panchal is a partner at Livingbridge, a leading international growth capital investor, where he specialises in healthcare. In this episode he speaks to Ross Butler about the opportunities for private equity investors across the healthcare sector. [00:00:00] Ross Butler: You're listening to Fund Shack. I'm Ross Butler and this week I'm talking with Sanjay Panchal, a partner at Livingbridge, a leading mid market private equity firm. Sanjay focuses on healthcare, and in this discussion he explains the dynamics and the opportunities in this complex sector from an investor's perspective. Sanjay. Welcome to Fund Shack. You focus on healthcare at […]

Marcus Maier-Krug is partner and co-head of portfolio management at Arcmont. He has been working in private credit since before the global financial crisis. In this episode, recorded in November 2023, we discuss what constitutes alpha in private credit, what it's attractions are as an asset class, whether it can retain the market share it has taken from the traditional banking world, the different mindset and culture of private credit lenders vis a vis their borrowers, and much more… [00:00:00] Ross Butler: You're listening to Fund Shack. I'm Ross Butler, and this week I'm talking with Marcus Maier-Krug, partner and […]

Alejandro Alcalde Rasch is a senior director in Advent International‘s portfolio support group. He joined Advent in 2010 having been chief transformation officer and head of supply at Gröhe AG and a partner in McKinsey’s chemicals practice. In this Fund Shack podcast, Alejandro talks to Ross Butler about the genesis of Advent’s dedicated portfolio support […]

Alejandro Alcalde Rasch is a senior director in Advent International‘s portfolio support group. He joined Advent in 2010 having been chief transformation officer and head of supply at Gröhe AG and a partner in McKinsey's chemicals practice. In this Fund Shack podcast, Alejandro talks to Ross Butler about the genesis of Advent's dedicated portfolio support group, how it has grown over time, what he looks for in value creation professionals, how the team works alongside deal executives and the importance of a value creation plan. [00:00:00] Ross Butler: You're listening to fund Shack. I'm Ross Butler, and today I'm speaking […]

Harvard professor Josh Lerner explains the risks and requirements of public intervention in establishing a thriving venture capital and entrepreneurial ecosystem. Professor Lerner tells Ross Butler that seeding a venture capital industry is a difficult and slow process – it’s not just the case of emulating Silicon Valley. With reference to his classic work, ‘Boulevard […]

Harvard professor Josh Lerner explains the risks and requirements of public intervention in establishing a thriving venture capital and entrepreneurial ecosystem. Professor Lerner tells Ross Butler that seeding a venture capital industry is a difficult and slow process – it's not just the case of emulating Silicon Valley. With reference to his classic work, ‘Boulevard of Broken Dreams‘, Ross Butler asks for Josh's key recommendations, and in particular whether increasing the supply of venture capital or the demand for it, is the more sensible route for policymakers. With reference to the US, Japan, Australia, the EU and Great Britain, this […]

Andros Payne talks to Ross Butler about the holy grail of private equity value creation: a systematic, quantitative approach to cultural and behavioural change. What makes businesses work well? Andros Payne is an engineer and entrepreneur who has spent two decades codifying and benchmarking the behaviours of senior and middle managers that are proven to drive growth and underpin cohesive and healthy cultures. His firm, Humatica, has worked with some of the leading private equity firms in applying the methodology to their portfolio companies. In this Fund Shack podcast, he explains how he has managed to make objective and transparent […]

Andros Payne talks to Ross Butler about the holy grail of private equity value creation: a systematic, quantitative approach to cultural and behavioural change. What makes businesses work well? Andros Payne is an engineer and entrepreneur who has spent two decades codifying and benchmarking the behaviours of senior and middle managers that are proven to […]

Private equity podcast with Ross Butler and Reynir Indahl of Summa Equity on Impact investment.

Private equity podcast with Ross Butler and Reynir Indahl of Summa Equity on Impact investment.

Douglas Hansen-Luke speaks to Ross Butler on the Fund Shack podcast. Topics: impact investing, university spin-outs, pension fund reforms.

Douglas Hansen-Luke speaks to Ross Butler on the Fund Shack podcast. Topics: impact investing, university spin-outs, pension fund reforms.

Jeff and Phil rewind and revisit their 2019 conversation with filmmaker Valerie Soe, director of the documentary Love Boat: Taiwan, and writer Abigail Hing Wen, author of the bestselling young adult novel Loveboat, Taipei -- now adapted for the screen as the feature film Love in Taipei, starring Ashley Liao and Ross Butler. They discuss the Taiwanese summer cultural program notoriously known as "Love Boat" and why it was the perfect, long overdue moment to tell these stories.

Greetings Programs!  Join us this week as we discuss Shazam: Fury of the Gods and The Super Mario Bros Movie.  One of these movies is fun; you'll have to listen to find out which! BONUS CONTENT:     Patreon supporters at every tier get access to this week's bonus conversation, in which we dive into It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, one of Matt's favourite shows and one that Simon has just started watching for the first time.  Support starts at just CAD $2 per month!  https://www.patreon.com/posts/may-28th-2023-in-83692035EPISODE HOMEPAGE:     Find JustWatch powered streaming links for both movies, our ratings, and all of our other content at this episodes's homepage: https://awesomefriday.ca/2023/05/podcast-shazam-fury-of-the-gods-the-super-marios-bros-movie/CONNECT WITH US:      Matthew on Twitter: @SmatthewAF Simon on Twitter: @TemporaryPen Home:   AwesomeFriday.ca Awesome Friday on Twitter: @AwesomeFridayCa    Awesome Friday on Facebook: Awesome Friday Awesome Friday on Instagram: @AwesomeFridayCa AwesomeFriday on YouTube: Awesome Friday Email Awesome Friday: Contact Us SUPPORT:             Patreon    Ko-Fi SHOW LINKS: Awesome Friday on Apple Podcasts Awesome Friday on Amazon Music Awesome Friday on Deezer Awesome Friday on Goodpods Awesome Friday on Google Podcasts Awesome Friday on iHeartRadio Awesome Friday on JioSaavn Awesome Friday on Overcast Awesome Friday on Spotify Awesome Friday on Stitcher Awesome Friday on TuneIn  

This week we discuss the latest film in the DC Universe - Shazam! Fury of the Gods - directed by David F. Sandberg and starring Zachary Levi, Asher Angel, Grace Caroline Currey, Jack Dylan Grazer, Rachel Zegler, Adam Brody, Ross Butler, Meagan Good, Lucy Liu, Djimon Hounsou, and Helen Mirren. Continuing where the first film left off, this film follows Billy Batson and his family of superheroes (Shazamily) empowered by the magic of the ancient wizard, Shazam. This film has drawn the discontent of many fans who struggle to see how an artifact of a toppled Warner Brothers regime can relate and connect with the new DCEU led by James Gunn. Nonetheless, any film should be able to stand on its' own legs and not rely on the ceaseless industry of interconnected content... right? Does this newest installment have the magic it needs to set itself apart, or has it been disenchanted by the studio circumstance it finds itself in? Listen to find out: But... Is Shazam! Fury of the Gods Good?If you'd like to suggest a film or film franchise, or if you'd just like to say hello, you can reach us at biigpodcast@gmail.com, @biigpodcast on Twitter, or @butisitgoodpodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are bringing you another 'TWO Part @EchoChamberFP https://www.instagram.com/echochamberfp/ this week!!! In 'Part ONE', we have a new Prime Video exclusive from Constantin Film & Decal Releasing, an indie horror / comedy from Diamond Dog Entertainment. AND, two very different indie features, a drama / fantasy from MGM, and a comedy / drama from Canal+ & Neon, both dropping end of late last year! Today we have: Perfect Addiction Watch Review: Here. https://youtu.be/N6xkaqtv7VQ Digital Release Date: 24th March 2023 Director: Castille Landon Cast: Kiana Madeira, Ross Butler, Matthew Noszka, Bree Winslow, Ryan Bown, Alex Czerwinsk Running Time: 97 min Cert: 18 Trailer: Here. https://youtu.be/FibtBUxV9hY Watch via Apple TV+: Here. https://tv.apple.com/us/movie/perfect-addiction/umc.cmc.37hfbj9ro0lz4c4x4w7njvtw4 Watch via Prime Video: Here. https://www.primevideo.com/detail/Perfect-Addiction/0MC52SEANJGEVI6FFSH2S6AGYU Website: Here. https://www.decalreleasing.com/films/perfect-addiction/ ------------ Summoning Sylvia Watch Review: Here. https://youtu.be/7S84N43zA0M Theatrical Release Date: 31st March 2023 Digital Release Date: 7th April 2023 Director: Wesley Taylor, Alex Wyse Cast: Travis Coles, Michael Urie, Frankie Grande, Nicholas Logan, Troy Iwata, Noah Ricketts, Sean Grandillo, Camden Garcia, Veanne Cox Running Time: 74 min Cert: 18 Trailer: Here. https://youtu.be/GkUDvhmRaNY Website: Here. https://www.summoningsylvia.com/ Twitter: @summoningsylvia https://twitter.com/summoningsylvia Instagram: @summoningsylvia https://www.instagram.com/summoningsylvia/ ------------ Three Thousand Years of Longing Watch Review: Here. https://youtu.be/pRCOBnlZS2w 2022 Cannes Film Festival: 20th May 2022 Theatrical Release Date: 2nd September 2022 Digital Release Date: 29th March 2023 Director: George Miller Cast: Tilda Swinton, Alyla Browne, Idris Elba, Erdil Yaşaroğlu, Sarah Houbolt, Aamito Lagum, Nicolas Mouawad, Ece Yüksel, Matteo Bocelli, Lachy Hulme, Megan Gale, Oğulcan Arman Uslu, Jack Braddy, Hugo Vella, Zerrin Tekindor, Anna Adams, Burcu Gölgedar Running Time: 108 min Cert: 15 Trailer: Here. https://youtu.be/TWGvntl9itE Watch via Prime Video: Here. https://www.amazon.com/Three-Thousand-Years-Longing-Swinton/dp/B0B8PTT9WD Website: Here. https://www.threethousandyearsoflonging.co.uk/home/ Twitter: @3000yearsmovie https://twitter.com/3000yearsmovie Instagram: @3000yearsmovie https://www.instagram.com/3000yearsmovie/ ------------ Triangle of Sadness Watch Review: Here. https://youtu.be/jI_2e139Fc8 2022 Cannes Film Festival: 21st May 2022 Theatrical Release Date: 28th October 2022 Digital Release Date: 28th March 2023 Director: Ruben Östlund Cast: Harris Dickinson, Charlbi Dean, Dolly De Leon, Zlatko Burić, Henrik Dorsin, Vicki Berlin, Iris Berben, Jean-Christophe Folly, Amanda Walker, Oliver Ford Davies, Sunnyi Melles, Woody Harrelson Running Time: 147 min Cert: 15 Trailer: Here. https://youtu.be/VDvfFIZQIuQ Watch via Apple TV+: Here. https://tv.apple.com/de/movie/triangle-of-sadness/umc.cmc.6oh5rve3nyng22546ojytkc9x Watch via Prime Video UK: Here. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Triangle-Sadness-Harris-Dickinson/dp/B0B8TCZHF7 Website: Here. https://www.plattformproduktion.se/films-features#/triangle-of-sadness/ Twitter: @triangleofsad https://twitter.com/triangleofsad Instagram: @triangleofsad https://www.instagram.com/triangleofsad/ ------------ *(Music) 'Pray' by MC Hammer - 1990 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eftv/message

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This week we're yelling out a silly word, becoming a silly hero, and playing fisticuffs with a dame, all while discussing the latest effort from the DCEU ‘Shazam! Fury of the Gods'. Shazam! Fury of the Gods is a 2023 American superhero film based on the DC Comics character Shazam. Produced by New Line Cinema, DC Studios, and the Safran Company, and distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, it is the sequel to Shazam! (2019) and the 12th installment in the DC Extended Universe (DCEU). The film was directed by David F. Sandberg, produced by Peter Safran, and written by Henry Gayden and Chris Morgan, and stars Zachary Levi, Asher Angel, Jack Dylan Grazer, Rachel Zegler, Adam Brody, Ross Butler, Meagan Good, Lucy Liu, Djimon Hounsou, and Helen Mirren. In the film, Billy Batson / Shazam and his foster siblings fight the Daughters of Atlas. We Watched A Thing is supported by Dendy Cinemas Canberra. The best Australian cinema chain showing everything from blockbusters to arthouse and indie films. Find them at https://www.dendy.com.au/ If you like this podcast, or hate it and us and want to tell us so - You can reach us at wewatchedathing@gmail.com Or, Twitter - @WeWatchedAThing Facebook - @WeWatchedAThing Instagram - @WeWatchedAThing and on iTunes and Youtube If you really like us and think we're worth at least a dollar, why not check out our patreon at http://patreon.com/wewatchedathing. Every little bit helps, and you can get access to bonus episodes, early releases, and even tell us what movies to watch.  

This week we discuss Shazam! Fury of the Gods. Dave loved it, John and Jeff had a great time, and we try to keep it positive while discussing the limbo-ness of this character, this franchise, the tone, how the aging of the characters impacted this film, and much more. Check us out! Cast/Crew: Zachary Levi, Asher Angel, Jack Dylan Grazer, David F. Sandberg, Henry Gayden, Chris Morgan, Bill Parker, Rachel Zegler, Adam Brody, Meagan Good, Djimon Hounsou, Helen Mirren, Grace Caroline Currey, Rizwan Manji, Ross Butler, D.J. Cotrona, Lucy Liu. Intro/Cali Floods/Gripes: 0:00 Shazam: 13:45 What've You Been Watching: 64:04 Find all of our Socials at: https://linktr.ee/theloveofcinema Hosts: Dave Green, Jeff Ostermueller, John Say. Edited and produced by Dave Green. Music: soundcloud.com/dasein-artist Beer: @cbarrozo.beer Tags: Philippines, The Philippines, Manila, John Tucker Must Die, teeny weeny beanies, Hydro Flasks, OBS Ninja, SAG Awards, Academy Awards, Oscars, Drugs, Drug Money, Gazebos, DC, Atlas, Marvel, The Flash, Superman, Black Adam, Wonder Woman, Baby Yoda, The Mandalorian, The Last of Us, HBO, HBOMAX, James Gunn,

Robert Winfree, Alexis Hejna, Chris Bailey X3 and Mark Radulich present their Shazam Fury of the Gods 2023 Review!Shazam! Fury of the Gods is a 2023 American superhero film based on the DC Comics character Shazam. Produced by New Line Cinema, DC Studios, the Safran Company, and distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, it is the sequel to Shazam! (2019) and the 12th installment in the DC Extended Universe (DCEU). The film was directed by David F. Sandberg and written by Henry Gayden and Chris Morgan, and stars Zachary Levi, Asher Angel, Jack Dylan Grazer, Rachel Zegler, Adam Brody, Ross Butler, Meagan Good, Lucy Liu, Djimon Hounsou and Helen Mirren. In the film, Billy Batson / Shazam and his foster siblings fight the Daughters of Atlas.Disclaimer: The following may contain offensive language, adult humor, and/or content that some viewers may find offensive – The views and opinions expressed by any one speaker does not explicitly or necessarily reflect or represent those of Mark Radulich or W2M Network.Mark Radulich and his wacky podcast on all the things:https://linktr.ee/markkind76alsosnapchat: markkind76FB Messenger: Mark Radulich LCSWTiktok: @markradulichtwitter: @MarkRadulich

Billy Batson and his super-powered foster family are back in Shazam! Fury of the Gods! Join us as we break down the latest film in the DC Extended Universe. Let us know your thoughts in our live chat! #Shazam! #DC Shazam! Fury of the Gods (2023) is a superhero movie starring Zachary Levi, Asher Angel, Jack Dylan Grazer, Rachel Zegler, Adam Brody, Ross Butler, Meagan Good, D.J. Cotrona, Grace Fulton, Faithe Herman, Lucy Liu, Djimon Hounsou, and Helen Mirren. Subscribe, rate and review! Follow The Watchers in the Basement on social media! Use #WatchersBasement to comment about the show! facebook.com/watchersbasement twitter.com/WatchBasement instagram.com/watchersbasement

This week we saw the sequel to the charming 2019 film, Shazam Fury of the Gods. Directed by David F. Sandberg the film continues the story of teenage Billy Batson who, along with his foster family must fight to save Philadelphia and the world from the Daughters of Atlas. The film stars Zachary Levi, Asher Angel, Jack Dylan Grazer, Rachel Zegler, Adam Brody, Ross Butler, Meagan Good, Lucy Liu, Djimon Hounsou and Helen Mirren. Website : http://tortelliniatnoon.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tortelliniatnoonpodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TortelliniAtNoon Twitter: https://twitter.com/PastaMoviePod

Review các phim ra rạp từ ngày 17/03/2023 SHAZAM! CƠN THỊNH NỘ CỦA CÁC VỊ THẦN C13 Đạo diễn: David F. Sandberg Diễn viên: Zachary Levi, Asher Angel, Jack Dylan Grazer, Adam Brody, Ross Butler, Meagan Good, D.J. Cotrona, Grace Caroline Currey, Faithe Herman, Ian Chen, Jovan Armand, Marta Milans, Cooper Andrews, Djimon Hounsou Thể loại: Hành Động, Phiêu Lưu Một tác phẩm từ New Line Cinema mang tên “Shazam! Fury of the Gods,” tiếp tục câu chuyện về chàng trai Billy Batson, và bản ngã Siêu anh hùng trưởng thành của mình sau khi hô cụm từ “SHAZAM !,” ma thuật. VONG HỒN RƯỚC LỄ C18 Đạo diễn: Victor Garcia Diễn viên: Carla Campra, Aina Quiñones, Marc Soler Thể loại: Kinh Dị Dựa trên truyền thuyết đô thị kinh dị bậc nhất Tây Ban Nha, Vong Hồn Rước Lễ kể về hồn ma ác nghiệt trú ngụ trong thân xác của một con búp bê. Bối cảnh phim diễn ra ở Tây Ban Nha vào cuối thập niên 1980. Sara (Carla Campra) vừa chuyển nhà tới một thị trấn nhỏ khép kín ở tỉnh Tarrgona và đang tìm cách hoà nhập với bạn bè cùng lứa tại đây. Tuy nhiên, chỉ có cô nàng hướng ngoại Rebe (Aina Quiñones) là người sẵn lòng kết giao với Sara. Một hôm, cả hai rủ nhau đi chơi ở một câu lạc bộ đêm và về nhà rất muộn. Trên đường về, họ đụng phải một cô gái nhỏ mặc váy trắng, tay cầm theo con búp bê. Từ thời khắc đó, cơn ác mộng mới thực sự bắt đầu. TÌM NHÀ CHO BOSS Đạo diễn: Kim Joo Hwan Diễn viên: Cha Tae Hyun, Yoo Yeon Seok,.... Thể loại: Hài, Tâm Lý Chuyến hành trình đi tìm chủ mới cho chú chó Runie cùng những tình huống "dở khóc dở cười" của hai anh em Jin Guk và Min Su. CUỘC CHIẾN ĐA VŨ TRỤ (CHIẾU LẠI) C18 Đạo diễn: Daniel Kwan, Daniel Scheinert Diễn viên: Dương Tử Quỳnh, Quan Kế Huy, Stephanie Hsu, James Hong, Jamie Lee Curtis,... Thể loại: Khoa Học Viễn Tưởng, Thần thoại Một phụ nữ trung niên nhập cư người Trung Quốc bị cuốn vào một cuộc phiêu lưu điên cuồng, nơi cô ấy một mình giải cứu thế giới bằng cách khám phá các vũ trụ khác và các bản thể khác của chính cô. ĐÊM TỐI RỰC RỠ (CHIẾU LẠI) C18 Đạo diễn: Aaron Toronto Diễn viên: Kiến An, Phương Dung, Nhã Uyên, Xuân Trang, Diễm Phương, Kim B Thể loại: Hồi hộp, Tâm Lý Khi người ông qua đời, cả gia đình của Xuân Thanh (Nhã Uyên) tề tựu để đưa tiễn. Đám tang diễn ra hoành tráng, xôm tụ và đầy màu sắc. Bỗng dưng một đám người kéo đến đòi nợ trong sự ngỡ ngàng của tất cả. Những bí mật bị phanh phui, bi kịch chồng bi kịch, như một hệ luỵ tổn thương của nạn bạo hành gia đình đầy ám ảnh. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kim-thanh-duong/support

For this week's main podcast review, I am joined by Giovanni Lago & Isaiah Washington to discuss "Shazam! Fury Of The Gods," starring Zachary Levi, Asher Angel, Jack Dylan Grazer, Rachel Zegler, Adam Brody, Ross Butler, Meagan Good, Lucy Liu, Djimon Hounsou & Helen Mirren. Following "Shazam!" the latest film in the DCEU is releasing at an interesting point in DC's history as James Gunn has recently taken the helm at the studio with a new creative direction. Where does that leave Billy Batson and his friends? Tune in as we discuss the story, characters, visual effects, the film's place within the ever-shifting DCEU, and more! Please take a listen down below and enjoy! Thank you! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey everyone, the sequel to the 2019 DC hit - Shazam! Fury of the Gods - has now hit theatres. I, unfortunately, had to wait a to see it because I was a little under the weather but I have now seen it and I can finally understand what people've been saying about this for the past couple of days. While I was a fan of the first Shazam!, this was easily my least anticipated DC film of the year because the trailers just seemed like this sequel had lost all of the heart and charm of the first movie, trading it for generic superhero stuff. Was I right in my concerns... or is Shazam! Fury of the Gods a GREAT entry into the DCEU? Find out in this SPOILER-FREE review. Shazam! Fury of the Gods: Directed by: David F. Sandberg Written by: Henry Gayden and Chris Morgan Shazam created by: Bill Parker and C.C. Beck Produced by: Peter Safran Executive Producers: Marcus Viscidi, Walter Hamada, Richard Brener, Geoff Johns, Dave Neustadter, Victoria Palmer, Adam Schlagman Music by: Christophe Beck Cinematography by: Gyula Pados Film Editing by: Michel Aller Casting by: Rich Delia Production Design by: Paul Kirby Cast: Zachary Levi, Asher Angel, Jack Dylan Grazer, Adam Brody, Ross Butler, Meagan Good, D.J. Cotrona, Grace Caroline Currey, Faithe Herman, Ian Chen, Jovan Armand, Marta Milan, Cooper Andrews, Djimon Hounsou, Rachel Zegler, Lucy Liu , Helen Mirren Synopsis: Billy Batson and his foster siblings, who transform into superheroes by saying “Shazam!”, are forced to get back into action and fight the Daughters of Atlas, who they must stop from using a weapon that could destroy the world.

Daniel, Shahbaz, & Anthony review David F. Sandberg's SHAZAM! FURY OF THE GODS. Bestowed with the powers of the gods, Billy Batson and his fellow foster kids are still learning how to juggle teenage life with their superhero alter egos. When a vengeful trio of ancient gods arrive on Earth in search of the magic stolen from them long ago, Shazam and his allies get thrust into a battle for their superpowers, their lives, and the fate of the world. The film stars Zachary Levi, Asher Angel, Jack Dylan Grazer, Rachel Zegler, Adam Brody, Ross Butler, Meagan Good, Lucy Liu, Djimon Hounsou, and Helen Mirren. Shazam! Fury of the Gods releases in theatres March 17, 2023 by Warner Bros. Pictures.Get 20% OFF MANSCAPED + Free Shipping with promo code MOVIEPOD at MANSCAPED.comWatch and listen to The Movie Podcast review now on all podcast feeds, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.caContact: hello@themoviepodcast.caTHE MOVIE PODCAST ON ET CANADA!THE MOVIE PODCAST MERCHANDISE NOW AVAILABLE!FOLLOW USDaniel on Twitter, Instagram, and LetterboxdShahbaz on Twitter, Instagram, and LetterboxdAnthony on Twitter, Instagram, and LetterboxdThe Movie Podcast on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and YouTube

Will the Shazam sequel incur the fury of the Gods ? Join No Spoiler Reviews' Mark Esper as he finds out in the latest instant reaction podcast after seeing Shazam! Fury of the Gods with Zachary Levi, Adam Brody, Lucy Liu, Djimon Hounsou and Helen Mirren.No Spoiler Reviews - Instant reviews with the surprises left in.= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =LISTEN NOW on:SPOTIFY: https://spoti.fi/2r63NmKAPPLE PODCASTS: https://apple.co/339ZWmOAUDIBLE: https://adbl.co/35fEiDxAMAZON ALEXA / TuneIn: https://bit.ly/339jJ5PGOOGLE PODCASTS: https://bit.ly/36rFeARI HEART RADIO: https://ihr.fm/2N86MUhSTITCHER: https://bit.ly/2JCTnkXOVERCAST: https://bit.ly/3ajVZQpPOCKET CASTS: https://pca.st/vfe4m64wCASTRO: https://bit.ly/2FYtZUnCASTBOX: https://bit.ly/2G0oHruPODCHASER: https://bit.ly/38g6vGnNOSPOILERREVIEWS.COM: https://www.nospoilerreviews.com/podcast/+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +SUBSCRIBE TO NEVER MISS AN INSTANT REACTION+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +Music credit: 'Time Off' by SpunticSupport the show

On this SPECIAL EDITION of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz are joined by SHAZAM! FURY OF THE GODS stars Rachel Zegler, Jack Dylan Grazer, & Asher Angel. In the film, Billy Batson and his fellow foster kids are still learning how to juggle teenage life with their superhero alter egos. When a vengeful trio of ancient gods arrive on Earth in search of the magic stolen from them long ago, Shazam and his allies get thrust into a battle for their superpowers, their lives, and the fate of the world. Asher Angel and Jack Dylan Grazer return to the magical world of Shazam! as Billy Batson and Freddy Freeman with Rachel Zegler joining the superhero sequel as Athena, a daughter of Atlas alongside Lucy Liu and Hellen Mirren. Shazam! Fury of the Gods releases in theatres March 17, 2023 by Warner Bros. Pictures. Interview with Director David F. Sandberg out now. Red carpet interviews with Zachary Levi and Lucy Liu available on Instagram and TikTok.Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast interview now on all podcast feeds, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.caContact: hello@themoviepodcast.caTHE MOVIE PODCAST ON ET CANADA!THE MOVIE PODCAST MERCHANDISE NOW AVAILABLE!FOLLOW USDaniel on Twitter, Instagram, and LetterboxdShahbaz on Twitter, Instagram, and LetterboxdAnthony on Twitter, Instagram, and LetterboxdThe Movie Podcast on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and YouTube

With Shazam! Fury of the Gods set to hit theaters next week, we take a look back at the magical superhero's debut film from 2019. Let us know your thoughts in our live chat! #Shazam! #DC Shazam! (2019) is a superhero movie starring Zachary Levi, Mark Strong, Asher Angel, Jack Dylan Grazer, Adam Brody, Faithe Herman, Meagan Good, Grace Caroline Currey, Michelle Borth, Ian Chen, Ross Butler, Jovan Armand, D.J. Cotrona and Djimon Hounsou. Subscribe, rate and review! Follow The Watchers in the Basement on social media! Use #WatchersBasement to comment about the show! facebook.com/watchersbasement twitter.com/WatchBasement instagram.com/watchersbasement

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On this SPECIAL EDITION of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz are joined by Director David F. Sandberg of SHAZAM! FURY OF THE GODS. David is a Swedish filmmaker and goes by the online pseudonym "ponysmasher". His directing credits include The Conjuring Universe spin-off film Annabelle: Creation (2017), Shazam! (2019) and its 2023 sequel. In the film, Billy Batson and his fellow foster kids are still learning how to juggle teenage life with their superhero alter egos. When a vengeful trio of ancient gods arrive on Earth in search of the magic stolen from them long ago, Shazam and his allies get thrust into a battle for their superpowers, their lives, and the fate of the world. Shazam! Fury of the Gods releases in theatres March 17, 2023 by Warner Bros. Pictures. Stay tuned for our interviews with Shazam! Fury of the Gods stars Rachel Zegler, Jack Dylan Grazer, & Asher Angel next week on The Movie Podcast.Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast interview now on all podcast feeds, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.caContact: hello@themoviepodcast.caTHE MOVIE PODCAST ON ET CANADA!THE MOVIE PODCAST MERCHANDISE NOW AVAILABLE!FOLLOW USDaniel on Twitter, Instagram, and LetterboxdShahbaz on Twitter, Instagram, and LetterboxdAnthony on Twitter, Instagram, and LetterboxdThe Movie Podcast on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and YouTube

Get to know this amazingly creative actor, Ross Butler, as we discuss his success story and a great mentality for a full life on The Path Here. FREE 1-year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. athleticgreens.com/path 

Michael Lindauer is co-CIO of Allianz Capital Partners. He joined the institution in 2003 and has been an influential decision-maker with regards to backing private equity managers, and a respected and informed LP. He is based in Europe and has responsibility for ACP's global private equity investment programme. He talks to Ross Butler of Linear B Group about Allianz's investment business and market-view, approach to GP selection and terms, and much more. This is a must-watch conversation for any private equity manager who wishes to understand how an experienced and thoughtful institutional investor approaches fund investment opportunities. In this Fund […]

Kathleen Robertson visits the YVR Screen Scene Podcast to talk about her years acting on Maniac Mansion and Beverly Hills 90210 and her current gig showrunning Roku's hit series Swimming With Sharks. The last – a dark thriller – is a reimagining of the 1994 film of the same title, about a Hollywood assistant who turns the tables on an abusive boss. But this time, the Hollywood assistant and the abusive boss are women: played by Kiernan Shipka and Diane Kruger respectively. Donald Sutherland, Thomas Dekker, Finn Jones, Erica Alexander, Ross Butler, and Gerardo Celasco also make appearances – as does Kathleen herself. In this fascinating and entertaining interview, Kathleen pulls back the curtain on Swimming With Sharks. She also takes us into her career journey, and talks about reinvention in an industry that isn't always welcoming of women who want to expand into new roles. Episode sponsor: Fish Flight Entertainment

David Ewing is a managing partner at ECI Partners and one of the UK mid-markets best known investors. He speaks to Fund Shack's Ross Butler.

David Ewing is a managing partner at ECI Partners and one of the UK mid-markets best known investors. He speaks to Fund Shack's Ross Butler.

Hosts Annie Wang and Angela Yu kick off Season 2 with an interview of Abigail Hing Wen, author of New York Times bestseller Loveboat, Taipei which is currently being filmed in Taiwan starring Ashley Jiao, Ross Butler, Nico Hiraga, and Chelsea Zhang. The Young Adult novel's sequel Loveboat Reunion hits bookshelves January 25.We learned how Abigail's family background has shaped her worldview, got a realtime account of what it's like to run around Taiwan with movie stars, and talked frankly about how bamboo and glass ceilings are very real for Asian women in tech. From references to The Baby-Sitters Club and Bridgerton to Angela quoting Abigail's books back to her three times, this conversation is unique to say the least.Featuring:Follow @abigailhingwen on InstagramSubscribe to Abigail's newsletter on abigailhingwen.comWhere to buy:Loveboat, TaipeiLoveboat ReunionSerendipity featuring "The Idiom Algorithm", a short story by Abigail Hing WenIf you're interested in a similar immersive cultural camp for the current generation of Taiwanese American youth who have completed grades 4 through 12, look into Leading Youth Forward (LYF) Camp organized by the Taiwanese American Citizens League and held in the San Francisco Bay Area.Connect:instagram.com/heartsintaiwanfacebook.com/heartsintaiwanheartsintaiwan.com

Subscribe now: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Mirja Lehmler-Brown is the founding managing director of Hayfin Capital Management‘s Private Equity Solutions investment team. She previously worked with Hayfin founder Tim Flynn (listen to his Fund Shack podcast here) at Goldman Sachs, before moving into PE fund investment with Aberdeen Asset Management and Scottish Widows. Ross Butler (00:00): You're listening […]

Mirja Lehmler-Brown is the founding managing director of Hayfin Capital Management‘s Private Equity Solutions investment team. She previously worked with Hayfin founder Tim Flynn (listen to his Fund Shack podcast here) at Goldman Sachs, before moving into PE fund investment with Aberdeen Asset Management and Scottish Widows. Ross Butler (00:00): You’re listening to Fund Shack. […]

The DC Fandome Event ascended upon us in all its glory. Lots on announcements but surprisingly little footage to be seen. We discuss Blue Beetle, Cat Woman Hunted, Harley Quinn Season 3, the J.J. Abrams, Matt Reeves, James Tucker and Bruce Timm lead project Batman Caped Crusader. New video games Gotham Knights and Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League. A Smallville 20th Anniversary tribute, Wonder Woman 3 is announced. Then we got our first look at Black Adam starring Pierce Brosnan, Dwayne Johnson, Sara Shahi. Aquaman 2 and The Lost Kingdom see the return of Jason Momoa, Nicole Kidman, Amber Heard, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II and Patrick Wilson. James Gunn helms the Peacemaker series on HBO Max starring John Cena with a bald eagle, Danielle Brooks, Steve Agee, and Christopher Heyerdahl. A new animated Aquaman: King of Atlantis mini series comes to HBO Max starring Cooper Andrews, Gillian Jacobs, Thomas Lennon, Dana Snyder. The Flash in speedster fashion gives us a super quick teaser starting Ezra Miller, Michael Keaton, Sasha Calle, Ben Affleck, Kiersey Clemons and Temuera Morrison. Director David Sandberg brings some great behind the scenes of Shazam 2 Fury of the Gods starring Zachary Levi, Helen Mirren, Lucy Liu, Adam Brody, Jack Dylan Grazer, Rachel Zegler, Grace Fulton, Ross Butler, Marta Milans. Then finally after 4 hours of the DC extravaganza we got the first full trailer for The Batman starring Robert Pattinson, Paul Dano, Jeffery Wright, Zoe Kravitz, Andy Serkis, directed by Matt Reeves. We also answer some questions from Twitter. Thanks to @blurayangel, @NOTSpawnofVenom, @TommyDoyle47 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/watchclosely/support

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Subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Spotify  In his 20s, Luke Johnson led the acquisition of Pizza Express and as chairman, helped it become the UK's leading pizza brand. He has since established and helped develop household names, Strada, Giraffe, the Ivy, Zoggs and Integrated Dental Holdings, as part of his family office vehicle, Risk Capital Partners. He is a successful newspaper columnist, author, former chairman of the Royal Society of Arts, and current Chairman of The Institute of Cancer Research. In our exclusive podcast, Luke provides a critique of private equity, a critique of public markets, a critique of lockdowns and some of the most sensible advice we've heard yet about how businesses should be run in this brave new world. Uncorrected transcriptsome inaudible parts Ross Butler: You're listening to a Fund Shack, private chat number 29. Welcome to Fund Shack. I'm Ross Butler, and today I'm here with Luke Johnson, a well known entrepreneur, businessman, philanthropist, and private investor, Luke. Welcome. And I have to say thanks so much for coming to meet us physically, because this is the first time we've been back in the studio 18 months and personally I think it makes a real difference. Nice to see. I was looking over your bio in preparation for this. And I had to say, and I don't say this just a flatter you, but I was amazed at the breadth of your undertakings and your achievements. So you've got obviously a varied portfolio. And within that I recognized about three quarters of the businesses. Now you do consumers, so maybe that's not so surprising, but that leap out of me, then you've been a successful newspaper columnist over years, if not decades. And I know that that's not easy to sustain and you've been very active on the philanthropic side. You've publish books. This is quite a productive repertoire. Now you only get one life, so it obviously doesn't seem strange to you, but why do you think it is that you've managed to be so productive across so many relatively varied domains? Luke Johnson: Well, I think I've always liked to be busy and I have a father who has had an extremely long career and although he stuck to the one career of being a writer, a journalist and a historian, he, he was incredibly productive and wrote many, many millions of words and published 40 books and so forth. So I think he gave me a good example to follow as a role model. And you know, to a degree, I think life is what you make of it. And if you have the energy, there are always opportunities. I think given that most of us perhaps we'll live to, you know, be in our eighties. That means we might well have a 50 year working career. And it seems to me, therefore that we should all plan to have at least two different careers and possibly more I've always been interested in people who've done a variety of things rather than just one profession and stuck to that their whole working life and then retired. None of that interests me in the slightest. Ross Butler: It rather goes against the grain these days, cause everyone wants to specialize to such a great degree. And if you're seen to be your specialist in more than one area you're seen as an amateur in at least one of those, Luke Johnson: Well, there may be some truth in there. And I think I could be accused of being a [INAUDIBLE] at some things in life. And you know, I don't deny that if you diversify, then you may have less depth and you know, there are advantages to focus and specialization, particularly in the modern complicated world. However, the point you made at the beginning is we only have one life. It's important to keep interested and lively. I think for example, take philanthropy. I've served on the boards of a number of different charities and nonprofits over the last few decades. And one of the great advantages of that is I think it teaches you things and you meet people that if you are only doing business, you wouldn't. So I would actually encourage all successful people in sectors like private equity or venture capital to seriously consider whatever age, but say in their forties, the idea of becoming a trustee of a school or hospital or some other nonprofit, because I think it broadens your horizons. And that should be partly what life's about. I think there is a risk if you only do one thing, you get dull and you repeat yourself and the needs to be more to it than that. I think. Ross Butler: Yeah. investing itself is very nature. Kind of it's, you've gotta have a broad outlook on life because you know, you're looking at different sectors. You are not the specialist, you're not the, in most cases, the executive, the doer, you've gotta stand above that. So that will kind of make that, that probably adds to your ability to be a successful investor. Luke Johnson: Maybe I think one of the challenges for private equity is that although they pretend to themselves, they aren't the specialist in terms of how to run a business or a particular industry. I've sat on boards with private executives who are there telling the managers how to run the business and making decisions that I think should be delegated to the executives who are full-time in that business. And the arrogance sometimes are private equity executives in thinking they know best let's them down. I think there are some areas where private very good, you know, buying and selling for example, raising finance, they're pretty good at that. Some of them are pretty good at picking talent but above and beyond that, you know, knowing markets, knowing competitors, you know, understanding the intricacies of the technologies that they're working with, really being able to spot the best executives at the operational level to work with. Mm not so sure Ross Butler: I'm sure you're right. And I actually, I think I do agree with you, but to play devil's advocate slightly, if it didn't work, would they, would they do it? It's certainly the trend is for greater activism and certainly the institutional investment community buys the idea of interventionists private equity firms. So presumably they look at the data and think, well, those that are a bit more muscular in their approach with executives do better. There must be some cause in effect, Luke Johnson: There probably is if they're the right private equity firm and as you well know, you know, it depends which quartile of a PE house you are talking about. I think we're all humans and I think private equity investors have as much ego as anyone. And, you know, according to Maslow's hierarchy of human needs, once they've developed a certain quantity of wealth what's next, and obviously what's next is some degree of status. And that would mean them adding value and making a difference and being important in the ownership so that the value accretion is partly thanks to them. Now, I would normally accept that the financial engineering aspects of deals are probably down to the PE house. I have they bought it on a low, multiple, can they sell it on a high, multiple, have they added the right amount of lever to goose the returns? Luke Johnson: Have they made a clever bet in the first place? All those things of course are down to them, but, above and beyond that, you know, quite often I think, you know, it's debatable whether they really make a difference. Now, I think there are some very good private equity investors. And I, I would say on average, you know, successful private equity investors are clever people. And, you know, obviously if they succeed and they, you know, get backing from limited partners and, and show good returns, then they can't be that thick. However, it's amazing what lever in a rising market can do. Luke Johnson: And, you know, generally speaking over the last two decades, certainly, you know, it's been a pretty good game to play. I would say private equity in terms of accumulating returns for investors and indeed enriching private equity investors. I think, and I'm not talking about myself so much, cause I'm not really an institutional private equity investor or executive, but I think it's as good a career as one could pursue, if, you know, you want to get rich in a pretty safe way because you are playing with other people's money to a very large degree and you know, you can write very big checks. And so if you get your bets right, then you do extremely well. And to a large degree you know heads say wind tails, other people lose. So, you know, private equity as a career has proved a pretty good bet. And I suspect it will continue some time because you know, there are a lot of organizations raising big funds and there's a lot of parcelling which to a degree, you know, is self-fulfilling Ross Butler: So, you've packaged yourself up to some degree as one of those people, because yes, you are not an institutional, but you've got risk capital partners. You could have just been Luke Johnson, the big wealthy investor, but for some reason you see it as useful to be seen as part of that community. Luke Johnson: Well, I think probably a lot of people prefer to deal with a brand, an organization rather than an individual. I think an individual is more egotistical inevitably. I think when we set up risk capital partners over 20 years ago the sort of private office was much less common, I guess, if one were doing it now, you know, that's what I would do. Also. I have more money now than I had 20 years ago. In the meantime, we also did raise a fund with limited partners. And you know, it's say for one, an investment is now spent and we're returning funds and it will show a good return to our LPs. And I think it's been a success, but I didn't wanna do another one. The point about a fund of course, is it's a very, very long term commitment. Luke Johnson: It's really a 10 year commitment from all the partners. And indeed obviously the limited partners. So it's a very unusual structure in terms of most jobs, if you like. And, and it, it really is a partnership arrangement rather than employment arrangement and all the longevity and loyalty required that, that displays. And indeed, I think if you look at the history of most PE houses that have fallen apart more often than not, I would say it's cause the partners fell out, you know, and that may have been because they made some bad investments, but quite often it's literally personality clashes leading to the, you know, founding partners of the organization, not getting on etc. And that's what leads the LPs to then dessert them. But I'm not in denial about the fact it's a lucrative and on some levels successful structuring of buying assets, because I think there will always be the advantage they have over say, public companies in private equity are virtually, always willing to buy and sell. Luke Johnson: Every asset is for sale. And they are always willing to buy a new asset. Public companies are slaves to the cycles of the stock market. And very often in my experience, public companies are forced to sell at the bottom and buy at the top. And it astounds me how often I come across situations where there's a public company in a particular sector that will know that industry very well and have huge synergistic advantages of making a strategic acquisition, but for a variety of reasons, they're too slow or it's at the bottom of the market or whatever. They can't make the acquisition private equity, which doesn't know the industry as well. And doesn't have any synergistic benefits makes the acquisition and then flips it to the industrial buyer a few years later at a huge profit. And, you know, you wonder why does the public market always end up paying more? And I guess it's because private equity are ultimately really M [INAUDIBLE] specialists, all they do is buy and sell in a sense. And that's what they focus on. They're small and flexible and they have this great timing advantage, which really plays to their strength. Ross Butler: I agree with you. I think it's it's one of those things and there isn't a problem with it. As long as the, those rewards are accessible to as many people as possible. One of the problems is that anyone can invest in the public markets, but it's, it's increasingly easy to invest in private equity vehicles, but it's still pretty difficult for your average job. Luke Johnson: Yeah. And of course, as we know, private equity still only represents a tiny proportion of the overall savings and pensions money out there. And as a proportion of overall institutional individual portfolios, it is growing, but it's still, I would imagine worldwide, you know, under 10% across most diversified forms of savings. And it, it is gonna grow structurally more allocation is gonna be devoted towards private investments once or another, be it VC or PE. That's probably a good thing. I'm not surprised even though, you know, two and 20 relative to public market management fees is I, the level of attention required investing in private companies is a great deal, more intense. So, you know, I would argue it's, it's justified to an extent and the returns are there. And another area where I think private markets have an advantage is they are more willing to put higher levels of debt into investments. Generally, my experience public company fund managers, don't generally like to invest in companies that have 3, 4, 5 turns of [INAUDIBLE], senior debt. Whereas many PE houses are perfectly comfortable with that. Indeed. They would consider that a standard lever of leverage for a normal buyout. So, you know, that financial engineering in rising markets and growing businesses, compounds returns. Yeah. And  it's an another advantage that PE has over public markets. So Ross Butler: Just at this point, can we step back to some of our international listeners might be wondering where have you come from, if you are not a mainstream private equity guy, could you give us a quick potted history, maybe looking, starting with, well, wherever you like, but particularly like Peter express as a signature deal. Luke Johnson: Sure. Okay. So in my late twenties I, and a, a group of partners took control of a private business called pizza express. We merged it with a a group of franchise restaurants, pizza expresses, arguably the leading pizza chain in the UK. It's been going since 1965. We took control of that in 62, 63. We took it public. Ross Butler: Wasn't it '82? Luke Johnson: No, '92, ‘93. Ross Butler: Sorry. Okay. Sorry, Luke Johnson: Go. I'd only just graduated from university in ‘82. Ross Butler: You said ‘62, so yeah, you're Right. Luke Johnson: Yeah. '65. It was founded. '92, '93 we took control of it. We took it public, and it was very successful. And I was chairman of that during the nineties and, the chairs rose from 40p to eight pounds more. And, off the back of that, I then started doing more deals. It initially mainly public company deals. And then through the later nineties and into the two thousands, many more private companies, and, you know, over the decades, I've probably invested as principle in 50 or more businesses with a strong bias, as you said, towards consumer and in particular areas like, hospitality and leisure, mainly UK. And you know, at the smaller end, I, I would characterize the classic investment I do as development capital. That's my preference. Luke Johnson: So frequently backing a founder not always taking a majority stake, quite often, a minority stake. Yes, we do buyouts, but quite often, not and pretty flexible in terms of the types of deals we do in the structures. And I think that's because to a fair degree, most of the time we've been using our own money, my money. And so we can do bigger and smaller deals. We can do longer deals. And clearly we don't have to do any deals at all. I think one of the reasons I chose not to raise a fund when our last one was exhausted was, as I say, it's a 10 year commitment. I'm 60 next year. And I didn't wanna be marching into my sixties with a sort of, you know, seven, eight year commitment still to go of making, you know, a minimum number of investments and a minimum amount of capital deployed every year. Luke Johnson: And it's been very interesting to me over the last 18 month, with the pandemic, a lot of private equity houses, particularly in 2020 sat on their hands grave mistake. I think they should have been out there doing deals. And you know, a lot of them were underinvested. Anyhow, they had a great deal of dry powder. They're now even more under invested and they under are under huge you to invest. And, you know, ultimately a P house that doesn't get money to work is no good to anyone. Mm. So they will get their money to work. Unfortunately they may well end up paying too much. Now, usually private act is pretty good at avoiding those sort of cycles, as I said earlier, and, you know, they're astute people, private act invest. So they're very reluctant to overpay, but I sense that quite a lot of houses have got their back slightly up against the wall in terms of the pace of investing. And that's not a comfortable place to be. And I'd much rather be in a situation where you take a year off. Things are too pricey. Conditions are too difficult. I won't be investing this year. And then do twice your usual number of investments when times are good for investing. Ross Butler: Yeah. So you have that flexibility, which is an advantage. We come back to maybe the structural advantages, but you mentioned you were active in 2020. I mean, what's your view of the market and opportunities out there? Luke Johnson: Well, I'm very much to niche investor. So, you know, I'm not putting a hundred million to work a go or 200 million, whatever it might be, you know, I'm investing five, 10, 15 million pounds in each bet. And I think in the end of the market that I tend to operate in, there are opportunities two or three of the deals I've done in the recent past have been distress. And there's obviously some of that going on, particularly in some of the sectors I'm familiar with. And those are deals that the vast majority of private equity houses are not geared up to do. Don't feel comfortable doing for all sorts of probably good reasons. Ross Butler: Um there's not much experience of doing distress deals. Luke Johnson: No. I mean, there're obviously a handful of specialists that only do them and some of them are very good and really I'm really impressed by the quality of some of those deal doers. Luke Johnson: But they tend to focus only on that. Again, they would tend to be doing slightly bigger deals than me. And some of the deals I've done over the recent past has been modest if any competition, which, you know, for most private equity players is very hard to achieve. You know, generally speaking, every single deal is got proper advisors and intermediaries and is well marketed. And you know, the, the assets touted widely around the market and there's plenty of competition and you get a, not a perfect market, but a pretty good market price achieved for most assets of quality and, and size. Mm. Ross Butler: Would you say that so I'm just trying to get to grips with what the secret of your success is. Would obviously you can't put on a, on a napkin, but I'm wondering if to what degree would you say you use your intuition when you are assessing whether something is a good opportunity versus bringing in the advisors and producing reports for, you know, like, so a typical investment executive would then have to go to an investment committee and it would be a group decision, but it would also be a real discipline in terms of dotting all the eyes and crossing the Ts and making sure that there is a really explainable, calculable case. You don't have to do that. So you can rely more on your intuition, to what extent do you? Luke Johnson: Well, I think having the discipline and having group input is vital. And you know, there have been occasions in the past where I have not been as rigorous as I should have been, not within our fund, but with my own money. And sometimes it's blown up in my face and I, you know, I've tended always to be at the sort of higher risk, higher reward end of investing. So, you know, I'm much less interested in steady investments that will, you know, gradually make me twice my money. I'd prefer to go for things that make me three or four times my money, but occasionally go wrong and you lose everything. And obviously that's highly undesirable and never part of the plan, but it can happen in life. It, it normally it doesn't actually happen with deals. I do because of leverage it's because the business hasn't worked. Luke Johnson: I do use intuition and inevitably we are, you know, social animals who you mentioned at the beginning of this meeting, how much better it was face to face than on zoom. I completely agree. That's all about what you might call intuition and being a human being I think private equity investors who pretend to themselves that it's all science and spreadsheets are under an illusion. Hmm. I suspect none of them do actually think that because otherwise they wouldn't be successful. No, I think having checks and balances is essential and they come in all shapes and sizes, not just credit committee, but of course, lenders and others will have their own, you know, impositions, I think relying exclusively on, you know, the accountants and lawyers and other specialist advisors to tell you all about the business, rather than doing any of your own personal due diligence. Luke Johnson: And having at least some in-house capacity of taking a commercial view on a situation and the people running it and so forth is a mistake. And you know, I have to say having worked with some bigger PE houses, some of them are very good at all that both having in-house resource, but also getting incredible work from advisors. So I wouldn't to cry any of that at all. I think it's important not to bely obsessed about the reports. I think you have to look at the big picture. You, you almost certainly, at some point have to take a view. I think sometimes, you know, I've seen PE houses miss a deal because they let relatively small issues cloud the thing, and someone else is more willing to step back and say, you know what, nothing's perfect, good enough. I like it, etc. And it's the right price and so forth. Ross Butler: Um you mean, a bias towards optimism to some degree? Luke Johnson: I think anyone in capitalism does. Yes. You know, if you don't believe in growth and you don't believe in a positive future, and you don't believe in the potential of the business, you are backing to deliver value, then you probably shouldn't be taking money on it. So yes, and I think probably ultimately most PE houses have that frame of mind or the individuals working in them. And so they should and obviously, you know, as well as making a turn on the multiple and the magic of leverage, the other biggest element in any private equity successful investment is growth. That's the thing that will ultimately deliver the really great return growth. And indeed, it's also what the buyer at the other end looks for. You know, I have occasionally invested in businesses that have very little, if any growth and they're quite hard to sell because, you know, people don't want to really invest much in stagnant businesses. And why would they, you worry that if he's not going forward, he's probably going backwards. Ross Butler: Yeah. You alluded to the fact earlier that you invest in relatively small deals and so they can be the specific situations that you're assessing, but particularly I'd say at the moment, is it not increasingly important to take a more of a macro view as well, given the interventionism, let's say of the state in various sectors are you having to, are you trying to factor that in, when you look at new businesses in areas that could be locked down? Luke Johnson: Well, it's a very serious point and pretty profound for anyone who's involved in markets and free enterprise and so forth, you know, have the rules of the game change such that the government will force you to shut in a way that would never in modern history of happened before and, you know, destroy the value you are trying to create here. I'm sort of without being ostrich like about it, I'm of the view that these are things one cannot influence, and generally, therefore you can, you know, give yourself a hashtag stressing about them all night long. I think you have to try and focus on your own specifics of situations where you can make a difference both in your own life and your business. And I guess I'm taking a view generally that, you know, with regards to, for example, lockdowns, which have been impacted certain sectors, like travel very severely indeed, ultimately society can't afford many of these more. Luke Johnson: They're just too expensive, both economically, psychologically socially. And so you know, the harms, the undoubted damage of lockdowns are becoming ever more apparent as was obvious because they're diverse and long term, whereas of course, daily hospitalizations of and deaths from COVID to, you know, on a daily basis. But you know, governments can't keep printing money. I don't think in the way they have done to pay the bills. And you know, some of the bills for both businesses and governments are starting to fool you we've got threats like inflation. So and so on. So big picture means I don't think, you know, countries like the UK and many others can really afford to do many long lockdowns let alone the fact that I think proof will recently show they don't make much difference. So they really aren't worth it, both health wise and wellbeing as well as economically. Luke Johnson: And therefore I think, you know, it's probably a pretty good time to take a view and say obviously to a large degree, thanks to vaccines, but also the, the terrible costs of the interventions are such that they cannot be repeated again and again. And so as people keep saying, we have to live with the endemic disease and get on with work and, you know, start earning some money to pay the bills, which means decent businesses that might be shut down. If there were another lockdown are probably a reasonable bet, but there's gotta be a discount somewhere in there. And, you know, clearly if once constructing portfolio, you don't want to bet exclusively on businesses that are vulnerable to being shut down. And I know one or two PE houses where, you know, big chunks of their portfolio have been closed for much the last 18 months. I'm very lucky and is absolutely luck that I'd sold a whole raft of businesses over the previous couple of years, which would've been smashed to pieces by lockdowns. And thank God I did, because it meant that although I did have certainly a couple of businesses that are, you know, in sort of recovery mode, we say having been severely battered if I'd had a half a dozen of them, it would've been significantly worse. Ross Butler: Yeah. I think you've gotta be right to just focus on what you can influence. And yeah, I do find it surprising that there's so little commentary on the potential fallouts, like economists used to issue, press releases. If we had a public holiday telling us how much it costs the British economy, and yet we've been impartial lockdown for two years and well, they don't issue, press releases about it generally. It's like, it'll be all right. We'll just go along as, as if nothing ever happened. So I think, I think you're right. You have to just focus on what you can, what you can influence, but there probably will be a reckoning. Luke Johnson: Well, I think there needs to be reckoning because I think overall it can be argued that, you know, in certain ways society slightly lost its marbles over the last 18 months. I think the toll across many aspects of communities in terms of, for example, children and education, young people, generally, the damage to them the irrationality and lack of evidence base for some of the interventions and so forth and so on. You know, we don't want to get distracted into that black hole. I is such that you know, in hindsight, in the years to come, I do think we will realize that grave mistakes have been made and I'm not talking about, you know, locking down two weeks too late. I'm talking about the very essence of universal lockdowns and the harms of, you know, unemployment and you know, the, the divisions it creates in society between those who have to still go out to work. Luke Johnson: And those who think that everything now is working from home for forever speaking personally, one of the toughest aspects has been, people thinking in a rational way when they're all isolated. Yes. And I think for myself, and I believe for many others that actually you get things more right if you are debating it with others in person. Mm. And I think the idea that we're all thinking rationally because we're on zoom calls is diluted. I think there are very profound differences. I know for myself, I've had hundreds of zoom board meetings and such like, and I can tell you now they are very, very dysfunction compared to a proper board meeting with people in the room. Definitely no question of it. And for example, if you've got a large board and most large organizations and institutions have large boards, there is a massive predisposition towards people, not dissenting of any kind, when there's a certain number, people on a zoom call, they are much more likely to stick their hand up or nod to the chair or do whatever it is to say, yes. Luke Johnson: I just wanted to bring up this one point. Can I just question this it's extraordinary, how often a non-executive argument will do that and then two or three others will say yes, yes. I was wondering about that does not happen on zoom calls. Yeah. And you look at our leadership and the key advisor groups, for example, you know, in public health and others that have been making these draconian and extraordinary decisions all on zoom, not good debate, not good vigorous discussion of what are the, you know cost benefits of this. Have we thought of the whole picture here? Mm. And I think that's been going on a great deal. And I think because we're all snug at home, particularly those better off powerful people who run society in industries like private equity. The fact that, for example, you said at the beginning of this meeting, this is the first time I've had one of these interviews for 18 months. I can't tell you how many conversations I've had like that, because I've been in my office and meeting people if I possibly can since May last year. Right. But every banker, every accountant, virtually every institutional person I know of fund manager, PE executive has been at home the whole time. And I don't think that's conducive to critical thinking. And Ross Butler: It's so easy to say, well, what's more efficient, you know, everything Luke Johnson: It's convenience. Yeah. Convenience. Yes. You're right. Efficiency is the wrong word because efficiency suggests getting it right. It's convenient. It's a bit like getting home delivered food. It's very convenient, but mostly eats. I'd rather eat in a restaurant or have proper cooked food at home after you've done some shopping, then a crappy meal that is probably more expensive home delivered. Ross Butler: And yet it's harder to articulate the benefits cause they're slightly intangible and they they're harder to, to put hard quantification on. And you also kind of alluded to the, everyone talks about quality these days, but there is a real inequality element to this whereby white collar workers like you and I could choose just never leave our homes again. Luke Johnson: Ft and economist readers love it all. Yeah. Because they run the world and they're very comfy. They've got gardens. Someone collects the rubbish. Someone delivers their food. They, you know, get stuff on Amazon. They might see more of their family. What's not alike and they're safe. Meantime every year, every day in Britain, 10 million people are having to go out to work, to keep the broadband going and to deliver the groceries and so forth. And that is a more pronounced inequality on many levels than I think ever in our lifetimes. And you know, there are so many serious issues arise from this such a for example, has furlough undermined a chunk of the portions of the nation's work ethic, you know, and it's peak 9 million people being paid to stay at home. Why wouldn't they want that to continue? Is the real reason people are willing to accept low quality output from working from home because it's saving the money on commuting. I think that's a big factor as to why lockdowns have had such enormous support seemingly. It's not the science it's because people are saving money on their fairs. Ross Butler: What's your policy preference with regards to the companies that you own? Luke Johnson: Well, I want them in the office now it's obviously up individual bosses. I would say, you know, if they think they can run things efficiently and you know, it makes more sense for their particular shape of their workforce to do it at least partly from home a hybrid model, flexible. I get it. And I think workforces these days will increasingly demand that and companies that insist everyone is in the office every day may struggle to recruit or retain people. Ross Butler: Although young people might find it more attractive. Luke Johnson: Of course. And I know I do. And I think there are, it depends on the big and the industry and the people in the work. UI guess people in my generation are much more likely to say, we've all gotta be in the room. Those who are, you know, much more used to the flexibility, should we say video conferencing might argue, no, let's stick to what we're doing now. And of course there are lots of things that can be done perfectly competently online rather than in person, but when it comes to anything critical, a key pitch or, a key sale or, interviewing someone to hire them or whatever it might be that really matters, then I see there is no substitute for doing it in the room. And, h passionately believe that. And I think actually it has been a competitive advantage, I believe over the last year in doing stuff that I am in the room when people are willing to be. And, h think it's helped clench deals and given me an insight that people who are relying exclusively on zoom, you know, I've missed. Ross Butler: So the Woody Allen quote, which I'm gonna get wrong, but two thirds of success is showing up Luke Johnson: 90%. Ross Butler: We'll go with that. Leave us with something optimistic, positive. Can you tell us about deal you've got in your portfolio, you like the look of, or something about the world that you are optimistic about? Luke Johnson: Well to use that bogus venture capital phrase pivot, I have slightly towards areas that are more digital inevitably because historically, you know, I've invested heavily in areas like retail and hospitality, which means, you know, shops and restaurants and cafes in pubs and hotels. And of course, all of those, you know, have struggled over the last 80 months and face challenges going forward. So I would still invest in all of those sectors, but I've also made an e-commerce investment last year into a gardening products business it's called Primrose. And that has an October year end, but we think it's gonna deliver for this year's results because it's had the principal season now and we're happy with that purchase. We bought it almost a year ago now. And I think it's a good sector. And I think eCommerce in that space is growing gardening itself has boomed during lockdowns. And I think some of that will stick. And we are looking at further eCommerce investment because obviously it's gonna take an increasing part of the market in terms of people's overall retail spend. So Ross Butler: What's primroses model. Do, do you have to go onto their website to buy their stuff or do they start. Luke Johnson: Yeah. I mean, you know, they have an app and so forth too, but mostly people are on the website and, you know, it's, it's exclusively, it's not an omnichannel, so it doesn't have any retail outlets at all. It only it's, you know, only digital, and it's quite long established business. And, it's quite a fragmented sector. Actually. There are quite a number of digital players in, the overall gardening space. You know, it's a sector that we stumbled across, but we like, and, I think there's more to go for. So, yeah, I would say that was, a deal that we're excited about and we think has, has lots of potential. And, and so inevitably, you know, if you look at e-commerce generally, you know, you are up against Amazon, but there are some sectors that they are perhaps less focused on. And I think gardening, you know, has some logistical challenges, gardening, for example, that Amazon seem less interested in. Right. And they're such dominant player, ideally, you know, you don't wanna be directly competing with them. Mm. We do work them actually as most people do in e-commerce, but, ideally you get people on your own website. Yes. And so yeah, that's one business we've bought recently that, we think is interesting. Ross Butler: Great Luke. Well, it's been great catching up with you in person. Thanks very much for sparing your time. Luke Johnson: Thank you. Ross Butler: You've been listening to the fund shack podcast, make sure you subscribe and visit our website@fundshack.com for many more video interviews. It's the private capital channel for alternative investment professionals. Thanks for listening.

Claudia Tan is a Malaysian author and singer-songwriter. Her hit novel “Perfect Addiction,” with more than 81 million reads on Wattpad, is set to become a movie in Hollywood! With Kiana Madeira, Ross Butler and Matthew Noszka to star in the romance-action movie, Claudia tells us during Recess how her childhood dream came true. The Recess Podcast brings you short interviews of how inspiring creators in Southeast Asia do it all. New episodes every Wednesday at 6PM. Hosted by Kessyl and SueLyn, content producer and editor at Good Foodie Media. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for more! Read our articles Business enquiries or collaborations - hellofoodiecanteen@gmail.com

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Patrick Sheehan of ETF Partners talks to Fund Shack's Ross Butler about creating sustainable prosperity with venture capital.

Patrick Sheehan of ETF Partners talks to Fund Shack's Ross Butler about creating sustainable prosperity with venture capital.

Vania Schlogel of Atwater Capital talks to Fund Shack's Ross Butler about bridging the world's of big buyouts and creative industries

Whoa, it's a DC filled episode this week. Plus the guys shed some sad news about Naya Rivera and Grant Imahara. On the upside, the hot topics include: Hulk Hemsworth , Ready Player 2 , Uber Postmates , Blackwidow, Russo Bros. , Bad Batch , Pokemon jewlery , TikTok , The Batman spinoff , Ross Butler , Black Adam , Batwoman , Sex and Vanity , TRON, Prime Profiles , Hamilton Subscribers , Bye Bye Quibi , Transformers War for Cybertron , Star Girl renewed , Palm Spring , Project Powers, Far Cry 6 Leak , Back 4 Blood , PS5 and much much more!

País Estados Unidos Dirección David F. Sandberg Guion Henry Gayden, C.C. Beck, Bill Parker (Historia: Henry Gayden, Darren Lemke) Música Benjamin Wallfisch Fotografía Maxime Alexandre Reparto Zachary Levi, Asher Angel, Jack Dylan Grazer, Mark Strong, Adam Brody, Djimon Hounsou, Grace Fulton, Meagan Good, Michelle Borth, Ross Butler, Natalia Safran, Marta Milans, D.J. Cotrona, Ian Chen, Cassandra Ebner, Cooper Andrews, Faithe Herman, Caroline Korycki, David Kohlsmith, Ava Preston, Lovina Yavari, Andi Osho, Cyndy Day, Angelica Lisk-Hann, Stephannie Hawkins, Evan Marsh, Lotta Losten, Carson MacCormac, Jovan Armand Sinopsis Cuando Billy Batson (Angel), un chaval de acogida de 14 años que ha crecido en las calles, grita la palabra 'SHAZAM!', se convierte en el Superhéroe adulto Shazam (Levi), por cortesía de un antiguo mago. Dentro de un cuerpo musculoso y divino, Shazam esconde un corazón de niño. Pero lo mejor es que en esta versión de adulto consigue realizar todo lo que le gustaría hacer a cualquier adolescente con superpoderes: ¡Divertirse con ellos! ¿Volar? ¿Tener visión de rayos X? ¿Disparar un rayo con las manos? ¿Saltarse el examen de sociales? Shazam va a poner a prueba los límites de sus habilidades con la inconsciencia propia de un niño. Pero necesitará dominar rápidamente esos poderes para luchar contra las letales fuerzas del mal que controla el Dr. Thaddeus Sivana (Strong).

Two distant siblings make up for lost time on a social distance outing to a Wild Wild West town.   'Good Sister' was written by Li Lu and stars Ross Butler (13 Reasons Why) and Lily Gladstone (Certain Women) with an original score from Luka Kloser.   On today’s episode, we highlight the First Nations Development Institute COVID-19 Emergency Response Fund in response to the disproportionate number of COVID-19 infections and deaths in Native American communities. If the Navajo Nation were a state, it would rank third in the country for confirmed cases per 100,000 people, after only New York and New Jersey. To donate, visit https://www.firstnations.org/covid-19-emergency-response-fund/.   Day By Day is created and produced by Adam Faze and Jamie Dolan with sound mixing and design by Becket Cerny.   Special thanks to Tom McCracken, Annie Marie, Devin Druid, and Alisha Boe, as well as to Christ Hanover for our incredibly special animation and Layla Gorgoni for our all new artwork.   Follow us on Instagram at @mustbnice + @daybyday and on Twitter at @daybydaypod + @mustbnicefilms!

Two distant siblings make up for lost time on a social distance outing to a Wild Wild West town.   'Good Sister' was written by Li Lu and stars Ross Butler (13 Reasons Why) and Lily Gladstone (Certain Women) with an original score from Luka Kloser.   On today’s episode, we highlight the First Nations Development Institute COVID-19 Emergency Response Fund in response to the disproportionate number of COVID-19 infections and deaths in Native American communities. If the Navajo Nation were a state, it would rank third in the country for confirmed cases per 100,000 people, after only New York and New Jersey. To donate, visit https://www.firstnations.org/covid-19-emergency-response-fund/.   Day By Day is created and produced by Adam Faze and Jamie Dolan with sound mixing and design by Becket Cerny.   Special thanks to Tom McCracken, Annie Marie, Devin Druid, and Alisha Boe, as well as to Christ Hanover for our incredibly special animation and Layla Gorgoni for our all new artwork.   Follow us on Instagram at @mustbnice + @daybyday and on Twitter at @daybydaypod + @mustbnicefilms!

Two distant siblings make up for lost time on a social distance outing to a Wild Wild West town.   'Good Sister' was written by Li Lu and stars Ross Butler (13 Reasons Why) and Lily Gladstone (Certain Women) with an original score from Luka Kloser.   On today’s episode, we highlight the First Nations Development Institute COVID-19 Emergency Response Fund in response to the disproportionate number of COVID-19 infections and deaths in Native American communities. If the Navajo Nation were a state, it would rank third in the country for confirmed cases per 100,000 people, after only New York and New Jersey. To donate, visit https://www.firstnations.org/covid-19-emergency-response-fund/.   Day By Day is created and produced by Adam Faze and Jamie Dolan with sound mixing and design by Becket Cerny.   Special thanks to Tom McCracken, Annie Marie, Devin Druid, and Alisha Boe, as well as to Christ Hanover for our incredibly special animation and Layla Gorgoni for our all new artwork.   Follow us on Instagram at @mustbnice + @daybyday and on Twitter at @daybydaypod + @mustbnicefilms!

Netflix is back at it with a sequel to their 2018 smash success, To All The Boys I've Loved Before and this one is an even bigger mouth full than the first.P.S. I Still Love brings back the all-star cast of the original movie with a few A+ additions but still leaves us asking, "do high school girls ever pick men that aren't complete trash?" Spoiler: Usually not.To join in on the RomComversation, you can find your hosts on:Instagram: @RomcomversationsTwitter: @RomcomversationPatreon: Patreon.com/romcomversations

My guest on today’s podcast episode is renowned Los Angeles acting teacher Scott Sedita, founder of the Scott Sedita Acting Studios. A former talent agent and casting director, Scott is the author of two books, Scott Sedita's Guide to Making It in Hollywood: Three Steps to Success, Three Steps to Failure, and The Eight Characters of Comedy. He’s also the creator of the Scott Sedita Actor’s Audition App. Actors who have studied with Scott include Cameron Monaghan, Holly Taylor, Ross Butler, Haley Bennett, Chace Crawford, Josh Duhamel, Charles Melton, and Brandon Routh. Scott shares a wealth of insight and information gathered over decades in the business. We discuss the keys to success for actors, what leads to failure, audition tips, self-tape tips, career advice, and much more.   Here are some of my favorite quotes from our conversation: “This year there’s going to be a lot of comedy, especially multi-cam comedy, thanks to Chuck Lorre.” “Keep it real, keep it honest, and if it’s comedy, find the funny.” “It’s hard for an actor to delve deep into the trenches of drama, and then the next week do a multicamera comedy.” “We have 53 people who are series regulars.” “The acting has to be real, authentic, camera-ready, and you have to know sight lines.” “Commercials make you understand what look you have, and what essence you’re bringing forth.” “What do I want from the other character? Understanding that is the spine of any audition.” The obstacle for an actor is fear. Once fear sets in, you’re on the road to self-sabotage.” “Actors are going to need to self produce. Self taping is self producing.” “If you believe in yourself, and find ways to work at it, it will happen.”   Find Scott Sedita HERE: Website: https://scottseditaacting.com/ Twitter: @ScottSedita Instagram: @SeditaStudios Facebook: @Scott.Sedita     Buy Scott’s Books HERE: Scott Sedita’s Guide to Making it in Hollywood Eight Characters of Comedy   As our conversation makes clear, the industry is in constant change. In some ways, there has never been a better time to be an actor: there is more content than ever, so there are more opportunities than ever. But because of this, it’s harder than ever to stand out! If you need some help navigating the territory for yourself or for your young actor, book a consultation with me, either online or in person in LA. In just 60 or 90 minutes, we can save you months or years of wasted time, and give you peace of mind, as well as a personal action plan.    

We don't have a halloween tradition here on the Morphin Grid but Jake and Josh watched "The Fall Of The Phantom" with their buddy Ross and phantom's are pretty scary, right? Listen in for their thoughts on the Rescue Zords, Cassie being kind of useless when the Phantom Ranger's around, and a Transformer that never was but should have been.Patreon: patreon.com/heyjakeandjosh, Website: MorphinGrid.tumblr.com, Email: littleidiots.morphingrid@gmail.com, Twitter: @morphingrid, Facebook: facebook.com/themorphingrid

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Fund Shack moderator Ross Butler speaks to Simon Witney, Debevoise & Plimpton about corporate governance, regulation and legal services for private equity and venture capital firms. | Subscribe on Apple Podcast / Spotify

Fund Shack moderator Ross Butler speaks to Simon Witney, Debevoise & Plimpton about corporate governance, regulation and legal services for private equity and venture capital firms. | Subscribe on Apple Podcast / Spotify

In this week's episode of the Geeks OUT Podcast, Kevin (@Gilligan_McJew) is joined by @JonHerzog (on Instagram) as they discuss found families in Shazam! the movie, marvel at Captain Marvel's (over) $1 billion box office, and celebrate Michelle Pfeiffer whipping it good as our Strong Female Character of the Week.  This Week's Topics Include: BIG OPENING: KEVIN: Captain Marvel has made over $1 Billion JON: New trailers for Avengers: Endgame   DOWN & NERDY:   KEVIN: Pet Semetary, Twilight Zone, Major X JON: Shazam!, Sabrina, Binge Mode: Game of Thrones     STRONG FEMALE CHARACTER: Michelle Pfeiffer proves she can still whip it   THIS WEEK IN QUEER: Netflix orders animated gay spy series Q-Force   CLIP OF THE WEEK: New trailer for The Dead Don't Die   THE WEEK IN GEEK: MOVIES Rachel Weisz & David Harbour in talks to join Black Widow Kumail Nanjiani may join The Eternals Fox/Disney teasing sequels to Aliens, Kingsmen, Planet of the Apes, & more New teaser for Joker New photos from Terminator: Dark Fate New trailer for My Spy   TV New trailer for Netflix's The Society John Cho cast as lead in live action Cowboy Bebop series Netflix renews The Umbrella Academy for season 2 Gotham teases new look of their “not The Joker” New trailer for season 5 of Fear the Walking Dead First peak at the host of the reboot of Creepshow   COMIC BOOKS DC's DCeased getting horror movie variants DC's Walmart exclusives no longer exclusive   SHILF KEVIN & JON: Zachary Levi, Adam Brody, Ross Butler, and DJ Cotrona

I’m surprised that more people aren’t up in arms after a report yesterday found an investigation firm have been spying on New Zealanders and invading their privacy on the behest of State agencies.Security company Thompson and Clark has been barred from doing any more work for the government after the investigation by the State Services Commission found it used an unlicensed private investigator and produced electronic recordings of closed meetings without the consent or knowledge of attendees.To me the report is eye opening.Two brothers who claimed they were physically, sexually and psychologically abused in state care were seeking legal redress and damages from the Government. But rather than taking responsibility the Ministry of Social Development (MSD) and Crown Law hired private investigators to dig up dirt on witnesses.An entire government department, MBIE, has been found to have abandoned impartiality and become politicised.The report reveals Thompson and Clark also invaded the privacy of political parties like the Greens and Mana and various iwi groups around the country. And it had a peer into Greenpeace. The report says it was concerned that Thompson and Clark investigated so called “issue motivated groups” under the excuse that they raised security concerns. But then they stepped over the mark into information mining.And most disturbingly they invaded closed meetings of Christchurch earthquake victims to mine information for Southern Response, the government's insurance agency. This had led to the immediate resignation of the agency’s chairman Ross Butler.Now while we can call it spying it’s at the lower end of the scale but not in the eyes of some. Kim Dotcom was all over Twitter last night saying that New Zealanders pride themselves on being the least corrupt nation on earth but that’s a delusion. Of course he reckons the rot goes deep. After all the GCSB was found to have illegally spied on him. And on the face of it state agencies hiring private investigators to spy on New Zealand citizens going about their lawful business just sounds awful.My concern is how it demonstrates the deep polarity that exists in our society these days. The contest of ideas has grown so vicious that if we not for something we’re against it. And we’ll do anything to defeat our so called enemies and in doing so we lose all perspective.We saw it in Jami Lee Ross’s leaks of banal information. The rise of political strategists like Simon Lusk and the co-operation of bloggers to spread dirt. The whisper campaign against Clarke Gayford that caused the police to issue an extraordinary statement refuting the rumours. The way this morning when Russell Norman raised his concerns at being spied on most texts just waved them away because they just don’t like what Greenpeace stands for.It seems to me that some New Zealanders fervour in their own beliefs have caused them to lose their soul. So step back, take a chill pill and stand up for yourself, but do it honestly and openly.

World Renowned DJ Steve Aoki and Ross Butler discuss their love of Queen, Steve's many endeavors and new music and Ross Butler of 13 Reasons Why…

Two episodes in, Riverdale's third season is already off the deep end, and the show is all the better for it. In this week's Dial M For Maple, hosts Marah and Cameron discuss satanic board games, speculate the dark shared past of the parents, and extol the triumphs and defeats, the epic highs and lows of high school football! Plus, a spicy edition of The Blue And Gold praises Riverdale's iconic on-set hairdresser, and unpacks the wild murder conspiracy claims against actor Ross Butler, #NotOurReggieMantle.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S2 E6: The Smile at the End of the Dock   Did you watch season 2 of '13 Reasons Why'? If so, we need your input regarding what turned out to be the most heated (& fun) debate we've had in some time. Geoff believes this episode is where the story "jumped the shark" & that Zach is an asshole. Ian thinks it makes perfect sense why Hannah & Zach's #SummerOfLove wasn't included in her tapes & argues that Hannah stuck up for herself, ended the relationship & had no regrets about losing her virginity to Zach. To get to the bottom of this, we're reviewing the timeline of their romance while chatting about Zach's court testimony, Clay's existential crisis as the perfect image he's created for Hannah is falling apart, why Zach wanted to keep his relationship with Hannah a secret in the first place, who let Hannah down more (Mr. Porter or Zach), hooking up in high school & much more. Shout-out Ross Butler! #ZackAttack #13ReasonsWhy   Support the podcast & check out our new website @ www.eandgpodcast.com   Our show is made possible because of our listeners & by far, the best way to support us (no matter how much you give) is by setting up a monthly donation through PayPal. On our website, there are also options to make a one-time contribution & ultimately, every dollar received will go towards our goal of doing ‘The E & G Podcast' full-time. Thank you for helping us transform this dream into a reality!   Setup your monthly donation or make a one-time contribution through Venmo @ http://www.eandgpodcast.com/support   Follow & tag us on social media @eandgpodcast @geoffkeith & @iangulbransen   Email us questions & feedback @ eandgpodcast@gmail.com   Leave us a voicemail on the E & G hotline @ (818) 853-2055   Listen to an Audible book for free! Thanks to our friends over at Audible (an Amazon company) we're excited to offer listeners 30 days of ad-free membership, plus a FREE audiobook that's yours to keep regardless of whether you continue your trial. Just be sure to use the following link when signing up @ http://www.audibletrial.com/eandg   Finally, be sure to use promo code ‘EANDG' to receive an exclusive discount on all merchandise, thanks to our awesome sponsors: 10%-off @ www.ForTheBiteReasons.com, 10%-off @ www.ClothingByOWL.com & 20%-off @ www.PuppiesMakeMeHappy.com

This week (recorded June 5, 2018), the weird news stars aligned to bring the ladies several exposés related to con men/women, faked identities, and good old scams. Cate kicks things off with some random headlines followed by a story about a Russian journalist who faked his death to prove an assassination attempt. In Pop Culture, Liz reports on an insane attempted murder lawsuit involving Courtney Love, Britney Spear's ex-manager Sam Lufti, and Ross Butler of Riverdale and 13 Reasons Why fame (come again?). In Crime Time, the ladies take on the bizarre case of NYC fraudulent socialite Anna Delvey and how she conned her way through hotels, meals, trips, and friendships. In Sports, Liz reports on the strange case of Philadelphia 76ers General Manager Bryan Colangelo and his connection to 5 fake Twitter accounts that have been spreading private information about players, criticizing members of the coaching staff, and taunting beat reporters. As always, the ladies wrap things up sharing their results from this week's BuzzFeed quiz - This "Would You Rather" Quiz Will Reveal What Kind Of Friend You Are. This one is super hard! All this and so much more! We now have MERCH! Get our logo and some of Cate and Liz's favorite catch phases on accessories and apparel at eveningboozehour.threadless.com. We're also on Patreon! Support the Evening Booze Hour for as little as $1/month at patreon.com/eveningboozehour. Revolutionize the way you listen to everything. Visit Sudio.com and use our promo code BOOZE to get 15% off any headphones! Below are links to the original sources of the stories featured in this week's episode. • British Expert on the Royal Family Is Actually Tommy From Upstate New York The Wall Street Journal https://on.wsj.com/2LM2Vta • 'Murdered' Russian journalist Arkady Babchenko turns up alive CNN https://cnn.it/2H4kxgp • Arkady Babchenko says he faked his own death with pigs' blood and a makeup artist CNN https://cnn.it/2LP2z5c • After Arkady Babchenko’s ‘Murder,’ a Twist Was Revealed. By Him. The New York Times https://nyti.ms/2xsnvvJ • '13 reasons why' star ross butler is involved in an attempted murder lawsuit!? MTV News https://bit.ly/2xpsrBn • Maybe She Had So Much Money She Just Lost Track of It. Somebody had to foot the bill for Anna Delvey’s fabulous new life. The city was full of marks. New York Magazine, The Cut https://bit.ly/2sfpEpl • This Story About A Fake Socialite Who Scammed All Of New York Is Wild Betches https://betches.co/2Jk83mM • The Curious Case of Bryan Colangelo and the Secret Twitter Account The Ringer https://bit.ly/2xoQIHF • Wife of 76ers' executive Bryan Colangelo could be behind Twitter accounts USA Today https://usat.ly/2J6zgsX • BuzzFeed Quiz: This "Would You Rather" Quiz Will Reveal What Kind Of Friend You Are. https://bzfd.it/2M1EKaw --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week Sarah Tither Kaplan (@sarahtk) and Emma Jansen (@emmaslosangeles) join Julian Gonzalez to talk about: preggers Kate Hudson, Heidi Montag almost dying, Khloe Kardashian not liking meat, how many drinks Countess Luann De Lesseps drinks, all the celebrity divorces of the week, Kylie Jenner wanting to lose more weight, Ross Butler waiting till his mid-20s to date, Blac Chyna getting rowdy at Six Flags, Kylie Jenner’s diarrhea lip kit color, Lorde coming for Whitney Houston, Sophie Turner’s sausage review instagram, and Marc Jacobs proposing to his boyfriend in a Chipotle.   Follow Extra Extra on all our social media platforms: Twitter: @2extrapodcast, @northhollywood, @kmenzizzle Instagram: @2extrapodcast, @northhollywoodjules Facebook: @2extrapodcast

James Anthony @IAmJamesAnthony is an international photographer whose work has been featured in numerous magazines including People, Ebony, Essence, Vibe, BET and many more. He has worked with many celebrities including Ross Butler, Omari Hardwick, Rickey Smiley, Angela Simmons, Rotimi, LaLa, Maranda Curtis, and many more. He photographs are “clean” and “alluring” which has led to his phenomenal success in the photography and fashion/entertainment world.   He was one of the first people I thought of when I had the idea to start a podcast and it was a pleasure being able to meet up with him and record this session. He is an active being and can be found traveling the world, working with various celebrities and campaigns. In today’s interview we cover alot, including but not limited to:   The art behind capturing the moment How to push your limits and deal with fear How he connected and started working with celebrities Instagram photo tips The camera he uses and would recommend more View Post and Show Notes at www.iamdrcole.com/james

Recently, Kevin Conroy jokingly suggested fans should start a campaign to get him cast as Bruce Wayne in a live action Batman Beyond movie. So Keith and Britney started brainstorming fan casts for said live action Batman Beyond! Tune in to find out the actors each host chose for their fantasy casts -- including Ryan Potter, Ross Butler, Zendaya, Yara Shahidi, Ethan Hawke, and Rosario Dawson -- and why Keith's live action Batman Beyond is basically Spider-Man: Homecoming. Find DC TV Classics on: Social Media: Facebook – @DCTVClassics – Instagram Subscribe: iTunes – Stitcher Radio – YouTube – DC TV Podcasts Contact: dctvclassics@gmail.com

In the Star Wars: The Old Republic section of the show, Marshall and Will discuss their new Influencer status, their weeks in game, current issues with 5.2, possible daily rewards, and more! Links: Mad River Brewing Co. Blue Moon Blur Trailer wins People's Voice Webby Award More uses for command tokens BW, stop heading into wrong direction Rank of CXP pack? 336 in a que to get in the game Anyone else having connectivity problems atm? Maintenance: April 25th, 2017 cant switch sides on iokath Any Updates about the Roadmap ? Making sure it's solid Gear Drops on Non-Final Bosses in Master Mode Ops Contradict Patch Notes Next Op Bosses Pippi's Longstockings SWTOR Refer-a-friend links at theusualpodcast.com on our about page Podcast Corner - (31:01) Serial Killers Hollywood and Crime Star Wars Section - (33:09) In the Star Wars section of the show, the guys discuss Star Wars Manga, the release of Thrawn, Episode IX news, "debate" Poe and Finn, parks news, and more! Links: Greedo Actor Reveals Deleted Han Solo Scene In Original Star Wars Future Star Wars Release Dates Kathleen Kennedy On If Lucasfilm Would Ever Alter George Lucas' Star Wars Lucasfilm Will Decide On Future Star Wars Standalone Movies Soon Mr. Robot Creator Rumored To Write Next Star Wars Standalone Movie Rosario Dawson Campaigning For Live-Action Ahsoka Role Marvel Star Wars Comics Star Wars Announces New Manga and Competition Books TIMOTHY ZAHN ON HIS NOVEL THRAWN Films Episode IX Release Date: May 24th, 2019 Episode IX To Undergo Its First Script Reading Soon Trevorrow, not Johnson, writing Han Solo Harrison Ford Says It'll Be Weird Watching A Young Han Solo The Last Jedi Lucasfilm Boss On Whether Finn and Poe Will Be A Couple In The Last Jedi Merchandise Star Wars Build-a-Bear and R2-D2 plush Parks THE COLLECTOR'S FORTRESS ARRIVES AT DISNEY CALIFORNIA ADVENTURE Ride Will Have 6 Different Routes TOURING DISNEY'S NEW GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY ATTRACTION: THE COLLECTOR'S MANSION Johnny Depp is playing Jack Sparrow live in Disneyland The Usual Round-up - (1:02:57) The guys discuss the return of the X-Files, a Fast & Furious spinoff, casting news, many changes to release dates, Guardians Vol. 2, convention news, and a lot more! Links: News Jonathan Demme Dies At 73 Reel Reviews TV X-FILES RETURNING FOR ANOTHER 10 EPISODE EVENT SEASON Boondock Saints prequel tv series Movies David Fincher to Direct World War Z 2 The Rock And Jason Statham Officially Getting Fast & Furious Spinoff Movie Austin Powers 4: Meyers and Roach want to do it Master of the Universe loses director Glass: Sequel to Unbreakable/Split Casting Kevin Hart cast in The Great Outdoors remake Riverdale To Recast Reggie Mantle Due to Ross Butler's Scheduling Conflicts JW2: James Cromwell to play Hammond partner Release Dates INDIANA JONES GET RELEASE DATE Riverdale Casts Its Hiram Lodge For Season 2 Shane Black's Predator Gets Pushed Back Avatar Sequels Get Official Release Dates Animated Spider-Man moves up to 12/14/18 Masters of the Universe: 12/18/19 Universal Usual DCEU NBC Pulls Powerless From Schedule Justice League Funko Pops Batgirl Joss Whedon Talks Possible Alicia Silverstone Cameo The Flash Zemeckis had meeting Wonder Woman Danica Patrick runs sponsored car Disney All of the New Disney Movie Release Dates The Lion King Live-Action Movie Casts Timon And Pumbaa Frozen 2 Gets A Release Date Netflix Willing to Premiere Its Original Movies in Theaters Marvel News Marvel Studios Changes Release Date For One Of Its Untitled Films James Gunn Says Guardians Of The Galaxy Could Feature LGBT Character Kevin Feige Doesn't Know If The MCU Will Get A Phase 4 Kevin Feige teases Howard the Duck Guardians Vol. 2 Crushes Day 1 At The International Box Office Chris Pratt Says He'll Always Renew His Marvel Contract Kevin Feige Confirms Secret Miley Cyrus Role In Guardians The Punisher Rosario Dawson Will Not Appear In The Punisher Luke Cage New Luke Cage Season 2 Character Breakdowns Infinity War Why Avengers 3 And 4 Are Not Filming At The Same Time Conventions SVCC Silicon Valley Comic Con Recap SDCC Hotelpocalypse (Wed 26th) Parking lottery Heroes Brew Fest w00tstock 9.0 Trailer Time Links Churchill Drone American Assassin The Hero Sleight Twin Peaks Full-Length Cars 3 Trailer Once Upon a Time in Venice Red Band Version Of Kingsman: The Golden Circle Trailer Baywatch Releases Female-Centric 'Baes' TV Spot Outro and Contact Information If you have comments or questions, you can find us at theusualpodcast.com, email us at theusualpodcast@gmail.com, and find us on Facebook, Pinterest, Google+, Instagram, Twitch, and YouTube. Marshall is @darthpops on Twitter, and Will is@iamwillgriggs. Please take the time to give us a positive rating on iTunes and Stitcher, and like and share us on the social medias! Use our link to try Audible free for 30 days! Like what we're doing? Become a patron HERE, or check out our support us page for more way to show your love.

If memory serves me, Iron Chef was a show about cook-fighting and secret ingrediants in a place called Kitchen Stadium. But there's A LOT more to it than that so we enlisted the help of the buttery-voiced Ross Butler to talk about this insane food-based battle show. Allez cuisine!Patreon: patreon.com/heyjakeandjosh, Website: heyjakeandjosh.com, Email: heyjakeandjosh@gmail.com, Twitter: @heyjakeandjosh

Here on Nerdy Show, we give love to creators all the time. After all, talented writers, directors, artists, etc. are what make our pop culture world go 'round. But on this episode of Nerdy Show, we're going a step further and celebrating those special creators who've found their creative soul mates: writing duos. Perfectly paired partnerships truly do yield fantastic things. We consider the creators behind our favorite books (comics and text) as well as the bold duos behind films, TV, and music to examine just how their dual-brained dynamics make good ideas into great ideas. How funny would The Venture Bros. be without Jackson Publick and Doc Hammer working in tandem? How could A New Hope and Empire have become the stuff of legend without the guiding hand of Marcia Lucas to fix George's crazy? Join Cap, Denika, Luke, and La Valle as they ask these questions and more! Thanks to Ross Butler for providing the topic for this Microsode. For links and more info, head to the main episode page: http://nerdyshow.com/2015/03/episode-215-writing-duos/Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The New London Gin Craze. Tom du Croz presents #InGoodTaste - cooking up a storm every week on ZoneOneRadio - the community radio station for Central London. A pure grain spirit, tasting predominantly of juniper berries - gin has a fascinating history. First brewed as a medicine by monks during the black death, it’s popularity grew during the early 18th century in London, sparking a “gin craze” when consumption spiralled out of control. Its reputation now restored, Gin is enjoying something of a renaissance, with almost 120 brands now available on the market. We speak to Olivier Ward of ginblog.co.uk, take a tour of Ian Hart's distillery in Highgate where he produces the award-winning Sacred Gin and take a boat trip with Ross Butler of Butler's Gin to find out why gin has come back into fashion. -- www.twitter.com/_InGoodTaste & www.twitter.com/z1radio www.ZoneOneRadio.com & www.facebook.com/ZoneOneRadio - Louis Armstrong - Mack the Knife Simon & Garfunkel - Scarborough Fair Nancy Sinatra - You Only Live Twice Crosby, Still, Nash and Young - Our house Tina Turner - Honky tonk woman Nat King Cole - Let There Be Love

We knew that our exploration of nerd music history would be lengthy, but we were surprised how deep the rabbit hole went. Recorded in one long sitting, dividing this episode into two parts was an on-the-spot decision. You can tell it’s gotten late, ’cause we’ve gotten a little loopy. Picking up where we left off - our adventure through nerd music history continues up to the present and into the future! Z from Hipster, Please! and Wired’s GeekDad. makes a brief time-traveling appearance, while the battle-ready, Adam WarRock stays strong with Hex, Cap, and Triforce Mike on into the night. Nerdy Show is proud to present the triumphant conclusion to “Nerdcore: The Past, Present, and Future of Nerd Music“. This episode features an EPIC group interview with some of the biggest names in Nerdcore: MC Lars, Random, K-Murdock, Tribe One, and Adam WarRock recorded during the Race Wars Tour. Special thanks to: Anti Luke, Ross Butler, Big Bad Shadow Man, BlameTheWizards, lgolem, Flaninja, Sage0, Darren Reid, and Arkais who made this show possible with their generous support.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Part 2 of our Nerdy Show Prime 2-part feature on VOICE ACTING! When it comes to animation – voice actors define a character. Sure, there’s the writing and the animation, but it’s the voice that really sells the character. What would the animated characters be without their iconic voices bringing each of those characters to life? What’s the difference between a good anime dub and a bad one? It’s the voices. In this two-part Nerdy Show Prime episode, we celebrate voice actors, their legacy in animation and other mediums. We discuss the history of voice acting, famous voice actors, defining roles and interview some greats of the field. In our second part of this double-length voice acting feature we speak to prolific anime voice actor, Vic Mignogna, star of Full Metal Alchemist, as well as Mr. Badass himself: Steve Blum who’s put hair on your chest as Wolverine, and Spike Spiegel. In this episode we also discuss the origin of voice acting: radio dramas, as well as share some voice acting secrets about our own radio drama, Dungeons & Doritos. This is our first fan-commissioned episode! Our hats are off to Byron McIssac and Ross Butler who donated in our April donation drive to their chosen topic of “Voice Acting” and made this episode a reality. Big thanks to them and all donors since for supporting the show and helping us bring you amazing episodes like this one. We couldn’t do this without you.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

When it comes to animation – voice actors define a character. Sure, there’s the writing and the animation, but it’s the voice that really sells the character. What would the Looney Tunes be without their iconic voices bringing each of those characters to life? What’s the difference between a good anime dub and a bad one? It’s the voices. As nerds we’ve created something of a fandom surrounding voice actors. Giving these men and women of a thousand faces the celebrity following that they deserve. And they so deserve it – they get all the cool roles. Spastic rodents, ninja turtles, warlords from space, magical ponies. Not even Johnny Depp has been a magical pony. True fact. In this two-part Nerdy Show Prime episode, we celebrate voice actors, their legacy in animation and other mediums. We discuss the history of voice acting, famous voice actors, defining roles and interview some greats of the field. In this first episode we speak to the legendary Rob Paulsen, whos voice has dominated American animation for the last three decades, as well as Yuri Lowenthal, rising star in all fields of voice work best known for being the Prince of Persia and the voice of Ben 10. This episode is our first fan-commissioned episode! Our hats are off to Byron McIssac and Ross Butler who donated in our April donation drive to their chosen topic of “Voice Acting” and made this episode a reality. Big thanks to them and all donors since for supporting the show and helping us bring you amazing episodes like this one. We couldn’t do this without you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this week's Stack podcast for the week of March 1, 2023, we've got new comic book reviews for:The Human Target #12DC ComicsWritten by Tom KingArt by Greg SmallwoodRogue & Gambit #1 MarvelWritten by Stephanie PhillipsArt by Carlos GómezPhantom Road #1 Image ComicsWritten by Jeff LemireArt by Gabriel H. WaltaShazam: Fury of the Gods Special - Shazamily Matters #1DC ComicsWritten by Zachary Levi, D.J. Cotrona and Colleen Doran, Faith Herman and Amanda Deibert, Tim Seeley, David F. Sandberg and Scott Kolins, Ross Butler and Josh Trujillo, Grace Caroline Currey, Adam Brody and Kenny Porter, Henry GaydenArt by Freddie Williams II, Erica Henderson, Jorge Corona, Scott Kolins, Andrew Drilon, Damian Fulton, Mike Norton, Scott GodlewskiHallows Eve #1 MarvelWritten by Erica SchultzArt by Michael DowlingSkull and Bones: Savage Storm #1 Image ComicsWritten by John Jackson Miller & James MishlerArt by Christian RosadoStargirl: The Lost Children #4DC ComicsWritten by Geoff JohnsArt by Todd NauckMurderworld: Game Over #1 MarvelWritten by Jim Zub and Ray FawkesArt by Netho Diaz, Lorenzo TammettaBuffy The Last Vampire Slayer Special #1 BOOM! StudiosWritten by Casey GillyArt by Joe Jaro, Maria Keane, Lea CaballeroSandman Universe: Dead Boy Detectives #3DC ComicsWritten by Pornsak PichetshoteArt by Jeff StokelyI Am Iron Man #1 MarvelWritten by Murex AyodeleArt by Dotun AmandaWhere Monsters Lie #2 Dark Horse ComicsWritten by Kyle StarksArt by Piotr KowalskiBlue Beetle: Graduation Day #4DC ComicsWritten by Josh TrujilloArt by Adrián GutiérrezCosmic Ghost Rider #1 MarvelWritten by Stephanie PhillipsArt by Juan Cabal, Jonas ScharfRadiant Black #22Image ComicsWritten by Kyle HigginsArt by Eduardo Frigate & Zé CarlosThe Riddler: Year One #3DC ComicsWritten by Paul DanoArt by Stevan SubicSpider-Man: Unforgiven #1 MarvelWritten by Tim SeeleyArt by Sid KotianI Hate This Place #6Image ComicsWritten by Kyle StarksArt by Artyom TopilinAction Comics #1052DC ComicsWritten by Phillip Kennedy Johnson, Dan Jurgens, Leah WilliamsArt by Rafa Sandoval, Lee Weeks, Marguerite SauvageSpider-Gwen: Shadow Clones #1 MarvelWritten by Emily KimArt by Ken ZamaKoshchei in Hell #3 Dark Horse ComicsWritten by Mike MignolaArt by Ben StenbeckCaptain America: Sentinel of Liberty #10 MarvelWritten by Jackson Lanzing & Collin KellyArt by Carmen CarneroBreath of Shadows #2IDWWritten by Rich DouekArt by Alex CormackSpider-Man #6 MarvelWritten by Dan SlottArt by Mark BagleySUBSCRIBE ON RSS, APPLE, ANDROID, SPOTIFY, STITCHER OR THE APP OF YOUR CHOICE. FOLLOW US ON TWITTER, INSTAGRAM AND FACEBOOK. SUPPORT OUR SHOWS ON PATREON.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's Stack podcast for the week of March 1, 2023, we've got new comic book reviews for:The Human Target #12DC ComicsWritten by Tom KingArt by Greg SmallwoodRogue & Gambit #1 MarvelWritten by Stephanie PhillipsArt by Carlos GómezPhantom Road #1 Image ComicsWritten by Jeff LemireArt by Gabriel H. WaltaShazam: Fury of the Gods Special - Shazamily Matters #1DC ComicsWritten by Zachary Levi, D.J. Cotrona and Colleen Doran, Faith Herman and Amanda Deibert, Tim Seeley, David F. Sandberg and Scott Kolins, Ross Butler and Josh Trujillo, Grace Caroline Currey, Adam Brody and Kenny Porter, Henry GaydenArt by Freddie Williams II, Erica Henderson, Jorge Corona, Scott Kolins, Andrew Drilon, Damian Fulton, Mike Norton, Scott GodlewskiHallows Eve #1 MarvelWritten by Erica SchultzArt by Michael DowlingSkull and Bones: Savage Storm #1 Image ComicsWritten by John Jackson Miller & James MishlerArt by Christian RosadoStargirl: The Lost Children #4DC ComicsWritten by Geoff JohnsArt by Todd NauckMurderworld: Game Over #1 MarvelWritten by Jim Zub and Ray FawkesArt by Netho Diaz, Lorenzo TammettaBuffy The Last Vampire Slayer Special #1 BOOM! StudiosWritten by Casey GillyArt by Joe Jaro, Maria Keane, Lea CaballeroSandman Universe: Dead Boy Detectives #3DC ComicsWritten by Pornsak PichetshoteArt by Jeff StokelyI Am Iron Man #1 MarvelWritten by Murex AyodeleArt by Dotun AmandaWhere Monsters Lie #2 Dark Horse ComicsWritten by Kyle StarksArt by Piotr KowalskiBlue Beetle: Graduation Day #4DC ComicsWritten by Josh TrujilloArt by Adrián GutiérrezCosmic Ghost Rider #1 MarvelWritten by Stephanie PhillipsArt by Juan Cabal, Jonas ScharfRadiant Black #22Image ComicsWritten by Kyle HigginsArt by Eduardo Frigate & Zé CarlosThe Riddler: Year One #3DC ComicsWritten by Paul DanoArt by Stevan SubicSpider-Man: Unforgiven #1 MarvelWritten by Tim SeeleyArt by Sid KotianI Hate This Place #6Image ComicsWritten by Kyle StarksArt by Artyom TopilinAction Comics #1052DC ComicsWritten by Phillip Kennedy Johnson, Dan Jurgens, Leah WilliamsArt by Rafa Sandoval, Lee Weeks, Marguerite SauvageSpider-Gwen: Shadow Clones #1 MarvelWritten by Emily KimArt by Ken ZamaKoshchei in Hell #3 Dark Horse ComicsWritten by Mike MignolaArt by Ben StenbeckCaptain America: Sentinel of Liberty #10 MarvelWritten by Jackson Lanzing & Collin KellyArt by Carmen CarneroBreath of Shadows #2IDWWritten by Rich DouekArt by Alex CormackSpider-Man #6 MarvelWritten by Dan SlottArt by Mark BagleySUBSCRIBE ON RSS, APPLE, ANDROID, SPOTIFY, STITCHER OR THE APP OF YOUR CHOICE. FOLLOW US ON TWITTER, INSTAGRAM AND FACEBOOK. SUPPORT OUR SHOWS ON PATREON.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy