Podcasts about shop class

In this episode, John Harcar interviews Jeffrey Gibson, a successful general contractor and real estate investor based in Las Vegas. They discuss Jeff's journey from the trades to establishing a mid-size construction company, the challenges he faced, and his insights on scaling a business. Jeff also shares his passion for addressing the attainable housing crisis through his nonprofit, The Shop Class, which teaches high school students about construction and provides them with hands-on experience. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true ‘white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a “mini-mastermind” with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming “Retreat”, either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas “Big H Ranch”? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he breaks down today's biggest stories shaping America and the world. Trump to Walmart: “Eat the Tariffs” – President Trump criticizes Walmart for raising prices, arguing the retail giant and China should absorb the tariff costs. Treasury Secretary Bessent tries to calm fears, but stacked tariffs and a weakened U.S. dollar are squeezing importers. Meanwhile, the GOP's "Big, Beautiful Bill" aims to cut spending and taxes, but conservatives remain divided on whether it goes far enough. China Tightens Grip on Rare Earth Exports, Delays Trade Talks – Xi Jinping selectively permits rare earth shipments to foreign firms, leaving U.S. companies scrambling. Analysts suspect the delay is strategic, possibly a prelude to fall military action around Taiwan. Middle East Shift: Hamas Leaders Killed, Gaza May Be Carved Up – Israel reportedly eliminates top Hamas leaders and rolls out a plan to divide Gaza into three security zones. Meanwhile, a leaked proposal reveals a U.S.-backed effort to relocate 1 million Palestinians to Libya, raising alarm over European security and regional stability. Pope Leo XIV's First Mass Aligns with Youth Revival of Christianity – As the new pope champions human dignity and labor, more young people in the U.S. and Europe are turning to Christianity—and to the skilled trades. High school shop programs are making a comeback as Gen Z skips college for $70K job offers and deeper purpose. "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." – John 8:32

This lecture is entitled An Inquiry into the Value of Work: A Discussion of Matt Crawford's Shop Class as Soulcraft. It was presented by Matthew Crawford, Kirk Doran of the University of Notre Dame, and Elisa Rubbo of the University of Chicago on October 10, 2024, at the University Club of Chicago.

In this episode of The Fix, Brian Schaffran, Head Coach and Founder of Motogo Cleveland, shares how his nonprofit is reigniting shop class by teaching students mechanical skills through motorcycle building. Motogo helps students embrace failure as part of the learning process, builds teamwork across genders, and offers hands-on experiences that foster confidence, problem-solving, and life skills. He also highlights the program's impact on underserved communities and the importance of reintroducing trades education into schools.Learn more at motogocleveland.comFollow Motogo Cleveland on Instagram and Facebook.

Episode 250FACULTY: Ryan Bakke, CPACLASS: #ShoperationsIn this episode, Ryan Bakke, CPA discusses his incredible journey of building a $3 million accounting firm by the age of 26. Ryan shares insights on the importance of a good hook in marketing, strategies for running a successful firm, and leveraging social proof through platforms like Facebook. He also delves into his motivations for leaving Deloitte, the value of mentorship, and his future goals for rapid growth and acquisition within the accounting profession. Ryan's story is a testament to how far standing on the shoulders of giants can get you.

Bruce and Gaydos explain why shop classes are back on the rise in high schools across the country.

School districts across America are spending millions for new shop classes. Plus, how are we changing the way we teach?

Episode 249FACULTY: Shane Mason, CPA/CFPCLASS: #ShoperationsJoin us in this Shoperations episode as we learn from Shane Mason of Brooklyn FI and his venture into software. Shane shares insights into the company's growth, handling rapid expansion, and the importance of predicting the future over dwelling on the past. Discover how Brooklyn FI is navigating industry shifts, introducing new partners, and staying ahead with innovative solutions like Gemifi. Perfect for students and professionals eager to learn about financial planning, startup struggles, and the evolving landscape of tech-driven advisory services.

Episode 248FACULTY: Jason Ackerman, CPA aka J-Rabbit aka the Accounting High Lunch LadyCLASS: #ShoperationsIn this episode, Jason Ackerman, CPA, co-founder of WealthRabbit, discusses the importance of accountants providing advisory services and setting up retirement plans for clients. Ackerman explains the challenges and opportunities in offering simple IRAs, SEPs, and other retirement plans, and emphasizes the need for accountants to evolve from mere compliance work to value-driven services. The conversation delves into the development of WealthRabbit, the integration with payroll systems, and the importance of customer service in both accounting and software businesses.

Episode 243 FACULTY: Nick Boscia, CPA, EA aka The Balanced CPA CLASS: #Shoperations In this episode, join Scotty as he talks with Nick Boscia, aka the Balanced CPA from New Jersey. Nick shares insights from his journey in accounting, taking over his father's firm, and running a family business with his brother. They explore the importance of balance in work and life, the evolution of their firm with technology, and the implementation of fair client pricing. Nick also discusses the challenges they faced and the aspirations for the future, all while maintaining a balanced approach to life and work. This engaging conversation offers a deep dive into the life of a modern CPA striving for balance and growth.

#134 - Shop Class as Soulcraft: An Inquiry into the Value of Work by Matthew B. Crawford---00:00 Relevant book for leaders in a digital age.05:55 Discussing "Shop Class as Soulcraft" core ideas.11:24 Matthew B. Crawford: Author exploring work, virtue, vehicles.14:17 Matthew B. Crawford: humble origins, manual competency, influence.20:07 Craftsmanship values substance over appearance in leadership.23:19 Wisdom evolved; now focuses on practical knowledge.25:25 Education misaligns with practical skills for life.31:46 Virtual world vs. reality: leaders must choose.34:09 "12 Rules for Leaders": Intentional leadership guide.39:34 Loss of autonomy with the rise of technology.41:46 Rethink education, embrace manual competency, challenge systems.47:23 "College students need pragmatic problem-solving books."52:42 Begin with basics: real-world skills, reduce narcissism.54:16 Narcissists struggle with real-world competence limitations.58:03 Subscribe and review the Leadership Lessons From The Great Books podcast.---Opening and closing themes composed by Brian Sanyshyn of Brian Sanyshyn Music.---Pick up your copy of 12 Rules for Leaders: The Foundation of Intentional Leadership NOW on AMAZON!Check out the 2022 Leadership Lessons From the Great Books podcast reading list!--- ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ .Subscribe to the Leadership Lessons From The Great Books Podcast: https://bit.ly/LLFTGBSubscribe.Check out HSCT Publishing at: https://www.hsctpublishing.com/.Check out LeadingKeys at: https://www.leadingkeys.com/.Check out Leadership ToolBox at: https://leadershiptoolbox.us/.Contact HSCT for more information at 1-833-216-8296 to schedule a full DEMO of LeadingKeys with one of our team members.---Leadership ToolBox website: https://leadershiptoolbox.us/.Leadership ToolBox LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ldrshptlbx/.Leadership ToolBox YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@leadershiptoolbox/videosLeadership ToolBox Twitter: https://twitter.com/ldrshptlbx.Leadership ToolBox IG: https://www.instagram.com/leadershiptoolboxus/.Leadership ToolBox FB: https://www.facebook.com/LdrshpTl

If you've been following me on LinkedIn lately, you know I spent a lot of time thinking about the importance of company culture and how marketing content can both reflect and drive culture. Done well, I believe the same content can both motivate employees and attract customers.In this episode, we'll take the impact of culture even further. Mykella Auld is the founder, Chief Culture Officer, and Executive Director of The Workwell Studio, and her work focuses on the intersection of organizational culture and societal well-being. Mykella's vision is to help organizations see culture as a strategic asset—a mechanism that not only supports employee engagement and productivity but also shapes the societal landscape in meaningful ways.The relevant question, I believe is, “How can organizational culture best work to achieve the desired outcomes, whether in the public sector, the private sector, or in any community?”Culture's Ripple EffectAfter getting a sociology degree, Mykella was working with a school district and the National Institute for Educational Leadership. A challenging legislative session on school reform opened her eyes to the impact of internal challenges. As is likely often the case, the culture within organizations and its impact often reaches as far as the services they provide (perhaps farther). The Genesis of The Workwell StudioBuilding on her experiences, Mykella pursued a master's degree in leadership and later led a research team exploring the intersection of local government policies and community well-being. This work illuminated how public institutions—schools, nonprofits, and government agencies—impact not just their immediate stakeholders but society at large. Her findings reinforced the idea that organizational culture can be a powerful tool for driving positive change both internally and externally.Strategies for Building Healthy CulturesCulture doesn't happen by accident—it must be strategically planned and invested in. Brian Thomson made the same point for life science companies in a previous episode. How does it happen. Mykella pointed out that HR departments, although essential, should not bear sole responsibility for culture. While initiatives around leadership and organizational development often fall to HR, they likely have enough to do and it might even be a conflict. Instead, she suggests organizations consider roles like a Director of Culture Initiatives to ensure dedicated focus on this critical area.Key strategies include:* Co-Creation: Building cultures that prioritize shared leadership and accountability. By involving employees in decision-making processes, organizations foster trust and inclusion.* Well-Being: Focusing on social and emotional development, trust-building, and systems of care. Health outcomes are just one facet of well-being—the broader goal is creating environments where people thrive emotionally and socially. It strikes me that this is the kind of environment where people would be most happy and productive.* Innovation: Encouraging a mindset that embraces trial and error, creativity, and exploration. Not subscribed? Let's fix that, shall we? Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.The Role of Public Sector OrganizationsMykella noted that public sector leaders often lack formal leadership training, perhaps due to budget constraints, which can hinder their ability to prioritize staff and culture. (I wonder if it's significantly different in the private sector. It seems most often that people who are good at their job get promoted to management without additional leadership or management training.)Additionally, public institutions tend to focus outward on their mission to serve society, sometimes neglecting the internal health of their organizations. The behaviors and norms within these institutions often ripple into the communities they serve. It strikes me as a misalignment of values if an organization trying to serve the public isn't modeling the world it hopes to create.Mykella mentioned an art piece from the 1950s illustrating how workplace dynamics influence home life. This insight remains relevant today, emphasizing the societal responsibility public institutions have to model healthy behaviors and norms. Am I naive to think we should need to be reminded to treat others, whether they are colleagues, co-workers, employees or service providers with respect?The Intersection of Public and Private SectorsHere is why the above matters. To no one's surprise, private sector leaders are having a huge impact on society in their public roles. While this trend brings opportunities for innovation, it also raises questions about balancing business-oriented approaches with the unique purposes of public institutions. From my point of view, none of us should outsource our cultural initiatives to people who don't share our values. While there are certainly successful workplaces that reflect lovely communities, I don't think that it makes sense to govern a society in the same way one would run a business. The First StepA centerpiece of The Workwell Studio's work is its cultural audit tool. This comprehensive approach gathers data and human stories to assess an organization's culture across areas like HR policies, well-being, social intelligence, and innovation. The findings provide a roadmap for organizations to align their strategies with their cultural goals.Innovation, in particular, stands out as a critical component. Fostering an innovative mindset and new initiatives requires leaders to support risk-taking, value employee input, and view failures as learning opportunities. Without this openness, efforts to build a thriving culture may falter.My ThoughtsOne might ask if it's the place of organizations, public or private to be the arbiters of culture. Fair enough. In a capitalist society, our workplaces often become our communities. For any organization, but especially large ones, there is the opportunity to shape societal culture - for better or worse I suppose. So if your mission is to make the world a better place, does your internal culture align with that?At the same time I was recording and editing this interview, I was reading a book by Matthew…. entitled Shop Class as Soulcraft. The thesis of the book is largely about the value of manual work. The author is a motorcycle mechanic with a PhD in Physics.The book explains how our educational system and workplaces are set up in some ways to devalue certain types of work.In the course of reading it, I contemplated whether I am closer to being a craftsperson or a cog in the machine. All of that got me thinking about how we justify making organizations centers of culture to some degree. That may overstate their impact.It strikes me that there are many legitimate ways of working, all of which have value, even though the satisfaction that comes from it may vary both in kind and degree. The motorcycle mechanic learns from experience and a hands-on approach. He or she is intimately connected to their work and the end product. For many organizations or businesses, however, this doesn't make sense. It takes a lot of people to design, build, procure, and ship a mass spectrometer, for example. In that situation, leadership and teamwork are critical for success, which is why I believe that thinking about culture strategically is important.Your deepest insights are your best branding. I'd love to help you share them. Chat with me about custom content for your life science brand. Or visit my website. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cclifescience.substack.com

Episode 241 FACULTY: Nikole Mackenzie aka Niks, aka Nikki, aka Coach Mack CLASS: #Shoperations In this episode we have Coach Mack back on aka Nikole Mackenzie as she dives deep into her journey in the evolving world of Client Advisory Services (CAS). Nikole shares her experience from starting in a traditional accounting setting to establishing her firm, Momentum Accounting. We explore the transformation of CAS, and Nikole's Profit Points system aimed at optimizing business performance. It's time for another episode of Shoperations at Accounting High!

Sven chats with Bryan Bachman (He/Him) of Louavull to talk about his song " '57" off of the album "It's Over, Now What?" memories of the CU Music scene, and great things about his favorite non-musical thing.  Links to Bryan's current project: Shop Class    

Episode 239 FACULTY: Scott Scarano, EA and Matt Kid, CPA CLASS: #Shoperations In this episode, our substitute teacher, Matt Kidd, continues his interview with Scott Scarano, EA where Scott shares the story of how he grew his accounting firm to $1.3 million with $400,000 in annual cash flow, and became completely removed from daily operations. Scott provides insights into the importance of a strong team, unique hiring methods, and embracing technology and innovation in the firm. He also touches on his passion for rapping, his struggle with growth versus letting off the reins, and his future aspirations for his firm.

Episode 238 FACULTY: Scott Scarano, EA and Matt Kid, CPA CLASS: #Shoperations In this episode, one of Accounting High's substitute teachers, Matt Kidd, CPA interviews Scott Scarano, EA, about his journey through accounting. Scott shared how his grandfather's CPA firm and the family software business shaped his early career, as well as the tough times he faced during college before finding his way back to accounting. He talked about his experiences with remote work, using Xero, and implementing EOS, all of which helped him transform his firm and himself. Over time, Scott grew the business significantly and reinvented his role, evolving from an accountant to a full-fledged entrepreneur.

Episode 237 FACULTY: Dustin Verity, CPA CLASS: #Shoperations In this episode, we sit down with Dustin Verity from Verity CPA, who joins us live from Hawaii. Dustin shares his experiences from founding Verity CPA in 2012, starting with small beginnings working out of a kitchen table to managing a multi-million dollar firm with 25 employees and three offices. The episode offers deep insights into the steps and hurdles of growing a CPA firm from scratch, emphasizing flexibility, continual reinvestment, and the dynamics of business growth.

Episode 236 FACULTY: Joe Carufe and Ben Curtis, CPA CLASS: #Shoperations In this episode, Scotty hosts Joe Carufe and Ben Curtis of Good Measure. They discuss their unique approach to building a new type of firm, embracing partnership without ego, and intentionally planning for sustainable growth. The conversation dives into the evolution from their past experiences to creating Good Measure with a focus on strong client relationships and community impact. Joe and Ben share their vision for a balanced professional and personal life, their process in finding ideal clients, and the importance of giving back. Engaging and insightful, this episode provides a blueprint for building a purpose-driven, successful firm.

Episode 235 FACULTY: Carla McCall, CPA aka Queen B CLASS: #Shoperations In this episode, Scotty interviews Carla McCall, CPA, managing partner of AAFCPAs and chair of the AICPA. Carla shares her innovative approach to the accounting profession, emphasizing a people-first culture that flips the traditional script of client and firm importance. She discusses the importance of technology integration, lessons learned from her career journey, and strategies implemented to create a supportive and inclusive workplace. Carla also touches on her work with the AICPA, the future of the accounting profession, and the challenges and rewards of leading through change.

Episode 234 FACULTY: Matt Kidd, CPA CLASS: #Shoperations In this throwback to Sons of CPAs, Scotty chats it up with Matt about his two CPA brothers, diving into how they each built successful practices, inspired by their CPA father. They talk about managing and transitioning CPA firms, incorporating wealth management, modernizing traditional practices, tax season, and client relationships. Tune in for a comprehensive view on growing a client-centric, million-dollar CPA practice, with insights on practical strategies and overcoming challenges in the accounting profession.

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Episode 231 FACULTY: Kyle Geers, CPA CLASS: #Shoperations In this episode, join Scotty and Kyle Geers as they talk about his unique path from college water skiing enthusiast to managing a fully remote firm with $2 million in revenue. Hear how the founders of Zeroed In leveraged their skills to create profitable accounting practices, navigated communication and collaboration challenges, and utilized tools like Power BI and ClickUp. Discover insights on capacity planning, client service management, and fostering team growth through clear career paths.

James Andich of Andich Carpentry, a framer whose passion for the trade began in high school and has only grown stronger over the years. James takes us through his journey from his early days in shop class, where he first discovered his love for carpentry, to finding and learning from the mentor of all mentors. He shares insights on the dedication it takes to succeed in framing, his experience working with the Gatti Bros (past guests of TCL), and how he continues to seek out opportunities to learn and refine his craft.Tune in to hear James's inspiring story and how his commitment to sourcing the best materials and techniques drives him forward. For anyone interested in framing, mentorship, or the journey of a passionate tradesperson, this episode is a must-listen. Find James on Instagram @andich_carpentry or reach out at 416-577-3947 for your next carpentry project.This show is brought to you by.Connect with Foam It today. Reach them at 416-893-8712 or 647-961-9777, email muhammed@foamit.ca, and visit www.foamit.ca. Follow them on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn to see their latest projects and innovations. Experience the difference with a team committed to excellence. Antonio and Aqua Stop Waterproofing are your go-to professionals for all things waterproofing. Get in touch with Aqua Stop Waterproofing today at 647 631 4144 or visit http://www.aquastopwaterproofing.ca For direct inquiries, email Antonio at antonio@aquastopwaterproofing.caExpert Plumbing And DrainsNeed help now? Call Expert Plumbing & Drains at 905-531-4111. That's 905-531-4111. Or visit them online at expertplumbinganddrains.com and on social media @expertplumbinganddrainscanada At Trade Links Consulting, we're passionate about helping you find the right trade, build your business, and mentor the next generation. Whether you're exploring your options or ready to take the plunge, we offer tailored career consulting and startup guidance to get you on the right track. Visit www.tradelinksconsulting.ca today and book your personalized strategy session. Your future in the skilled trades starts here! Try 3WAY today and revolutionize your drywall game. Perfect corners, every time!To purchase or check out some “how to videos” to see installs in action, visit 3way.ca or connect with them at 306 514-3768 or drop them an email 3waytheworld@gmail.com

Episode 229 FACULTY: Ashley Francis, CPA CLASS: #Shoperations In this episode, Scotty and Ashley Francis, CPA discuss her journey in becoming a CPA, building her niche practice focused on high-net-worth individuals, and exploring educational opportunities. Ashley shares her passion for accounting, spurred by early childhood experiences, and her growth from working in large accounting firms to running her own practice. She talks about her unique experience with trust and estate taxes, homeschooling her son, and the challenges and rewards of balancing a practice with educational endeavors. Ashley and Scott do NOT discuss: AI, Jason Staats, or Automation!

Episode 228 FACULTY: Adam Hale, CPA CLASS: #Shoperations TITLE: $10M Model Cloud Accounting Firm, Beyond the Summit In this episode of Accounting High, join the host and guest Adam Hale from Summit CPAs as they dive into the transformation from traditional accounting to advisory services. Adam discusses the journey of creating a successful model cloud accounting firm, emphasizing the shift from answering questions to asking them, the importance of building a niche, and the challenges of merging with a larger firm like Anders. He shares valuable insights on developing advisory services, maintaining culture in a distributed team, and growing a business by learning from failures. Whether you're starting out in the accounting field or looking to innovate within your firm, this episode offers practical advice and inspiration.

Alex interviews Jeff Mason, Super-Legit Car Guy as well as President and COO of The Piston Foundation, whose mission is to fund skilled trades programs to help a new generation of craftspeople build rewarding careers in the collector car industry. They start with a primer on what Piston does before moving into the strong interest in cars displayed by today's youth; how modern job readiness and technical education have evolved; the influence of the "Maker Movement"; professional skills vs. trades, and the latter as a jumping off point for both technical and non-technical careers in the collector car industry; the intersection between artistic expression and mechanical inclination; the confidence boost and satisfaction of learning to do something real; and the joy of working with purely objective quality standards. They turn to Jeff's own automotive experiences, such as piggybacking off of someone else's midlife crisis, to great effect: racing with his brother in the Carrera Panamericana, the Mille Miglia, and other famous rallies to come. The pair close by detailing the direct, meaningful downstream effects of donations to the Piston Foundation and how collectors can help change the community's workforce from "graying to growing."  Follow along! Links for the picks discussed in this episode: 1:00 The Piston Foundation 13:32 Shop Class as Soulcraft: An Inquiry into the Value of Work by Matthew B. Crawford (Amazon) 22:37 Riley's Rebuilds (Facebook) 25:26 Automotive Restorations (a BaT Local Partner) 32:02  Driving La Carrera 33:00 Fiat 508C Balilla 1100 (Wikipedia)  38:10 Lot #100,000: The BaT 1973 Datsun 240Z for Charity 38:23 Piston Foundation BaT user page 38:27 Support Piston Foundation Scholars With New BaT x Piston Foundation Shirts! 45:30 Cars for Piston Scholars donation program 47:00 34-Piece Scale Model Car “Grand Elegance” Collection for Charity & 47-Piece Scale Model Car “American Classics” Collection for Charity 49:09 BaT Alumni Gathering, October 19 at Coker Farm in Bedford, New York—Registration is Open! 50:15 2025 Porsche Cayman GTS 4.0 sweepstakes Got questions for the BaT staff or suggestions for our next One Year? Don't hesitate to let us know! Write in to podcast@bringatrailer.com and we'll do our best to address them. Donate to The Piston Foundation today!

Episode 227 FACULTY: Mike Meilinger, CPA CLASS: #Shoperations In this episode, join us as we dive into an inspiring conversation with Mike Meilinger, a seasoned CPA and business coach who has transformed not only his accounting firm but also his health. Mike shares his incredible physical transformation and adopting extreme fitness regimes like 75 Hard. Gain valuable insights on balancing business success with personal health, the importance of emotional well-being, and why investing in discomfort can lead to growth in all aspects of life.

Today the Pugs revisit Matthew B. Crawford's book, Shop Class as Soulcraft. Among the many fascinating things discussed in it is the essential difference between autonomy and agency. Ironically, we live in a world of manufactured illusions of autonomy. We're led to make choices between options presented to us by parties that profit no matter what choice is made. On the other hand, there are people who possess true agency. Those are the people who get things done, and consequently are people we respect. And yet most people chose the illusion of autonomy over agency. Why is that? Join the Pugs as they discuss why. Support the Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8 The Theology Pugcast is a ministry of Trinity Reformed Church in Huntsville Alabama. To view more media from TRC, visit their website: https://trinityreformedkirk.com/trc-media/

Today the Pugs revisit Matthew B. Crawford's book, Shop Class as Soulcraft. Among the many fascinating things discussed in it is the essential difference between autonomy and agency. Ironically, we live in a world of manufactured illusions of autonomy. We're led to make choices between options presented to us by parties that profit no matter what choice is made. On the other hand, there are people who possess true agency. Those are the people who get things done, and consequently are people we respect. And yet most people chose the illusion of autonomy over agency. Why is that? Join the Pugs as they discuss why. Support the Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8 The Theology Pugcast is a ministry of Trinity Reformed Church in Huntsville Alabama. To view more media from TRC, visit their website: https://trinityreformedkirk.com/trc-media/

Today the Pugs revisit Matthew B. Crawford's book, Shop Class as Soulcraft. Among the many fascinating things discussed in it is the essential difference between autonomy and agency. Ironically, we live in a world of manufactured illusions of autonomy. We're led to make choices between options presented to us by parties that profit no matter what choice is made. On the other hand, there are people who possess true agency. Those are the people who get things done, and consequently are people we respect. And yet most people chose the illusion of autonomy over agency. Why is that? Join the Pugs as they discuss why. Support the Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8 The Theology Pugcast is a ministry of Trinity Reformed Church in Huntsville Alabama. To view more media from TRC, visit their website: https://trinityreformedkirk.com/trc-media/

Today the Pugs revisit Matthew B. Crawford's book, Shop Class as Soulcraft. Among the many fascinating things discussed in it is the essential difference between autonomy and agency. Ironically, we live in a world of manufactured illusions of autonomy. We're led to make choices between options presented to us by parties that profit no matter what choice is made. On the other hand, there are people who possess true agency. Those are the people who get things done, and consequently are people we respect. And yet most people chose the illusion of autonomy over agency. Why is that? Join the Pugs as they discuss why. Support the Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8 The Theology Pugcast is a ministry of Trinity Reformed Church in Huntsville Alabama. To view more media from TRC, visit their website: https://trinityreformedkirk.com/trc-media/

Episode 223 Botkeeper Presents AI UNCHAINED  On October 8-10 2024, in Santa Rosa California  LINK BELOW SAVES YOU $290, GET YOUR TICKET FOR $509 (REG PRICE $799)  https://app.hubspot.com/payments/purchase/hscs_r07FYxQ5lcH36SD4YjS9gOMpmt9QnN8uODZWT2AydCTH75jxtFfhmYO2SNRbtzxc FACULTY: Tim Petrey, CPA CLASS: #Shoperations In this episode of Accounting High, Tim Petrey, CPA, shares his inspiring journey from a small CPA firm to becoming an innovative player in the accounting industry. Through exciting strategies, community involvement, and leveraging the power of Ascend's private equity model, Tim has transformed his firm into a $7.5 million revenue business with 75 employees. The discussion covers leadership, firm growth, internship programs, pricing strategies, and the impact of merging with Ascend. Join us as we delve into the tactics and mindset that have driven Timothy's incredible success.

Episode 222 Sign up for Workflow Queen's Breakthrough for Bookkeepers & Accountants for $1,000 OFF Sale dates: August 23rd - August 30th https://www.breakthroughwithsystems.com/join-live  FACULTY: Chris Hervochon, CPA aka 'The Herv' CLASS: #Shoperations In this episode of Shoperations at Accounting High, Chris Hervochon, CPA aka "The Herv" shares his journey from high school accounting to founding A Better Way CPA. Chris delves into his strategies for using automation and advisory services to grow his firm. He also discusses his experiences with Leadership Academy, the importance of networking, and the role of Herve AI in enhancing accounting processes. Whether you're new to the accounting world or looking to break through business ceilings, this episode is packed with insights and practical advice to help you streamline operations and scale your firm.

Episode 221 FACULTY: Zane Stevens, CA CLASS: #Shoperations In this episode of Accounting High, Scotty is in shop class with Zane Stevens, founder of Protea Financials. Zane takes us through his journey from South Africa to California, where he set up a thriving accounting firm specializing in the wine industry. They chat about the importance of good communication, finding your career niche, and using professional networks to grow. Zane also points out the cool perks of having a team spread across South Africa. Join in for some solid advice on career growth, managing a remote team, and tips for budding accountants trying to carve out their path.

This week we talk about teaching as a science, engineering, design, craft, or art practice. Things that bring us joy this week: Shop Class as Soulcraft: An Inquiry into the Value of Work (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/6261332-shop-class-as-soulcraft) by Matthew B. Crawford Meet You in Hell: Andrew Carnegie, Henry Clay Frick, and the Bitter Partnership That Changed America (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/184483.Meet_You_in_Hell) by Les Standiford Intro/Outro Music: Notice of Eviction by Legally Blind (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Legally_Blind)

This week on Givers, Doers, & Thinkers, Jeremy sits down with Matthew Crawford about the rise of the Humanitarian Party and what it means for civil society and self-governance.Matthew Crawford is the author of Why We Drive: Toward a Philosophy of the Open Road, The World Beyond Your Head: On Becoming an Individual in an Age of Distraction, and the New York Times best seller Shop Class as Soulcraft: An Inquiry into the Value of Work. He has also written several highly penetrating essays and articles, including "The Workings of the Party-State," published last year in American Affairs.Is sovereignty slipping away from traditional government structures? Matthew shares how power has shifted to a coalition of corporations, foundations, media, universities, and NGOs. Jeremy and Matthew dissect the implications of this shift, especially in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, where expert authority often bypassed democratic channels, steering public opinion and political power like never before. They also discuss the victimhood mentality and how figures like Trump have redefined victimhood, and the unsettling role of technology, such as driverless cars, is perpetuating these dynamics. We'd love to hear your thoughts, ideas, questions, and recommendations for the podcast! You can shoot Katie Janus, GDT's producer, an email anytime!Be sure to follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube to make sure you never miss an episode!Center for Civil Society's YouTube Channel

This week the author of "Shop Class as Soulcraft: An Inquiry Into the Value of Work," Matt Crawford joins Larry on the pod. Crawford is a writer, philosopher, mechanic, tinkerer as well as most recently being a Hagerty Drivers Club Magazine contributor. He's also written other books including "Why We Drive: Toward a Philosophy of the Open Road," which obviously aligns well with the title of this show! It's a wide-ranging conversation, including some discussion over the classic "Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance," enjoy! Join the Hagerty Drivers Club! https://www.hagerty.com/drivers-club/ About the pod: the Never Stop Driving podcast is available on Itunes, Spotify, and YouTube. Like this newsletter, it's free to everyone because one of Hagerty's goals is to spread car passion. On the show, we'll cover a wide range of automotive topics, including interviews with the people doing the most interesting work in the car world. I expect it to evolve over time so your feedback is welcome. Please give it a listen and help us spread the word with a positive rating and share it.

Shop Class as Soulcraft: An Inquiry into the Value of Work by: Matthew B. Crawford Nuclear War: A Scenario by: Annie Jacobson The Pragmatist's Guide to Relationships: Ruthlessly Optimized Strategies for Dating, Sex, and Marriage by: Malcolm and Simone Collins Knife: Meditations After an Attempted Murder by: Salman Rushdie Arkham: (The Weird of Hali #7) by: John Michael Greer Robert E. Howard's Conan the Cimmerian Barbarian: The Complete Weird Tales Omnibus by: Robert E. Howard & compiled by: Finn J D John Stories of Your Life and Others by: Ted Chiang He Who Fights with Monsters 6: A LitRPG Adventure by: Shirtaloon He Who Fights with Monsters 7: A LitRPG Adventure by: Shirtaloon Astrophilosophy, Exotheology, and Cosmic Religion: Extraterrestrial Life in a Process Universe by: Andrew M. Davis (editor), Roland Faber (editor), and Various

- SKOR North's Judd Zulgad learns a little about Tevin and AJ's relationships and chats with Tom about how they've both gotten more reflective with age. The Twins walked off the Rays last night but only after a lengthy rain delay. Plus a discussion about the thought process when naming a child. And Judd shares about how he transferred from French to Shop Class in high school. - KSTP's Chris Egert informs about how the high rain levels have led to flooding in areas of the state, how Hennepin County authorities have found multiple cars at the bottom of a lake, one with a body inside, as more details emerge on those situations, and some other top stories from the day. - Brittany Arneson makes a triumphant return to the show ahead of the start of her show on MyTalk! Starting July 8th you can hear the Brittany & Kendall show on 107.1 FM weekdays from 3pm-6pm! - Kristyn Burtt talks about how great she is at keeping secrets, catches up with Brittany before her new show, shares more info on Justin Timberlake's DWI arrest yesterday and what new developments there have been and how he plans to continue his tour with no cancellations. Plus some entertainment headlines from the day! Stream the show LIVE on the Tom Barnard Show app M-F from 8-9:30AM or get the show on-demand on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

- SKOR North's Judd Zulgad learns a little about Tevin and AJ's relationships and chats with Tom about how they've both gotten more reflective with age. The Twins walked off the Rays last night but only after a lengthy rain delay. Plus a discussion about the thought process when naming a child. And Judd shares about how he transferred from French to Shop Class in high school.- KSTP's Chris Egert informs about how the high rain levels have led to flooding in areas of the state, how Hennepin County authorities have found multiple cars at the bottom of a lake, one with a body inside, as more details emerge on those situations, and some other top stories from the day.- Brittany Arneson makes a triumphant return to the show ahead of the start of her show on MyTalk! Starting July 8th you can hear the Brittany & Kendall show on 107.1 FM weekdays from 3pm-6pm!- Kristyn Burtt talks about how great she is at keeping secrets, catches up with Brittany before her new show, shares more info on Justin Timberlake's DWI arrest yesterday and what new developments there have been and how he plans to continue his tour with no cancellations. Plus some entertainment headlines from the day!Stream the show LIVE on the Tom Barnard Show app M-F from 8-9:30AM or get the show on-demand on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chad Prevost and Charles Moss discuss their experiences in creative freelancing, sharing personal struggles with imposter syndrome and financial stability. They emphasize the importance of persistence, resilience, and community support in navigating these challenges. They also discuss their experiences in the music industry, finding a balance between creativity and financial stability. Finally, they share strategies for maintaining focus and productivity in a highly distracted world, including time-boxing and reward systems.Possible Follow Up Items:[ ] Check out Jose Saramago and Gerald Stern as examples of writers who found success later in life.[ ] Consider reading Shop Class as Soulcraft to explore the value of work.[ ] Try the productivity technique of working for 45-50 minutes then taking a 10 minute break on a completely different task.High Notes:Challenges of making a living as a writer with various publications and freelance work.The challenges of being a freelance writer, including finding time to write and balancing creative work with financial needs.Freelancing, job searching, and nonprofit work in the music industry.Freelancing, writing background, and career aspirations.Learning from struggles and finding new opportunities.The struggles of freelancing, creative writing, and balancing financial stability with personal goals.Starting writing careers later in life, with examples from Jose Saramago, Gerald Stern, and Cormac McCarthy.Creating Choose Your Own Adventure books for kids, challenges with marketing and promotion.Creative expression, failure, and market competition.Authentic living, creativity, and fulfillment.Fear, authenticity, and creativity with a focus on overcoming self-doubt and persisting in pursuing one's passionsCreativity, writing, and overcoming self-doubt.Managing distractions and staying productive while working.Choose Your Own Adventure books, highlighting top 5 favorites.Learn more about Charlie and how to connect here.Download our free book, Desire: How Do You Want to Feel? Finding your way to your desire requires a number of the principles we teach at the Big Self School. It requires a calm center, self-knowledge, and courage to put the ideas into practice. Whether you think you know your desires, but want to reconnect to them, or you simply have no idea, this book can help you realize your way to a deeper and more authentic connection with yourself. Desire is ultimately about how you want your feelings, experiences, and values to line up in your life. This book is only available in print in hardback, but it's yours free as our downloadable PDF.Book a discovery call for coaching or workshop trainings here.Want to give us some love but don't know how? Leave us a review and subscribe on Apple iTunes or Subscribe on Spotify! Order a copy of Chad's

Episode 210 FACULTY: Steven Hoffman, CEO CLASS: #Shoperations In this podcast episode, Scotty interviews Steven Hoffman, CEO of OnPoint Tax Accounting, They discuss leveraging an uncredentialed C-Suite and moving away from the traditional partner model. The conversation covers OnPointe's mergers and acquisitions, the role of private equity in the industry, and the structural organization of Ascend and OnPointe. Steven shares insights from his journey implementing the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) and the challenges of being a CEO of multiple tax firms. Shout Outs: Dan Gertrudes at the Growth Lab Chapters: 00:00 Teaser 01:38 Introduction 07:19 Getting Uncredentialed C-Suite for Growth and Ditching the Partner Model 10:56 OnPointe Tax and Accounting - Merging and Acquisition 16:25 Private Equity Firms in the Industry 19:45 The Structure of Ascend and OnPointe 22:05 The EOS Journey 24:38 Being a CEO of Multiple Tax Firms 28:37 Billing by the Hour 31:29 Adding CAS 37:09 Who are the Clients 42:17 Advice to Small Firms Connect With Us On Linkedin! Steven Hoffman https://www.linkedin.com/in/thinkstevethink/ Onpointe Advisors https://www.linkedin.com/company/onpointe-tax-accounting/ https://onpointefirm.com/ Scotty OKR Scarano https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottscarano/ Accounting High https://www.linkedin.com/company/accounting-high/ https://www.accountinghigh.com/ Tags: Shoperations, Accounting High, Accounting, Podcast, Shop Class, Firm Operations, Systems And Processes, Private Equity, Accounting, Client Accounting Advisory Services, Firm Growth, Leadership, Operational Strategy, Professional Networking, Client-Focused Approaches --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/accountinghigh/message

Matt and Bill talk about high school shop classes and why hot rod shops can't find good help. Then they talk about ridiculous things happening in California and Brad Pitt's massive Formula One movie in the works. Presented by DrinkBravago.com

Please tune in to this episode of The Building BITE Podcast, as we hear from industry experts about key topics to help you be successful. The Building BITE hosts Chris Epps, LEED AP and Mike Diercksen, CRIS, welcomes Jennifer Wilkerson, VP of Innovations and Advancements at the National Center for Construction Education and Research or NCCER. We begin the episode by discussing Jennifer's professional career, where she started as an educator, and then transitioned to a family welding business with her husband. Eventually, Jennifer found an opportunity to combine her passion for education with the construction industry and joined NCCER where she has been able to help develop new training and education for the workforce of both today and tomorrow. Jennfier leaves our audience with three powerful takeaways with regards to the labor pipeline. 1. Shop Class is Not Dead But They Need Your Help: Look to reengage with your local high school and universities and their shop class program. There are still opportunities to connect with these programs and demonstrate a career path for those who are looking for an alternative to classroom higher education. 2. The Pendulum Has Swung Back Towards CTE: There has been a shift in our education system with a renewed focus on Career Tech Education. Don't let this opportunity pass you by, as these programs are looking for valued partners to fulfill the needs of their students. 3. Carpe Diem: We can't wait 5 more, 10 more years to address the workforce shortage. With college debt rising and society looking to reexamine potential career paths, the time has never been better to engage with your local programs. Schools, parents, and students alike are all looking for alternative solutions if college is not for them, and a career in construction could be the answer many of them are looking for. To learn more about how you can better prepare your firm for the opportunities ahead, listen to our full podcast episode with Jennifer on “Understanding and Maximizing the Construction labor Force Pipeline” Please like, share, and subscribe to this podcast!

Brian from Skidmark Garage joins us to talk about the best fundraiser for the best program MotoGo! Bringin' back Shop Class, 1 school at a time and 1 kid at a time. https://motogocleveland.com/Video is here:  https://youtu.be/wS_qc-zdDmkSupport the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

A classic interview with the oldest NASCAR driver Hershel McGriff, the guys discuss the thermostat/air conditioning situation in the studio and what actual difference one degree makes, Grab Bag, Junior is grilled about his school situation, Local Beat, Roger's Entertainment Corner, Junior's segment, a game of Stan's What's On the List, News Headlines, Fluffer, your emails, the Question of the Week asks about your childhood mementos, News, Friends of Jools Holland Week continues, classic standup comedy, and more...  

The curious thing about having someone ask me a question and engage in a conversation of inquiry is that I hear myself saying things that are usually hidden just under the surface of habit and belief.In this episode the guest of the podcast is me. and the host steering the boat… it's Rick Gold. if you don't know Rick, listen to episode 323. He's had a hand in hundreds of people learning our medicine.Listen in for a discussion of the influence that shop class has had on me over the years, some of the nudges that shapeshifted my life, and how a panic attack turned out to be a birthday present.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit andrewsullivan.substack.com(The main Dish and VFYW contest are taking a break for the holiday; we'll be back with full coverage on December 1st. Happy Thanksgiving!)Matthew is a writer and philosopher. He's currently a senior fellow at UVA's Institute for Advanced Studies in Culture and a contributing editor at The New Atlantis. His most famous book is Shop Class as Soulcraft: An Inquiry Into the Value of Work. He also has an excellent substack, Archedelia.This episode was recorded on October 17. You can listen to it right away in the audio player above (or on the right side of the player, click “Listen On” to add the Dishcast feed to your favorite podcast app). For two clips of our convo — the antihumanism of Silicon Valley, and the obsession with kid safetyism — pop over to our YouTube page.Other topics: Matthew's birthplace in Berkeley; his dad the physics professor and jazz player; his mom the New Age “seeker type”; Matthew taken out of school at age 10 for five years to live in an strict ashram and travel to India; he left to join “the great bacchanal” of high school where he “didn't learn much”; did unlicensed electrical work and studied physics in college; he believes bureaucracy “compromises the vitality of life”; Hannah Arendt; Tocqueville; Christopher Lasch and the close supervision of kids' lives; Johan Huizinga and the spirit of play; Oakeshott's metaphor of a tennis match; Enoch Powell; behavioral economics; William James; Nudge and choice architecture; Kant; TS Eliot; Nietzsche; gambling addiction and casino manipulation; Twitter and “disinformation”; self-driving cars; plastic surgery; kids and trans activism; the Nordic gender paradox; nationalism; why the love of one's own is suspect on the political left; how “diversity is our strength” decreases diversity; Hillary's “deplorables”; Matthew's book The World Beyond Your Head: On Becoming an Individual in an Age of Distraction; brainy people not understanding practical ones; knowledge workers threatened by AI; the intelligence needed in manual work; why Americans are having fewer children; liquid modernity; the feminization of society; Bronze Age Pervert; Ratzinger; Matthew's recent conversion to Christianity; and gratitude being the key to living well.Browse the Dishcast archive for another convo you might enjoy (the first 102 episodes are free in their entirety — subscribe to get everything else). Coming up: Cat Bohannon on Eve: How the Female Body Drove 200 Million Years of Human Evolution, Jennifer Burns on her new biography of Milton Friedman, McKay Coppins on Romney and the GOP, and Alexandra Hudson on civility. Please send any guest recs, dissent and other comments to dish@andrewsullivan.com.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit andrewsullivan.substack.comMartha is a philosopher and legal thinker. She has taught at Harvard, Brown, Oxford and is currently the Ernst Freund Distinguished Service Professor of Law and Ethics at the University of Chicago, appointed in the Philosophy Department and the Law School. Her many books include The Fragility of Goodness, Sex and Social Justice, Creating Capabilities, and From Disgust to Humanity: Sexual Orientation and Constitutional Law. Her new book, which we discuss in this episode, is Justice for Animals.You can listen to the episode right away in the audio player above (or on the right side of the player, click “Listen On” to add the Dishcast feed to your favorite podcast app). For two clips of our convo — on whether fish feel pain, and if we should sterilize city rats instead of killing them — pop over to our YouTube page.Other topics: Martha growing up in NYC; converting to Judaism; studying Latin and Greek; becoming a professional actress; giving up meat; her late daughter's profound influence on Justice For Animals; Aristotle's views on justice; the difference between instinct and sentience; why crustaceans and insects probably don't feel pain; preventing pain vs. stopping cruelty; Jeremy Bentham and Peter Singer; the matriarchal society of orcas; Martha and Amartya Sen's creation of the “capability approach”; how zoos prevent pain but nevertheless limit life; how parrots are content living solo, even in a lab; why we shouldn't rank animals according to intelligence; George Pitcher's The Dogs Who Came to Stay; the various ways humans are inept compared to animals; how a dolphin can detect human pregnancy; how some animals have a precise sense of equality; the diffuse brain of the octopus; the emotional lives of elephants; our brutality toward pigs; why the intelligence of plants is merely “handwaving”; how humans are the only animals to show disgust with their own bodies; our sublimation of violent instincts; mammals and social learning; Matthew Scully's Dominion and the “caring stewardship” of animals among Christians; whether humane meat on a mass scale is possible; the emergence of lab meat; Martha's advice on what you can do to protect animals; JR Ackerley's book My Dog Tulip; euthanasia; and various tales of Bowie, my beloved, late beagle.The subject of animal rights was first tackled on the Dishcast with vegan activist John Oberg, and we posted a ton of your commentary here. Browse the Dishcast archive for another convo you might enjoy (the first 102 episodes are free in their entirety — subscribe to get everything else). Coming up soon: Spencer Klavan on How to Save the West: Ancient Wisdom for 5 Modern Crises and Matthew Crawford, author of Shop Class as Soulcraft. Later on, two NYT columnists — David Brooks and Pamela Paul — and the authors of Where Have All the Democrats Gone?, John Judis and Ruy Teixeira.Have a question you want me to ask one of these future guests? Email dishpub@gmail.com, and please put the question in the subject line. Please send any guest recs, pod dissent and other comments to dish@andrewsullivan.com.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit andrewsullivan.substack.comIan is a historian, a journalist, and an old friend. He's currently the Paul Williams Professor of Human Rights and Journalism at Bard College, and he served as foreign editor of The Spectator and (briefly) as the editor of The New York Review of Books. He has written many books, including Murder in Amsterdam: The Death of Theo Van Gogh and the Limits of Tolerance, Theater of Cruelty, and The Churchill Complex. His new book is The Collaborators: Three Stories of Deception and Survival in World War II.For two clips of our convo — on Trump's redeeming qualities, and the story of massage therapist for Nazi leader Heinrich Himmler — pop over to our YouTube page. Other topics: Ian growing up in The Hague; his father the Mennonite minister; his “glamorous” mother from a Jewish family of actors and musicians; Ian studying art history, film, and Chinese; his young life in London, Berlin, Hong Kong, and Tokyo; comparing Japan and the UK as island nations; how dictatorships are rife for fantasy and escape; injecting comedy into dark subjects; the conspiracy theories of the MAGA right and the postmodern left; the 2020 riots; how conservative elites in both parties were once a filter against demagogues like Trump; “the armies of DEI advisers”; Kendi's collapse, Ian's praise of heterodox liberals like Pamela Paul; his cancellation at the NYRB for publishing a #MeToo piece; how Trump is “the biggest accelerant of extreme leftism”; how conmen and cult leaders are sensitive to what people want to hear; Jeffrey Dahmer talking to a priest; Bernie Madoff; a Jewish character in Ian's book who convinced other Jews to pay him to avoid the death camps; Pizzagate; Trump pretending to be other people over the phone; Sydney Powell and Roger Stone; the “dictators' disease” of headaches and ulcers from paranoia; how servants become spies and go-betweens; Cassidy Hutchinson; debating the merits of Brexit; Keir Starmer; the war in Ukraine; the near impossibility of regaining the Donbas; Kissinger's solution; and the sunk cost of human lives.Browse the Dishcast archive for another convo you might enjoy (the first 102 episodes are free in their entirety — subscribe to get everything else). Coming up: Martha Nussbaum on her book Justice For Animals, Spencer Klavan on How to Save the West: Ancient Wisdom for 5 Modern Crises, and Matthew Crawford, author of Shop Class as Soulcraft. Also, two NYT columnists: David Brooks and Pamela Paul. Please send any guest recs, pod dissent and other comments to dish@andrewsullivan.com.