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This is Part 2! For Part 1, check the feed!This week we're here with the first of two episodes on the history of maps! We've got 27,000 year old maps carved onto tusks, maps in ancient Egypt and, the big one, the Mappa Mundi.Elsewhere this week, we're discussing that great underrated invention: the coat. Get ready for a potted history of the humble coat. If you've got anything on coats that we've missed, you know what to do: hello@ohwhatatime.comALSO! The comedy history podcast that has spent as much time talking about the invention of custard as it has the industrial revolution is here with its first ever live show! Thursday 15th January at the Underbelly Boulevard in London's Soho.
What's the word ‘punk' come to mean 50 years later? It's been adopted by the very people it sought to unsettle. Chris Sullivan – DJ, club runner, lecturer, former band-leader – arrived in London just as it kicked off and looks back at a time when everything was a challenge, no-one apologised, outsiders linked up and fought for recognition, and pop culture could change overnight. We talk to him here about ‘Punk: the Last Word' which traces its roots from Socrates to Soho, touching on… … does ‘punk' now mean conformity? … is pop music still allowed to be outrageous? … Socrates, Rimbaud, Lee Miller, the Warhol superstars: 2,000 years of people who embody the punk philosophy … how the clothes often precede the music … the 1975 pre-Pistols world – “people dressing as teddy boys, Marilyn Monroe, Cary Grant, records by Patti Smith, the Velvets, MC5” … the days when you were attacked for dressing up, in his case by the Newport Rugby team and a guy with a starting handle at a service station ... new punk equivalents emerging in 2025 … how the spirit of punk gave people a drive and identity – Tracey Emin, Damien Hirst, Jonathan Ross, John Galliano … “I threw a policeman through a plate-glass window” Order ‘Punk: the Last Word' here: https://www.waterstones.com/book/punk/stephen-colegrave/chris-sullivan/9781915841254Help us to keep The Longest Conversation In Rock going: https://www.patreon.com/wordinyourear Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week we're here with the first of two episodes on the history of maps! We've got 27,000 year old maps carved onto tusks, maps in ancient Egypt and, the big one, the Mappa Mundi.Elsewhere this week, we're discussing that great underrated invention: the coat. Get ready for a potted history of the humble coat. If you've got anything on coats that we've missed, you know what to do: hello@ohwhatatime.comALSO! The comedy history podcast that has spent as much time talking about the invention of custard as it has the industrial revolution is here with its first ever live show! Thursday 15th January at the Underbelly Boulevard in London's Soho.
Whether we're talking bottles, books or bars, why is it that some may enjoy just a brief moment in the spotlight, while others continue to shine for years, decades or even centuries? In this episode we're celebrating creations that have done exactly that.Starting with spirits that continue to hit all the right notes with us. Of which we're highlighting three: an expression from Chivas Regal – the whisky founded over 100 years ago; followed by Tanqueray No. TEN gin, which has been around close on 25 years and Fords Gin, which may feel like a relative newcomer but has been making its mark since 2012.Our book is Harry's ABC of Mixing Cocktails, from the legendary bartender, Harry MacElhone, first published back in 1919. And for our bar, we visited The Martini Bar at Hawksmoor, St. Pancras. Yes, it's only been open a few weeks, but it is the latest offering from the Hawksmoor group which started life in Spitalfields back in 2006, and has been growing brilliantly ever since.This week's guests know a thing or two about longevity when it comes to bars. Roisin Stimpson and Edmund Weil founded the multi award-winning Nightjar, currently celebrating its 15th year, and, Swift about to mark 10 years in Soho. We chat with the husband-and-wife team about how they met, how they created their dream bar and how you need as much luck as intuition when starting a business.For more from The Cocktail Lovers, visit thecocktaillovers.comFor the products featured in this episode, see websites below:What we're drinking:Martini60ml Tanqueray No. TEN or Fords Gin20ml Dolin vermouth1 dash Australian Bitters Orange BittersLemon twist to garnishMethod:Chill Martini glasses in freezer. Stir all ingredients over ice. Pour into the chilled cocktail glass and garnish with a lemon twist.Chivas Regal 18Fords GinHarry's ABC of mixing cocktails by Harry McElhoneHawksmoor Martini BarNightjarTanqueray No. TEN GinThe Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T-Bone' WatsonEdited by Christian Fox Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
[3, 2, 1, ignition, and liftoff of SOHO and the Atlas vehicle on an international mission of solar physics.] Generally speaking, staring at the Sun non-stop for decades is a bad idea. But a spacecraft launched 30 years ago this week has done just that. It’s told us about the Sun’s interior, its surface, and its extended outer atmosphere. That’s helped scientists develop better forecasts of space weather – interactions between Sun and Earth that can have a big effect on our technology. The craft is called SOHO – Solar and Heliospheric Observatory. It was launched into an orbit around a point in space where the gravity of Earth and the Sun are balanced. From there, its view of the Sun is never blocked. SOHO watches the Sun in many different ways. It keeps a close eye on the Sun’s magnetic field, which produces outbursts of energy and particles that can have an impact on Earth. That’s revealed shockwaves and “tornadoes” rippling across the Sun’s surface. It’s also revealed the source of the solar wind – a steady flow of charged particles that blows through the solar system. Some of SOHO’s observations block out the Sun itself, showing the space around the Sun. That’s allowed SOHO to discover more than 5,000 comets as they passed close to the Sun – many of which didn’t survive. SOHO’s mission is scheduled to end soon – closing this long-working eye on the Sun. Script by Damond Benningfield
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This week's episode is a full plate of sports scandal, family drama, and fugitive coaches. -Terry Rozier update: While facing criminal sports betting charges, Rozier quietly squared away an IRS lien.- Patrick Mahomes' Thanksgiving crime: Forget interceptions—the real offense is putting ketchup on turkey. And yes, the Chiefs still look trash. - Josh Hart heist: $185K in watches and jewelry stolen from his SoHo hotel room. Investigation ongoing, but the bag is gone. -Belichick family drama - Allistair Chapman arrest: A former junior hockey player tied to an alleged Canadian drug lord faces extradition on conspiracy charges that sound straight out of a crime drama. -Biggest Pickle: Travis Turner, a high school football coach/fugitive/ Chomo From ketchup crimes to courtroom chaos, this episode proves once again that sports headlines are stranger than fiction. iapradio.com for more! Thanks for listening!
The Lost Abbey's Tomme Arthur's current tagline is "We're surviving, not thriving." "We'd love to turn that into thriving," he added on the latest episode of the Brewbound Podcast. "We're trying to get to next year. That's the standard answer," Arthur explained. "Next year will be our 20th year in business. So it's a pretty big milestone in terms of continuity or continuation. So [we're] definitely looking forward. What we're trying to do is really establish the right size and scale for the brewery." For the Lost Abbey, that's led to a bit of a nomadic lifestyle over the last couple of years, moving from San Marcos to the Mother Earth Brewing facility in Vista and now to the former Eppig Brewing 30-barrel brewery space about a mile across town. Arthur described those moves as a search for efficiency that hasn't yet fully been realized, reinforcing the business with contract partners with room to add more. In the interview, Arthur shared his view of The Lost Abbey's business moves in an effort to "grow down," while also hitting on a major challenge facing California brewers coming up on the expiration of their leases as landlords seek market rate increases in rent. Arthur shared his own experience of deciding whether a 30% rent increase was worth accepting at the brewery's best-performing tasting room. Before the interview, Jess, Zoe and Justin break down Rogue Ales & Spirits' bankruptcy filing and Torch & Crown's SoHo taproom closure. They also share one thing they're looking forward to at Brewbound Live next week.
This week on That Peter Crouch Podcast, the lads are joined by musician, Liverpool fan and long-time friend of the pod Miles Kane for an episode full of nostalgia, chaos and unbelievable storytelling. From the early days knocking about in Belsize Park to creating his brand-new album Sunlight in the Shadows with Dan Auerbach of the Black Keys, Miles lifts the lid on the madness, the music and the moments that shaped him.We get into FIFA soundtracks, Sky Sports montages and why football and music share the same obsessive mindset. Miles also tells the incredible story of how his childhood hero Roberto Baggio inspired one of his most emotional tracks — and how that song led him all the way to Baggio's house in Italy for one of the most surreal lunches of his life.There's backstage mayhem with Arctic Monkeys, broken ribs in five-a-side, fashion eras gone wrong, and a whole lot of love for the city of Liverpool. It's a proper journey through the highs, the lessons and the moments that stay with you forever.Chumbawamba 00:00 – Blockbuster nostalgia & video shop memories04:00 – VHS rentals, Soho shops & Warhammer confusion06:00 – Crouchy's weekend: Andy Carroll hat trick & The Greatest Showman08:11 – Tribute to Billy Bonds & West Ham memories09:37 – Predictions league: Sid pulls away11:49 – Palace V United reaction & Amorim tunnel reaction12:02 – Leeds v Liverpool preview (Paddy Power's Big Weekend)14:33 – Are Liverpool turning a corner?18:24 – Bet builder decisions & odds boost20:26 – Brighton v Villa preview & the ‘horny draw' debate22:31 – Sponsored segment (Haier) & discount code24:33 – Miles Kane arrives on the pod25:27 – Recording the new album in Nashville with Dan Auerbach31:06 – The Roberto Baggio song story begins34:01 – Miles meets Baggio in Italy37:10 – The aftermath: calling his mum & crying in the car41:05 – Arctic Monkeys Roundhouse story & mid-gig cameo44:13 – Why Miles quit five-a-side after breaking ribs & elbows54:00 – Gig crowds, global touring & life post-album release01:00:25 – The live musical performance & reaction from the lads 01:10:15 – Susie Dent breaks down the surname origin ‘Tancock' 01:14:41 – Listener message: she becomes “Mrs Corner” & the lads lose itFollow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This is Part 2! For Part 1, check the feed!This week we're taking a good look at some of the biggest companies ever to grace the planet; expect to hear from The Hudson's Bay Company, the greatest (and most pungent) fish sauce company you never heard of and how about we discover the golden age of the American Motors Corporation?And have you ever been uninvited from a Christmas party? Ever been banned from one? Ever put your festive foot in it? You know what to do: hello@ohwhatatime.comALSO! The comedy history podcast that has spent as much time talking about the invention of custard as it has the industrial revolution is here with its first ever live show! Thursday 15th January at the Underbelly Boulevard in London's Soho.
A crew of bandits cash in big time in Soho. Where is a missing Rutgers U student? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week we're taking a good look at some of the biggest companies ever to grace the planet; expect to hear from The Hudson's Bay Company, the greatest (and most pungent) fish sauce company you never heard of and how about we discover the golden age of the American Motors Corporation?And have you ever been uninvited from a Christmas party? Ever been banned from one? Ever put your festive foot in it? You know what to do: hello@ohwhatatime.comALSO! The comedy history podcast that has spent as much time talking about the invention of custard as it has the industrial revolution is here with its first ever live show! Thursday 15th January at the Underbelly Boulevard in London's Soho.
Send us a textIn this episode Jim and Adam look back at the films within Edgar Wright's cinematic back-catalogue, from Shaun of the Dead (2004) to Last Night in Soho (2021). We chatted about Wright's version of The Running Man on our previous podcast.Support the showIf you enjoy the show, be sure to subscribe and leave us a nice review wherever you get your podcasting fix. It's a free way you can help more listeners find our pod. Check out our socials on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.
Today we're speaking with Oscar-nominated Australian-born editor, Paul Machliss, ACE. We'll be talking about his latest collaboration with director Edgar Wright, “The Running Man.”Paul last chatted on Art of the Cut when he cut Wright's “Last Night in Soho,” and before that for “Baby Driver” for which he won a BAFTA, and was nominated for an ACE Eddie and an Oscar. Paul was also nominated for an ACE Eddie for his work on “Scott Pilgrim versus the World.” He's edited TV, including “Fleabag.” And dozens of musical specials, documentaries and concerts for the likes of Led Zeppelin and Diana Krall.This interview discusses how Paul's early career as an on-line editor helped him on this film, the value of editing on-set, and the technology that kept the whole post machine whirring.If you want to read along with this interview, you can check it out on BorisFX.com's blog site:borisfx.com/blog/aotc
“16th century Soho fields being ploughed in protest by 21st century musical tractors.”
The 1999 London nail bombings were a series of bomb explosions in London, England. Over three successive weekends between 17 and 30 April 1999, homemade nail bombs were detonated in Brixton in south London; at Brick Lane, Spitalfields, in the East End; and at the Admiral Duncan pub in Soho in the West End. Each bomb contained up to 1,500 100 mm nails in duffel bags that were left in public spaces. The bombs killed three people and injured 140 people, four of whom lost limbs. On 2 May 1999, the Metropolitan Police Anti-Terrorist Branch charged 22-year-old David Copeland with murder. Copeland, who became known as the "London nail bomber", was a neo-Nazi militant and a former member of two political groups, the British National Party and then the National Socialist Movement. The bombings were aimed at London's Black, Bengali, and LGBT communities.[1] Copeland was convicted of murder in 2000 and given six life sentences.[1]Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-opperman-report--1198501/support.
This episode reflects the launch of a new collaborative project initiative, now into it's second year, with The New Crafthouse and final year Womenswear Students in the School of Design and Technology at London College of Fashion. We talk to Rosie Scott, the Director of the New Craft House, Xandra Drepaul, final year Senior Lecturer on BA Womenswear, and final year students Poppy White and Celine Asmar at the beginning of the project. We then return to summarise at the end of the project looking the inventing new craft processes the students developed from shredding to creating new fabrics from reusing fabric selvedge's. This podcast also contextualises and examines sustainable fabric sourcing, from deadstock to new platforms for textile reuse. Post Covid, the growth of kilo sales and sourcing deadstock fabric has gained momentum across all courses here at LCF, and the impact and awareness of waste, circularity and sustainability in fabric sourcing has taken students from the fabric shops of Soho, to looking for creativity in deadstock and end of line fabric to reimagine their fashion visions in cloth. At Colour Collective Podcast we are interested to find out how this works in practice, to help students navigate this new landscape of saved from landfill textiles and discuss how we design now. As a student, the process of concept to colour to cloth in the creative process, now involves us as designers to look and reinvent a new life for leftover fabrics and find new processes to innovate construction, tactility and colour. Tutors and Students are embarking on new ways of working, a collaborative approach with resellers of designer fabrics, such as New Craft House x LCF project with final year students to inspire future designers to match their design ethos and values to sourcing and sustainability. As a lecturer over the years, I have witnessed many changes in the cycle of design process, but the sourcing of fabric for fashion designers has now entered another era. I want to find out how the growing concern for our planet, has brought us to rethink how we design, source and reuse fabric, and how this has shifted our creative thinking. Image credit: Patricia Chen @patriciaminghui
In the shadowed backstreets of Soho, old debts, new murders, and unwanted allies close in on our investigators as they discover that London is suddenly much smaller and far more interested in them than they ever imagined.Keeper: Matthew DawkinsGuest players: Eddy Webb and Bridgett JeffriesMusic by: Halgrath and Ager Sonus. We have also used the Lovecraftian Compilations by Cryo Chamber. Used with permission by Cryo Chamber.Our Champions of the Red Moon: Martin Heuschober, Simon Cooper, Julia, Bob de Lange, Cameron, Graham Barey, Doug Thomson, Lily, Maciej, Black Templar, Dennis Sadecki and Leonhardt.Web: https://www.redmoonroleplaying.comiTunes: http://apple.co/2wTNqHxAndroid: https://www.subscribeonandroid.com/feeds.simplecast.com/oYuoCFr6Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/RedMoonRoleplayingSpotify: https://spoti.fi/30iFmznRSS: http://www.redmoonroleplaying.com/podcast?format=rssPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/RedMoonRoleplaying
✨ “Fun is the foundation of transformation. Once people laugh, anything becomes possible.” – Troy Shaw✨ “Clichés are cliches because they're true – when you make horses healthier and happier, you make humans healthier and happier, too.” – Rupert IsaacsonWhat happens when a corporate manager swaps the boardroom for the barn? In this heartwarming episode, Rupert Isaacson speaks with Troy Shaw, co-director of New Leaf Triangle in Leicestershire, UK — a thriving equine-assisted education and therapy center that grew from one family's leap of faith into a nationally respected program. Alongside his wife Lorraine, Troy left behind the security of a corporate job to create a place where play, laughter, and horses transform lives.Troy shares the story of how New Leaf Triangle began in 2014 with just a few students and a handful of horses, and how it evolved into a multi-site program supporting young people with autism, emotional challenges, and special educational needs. From fun and dress-up sessions that unlock neuroplasticity to serious discussions about risk, horse welfare, and staff training, this episode explores how joy and rigor can coexist in equine-assisted work.If you've ever wondered how to make a sustainable living doing meaningful work with horses, or how to bring more fun and authenticity into your sessions, this conversation is for you.If you want to support the show, you can do so at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/LongRideHome
25 Mayıs 1979 sabahı, altı yaşındaki Etan Patz, ailesinin SoHo'da bulunan üçüncü kattaki dairesinden ayrıldı ve okul otobüsüne binmek için kısa bir yürüyüşe çıktı. sadece iki blokluk bir mesafe gidecekti. Okul otobüsüne hiç ulaşamadı. Bir anda, bir aile paramparça oldu, bir şehir sarsıldı ve ülke, bir çocuğun New York'un ortasında, güpegündüz iz bırakmadan ortadan kaybolabileceği korkunç bir yeni gerçekle karşı karşıya kaldı. Etan Patz'e ne oldu?
Jay Manno from Soho Buffalo and Frankie Primo's +39 in Buffalo and North Tonawanda on less watch parties for Bills games compared to years past full 314 Thu, 20 Nov 2025 09:30:00 +0000 YtRpcK62iF8NZwaOW1J2QJRONC0HFywB nfl,football,buffalo bills,buffalo,news,wben,north tonawanda,jay manno WBEN Extras nfl,football,buffalo bills,buffalo,news,wben,north tonawanda,jay manno Jay Manno from Soho Buffalo and Frankie Primo's +39 in Buffalo and North Tonawanda on less watch parties for Bills games compared to years past Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News
25 Mayıs 1979 sabahı, altı yaşındaki Etan Patz, ailesinin SoHo'da bulunan üçüncü kattaki dairesinden ayrıldı ve okul otobüsüne binmek için kısa bir yürüyüşe çıktı. sadece iki blokluk bir mesafe gidecekti. Okul otobüsüne hiç ulaşamadı. Bir anda, bir aile paramparça oldu, bir şehir sarsıldı ve ülke, bir çocuğun New York'un ortasında, güpegündüz iz bırakmadan ortadan kaybolabileceği korkunç bir yeni gerçekle karşı karşıya kaldı. Etan Patz'e ne oldu?
Astrid ringer søsteren sin i Oslo for å snakke julegaver. De ender også opp med å snakke om lysterapi-lampen søsteren, Ingrid, kjøpte på Singles Day. Hun forteller også at hele familien hennes har gått i dvale, det er så mørkt i Oslo. Astrid har tatt meg seg Upper East Side-Moms til å spise svenske kjøttboller i SoHo. #switchwitch
The Running Man writer/director Edgar Wright (Last Night in Soho; Baby Driver) and co-writer Michael Bacall (Scott Pilgrim vs the World; 21 Jump Street) discuss adapting Stephen King's novel and what the author's approval meant to them, writing readable scripts, learning from past experiences, world-building, deploying Glen Powell as a secret weapon, and more.THE WRITERS PANEL IS A COMPLETELY INDEPENDENT PRODUCTION.Follow and support the show by subscribing to Ben Blacker's newsletter, Re:Writing, where you'll also get weekly advice from the thousands of writers he's interviewed over the years, as well as access to exclusive live Q&As, meet-ups, and more: benblacker.substack.comSOCIALS:Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/benblacker.bsky.socialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bablacker/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
'Stranger Things' star Gaten Matarazzo joins the show. Over sushi and cappuccinos (yes, really), we talk about his remarkable journey from child performer to seasoned Broadway star and Netflix favorite. Gaten shares what it was like to commute from New Jersey to perform in Les Misérables as a kid, the surreal audition process that led to his breakout as Dustin in ‘Stranger Things,' and how it feels to say goodbye to such a defining project. He also opens up about living with cleidocranial dysplasia (CCD) and how he's using his platform to raise awareness and empower others. This episode was recorded at Lure Fishbar in SoHo, New York City. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
What's up Bros? We may not have made it out to BravoCon, but between the live stream panels and social media updates, it feels like we were. We have a LOT to unpack. VPR gives us an update on what to expect this season. RHORI has a tentative release (early next year). SOHO and Southern Charm have squashed the beef with one another after SoCo cast admits they were just jealous of the youngsters. Shep makes a bold claim about Paige and Craig. We run through all of the updates we received on the Real Housewives front. RHOBH, RHOP, RHOSLC, RHORI and even RHONJ. So buckle up Bros and lets get youse up to speed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The year is 1985: Martin Scorsese hasn't made Marvel fans upset yet and directs the neo-noir cult classic After Hours. But what do our late night-loving commentators, Vicky Van, Jason Dedrick and Eric Fell remember about this journey into SoHo? Do they say, “On no”? In keeping with the after hours theme, they'll be snacking […]
Send us a textI am still out of the country so am posting some shorter podcasts to keep the podcast ticking over. This one concerns a case from 1963 going on to 1967. The podcast is recorded in a studio that is soundproofed but visited by various cats and dogs and sometimes other creatures.This podcast is set in Soho, Central London an area where I used to work and knew quite well back in the late 1980s.
British singer-songwriter Jessica Sweetman shares her incredible story of resilience, creativity, and leading with authenticity. From busking in Soho and performing in jazz clubs at 16, to squatting inside a Nashville record label until they offered her a deal, Jessica's fearless pursuit of her dream redefines what it means to lead yourself through risk, rejection, and reinvention. Now working independently, collaborating with legends like Paul Oakenfold and Alfie Boe, and recording at Abbey Road Studios, Jessica opens up about mental health, self-leadership, and finding peace in the chaos of the music industry.
Charlie Cuoozo speaks with Tash Alexander, founder and director of the charity Head Held High which supports vulnerable young people in London through a variety of workshops. They'll also discuss the charity's comedy fundraiser night at the iconic Comedy Store in Soho on Tuesday 25th November.
Here is a review I did for Last Night in Soho over on the All Apologies Podcast. I am glad I finally got to see this before The Running Man comes out. Did you enjoy this Edgar Wright movie? Let me know! https://youtu.be/jTiqCvsQjDs?si=mpuGOIc4IjBV3p6v
Paula Bomer is the author of The Stalker (Soho Books, 2025), which received a starred Publisher's Weekly, calling it “dark and twisted fun”. She is also the author of Tante Eva and Nine Months, the story collections Inside Madeleine and Baby and other Stories, and the essay collection, Mystery and Mortality. Her work has appeared in Bomb Magazine, The Mississippi Review, Fiction Magazine, Los Angeles Review of Books, Green Mountain Review, The Cut, Volume 1 Brooklyn and elsewhere. Her novels have been translated in Germany, Argentina and Hungary. She grew up in South Bend, Indiana and has lived for over 30 years in Brooklyn. Recommended Books: Chris Kraus, The Four Spent the Day Together Stephanie Wambugu, The Lonely Crowds Chris Holmes is Chair of Literatures in English and Professor at Ithaca College. He writes criticism on contemporary global literatures. His book, Kazuo Ishiguro Against World Literature, is published with Bloomsbury Publishing. He is the co-director of The New Voices Festival, a celebration of work in poetry, prose, and playwriting by up-and-coming young writers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Send us a textIn today's episode we are featuring some Unexpected Books for the Holiday Season. We have Christmas capers, ghost stories, and lots more...jingle, jingle!Featured Books:The Usual Santas: A Collection of SOHO Crime Christmas Capers by 18 SOHO crime authors (LH)Hercule Poirot's Christmas by Agatha Christie (LH)The Valancourt Book of Victorian Christmas Ghost Stories: Volume 3 (LH)Letters from Father Christmas by J.R.R. Tolkien (LH) A Redbird Christmas by Fannie Flagg (LP)The Deal of a Lifetime by Fredrik Backman (LP)The Santa Trial by Tess Thompson (LP)The Best Christmas Pageant Ever by Barbara Robinson (LP)The Dogs of Venice by Steven Rowley (LP)Books Mentioned in This Episode:Fried Green Tomatoes by Fanny FlaggThe Hobbit by J.R.R. TolkienLord of the Rings by J.R.R. TolkienBeartown by Fredrik BackmanMy Friends by Fredrik BackmanMan Called Ove by Fredrik BackmanAdditional Books That Go Along with Our Stack:One Day in December by Josie SilverSmall Things Like These by Claire KeeganLet It Glow by Marissa Meyer and Joanne LevyWays to contact us:Join us on Patreon for extra content: https://www.patreon.com/c/BookBumblePodcastFollow us on Instagram - @thebookbumbleFacebook: Book BumbleOur website: https://thebookbumble.buzzsprout.comEmail: bookbumblepodcast@gmail.comSupport the showWe would love to have you rate and review us, subscribe, follow us on Insta, and join our Team Patreon! It won't be the same without you!
Paula Bomer is the author of The Stalker (Soho Books, 2025), which received a starred Publisher's Weekly, calling it “dark and twisted fun”. She is also the author of Tante Eva and Nine Months, the story collections Inside Madeleine and Baby and other Stories, and the essay collection, Mystery and Mortality. Her work has appeared in Bomb Magazine, The Mississippi Review, Fiction Magazine, Los Angeles Review of Books, Green Mountain Review, The Cut, Volume 1 Brooklyn and elsewhere. Her novels have been translated in Germany, Argentina and Hungary. She grew up in South Bend, Indiana and has lived for over 30 years in Brooklyn. Recommended Books: Chris Kraus, The Four Spent the Day Together Stephanie Wambugu, The Lonely Crowds Chris Holmes is Chair of Literatures in English and Professor at Ithaca College. He writes criticism on contemporary global literatures. His book, Kazuo Ishiguro Against World Literature, is published with Bloomsbury Publishing. He is the co-director of The New Voices Festival, a celebration of work in poetry, prose, and playwriting by up-and-coming young writers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network
MedBoard EU Joint clinical assessment procedure - EU 2025/2086 regulation for reimbursement in the EU: https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/PDF/?uri=OJ:L_202502086 Team-NB position paper on Companion diagnostics - Significant changes rules: https://www.team-nb.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Team-NB-PositionPaper-IVDR-Significant-changes-V2.pdf MDR and IVDR put at risk transplantation - Donor Screening and SoHo preparation: https://www.edqm.eu/documents/52006/162284/PA-PH-TO%20%2824%29%2018%20%E2%80%93%20Risks%20to%20safety%20and%20quality%20in%20donor%20screening%20and%20SoHO%20preparations%20due%20to%20poor%20implementation%20of%20the%20MDR%20and%20IVDR%20%E2%80%93%20CD-P-TO%20Position%20paper%20%E2%80%93%20October%202025.pdf/51d5efb2-4611-13ad-76a0-b5710b371248 Dedicated proportionate regulatory pathway for Niche fields Article 5(5.g) requirements to the highest risk categories (Health institutions to create documentation for the products) Update of MDCG guidance on In-house devices to better reflect the operational reality. Off-label use and RUO are not falling on Article 5.5 so grey zone. Team-NB proposal for MDR & IVDR - 5 topics on the agenda: https://www.team-nb.org/nbs-views-on-mdr-and-ivdr-review-process/ Early dialogue: Use of this to talk to Notified Bodies Article 61.10 & WET: Update for more clarity. Narrow the scope. Digitalisation: Machine readable documents, AI to support simulations to reduce Animal testing. Coding for MD and IVD Designation and recertification: For Notified Bodies Breakthrough: Coordinated pathway with challenge to generate Clinical Data. Notified Bodies Count - S New comers for MDR and IVDR: SGS Fimko oy (IVDR 19): https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/single-market-compliance-space/notified-bodies/notifications/1016921 ICIM S.P.A. (MDR 51) : https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/single-market-compliance-space/notified-bodies/notifications?organizationRefeCd=EPOS_43747&filter=notificationStatusId:1 Notice (MDR): https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/single-market-compliance-space/notified-bodies/notifications/1020121 Standards New Harmonized Standards - Clothing and sterilisers: https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/PDF/?uri=OJ:L_202502078 Biocompatibility ISO TS 23485: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/melazzouzi_iso13485-iso-medicaldevice-activity-7393773266689228801-d7LM?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAABZ07ABDocaBMTLJo8bsl8V3bgNSBIiZuI UK Reliance with US FDA - Harmonization is ongoing: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/patients-to-benefit-as-uk-and-us-regulators-forge-new-collaboration-on-medical-technologies-and-ai Service eIFU with free access -Test it and let us know : https://Easyifu.com eQMS for a structured Quality Management System - Get your demo: https://eqms-smarteye.com/ Magazine eMagazine . EMD Mag Free- Are Notified Bodies still the right model: https://easymedicaldevice.com/emd-mag/ ROW US FDA: Pre-RFD -:Combination product: https://www.fda.gov/media/189466/download US FDA: QMSR guidelines -: How to create a QMS: https://www.fda.gov/media/189345/download PODCAST Podcast review - What happened in October 2025 Episode 357 - Highlights from La Rentrée du DM 2025: https://podcast.easymedicaldevice.com/357-2/ Episode 358 - Clinical Evidence under EU MDR - Why so many dossier fail (And how to fix it): https://podcast.easymedicaldevice.com/358-2/ Episode 359 - Real World Evidence - How to use it right for FDA and EU: https://podcast.easymedicaldevice.com/359-2/ Episode 360: US Government Shutdown - What FDA can still be doing? Rob Packard: https://podcast.easymedicaldevice.com/360-2/ Episode 361 - Automatisation of your QA RA Job with AI - Hatem Rabeh: https://podcast.easymedicaldevice.com/361-2/
Paula Bomer is the author of The Stalker (Soho Books, 2025), which received a starred Publisher's Weekly, calling it “dark and twisted fun”. She is also the author of Tante Eva and Nine Months, the story collections Inside Madeleine and Baby and other Stories, and the essay collection, Mystery and Mortality. Her work has appeared in Bomb Magazine, The Mississippi Review, Fiction Magazine, Los Angeles Review of Books, Green Mountain Review, The Cut, Volume 1 Brooklyn and elsewhere. Her novels have been translated in Germany, Argentina and Hungary. She grew up in South Bend, Indiana and has lived for over 30 years in Brooklyn. Recommended Books: Chris Kraus, The Four Spent the Day Together Stephanie Wambugu, The Lonely Crowds Chris Holmes is Chair of Literatures in English and Professor at Ithaca College. He writes criticism on contemporary global literatures. His book, Kazuo Ishiguro Against World Literature, is published with Bloomsbury Publishing. He is the co-director of The New Voices Festival, a celebration of work in poetry, prose, and playwriting by up-and-coming young writers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/literature
I'm still here, ya sh*t-eaters! Edgar Wright's adaptation of Stephen King's The Running Man runs into cinemas in a few days but I had the lucky opportunity to see it early at a mystery screening! I am a huge Edgar Wright fan; I love so many of his movies but I'll admit, I was maybe a little down on him after the very disappointing Last Night in Soho. That was a film I was highly anticipating but was pretty let down by the diretion the narrative took in the backhalf, even if I loved the cast and a lot of aesthetics of the film. The Running Man, though, looked like a return to the fun I love in most of my favorite Edgar Wright movies - and the early reviews definitely indicated that I was correct about that gut reaction. Were they right? Find out in this review!The Running Man:Directed by: Edgar WrightBased on the novel by: Stephen KingScreenplay by: Michael Bacall & Edgar WrightProduced by: Simon Kinberg, Nira Park, Edgar WrightExecutive Producers: James Biddle, Pete Chiappetta, Audrey Chon, Andrew Lary, Geroge Linder, Rachael Prior, Anthony TittanegroMusic by: Steven PriceDirector of Photography: Chiung-hoon ChungEdited by: Paul MachlissCasting by: Kharmel Cochrane, Francine MaislerProduction Design by: Marcus RowlandCostume Design by: Julian DayCast: Glen Powell, Josh Brolin, Michael Cera, Colman Domingo, Lee Pace, Jayme Lawson, William H. Macy, Emilia JonesSynopsis: Desperate to save his sick daughter, working-class Ben Richards is convinced by The Running Man's charming but ruthless producer to enter the deadly competition game as a last resort. But Ben's defiance, instincts, and grit turn him into an unexpected fan favorite - and a threat to the entire system. As ratings skyrocket, so does the danger, and Ben must outwit not just the Hunters, but a nation addicted to watching him fall.
Hosts Steve Dennis and Michael LeBlanc welcome David Lafitte, President and CEO of Tecovas, the fast-growing Austin-based brand bringing cowboy culture to modern consumers. Lafitte's career journey—from corporate attorney to Chief Operating Officer at Deckers Brands (home of UGG and Hoka) and now to retail leadership at Tecovas—is a masterclass in reinvention and focus.Under Lafitte's leadership, Tecovas has evolved from a digitally native boot maker to a fast growing premium lifestyle brand built on two pillars: crafted quality and radical hospitality. In this conversation, he explains how every store—now more than 50 across the U.S.—delivers a warm, elevated customer experience complete with in-store bars, personalization services, and knowledgable personalized service. The company's blend of authenticity and approachability has earned it cult-brand status while driving remarkable growth.Lafitte also shares insights into Tecovas' expansion strategy, including its move into New York's Soho district. He describes the flagship store as both a retail hub and a powerful brand ambassador that introduces western style to new audiences—without compromising the brand's roots. The discussion dives into Tecovas' measured foray into wholesale partnerships with Nordstrom and its expanding apparel lines, from denim to performance shirts, that extend the brand's head-to-toe lifestyle appeal.Lafitte reflects on the importance of leadership focus, empowering teams, and maintaining clarity amid growth. His advice for emerging retail leaders: prioritize what matters most, say no to distractions, and foster cultures of accountability and trust.The hosts balance the conversation with this week's retail headlines: the Supreme Court's debate over Trump-era tariffs, Allbirds' ongoing “Wobbly Unicorn Corner” status and strong results from luxury icons Ralph Lauren and Tapestry amid broader industry struggles. They close with insights on Amazon's automation ambitions, Andy Jassy's bold predictions for the future of eCommerce, and holiday retail forecasts signaling a slower but steady season. SPECIAL OFFER for our listeners! SAVE 20% on registration for the all new Shoptalk Luxe event in Abu Dhabi January 27-29.For more info go to https://luxe.shoptalk.com/page/get-ticket and then register using our special code : RRLUXE20 About UsSteve Dennis is a strategic advisor and keynote speaker focused on growth and innovation, who has also been named one of the world's top retail influencers. He is the bestselling authro of two books: Leaders Leap: Transforming Your Company at the Speed of Disruption and Remarkable Retail: How To Win & Keep Customers in the Age of Disruption. Steve regularly shares his insights in his role as a Forbes senior retail contributor and on social media.Michael LeBlanc is the president and founder of M.E. LeBlanc & Company Inc, a senior retail advisor, keynote speaker and now, media entrepreneur. He has been on the front lines of retail industry change for his entire career. Michael has delivered keynotes, hosted fire-side discussions and participated worldwide in thought leadership panels, most recently on the main stage in Toronto at Retail Council of Canada's Retail Marketing conference with leaders from Walmart & Google. He brings 25+ years of brand/retail/marketing & eCommerce leadership experience with Levi's, Black & Decker, Hudson's Bay, CanWest Media, Pandora Jewellery, The Shopping Channel and Retail Council of Canada to his advisory, speaking and media practice.Michael produces and hosts a network of leading retail trade podcasts, including the award-winning No.1 independent retail industry podcast in America, Remarkable Retail with his partner, Dallas-based best-selling author Steve Dennis; Canada's top retail industry podcast The Voice of Retail and Canada's top food industry and one of the top Canadian-produced management independent podcasts in the country, The Food Professor with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois from Dalhousie University in Halifax.Rethink Retail has recognized Michael as one of the top global retail experts for the fourth year in a row, Thinkers 360 has named him on of the Top 50 global thought leaders in retail, RTIH has named him a top 100 global though leader in retail technology and Coresight Research has named Michael a Retail AI Influencer. If you are a BBQ fan, you can tune into Michael's cooking show, Last Request BBQ, on YouTube, Instagram, X and yes, TikTok.Michael is available for keynote presentations helping retailers, brands and retail industry insiders explaining the current state and future of the retail industry in North America and around the world.
Welcome to another episode of the Oncology Brothers podcast! In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Rami Manochakian from the Mayo Clinic to discuss the latest practice-changing studies presented at ESMO 2025, focusing on lung cancer. Episode Highlights: MDT-BRIDGE: Trial for resectable and borderline resectable non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) stressing the importance of a multidisciplinary approach. FLAURA2 Update: showcasing the overall survival benefits of osimertinib combined with chemotherapy for EGFR-positive NSCLC. SOHO-01 & Beamion LUNG-1: emerging HER2-positive NSCLC treatments, Zongertinib and Sevabertinib. Discussion on the significance of NGS testing in identifying mutations and tailoring treatment options for patients. Join us as we explore these important studies and their implications for improving patient outcomes in lung cancer care. Follow us on social media: X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/oncbrothers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oncbrothers Website: https://oncbrothers.com/ Don't forget to subscribe for more updates on practice-changing research and major conference highlights! #ESMO2025 #LungCancer #NSCLC #MDT #Zongertinib #Sevabertinib #Osimertinib #OncologyBrothers
Nous sommes à New-York, dans le quartier chic de SoHo, plus précisément dans un palace, avec des canapés design et des employés gantés de blanc. Dans le hall, les clients se croisent, valises Vuitton à roulettes à la main. Au milieu d'eux, une silhouette intrigue. Lunettes Céline oversized, robe noire impeccable. L'air détaché, sûre d'elle, avec une moue un peu hautaine. Personne ne sait vraiment d'où elle vient. Mais tout le monde croit savoir qui elle est. Son nom ? Anna DelvyConnaissez-vous vraiment Anna Delvy ? Connaissez-vous l'histoire est un podcast de Binge Audio écrit et raconté par Juliette Livartowski. Autrice : Juliette Livartowski. Réalisation : Paul Bertiaux. Production : Charlotte Baix et Juliette Livartowski. Edition : Marie Foulon. Générique : François Clos et Thibault Lefranc. Identité sonore Binge Audio : Jean-Benoît Dunckel (musique) et Bonnie El Bokeili (voix). Identité graphique : Sébastien Brothier (Upian). Direction des programmes : Joël Ronez.Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.
What if the difference between a forgettable line and an enduring brand came down to a handful of details and a few brave decisions? In this episode, Steven Alan unpacks how a small Soho storefront became a global showroom, why discovery will always trump trade-show buying, and how clean distribution keeps both the magic and the margin intact. From recognizing Claire V's voice in five self-sewn bags to cultivating independent designers who'd later define the modern accessories space, Steven shares how instinct, restraint, and precision build brands that last.He also gets candid about scaling too fast—expanding from eight to twenty-three stores, adding overhead, and learning the hard way that growth without discipline can crush profitability. Post-COVID, he pared everything back, rebuilt around his core menswear, and reopened with a Chelsea studio that blends craftsmanship, curation, and calm. His playbook now? Specialize deeply, collaborate selectively, and let great product—not PR—do the talking.
In this Fragrance Friday episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Hamed Arefian, co-founder of House of Dastan, the niche fragrance brand blending Persian heritage, Parisian craftsmanship, and New York sophistication. Rooted in the Persian word “Dastan,” meaning “stories,” the brand reimagines perfume as a medium for cultural storytelling—where every scent is a narrative, and every bottle, a work of art.Hamed shares how childhood memories of rosewater, cardamom, and tea inspired the sensory poetry behind Dastan's creations. Drawing from his family's deep connection to Persian culture and poetry, each fragrance captures emotion, memory, and identity—bridging generations through scent.Collaborating with renowned perfumer Richard Herpin (creator of Tom Ford's Oud Wood), House of Dastan brings to life a refined harmony of East and West. Their standout fragrance, You?, epitomizes this philosophy—crafted to adapt to each wearer's chemistry, creating a completely unique signature scent. “It's not just worn,” Hamed says. “It becomes you.”As luxury evolves, House of Dastan champions emotional craftsmanship over excess—where true artistry lies in care, integrity, and depth. With three new limited-edition fragrances on the horizon and a SoHo boutique opening this November, the brand continues to redefine what modern luxury means in 2025: intimate, personal, and timeless.Tune in to hear how House of Dastan is transforming fragrance into a living art form—one rooted in heritage, yet designed for the modern soul.CHAPTERS:0:02 – Introduction & Welcome1:00 – The Journey to Founding House of Dastan2:04 – Blending Persian, Parisian, and New York Influences3:42 – The Heritage of Persian Fragrance & Storytelling5:09 – Collaborating with Perfumer Richard Herpin7:09 – The Story Behind “You?”9:09 – The Rise of Middle Eastern Fragrance Culture12:07 – Crafting the First Collection & Fragrance Design Process15:03 – From Retail to Brand Building19:39 – Redefining Luxury & What's Next for House of DastanPlease fill out this survey to give us feedback on the show!Don't forget to subscribe to Skin Anarchy on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred platform.Reach out to us through email with any questions.Sign up for our newsletter!Shop all our episodes and products mentioned through our ShopMy Shelf! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this insightful summer bonus episode of the Remarkable Retail podcast, Steve Dennis and Michael LeBlanc welcome Stuart Hogue, formerly Lands' End, Senior Vice President, US Consumer, for a fast-paced conversation recorded live at the CommerceNext Growth Show in New York City. Stuart brings a wealth of brand experience—spanning time at Nike and a passion for brand strategy shaped by none other than fellow podcast guest Scott Galloway—and shares how Lands; End is evolving while staying grounded in its heritage.Founded in 1963 as a sailing outfitter, Lands' End has evolved over the decades from a catalogue stalwart to a digitally savvy harmonized retailer. Stuart walks us through how the company continues to build on its legacy of quality, durability, and classic American style, while embracing modern retail strategies—from digital marketplaces and fashion drops to AI-driven customer discovery.Stuart details Land's Ends; successful expansion into platforms like Nordstrom.com and Amazon, where clever use of data helped make their Bedford quarter-zip sweater a top seller. He emphasizes the importance of aligning product selection with platform-specific customer mindsets, demonstrating a sharp and disciplined approach to marketplace strategy.We also delve into how Lands' End achieved surprising viral success through personalized tote bag pop-ups in Soho, which not only drove younger customer engagement but also created powerful emotional brand moments that were amplified organically through TikTok. The brand's strategic move toward monthly product drops has helped introduce newness while preserving customer loyalty around legacy franchises, such as Tugless swimsuits, no-iron chinos, and its legendary Squall jackets.Stuart shares thoughtful insight into omnichannel retail, calling it less about technology and more about being present at key customer moments across touchpoints. He highlights the growing influence of AI agents. He emphasizes the need for brands to prepare for a new era of product discovery, where brand authority and relevance across marketplaces become increasingly crucial for staying top of mind. About UsJennifer MarloHead of Content, CommerceNextJennifer Marlo drives industry-leading programming at CommerceNext, drawing on experience from Ascendant Network and iMedia Connection, where she spearheaded content strategies to inspire retail, brand and agency marketing leaders. Guided by the belief that “a rising tide lifts all boats,” Jennifer uses in-person and digital platforms to educate and foster industry collaboration. Steve Dennis is a strategic advisor and keynote speaker focused on growth and innovation, who has also been named one of the world's top retail influencers. He is the bestselling authro of two books: Leaders Leap: Transforming Your Company at the Speed of Disruption and Remarkable Retail: How To Win & Keep Customers in the Age of Disruption. Steve regularly shares his insights in his role as a Forbes senior retail contributor and on social media.Michael LeBlanc is the president and founder of M.E. LeBlanc & Company Inc, a senior retail advisor, top retail influencer, keynote speaker and media entrepreneur. Michael produces and hosts a network of leading retail trade podcasts, including the award-winning No.1 independent retail industry podcast in America, Remarkable Retail with his partner, Dallas-based best-selling author Steve Dennis; Canada's top retail industry podcast The Voice of Retail and Canada's top food industry and one of the top Canadian-produced management independent podcasts in the country, The Food Professor with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois from Dalhousie University in Halifax.
In this episode, we're taking you to the heart of England London, a city where history, culture, and modern life blend seamlessly. From the grandeur of Buckingham Palace and the Tower of London to the lively streets of Soho and Camden, this episode uncovers the city's best spots for first-time visitors and seasoned travelers alike. You'll get insider tips on navigating the Tube, finding the best fish and chips, and exploring local favorites beyond the tourist trail. If you want to take this exact trip, download our 2 day London Itinerary!Our top recommended Hotels in London (pick hotels near Kensington Gardens, Hyde Park, or Big Ben)Hyde Park International The Caesar HotelThe Clermont London, Charing CrossOr check out these hotels in LondonCheck out our London Activities & Tours for all activities we recommend and even some that we wanted to do but couldn't get to.Find a great flight deal to London by signing up for Thrifty Traveler Premium and get flight deals sent straight to your inbox. Use our promo code TSP to get $20 off your first year subscription.—---------------------------------------Shop: Trip Itineraries & Amazon Storefront Connect: YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram and contact us at travelsquadpodcast@gmail.com to submit a question of the week or inquire about guest interviews and advertising. Submit a question of the week or inquire about guest interviews and advertising.Contains affiliate links, thanks for supporting Travel Squad Podcast!
The News RundownSteve leads off with the latest tariff turmoil, as trade negotiations between the U.S. and Canada stall amid the Trump administration's response to an ad created and paid for by the Ontario government running in U.S. media whose key auto sector is endangered by Trump trade policies. They also explore luxury corporate earnings, where Hermès continues to shine, while. Gucci owner Kering struggles to regain footing. Meanwhile, Mattel falls short as retailers tighten orders ahead of the holidays.The discussion then turns to job cuts at Target, Amazon, GM, and Nestlé, revealing how automation, AI, and tariff pressures are reshaping corporate structures, before turning to Amazon's plan to replace up to 600,000 roles with robotics. They also cover ChatGPT's meteoric rise to No. 2 in product search, challenging Google and signaling a shift in how consumers discover products.Throughout, they underscore the precariousness of retail confidence heading into the holiday season — from Tractor Supply's cautious guidance to Deckers' HOKA sales slowdown.Blank Canvas Strategy: Finding Retail's 'New Earth'In the second half, Steve introduces "Blank Canvas Strategy"— a methodology for retailers to reimagine their businesses from the ground up, free from legacy constraints. Unlike Blue Ocean Strategy, which focuses on discovering compltey untapped markets, this framework helps brands reinvent their core business models before disruption makes them irrelevant.Steve urges leaders to recognize when their "planet" (current business model and market domain) becomes uninhabitable, and to begin building "Earth Two" — an alternative growth destination. Together, the hosts examine why incremental change doomed once-iconic retailers like Blockbuster, Sears, and Pier 1, and how others like Dick's Sporting Goods and RH (Restoration Hardware) succeeded by boldly innovating their business designs.They close by discussing how executives can carve out time, treasure, and talent for R&D, overcome the fear of cannibalization, and lead with the courage to disrupt themselves before competitors do.After the focused content discussion it's on to the most remarkable stories of the week, including Walmart's massive commitment to deploying 90 million supply-chain sensors to track pallets and fresh-food products.The episode wraps with what needs to be on everyone's radar screens. One recommendation: keep your eyes on "GU" the first U.S. store fromUniqlo's parent company, Fast Retailing. Located in New York's Soho neighborhood, Gu is a bright, energetic space with "eye-poppingly good prices" and strong shopper buzz. About UsSteve Dennis is a strategic advisor and keynote speaker focused on growth and innovation, who has also been named one of the world's top retail influencers. He is the bestselling authro of two books: Leaders Leap: Transforming Your Company at the Speed of Disruption and Remarkable Retail: How To Win & Keep Customers in the Age of Disruption. Steve regularly shares his insights in his role as a Forbes senior retail contributor and on social media.Michael LeBlanc is the president and founder of M.E. LeBlanc & Company Inc, a senior retail advisor, keynote speaker and now, media entrepreneur. He has been on the front lines of retail industry change for his entire career. Michael has delivered keynotes, hosted fire-side discussions and participated worldwide in thought leadership panels, most recently on the main stage in Toronto at Retail Council of Canada's Retail Marketing conference with leaders from Walmart & Google. He brings 25+ years of brand/retail/marketing & eCommerce leadership experience with Levi's, Black & Decker, Hudson's Bay, CanWest Media, Pandora Jewellery, The Shopping Channel and Retail Council of Canada to his advisory, speaking and media practice.Michael produces and hosts a network of leading retail trade podcasts, including the award-winning No.1 independent retail industry podcast in America, Remarkable Retail with his partner, Dallas-based best-selling author Steve Dennis; Canada's top retail industry podcast The Voice of Retail and Canada's top food industry and one of the top Canadian-produced management independent podcasts in the country, The Food Professor with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois from Dalhousie University in Halifax.Rethink Retail has recognized Michael as one of the top global retail experts for the fourth year in a row, Thinkers 360 has named him on of the Top 50 global thought leaders in retail, RTIH has named him a top 100 global though leader in retail technology and Coresight Research has named Michael a Retail AI Influencer. If you are a BBQ fan, you can tune into Michael's cooking show, Last Request BBQ, on YouTube, Instagram, X and yes, TikTok.Michael is available for keynote presentations helping retailers, brands and retail industry insiders explaining the current state and future of the retail industry in North America and around the world.
Welcome to another episode of Fratello On Air! This week, we discuss the triumphant return of Seiko to the forefront of value-laden watchmaking. For some, perhaps the massive Japanese company never left. From our perspective, though, 2025 has been a turning point. We feel that the brand has truly listened to its fan base and the market. Listen along to why we feel this way and what else we'd like to see.After what felt like a lengthy period of offering chunky watches with big price tags, it seems that Seiko has made a triumphant return. Reasonably sized watches with prices that have held steady, while others have increased dramatically, are just a couple of our observations. Listen in and see if you agree with the rest of our thoughts on this fan-favorite watch brand.HandgelenkskontrolleWe kick off our episode by celebrating Balazs's return from the Big Apple. There's even a little singing to get everyone in the mood! Then, we recall our recent discussion about the fortunes of several brands in five years. Mike envisions a slim 37mm Panerai dress watch with a manual-winding movement and crown lock. Could it work? Then, screen-related entertainment makes an appearance as we mention A House of Dynamite, Task, and Slow Horses. Finally, Balazs shares his thoughts on the recent watch events in New York City and a disturbing visit to a Rolex boutique in SoHo. For the Handgelenkskontrolle, Balazs has been wearing the Ming 57.04 Iris Chronograph and was flashing it around New York. Mike is keeping with the theme and is also sporting a Ming. The watch is currently under embargo, but it is coming out in November. Spoiler alert: it's fantastic!Seiko's triumphant returnIn 2025, we've seen some fantastic releases. The previously mentioned recent announcements resonated with fans. Earlier, watches like the Seiko 5 SRPL91 and SRPL93 "Gene Kranz" or the new Speedtimer models seemed to nail the brief. The market has been asking for smaller, thinner watches with slimmer, better bracelets. Seiko has delivered. Plus, while others continue to raise prices, Seiko has held the line, albeit at higher prices than seven or eight years ago. Still, the watches are competitive, attractive, and desirable. Sure, there's still work to do, especially related to movement accuracy, but we remain hopeful. Overall, it's nice to see one of our favorite marques pulling at our heart and purse strings again! Let us know if you agree with us on the company's triumphant return and what else you'd like to see from Seiko.As always, thanks for listening to the latest episode of Fratello On Air! If you have ideas for future shows, please feel free to let us know.
Insights on New York City travel by Credit Union Conversations host Mark Ritter and guest Azra Samiee reveal authentic experiences beyond typical tourist attractions. In this engaging episode, Mark shares his journey from small-town Pennsylvania to becoming a NYC enthusiast, while Azra, a 13-year Brooklyn resident, offers insider recommendations. Discover Brooklyn neighborhoods and restaurants guide favorites, including Red Hook's legendary burger at Red Hook Tavern and Steve's Key Lime Pie. Learn about convenient transportation options like the East River Ferry and City Bike NYC. From Comedy Shows to Chelsea Market, this conversation covers essential stops while avoiding overcrowded spots like Times Square.What You Will Learn in This Episode: ✅ Navigate New York City like a local using Subway Navigation tips and alternative transportation options, including the East River Ferry and City Bike NYC system for exploring multiple boroughs efficiently.✅ Discover authentic Brooklyn Attractions beyond the typical tourist path, including Dumbo Brooklyn, Red Hook Brooklyn, and Prospect Park, with insider dining recommendations from Thai Restaurants to legendary Pizza places in NYC.✅ Plan the perfect Manhattan experience with expert guidance on NYC Steakhouses, Comedy Shows in New York, and cultural destinations like the Museum of Natural History and Chelsea Market while strategically avoiding overcrowded areas.✅ Create memorable experiences combining food, entertainment, and sightseeing, from Broadway shows to waterfront sunsets, using local knowledge to maximize your visit to America's most dynamic city.Subscribe to Credit Union Conversations for the latest credit union trends and insights on loan volume and business lending! Connect with MBFS to boost your credit union's growth today.TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Mark's personal journey discovering New York City as a first-time visitor at age 3502:21 Discussion of subway navigation techniques and Mark's typical tourist routine visiting Manhattan destinations like Penn Station and Soho shopping areas, plus his love for NYC steakhouses04:53 Azra recommends exploring Brooklyn attractions as the best way to experience authentic NYC, introducing transportation alternatives like City Bike NYC and the East River Ferry for accessing different boroughs07:33 Detailed Brooklyn neighborhoods and restaurants guide covering Dumbo, Brooklyn and Red Hook, Brooklyn, featuring Steve's Key Lime Pie shop, Red Hook Tavern's famous burger, and Littlefield Comedy Shows11:20 Discussion of NYC entertainment venues, including the Comedy Cellar and the Stand for Comedy Shows New York, plus Broadway Shows recommendations and appreciation for Chelsea Market located in the historic Nabisco factory building12:12 Final restaurant recommendations covering favorite Pizza Places NYC, Thai restaurants like Nourish Thai in Brooklyn, and Azra's role as tourism ambassador, concluding this New York City travel guide episode with holiday visit planningKEY TAKEAWAYS: ✅ Brooklyn offers more authentic New York City experiences than typical Manhattan tourist spots, with neighborhoods like Dumbo, Brooklyn and Red Hook providing waterfront views, exceptional dining, and local charm away from crowded areas like Times Square.✅ Transportation variety enhances your NYC visit. While Subway Navigation using Google Maps works for beginners, the East River Ferry offers scenic routes between boroughs. City Bike NYC provides an adventurous way to explore, though bike riding in the city requires confidence and aggressive navigation.✅ Comedy shows in New York venues like the Comedy Cellar, the Stand, and Littlefield in South Brooklyn provide excellent...
Welcome to PTBN Pop's Video Jukebox Song of The Day! Every weekday will be featuring a live watch of a great and memorable music video. This week, with Halloween approaching, we're looking to get into the spirit of the season with songs featured in horror movies. On today's episode, Andy Atherton is watching, “Whisper To A Scream” by Soho from 1996. The YouTube link for the video is below so you can watch along! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bXzUQU2za78
What are the perks of being a babysitter? Does a rat ever stop being a rat? And would you stay the night in a fake Grandad's house?Our Christmas Flatshare Slamdown show is now on sale. It's happening at the Underbelly Boulevard in Soho on December 8th WITH SPECIAL GUESTS NISH KUMAR & AMY ANNETTEThis will sell out quickly so DON'T DELAY, grab your tickets HERE TODAY!Follow us on:YouTube: youtube.com/@pappysflatshareInstagram: instagram.com/pappyscomedy/TikTok: tiktok.com/@pappysflatshareFacebook: facebook.com/PappysFlatshare/And X: twitter.com/pappystweet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mark and Kenny travel way back to 1982 and revisit their 2019 conversation from the FIRST season of ALL I WANT TO DO IS TALK ABOUT MADONNA - LIVE in front of a very sexy SOLD OUT audience at Soho's stunning Iron | Feather. Topics include: Jean-Michel Basquiat, Gwen Gutherie, Stephanie Mills, Seymour Stein, Michael Rosenblatt, Martin Burgoyne, Christopher Ciccone, Erica “Bags” Bell, James Mtume, and a celebration of songwriter and producer Reggie Lucas. Plus, Kenny explores the deliciousness of pheromones and Mark delivers musical justice for one of the oft-debated Madonna tracks! Special Thank You to Jeff Vicente, DJ Chauncey, and Christine Holt for their essential assistance with this episode.