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From Exodus 12
Johnny Mac marks the 25th anniversary of the original UK The Office, which premiered July 9, 2001 on BBC2, ran 14 episodes across two seasons plus a Christmas special, and initially drew modest ratings before becoming a global phenomenon with 15 adaptations and an ongoing franchise producing new content through 2026. He argues the show's specific British cringe and tonal blend of comedy and sadness make it hard to translate, and says the successful remakes reinvented rather than copied the format. He highlights Germany's Stromberg (five seasons, 46 episodes, and a 2014 crowdfunded film) and Israel's Hamish Rodd (four seasons, 30 episodes), while noting shorter runs in France and other countries and describing India's version as closest in spirit to the American adaptation. He also covers Gervais's 2016 film Life on the Road and shares production trivia, including casting, a dropped narrator idea, and a scene requiring 74 takes. 01:22 Why It Travels02:35 UK Original Breakdown04:11 Germany Reinvents05:28 Other Global Versions06:55 What Makes Adaptations Work07:12 Gervais And Legacy07:45 Behind The Scenes Facts Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac-a-daily-briefing-on-comedians-and-the-comedy-industry--4522158/support.Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac is a daily podcast covering comedians, stand-up comedy, late night television, and the comedy industry. New episodes every morning. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.Contact John at John@thesharkdeck dot com For Uninterrupted Listening, use the Apple Podcast App and click the banner that says Uninterrupted Listening. $4.99/month John's Substack about media is free.This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.
6.21.26 - "Moses: Doing the Right Thing the Wrong Way" - Lars Stromberg by Hinsdale Covenant
From Exodus 1:22-2:10
Was hat eine Versicherung mit einem Kinofilm, einer Late-Night-Show und gemeinsamem Weihnachtssingen zu tun? In der neuen Folge unseres Podcasts „Auf einen Tee“ begrüßt Andrea Montua den Leiter Politik und Unternehmenskommunikation der Zurich Gruppe Deutschland, Bernd Engelien, der zu diesen Themen einiges erzählen kann. Darf die Unternehmenskommunikation auch in ernsten Zeiten Entertainment bieten? Ja, bitte, meint Bernd Engelien, der mit seinem Team gerade beim Thema Strategie auch auf Unterhaltung setzt, um die mehr als 5.300 Mitarbeitenden der Gruppe zu erreichen. Seine Art der Kommunikation hat viel mit Authentizität zu tun - wer Vertrauen verkauft, braucht intern Menschen, die vertrauen. Weitere spannende Themen: Kommunikation in ihrer politischen Dimension, Kultur als Fundament der Strategie, KI als neues „Betriebssystem“ der Branche Empathie als Versprechen – intern und extern. Für Bernd Engelien ist die Verbindung von Kommunikation und Public Affairs heute essenziell, da nahezu jedes kommunikative Thema eine politische Dimension besitzt und Unternehmen durch diese Verzahnung ihre gesellschaftliche Rolle aktiv wahrnehmen und mitgestalten müssen. Wie seht Ihr das?
Tiefe Täler mit Stromberg oder Threads, große Freude mit Olivia und Andy macht mit Auto laden Geld. Was für eine Welt, in der wir leben. Und ihr seid live dabei, in euren Ohren, in diesem Podcast
City Councilmember Terrah Anderson talks about the appointment of new Chief of Police Cody Stromberg, this week's secondary water availability, the drought and water conservation, the Rosecrest pipeline project, and the City's approved tentative budget. Have a question? Leave a comment or email us at communications@herriman.gov and we'll address it in a future edition. 0:00 Start 0:31 Intro 1:17 Secondary water 2:26 Drought conditions and conservation 4:20 Youth Council applications 5:49 Rodeo ticket prices increase soon 7:16 Rosecrest pipeline project 10:10 Su Casa Market ribbon cutting 11:50 Chief Cody Stromberg 13:49 Tentative budget approved 15:42 Police awards banquet 18:23 Wrapup
5.10.26 - "The Spirit Empowers for Wintess" - Lars Stromberg by Hinsdale Covenant
Neue Podcast-Episode online: Wir sprechen über den Kinostart „Vivaldi und ich“ (Originaltitel „Primavera“) mit Tecla Insolia und warum der Film Musik, Historie und Coming-of-Age so wirkungsvoll verbindet. Außerdem: „Apex“, der neue Netflix-Survivalthriller mit Charlize Theron und Taron Egerton, der die Wildnis zum Schauplatz eines gnadenlosen Katz-und-Maus-Spiels macht. Und zum Schluss das große Wiedersehen: „Stromberg – Wieder alles wie immer“ bringt das Kult-Team zurück und fragt, wie Büro und Öffentlichkeit heute funktionieren. Timecodes: 00:00:00 Einleitung 00:02:50 Vivaldi und ich 00:20:55 Wir tippen die nächste Sneak Preview 00:23:20 Kinocharts und Neustarts 00:28:57 Stromberg - Wieder alles wie immer 00:35:43 APEX
From John 14
4.12.26 - "Vision Sunday" - Lars Stromberg by Hinsdale Covenant
From John 20
Lars benutzt Parfum. Jetzt ist es raus...
From John 13:31-35
From John 13:18-30
From John 13:6-11
From John 13:1-5
Most golfers dream of upgrading their gear without breaking the bank—Benjamin Stromberg's journey from hand-me-down clubs to building a now thriving used golf equipment business shows that affordability, ingenuity, and community can change everything. How do you turn a passion for golf into a scalable business that empowers thousands to play more, pay less, and enjoy the game deeply?In this episode, Ben shares his remarkable story of starting with humble beginnings—using hand-me-downs in college, hustling clubs in parking lots, and iterating a data-driven inventory system. You'll discover the behind-the-scenes of how Golf Roots is revolutionizing affordable golf equipment, making high-quality used clubs accessible for everyone.https://golfroots.com/https://www.instagram.com/golf.roots/https://www.instagram.com/benstromberg/BestBall Links:⛳️ Join the BestBall Golf Club! - https://patreon.com/BestBallGolfClubhttps://BestBall.comhttps://linktr.ee/BestBallhttps://bestball.substack.com - Subscribe to Par 3 Thursdays!Friends of BestBall:B. Draddy - https://www.bdraddy.com - Enter "BESTBALL20" for 20% off your orderZero Restriction - https://www.zerorestriction.com - Enter "BESTBALL20" for 20% off your orderFairway & Greene - https://www.fairwayandgreene.com - Enter "BESTBALL20" for 20% off your orderArccos Golf - https://bit.ly/4gXNDQi - Get 15% off your orderThe Stack System - https://www.thestacksystem.com/discount/BestBall - Get 10% off your orderWestern Birch - https://westernbirch.com - Enter "BESTBALL" in the shipping cart for a free gift with your order. Interested in becoming a sponsor of The Hole Story Podcast? Email info@bestball.com.
From Matthew 5
From Matthew 26:36-46
In Session 317, I sit down with Dr. Francesca Delia Espinoza to revisit one of the most foundational—but often misunderstood—topics in behavior analysis: eye contact. We explore why eye contact shouldn't be treated as a simple objective, but instead understood within its broader social and developmental context. Francesca explains how eye contact is better re-framed as "eye-looking," and why behavior analysts need a strong conceptual foundation for evaluating when, how, and why to teach it. We discuss her recent paper in Perspectives on Behavior Science, which encourages practitioners to analyze the controlling variables behind eye contact rather than relying on rote teaching procedures. We then shift into the role of eye contact in autism development and early intervention. Francesca discusses how deviations in gaze behavior can influence a child's learning trajectory, and why early, naturally occurring social contingencies can make such a significant difference. We also touch on the potential aversiveness of eye contact for some individuals, and how to navigate that ethically and effectively. Our conversation expands into related research on social media, gaze avoidance, and how adults and children with autism engage differently with eye-related cues online. Francesca also talks about her Substack newsletter, "What Darwin Taught Me," which blends behavioral science with accessible and engaging writing. From there, we explore her creative work in conceptual fiction, including her "Aura" series from her Substack Newsletter — a not-too-distant science-fiction world where behavior analysts work alongside AI systems that analyze sessions, generate programs, and support day-to-day clinical tasks. This leads us into a broader discussion about the role of AI in applied behavior analysis, including its promises, limitations, and the importance of preserving hands-on clinical expertise. Francesca describes one of the short stories in the Aura series about behavior analysts who travel to developing countries, only to realize their reliance on technology becomes a liability when the systems fail. It's a striking reminder that behavior change happens in real time, and nothing replaces skilled human interaction. We close by reflecting on how emerging technologies—AI, automation, and digital platforms—might shape the future of ABA for better or worse. Resources and References Mentioned: Francesca's Substack: "What Darwin Taught Me" (Aura storyline here) Stromberg, et al. (2025). Shaping Social Eye Contact in Children With Autism Via Telehealth: A Parent-Implemented Intervention Skinner (1986): "What Is Wrong With Daily Life in the Western World?" The Craft of Applied Behavior Analysis: Session 181 with Francesca Degli Espinosa Eye Contact, Joint Attention, and Autism: Session 238 with Francesca Degli Espinosa Cline (2012). Ready Player One (pro tip: skip the movie, read the book) The Matrix Sponsor Shoutouts! Frontera. Consider taking a demo of Frontera's Assessment Builder and see how the ethical application of AI technologies can help you serve clients and save you time! Your first assessment report is free. And if you use code BOP25 you'll get an additional five assessments for just $100. So head to fronterahealth.com to check it out! MindBodyBehavior's Certified Health Coach Program. If you're a BCBA looking to use your ABA skills to help people live healthier lifestyles, learn how to do it the right way, with expert instruction, mentoring, and guidance from Sarah Burby. Better still, podcast listeners can save $$$ by using the code BOP10 at check out. Click here to learn more! HRIC Recruting. Cut out the middleman and speak directly with Barbara Voss, who's been placing BCBAs in great jobs all across the US for 15 years. The 2026 Stone Soup Conference! This is one of the best values in the online conference space. I'm actually going to be one of the speakers at this year's event, along with a great cast of other characters you're probably familiar with. Save on your registration by using promo code PODCAST26! Behavior University. Their mission is to provide university quality professional development for the busy Behavior Analyst. Learn about their CEU offerings, including their 8-hour Supervision Course, as well as their RBT offerings over at behavioruniversity.com/observations. Don't forget to use the coupon code, PODCAST to save at checkout! The 2026 Verbal Behavior Conference! Taking place March 26–27, 2026, in Austin, Texas, or livestream and on-demand on BehaviorLive. Presenters will include Drs. Mark Sundberg, Patrick McGreevy, Caio Miguel, Alice Shillingsburg, Sarah Frampton, Andresa De Souza, and Danielle LaFrance will share how Skinner's analysis of verbal behavior can guide the assessment and treatment of generative learning challenges in children with autism and other developmental disabilities. And don't miss the special pre-conference workshop on Wednesday, March 25.