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Industry veteran Joe Hertrich talks about what matters most on your malt Certificates of Analysis.Special Guest: Joe Hertrich.

Anthony SanFilippo, Russ Joy, and Chris Therien are LIVE from the Flyers Charities Carnival. Special guests include Flyers Governor Dan Hilferty, President of Hockey Operations Keith Jones, head coach Rick Tocchet, former Flyer Wayne Simmonds, Flyers announcers Jim Jackson and Brian Boucher, assistant coach Todd Reirden, and SVP of Community Relations & Executive Director of Flyers Charities Cindy Stutman. 00:00 Intro 9:26 Rick Tocchet 21:18 Dan Hilferty 33:05 Will the Flyers do anything at the deadline? 44:44 Intern Andrew prepares for the dunk tank 51:31 Showing off Dan Vladar's Olympic Mask with Franny Drummond 1:00:14 Wayne Simmonds 1:13:52 Keith Jones 1:27:51 Cindy Stutman 1:34:37 When is it the right time to ask the tough questions? 1:41:58 Reacting to Intern Andrew in the dunk tank 1:49:22 Tim Saunders surprise interview 1:57:41 Shenanigans 2:08:30 Todd Reirden 2:26:59 Technical difficulties 2:28:01 More Shenanigans 2:58:05 Jim Jackson & Brian Boucher 3:22:21 Sign off

Technical experts are masters of their specific crafts, but they often find themselves dealing with the universal challenges of overwork, burnout, and micromanagement. Penny Zenker sits down with Alistair Gordon, CEO of Expertunity, who shares how he leads the so-called expertship revolution to address this growing problem happening in most workplaces. Alistair sheds light on how experts and specialists are often trapped in their “technical bubbles,” causing them to be extremely underappreciated and typically overwhelmed. Find out how to regain agency, set clear priorities, and push back on unreasonable demands to finally get the recognition you truly deserve.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://pennyzenker360.com/positive-productivity-podcast/

Kayleigh Donaldson is back! She is the guest on some of the most popular episodes, and I know what that is: she's brilliant. We recorded this just before the Oscar nominations were announced, so Kayleigh is making (some pretty accurate!) predictions about Oscar nominations, and explaining what makes this year's group of films so interesting.Along the way we also talk about vintage Hollywood gossip, character actors who go weird gremlin, and the way actors shape public narrative with their project choices, their fashion, and their cosmetic procedures. And also – Scotland made the World Cup – woohoo!I love talking to people who think about their favorite aspects of popular culture the way I think about romance fiction, and I already know you love when Kayleigh is a guest. Don't worry, she will be back.Technical note: we had some connectivity issues and delay during the recording, so I don't have a full video episode for this one, though I do have clips, so watch for them on social media. You might hear some muddy audio, and I apologize. Please know I did all the things I could.CW/TW: At about 2 minutes in, we talk about Elizabeth Taylor's abusive first husband. We also talk about body and beauty standards in Hollywood.Patreon folks, you have an extended episode inside your Patreon feed with a whole extra hour of discussion about the Beckhams, the industry of celebrity children, and more....You can find Kayleigh Donaldson at her website, KayleighDonaldson.com, on Bluesky, and on Pajiba.com. You can also sign up for her (excellent) newsletter, Gossip Reading Club.We also mentioned:The New Yorker: “Amanda Seyfried's Epiphanies”Reddit: Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun in Central Park Reddit: Sydney Sweeney and Christy Martin in Sports IllustratedTom and Lorenzo: Sydney Sweeney's hair on Jimmy FallonThe New York Times: Dr. Tressie McMillan Cottom on the “Enduring Invisible Power of Blondeness” (Archive link)The Wrap: Kayleigh reviews All's FairThe List: Bradley Cooper's Face and Resulting RumorsThe Wall Street Journal: Club Chalamet/Simone Cromer profileWikipedia: The Leveson Inquiry Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kayleigh Donaldson is back! She is the guest on some of the most popular episodes, and I know what that is: she's brilliant. We recorded this just before the Oscar nominations were announced, so Kayleigh is making (some pretty accurate!) predictions about Oscar nominations, and explaining what makes this year's group of films so interesting.Along the way we also talk about vintage Hollywood gossip, character actors who go weird gremlin, and the way actors shape public narrative with their project choices, their fashion, and their cosmetic procedures. And also – Scotland made the World Cup – woohoo!I love talking to people who think about their favorite aspects of popular culture the way I think about romance fiction, and I already know you love when Kayleigh is a guest. Don't worry, she will be back.Technical note: we had some connectivity issues and delay during the recording, so I don't have a full video episode for this one, though I do have clips, so watch for them on social media. You might hear some muddy audio, and I apologize. Please know I did all the things I could.CW/TW: At about 2 minutes in, we talk about Elizabeth Taylor's abusive first husband. We also talk about body and beauty standards in Hollywood.Patreon folks, you have an extended episode inside your Patreon feed with a whole extra hour of discussion about the Beckhams, the industry of celebrity children, and more....You can find Kayleigh Donaldson at her website, KayleighDonaldson.com, on Bluesky, and on Pajiba.com. You can also sign up for her (excellent) newsletter, Gossip Reading Club.We also mentioned:The New Yorker: “Amanda Seyfried's Epiphanies”Reddit: Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun in Central Park Reddit: Sydney Sweeney and Christy Martin in Sports IllustratedTom and Lorenzo: Sydney Sweeney's hair on Jimmy FallonThe New York Times: Dr. Tressie McMillan Cottom on the “Enduring Invisible Power of Blondeness” (Archive link)The Wrap: Kayleigh reviews All's FairThe List: Bradley Cooper's Face and Resulting RumorsThe Wall Street Journal: Club Chalamet/Simone Cromer profileWikipedia: The Leveson Inquiry Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bob Zimmerman explains Roscosmos failures without credit, examining how Russia's space agency stumbles through technical setbacks while refusing accountability, diminishing Moscow's once-proud position in space exploration.1932

A two albums formatted episode of We Have A Technical ends up taking two very different detours into trance music, of all things. First, we're looking at the just remastered and digitally reissued sole LP from Portland duo Violet Arcana, 1994's In The Scene Of The Mind, which takes the road less travelled by slowing and stretching trance programming into psychedelic ethereality, and finding commonalities with contemporaneous downtempo approaches to electro-industrial and dark ambient. Next, 2012's Altered Creature by Fostercare has us flashing back to the aftermath of witch house, in which all manner of bands and producers were experimenting with the occult, sample-happy liberty that genre afforded, including Fostercare's grimy cyberpunk read on a wide range of classic rave styles.

In this episode, Jeff Mains sits down with Alistair Gordon, founder of Expertunity and author of "Master Expert," to explore why technical excellence alone isn't enough to drive career momentum and organizational impact. Alistair reveals how subject matter experts (SMEs) can unlock influence without abandoning their technical edge through what he calls "expert ship"—a set of enterprise skills that translate expertise into clear business value. The conversation challenges the assumption that management is the only path forward for technical professionals and offers practical frameworks for founders looking to retain and grow top technical talent.Key Takeaways[5:00] - The leadership development gap: Only 11% of first-time leaders receive training in their first year, leaving 89% to sink or swim[7:50] - Why "knowledge leader" failed: Technical experts don't want to be leaders—they want to avoid "useless meetings where nothing gets done"[12:00] - The invisibility problem: Much of experts' work (like keeping email systems running) is completely invisible until something breaks[14:30] - Expert as coach: The most transformational skill is learning to ask better questions before providing technical advice[19:30] - The coaching paradox: Half of stakeholders love the questioning approach; the other half just want immediate answers[23:00] - The negativity trap: Experts often spend 22 minutes explaining why something is difficult before mentioning it's actually a good idea[29:00] - The promotion trap: Three out of four times, forcing technical experts into management roles is "a train wreck"[40:30] - The remuneration shift: In successful tech companies, technical experts often earn more than leaders because they add more valueTweetable Quotes

As president of The Recording Academy, which organises the Grammy Awards, Panos A. Panay is grappling with how artificial intelligence and streaming is transforming the music industry, often at the expense of artists. A former agent who worked with the likes of Leonard Cohen and Nina Simone, Panos tells Amol about his love of music and how that led to him becoming one of the most influential figures in the industry. And against the backdrop of record-breaking tours from Beyonce and Taylor Swift, he reflects on why the next generation of artists like Sabrina Carpenter are forging real connections with audiences through live performances. (00:04:16) What is the Recording Academy? (00:05:17) How did he want to change the Academy as president? (00:07:10) Finding his love for music growing up in Cyprus (00:10:39) Panos' career in the music industry (00:17:01) What does an agent look for in an artist in 2000 vs 2026? (00:22:19) Are artists being unfairly paid by music streaming companies? (00:25:55) How do you get a better deal for artists? (00:27:45) The threat of AI to the music industry (00:33:11) Panos' RADICAL ideas (00:37:32) The rise of live music (00:39:20) The popularity of music in different languages (00:45:51) Amol's Reflections GET IN TOUCH * WhatsApp: 0330 123 9480 * Email: radical@bbc.co.uk Episodes of Radical with Amol Rajan are released every Thursday and you can also watch them on BBC iPlayer: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/m002f1d0/radical-with-amol-rajan Amol Rajan is a presenter of the Today programme on BBC Radio 4. He is also the host of University Challenge on BBC One. Before that, Amol was media editor at the BBC and editor at The Independent. Radical with Amol Rajan is a Today Podcast. It was made by Lewis Vickers with Anna Budd. Digital production was by Gabriel Purcell-Davis. Technical production was by Dave O'Neill. The editor is Sam Bonham. The executive producer is Owenna Griffiths.

Joe and Robert are back to break down RuPaul's Drag Race Season 18, Episode 4, the Red Carpet Mashups design challenge—and this week's conversation covers everything from high-fashion expectations to one of the most debated moments of the season so far. The episode kicks off with a love letter to design challenges, as Robert explains why watching queens build looks from scratch remains his favorite part of Drag Race. From there, the conversation quickly turns to the runway itself, where classic pop culture fashion moments are reimagined with mixed results. A major portion of the episode centers on Briar Blush's fainting moment on the main stage. Joe and Robert carefully unpack the fan discourse, production choices, and tonal whiplash of the episode—questioning how Drag Race has handled medical moments in the past versus now, and whether production's response felt appropriate, humane, or purely pragmatic. While Robert leans toward believing the faint was real, Joe remains more conflicted, openly grappling with his reluctance to take a hard stance in a pop-culture environment that often rushes to judgment. Joe and Robert go head-to-head over the runway pairings, offering candid takes on execution, drag versus fashion, and judging logic: Juicy Love Dion vs. Briar Blush – Strong praise for Juicy's look and overall polish. Discord Adams vs. Jane Don't – Technical skill versus aesthetic appeal sparks debate. Mikey Meeks vs. Nini Coco – A clash between runway fashion sensibility and traditional drag excess. Sierra Mist vs. Kenya Pleaser – Construction choices, concept fidelity, and a surprise freezer-meat reveal. Mia Star vs. Vida Von T Star – A deserved win for Vida, with overdue recognition for Mia's mug and hair. Darlene Mitchell vs. Athena Love Dion – Shoes, styling, and the limits of runway camera work. Along the way, Joe raises broader questions about Drag Race's increasing emphasis on high-fashion standards, Law Roach's judging persona, and whether the show is drifting further from drag toward pure runway critique. Despite tonal inconsistencies and judging frustrations, both hosts agree this was one of the stronger episodes of the season—especially for fans who crave construction challenges and visual storytelling. The episode closes with reflections on fairness, fandom discourse, and anticipation for what's coming next as the competition heats up.

Today's Topics:1. Sound Signature Review 6.211 – Dillon DRC308 on the 14.5-in SR-25. Kicking off the SR-25 research progression, the larger brother of the previously evaluated DRC556 is put through its paces on this challenging host. This is the technical discussion to accompany the report published two weeks ago before SHOT show.a. Intro and recap (00:06:03)b. DRC308 physical overview (00:07:57)c. DRC silencer design (00:12:06)d. Hazard Map Brief 8.1.8 (00:17:26)e. System performance (00:25:08)f. Overall thoughts (00:43:33)2. Sound Signature Review 6.212 – Precision Armament TiTrex 300 on 20-in .308 bolt-action. We haven't published a bolt-action report since May of last year! Let's revisit this ubiquitous and useful host platform to examine this highly optimized 3D-printed silencer. The performance is quite interesting! This discussion introduces today's published report. (00:47:26)3. Hunted again with the 300 BLK 6.75-in Sig MCX “LVAW!” Less than a week after my previous report to you in which I took a whitetail doe, I took a spike buck in late season with the same ammunition. Some lessons learned to report! (00:55:57)Sponsored by - Silencer Shop, Top Gun Range Houston, Legion Athletics, Capitol Armory, and the PEW Science Laboratory!Legion Athletics: use code pewscience for BOGO off your entire first order and 20% cash back always!Magpul: Use code PSTEN to receive $10 off your order of $100 or more at Magpul

The biggest tech news & social media trends on the internet from January 28th, 2026.Join our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/cw/CentennialWorld  Timestamps:00:00 Intro1:40 TikTok and the US government close the deal to spin off TikTok5:42 Investors leading the TikTok USDS joint venture8:10 Allegations of censorship on US TikTok  11:00 Glitches & TikTok's data centre power outage 13:00 Changes to TikTok's privacy policy 15:17 Alternative platforms to TikTok gaining traction: UpScrolled, Skylight & Monnett17:41 Will people stick to the alternative platforms? What is next for US TikTok?   Subscribe to Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/18cqrQI7gMiVfxIMRAeULF   Subscribe to Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/infinite-scroll/id1499785732   Subscribe to our weekly Substack: https://centennialworld.substack.com/   Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infinitescrollpodcast/   Follow our publication: https://www.tiktok.com/@centennialworld   Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmeisner_/   Follow Lauren on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@laurenmeisner_Please consider buying us a coffee to help keep Centennial World's weekly podcasts going! Every single dollar goes back into this business

Send us a textTraditional tailoring might seem worlds away from technical gear—but the principles are the same. In this episode, Alasdair Leighton-Crawford of Cimoro shares how skills learned on Savile Row translate directly into better-fitting apparel, smarter pack design, and more intentional making.We talk about:Why tailoring is one of the fastest ways to truly understand fitHow athletic thinking and craft obsession shape better gearWhat most makers overlook when designing packs and apparelBalancing bespoke work, scalability, and running a small businessWhy making by hand still matters in an age of automation and AICimoroFind Us on Social Media

In this episode of Sales Is King, host Dan Sixsmith kicks off the show's 10th year and the launch of a brand new studio with a powerhouse guest: Andrew Brown, Senior Vice President and Chief Revenue Officer at Red Hat. Andrew shares how Red Hat is driving double‑digit growth with its hybrid platforms, automation, and AI capabilities—while staying anchored in long‑standing values like freedom, courage, commitment, and accountability. He also breaks down how AI is really changing sales, what separates top sellers from the middle of the pack, and why “happy customers” is his simple, non‑negotiable definition of success.​Red Hat's growth engines in 2025Three core platforms: Enterprise Linux, OpenShift (containerization/virtualization), and automation.​Why true hybrid (on‑prem, private cloud, hyperscalers) is resonating with customers globally.​The acquisition of Neural Magic and how Red Hat is playing in AI inference.​Values that customers actually feelHow Red Hat's long‑standing values—freedom, courage, commitment, accountability—show up through products and people, not posters.​Stories from customer visits (including India) where clients proactively praise the team, not just the tech.​The call to become CRO and first 90 daysHow Andrew was tapped from IBM by Rob Thomas to run “anything that touches revenue” at Red Hat.​Why he changed almost nothing at first: two ears, two eyes, one mouth—used in that ratio.​Moving the organization from “growing” to truly unlocking the next growth curve, with alignment on one vision and one belief.​What really separates top sellers from the middleActive listening as a true differentiator—probing pain, impact, and outcomes versus just hearing words.​Never settling: aiming beyond the renewal, operating on the “front foot,” and treating success and failure the same way.​A sports mindset: being ready for the clutch moments, orchestrating stakeholders, and failing at least 50% of the time but getting back up.​How AI is reshaping sales at Red HatBuilding and buying: Red Hat's own AI assistant embedded in sellers' workflow (Slack → CRM opportunity creation) plus tools like People.ai to free managers from data validation and focus them on coaching.​The big challenge: not building AI models, but getting them into production at scale with governance, cost control, and the right deployment (cloud vs. on‑prem).​Why only a small percentage of AI projects show real value today—and what needs to change.​Channel and ecosystem as revenue multipliersWhy a significant share of Red Hat's revenue runs through partners and how they're enabled pre‑ and post‑sales.​Technical certifications, revamped partner programs, and advisory boards to keep value and alignment high.​Customer success and value realizationConsolidating scattered customer success pockets into a central, technical CS team that engages the day after the contract is signed.​Focus on hands‑on deployment, embedding Red Hat tech in customer architectures, and rescuing under‑utilized hybrid commitments.​The direct link Andrew sees between CS, value realization, and recurring revenue uplift.​Andrew's personal journey and leadership lessonsFrom aspiring soccer player to IBM intern to CRO at Red Hat.​Doing an MBA nights/weekends to bridge technology and business outcomes in C‑level conversations.​Early “bad” first management role and learning from white‑space, door‑to‑door style selling.​Influences from Lou Gerstner and other mentors: keep it simple, communicate clearly, don't define your life only by work.​Andrew Brown is Senior Vice President and Chief Revenue Officer at Red Hat, where he leads all revenue‑touching functions globally across sales, services, and ecosystem partners. Prior to Red Hat, Andrew spent nearly three decades at IBM in a variety of technical, sales, and leadership roles, combining a deep technology background with a strong commercial track record.​

After building products at Microsoft (Xbox, Surface), a gaming startup acquired by Disney, Twilio, and Box, Vanessa Larco joined NEA where she led seed investments in Greenlight (debit card for kids), Majuri (C2C jewelry), and Limitless (acquired by Meta). She served on Robinhood's board for five and a half years through IPO and the GameStop crisis. In this conversation, Vanessa breaks down the specific traits that separate top 1% founders from the rest, why venture capital is experiencing structural chaos from simultaneous mega-fund expansion and generational transition, and why technical founders who deeply understand consumer behavior change represent the next wave of breakout companies. Topics Discussed: How customer-focused decision-making at Robinhood during GameStop contradicted public perception The specific paradox great founders must balance: maniacal focus versus recruiting ability Why venture is simultaneously dealing with fund size chaos and generational leadership transition The decision framework for staying in venture versus returning to operating Why consumer is radically underinvested despite users' demonstrated willingness to pay for "magical" experiences How AI tools create internet-scale behavior change by synthesizing information rather than just accessing it The authentic voice problem in VC personal branding and platform-specific challenges GTM Lessons For B2B Founders: Great founders possess maniacal focus on the right problems, not all problems: Vanessa describes exceptional founders as having an "insatiability" where "they pick the thing and they can focus on the thing and not get distracted by anything else and be maniacal about it." This isn't generic persistence—it's the ability to identify which specific problem deserves obsessive attention while ignoring everything else. Employees often push back ("we have these other fires"), but top founders maintain "one track" focus. The implementation challenge: most founders spread maniacal energy across too many initiatives. The best founders are "obsessive compulsive about how they build" on 1-2 things maximum, then deliberately de-prioritize everything else, even when it feels irresponsible. Incentive structure misalignment creates unwinnable scenarios: During GameStop, Robinhood faced retail traders whose incentives were fundamentally incompatible with traditional market participants. As Vanessa notes, "if your team and your company is bound by a certain set of incentives and you're up against someone with a very different set of incentives, that never really ends well." The Wall Street Bets mantra—"we can stay irrational longer than they can stay solvent"—explicitly weaponized this mismatch. For founders: map not just competitor strategies but their underlying incentive structures. Are they optimizing for growth, profitability, strategic acquirer appeal, or something else? When your incentives conflict with a market participant's (customer, partner, regulator, competitor), you cannot win through superior execution alone—you need structural repositioning. Technical founders who ship faster capture AI-era market position: Vanessa specifically seeks "technical founders with an eye for consumer behavior change" because "speed is really important in this era." This isn't about being first to market—it's about iteration velocity. When foundational models improve every few months and user expectations evolve weekly, the team that can "deliver on it faster than anyone else" compounds advantages. Non-technical founders add product/sales/fundraising cycles between insight and deployment. Technical founders collapse these cycles, testing behavioral hypotheses in days rather than quarters. In markets where "what's possible" changes monthly, this velocity differential determines who owns category definition. Behavior change wedges beat feature superiority: Vanessa looks for founders who understand "how this new technology is changing how people behave and changing what people expect of their tools" and can identify "what need can I fulfill better because I can build this thing that couldn't be built before." The critical insight: users don't adopt based on capability—they adopt when technology enables a behavior they already want but couldn't execute. She emphasizes products that are "radically faster, radically cheaper, radically easier" (not 10% better) and founders who understand "how they'll wedge into behaviors." Implementation framework: don't ask "what can this technology do?" Ask "what behavior is currently blocked by cost/speed/complexity that this technology removes the blocker for?" Category creation happens post-problem-solving, not pre-launch: Discussing Robinhood's positioning, Vanessa reveals how the team "stayed focused" on enabling "people to continue participating in the markets" rather than defending an abstract category. The company focused on structural problems (settlement times, capital requirements) rather than category messaging. For founders: solve the acute problem your customer articulates, even if it seems tactically narrow. Category definition emerges after you've solved related problems for enough customers that the pattern becomes obvious. Premature category creation forces you to defend an abstract positioning rather than deepen specific problem-solving. Personal brand building only works at the intersection of authenticity and utility: Vanessa admits "I can't find my authentic voice on Twitter to save my life" and her successful posts are "when I'm on an airplane and it's delayed by like over an hour and I'm angry." Meanwhile, "video and audio, way more my comfort zone" but requires "discipline that I don't think I yet possess." The lesson for founders: audience building helps ("people then know what you are, what you stand for... it helps establish trust faster, it helps people find you") but forced authenticity backfires. Better to own one channel where your natural communication style works than maintain mediocre presence across all platforms. 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Podcast Episode 261: Search Engines Tailor Results to Individuals—How to Manage It Have you ever searched for your own business, seen yourself at the top of the page, and thought, "I've finally made it!"? The truth might be more personal than you think. In today's digital world, no two users see the same search results. From your GPS coordinates to your past browsing history, search engines like Google and AI models like ChatGPT are building a "For You" experience that makes traditional rank-tracking a thing of the past. In this episode, our Marketing Guides pull back the curtain on personalized search, explaining why you can't trust your own browser and how to build a brand that stays visible across everyone's unique screen. What You'll Get Out of This Episode You will gain a deep understanding of the personalization factors—location, device type, and past behavior—that determine what your customers actually see. You'll move beyond "old school" keyword tracking to a "Search Everywhere Optimization" mindset. Most importantly, you will learn how to unify your brand signals across multiple platforms so that you remain the trusted authority, regardless of how the AI chooses to summarize your business. What You'll Learn The Reality of Personalized Search • The Individual Lens: Why users sitting three blocks apart on different devices will see completely different results for the same query. • The "Nodding Head" Test: Why 70-80% of users are turned off by generic experiences and how to make your brand "resonate" by matching their specific intent and emotion. • The Illusion of Ranking: Why checking your rank on a normal browser is unreliable and how to use tools like Incognito mode or DuckDuckGo for a more "average" view. Managing Your Brand in the AI Era • Zero-Click Reality: How AI overviews are answering informational queries directly on the search page and why brand mentions across the web are now your most valuable asset. • AI Memory & Context Windows: How AI models like ChatGPT learn your preferences over time and how businesses can feed these "neural networks" to increase their "weight" and authority. • Search Everywhere Optimization (SEO): Shifting your strategy to be found on Reddit, Bing, Apple Maps, and niche forums—the places where LLMs go to find facts. Technical and Strategic Foundations • The Power of Thoroughness: Why leaving gaps in your online information allows AI to "hallucinate" or fill in the blanks with incorrect data. • Schema & Structured Data: Using technical markup to help search engines and AI clearly understand your brand "entity". • Internal Alignment: Why your marketing, sales, and customer service teams must provide a unified front to prevent AI from magnifying internal inconsistencies to your customers. Connect with Our Marketing Guides In a world where visibility is fragmenting, you need a strategy that covers all bases. Reach out to our experts to ensure your business is recognized, cited, and chosen: • Ian Cantle – Expert in fractional CMO services and dental/healthcare marketing.     ◦ Outsourced Marketing     ◦ Dental Marketing Heroes • Jeff Stec – Specialist in strategic marketing and tactical AI implementation.     ◦ Tylerica Marketing Systems • Paul Barthel & Ken Tucker – Leaders in local SEO, web design, and comprehensive marketing systems.     ◦ Changescape Web Ready to stop guessing and start growing? Hit that subscribe button and share this episode with a business owner who is tired of chasing "ghost" rankings!

AI is touching every role, every industry, and every level of an organization—but that doesn't mean every project manager needs to become an engineer. In this conversation, Galen Low sits down with AI strategist and engineering leader Kesha Williams to talk about what PMs really need to know to stay relevant in an AI‑infused world.They explore how to lead AI‑related projects without getting lost in the technical weeds, how to confidently translate between business and technical teams, and how to focus on outcomes over hype. With clear examples, sharp insights, and a dash of humor, this episode is packed with guidance for delivery leaders navigating AI today—and preparing for what's next.Resources from this episode:Join the Digital Project Manager CommunitySubscribe to the newsletter to get our latest articles and podcastsConnect with Kesha on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Twitter/XCheck out KeySoft websiteKesha on AI – LinkedIn PageKesha on AI – SubstackEveryday AI Challenge – LinkedIn Learning

The IDW Editors of The Twilight Zone Ellen Boener and Nic Nino talk to me about the new series. It's a great collection of one and done stories that honor the tone and spirit of the iconic show.Technical issues really messed up the majority of the talk.Apologies, the arctic weather has been screwing with my streaming ability

University of Wyoming Throws Coach Paul Barrett joins Airey Bros Radio for a first-ever deep dive with a throws coach — and he delivers a masterclass on NCAA throws development, strength & conditioning, and how to build a quietly dominant program for nearly three decades.Barrett is in his 27th season at Wyoming and has coached 2 NCAA champions, 22 All-Americans, 36 conference champions, and 127 all-conference finishers. We break down his award-winning year (USTFCCCA Mountain Region Men's Assistant Coach of the Year), the rise of NCAA champion Daniel Reynolds, and why Barrett's training approach is the opposite of what most people expect: low volume, high recovery, high results.If you're a throws athlete, football player considering track, a high school coach trying to learn throws, or a recruit looking for a real pathway — this episode is loaded with practical coaching insight and recruiting advice.In this episode:How Paul went from wrestling → sprints/long jump → hammer throwWhy he loves JUCO recruiting (and why NWAC athletes get overlooked)What he looks for in a hammer/weight throw prospectThe training week that helped turn Daniel Reynolds into an NCAA championWhy Olympic lifts matter (and what they actually do in-season)The #1 thing high school throwers must fix on their Instagram recruiting pageWyoming's team culture, academics, facilities, and what surprises recruits mostFollow Coach Barrett: Instagram — @yo_pokes_throwsFueled by: Black Sheep Endurance CoachingValue for Value: Buy us a coffee (link in your ABR bio/show notes)Show Notes + Timestamps: 0:13 – Show open (Howdy & Aloha, value-for-value, Black Sheep Endurance)1:17 – Guest intro: Paul Barrett's résumé + Wyoming throws legacy2:37 – ABR milestone: first throws coach on the show3:18 – Where to find Coach Barrett: IG @yo_pokes_throws3:48 – Throughline: shoutout to Coach Sean McLachlin (NWAC connection)4:26 – Origin story: wrestling → sprinting/long jump → throwing discovery5:51 – Where he grew up: Texas/Kansas/Wyoming/Washington State6:28 – Spokane CC dynasty + NWAC dominance7:42 – JUCO recruiting: why he actively watches NJCAA + NWAC9:39 – Why JUCO athletes often become his hardest workers10:10 – Favorite event: hammer throw (as athlete + coach)11:15 – Hammer recruiting: what to look for if an athlete hasn't thrown hammer12:46 – Getting into coaching + love for strength & conditioning13:44 – Strength → throws transfer: why power matters14:38 – Key lifts: Olympic lifts, squats, core integration15:35 – Coaching progression: straight into S&C + throws roles16:27 – Recruiting battles: football vs track (and why “both” rarely works)18:11 – Why football players should do track (explosiveness + goals)19:29 – 27 years at Wyoming: how his coaching evolved20:13 – What he wants in recruits: work ethic + academics21:04 – Event setup: usually 2 events per athlete (team scoring strategy)21:49 – Geography: why he tends to recruit the West/Mountain/NW22:43 – Recruiting today: athletes DM him on Instagram (huge tool)23:57 – Daniel Reynolds story: seeing raw power → portal → instant potential25:16 – Technical changes + biggest difference: recovery + low-volume plan26:27 – Meaning of the national title (recruiting + recognition)27:06 – Day-in-the-life training: the shockingly short week (recovery focus)29:17 – In-season lifting: hang cleans + front squats + close-grip bench30:35 – Sets/reps: low reps (5–1), maintain power without beating them up31:02 – Daniel's numbers: hang clean 425 + speed/power combo31:52 – Season update: young talent + goals for indoor postseason32:40 – Postseason timeline: conference late Feb/early March, NCAAs mid-March33:39 – Why “less is more” (injury reduction + quality training)35:04 – Advice to HS throwers: build a real recruiting IG + post lifting/throws36:40 – Advice to HS coaches: YouTube + clinics (why throws improved recently)38:02 – Team culture: small town, tight-knit program, family vibe39:22 – Academics: engineering/agriculture + strong athlete academic support41:23 – Wyoming surprise factor: facilities, funding, athlete dining, resources43:01 – Winter reality + altitude: dry cold, longer season, indoor throwing option45:11 – Final Four: coffee order, mindset, music, guilty pleasure50:14 – Outro: upcoming ABR episodes (Nate Shearer + James Overheiser)

The Pure Report welcomes two key members of Pure's Technical specialist team, Principal Technologist Joey Clark and Field Solution Architect Drew Kessel (who covers Cyber Resilience). Our conversation begins with a look at their backgrounds, including their surprising common start in healthcare IT, and the value of professional development, like Pure's EBC speaker training. We quickly pivot to the successes Pure is seeing in the areas of file, object, and unstructured data, driven by innovative products like FlashBlade and FlashArray. The core of our discussion centers on why Pure is successfully tackling the toughest challenges in unstructured data, noting the significant shift to object storage for backup, which provides benefits like immutability via object lock. Joey and Drew highlight how Pure's unique approach—focusing on simplicity and eliminating "tech debt"—is resonating with customers and leading to major business breakthroughs. This success is made stronger by strategic partnerships with data protection leaders like Rubrik, Commvault, and Veeam, creating a connected ecosystem that delivers layered resilience against modern threats. Finally, we explores the powerful narrative of the Enterprise Data Cloud (EDC), with Fusion acting as the intelligent control plane. We discuss how Fusion is the vehicle for EDC, helping customers mitigate risk and human error through automation. This includes using presets to enforce protection policies (like SafeMode snapshots and replication) and delivering audit and compliance alerts when security settings are changed. Drew shares a powerful, real-life customer success story of an 8-hour recovery from a cyber event using Pure snapshots, emphasizing that cyber resilience is a unified team sport that requires both infrastructure and security teams to collaborate. To learn more, visit https://www.purestorage.com/products/storage-as-code/pure-fusion.html Check out the new Pure Storage digital customer community to join the conversation with peers and Pure experts: https://purecommunity.purestorage.com/ 00:00 Intro and Welcome 09:02 File and Object Momentum 16:45 SLA-Backed Cyber Recovery 20:20 Fusion Presets and Cyber 27:33 Cyber and Enterprise Data Cloud 34:06 Bridging Cyber IT to Security Teams and CISOs 38:11 Pure Tech Summit Events 42:11 Hot Takes Segment

Kevin Horner's charts cover the S&P 500 (SPX), Applovin (APP), and Steel Dynamics (STLD). On the SPX, he marks the 6,840 line and the 6,550 line as the index hits a new all-time high today. “Not allowing narrative concerns” to outweigh price action is “really, really hard,” he says, but traders need to do it. Applovin is “digesting” its big 2025 move, which saw returns of over 100%, and there is a “good setup for bulls.” Steel Dynamics has seen its 50-day moving average run up along with the chart, and price now seems to be testing support.======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – / schwabnetwork Follow us on Facebook – / schwabnetwork Follow us on LinkedIn - / schwab-network About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

What if the chocolate industry's reliance on equatorial farms—and the deforestation that comes with it—could be eliminated entirely? Plant cell bioreactors are doing that, producing real cacao without a single tree. But this isn't just about chocolate. It's about fundamentally rethinking how we manufacture food at scale, and the bioprocessing innovations emerging from this shift have implications far beyond the food industry.Steven Lang, Head of R&D at California Cultured, spent two decades mastering mammalian cell culture at biopharma giants like Johnson & Johnson and Genentech. Then he made a radical pivot: applying those same bioprocessing principles to cultivate plant cells for food production. His mission? Prove that cellular agriculture extends far beyond the cultivated meat narrative, and that plant cell manufacturing offers a faster, more economical path to market.At California Cultured, Steven's team is scaling cacao and coffee production using innovative low-cost plastic bioreactors instead of expensive stainless steel vessels. They've engineered plant cell media formulations that operate at a fraction of typical bioprocessing costs. And they're preparing to launch their first commercial product—high-flavanol cocoa powder—in 2026.What you'll discover in this episode:Why cellular agriculture ≠ cultivated meat (07:16) – Steven's frustration with the narrow definition that's holding the industry back, and why plant cell culture deserves equal attentionPlant vs. animal cell culture fundamentals (09:26) – Technical comparison: totipotent plant cells, callus formation, adaptation to suspension culture, and how cacao cell lines are developed from explantsAchieving 30-40% pack cell volume in 7-day batches (11:14) – Process parameters: ambient temperature growth, low pH environments, minimal downstream processing, and maintaining product consistency without genetic modificationThe economics that change everything (14:38) – How plant cell media costs and simple raw material requirements create commodity-scale economicsThe Tesla model for biotech (15:58) – Strategic rationale for launching with premium high-flavanol cocoa powder first, then using that revenue runway to optimize for commodity pricingLow-cost bioreactor innovation (18:23) – Why plastic vessels beat stainless steel, contamination management in low-pH cultures, and scale-out strategy over traditional scale-upDecentralized biomanufacturing (23:10) – Converting underutilized office space into production facilities, onshoring food ingredient production, and what this means for emerging markets and supply chain resilienceThe bigger picture beyond cacao (24:23) – Four approved drugs already produced via plant cell culture, the expanding landscape of ingredients (saffron, ginseng, echinacea), and why stage-appropriate models matter for cellular agriculture's futureThe strategic insight:While the cultivated meat industry struggles with cost structures and consumer acceptance, plant cell manufacturing is quietly proving the business model. The lesson for bioprocessing professionals? Sometimes the fastest path to commercialization isn't the most obvious one, and the innovations happening in food manufacturing today could reshape how we think about bioproduction economics across industries.Here is the previous conversation with Steven Lang:Episodes 55-56: Cultivated Meat: A Promising Future or an Inevitable Bubble? with Steven LangConnect One bad CDMO decision can cost you two years and your Series A. If you're navigating tech transfer, CDMO selection, or IND prep, let's talk before it gets expensive. Two slots open this month.Support the show

In the latest episode of The Science of Personality, Ryne and Blake are joined by Kevin Mitchell, PhD, the Talent and Organizational Development Manager at the MIT Lincoln Laboratory, to talk about developing technical experts into leaders. In theory, any high performer regardless of their area of expertise should at some point be rewarded with a leadership position. But sometimes what makes someone a great software developer or network engineer might not translate to success once they ascend to a managerial role. In this episode, Kevin, who has a wealth of experience in this area, talks about how to successfully develop these high performers into effective and strategic leaders.

The skilled trades are undergoing a shift as experienced workers retire faster than new talent enters the field. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, demand for HVAC technicians is projected to grow 8% by 2034. That's much faster than average — and shows the urgency of attracting and keeping new talent. While technology continues to improve HVAC efficiency, the industry's real strength still lies with its people. To truly build a sustainable future, industry leaders emphasize a people-first approach that values mentorship, technical mastery, and human connection.So, how do leaders in the trades build strong teams in an era of change? And what does it take to mentor the next generation of technicians?This episode of Straight Outta Crumpton, hosted by Greg Crumpton, dives into that very question with Seamus Wharry, President of Art Blake Refrigeration in the Greater Toronto Area. Seamus shares his journey from apprentice to business owner, reflecting on how mentorship and compassion laid the foundation for his company's success. He also explores how technology can support — rather than replace — human connection in the trades.Key Takeaways from the Conversation…Leadership from the Ground Up: Seamus began his career as an apprentice at Art Blake Refrigeration before taking ownership. His story shows how hands-on experience and humility form the backbone of great leadership.The People Factor: Seamus underscores the importance of technical excellence and continuous learning, but both he and Greg agree that HVAC is ultimately a people business built on empathy, communication, and mentorship.Preparing for the Future: They also explore how small, values-driven companies can use innovations like remote monitoring and smarter service models to improve efficiency while maintaining a people-first focus.Seamus Wharry is the President of ABR, a commercial and industrial HVAC company serving the Greater Toronto Area. With more than 26 years in the industry, he began as an apprentice and became a licensed refrigeration mechanic before taking over the business. Seamus is deeply committed to mentorship, leadership development, and creating a people-first company culture grounded in integrity and care.

Send us a textPeaches and Trent break down what's actually changing in Air Force Basic Military Training 3.0—and why most of the outrage is missing the point. From mock airfields, F-16s, and C-130s to Pacer Forge becoming a true crucible, this episode explains why BMT isn't about technical mastery—it's about mindset, teamwork, and connecting Airmen to the mission early. They tackle scale, cost, culture, and why “we never did this before” is the weakest argument in the comments. Less classroom. More context. More stress. More purpose. If you think BMT should stay easy because it always has been, this episode is going to bother you.⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 Ones Ready intro and why BMT 3.0 matters 03:10 From drill pad to airfield explained 05:45 What the mock airfield actually trains 08:40 Technical accuracy vs mindset 12:30 Scale problem: 35K+ Airmen a year 16:00 Pacer Forge as the Air Force crucible 19:30 Why BMT got watered down 23:10 Pendulum swings and MTI constraints 27:00 Soft skills instructors are grading 30:45 “Waste of money” argument destroyed 35:00 Why every Airman needs context 39:30 Culture, identity, and mission connection 44:00 Iteration beats stagnation 48:30 Why change always looks messy 52:30 Momentum vs platitudes 57:00 Fighter jets, pilots, and future warfare 01:02:00 Final thoughts on BMT's direction

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Louise Allen answers your questions about the rewards and challenges of being a foster carer.She also discusses reports that a new government strategy will back a scheme that helps foster carers expand their properties to give more young people a home.GET IN TOUCH* WhatsApp: 0330 123 9480 * Email: radical@bbc.co.ukEpisodes of Radical with Amol Rajan are released every Thursday and you can also watch them on BBC iPlayer: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/m002f1d0/radical-with-amol-rajanAmol Rajan is a presenter of the Today programme on BBC Radio 4. He is also the host of University Challenge on BBC One. Before that, Amol was media editor at the BBC and editor at The Independent.Radical with Amol Rajan is a Today Podcast. It was made by Lewis Vickers with Anna Budd. Digital production was by Gabriel Purcell-Davis. Technical production was by Jonny Hall. The editor is Sam Bonham. The executive producer is Owenna Griffiths.

In this comprehensive session, Favour Obasi-ike, MBA, MS explores the strategic nuances of email marketing. The discussion transcends basic sales tactics, positioning email as a foundational pillar for business documentation, professional credibility, and high-impact communication. Favour emphasizes that while social media platforms often dominate the marketing conversation, email remains a superior channel for conversion and long-term relationship building. The session provides a detailed roadmap for entrepreneurs and developers alike, covering technical infrastructure, audience psychology, and the necessity of intentional engagement.Strategic Insights and Market ComparisonsThe conversation highlights a stark contrast between the ephemeral nature of social media and the enduring impact of email marketing. 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Favour introduces Google Postmaster as an essential tool for monitoring domain health and ensuring that communications are not flagged as spam. The technical setup involves a rigorous configuration of DNS records, including MX, SPF, and DKIM, which serve as the digital credentials for a legitimate sender. Furthermore, the discussion touches upon the physical properties of an email, such as file size and font optimization, which can inadvertently trigger spam filters if not managed correctly.| Technical Component | Purpose | Best Practice || Google Postmaster| Domain Health Monitoring | Regularly check [postmaster.google.com](https://postmaster.google.com). || MX, SPF, DKIM | Authentication & Compliance | Ensure all DNS records are correctly configured. || List Hygiene | Deliverability Maintenance | Clean the list after every campaign to remove bounces. || Email Size| Spam Prevention | Use standard fonts (16px-20px) to keep file sizes low. || Segmentation| Engagement Tracking | Group audiences by behavior or interest for targeted messaging. |Content Strategy and Audience EngagementFavour and his guests, including the developer Ifeanyi, discuss the shift toward more sophisticated, developer-friendly tools like Resend, which allow for scalable, code-driven email templates. The consensus is that modern audiences do not "read" in the traditional sense; instead, they "skim" for value. Consequently, the use of listicles, bullet points, and concise subject lines is paramount.A professional subject line should ideally be limited to three or four words to avoid appearing "junior," while the preview text should be leveraged to provide the necessary context that encourages a click.The session concludes with a call for intentionality in marketing. Favour suggests a "Want vs. Need" framework: use the subject line to address what the audience *wants* (immediate value or curiosity), and use the body of the email to deliver what they *need* (tutorials, case studies, or interactive elements like polls). 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Join us as Sam demonstrates how to teach AI to write Terraform configurations using Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers. Sam introduces the Terraform MCP server and walks through practical demos showing how AI can understand and safely interact with your infrastructure. You'll see live examples of AI planning, generating, and evolving Terraform configurations� from creating landing zones to setting up workspace variables automatically. Whether you're managing complex multi-cloud environments or just getting started with infrastructure as code, this episode demonstrates how MCP servers bridge the gap between AI capabilities and real-world Terraform workflows. Learn how to get started, which Claude models work best for different tasks, and best practices for integrating AI into your IaC pipelines. Timestamps 0:00 Welcome & Introduction 4:37 Sam McGeown's Background 6:02 Introduction to Terraform MCP Server 12:35 What is Model Context Protocol? 18:22 Setting Up the Terraform MCP Server 24:16 Demo: Claude Desktop Integration 30:41 Creating Infrastructure with AI Prompts 36:52 Reading & Analyzing Existing Terraform Code 42:18 Generating Landing Zone Configurations 47:35 Working with Terraform Workspaces 50:37 Creating Variables Automatically 52:14 Model Selection: Sonnet vs Opus 55:11 Live Demo: Workspace Variable Creation 58:33 Getting Started & Resources How to find Sam: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sammcgeown/ Links from the show: https://developer.hashicorp.com/terraform/mcp-server

It's an annual tradition, the AVNation "Best of" Awards, and Chi Hang Lo is up for AV Professional of the Year, along with UCLA's Classroom Modernization Pilot, and HETMA for Best Technical Support! Take a listen as Joe Way sits down with Chi to discuss this honor and why you should #VoteForChi.Joe Way drops a special Friday episode to spotlight the AV Nation Awards (Readers' Choice “Best of 2025”) and rally the higher ed community around three finalists: Chi Hang Lo for AV Professional of the Year, UCLA's Classroom Modernization Pilot for Project of the Year, and HETMA for Best Technical Support. Chi joins to share what the nomination represents, why the UCLA pilot is different, and how the higher ed community lifts each other up through collaboration, shared evaluation, and real-world support. The episode closes with a clear call: go vote, support the people and projects pushing the industry forward, and keep building a better future together.Vote now: https://www.avnation.tv/avnation-best-of-2025-awards/Featured GuestChi Hang Lo — Manager, AV/IT Solutions (UCLA)Leads a team designing and delivering scalable AV + IT solutions that support UCLA's learning environments and broader smart campus vision.What You'll Hear in This Episode1) Why this episode, and why nowA bonus Friday release to interrupt the usual schedule and highlight the AV Nation Awards as a uniquely people-driven recognition.Joe frames Readers' Choice as a rare moment for the industry to advocate for the people, projects, and platforms that matter most to the community.2) The three higher ed finalistsChi Hang Lo — AV Professional of the Year finalistUCLA — Project of the Year finalist for the Classroom Modernization PilotHETMA — Technical Support finalistJoe emphasizes how significant it is to see higher ed represented across multiple major categories in the finals.3) The UCLA Classroom Modernization Pilot: what makes it specialChi explains why the pilot stands out as more than a refresh—it's a different way of thinking:Moving from traditional room-by-room AV to a cloud-first, scalable control approach designed for enterprise scale (think: up to 1,000 spaces).Leveraging web technologies, REST APIs, and integrations to enable flexibility, interoperability, and future growth.Building for adaptability so the system isn't locked to one manufacturer ecosystem—prioritizing integration-first design and long-term scalability.Aiming toward a platform approach: “AV as a platform” that can support more than AV control.4) The “why” behind going cloud-firstJoe asks the question everyone asks: why not just keep doing “simple” AV? Chi's answer points to:Preparing the team—and the campus—for the future skill sets needed in modern learning environments.Meeting expanding demands: conferencing, capture, collaboration, active learning, and rapid shifts in pedagogy.Treating AV as part of a broader AV/IT solutions ecosystem, not a standalone technical island.5) Smart campus, not just AVThe conversation expands into the broader vision:AV systems already contain meaningful data (occupancy, environmental signals, usage patterns)—the opportunity is connecting it to the rest of campus.Collaboration across departments (facilities, security, events, transportation, IT, and more) becomes possible when you build a platform that can integrate.Chi shares work toward data aggregation and dashboards, including collaboration with a Data Lake approach to create better operational insight and decision-making.6) The team behind the pilotChi introduces the core members of his team and their contributions:Project coordination and process leadership (including agile/scrum-style development support)Technical design and 2D/3D modeling workflows, standards-based design language for facilities alignmentSoftware/automation engineering, signal distribution/recording, and architecture to connect devices to the cloudPartnerships with manufacturers to improve firmware/APIs and enable deeper integration at scaleJoe underscores how innovation required close collaboration between UCLA, solution providers, and manufacturers—engineering alongside engineering.7) Career growth: from technical expert to leaderJoe shifts the conversation to professional development: what changes when you move from “doing” to “leading.”Chi shares leadership themes that have guided him:Staying humble, collaborative, and relationship-drivenBalancing strong technical conviction with empathy and communicationCreating opportunities for the next generation by helping people navigate common roadblocks (communication, attitude, relationship dynamics)Treating the industry like a community—because you'll keep working with the same people for years8) The HETMA community impactChi shares how community support—especially collaborative technology evaluation and shared learning—helps smaller institutions gain access, influence, and manufacturer attention they might not get alone. Joe reinforces the higher ed ethos: we're collaborators, not competitors.Memorable Moments / Quotes (paraphrased)The awards matter because the people choose—it's advocacy, not just adjudication.The pilot isn't just “AV”—it's building infrastructure for a smart campus platform.The real work is turning AV data into insight and integration that improves the campus experience.Calls to ActionVote for Chi Hang Lo — AV Professional of the YearVote for UCLA's Classroom Modernization Pilot — Project of the YearVote for HETMA — Technical SupportAnd vote for the products, people, and projects you believe represent the best of 2025.Vote now: https://www.avnation.tv/avnation-best-of-2025-awards/Connect with Chi Hang Lo: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chihanglo/

Episode 156 of the Award Travel 101 podcast opens with Cameron Laufer and Mike Zaccheo discussing a strange and unsettling incident shared in the Award Travel 101 Facebook group, where a traveler appeared to be panhandled inside DFW airport using a dubious story involving an “emergency passport.” The hosts agree the situation didn't add up and use it as a springboard to talk about staying alert in airports. They then move into news and updates, covering several current travel and credit card developments, including a new Hyatt welcome offer with five free nights, an enhanced Capital One Venture bonus, American Airlines elite status buy-up offers, Alaska Airlines' “Ski Free” promotion, and news of a proposed Sun Country–Allegiant merger. Both hosts also share recent personal card approvals, retention offers, and trip updates, highlighting how points and miles were used for travel to New York, Key West, Europe, Mexico, and Park City.The main topic of the episode is a deep dive into the controversial rollout of “Bilt 2.0,” including new card tiers (Blue, Obsidian, and Palladium), the introduction of “Bilt Cash,” and major changes to how rent and mortgage payments earn points. Mike and Cameron break down the math behind the new earning options, explaining how cardholders now need significant non-bonus spend to earn rent or mortgage points fee-free, which sparked backlash from users who felt the program's core promise had shifted. They discuss why the rollout caused a firestorm—citing complexity, perceived deception, and new earning restrictions—while also acknowledging positives like welcome bonuses, mortgage eligibility, higher potential earn rates, and strong transfer partners such as Hyatt.In closing, the hosts offer balanced perspectives on who the revamped Bilt program may or may not be for. Cameron views it as potentially attractive for non-renters seeking strong transfer partners and solid earn rates on everyday spend, while Mike urges listeners to focus on opportunity cost and not get swept up in hype without doing the math. The episode wraps with a practical “tip of the week,” advising travelers to be proactive and push for better hotel accommodations when airlines strand them overnight due to delays or missed connections.Episode Links:Hyatt 5 Night OfferCapital One Venture OfferAmerican Status Buy up OffersFly Alaska Ski FreeSun County/ Allegiant MergerBilt 2.0 DetailsWhere to Find Us The Award Travel 101 Facebook Community. To book time with our team, check out Award Travel 1-on-1. You can also email us at 101@award.travel Buy your Award Travel 101 Merch here Reserve tickets to our Spring 2026 Meetup in Phoenix now. award.travel/phx2026 Our partner CardPointers helps us get the most from our cards. Signup today at https://cardpointers.com/at101 for a 30% discount on annual and lifetime subscriptions! Lastly, we appreciate your support of the AT101 Podcast/Community when you signup for your next card! Technical note: Some user experience difficulty streaming the podcast while connected to a VPN. If you have difficulty, disconnect from your VPN.

00:01 – Cold open, welcome back, Season 7 kickoff, and server shout-outs 06:45 – Technical chaos, camera setup banter, and live-stream realities 13:30 – Sponsor spots, giveaways, and community appreciation 20:05 – Cheesecake giveaways, shipping stories, and community reactions 27:10 – Arc timing clarification and “final weekend” discussion 33:00 – Starfleet Academy talk, Trek fandom reactions, and internet discourse 39:20 – Transition to STFC focus and interim schedule discussion 46:10 – January progress check: what players focused on this arc 52:40 – Prep mindset for Galactic Rush and future content pacing 01:00:30 – How January choices impact February efficiency 01:07:45 – Spending styles: whales vs grinders vs planners 01:15:20 – Community goal-setting across ops levels 01:23:10 – What “finishing a loop” really means in modern STFC 01:31:40 – Alliance tournaments, repair tokens, and resource drains 01:39:15 – Player burnout, pacing issues, and expectation management 01:47:05 – Interim events as a strategic reset window 01:55:30 – Trust, communication, and Scopely's recent improvements 02:03:50 – Community feedback, long-term planning, and realism checks 02:12:40 – Final thoughts on preparation, flexibility, and adaptation 02:21:10 – Wrap-up, reminders, shout-outs, and sign-off

Join us as Gautam breaks down the evolution of tool use in generative AI and dives deep into MCP. Gautam walks through the progression from simple prompt engineering to function calling, structured outputs, and now MCP—explaining why MCP matters and how it's changing the way AI systems interact with external tools and data. You'll learn about the differences between MCP and traditional API integrations, how to build your first MCP server, best practices for implementation, and where the ecosystem is heading. Whether you're building AI-powered applications, integrating AI into your infrastructure workflows, or just trying to keep up with the latest developments, this episode provides the practical knowledge you need. Gautam also shares real-world examples and discusses the competitive landscape between various AI workflow approaches. Subscribe to vBrownBag for weekly tech education covering AI, cloud, DevOps, and more! ⸻ Timestamps 0:00 Introduction & Welcome 7:28 Gautam's Background & Journey to AI Product Management 12:45 The Evolution of Tool Use in AI 18:32 What is Model Context Protocol (MCP)? 24:16 MCP vs Traditional API Integrations 30:41 Building Your First MCP Server 36:52 MCP Server Discovery & Architecture 42:18 Real-World Use Cases & Examples 47:35 Best Practices & Implementation Tips 51:12 The Competitive Landscape: Skills, Extensions, & More 52:14 Q&A: AI Agents & Infrastructure Predictions 55:09 Closing & Giveaway How to find Gautam: https://gautambaghel.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/gautambaghel/ Links from the show: https://www.hashicorp.com/en/blog/build-secure-ai-driven-workflows-with-new-terraform-and-vault-mcp-servers Presentation from HashiConf: https://youtu.be/eamE18_WrW0?si=9AJ9HUBOy7-HlQOK Kiro Powers: https://www.hashicorp.com/en/blog/hashicorp-is-a-kiro-powers-launch-partner Slides: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/11dZZUO2w7ObjwYtf1At4WnL-ZPW1QyaWnNjzSQKQEe0/edit?usp=sharing

BlackRock fixed income chief Rick Rieder's star is rising as a potential Federal Reserve chair following flattering remarks Wednesday from President Donald Trump.~This episode is sponsored by Uphold~Uphold Get $20 in Bitcoin - Signup & Verify and trade at least $100 of any crypto within your first 30 days ➜ https://bit.ly/pbnupholdGuest: Evan AldoEvan Aldo Youtube Channel ➜ https://bit.ly/EvanAldo20% off Evan Aldo Course ➜ https://bit.ly/EvanCourse ➜  Use code "paulbarron"00:00 Intro00:10 Sponsor: Uphold01:00 CZ: 2026 will be a supercycle for BTC03:00 Bitcoin analysis05:50 Gold and Silver analysis08:10 Rotation soon?09:30 Tom Lee: Why does this dip matter?11:00 TACO pt.2?12:00 Rick Rieder as Fed Chair?16:50 Larry Fink: There is no bubble18:20 Ethereum analysis20:00 ETH or BTC end of year?21:00 XRP analysis23:50 BMNR analysis27:00 Outro#crypto #bitcoin #ethereum~BlackRock as Fed Chair?

It's a slightly bulging at the seams episode this week, folks, with the Pick Five format yielding lots of talk, some of it slightly contentious. The concept has us choosing records we feel to be emblematic of the labels that released them, with the Senior Staff careening back and forth through history and across genres.

How can we truly trust technology in a world powered by AI and emerging tech? What exactly is medical identity theft, and why should we all be worried about it? And how is the Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI) helping make AI more responsible and fairer?In this episode, Punit Bhatia sits down with Pam Dixon, founder and executive director of the World Privacy Forum, to talk about how we can build trust and protect our privacy in a rapidly changing digital world. They dive into real issues like data misuse, identity theft, and the global efforts shaping stronger privacy and governance standards.

The Jan. 22 AICPA Town Hall includes a discussion around digital asset reporting, including key compliance obligations, data collection challenges and the need for accurate basis tracking. Plus, you'll hear a conversation around AI models and predictions, along with the latest DC and technical updates you need to know. Topics include: Digital asset reporting DC update Latest technical guidance AI models and predictions for 2026 Speakers:  Erik Asgeirsson, President & CEO, CPA.com Mark Peterson, EVP, Advocacy, AICPA Melanie Lauridsen, VP, Tax Policy & Advocacy, AICPA  Lisa Simpson, VP, Firm Services, AICPA April Walker, Lead Manager, Tax Practice & Ethics - Tax Section, AICPA Nik Fahrer, Blockchain & Digital Assets Practice Leader, Forvis Mazars Jeff Seibert, Founder & CEO, Digits

Jonny Goulden, Anezka Christovova and Ben Ramsey discuss the latest market developments and their impacts for the EM fixed income asset class. This podcast was recorded on 22 January 2026 © 2026 JPMorgan Chase & Co. All rights reserved. This material or any portion hereof may not be reprinted, sold or redistributed without the written consent of J.P. Morgan. It is strictly prohibited to use or share without prior written consent from J.P. Morgan any research material received from J.P. Morgan or an authorized third-party (“J.P. Morgan Data”) in any third-party artificial intelligence (“AI”) systems or models when such J.P. Morgan Data is accessible by a third-party.

Join our current events support zoomcast show hosted by Jan Landy and his knowledgeable affable panel of friends and colleagues for an entertaining robust discussion offering opinions on anything related to a working professional life in general.Our ZoomCast isn't just a fountain of knowledge; it's also a opportunity to laugh. Think of it as therapy, but with more jokes and fewer couches. Join us and share your thoughts. Stay updated on life and world events, and enjoy multiple good chuckles along the way.

Robert Blumofe: a CTO on Technical InfluenceCTO Robert Blumofe oversees areas like edge computing, zero trust, 5G, and IoT, while working closely with customers and internal leaders on digital transformation. In this conversation, we will explore how technical professionals can better communicate with nontechnical audiences, why technical excellence alone is not enough to influence outcomes, and what organizations can do to close that gap.To learn more about Robert, visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-blumofe-258233/.__TEACH THE GEEK (http://teachthegeek.com) Prefer video? Visit http://youtube.teachthegeek.comGet Public Speaking Tips for STEM Professionals at http://teachthegeek.com/tips

Are you ready to take your podcast from a passion project to a monetization-based international business advertising/marketing tool? In this comprehensive episode, host Favour Obasi-ike, MBA, MS delivers an in-depth masterclass on leveraging podcast SEO and monetization strategies for international business growth. This session is the final installment in a series focused on helping podcasters and business owners build sustainable, globally-reaching content strategies.Favour explores the critical intersection of podcasting, search engine optimization, and international business development. The episode covers essential topics including multilingual content localization, performance benchmarks, download metrics, and how to position podcasts for passive monetization through advertising networks.Key highlights include real-world success stories from clients who have transformed their podcasts into powerful SEO assets, including a case study of turning 50 podcast episodes into 50 optimized blog posts that now rank on Google's AI-powered search results. Favour also demonstrates how his own podcast appears in Google's featured snippets and AI mode results, providing concrete proof of the strategies discussed.The episode features interactive discussions with community members Juliana, Celeste, and others who share their own experiences with SEO implementation, AI optimization (AIO), and the tangible business results they've achieved. 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05:55) 00:00 - 00:13: Episode title: "Podcast SEO Monetization for International Businesses". 00:13 - 00:45: Welcome and call to subscribe to We Don't Play Podcast. 00:45 - 01:27: Overview: International business connections through podcasting. 01:27 - 02:31: Performance benchmarks: Downloads vs. unique listeners, measuring success. 02:31 - 03:33: Building sustainable growth and niche dominance. 03:33 - 04:48: Multilingual content and localization strategies. 04:48 - 05:55: International perspective: Moving beyond regional thinking.International SEO Strategy (05:55 - 10:03) 05:55 - 06:58: Analytics insights: Tracking international audience growth. 06:58 - 08:04: Case study introduction: Client success with emotional coaching podcast. 08:04 - 09:09: Turning 50 podcast episodes into 50 SEO-optimized blogs. 09:09 - 10:03: Podcast-to-blog strategy and long-term asset building.Content Conversion & Client Success Stories (10:03 - 15:00) 10:03 - 11:00: Amazon book-to-podcast conversion strategy. 11:00 - 12:00: Passive vs. active content consumption patterns. 12:00 - 13:00: Multi-platform distribution: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube. 13:00 - 14:00: Clubhouse as a content creation and community building platform. 14:00 - 15:00: Real-time engagement and relationship building.Technical SEO Implementation (15:00 - 20:00) 15:00 - 16:00: Search engine algorithms and content discoverability. 16:00 - 17:00: Metadata optimization for podcasts. 17:00 - 18:00: Location-specific SEO strategies. 18:00 - 19:00: Building booking systems and conversion pathways. 19:00 - 20:00: Creating "red carpet" experiences for potential clients.Monetization Strategies (20:00 - 25:00) 20:00 - 21:00: Advertising network requirements and download thresholds. 21:00 - 22:00: Passive income through podcast monetization. 22:00 - 23:00: Building credibility through consistent content. 23:00 - 24:00: Long-term revenue stream development. 24:00 - 25:00: International market opportunities.Community Engagement & Live Discussion (25:00 - 30:00) 25:00 - 26:22: Community building on Clubhouse since 2020. 26:22 - 27:40: Prayer and intentionality in content creation. 27:40 - 28:40: Daily room commitment and audience engagement. 28:40 - 29:19: Juliana's Success Story: Landing a major CPA client through Google Gemini. 29:19 - 30:00: AI Optimization (AIO) and its importance.AI-Powered Search Results (30:00 - 35:00) 30:00 - 31:11: SEO as a long-term investment: Results from work done 3 years ago. 31:11 - 32:30: Live Demonstration: Host's podcast appearing in Google AI mode with timestamp references. 32:30 - 33:50: Dual focus: Local search dominance + global revenue streams. 33:50 - 34:30: International markets and currency considerations (Shopify example). 34:30 - 35:00: Technical factors: IP address, API, LLM, search history.Actionable Strategies & Takeaways (35:00 - 39:07) 35:00 - 35:50: Being intentional about topics of interest. 35:50 - 36:20: Importance of independent research and validation. 36:20 - 37:18: Celeste's Reflection: Community value and 2026 goals. 37:18 - 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In Episode 309 of The Business Development Podcast, Kelly Kennedy sits down with fellow Rockstar Raphael Cervan, a longtime listener from France whose journey is anything but ordinary. Born in Brazil and now based in France, Raphael spent nearly two decades as an aeronautical engineer at Airbus, working on landmark programs like the A380 and A320 while leading global teams at the highest level of technical excellence. But as his career advanced and he became a father, Raphael began asking deeper questions about responsibility, values, and the kind of world he was helping to build. That reflection ultimately led him to walk away from a prestigious leadership role in aerospace to pursue something more meaningful.This conversation goes far beyond career moves. Raphael shares how discovering The Business Development Podcast helped him transition from engineer to entrepreneur, reframing business development as a human, values-driven discipline rather than a transactional one. He opens up about founding Sunbiose, a company focused on decentralized, community-owned renewable energy systems designed to strengthen local economies, democracy, and social connection. This episode is a powerful exploration of legacy, courage, and what it really means to use your skills in service of something bigger than yourself, and it's a reminder that business development done right can genuinely change lives.Key Takeaways:1. Career success means very little if it conflicts with your values, and clarity often comes when you ask what your children or future self will think of the choices you made.2. Becoming a parent has a way of sharpening perspective and forcing honest questions about responsibility, impact, and legacy.3. Technical excellence is powerful, but it becomes transformative when it's applied to solving human and societal problems, not just optimizing systems.4. Walking away from a prestigious role is not failure when it's done intentionally in pursuit of deeper purpose and alignment.5. Business development is not manipulation or pressure, it is a human process of understanding problems and offering real solutions.6. Engineers and technical leaders can succeed in business when they reframe selling as service rather than persuasion.7. Entrepreneurship is less about the destination and more about the growth, self-knowledge, and responsibility developed along the way.8. Systems matter, whether in aviation, energy, or business, and poorly designed systems create risks that values-based leadership must address.9. Decentralization and community ownership can create not only economic value but stronger social bonds and shared accountability.10. Legacy is built through action, not intention, and doing nothing is often the most dangerous decision of all.Get in touch with RaphaelIf this episode resonated and you're exploring opportunities in decentralized energy, sustainability, or impact-driven entrepreneurship, Raphael is actively open to conversations. He is currently seeking strategic partners and aligned investors who share a long-term vision for community-owned, decentralized energy systems.If you're interested in collaborating, partnering, or learning more about the Sunbiose model, Raphael welcomes thoughtful outreach.Email: raphael@sunbiose.fr LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raphaelcervan/2026 Title Sponsor

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In this conversation, the hosts discuss the innovative game Ascent Rivals, a fusion of racing, combat, and strategy, developed with a focus on traditional gaming experiences. The developers share their backgrounds in game development and esports, emphasising community engagement and organic growth during the alpha phase. They explore funding strategies, integrating Web3 elements, and the technical aspects of building on the Cardano blockchain, aiming to create a game that appeals to both traditional and Web3 gamers.TakeawaysAscent Rivals is a fusion game combining racing, combat, and strategy.The development team has a strong background in traditional gaming and esports.Community engagement is crucial for game development in the Web3 space.The game aims to attract traditional gamers rather than just Web3 enthusiasts.Funding comes from grants, consulting work, and self-funding.The team is focused on organic growth and community feedback during alpha testing.Web3 elements will be integrated seamlessly to enhance the player experience.The game is designed to be fun and engaging without relying on crypto incentives.Technical advancements are leveraged to achieve ambitious goals with a small team.The vision includes making Ascent Rivals a recognised esports title.Learn more about the game and join the community:https://www.ascentrivals.com/Chapters00:00Introduction to Ascent Rivals02:47Game Development Background and Vision05:58Community Engagement and Feedback08:49Funding and Development Strategy12:05Web3 Integration and Onboarding14:56Technical Aspects and Future PlansDISCLAIMER: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and is not financial, investment, or legal advice. I am not affiliated with, nor compensated by, the project discussed—no tokens, payments, or incentives received. I do not hold a stake in the project, including private or future allocations. All views are my own, based on public information. Always do your own research and consult a licensed advisor before investing. Crypto investments carry high risk, and past performance is no guarantee of future results. I am not responsible for any decisions you make based on this content.

2025 was, undoubtedly, the year of AI. In the first episode of 2026 Beezer Clarkson, Partner at Sapphire Partners, and Nick Chirls, Partner at Asylum Ventures revisit some of their favorite moments from the year before to see what the top voices in VC saw as emerging AI trendlines and how the venture ecosystem and global markets might respond next. In this episode we'll hear from – among others – Sarah Tavel of Benchmark about what it means to be truly AI native, Sunil Dhaliwal & Mike Dauber of Amplify about finding technical VCs in the age of AI, and Micah Rosenbloom of Founder Collective on how early stage venture often misses major trends like AI until it's too late.Learn more about Sapphire Partners: sapphireventures.com/sapphire-partnersLearn more about OpenLP: openlp.vcLearn more about Asylum Ventures: asylum.vcLearn more about Benchmark: benchmark.comLearn more about Amplify: amplifypartners.comLearn more about Founder Collective: foundercollective.comLearn more about Curie.Bio: curie.bioRead Sarah's Substack Posts: sarahtavel.comCHAPTERS:0:00 Welcome to Origins3:36 Being AI Native with Sarah Tavel10:36 Finding Technical Founders with Mike Dauber & Sunil Dhaliwal14:31 Early Stage Founders Are 7 Years Too Late with Micah Rosenbloom23:04 What AI CAN'T Do with Zach Weinberg28:37-Technical vs. Product Genius with Sarah Tavel38:49 Nick & Beezer's AI Trends to Watch In 2026For a monthly roundup of the latest venture insights, including the newest Origins episodes, subscribe to the OpenLP newsletter – delivered straight to your inbox: subscribe.openlp.vcOrigins is produced by Sapphire Ventures in partnership with⁠ Pod People.Nothing presented herein is intended to constitute investment advice, and under no circumstances should any information provided herein be used or considered as an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy an interest in any investment fund managed by Sapphire Ventures, LLC (“Sapphire”). Any offer or solicitation of securities by Sapphire may only be made in accordance with the current offering documents for a managed Fund in which Sapphire is an advisor. Additionally, Sapphire does not solicit or make its services available to the public; such offerings may only be provided to accredited investors and qualified purchasers defined within the Securities Act of 1933 and the Investment Company Act of 1940. Information provided reflects Sapphire Ventures' views as of a particular time. Such views are subject to change at any point and Sapphire Ventures shall not be obligated to provide notice of any change. Due to various risks and uncertainties, actual events, results or the actual experience may differ materially from those reflected or contemplated in these statements. While Sapphire Ventures has used reasonable efforts to obtain information from reliable sources, Sapphire makes no representations or warranties as to the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of third party information presented herein. Nothing presented herein may be relied upon as a guarantee or assurance as to the future success of any particular investment opportunity or strategy. Past performance is not indicative of future results.

The SPX is trading just below its 50-day SMA, a level Kevin Green says is one which historically catches a bid. If it doesn't, he tells investors to brace for sharp downside action. Tech isn't helping as the sectors trades in bear market territory. However, KG notes a technical breakout happening in gold as investors big and small seek alternatives to stocks and treasuries. He also talks about the sell-off in Netflix (NFLX) after earnings. ======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – / schwabnetwork Follow us on Facebook – / schwabnetwork Follow us on LinkedIn - / schwab-network About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: Listener Tom says, I'm a software developer with six years experience, mostly at small startups with engineering teams anywhere between 2 and 10 developers. Because these startups have been small, most of the interviews were really casual. I'd speak to either the CEO, or CTO about my past experience, and we would talk about the direction the company was heading, and whether I'd be interested in joining. They felt less like interviews, and more like free-flowing conversations. I'm now back on the market, and I'm looking at larger, more established tech companies. I can get past the tech interviews just fine, but I'm struggling with the soft-skills interviews. Compared to what I'm used to they're a lot more structured and it feels like they're looking for answers that fit a certain criteria and format. What advice would you give to someone used to interviewing at small startups, but now interviewing at larger companies? I took an unpaid full stack internship role at a new non-profit, and it turned out to be a team completely made of other interns. There isn't a single experienced engineer on the team. I have gone way deeper than originally intended and am now functionally a founding engineer where the founder pretends I'm a lead engineer and calls me an intern. The founder is also hellbent on having the highest development velocity, and sometimes will contribute their own AI-generated code, often bypassing the review process especially for things I'm not comfortable signing off on like an AI-generated TOS and user agreement. I recently learned that the founder is not viewed highly in their local area after a scandal where they were accused of scamming a large sum of money, which is likely why they are doing their free community projects they started now in order to save face. This has backfired, and now people are calling their projects “AI generated schemes” despite the services being completely free. I'm not sure if I should continue contributing to these projects anymore. Since the founder rushes things to get done, walks through legal areas with their AI “lawyer,” and has a bad image, I'm worried about whether my resume will be taken seriously by potential future employers. Should I continue working for this person or is the experience not worth it?

An exciting, new 2-row winter variety coming out of Virginia Tech, the advantages winter barley brings to growers, maltsters, and brewers, the challenges ahead, and how you can get involved. Special Guests: Ashley McFarland, Nicholas Santantonio, Trey Hill, and Zach Gaines.

Zevi Arnovitz is a product manager at Meta with no technical background who has figured out how to build and ship real products using AI. His engineering team at Meta asks him to teach them how he does what he does. In this episode, Zevi breaks down his complete AI workflow that allows non-technical people to build sophisticated products with Cursor.We discuss:1. The complete AI workflow that lets non-technical people build real products in Cursor2. How to use multiple AI models for different tasks (Claude for planning, Gemini for UI)3. Using slash commands to automate prompts4. Zevi's “peer review” technique, which uses different AI models to review each other's code5. Why this might be the best time to be a junior in tech, despite the challenging job market6. How Zevi used AI to prepare for his Meta PM interviews—Brought to you by:10Web—Vibe coding platform as an APIDX—The developer intelligence platform designed by leading researchersFramer—Build better websites faster—Episode transcript: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/the-non-technical-pms-guide-to-building-with-cursor—Archive of all Lenny's Podcast transcripts:https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/yxi4s2w998p1gvtpu4193/AMdNPR8AOw0lMklwtnC0TrQ?rlkey=j06x0nipoti519e0xgm23zsn9&st=ahz0fj11&dl=0—Where to find Zevi Arnovitz• X: https://x.com/ArnovitzZevi• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zev-arnovitz• Website: https://zeviarnovitz.com—Where to find Lenny:• Newsletter: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com• X: https://twitter.com/lennysan• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lennyrachitsky/—In this episode, we cover:(00:00) Introduction to Zevi Arnovitz(04:48) Zevi's background and journey into AI(07:41) Overview of Zevi's AI workflow(14:41) Screenshare: Exploring Zevi's workflow in detail(17:18) Building a feature live: StudyMate app(30:52) Executing the plan with Cursor(38:32) Using multiple AI models for code review(40:40) Personifying AI models(43:37) Peer review process(45:40) The importance of postmortems(51:05) Integrating AI in large companies(53:42) How AI has impacted the PM role(57:02) How to improve AI outputs(58:15) AI-assisted job interviews(01:02:57) Failure corner(01:06:20) Lightning round and final thoughts—Referenced:• Becoming a super IC: Lessons from 12 years as a PM individual contributor | Tal Raviv (Product Lead at Riverside): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/the-super-ic-pm-tal-raviv• Wix: https://www.wix.com• Building AI Apps: From Idea to Viral in 30 Days: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j2w4y7pDi8w• Riley Brown on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMcoud_ZW7cfxeIugBflSBw• Greg Isenberg on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GregIsenberg• Bolt: https://bolt.new• Inside Bolt: From near-death to ~$40m ARR in 5 months—one of the fastest-growing products in history | Eric Simons (founder and CEO of StackBlitz): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/inside-bolt-eric-simons• Lovable: https://lovable.dev• Building Lovable: $10M ARR in 60 days with 15 people | Anton Osika (co-founder and CEO): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/building-lovable-anton-osika• StudyMate: https://studymate.live• Dibur2text: https://dibur2text.app• Claude: https://claude.ai• Everyone should be using Claude Code more: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/everyone-should-be-using-claude-code• Bun: https://bun.com• Zustand: https://zustand.docs.pmnd.rs/getting-started/introduction• Cursor: https://cursor.com• The rise of Cursor: The $300M ARR AI tool that engineers can't stop using | Michael Truell (co-founder and CEO): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/the-rise-of-cursor-michael-truell• Wispr Flow: https://wisprflow.ai• Linear: https://linear.app• Linear's secret to building beloved B2B products | Nan Yu (Head of Product): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/linears-secret-to-building-beloved-b2b-products-nan-yu• Cursor Composer: https://cursor.com/blog/composer• Replit: https://replit.com• Behind the product: Replit | Amjad Masad (co-founder and CEO): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/behind-the-product-replit-amjad-masad• Base44: https://base44.com• Solo founder, $80M exit, 6 months: The Base44 bootstrapped startup success story | Maor Shlomo: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/the-base44-bootstrapped-startup-success-story-maor-shlomo• v0: https://v0.app• Everyone's an engineer now: Inside v0's mission to create a hundred million builders | Guillermo Rauch (founder & CEO of Vercel, creators of v0 and Next.js): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/everyones-an-engineer-now-guillermo-rauch• Cursor Browser mode: https://cursor.com/docs/agent/browser• Google Antigravity: https://antigravity.google• Grok: https://grok.com• Zapier: https://zapier.com• Airtable: https://www.airtable.com• Build Your Personal PM Productivity System & AI Copilot: https://maven.com/tal-raviv/product-manager-productivity-system• The definitive guide to mastering analytical thinking interviews: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/the-definitive-guide-to-mastering-f81• AI tools are overdelivering: results from our large-scale AI productivity survey: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/ai-tools-are-overdelivering-results-c08• Yaara Asaf on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yaarasaf• The Pitt on Prime Video: https://www.amazon.com/The-Pitt-Season-1/dp/B0DNRR8QWD• Severance on AppleTV+: https://tv.apple.com/us/show/severance/umc.cmc.1srk2goyh2q2zdxcx605w8vtx• Loom: https://www.loom.com• Cap: https://cap.so• Supercut: https://supercut.ai...References continued at: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/the-non-technical-pms-guide-to-building-with-cursor—Recommended books:• The Fountainhead: https://www.amazon.com/Fountainhead-Ayn-Rand/dp/0451191153• Shoe Dog: A Memoir by the Creator of Nike: https://www.amazon.com/Shoe-Dog-Memoir-Creator-Nike/dp/1501135910• Mindset: The New Psychology of Success: https://www.amazon.com/Mindset-Psychology-Carol-S-Dweck/dp/0345472322—Production and marketing by https://penname.co/. For inquiries about sponsoring the podcast, email podcast@lennyrachitsky.com.—Lenny may be an investor in the companies discussed. To hear more, visit www.lennysnewsletter.com