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Welcome to our Andor podcast, The K-2S SHOW!! This is a spoiler discussion all about Andor Season 2 Episodes 10-12! There is a lot to cover so we brought back a friend. Making his triumphant return to TRB is James Baney!!! We have an in-depth discussion as we journey through episodes 10-12 (BBY 1). We also rate the episodes on our K2 scale, highest rated Disney Plus Star Wars episodes! We also reveal our favorite moments, and feature your comments from the chat, as well as your submitted favorite moments from all of ANDOR! Thank you for listening to our Andor podcast The K-2S Show! We will be back next week with more Star Wars talk on The Resistance Broadcast, including a recap of our trip to Lucasfilm and Skywalker Ranch! Subscribe free to the show on your favorite podcast app and our channel youtube.com/@trbpodcasts! Welcome to the Resistance!

Join us as we run through fun tips, tricks, and other helpful advice on how to have the best Star Wars Celebration experience possible! We also do a Celebration exclusive edition of Will of the Force, we want to hear your answers to these questions submitted by members of the Resistance Base! We also reveal our Celebration SWAG we'll be giving away in Japan, we hope to see you there! Wear your TRB gear and please say hello if you see us! We will do a separate short on Tales of the Underworld on our YouTube channel! Please checkout our new site trbpodcasts.com for easy access to our podcasts and our brand new merch shop! If you like having a good time talking Star Wars, you've found a great spot! Join the Resistance, and be sure to join us live starting April 23 for the K-2S Show covering ANDOR season 2!

We are joined by a special guest, Star Wars: Skeleton Crew composer Mick Giacchino! We talk all about the music of the series, the process of creating scores for TV and film, and more! He learns about our term “Giacchinoing” and we learn what type of character he would want to cameo as in Star Wars! Like our chat with Skeleton Crew creator Christopher Ford, this felt like talking to an old friend. He shared so many great stories and bits of info about Skeleton Crew, a loaded conversation that we hope you enjoy! We even talk about THE PENGUIN a little! Subscribe free to TRB on your favorite podcast app so you don't miss a show! And please checkout our new site trbpodcasts.com for easy access to our podcasts and our brand new merch shop! If you like having a good time talking Star Wars, you've found a great spot! Join the Resistance!

On this week's episode of The Rebooting Show, I was joined by Alex Kantrowitz, who writes the Big Technology newsletter and hosts a podcast of the same name, in order to discuss the year ahead in tech platforms. We covered a lot of ground, including:The slightly unseemly kowtowing to the incoming Trump administrationOpenAI's wonky economicsAlex's bet on AI “companions”Why X has proved doomsayers wrongThe bright spot of individual creators amid a lot of media industry gloomCheck out the Big Technology newsletter and podcast. Learn more about TRB partner EX.CO's expansion of its award-winning ad server to upgrade programmatic auctions in CTV and digital-out-of-home environments.

Transport Topics is the news leader in trucking and freight transportation. Today's briefing covers NTSB's first probe of an accident involving an electric truck, dockworker labor talks resuming Tuesday and what's in store at TRB's annual conference. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In 2021, the U.S. Congress directed the Secretary of Transportation to enter into an agreement with the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine – Transportation Research Board (TRB) “to conduct a study on the operation of freight trains that are longer than 7,500 feet.” Railway Age reported on the 105-page study, “Long Freight Trains: Ensuring Safe Operations, Mitigating Adverse Impacts – TRB Special Report 353.” Sponsored by the Federal Railroad Administration, the TRB convened a 12-member committee “with experience in freight and passenger railroad operations, state rail transportation, national rail safety oversight, and freight and passenger rail research” that met 16 times (six in person) to examine impacts of long trains and invited presentations from individuals and organizations. Meetings focused on railroad technology and highway-rail grade crossings. This Rail Group On Air podcast features six of those members and TRB Senior Program Officer and Study Director, Consensus and Advisory Studies David O. Willauer, who coordinated their participation: • Debra L. Miller (Chair), Former Secretary, Kansas Department of Transportation and former Surface Transportation Board Vice Chair. • Gary F. Knudsen, Locomotive Engineer, BNSF Railway (retired). • Allan Rutter, Freight Analysis Program Manager, Texas A&M Transportation Institute and former Federal Railroad Administrator. • Dr. John M. Samuels (National Academy of Engineering), President, Revenue Variable Engineering and retired Senior Vice President Operations Planning and Budget, Norfolk Southern. • Peter F. Swan, Associate Professor of Supply Chain Management, Emeritus, The Pennsylvania State University. • Paul E. Vilter, Assistant Vice President Planning, Commercial Services, and Sustainability, Amtrak (retired).

The CX Alliance is a brand new CX trade association launched in September 2024 in the UK. It is being launched by Karen Howard, MD of The Retail Bulletin (TRB) and the partnership director of the CXA is Isobel Rogers. They aim to publish information, research, and host events all focused on various aspects of CX. Mark Hillary talked to Isobel and Karen to find out more about how this initiative got started and what are their plans for 2025. --- https://www.linkedin.com/in/cxisobelrogers/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenhoward/ https://www.theretailbulletin.com/ https://www.theretailbulletin.com/general-merchandise/the-retail-bulletin-announces-set-up-of-cx-industry-body-cx-alliance-19-09-2024/ The CX Alliance news is so recent that they are still in the process of setting up their website and other channels ... follow Isobel and Karen for now and check TRB for new information... http://cxalliance.org/

It's Friday the 13th! And it's almost episode 400! We're here to end your week on a horrific note... wait no! On a positive note! Let's nerd out on horror movies TRB needs to watch, Borderlands (the movie), Harold and the Purple Crayon, Queen's Gambit, and let's get super deep about the tv show "Time." Wow... we get into it. Do you believe in second chances? Forgiveness? Redemption? How judgmental vs forgiving are you really?The Real Brian Show is the show for the multipassionate person. The place to end your week on a positive note, nerd out with us, and HAVE FUN! Maybe learn a few things to better your life, and in general, escape all the negative crap around us!Patreon: https://patreon.com/realbrianshowBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/iamtherealbrianMusic Spotify Playlists: TRBS 2024 Playlist on SpotifyTRB's GLORIOUSNESS (New Music) Playlist on SpotifyThe Captain Influence Playlist on SpotifySubscribe to The Real Brian Show Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-real-brian-show/id1160475222Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3UsRunmoQzHkrWbwmAjmLM?si=e76f534378ec4b8fYouTube: https://youtube.com/therealbrianSupport The Real Brian Show Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/iamtherealbrianPatreon: https://patreon.com/realbrianshowAMAZON LINK: Any time you purchase something off of Amazon, please consider using the TRBS affiliate link: https://amzn.to/3OVl49oAffiliate links mean I earn a commission from qualifying purchases. This helps support the channel at no additional cost to you!Connect With TRB and The Show! Twitter: https://twitter.com/iamtherealbrianFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/iamtherealbrian/TRBS Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/realbrianshow/Website: https://realbrianshow.com

In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Brian Steixner, board-certified urologist, expert in men's sexual medicine, and cofounder of Popstar Fertility to talk all things sperm motility. Popstar Fertility is an all-natural sperm health supplement, with a combination of twelve ingredients including vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants designed to support and enhance male reproductive health and fertility.Listen now to get the answers to:What does sperm motility mean, and how it is categorized by medical professionals? How is sperm motility measured?Why is motility so important for male fertility in particular?What would you recommend men to do to enhance their sperm motility? And so much moreLooking to try their supplements for yourself? Head to Popstar, and use code TRB for 20% off your first order. Be sure to explore their handy subscription options, and dive into their library of top-notch male fertility education, too.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/fertility-spingboard/exclusive-content

The Acolyte Episode 4 “Day” Spoiler Review! We are joined by Mac and Alex from Children of the Watch! We let the theories fly and it gets BANANAS! Is Indara the Sith?! We have evidence, listen and let us know what you think! We also rate the episodes on a scale of 0 to 10 “Kelnaccas”, reveal the next number in the SITH CODE mystery giveaway contest! Plus your comments and much more! Thank you for listening to AcoNight: The Acolyte Star Wars Aftershow by The Resistance Broadcast! Be sure to listen to our friends Children of the Watch on the same apps you listen to TRB!

Twenty years ago in 2004 “Where The Weather Meets The Road” was published by the National Academy of Science and it proposed a research roadmap over the next 20-years to advance road weather services.  Now in 2024 the future described in Where The Weather Meets The Road is here Paul Pisano, Chair of the TRB Road Weather Committee and Dr. Gina Eosco, Division Chief, Science, Technology, and Society for the Weather Program Office at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration were both involved in this report and are here to discuss where we were, where we've come, and what the future might hold.Check out the report at this link Where The Weather Meets The Road You can continue the discussion of what you think the future of road weather management holds with Paul Pisano or Dr. Gina EoscoSign up for email notifications on future episodes and other communications associated with winter maintenance and winter weather management by clicking on subscribe on the Talkin' Winter Ops website at TalkinWinterOps.comThanks for listening in and stay safe out there!

Plenty of STAR WARS on this episode but first, an announcement! A new era of TRB begins as we announce our plans for the future of the podcast and reveal our new pop culture podcast Nerdy & Nice, which will debut Monday, May 6 on its own feed. On this episode, we dive into the latest Star Wars news, including Tony Gilroy claiming Andor season 2 is the most important work of his career, the latest on The Acolyte, and our thoughts on the latest episode of The Bad Batch. Plus your submitted questions, WILL OF THE FORCE, and more! The Resistance base is open to all, so please spread the word about our Star Wars podcast and join us! Subscribe free to the show on your preferred platform and join our Patreon for additional videos, streams, and more at patreon.com/resistancebroadcast.

It is the 700th episode of TRB and while we celebrate our journey to this point, it is very bittersweet as it also marks James Baney's last episode with the podcast. Thank you, James, for everything you've done to help make TRB what it is today. May the Force be with you, forever! This is a loaded episode, a lot of it spent looking back on 700 episodes of the podcast, but we also talk plenty of Star Wars topics, like whether Huyang will build the very first lightsaber? You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll hopefully have fun!

The former leader of TRB may have stepped away from full-time employment, but he hasn't stepped away entirely from the industry he has helped to guide for half a century.

Rock Boat Lineup Reveal and Artist InsightsLet's all get lost in the Jungle together…Join us in this TRB XXIV preview, recorded in sea-cret from an undisclosed location on-board the Norwegian Pearl. This episode is a real treat as we sit down with Sixthman Jen, Trae Vedder, and Sister Hazel's Ken Block to reveal the incredible lineup for the next Rock Boat and share some behind-the-scenes insights into the event's planning and artist dynamics.SummaryWe kick off the episode reminiscing highlights of TRB XXIII, where artists and fans alike built lasting memories over the span of a few magical days. An annual highlight for many is the Sixthman Sessions at Sea. Camaraderie and music created during these sessions have left an indelible mark on the artists and those privileged to witness the live performance.Our conversation then shifts to the Positivity Jam, led by the incomparable Brian Fechino. Termed the hidden gem of the Rock Boat,we spotlight this incredible late-night jam session, which sees a majority of the artists on the boat come together in a unique display of collective energy and spirit.We also touch on the Rock Boat Family - a community that is fostered between boats through the event's social platforms and the many “ripples” of TRB. The episode takes a moment to send love to Twigger from Gaelic Storm, emphasizing the support and unity within the TRB Family.As we dive into the lineup reveal, we share our excitement for the return of familiar favorites and the introduction of fresh faces. We discuss the careful curation process, aiming to balance the lineup with a mix of genres and vibes to cater to all tastes.We're thrilled to announce that Happy Landing, Hotel Fiction, and Nicotine Dolls are among the new additions, bringing their unique sounds to the boat. We also reveal the return of TRB vets like Red Wanting Blue, Welshly Arms, Tonic, and Will Hoge, who have become synonymous with the event's ethos.The episode builds up to the grand reveal of headlining acts, including Walk the Moon and Echosmith, and American Authors who promise to bring their infectious energy and hit songs to the high seas. (Hint: If you are looking for AA's Zac next Boat, there's a good chance you will find him in the hot tub!)We wrap up the episode with a heartfelt thank you to our listeners and the entire rock boat community for their passion and support. We tease the theme for the next rock boat, "Welcome to the Jungle," and encourage everyone to sign up for the pre-sale to secure their spot on this unforgettable musical voyage.So, there you have it, folks – a lineup that's sure to rock the boat and create memories that will last a lifetime. Stay tuned for an exciting Season 4 of The BoatCast and make sure you subscribe today to get all of the updates, and we can't wait to see you on board!.Chapters00:00:00 - Introduction to the Special Episode00:00:58 - Sixthman Sessions and Artist Dynamics00:01:42 - Brian Fechino's Positivity Jam00:03:17 - Charting Music and Artist Takeovers00:04:01 - First-Time Bands and Cruisers' Experience00:04:43 - Dedication of First-Time Voters00:05:18 - Gaelic Storm and Support for Twigger00:06:19 - Reveal of Next Year's Lineup00:07:19 - Curating the Lineup and Vetting Bands00:08:05 - Discussing New and Returning Artists00:09:05 - Soundcheck Competition and Band Selection00:10:06 - Introducing Band Happy Landing00:11:13 - Hotel Fiction00:12:31 - Nicotine Dolls and Their Unique Sound00:13:59 - Fantastic Cat Introduction00:15:11 - Nicotine Dolls and Their Impact00:16:38 - Clinton and The Commonheart00:17:19 - Introducing Band Robert Jon and the Wreck00:18:09 - Fantastic Cat and Fantastic Hats00:19:05 - Rock Boat Community and Band Recommendations00:20:06 - Balancing the Lineup and Band Dynamics00:21:00 - Spreadsheet for Organizing Bands00:21:59 - Lady Bri's Solo Shows00:23:59 - Will Hoge's Return to the Rock Boat00:25:07 - Tyrone Wells' Rock Boat History00:25:57 - Welshly Arms - a Rock Boat Favorite00:26:38 - Red Wanting Blue's Return00:29:55 - Teasing New Music and Fresh Bands00:31:24 - Strumbellas!!! 00:32:11 - Echosmith ... Eammon's Dreams come true00:33:09 - Family-Friendly Rock Boat Experience00:34:53 - Tonic's Return and Collaborations00:38:37 - Walk the Moon's Upcoming Performance00:40:03 - Theme Reveal: Welcome to the Jungle00:41:28 - Full Lineup Reveal for Next Year00:42:57 - Excitement for the Curated Lineup00:44:00 - Closing Remarks and Pre-Sale AnnouncementSign up for The Rock Boat Presale!Connect with Sixthman's Rock Boat: Official TRB Website: https://www.therockboat.com/X (Formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheRockBoatFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/therockboatInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/therockboat/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3iJD3XqTGKyjLC21pYv26g?si=98468163180d4de4&nd=1&dlsi=6ef677b51882494aSixthman's website: https://www.sixthman.netConnect with Sister Hazel: Official Website: https://www.sisterhazel.com X (Formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/SisterHazelBand Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SisterHazel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sisterhazelband YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/SisterHazelWebSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7m60UAnbgFFNuJbmS6OxTk?si=-sg9RhynShS8qkmH6MaiJQ&nd=1&dlsi=884f43c4371f4338 Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/sister-hazel/102426 Pandora: https://www.pandora.com/artist/sister-hazel/ARt4djcwpPPctkZ Bandsintown: https://www.pandora.com/artist/sister-hazel/ARt4djcwpPPctkZ The BoatCast would like to thank our sponsors, www.TheFITCollective.com for supporting us in promoting Rock Boat Artists. If you want to get the word out about these artists and are interested in sponsoring The Boatcast, please email Chris at: ChristopherRhoad@gmail.com.

In today's episode, Erica celebrates TRB's two year anniversary through re-sharing the launch announcement!

Charles Sperry of the OOIDA Foundation discusses artificial intelligence and other topics from a recent meeting of the Transportation Research Board. And a truck stop in Arizona is celebrating 70 years in business. We speak with the granddaughter of the owner, who started the truck stop with a mission to serve the men and women behind the wheel. Also, the holidays are over, and freight volumes are down across the board. We speak with DAT's Stephen Petit about load posts and how weather is impacting rates across the country. 0:00 – Newscast  10:07 – What role will artificial intelligence play in transportation? 24:49 – Truck stop marks 70 years in business 39:14 – The winter freight slump has taken hold

"Behind the Scenes with Michael Lombardo: Banking on an Incredible Rock Boat XXIII" Welcome back, fellow music enthusiasts, to another episode of our podcast. Today, we're wrapping up season three with a bang, featuring our final rock boater interview before we sail into season four. Our guest, Michael Lombardo, joins us from Bellingham, Washington, to share his incredible journey through music, mentorship, and the magic of the rock boat community. Michael's story begins in Los Angeles, where his passion for music led him to work at the iconic K-Rock radio station. Michael's love for music never waned, even as he transitioned into a banking career. He and his wife, Michelle, have been deeply involved in mentoring bands since 2005, offering advice on fiscal responsibility and survival tips for life on the road—like the indispensable value of Ziploc bags. Michael was introduced to the Rock Boat five years ago and has been hooked ever since. He's attended several Sixthman cruises, but TRB holds a special place in his heart. Michael shares his experiences of the unique environment where artists and fans mingle as equals, breaking down the barriers that often exist at traditional concerts. During our conversation, Michael recounts his first Rock Boat experience, which came at a time when he was rediscovering his personal joys post-divorce. He was invited by friends to set sail, despite his initial skepticism about cruises. The trip turned out to be a surreal experience that he wouldn't trade for anything. Michael also highlights the importance of The Rock Boat Family's community and how it supports artists beyond the cruise itself. He shares a personal story of helping the band Fox Royale during their European tour with Young the Giant, showcasing the deep connections and support system within the Family. We delve into the evolution of the rock boat experience, from the booking process to the customer service improvements made by Sixthman over the years. Michael praises the organization for its enhanced communication and the bold move of booking Young the Giant for the upcoming cruise, which he believes will bring a fresh dynamic to the event. As we discuss the anticipation for the next rock boat, Michael expresses his excitement about introducing a new boater to the community and the thrill of witnessing their first-time experience. He also shares his hopes for spontaneous collaborations between artists on the boat, which he feels are the essence of the rock boat's charm. Finally, Michael offers some insider tips for future rock boaters, including the best way to spend time before and after the cruise. Timestamps 00:00:41 - Introducing Michale Lombardo 00:01:21 - Michael's Background in Music and Banking 00:02:03 - Band Mentoring and Fiscal Responsibility00:02:45 - Michael's Love for the Rock Boat 00:03:11 - The Artist Experience on the Rock Boat 00:03:35 - Sixthman and Artist Interaction 00:04:07 - The Rock Boat as a Unique Customer Experience 00:05:08 - Discovering the Rock Boat Post-Divorce 00:06:05 - First Rock Boat Experience and Community 00:07:08 - Artist Accessibility on the Rock Boat 00:07:57 - Sixthman's Vetting Process for Bands 00:08:31 - Michael's Connection with Fox Royale 00:09:46 - Andy Frasco's Unique Rock Boat Rules 00:10:07 - Engaging with Bands Beyond the Rock Boat 00:11:08 - Supporting Fox Royale on Their European Tour 00:12:40 - The Importance of Supporting Bands 00:13:13 - Young the Giant's Upcoming Rock Boat Performance 00:14:26 - The Value of Merchandise and Concert T-Shirts 00:15:05 - The Rock Boat Community's Supportive Nature 00:16:07 - Favorite Merchandise Purchases 00:17:01 - The Rock Boat's Unique Selling Experience 00:18:21 - Sixthman's Customer Service and Communication 00:19:08 - Collecting Rock Boat Glasses and Merch 00:20:18 - Bringing New Boaters and Their First Experience 00:21:14 - The Impact of Sister Hazel and Collaborations 00:22:08 - The Rock Boat's Collaborative Environment 00:23:18 - Preparing for the Rock Boat and Post-Boat Plans 00:24:22 - Continuous Improvements by Sixthman 00:25:02 - Anticipated Collaborations on the Rock Boat 00:26:38 - The Rock Boat's Unique Festival Atmosphere 00:27:41 - The Excitement of Introducing New Boaters 00:28:08 - The Rock Boat's Community and Artist Engagement 00:29:06 - The Joy of Unplanned Collaborations 00:30:30 - The Rock Boat's Family-Like Atmosphere 00:31:23 - Pre- and Post-Rock Boat Traditions The BoatCast would like to thank our sponsor www.TheFITCollective.com for supporting us in promoting Rock Boat Artists. If you want to get the word out about these artists and are interested in sponsoring The Boatcast, please email Chris at: ChristopherRhoad@gmail.com.

In this episode, we have the honor of hosting the frontman of the renowned band, Drivin N Cryin, Kevn Kinney. Kevn's remarkable career spans across genres, making him a true musical icon. We're thrilled to have him on the show. Kevn is no stranger to the The Rock Boat cruise, an event that he's known since its inception and is eager to finally experience for himself. He highlights how Drivin N Cryin has always defied music genre categorization and crafted their own distinct sound. Their influence on other bands is impressive and their devoted fan base - especially in the Southeast - is truly remarkable. We then delve into Kevn's experiences on other music cruises, such as the Skynyrd Cruise and the Outlaw Country Cruise. He regales us with captivating stories about touring with Syknyrd and the unique perks of performing on a cruise ship. We explore Kevn's creative process and what inspires him to create new music. He underscores the significance of being a music fan and how he finds joy in watching other bands perform. Kevn also reveals that Drivin N Cryin prefers spontaneity during their shows, foregoing setlists and embracing the flow, which adds an element of excitement. We also discuss the highly anticipated Rock Boat and Kevn's enthusiasm to perform onboard. He eagerly looks forward to connecting with fans and witnessing other spectacular performances. Kevn relates his admiration of other musicians' pedalboards and shares amusing anecdote about one who adamantly refused to let him take a picture of his pedal board. Towards the conclusion of our episode, Kevn reflects on the next generation of fans and expresses his delight in seeing young people enjoying his music. He also mentions his new record and a tribute album that will be available for purchase (ON VINYL!!!) on The Boat. This episode is a treasure trove of captivating stories, insights into Kevn's illustrious music career, and a sneak peek into what fans can expect from his performance on The Rock Boat. It's an absolute must-listen for rock music enthusiasts and will only serve to further build your excitement for the upcoming cruise! Timestamps: 00:00:03 - Introducing Kevn Kinney from Drivin N Cryin. 00:01:30 - Kevn Kinney's awareness of TRB and his band's history. 00:04:03 - Between genres and their influence on other bands. 00:05:23 - Other Sixthman Cruises. 00:08:11 - Vanilla soft serve all the way. 00:10:29 - Kevn Kinney's approach to music and his creative process. 00:15:32 - A fan of other bands. 00:16:23 - Picture this Pedal board. 00:17:40 - A self-help approach to songwriting and performing. 00:19:10 - Interacting with an audience and their song requests. 00:21:50 - A new generation of Drivin N Cryin fan. 00:25:49 - Anticipation for The Rock Boat. 00:27:33 - Kevn Kinney's new record. 00:29:19 - Vinyl! 00:30:31 - Farewell and anticipation for meeting on The Boat. Connect with Kevn Kinney and Drivin N Cryin: Website: https://www.drivinncryin.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drivinncryinInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drivinncryin Twitter: https://twitter.com/drivinncryin YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaYAyTeY5s0WALRYn5OILAw iTunes: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/drivin-n-cryin/348328 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/26yYgoh7hehqYix76g3LcS BandsInTown: https://www.bandsintown.com/a/15387-drivin%27-n%27-cryin%27 Linktree: https://biglink.to/tclinks?fbclid=IwAR1ClDqVUEH0DQmQ-RdeHsbivYszImIR0w_k8J-tjzsCJAHhbnxlcUUsXfgThe BoatCast would like to thank our sponsors, www.TheFITCollective.com for supporting us in promoting Rock Boat Artists. If you want to get the word out about these artists and are interested in sponsoring The Boatcast, please email Chris at: ChristopherRhoad@gmail.com.

TRB Live Holiday Episode! We dive into the latest Star Wars news including Ethan Hawke begging for Lucafilm to bring him into the franchise. We also announce two GIVEAWAY contests for awesome Star Wars items, so be sure to listen to learn how to enter for a chance to win two giveaway packages! On top of that Lacey is BACK and she unboxes a Chatterback Chopper, we take your questions, and more! Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and Happy New Year from TRB! To an awesome year ahead for all in 2024. The Resistance base is open to all, so please spread the word about our Star Wars podcast and join us! Subscribe free to the show on your preferred platform and join our Patreon for additional videos, streams, exclusive podcast episodes, and more at patreon.com/resistancebroadcast.

Hailing from the vibrant music scene of Florida, DNA has a sound that is mature beyond their years. What truly sets them apart is their ability to combine a captivating stage presence with authentic rock and roll sound. For anyone lucky enough to be on sold-out TRB XXIII, this will surely make for an unforgettable experience. The band's commitment to genuine, passionate performance renders them a perfect fit for the eclectic, high-energy atmosphere of Sixthman's yearly music cruise.The members of DNA are eagerly anticipating their upcoming performance on the Rock Boat. For Kai Beres (son of Sister Hazel bassist and Rock Boat Founder, Jett Beres), this will be his 3rd boat, but first as an artist. He is excited this year to view the TRB experience through his newcomer bandmates' eyes. They have gotten a taste of the supportive music community, having previously played at Rock By the Sea. The group recently had the opportunity to go to the recording studio and they open up about that enlightening process - a maturing, pivotal moment for the young band that has since changed the way they create music. They look forward to TRB XXIII, another significant milestone in their career, that will provide them with a platform to share their music with a broader audience and connect with other artists in the industry.As a rising band, DNA is continuously pushing themselves to grow and evolve as musicians. They take their craft seriously and are always looking for ways to improve their sound. The Rock Boat has provided them with an opportunity to not only showcase their talent but also learn from other established artists in the industry and hopefully connections that will last far beyond the cruise. Check out DNA online at: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dnarocksflInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dna_fl Website: https://songwhip.com/dna-flTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dnarocks YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dnarocks2494Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6Xm5jFykLlbyGEeQjL2vqY The BoatCast would like to thank our sponsors, www.TheFITCollective.com for supporting us in promoting Rock Boat Artists. If you want to get the word out about these artists and are interested in sponsoring The Boatcast, please email Chris at: ChristopherRhoad@gmail.com.

Changhyun Kwon is an Associate Professor in Industrial and Systems Engineering at KAIST. His research aims to advance computational optimization methods for efficient transportation and logistics systems. His current focus is to improve the efficiency of heuristic and exact algorithms using machine-learning approaches to solve large-scale vehicle routing problems and mobility service operations problems. He received a Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering in 2008 from Penn State and a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from KAIST in 2000. His research has been published in Operations Research, Transportation Science, Transportation Research Part B, INFORMS Journal on Computing, etc. Before joining KAIST, he was a faculty member at the University at Buffalo and the University of South Florida. Currently, he is on the Editorial Boards of Transportation Research Part B: Methodological, Socio-Economic Planning Sciences, and the Transportation Network Modeling Committee of TRB. He was the Chair of the Urban Transportation SIG of the INFORMS TSL Society and is the current International Liaison for Asia/Oceania. He wrote the book "Julia Programming for Operations Research," and he is a member of the JuMP steering committee, an open-source community for developing mathematical optimization tools in Julia. He received the NSF CAREER award in 2014, and his research has been funded by the National Science Foundation, the U.S. Department of Transportation, and the National Research Foundation of Korea.

Welcome back to another episode of The BoatCast! This week, we have the pleasure of featuring the talented musician, Matthew Wade, known widely by his stage name, My Silent Bravery. Born and raised in Boston, Massachusetts, Matt discovered his passion for music at an early age. His musical journey started with a guitar, a gift from his parents, which quickly became a gateway to expressing his thoughts and feelings. This passion for music lives on in MSB's music. His lyrics often carry an undercurrent of positivity and resilience - and sounds have culminated in a unique blend of pop, rock, and reggae influences. Matt's most recognized work is the 2017 album "Willing to Try," featuring three hit songs that charted heavily on Billboard. The first single, "Got it Going On," topped the Billboard Hot Singles Sales Chart for ten consecutive weeks and ranked on five Billboard charts. The second single, "Girl You Think You Know," reached #3 on the Billboard Hot Singles Sales Chart and #1 on the Soundscan Top 100 singles Chart. The third single, "18," also charted on three Billboard charts. Additionally, Matthew's music has been featured in various TV shows, films, and he has partnered with several brands. In this interview, Matt talks collaboration with greats like Matisyahu and has toured with several artists that are well know to The Rock Boat Family (no spoilers here, you have to listen to find out). Tune into this episode as we delve deeper into Wade's musical journey, his inspirations (including someday making a TRB appearance), and the stories behind his addictive melodies. Don't miss out on the opportunity to get to know more about the incredible talent that is My Silent Bravery. Check out Matthew Wade/My Silent Bravery online at: Website: https://mysilentbravery.com/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/mysilentbraveryInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mysilentbraveryTwitter: https://twitter.com/mysilentbraveryTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mysilentbraveryYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mysilentbraveryApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/keep-chasing-that-feeling-single/1679637953Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/7yDtITWNrWe6v61Ii11ubX?si=7948376846554becBandsInTown: https://www.bandsintown.com/a/1049026-my-silent-bravery?came_from=257&utm_medium=web&utm_source=home&utm_campaign=search_barLinktree: https://linktr.ee/mysilentbraveryThe BoatCast would like to thank our sponsors, www.TheFITCollective.com for supporting us in promoting Rock Boat Artists. If you want to get the word out about these artists and are interested in sponsoring The Boatcast, please email Chris at: ChristopherRhoad@gmail.com.

Welcome back to another episode of The BoatCast! With buzzing anticipation as we get ready to introduce a very special guest - Ajay Popoff, the charismatic lead vocalist of the power-packed band, LIT. For those not in the know, LIT is an acclaimed American rock band synonymous with electrifying performances and chart-topping hits. Ajay's enthralling stage presence and soulful vocals have always been the heart and soul of their music, mesmerizing fans worldwide. BoatCast Eammon openly shares his fanboy status and love for their latest masterpiece,"Tastes Like Gold." This album is a testament to LIT's musical journey – a brilliant amalgamation of their punk-rock roots and contemporary influences. As Ajay once said, "Every song is a piece of my heart, a story from my life, a chapter from my book." And we wholeheartedly agree! The BoatCast witnessed Ajay and his band absolutely crush it at Let's Go! Music Fest and share their excitement for Lit's second Rock Boat sailing. For all of the TRB virgins, trust us, there's nothing quite like the magic of live music pulsating through the open sea and there is no band on the planet quite like LIT! Y'all are in for a special treat!!!Check out LIT online at: Website: https://www.litband.comFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/LitLounge/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/litbandofficial/Twitter: https://twitter.com/LitBandOfficialYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/LitTVApple Music: https://geo.itunes.apple.com/us/artist/lit/id213555?app=itunesSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5mgr0FFpvy267wKVAYg8qpTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@litbandofficialThe BoatCast would like to thank our sponsors, www.TheFITCollective.com for supporting us in promoting Rock Boat Artists. If you want to get the word out about these artists and are interested in sponsoring The Boatcast, please email Chris at: ChristopherRhoad@gmail.com.

In the latest episode of The BoatCast, we were thrilled to host the remarkably talented musician, Todd Carey. We first had the opportunity to hang with Todd at Breakfast with The BoatCast while at Texafied 2022 (and we survived a Twister together). You could say that Todd's live performances are a whirlwind of emotions, themselves - and you just can't help but dance when he and his band take the stage. Todd opens up about his musical inspirations and his writing process. He is hopeful for the opportunity to hop on stage with fellow musicians to collaborate this January, identifying as a jam band musician. He's heard about TRB from friends and fans for over 20 years and is beyond excited to be chosen as a top 10 finalist for The Rock Boat Soundcheck. Don't forget that the next round of voting is fast approaching. To show your support for Todd Carey and all of the amazing musicians on the list, ensure you cast your vote at www.RockBoat/soundcheck before Wednesday, 8/23/23, at 3 PM ET! Todd Carey can be found at: Website: https://www.toddcareymusic.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tcfans Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toddcarey/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@toddcarey Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/todd-carey/3606023 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0LCLu0eCcX5xembxDadUbz?si=_Do-K-WZQPSrhu3vLnO10Q BandsInTown: https://www.bandsintown.com/a/12893-todd-carey?came_from=257&utm_medium=web&utm_source=home&utm_campaign=search_bar Linktree: https://biglink.to/tclinks?fbclid=IwAR1ClDqVUEH0DQmQ-RdeHsbivYszImIR0w_k8J-tjzsCJAHhbnxlcUUsXfgThe BoatCast would like to thank our sponsor, TheFITcollective for supporting us in promoting Rock Boat Artists. If you want to get the word out about these artists and are interested in sponsoring The Boatcast, please email Chris at: ChristopherRhoad@gmail.com.

On this episode of The BoatCast - Soundcheck XXIII Edition, we are thrilled to welcome back Josh Polack and his Beachmont bandmates Tyler and Reeve. Josh shares how much it means to him to be back on TRB, as he left TRB XXI with the impression that he would return. During the last sailing, The BoatCast received "Vote for Beachmont" shirts, a clear sign that his campaign started well before submitting for this year's Soundcheck. He cannot contain his excitement about how his life has transformed in the past year and expresses his gratitude to The Rock Boat family for helping him through his darkest times. In his record 5th appearance on the podcast, Josh demonstrates his deep understanding of the Rock Boat community and proposes a chance to win a free cabin show if he makes it to the next round of voting. He surprises listeners with a mesmerizing 12-string acoustic-electric rendition of an iconic Rock Boat song, accompanied by sax and keys, that will undoubtedly resonate with Boaters (and no, it is not a Katy Perry song). Remember, the next round of voting is approaching rapidly. Show your support for Beachmont and all the incredible musicians on the list by casting your vote at www.RockBoat.com/soundcheck before Wednesday, 8/23/23, at 3 PM ET!Josh Polack/Beachmont can be found at: website

“I felt like it was like this long lost family that we had come home to… there's the family you get and the family you choose.”The BoatCast welcomes Jon Foreman of Switchfoot to the podcast as he prepares for his 3rd appearance on the Rock Boat. Jon is the lead singer, guitarist and co-founder of the alternative rock band Switchfoot and will be performing solo on Rock Boat XXIII. Jon chats with us about everything TRB and more; from the band that talked them into playing on their 1st boat to the collaboration opportunities on the boat and finally to all his favorite parts of just being present on the boat. Jon also discusses his solo ambitions and how rare it is to have a band behind him to carry out those dreams as well. Tune in as Jon also gives us some great performance moments and things he loves to do off stage. BoatCast Eammon even asks Jon who's the best surfer in Switchfoot - Tune-in to hear Jon's response! Check out the following video for one of Switchfoot's amazing performances from their 1st Rock Boat in 2020! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prjiJHIUILs Great news for everyone is that you don't have to wait until the '24 boat to catch Jon and Switchfoot as they are currently on a nationwide tour! Follow Switchfoot on socials! Website: https://switchfoot.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/switchfoot/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/switchfootTwitter: https://twitter.com/switchfootTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@switchfootofficialThe BoatCast would like to thank our sponsors, https://www.lifecoachingforwomenphysicians.com and https://www.fitdadcollective for supporting us in promoting Rock Boat Artists. If you want to get the word out about these artists and are interested in sponsoring The Boatcast, please email Chris at: ChristopherRhoad@gmail.com

On this episode we discuss the new Ahsoka trailer, series images, and behind the scenes photos. Also, that Bo-Katan/Din Djarin joke that took on a life of its own, and the TRB crew makes two big announcements! That and more, including your #AskTheResistance questions! The Resistance base is open to all, so please spread the word about our Star Wars podcast and join us! Subscribe free to the show on your preferred platform and join our Patreon for additional videos, streams, and more at patreon.com/resistancebroadcast

Today's Reframed Brain episode explores reasons to engage National Men's Health Month with TRB founder and host and author of #1 New Release, A Southern Guhl's Green Thumb, Erica Savage. Please subscribe and like The Reframed Brain Podcast YouTube channel today! Erica's weekly newsletter Mindset>Monday provides brain health and wellness tips in an effort to reimagine our collective approach to the traditional beginning of the work week. Today's podcast episode centers men and shares statistics that shed light on the importance of National Men's Health Month.   If you or someone you know may be considering death by suicide, please, please call or text one of the numbers. You are loved and not alone.   Call or Text 988 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 24/7 1–800–273–8255  National Institute of Mental Health Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a Crisis Counselor 24/7   National Institute of Mental Health WhatsApp: https://api.whatsapp.com/send/?phone=...     Disclaimer: Erica Savage is not a medical practitioner, therapist, or counselor. This podcast is not a substitute for medical or mental health services. Erica's brain health expertise is centered in having sustained a traumatic brain injury in March 2021 and having to adapt a new life managing disabilities and chronic illness brought on by the brain injury. Erica's life is one involving active healing and advocacy for health disparities.

The BoatCast welcomes former TRB artist, Justin Wiseman, keyboardist for the band LIVE. It's hard to believe Let's Go! Music Festival is less than 1 month away and what better way to start the countdown than talking with someone playing with one of the headliners!Justin joins us to talk about everything from his rock boat experiences (as he's been on 4 boats - you probably remember him from The Rocketboys), how he got the invite to play with LIVE, and what it's like to play music with a legend like Ed Kowalczyk. Justin also talks to us about what some of the differences are from playing in a smaller band to some of the perks of playing with a more well-known band like Live. He also talks about his favorite Live song to play and what an amazing person Ed is off the stage.As the countdown to the Let's Go! Music Festival is only 25 days away, time is running out to purchase your tickets to join us and plenty of other music lovers! Get your tickets and join us down in Annapolis, MD from Friday June 2nd to Sunday June 4th.https://www.letsgofest.com/Justin Wiseman/Live can be found at : LIVE's Website: https://freaks4live.com/LIVE's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/freaks4LIVE/LIVE's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freaks4live/LIVE's Twitter: https://twitter.com/freaks4liveThe Rocketboys Website: https://www.therocketboys.com/The BoatCast thanks our sponsors, including https://wwwLifeCoachingForWomenPhysicians.com, https://www.fitdadcollective.com, and https://www.novitskymd.com for hosting our podcast. Boutique Mind Doctors offers virtual child therapy sessions in philadelphia and the Philly suburbs. Psychiatrists specialized in ADHD.

Today's Reframed Brain episode highlights how to improve your mental well being with TRB founder and host, Erica Savage. Please subscribe and like The Reframed Brain Podcast YouTube channel today! Erica's weekly newsletter Mindset>Monday provides brain health and wellness tips in an effort to reimagine our collective approach to the traditional beginning of the work week. This is also timely as we enter May and Mental Health Awareness Month's 2023 theme, "Look Around, Look Within." Today's podcast episode speaks directly to the theme - please listen and share. If you or someone you know may be considering death by suicide, please, please call or text one of the numbers. You are loved and not alone.   Call or Text 988 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 24/7 1–800–273–8255   National Institute of Mental Health Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a Crisis Counselor 24/7   National Institute of Mental Health WhatsApp: https://api.whatsapp.com/send/?phone=...     Disclaimer: Erica Savage is not a medical practitioner, therapist, or counselor. This podcast is not a substitute for medical or mental health services. Erica's brain health expertise is centered in having sustained a traumatic brain injury in March 2021 and having to adapt a new life managing disabilities and chronic illness brought on by the brain injury. Erica's life is one involving active healing and advocacy for health disparities.

Rock By the Sea, Live in Chicago, and more!Aaron Patrick (lead vox/guitar), Aaron Bright (keyboards/backup vox), and John “JB” Benham IV (drums) return the BoatCast to relive their favorite Rock Boat XXII memories. For those who missed it, these guys absolutely NAILED their first TRB opportunity and will surely be back for additional boats. GLM has an an upcoming house concert in Chicago that will be recorded live. It will be an “intimate and acoustic evening with Green Light Morning (trio) and a special supporting guest Shannon LaBrie! Seating is VERY limited and advanced RSVP is highly recommended. Your VIP Experience includes: - Laughter - Stories - Camaraderie - One-on-One. Get your tickets here: https://www.bandsintown.com/t/104120033?app_id=WIX_green-light-morning&came_from=267&utm_medium=api&utm_source=public_api&utm_campaign=ticketGLM has also been a staple at Rock By The Sea, a non-profit that benefits charities providing direct support to those in need. (Aaron Patrick is on the board of this incredible organization). The upcoming concert event will be held in Okaloosa, FL May 3rd-7th and will feature a lineup filled with members of the Rock Boat Family. Aaron P will be hosting a Cornhole tournament and Aaron B's Euchre event was so popular that it already sold out! Tickets and information can be found at: https://events.bizzabo.com/RBTSOkaloosa2023/homeGreen Light Morning can be found at : Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/greenlightmorningInstagram:https://instagram.com/greenlightmorning?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Website:https://www.greenlightmorning.com/YouTube:https://youtube.com/channel/UCr76jEDNySl4NP--1HoobzAThe BoatCast thanks our sponsors, including https://wwwLifeCoachingForWomenPhysicians.com and https://www.novitskymd.com for hosting our podcast. Boutique Mind Doctors offers virtual child therapy sessions in philadelphia and the Philly suburbs. Psychiatrists specialized in ADHD.

It's Beachmont Baby, Beachmont!!! The BoatCast welcomes back TRB veteran and fan favorite, Josh Polack to discuss all things Beachmont. Meet the band and check out another BoatCast Live performance by Beachmont, playing their new song “Letters” during this episode!!! Eammon will complete the rest of this writeup. He is still in Philly celebrating the Sixers game 1 playoff victory against the Nets. In the interim, VOTE FOR BEACHMONT! Help the band get into the State Fair: click here!!!Josh Polack/Beachmont can be found at: website

Episode 133 is live! And this week, John Hoey from The Resistance Broadcast stopped by to talk about....well, a lot of things. From Star Wars to movies to pop culture and baseball (wait what!?), we ran the gamut on this one and even dish out our SW baseball starting lineups! Break out the pine tar....it's #StarWarsDay! Follow John @JohnnyHoey. Follow The Resistance Broadcast @TRBpodcasts. Follow Just Like The Movies @JustTheMovies. Check the TRB channel https://youtube.com/TheResistanceBroadcast and Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/user?u=13154332&utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan. Follow Rik @cadbanesbounty. Follow the show on Twitter and Hive @jtcomlink and @jammedtransmissions on Instagram. Email:comlink@jammedtransmissions.com. Art by Rik. Intro by Pete

Our 600th episode of TRB! We discuss the latest news including why the announced Disney restructuring and changes is good news for Star Wars! We also talk about Rick Famuyiwa taking a larger role in The Mandalorian, the new Qi'ra novel which is good news for the future of SOLO, and reflect on our time with the podcast through fun stories, great memories, and more! The Resistance base is open to all, so please spread the word about our Star Wars podcast and join us! Subscribe free to the show on your preferred platform and join our Patreon for additional videos, streams, and more at patreon.com/resistancebroadcast.

Season 3 PremiereThe BoatCast kicks off Season 3 by reliving their favorite moments of Rock Boat 22. Chris, Mark and Eammon discuss epic performances, connection with fellow boaters, and those moments that can only be had on TRB. The BoatCast shares a goal of hearing more from fellow boaters this season as we think everyone on the cruise deserves a shoutout as everyone in attendance was a ripple of the whole Rock Boat experience!After discussing Rock Boat 22, it was then time to start looking forward to getting ready for next year's boat. There is no better guest for us to have on than Rock Boater Dr. Ali Novitsky to discuss setting healthy goals for the upcoming year. Ali is board certified in obesity medicine, a certified personal trainer, and has a business that helps female physicians achieve optimal mental, physical, and emotional well being. The guys of The BoatCast are committing to following Ali's guidance so they can be in Ship Shape for XXIII. They invite you to follow them in their journey and stay tuned for some pearls that may help you on your own journey to wellness. Mark seemed sold on 40% greater longevity = 40% more Rock Boats. @alinovitskymd's socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alinovitskymd/?hl=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/alinovitskymd/Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1qGhl7yML5Y2O2iHyecFPtYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw1WAtb0SYOhUiFu9jnaXogLinktree: https://linktr.ee/alinovitskymdThe BoatCast would like to thank our sponsor, lifecoachingforwomenphysicians.com, for supporting us in promoting Rock Boat Artists. If you want to get the word out about these artists and are interested in sponsoring The Boatcast, please email Chris at: ChristopherRhoad@gmail.com.

Today's Season 3 Reframed Brain episode shares why wellness is personal and a priority with guest Beverly K. Johnson, Certified Personal Trainer, Nutrition and Transformation Coach. Join our 28 days to Create Your Culture of Wellness and receive 5 Best Brain Health Tips and a TRB playlist: www.TheReframedBrain.com Please subscribe and like The Reframed Brain Podcast YouTube channel today!   Beverly is the founder of The EPIC Academy and Genesys Fitness. After being a Zumba instructor for years, Beverly knew her influence included more than helping “forgotten women” lose weight. She has grown her coaching practice into serving men and women who need a makeover from the inside out. Beverly is a member of the International Sports Sciences Association. Having been featured in dozens of national and international magazines, Beverly has been recognized by SwagHer Magazine, Meta, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Black Speakers Network. Previously, she was a military officer in the Army. Beverly is a proud graduate from Alabama A&M University. She currently lives in Alabama with her dog diva, Zoe.   You can connect with Beverly here: Beverly K. Johnson The Epic Academy IG LinkedIn   If you or someone you know may be considering death by suicide, please, please call or text one of the numbers. You are loved and not alone.   Call or Text 988 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 24/7 1–800–273–8255   National Institute of Mental Health  Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a Crisis Counselor 24/7   National Institute of Mental Health WhatsApp: https://api.whatsapp.com/send/?phone=...   Disclaimer: Erica Savage is not a medical practitioner, therapist, or counselor. This podcast is not a substitute for medical or mental health services. Erica's brain health expertise is centered in having sustained a traumatic brain injury in March 2021 and having to adapt a new life managing disabilities and chronic illness brought on by the brain injury. Erica's life is one involving active healing and advocacy for health disparities.

ANDOR! Here is our complete spoiler review and discussion of Andor episode 12 "Rix Road". We rate the episode 0 to 10 “Diegos” (using Diego Luna faces), talk about our favorite parts, Easter eggs, and dive into the episode overall. We also speculate on season 2 and feature comments from listeners and members of the Resistance. The Resistance base is open to all, so please spread the word about our Star Wars podcast and join us! Please make sure to subscribe free to the show on your preferred platform! For more exclusive podcasts, content, and to support TRB, please join our Patreon!

“One of the best ways for us to teach gratitude is to apply it in our life.” - Dr. James Bryant    In this episode of Engineer Your Success Podcast, James Bryant shares his story of how he found success in both his professional and personal life. He discusses the importance of balancing work and personal life, and how entrepreneurship was always on the list of things to pursue but he never felt ready due to other commitments he had. In 2018, after years of hesitation, Dr. Bryant decided to launch his own podcast and has been successful thus far. His clients have seen positive changes in their lives, including increased happiness, better physical health, less fatigue, and greater resiliency. This podcast provides tools, tips, and techniques that can help businesses succeed by building a thriving family business with great marketing that actually works.   Let's dive in!     [00:01 – 06:50] Making Moves How interacting with people from around the world while working at TRB has given him a plethora of knowledge and experience Making excuses to not pursue entrepreneurship How he has been successful in building a life where he is winning at work and at home, and he wants to help others do the same   [06:51 – 19:13] How to Cultivate Gratitude and Improve Your Life How to develop a thankfulness practice in a short amount of time How expressing thankfulness can help people feel a connection to something bigger than themselves, like God, nature, or other people You can succeed at work and at home by practicing gratitude, one of the fundamental success principles   [19:14 – 32:40] Closing Segment To take some time to express gratitude Connect with James (links below) Parting Notes   Sponsors: Banowetz Marketing: Growing a business is hard. Banowetz Marketing provides an action plan and expert help so your family business can thrive. BanowetzMarketing.com/James Coupon Code: JAMES to get 3 FREE hours of logo design or redesign work with the purchase of any other product.  If this content impacts you, please subscribe for more access to the empowering conversations from me and guests working to help you engineer your success! Use this link to drop a question or a topic that you would like to see covered on a future episode: Questions or topic suggestions.   Let's connect! Find me on my LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram. I'd love to hear from you. You have the strength of a hero within you. Check out my website https://betteryou4u.com/ and learn how to unlock your potential and achieve success both in business and in life.   Important Resources to Note: Click here https://sleekbio.com/jbryant for important resources mentioned on this podcast.   Tweetable Quote: “You know, you can look at the day and this is what has happened and what you're grateful for, but you can also anticipate those things that you're gonna be grateful for.” - Dr. James Bryant  “Remember that you are a person first, regardless of the role that you play in your career or your company. And I always like to say that engineers are people too. ” - Dr. James Bryant

“One of the best ways for us to teach gratitude is to apply it in our life.” - Dr. James Bryant    In this episode of Engineer Your Success Podcast, James Bryant shares his story of how he found success in both his professional and personal life. He discusses the importance of balancing work and personal life, and how entrepreneurship was always on the list of things to pursue but he never felt ready due to other commitments he had. In 2018, after years of hesitation, Dr. Bryant decided to launch his own podcast and has been successful thus far. His clients have seen positive changes in their lives, including increased happiness, better physical health, less fatigue, and greater resiliency. This podcast provides tools, tips, and techniques that can help businesses succeed by building a thriving family business with great marketing that actually works.   Let's dive in!     [00:01 – 06:50] Making Moves How interacting with people from around the world while working at TRB has given him a plethora of knowledge and experience Making excuses to not pursue entrepreneurship How he has been successful in building a life where he is winning at work and at home, and he wants to help others do the same   [06:51 – 19:13] How to Cultivate Gratitude and Improve Your Life How to develop a thankfulness practice in a short amount of time How expressing thankfulness can help people feel a connection to something bigger than themselves, like God, nature, or other people You can succeed at work and at home by practicing gratitude, one of the fundamental success principles   [19:14 – 32:40] Closing Segment To take some time to express gratitude Connect with James (links below) Parting Notes   Sponsors: Banowetz Marketing: Growing a business is hard. Banowetz Marketing provides an action plan and expert help so your family business can thrive. BanowetzMarketing.com/James Coupon Code: JAMES to get 3 FREE hours of logo design or redesign work with the purchase of any other product.  If this content impacts you, please subscribe for more access to the empowering conversations from me and guests working to help you engineer your success! Use this link to drop a question or a topic that you would like to see covered on a future episode: Questions or topic suggestions.   Let's connect! Find me on my LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram. I'd love to hear from you. You have the strength of a hero within you. Check out my website https://betteryou4u.com/ and learn how to unlock your potential and achieve success both in business and in life.   Important Resources to Note: Click here https://sleekbio.com/jbryant for important resources mentioned on this podcast.   Tweetable Quote: “You know, you can look at the day and this is what has happened and what you're grateful for, but you can also anticipate those things that you're gonna be grateful for.” - Dr. James Bryant  “Remember that you are a person first, regardless of the role that you play in your career or your company. And I always like to say that engineers are people too. ” - Dr. James Bryant

ANDOR! Here is our complete spoiler review and discussion of Andor episode 11 "Daughter of Ferrix". We rate the episode 0 to 10 “Diegos” (using Diego Luna faces), talk about our favorite parts, Easter eggs, and dive into the episode overall. We also speculate on episode 12 and feature comments from listeners and members of the Resistance. The Resistance base is open to all, so please spread the word about our Star Wars podcast and join us! Please make sure to subscribe free to the show on your preferred platform! For more exclusive podcasts, content, and to support TRB, please join our Patreon!

In this episode, civil engineer Randy Iwasaki shares his story of success in the private sector as well as tips for young people who are looking to follow in his footsteps. Randy Iwasaki is a successful engineer who has transitioned from the public sector to the private sector, where he continues to focus on reinventing himself and delivering programs faster, more efficiently, and more effectively. This conversation provides listeners with tools and techniques to achieve success in both their professional and personal lives.   Here's a bit about Randell's passion:   Randell Iwasaki is the Leader of State and Local Transportation for Amazon Web Services (AWS). In that position, he leads AWS's data support and analysis services for state and local transportation agencies, including; artificial intelligence support; use of AWS services in development of new technology in transportation; data analysis methods for policy and planning analyses; traffic operational support; and other uses of AWS services by state and local transportation agencies. Prior to joining AWS Randy served for over 10 years as Executive Director of the Contra Costa Transportation Authority, recognized as one of the most innovative transportation agencies in the United States. He founded GoMentum Station, the largest secure automated vehicle test facility in the nation. Prior to that, he was a 27-year employee of the California Department of Transportation, where he rose through the ranks to become Chief Deputy Director from 2004 to 2009 and Director from 2009 to 2010. He is an internationally recognized leader in transportation research and innovation and is frequently called upon to speak to the latest developments in automated and connected vehicle technology development and testing. He has been on dozens of TRB committees and research panels over the course of his career - serving as the chair of several of them. He was recently named a senior fellow by UC Berkeley Institute of Transportation   Let's dive in!   [00:01 – 10:43] How to Achieve Work-Life Balance  How parents indirectly guide their children in different ways Being able to know how much you can keep and how much you can invest To understand how to deal with people at work and money   [11:01 – 31:23] Applying Success Principles in Your Career Having mentors to help you from heading the wrong path To use the results of the research from the Transportation Research Board panels for actual projects in the field  Why Networking is important    [31:24 – 32:40] Closing Segment To be able to execute and live a life of meaning Connect with Randy (links below) Parting Notes   Connect with Randell on Linkedin    Shoot him an email at randeli@amazon.com   Sponsors: Banowetz Marketing: Growing a business is hard. Banowetz Marketing provides an action plan and expert help so your family business can thrive. BanowetzMarketing.com/James Coupon Code: JAMES to get 3 FREE hours of logo design or redesign work with the purchase of any other product.  If this content impacts you, please subscribe for more access to the empowering conversations from me and guests working to help you engineer your success! Use this link to drop a question or a topic that you would like to see covered on a future episode: Questions or topic suggestions.   Let's connect! Find me on my LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram. I'd love to hear from you. You have the strength of a hero within you. Check out my website https://betteryou4u.com/ and learn how to unlock your potential and achieve success both in business and in life.   Important Resources to Note: Click here https://sleekbio.com/jbryant for important resources mentioned on this podcast.   Tweetable Quotes: “It's important to make sure that you have people that are ready to go to take your place because you never know when you're gonna leave and you wanna leave any organization better than when you found it.” - Randell Iwasaki   “I think you absolutely have to look at what problem that you're solving and when you're crystal clear on the problem that you're solving, that is definitely, that puts you on the path to continue to create and to innovate and to provide what your customers need and what they want.” - Dr. James Bryant  

ANDOR! Here is our complete spoiler review and discussion of Andor episode 10 "One Way Out". We rate the episode 0 to 10 “Diegos” (using Diego Luna faces), talk about our favorite parts, Easter eggs, and dive into the episode overall. We also speculate on episode 10 and feature comments from listeners and members of the Resistance. The Resistance base is open to all, so please spread the word about our Star Wars podcast and join us! Please make sure to subscribe free to the show on your preferred platform! For more exclusive podcasts, content, and to support TRB, please join our Patreon!

ANDOR! Here is our complete spoiler review and discussion of Andor episode 9 "Nobody's Listening!". We rate the episode 0 to 10 “Diegos” (using Diego Luna faces), talk about our favorite parts, Easter eggs, and dive into the episode overall. We also speculate on episode 10 and feature comments from listeners and members of the Resistance. The Resistance base is open to all, so please spread the word about our Star Wars podcast and join us! Please make sure to subscribe free to the show on your preferred platform and rate us five stars! For more exclusive podcasts, content, and to support TRB, please join our Patreon!

ANDOR! Here is our complete spoiler review and discussion of Andor episode 8 "Narkina 5". We rate the episode 0 to 10 “Diegos” (using Diego Luna faces), talk about our favorite parts, Easter eggs, and dive into the episode overall. We also speculate on episode 9 and feature comments from listeners and members of the Resistance. The Resistance base is open to all, so please spread the word about our Star Wars podcast and join us! Please make sure to subscribe free to the show on your preferred platform! For more exclusive podcasts, content, and to support TRB, please join our Patreon!

ANDOR! Here is our complete spoiler review and discussion of Andor episode 7 "Announcement". We rate the episode 0 to 10 “Diegos” (using Diego Luna faces), talk about our favorite parts, Easter eggs, and dive into the episode overall. We also speculate on episode 8 and feature comments from listeners and members of the Resistance. The Resistance base is open to all, so please spread the word about our Star Wars podcast and join us! Listen or watch below, and make sure to subscribe free to the show on your preferred platform! For more exclusive podcasts, content, and to support TRB, please join our Patreon!

ANDOR! Here is our complete spoiler review and discussion of Andor episode 6 "The Eye". We rate the episode 0 to 10 “Diegos” (using Diego Luna faces), talk about our favorite parts, Easter eggs, and dive into the episode overall. We also speculate on episode 7 and feature comments from listeners and members of the Resistance.   The Resistance base is open to all, so please spread the word about our Star Wars podcast and join us! Please make sure to subscribe free to the show on your preferred platform! For more exclusive podcasts, content, and to support TRB, please join our Patreon!

Our complete spoiler review and discussion of Andor episode 5 "The Axe Forgets". We rate the episode 0 to 10 “Diegos” (using Diego Luna faces), talk about our favorite parts, Easter eggs, and dive into the episode overall. We also speculate on episode 6 and feature comments from listeners and members of the Resistance.  Check out the tiers, the exclusive content and benefits, and sign up! The Resistance base is open to all, so please spread the word about our Star Wars podcast and join us! Listen or watch below, and make sure to subscribe free to the show on your preferred platform! For more exclusive podcasts, content, and to support TRB, join our Patreon at patreon.com/resistancebroadcast

TRB held a live podcast event during Star Wars Celebration where we gave our thoughts on all of the Star Wars reveals and content from the convention.  We also did a live crowd-participation version of our segments like Will of the Force, where we answered questions like, will the Skywalker legacy lightsabers ever be dug up and used again in live-action? That and more including some fun surprises along the way. Thank you to Radiant Beer Co. for hosting us, our sound man Ben, and most importantly Val at SWNN and TRB patrons for making this event possible! The Resistance base is open to all, so please spread the word about our Star Wars podcast and join us! Please make sure to subscribe free to the show on your preferred platform!

Bob is a journalist, public intellectual, and the author of many books, including The Moral Animal, Nonzero, The Evolution of God, and Why Buddhism Is True. He’s written for countless magazines, including The New Republic, where he co-wrote the TRB column with Mickey Kaus. He and Mickey also co-founded Bloggingheads TV, and the two regularly converse on The Wright Show and The Parrot Room. He also has his own Substack, the Nonzero Newsletter.Bob is quite simply brilliant, and his books have been very influential in the development of my own thinking. Empirical but spiritual, he’s one of a kind.You can listen to the episode right away in the audio player above (or click the dropdown menu to add the Dishcast to your podcast feed). For two clips of my convo with Bob — on what could possibly stop Putin now, and on the danger of humiliating a country — head over to our YouTube page.New transcript just dropped: my convo with Jonathan Haidt over the damage wrought by social media over the past decade. A primer:A listener gives “thanks for producing an interesting, thought-provoking podcast” — then dissents:There was much interesting material in your interview last week with Francis Fukuyama, but there was one major source of disappointment and irritation: your misrepresentation of the ideas of Michel Foucault. Blame Foucault for what you want, but at least try to represent his work truthfully. Contrary to what you asserted, there is no theory of conspiracy in Foucault. On the contrary, he sought to explain that power is exercised in society much less by domination by a few than by influence through diffuse means. He documented how mechanisms of power emerge over time to establish social order in the face of changing economic, social and cultural conditions.  In fact, Foucault sought to answer the question you asked at the end of your interview: if we’re all autonomous, how do we create community? What is it, Foucault asked, that brings order to society at different times, that makes us behave and think in tune with each other, that makes us behave in socially compatible ways, that makes us see ourselves as part of society, and how do we deal with those who seem to deviate from prescribed ways of being and acting? There’s no conspiracy there. There is the steady construction, by numerous people looking to make life more manageable, more productive, etc., of intellectual, institutional and practical means of bringing some order to things and of getting individuals to internalize that order. Here’s a clip from the Fukuyama episode that’s getting a lot of views:Next, a long dissent over last week’s column, “Can A Cult Become A Movement?”:You wrote: “A figure who could mimic Trump’s broader f**k-it-all style, and focus on substantive policy more than Trump does, and have a record of actually getting s**t done, could conceivably co-opt the Trump populism without the Trump baggage.”You must be joking. How do you propose for Trump’s successor to “mimic Trump’s broader f**k-it-all style” — the “it” apparently including democratic norms, the U.S. Constitution, and America’s 200-plus-year tradition of peaceful transitions of power? Trump doesn’t have “baggage.” Not telling your fiancée that you’ve fathered a child during a drunken one-night stand is “baggage.” What Trump has is a proven willingness to burn everything to the ground rather than do the right thing when said right thing involves any damage to his ego. And here’s the kicker: Trump would not have been able to do what he did had it not been for the approval of the GOP.You seem to believe that Trump is the problem, and as soon as he goes away, we can all get back to normal and pretend the Trump presidency never happened. Sorry to shout in all caps, but this is really freaking important: TRUMP IS NOT THE PROBLEM. TRUMP IS A SYMPTOM.Trump is a symptom of a political party that (with very, very few honorable exceptions) wants to grab onto power and hold onto it, ethics be damned. They stood by while Trump spread vicious lies, tried to pressure a secretary of state into altering vote counts, incited a riot (complete with chants of “Hang Mike Pence”), and continues to act like a victim who has been wrongfully deprived of his throne. Had some combination of his cabinet members and GOP congresspeople told him, “Shut up, you clown, what you’re doing is wrong,” January 6 would not have happened. As Bill Maher said on his show, “It’s time to admit that the Republicans don’t just hate the Democrats; they hate democracy. They hate the player and the game!”And you want them back in the White House? Because Biden is old and decrepit and something about trans children and CRT and inflation? I’m sorry to say it, but you sound like Trump apologists back in 2016: “Yes, Trump did some bad things, but Hillary’s emails! And Benghazi!11!!!11”As for the Democrats, I highly recommend this piece by your fellow Substacker Freddie de Boer. To summarize: Democrats suffer from a “worst of both worlds” scenario. On Twitter and in the media, they are the woke fanatics who want to cancel you for using the wrong pronoun and to teach your children that all cis-het white Americans are the Antichrist. In Congress, they are a coalition of woke activists, centrists, and everyone in between, forced to plead with Romney, Collins, and Manchinema to get anything done. The former is more conspicuous than the latter, and so the average voter gets a mental image of Democrats as crazy extremists, while actual progressives are tearing their hair out in frustration with not being able to save the climate and implement universal childcare.Also, I am well and truly flabbergasted by your juxtaposition of “How awful that innocent children have been murdered with a gun! We must do something about the easy availability of guns in our country!” with “Wouldn’t it be swell if Governor DeSantis [who received an A rating from the NRA] became our President in 2024!”Face, meet palm; head, meet desk.Mr. Sullivan, I know you’re a conservative, and I don’t expect you to be happy about the Democrats’ positions on taxes and abortion and whatnot. But please, for the love of all that is holy, do not let that blind you to the danger that the GOP represents. To answer the question in your headline — Can A Cult Become A Movement? — no. No, it cannot. Not if you want America to remain a democracy. As any longtime reader will know, I have no brief for the GOP. I’ve been harshly criticizing it for decades. I would vote for any Democrat rather than Trump, who remains a profound threat to what’s left of liberal democracy. And even if you think Trump represents the real GOP, I don’t think you can argue that his personal vileness, demagogic genius, and insatiable narcissism didn’t also make a difference. And the fact is: we have two parties, the Democrats have completely bungled their opportunity to recapture a vacated center, and I profoundly oppose their ever-leftward social authoritarianism. As for my reader’s defense of the Biden Dems, it’s no defense. The president knew how slim his Congressional majority was, and instead of working from the center out, as he promised, proposed the biggest spending package in decades, has echoed every extreme left position, from abortion to race to immigration to sex changes for children, misjudged the economy by funneling more borrowed money into an overheated economy with supply restraints, and committed the US to a long war of attrition in Europe which Russia believes it cannot lose. There is no one I can see who can replace him who isn’t even further to his left. I voted for Biden, a moderate. I got a woke extremist who cannot command the country’s attention and clearly hasn’t a clue what’s going on in the country. Do you think he understands why and how he may be pushing more Latinos into the GOP camp? I don’t. Pragmatically speaking, in other words, I’m pretty sure the Dems have handed the country over to the GOP for the foreseeable future, and so I’m trying to see how that can somehow save us from a second Trump term. At this point, that’s my main hope. I’m not happy — but DeSantis could be the least awful option in that context. Do you want Biden to run for a second term? It would be “Weekend at Bernie’s,” but not funny.Another reader recommends a book:I was reading your “Rumblings of Rome” piece and couldn’t stop thinking about How Democracies Die by Levitsky and Ziblatt. According to them, democracies are based on a series of unwritten norms of political restraint followed by all the players. They call this “institutional forbearance” and consider it one of the two pillars of a healthy democracy. (The other is “mutual tolerance.”) Money quote:Forbearance means “patient self-control; restraint and tolerance,” or “the action of restraining from exercising a legal right.” For our purposes, institutional forbearance can be thought of as avoiding actions that, while respecting the letter of the law, obviously violate its spirit. Where norms of forbearance are strong, politicians do not use their institutional prerogatives to the hilt, even if it is technically legal to do so, for such action could imperil the existing system.According to the authors, institutional forbearance legitimizes democracy and keeps it going, but once the players start violating the norms, things fall apart. It’s an awesome book and I recommend it to everyone.It is also happening right here right now. It’s a textbook case of the extinction of liberal democracy. Trump was and is incapable of functioning in such a system, and he made everything far far worse. But the Democrats’ response — to shift drastically to the left and to assault our entire system as illegitimate because it doesn’t reflect majority rule in every respect — has made things worse. The response of the Dems to the GOP view that the system is rigged is to argue that the system is rigged in another way — by white supremacy. Both parties are now run by their extremes which do not believe in the rules more than they believe in their agenda. And Biden’s decision to move far to the left of Obama — when he was elected to do the opposite — has told voters like me that voting Democrat means enabling the far left’s seizure of government as well as every other major institution and corporation.Another reader has a truce proposal for the culture wars:I have always voted for Dems because I’m pro-choice. Right now, I’d vote for someone sane who says, “How about we ban assault weapons in exchange for no abortions after 16 weeks?” I’d be in favor of that — with a heavy heart, since it entails giving up a huge chunk of liberty for women. But it might mean less death all around. Everyone loses something and gains something. But who am I kidding? Not going to happen in our lifetimes. Nope. That kind of horse-trading — like building a border wall in return for amnesty — is only accomplished by a liberal democracy. And that’s now extinct in this country. Get full access to The Weekly Dish at andrewsullivan.substack.com/subscribe