Podcasts about Velvet Hammer

The Ankler gets real about what's happening in nonscripted TV, a diverse and thriving industry that includes documentaries, talent/competition/game shows and of course, reality TV. Boardwalk Pictures founder Andrew Fried, Pantheon CEO and Velvet Hammer co-founder Jen O'Connell, Propagate founder Howard Owens and Wheelhouse president of entertainment Courtney White join Series Business writer Elaine Low to dissect the challenges and bright spots of the market on stage at NAB Show in Vegas. These top players — responsible for shepherding projects as varied as FX's "Welcome to Wrexham," Netflix's "Untold," A&E's upcoming "Duck Dynasty" reboot and the digital-first "Victoria's Secret Fashion Show" — reveal their strategies for finding new audiences as cable's reach dwindles, their secrets to great storytelling, and their tactics (including AI) to compete in a disrupted landscape. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've had more than a week to digest the trial of former Illinois House speaker Michael Madigan. We're still processing. Who better to guide that thinking than the Chicago Tribune's investigative reporter Ray Long.    In this episode, Ray joins Lissa & Thom to explore the implications of Madigan's conviction on Illinois politics and the broader issues of corruption within Illinois' political system. We'll get into the challenges of ethical governance and the role of journalism in documenting political misbehavior.   Plus, we ponder the question of whether politicians are capable of policing themselves.    Ray Long is two-time Pulitzer Prize finalist, and author of The House That Madigan Built: The Record Run of Illinois' Velvet Hammer.

Have you ever wondered if your leadership style is too passive, too aggressive, or truly confident? In this episode, Coach Stephanie Kelsey—aka the “Velvet Hammer”—joins me to explore what it means to lead with authentic confidence. Stephanie shares her experiences leading large teams in corporate and volunteer spaces, showing how to balance strength with approachability while inspiring collaboration. We dive into the downsides of aggressive leadership (stifling innovation, shutting down feedback) and passive leadership (avoiding conflict, weak boundaries). You'll leave with tools to foster trust, creativity, and connection wherever you lead.

Have you ever wondered if your leadership style is too passive, too aggressive, or truly confident? In this episode, Coach Stephanie Kelsey—aka the “Velvet Hammer”—joins me to explore what it means to lead with authentic confidence. Stephanie shares her experiences leading large teams in corporate and volunteer spaces, showing how to balance strength with approachability while inspiring collaboration. We dive into the downsides of aggressive leadership (stifling innovation, shutting down feedback) and passive leadership (avoiding conflict, weak boundaries). You'll leave with tools to foster trust, creativity, and connection wherever you lead.

Watch carefully who is objecting to the Donald Trump nominees.Michael Pol and I talk about some of the Trump nominees. Watch carefully who objects to the Trump nominees and why. Now 4 years with WMXI, Biloxi, Mississippi. Loyal listeners in the Pine Belt have named me "The Velvet Hammer". I proudly accept the name!WMXI Episode 154: Put Aside Personalities of Trump Nominees ~ They Represent The Needed Radical Government ChangeOriginally Aired on WMXI Radio on Friday, November 15, 2024Special thanks to the following source(s) for the image(s) used in this content: The Fallible Man LLC➡️ Join the Conversation: https://GeneValentino.com➡️ WMXI Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/NewsRadio981➡️ More WMXI Interviews: https://genevalentino.com/wmxi-interviews/➡️ More GrassRoots TruthCast Episodes: https://genevalentino.com/grassroots-truthcast-with-gene-valentino/➡️ More Broadcasts with Gene as the Guest: https://genevalentino.com/america-beyond-the-noise/ ➡️ More About Gene Valentino: https://genevalentino.com/about-gene-valentino/

Happy Thanksgiving media consumers, Bryan has a bonus episode for you on this holiday. He speaks with Fox's Chris Myers, who takes us through his career. He discusses the following: Interviewing Muhammad Ali (6:40) Joining ESPN and hosting ‘SportsCenter' (11:56) Hosting ‘Up Close' and having the nickname the Velvet Hammer (19:48) His infamous interview with O.J. Simpson (23:07) Interviewing Mike Tyson two years after Tyson bit Evander Holyfield's ear (29:04) Moving from ESPN to FOX (34:54) Mind-blowing sports moment he was present for (37:44) Host: Bryan Curtis Guest: Chris Myers Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

He presided over the infamous Casey Anthony case, but Judge Belvin Perry's remarkable career is about so much more than one trial. And now, he's written a book about it--The Velvet Hammer: Judge Belvin Perry, Jr.'s Capital Murder Cases and Memoir. We discuss growing up during segregation, his distinguished career and, of course, the Casey Anthony case. Velvet Hammer is available at https://a.co/d/aXJtbjh. Get Prosecutors Podcast Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/prosecutors-podcast/ Join the Gallery on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/4oHFF4agcAvBhm3o/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ProsecutorsPod Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prosecutorspod/ Check out our website for case resources: https://prosecutorspodcast.com/ Hang out with us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@prosecutorspod

In this episode of the Chad and Cheese podcast, the boys discuss various topics including Sundar's velvet hammer, LinkedIn's financial success, the recent election results and their implications, and the trend of wealthy Americans considering relocation. The conversation flows from light-hearted banter to serious reflections on political and social issues, all while maintaining a humorous tone. They discuss various topics including the results of a hybrid work experiment, the growth and innovations at LinkedIn, and Google's recent all-hands meeting where AI's impact on jobs was addressed. They explore the implications of hybrid work on productivity and employee satisfaction, LinkedIn's revenue growth and new features, and the concerns surrounding job security in the tech industry due to AI advancements. Chapters 01:03.95 - Election Commentary and European Perspective   01:13.19 - Chad in Nazaré, Portugal   01:37.89 - Travel Plans and Europe Compared to the U.S.   02:09.21 - Election Insights and Mental Health   02:41.38 - Joel Reflects on American Elections and Republican Revolution   04:21.03 - Reflections on Political Cycles and Voter Shifts   05:53.67 - Wealthy Americans Planning to Leave the U.S.   09:03.63 - Text Recruiting and Listener Shoutouts   10:45.49 - Draftboard Business Pivot   11:52.10 - Listener Art and Future Tattoo Ideas   17:20.55 - Hybrid Work Study Discussion   22:17.14 - Hybrid Work Future Predictions   24:34.07 - Immigration Impact on American Workforce   25:06.13 - LinkedIn Revenue and Global Market Growth   27:17.62 - LinkedIn AI and Coaching Feature Expansion   31:32.68 - Google's Velvet Hammer   36:03.05 - Closing Remarks and Halloween Joke

This year, 2024, Circle Sanctuary celebrates its 50th anniversary since its founding. This episode features music from performers at Circle events through the past five decades, including Damh the Bard, Meren King, Velvet Hammer, and more!

After retiring from twenty-five years on the bench, former chief judge, Belvin Perry Jr., reveals a rare and disturbingly vivid first-hand perspective of the most gruesome death penalty cases in which he played a key role, including the infamous Casey Marie Anthony, who was dubbed “America's Most Hated Mom” after her shocking acquittal.The Velvet Hammer is the gripping, true crime memoir of former Chief Judge Belvin Perry Jr., who sentenced some of Florida's most evil and notorious murderers to death, fulfilling his oath to uphold justice. Perry provides a clear, accurate description of America's criminal justice system and explains why the death penalty can, and should, work and how it was applied to certain capital murder cases he either prosecuted or presided over.Perry discusses his journey as an African American growing up in the segregated South, his life as a prosecutor and chief judge, and how he ended up presiding over one of the world's most intriguing capital murder trials of the century: State of Florida v. Casey Marie Anthony.From the widow who slowly poisoned her lovers; to the lust murderer who mutilated his victim while she was still alive; to the serial killer who slayed a family of four, including his own child; as well as several other violent and frightening murders, Perry spares none of the gory details when bringing each case back to life in his debut, true crime memoir. THE VELVET HAMMER: Judge Belvin Perry Jr,'s Capital Murder Cases-Amy Mitchell and Judge Belvin Perry Jr. Follow and comment on Facebook-TRUE MURDER: The Most Shocking Killers in True Crime History https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064697978510Check out TRUE MURDER PODCAST @ truemurderpodcast.com

Episode 377 is up and live now and 3 years in the making, we have the legend himself, Jerry Cantrell! From Alice in Chains to his amazing solo work, this guy changed my life. HIs new record, "I Want Blood" is out now and absolutely amazing. Go check it out after you listen to this chat. Thanks so much to my Velvet Hammer fam for making this happen. We are now proudly presented by Sound Talent Media.  @stmpodcasts   Love the show? Sign up for Premium Pleasure Http://peerpleasure.supportingcast.fm   Visit the website at: www.peerpleasurepodcast.com   Go Rate, Write a Review and subscribe to the show now on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts.   You can now rate the show on Spotify! Please take a moment to do that now if you are streaming on Spotify. Follow the show on Instagram: @peerpleasurepod Follow the show on Twitter: @podpeerpleasure Follow the show on Facebook: @peerppod You can email me at: peerpleasurepod@gmail.com Don't forget to check out our amazing sponsors! Go to distrokid.com/vip/ppp for 30% off your years membership to get your music distributed online everywhere! Thank you DistroKid! @thunderboltguitars @ryderevanrobison.studio @stringjoy @distrokid @hearinglife Music Credits: Opening theme song, "Trans-Am Sunday" by Hobosexual Closing theme song, "My (fucking) Deer Hunter" by Fear Before The March Of Flames Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Dustin Moilanen, Co-Founder & Director of Winemaking, ACTA Wine, Alexander Valley, defining the phrase “A Velvet Hammer”.  Learn more by visiting www.actawine.com

From a private practice litigator to in-house counsel to a full-time arbitrator and mediator, Al Vance has had a storied career. IADC Speaks Host Matt Cairns (Textron Inc.) talks candidly with Al Vance (Vance Dispute Resolutions) about his experiences and legal journey.Learn about when mediation was just part of the process and the moment it evolved to becoming his focus, hear the advice he would give himself as a litigator and as an in-house client from the other side, and discover what the velvet hammer approach is.

We're continuing our discussion of the community-based antidotes for bad religion with a look at spiritual formation. Suzie Lind leads this week's panel of Tim Timmons, Kevin Dixon and Mike Erre. TIMESTAMPS 1:10 Scottish Games -- 2:21 The Importance of Being Authentic -- 4:04 He's Got Legs. He Knows How To Use Them -- 5:33 Say Yes To The Dress Kilt -- 8:10 Brad Erre: Hairrogant -- 9:19 Timestamp Time 10:55 The Velvet Hammer of Suzie's Content Begins 32:15 Sun's Out, Kevin's Guns Out 36:12 Suzie's Not Packing To Officiate 39:00 Seth's So Money 41:10 Till Death Doulas Part --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/journeychurch/support

On this WPN Call #322, Dr. Jim Garlow is joined by Sandy Rios, an award-winning radio talk show host, author, television pundit, and the Director of Governmental Affairs for the American Family Association. She discusses her recently published book "God's Velvet Hammer," which details her life story of how God used an ordinary girl like her to do extraordinary things.    Her website: https://www.sandyrios.com/ https://www.sandyrios.com/god-s-velvet-hammer     Dr. Jim Garlow has partnered with Pastor Mario Bramnick and Terry Barnes to bring you World Prayer Network (WPN), which seeks out Holy Spirit given strategies for how to be an effective and contagious Christ-follower in our present national situations. WPN hosts weekly prayer calls to seek out strategies for the transformation of nations, including our own. During these live calls, we share briefings from key leaders and then pray into what we see and hear from the Lord.     Follow us on social media:  facebook.com/wellversedworld twitter: @wellversedworld instagram: @wellversedworld www.wellversedworld.org

Chicago Tribune investigative reporter Ray Long makes a return visit to the Crisis Cast to prep Lissa & Thom for the upcoming trial of former Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan.    During this episode we take a deeper dive into the "minds" that surrounded Madigan, and his unparalleled career in state government. Long also unpacks the recent sentencing of former Madigan aide Tim Mapes, and lays out the remaining legal timelines for former Speaker Madigan.   Ray Long is author of The House That Madigan Built: The Record Run of Illinois' Velvet Hammer, and a two-time Pulitzer Prize finalist.    

While Nancy Pelosi and her crystal ball just happen to make another fortune trading NVIDA stock this week, Gene and many other real American patriots are meeting at CPAC 2024. Hear what's going on right now in DC first hand from the Velvet Hammer, and how Nikki Haley and the Democrats anti-American plans are being funded by the Marxist billionaire George Soros ~ a massive threat to America and free speech. WMXI Episode 135: CPAC 2024: The Velvet Hammer Walks Media Row ~ AND George Soros, Nikki Haley, & the Democrats' Sinister PlanOriginally Aired on WMXI Radio on Friday, February 23, 2024 at 7:15am CSTSpecial thanks to the following source(s) for the image(s) used in this content:https://www.pexels.com/photo/close-up-photo-of-skull-970517/ Join the Conversation: https://GeneValentino.com WMXI Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/NewsRadio981 More WMXI Interviews: https://genevalentino.com/wmxi-interviews/ More GrassRoots TruthCast Episodes: https://genevalentino.com/grassroots-truthcast-with-gene-valentino/ More Broadcasts with Gene as the Guest: https://genevalentino.com/america-beyond-the-noise/ More About Gene Valentino: https://genevalentino.com/about-gene-valentino/

Sandy Rios is a friend of mine who has been instrumental in the syndicated radio show I do. She has had a fascinating career, traveling to places like China and North Korea. Sandy has a new book out called “God's Velvet Hammer” in which she talks about taking the word of God to dangerous places. She also shares a Bible verse and correlating story of how she keeps her faith in these difficult situations and locations as well as insight from her time behind the walls of the Mockingbird Media.What does God's Word say? Psalm 119:105Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.Episode 1,396 Links:www.SandyRios.comGod's Velvet Hammer: How an Ordinary Girl Was Called to Do Extraordinary Things4Patriots https://4Patriots.com/Todd Stay connected when the power goes out and get free shipping on orders over $97. Alan's Soaps https://alanssoaps.com/TODD Use coupon code ‘TODD' to save an additional 10% off the bundle price. Bioptimizers https://bioptimizers.com/todd Use promo code TODD for 10% off your order. Bonefrog https://bonefrogcoffee.com/todd Use code TODD at checkout to receive 10% off your first purchase and 15% on subscriptions. Bulwark Capital Bulwark Capital Management (bulwarkcapitalmgmt.com) Call 866-779-RISK or visit online to get their FREE Common Cents Investing Guide. GreenHaven Interactive Digital Marketing https://greenhaveninteractive.com Your Worldclass Website Will Get Found on Google!

Join Karen Koehler in this episode of The Velvet Hammer as she shares how her team's adept maneuvering around the City of Seattle's media embargo was crucial in honoring and protecting their clients during the George Floyd BLM peaceful protesters lawsuit. By skillfully getting their message out despite the media embargo, they ensured their clients' stories were heard, playing a key role in ensuring comprehensive justice along with the $10 million settlement.To learn more about the lawsuit, please visit: Black Lives Matter Injured Protesters Lawsuit - Stritmatter Kessler Koehler MooreThank you for listening! Follow Karen Koehler on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

For the last episode of the year, I am getting reflective and marveling on what the year brought me (and you, since you're listening to this episode!). I also share my big dream for this business and the specific types of people I want to ultimately be here for. Thank you for every download, review, and share. You're the heartbeat behind this podcast, and I love you all to pieces. Shop Bookish Edits this holiday: Discounted Memoir Method 2024 enrollment (Read more about The Memoir Method here.) All-Access pass (enrollment in the Memoir Method, the 30-day incubator, and the memoir structure masterclass) The Memoir Writer's Toolkit The Key to Memoir ebook A Story Worth Writing audio course Memoir 101 masterclass From the Ashes episodes 4: Memoir Rundown of From the Ashes 13: Vingettes and the Velvet Hammer, a From the Ashes Deep Dive 14: Boundaries and Singularity (From the Ashes final thoughts) Bonus: A Recap of the Lost Audio (From the Ashes through the Memoir Method) Waitlists for 2024 programs Memoir Method waitlist Speedway waitlist Masterclass waitlist Podcast books for 2024 Dancing at the Pity Party Under the Henfluence Brown Girl Dreaming The Color of Water You can find me on Instagram @bookish.editor, Facebook, and LinkedIn.Join my email list to stay up to date on the podcast and everything else going on in Bookish Edits.

Marcia Page is the Co-Founder and Executive Chair of Värde Partners and Founder and CEO of MPowered Capital. Värde is a thirty-year-old $13 billion leading global alternatives firm specializing in credit. MPowered came out of Marcia's personal investing and focuses on accelerating equity for best-in-class female and underrepresented talent through capital, commitment, and connections. Marcia is one of the few women to have founded and scaled an alternatives firm over three decades. Our conversation spans Marcia's extensive career. We discuss her Minnesota roots, early days at Cargill, founding and scaling of Värde, value investing, and transition of leadership at the firm. We then turn to the latest phase in Marcia's career at Mpowered Capital and her efforts to address the industry's diversity gap. Learn More Follow Ted on Twitter at @tseides or LinkedIn Subscribe to the mailing list Access Transcript with Premium Membership

AKA The Memoir Method and From the Ashes. Even though the fantastic conversation is lost forever, I couldn't let us wrap up From the Ashes without breaking it down using the Memoir Method framework. If you want to learn more about the Memoir Method framework, go give episode 02 a listen. If you want to listen to other episodes where we discuss From the Ashes, you can find those here: 04: Memoir Rundown of From the Ashes 13: Vignettes and the Velvet Hammer, a From the Ashes deep dive 14: Boundaries and Singularity in Memoir, From the Ashes final thoughts You can also head here to check out the different blog posts on the website about From the Ashes.You can find me on Instagram @bookish.editor, Facebook, and LinkedIn.Join my email list to stay up to date on the podcast and everything else going on in Bookish Edits.

In today's episode I have Ginny Walters back with me to deep dive From the Ashes further. We examine how Jesse Thistle uses vignettes to manage the reading experience and guide the reader through what is a very difficult narrative. Writing through vignettes does not come naturally to me as a writer, and so I loved examining this device with Ginny. You can find your own copy of From the Ashes here, and can find other episodes where we discuss this memoir here. If you want to connect with Ginny online, you can find her on Instagram at @ginnyreadsandwrites.You can find me on Instagram @bookish.editor, Facebook, and LinkedIn.Join my email list to stay up to date on the podcast and everything else going on in Bookish Edits.

In this candid episode of "The Velvet Hammer," seasoned trial lawyer Karen Kohler takes listeners behind the scenes of her intense and demanding career, revealing the struggles and triumphs that come with fighting high-stakes legal battles. After decades in the field, Karen reflects on her journey from being one of the youngest members in the exclusive ABOTA trial bar to managing a bustling law firm, all while navigating the personal and professional challenges that come with it. She shares her internal conflict about dedicating time to legal organizations versus her moral missions and personal life. Karen openly discusses her relentless work ethic, the adrenaline of winning cases, and the perpetual quest for justice that keeps her going, even amidst the burnout that many lawyers face. Despite her packed schedule and the constant pull between career, causes, and personal life, Karen remains unapologetically passionate about her work, while also acknowledging the importance of family and close friends. Tune in to explore the intricate balance of a life fully lived in the pursuit of justice, and the contemplation of what truly matters when the gavel finally rests.Thank you for listening! Follow Karen Koehler on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

This episode of The Velvet Hammer provides listeners with an eye-opening glimpse into the challenges faced by women in the legal profession. Karen delves into uncomfortable encounters she's experienced over the years in her legal career, exploring how these actions were a form of microaggression and a display of power dynamics. She examines the reasons why women, including herself, often ignore or downplay such situations, aiming to be seen as equal professionals rather than being defined by their gender or appearance.  Tune in to hear why she let sexual microaggressions slide – and wish she hadn't. Thank you for listening! Follow Karen Koehler on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

The White House chief-of-staff role is the hardest gig in Washington, D.C. Dick Cheney blamed the job for giving him his first heart attack, during the Ford Administration. A hapless chief of staff can break a Presidency; an effective one was nicknamed the Velvet Hammer. In January, Joe Biden's first chief of staff, Ron Klain, was replaced by Jeffrey Zients. In a conversation from last winter, the staff writers Susan B. Glasser, Jane Mayer, and Evan Osnos use Klain's departure as a jumping-off point to discuss what it's actually like to run a White House.

As the managing partner of The Stritmatter Firm, Karen's role extends beyond a trial lawyer. In this episode of The Velvet Hammer, Karen discusses her recent experiences with two Communication Coaches, one for firm-wide matters and another for personal development. Now, you might wonder why she's discussing coaching and counseling so openly with her listeners. Isn't that topic meant to be private? Absolutely! However, the legal profession rarely broaches this topic, which to Karen, in itself, calls for introspection. Tune in to hear more. 

In this episode of the Velvet Hammer, Seattle trial lawyer Karen Koehler shares her experiences dealing with the big bad insurance defense lawyers.  From their pack mentality to the insufferable superiority complex, Karen is a street punk fighter ready to take on the challenge. Thank you for listening! Follow Karen Koehler on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

In this episode of Tuna On Toast, Stryker sits down with David Beno Benveniste, CEO of Velvet Hammer Music and Management Group. Beno is the man who signed System of a Down, and he reveals how he discovered the band and what it was like working with Rick Rubin on their albums. Beno's other clients include Avenged Sevenfold, Korn, AFI, Alice in Chains and Deftones. He told Stryker about Davey Havok's greatness, what makes Jerry Cantrell such a great musician, how Jonathan Davis strives for success and why he wanted to work with M Shadows and the A7X guys long before he ever signed them. Beno also shares advice for bands starting out today, as well as the concept of artists as “brands” that can build relationships with fans over years. Velvet Hammer also co-created the Sick New World festival. Beno reveals how that event came together and what the future holds for it. Click that subscribe button, follow @Tunaontoast on socials and thank you for supporting the show!

Bring Down The Velvet Hammer | Musk Makes Room for the New Twitter Chief #Twitter Visit us at - https://marketingoclock.com/ Join our Discord Community - http://community.marketingoclock.com/ On this week's episode of Marketing O'Clock, guess we'll just have to NB-C if Twitter's new CEO can repair their relationship with advertisers. Plus, it looks like ad blockers are feeling a bit blocked from YouTube. Also, Microsoft is really Bing-ing it on with their new chat features. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Intro - 00:00 NEWS - 5:31 Take of the Week - 15:29 ICYMI - 17:08 Lightning Round Paid - 18:58 Lightning Round Organic - 25:03 Lightning Round Social - 34:29 Working Hard or Hardly Working - 42:13 Cool Tool - 45:04 Must Read Marketing Article of the Week - 45:50 Shootin the Heck - 47:48 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/marketing-oclock/message

In this episode of the Velvet Hammer, Seattle trial lawyer Karen Koehler discusses the devastating consequences of drunk driving, her frustration with the delayed legal processes, and the need for stricter accountability for drunk drivers. Thank you for listening! Follow Karen Koehler on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

Google AI, err ughm, Google I/O kicked off last Wednesday. The company spent most of its 2 hours plus keynote talking about Artificial intelligence, and it also officially announced the Pixel Tablet and the Pixel Fold phone.Elon Musk has named a new CEO to take the helm at Twitter. Linda Yaccarino, a.k.a. The Velvet Hammer, is expected to officially move into the role in within the next 6 weeks.A Snapchat influencer launches an AI-powered 'virtual girlfriend' to help 'cure loneliness'.And the Godfather of AI offers a dire warning about the dangers of artificial intelligence.Link to Show Notes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Linda Yaccarino established herself as an advertising sales machine at NBCUniversal. On Friday, Elon Musk announced she'd be Twitter's new CEO. WSJ's Amol Sharma discusses some of the challenges Yaccarino will face at the revenue- starved social media platform.  Further Reading: - Meet Linda Yaccarino, Elon Musk's New Twitter CEO and the Ad World's ‘Velvet Hammer'  Further Listening: - Why Elon Musk's Twitter Is Losing Advertisers  - Elon Musk's 'Extremely Hardcore' Twitter  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Police stations, park district buildings, closed schools being used to house migrants, as more arrive on buses from Texas. Mayor-Elect Johnson chooses an interim police superintendent. Reset goes behind the headlines on the Weekly News Recap with Mike Lowe, reporter for WGN TV News, David Greising, president of the Better Government Association and Ray Long, Chicago Tribune investigative reporter and author of The House That Madigan Built: The Record Run of Illinois' Velvet Hammer

I get hiiiiigh... Happy 4/20! This week, I invite Marcelina from Velvet Hammer to discuss the connection of cannabis to mental health and explore if there are scientific based research that shows how cannabis can improve mental health issues.  Resources and references mentioned on the show: Free Cannabis Hotline Cannigma Best strains and terpenes for nausea   Cheech and Chong Cruise Chews Code: Tactless15 for 15% off!   Follow Tactless Radio on: Instagram: tactless_radio Twitter: tactless_radio TikTok: tactlessradio Facebook: tactlesspodcast Email: Tactlesspodcast@gmail.com  Music Producer: @__chrismay @sydny.nicole

In this episode of The Velvet Hammer, Karen Koehler discusses lame late tactical apologies. Thank you for listening! Follow Karen Koehler on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

Gov. J.B. Pritzker doesn't just appear at the top as a defendant in the Macon County gun-ban challenge in front of the Illinois Supreme Court. He's also the top donor for two supreme court justices' campaigns. Pritzker donated a total of $2 million to then-Illinois Supreme Court candidates Mary O'Brien and Elizabeth Rochford, $1 million each. The governor signed a law in 2022 that capped contribution limits in such campaigns to $500,000 from “any single person.” Despite that, to each candidate, half a million came from each of Pritzker's political campaign and his revocable trust. Gov. J.B. Pritzker said Wednesday that despite his million-dollar donations to two Illinois Supreme Court justices last year, they are independent and should not have to recuse themselves from two high-profile cases before them in which the governor is a defendant. Attorneys separately challenging Illinois' gun ban in state court continue to differ in their approach. On behalf of state Rep. Dan Caulkins, R-Decatur, and others, attorney Jerry Stocks secured a final judgment against the ban in Macon County Friday. “When the law is declared facially unconstitutional, it is invalid as if it never existed,” Stocks told The Center Square. “So, that deceleration in a judgment here in Macon County triggers [Illinois Supreme Court] jurisdiction under a very specific rule.” The 80-year-old man once called the "Velvet Hammer" for his successful dominance of Illinois politics is arguing the state's bribery and official misconduct statutes are unconstitutional ahead of his corruption trial. Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan served in the Illinois House from 1971 to 2021. From 1997 to 2021, he served as speaker of the Illinois House, making him one of the state's most powerful politicians. He faces 23 counts of racketeering, bribery and official misconduct as part of a federal indictment. Madigan said he was just doing his job as a politician and that the state's laws are overly broad. --- Listen to Other ATN Productions: America in Focus: A weekly feature of the top TheCenterSquare.com stories of the week out of Washington D.C. with commentary from The Center Square editors and more! America's Talking: An interview podcast hosted by Austin Berg. Guests include professors, journalists, artists, business and nonprofit leaders, authors, and more. Everyday Economics: Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss global markets, inflation, and everything else that will help you understand the economic world around you. Future of Freedom: Future of Freedom is a bi-weekly podcast highlighting the work of the non-profits which are shaping the future of the freedom movement. Listeners will hear civil, intellectual conversations about why the organizations exist, what their mission is, and how they work to achieve it. Hosted by Scot Bertram. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/illinois-in-focus/support

Did you know there's a lot more to Danone than Dannon? Do you know the definition of a B Corp? Oat or Soy... or a new low-sugar non-dairy milk? Linda Bethea, Head of Marketing for Danone North America—a top 15 Food and Beverage company in the US—gives us the insider's scoop on all of the above and how she markets all TWENTY of Danone's brands. She is shaping the marketing strategy for some of the most loved CPG products in the country—from Danimals to Evian Water and (my personal favorite) Stok Coffee. Since Danone is the country's LARGEST B Corp (listen and learn!), we explore the role of brand purpose in marketing today. Something that runs deep at Danone, going back half a century when the CEO started the concept of a “Dual Project" where companies care about societal value as much as shareholder value. Consumers want brands that take a stand and have a strong point of view. Building brands with purpose that positively impact the world is core to everything we do at Danone. Linda has enjoyed an impressive marketing career across CPG categories, from potato chips to liquor, and now leads a massive team that's moving the Danone name into the future. That means pushing the envelope on product development, navigating the ever-changing marketing landscape, and finding unique brand partnerships that align with the corporate mission... all while continuing to “delight” consumers. Heads up, there will be a lot of (brand)name-dropping in this episode! Linda and I get into: How consumer tastes and trends drive innovation and marketing creativity Linda's path from soda to spirits to spirited field work that that supercharged her path to leadership and taught her how to negotiate and get things done Cool ways Danone is raising the sustainability bar, like rescuing fruit and repurposing bottles into shoes...and how those efforts influenced her home life Her definition of brand purpose and how proper marketing of it impacts consumer choice and company values What' my on my plate as an ova-lacto-pesce-vegetarian, and is the demand for plant-based foods today just a trend or...? Why she's bullish on audio when it comes to winning the consumer attention game (this will really resonate when you catch my NEXT podcast interview -- with Pierre Bouvard, Head of Research for Cumulus Westwood One!) How she earned the nickname of The Velvet Hammer... And...what Linda reads and watches with her 13-year-old daughter that makes her a better parent. She's smart, and inspiring and mission-driven. Don't miss this conversation with a conscientious consumer marketer and leader. NOTE: If you'll be at SXSW in March '22, you can find her speaking with me more about the power of audio, thanks to Sounds Profitable. Ask me for deets. podcasts@mossappeal.com Big scoop! Read about the impact of dairy and what Danone is doing to reduce methane. And see their new campaign for Silk "NextMilk", designed to inspire the next generation of milk drinkers, but made from plants and with 75% less sugar. The #whosnext campaign features plant-based enthusiasts such as Brooklyn Beckham, Sailor Brinkley-Cook, and Myles O'Neal donning their best Silk ‘stache and inviting others to join them. Watch the hit Super Bowl spot from Oikos Listen to the Insider Interviews episode about Sustainable Brands, with founder KoAnn Skrzyniarz Learn about B corp certification Check out The Female Quotient -- and get your OWN velvet hammer or mini microphone charm: https://www.thefemalequotient.com/ Social: Connect with Linda on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/linda-bethea-12b7a1 Follow Danone: https://www.instagram.com/danonenorthamerica/ Follow Insider Interviews and E.B. Moss: Twitter: @insiderintervws and @mossappeal  IG: @insiderinterviews and @mossappeal   FB:  InsiderInterviewsPodcast and PINTEREST because, yes, it's a thing  LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/mossappeal   And,

In this episode of the Velvet Hammer, Seattle trial lawyer Karen Koehler discusses the quality of being aggressive as an attorney. Thank you for listening! Follow Karen Koehler on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

Joining Mike on this episoide is veteran Illinois political and investigative Tribune reporter, Ray Long. Like Mike, Ray is a long-time Dodger fan, and someone who has documented the state and city's history of poliical corrumption. Author of The House that Madigan Built: The Record Rule of Illinois' Velvet Hammer.

The White House chief of staff is the second most powerful but hardest gig in Washington, D.C. Dick Cheney blamed the job for giving him his first heart attack, during the Ford Administration. A hapless chief of staff can break a Presidency; effective ones get nicknamed the Velvet Hammer. On Friday, the Biden Administration announced that Ron Klain will depart as chief of staff, after two long years in the job. The staff writers Susan B. Glasser, Jane Mayer, and Evan Osnos gather for their weekly conversation to look at what Klain accomplished and what to expect from his replacement, Jeffrey Zients.

In this episode of the Velvet Hammer, Seattle trial lawyer Karen Koehler describes the grief of losing a trial. Thank you for listening! Follow Karen Koehler on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

The Vox&Hops Album Review Crew & I sat down to discuss our Top 10 Albums of 2022. Throughout this chat, JIMBO drank Craftwerk's "Hop Head⁷" the 8% IPA / Propeller Brewing's "Nachtflug" the 9.1% Imperial Stout, Jerry Monk drank L'Apothicaire x Vox&Hops' "Brewtal Montreal" the 4% Světlé Výčepní / 5e Baron x Vox&Hops' "Ossuary" the 6.5% IPA brewed with Phantasm, Evan Welch drank some Guinnesses / Four Phantoms Brewing x RPM Fest's "Grim Ritual" the 5.5% Czech Pilsner, Philippe Brousseau drank Le Prospecteur's "Ojibway" the 4.5% Special Bitter / 5e Baron's "Bill in a Barrel - Cognac" the 10% Barrel Aged American Barleywine while I enjoyed Peticolas Brewing's "Velvet Hammer" the 9% Imperial Red Ale / Miskatonic Brewing x Vox&Hops' "Lucid Dreams" the 6.8% IPA. Make sure to check out Vox&Hops' Brewtal Awakenings Playlist which has been curated by the Metal Architect Jerry Monk himself on either Spotify or Apple Music. This playlist is packed with all the freshest, sickest & most extreme albums each week!!! This episode was recorded at December's Thirsty Thursday Virtual Hang. Episode Links: Website: https://www.voxandhops.com/ Join The Vox&Hops Mailing List: http://eepurl.com/hpu9F1 Join The Vox&Hops Thirsty Thursday Gang: https://www.facebook.com/groups/162615188480022 Craftwerk: https://www.craftwerk.de/ Propeller Brewing: https://propeller-bier.com/ 5e Baron: https://www.5ebaron.com/ L'Apothicaire: https://www.facebook.com/brasserielapothicaire Guinness: https://www.guinness.com/ Four Phantoms Brewing: https://www.fourphantoms.net/ Le Prospecteur: https://microleprospecteur.ca/ Peticolas Brewing: https://www.peticolasbrewing.com/ Miskatonic Brewing: https://www.miskatonicbrewing.com/ Vox&Hops Brewtal Awakenings Playlist: https://www.voxandhops.com/p/brewtal-awakenings-metal-playlist/ Sound Talent Media: https://soundtalentmedia.com/  Evergreen Podcasts: https://evergreenpodcasts.com/ Vox&Hops Metal Podcast Merchandise: https://www.indiemerchstore.com/collections/vendors?q=Vox%26Hops

In this episode of the Velvet Hammer, Seattle trial lawyer Karen Koehler discusses the toll of being in trial a lot. Thank you for listening! Follow Karen Koehler on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

In this episode of the Velvet Hammer, Seattle trial lawyer Karen Koehler reflects on the nasty defense lawyer from her latest trial.Read about the trial here. Thank you for listening! Follow Karen Koehler on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

Reset goes behind the headlines on the Weekly News Recap with Tina Sfondeles, Chicago Sun-Times chief political reporter, Jacoby Cochran, City Cast Chicago host, and Ray Long, Chicago Tribune investigative reporter and author of The House That Madigan Built: The Record Run of Illinois' Velvet Hammer.

Legendary voice director Andrea Romano talked to us about the 30th anniversary of Batman: The Animated Series. Here are a few of the topics we covered: Ensemble recording and trying to record with Christopher Lee and Alex Trebek. Working with David Warner, Ed Asner, animators using the actors for reference, and auditioning 200 people for the voice of Batman. Creating Harley Quinn, only casting pleasant people, firing a drunk person, being called The Velvet Hammer, and making sure even the smaller roles have great performances. Thanks to our sponsors Marcus Theatres (https://www.marcustheatres.com/), Historic St. Charles, Missouri (https://www.discoverstcharles.com/), and Bug's Comics and Games (https://bugscomicsandgames.com/) Amazon Affiliate Link - http://bit.ly/geektome Buy Me a Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/3Y0D2iaZl Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/GeekToMeRadio Website - http://geektomeradio.com/ Podcast - https://anchor.fm/jamesenstall Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GeekToMeRadio/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/geektomeradio Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/geektomeradio/ Producer - Joseph Vosevich https://twitter.com/Joey_Vee --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jamesenstall/support

In this episode of the Velvet Hammer, Seattle trial lawyer Karen Koehler is mad at a judge.