The Rebel Tech podcast, hosted by Zach Whiting and David Dunmoyer, is a product of the Texas Public Policy Foundation that explores technology and innovation, and its implications on everything from culture, public policy discussions, business, to how we live our lives and interact with one another. The Rebel Tech podcast features prominent guests, ranging from lawmakers to entrepreneurs to thought leaders fighting on the side of humanity on the digital frontier.
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Beginner friendly if listened to in order! For anyone interested in an educational podcast about philosophy where you don't need to be a graduate-level philosopher to understand it. In chronological order, the thinkers and ideas that forged the world we live in are broken down and explained.
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The Intelligent Rebel Squadcast features the ideas and views of the people on the current status of our society. The IRS (no pun intended) gives a platform to the people who don't believe in the status quo and want to create change in the system. We encourage independent critical thinking and forward progress. Ignorance and negativity is the enemy. We will win. Stay Intelligent. Stay Rebellious. Squad.
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If you would like to support the work I do, Please consider making a donation. https://www.paypal.me/satisila To find out more, or to join one of my many programs check my site: https://www.davesmithdharma.com/ For nearly 30 years, Dave Smith has held a practice rooted in the Insight Meditation (Vipassana) tradition. He was empowered to teach through the Against the Stream Buddhist Meditation Society, is a certified teacher for Cultivating Emotional Balance (CEB) which is combines contempora ...
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Venture into the elusive world of intelligence collection and espionage to spot, assess and debrief: spies, handlers, catchers, analysts, cut-outs, dangles, diplomats, security experts and the storytellers who bring them all to life. Check your electronics and subscribe, do a thorough surveillance detection route, secure your Live Drop location, and after a mad-minute introduction, listen in on conversations with our fascinating guests who help to illuminate a complex universe. A HUMINT expe ...
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Earth’s shattered future. Humanity’s natural resources have been exhausted. When our planet is devastated by an atomic cataclysm, a new life emerges for a cross-section of humanity within the walls of a towering megastructure known as Tier City. A self-appointed governing body of world-leaders, called The Universal Council, control this New Earth. Tier City residents are force-fed Network propaganda by an influencer known only as The Preacher. Rachel is a young drone delivery pilot with ambi ...
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Let's be honest. The hardest person you will ever have to lead is the person you look at in the mirror everyday. Self-leadership is the most important thing we do as leaders, but it's hard. And it hasn't gotten any easier in a world of smart phone addiction, social media comparison, global pandemics, and information overload (just to name a few obstacles). That's why Intentional Leader exists. We help leaders take the guesswork out of self-leadership, fight a reactionary lifestyle, accelerat ...
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The story of Spaceship Earth is simple... We live on a life giving rock called Earth hurtling through space. Like a spaceship, we have a finite amount of supplies with an intelligent operating system, called nature, which keeps everything replenished as long as we all respect it and participate wisely. So a deep relationship with this mysterious system, along with spontaneous co-operation between humans and all life is essential to keep us thriving and the spaceship flying. In this podcast I ...
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Welcome to the War Studies podcast. We bring you world-leading research from the School of Security Studies at King’s College London, the largest community of scholars in the world dedicated to the study of all aspects of security, defence and international relations. We aim to explore the complex realm of conflict and uncover the challenges at the heart of navigating world affairs and diplomatic relations, because we believe the study of war is fundamental to understanding the world we live ...
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Here to offer my take on current events, music reviews, and other broad topics that occur in this walk called life! Stay tuned
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In Beyond Busy, Graham Allcott invites interesting people and explores with them the often messy truths and contradictory relationships around topics like work-life balance, happiness and success. In short, this is where we ask the bigger questions about work. Graham Allcott is the author of How To Be a Productivity Ninja, a keynote business speaker and the founder of Think Productive - inspiring and equipping people and organisations to transform work for the better. Hosted on Acast. See ac ...
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The Rebel Tech Podcast | Episode 22: Phones in The Classroom
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17:58On this episode of the Rebel Tech Podcast, TPPF's John Mondi is joined by Richardson ISD Assistant Superintendent Dr. Matthew Gibbins and Jeanne Mallory, a teacher from Rancier Middle School in Killeen ISD to discuss how their districts have taken the initiative to eliminate the distractions of phones in the classroom as well as some potential supp…
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Watching the Jackals: Cold War Terror, Espionage, and Prague’s Secret Role
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47:49How did communist Czechoslovakia become a hub for Cold War terrorists like Carlos the Jackal and Abu Daoud? And what can today’s intelligence professionals learn from its uneasy covert alliances? In this episode, Dr Daniela Richterova, Senior Lecturer in Intelligence Studies at the Department of War Studies, joins Dorothea Gioe, Visiting Research F…
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Spying in South Asia: Cold War Intelligence and the Making of Modern India
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55:16How did Cold War intelligence operations shape postcolonial India’s domestic politics and international alignments? Why did Western agencies prioritise relationships with Indian counterparts while publicly decrying non-alignment? And what can today’s policymakers learn from the legacies of covert cooperation in the Global South?In this episode, Dr …
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Spying in South Asia: Cold War intelligence and the making of modern India
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1:00:09How did Cold War intelligence operations shape postcolonial India’s domestic politics and international alignments? Why did Western agencies prioritise relationships with Indian counterparts while publicly decrying non-alignment? And what can today’s policymakers learn from the legacies of covert cooperation in the Global South? In this episode, Dr…
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123: General Stan McChrystal — How to Face Fear, Pivot from Failure, and Live a Disciplined Life
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57:48➡️ Get my Newsletter (Intentional Letter): https://courses.calwalters.me/signup Discover Your Core Values: https://calwalters.me/course Get On Character by General McChrystal: https://www.mcchrystalgroup.com/about/books/detail/2025/01/04/on-character--choices-that-define-a-life Follow Stan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stanmcchrystal/ Learn about th…
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Episode #228 ... Albert Camus - Kafka and The Fall
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30:45Today we talk about Camus' book The Fall and what the main character represents in his larger project. We also talk about someone Camus deeply admired, Franz Kafka, and how to think of the images he created in his work. We talk about the experience of the modern individual in relation to politics. We also talk about what Camus and Kafka disagreed o…
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Found within the Zen tradition, this talk explores the paradox of a sudden awakening followed by a gradual cultivation. It explores the idea of what does it mean to "practice". This was given in person at the Durango Dharma Center. https://www.durangodharmacenter.org/By dave smith
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This is by far the longest and most thorough talk on the 8 fold path that you will ever find. 5:55. I spliced it all together here for you because it is what I do. If you want to offer some support and send some $$ my way. Much appreciated. https://www.davesmithdharma.com/contact/By dave smith
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Today we talk about the concept of exile from the work of Camus. We focus on a couple stories from his book Exile and The Kingdom. We talk about why Camus insists that true lucidity can only arise from the jarring lived experience he calls “exile,” not from armchair reflection. We talk about Janine’s desert epiphany in “The Adulterous Woman.” We ta…
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From rebels to rulers: Who are Syria’s new leaders?
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49:38In December 2024, the Assad regime in Syria was overthrown. Today, Ahmed al-Sharaa is acting as the interim president of Syria, at the head of a new transitional government.What will the future look like for Syria under its new leader? Will the coalition of rebel factions be able to work together to build a stable future for Syrians?Dr Nafees Hamid…
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Existential, therapeutic, contemplative, ethical.By dave smith
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Due to much chatter amongst the crowd, I have further unpacked my thoughts around the previous rant. Come and see fo yo self.By dave smith
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Episode 73 – The Invisible Spy: Ernest Cuneo and the Secret Machinations of American Power This episode visits the untold life of Ernest Cuneo—a professional football player turned journalist, turned presidential fixer, turned invisible architect of wartime espionage. Before the CIA existed, Cuneo was already moving between the White House, British…
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Rebel Tech Podcast | Episode 21: App Store Accountability and More with Joel Thayer
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52:14On this episode of The Rebel Tech Podcast, TPPF's David Dunmoyer and Greyson Gee sit down with President of the Digital Progress Institute, Joel Thayer, to discuss tech policy issues like responsible use of AI, empowering parents to parent in the digital age with the App Store Accountability Act, and much more.…
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Today we talk about Camus’ concept of rebellion and how it offers a powerful alternative to abstract ideologies. We talk about solidarity as the foundation for justice without systems. We talk about the death penalty as a symbol of premeditated murder disguised as virtue. We talk about rebellion as something closer to art than politics—an act roote…
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How behavioural science can pave the way to peace in Colombia
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52:49In 2016, the Colombian government signed a historic peace agreement with guerilla group the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia, also known as FARC. The agreement brought an end to 52 years of war, but today, eight years after the agreement was ratified, Colombia is still not at peace.In this episode, Dr Nafees Hamid and Dr Andrés Casas discuss …
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122: Will Acuff — Find Joy in Life's Struggles
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45:24➡️ Get my Newsletter (Intentional Letter): https://courses.calwalters.me/signup Discover Your Core Values: https://calwalters.me/course Get Will's book: https://noelevatortoeverest.com/ Learn about Corner to Corner: https://cornertocorner.org/ In this conversation, Will Acuff shares his journey of finding joy amidst life's challenges, particularly …
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Author John Lechner talks about his powerful new book, Death Is Our Business, a definitive investigation into Russia’s notorious private military company, the Wagner Group. With firsthand accounts, OSINT research, and a historian’s depth, Lechner traces Wagner’s evolution from covert operators in Ukraine to global players in Syria, Africa, and beyo…
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121: Dr. Steve Graves — Work-Life Balance Tools to Win at Home and at Work
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46:38Sign up for The Intentional Letter: https://courses.calwalters.me/signup Discover Your Core Values Course: https://courses.calwalters.me/offers/DmXNju9f/checkout The Work-Life Balance Toolbox: https://www.stephenrgraves.com/balance Steve's book, Flourishing (for free!): https://www.stephenrgraves.com/flourish Cornerstone+ Membership: https://www.co…
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Episode #225 ... Albert Camus - The Plague
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32:52We look at Albert Camus' The Plague. We talk about a common misreading from the Myth of Sisyphus. We talk about different cycles of his work from his earlier individual confrontation with the absurd to a more community focus. We talk about solidarity. Absurd heroes. Empathy and metaphysical rebellion. Hope you enjoy it, my friends. :) Sponsors: Fac…
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Kit Turner & A Ragtag Group of Rebels Hit The Shores of Revolutionary Cuba
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50:41🎙️ The Live Drop – Episode 71: Kit Turner on the Cuban Revolution, Espionage, and Historical Fiction In this episode, I speak with former intelligence officer and historical fiction author Kit Turner, whose latest novel Children of Outer Darkness dives deep into the origins of the Cuban Revolution. What begins as a conversation about Kit’s book qui…
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The national and transnational dynamics of Iraq's Islamic Resistance landscape
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42:03The Islamic Resistance in Iraq (IRI) is considered a key player in Iran’s Axis of Resistance, and its connection to the state security forces in Iraq has raised concerns about its access to power and position. But the IRI isn’t a cohesive organisation; it’s made up of armed factions which have their own agendas and domestic interests to pursue, and…
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The dark side of the Dharma is real, and mostly ignored. Some thoughts on the matter.By dave smith
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Episode #224 ... Albert Camus - The Stranger
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29:58Today we talk about the book The Stranger by Albert Camus. We talk about why Camus saw himself as an artist and not a philosopher. We talk about happiness. The absurd and it's full implications. The Mediterranean lifestyle. The sun as a symbol of immanence. Revolt against the absurd as a descriptive claim-- not a normative one. Sponsors: ZocDoc: ht…
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120: Katie Quesada — Master Storytelling with Story Expert to Fortune 500 Companies
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53:50➡️ Sign up for my Intentional Letter: https://courses.calwalters.me/signup Follow Katie's work: https://katiequesada.com/ In this conversation, storytelling expert Katie Quesada discusses the profound impact of storytelling on personal and professional lives. She emphasizes the importance of storytelling in leadership, how it can create emotional c…
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The Rebel Tech Podcast | Episode 20: Criminal Justice in the Digital Age with Brett Tolman
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22:20Live from Texas Policy Summit 2025, TPPF's David Dunmoyer sits down with Right on Crime Executive Director, Brett Tolman to discuss the connections between technology and criminal justice, FISA and how the future of A.I. in policing.By Texas Public Policy Foundation
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Episode #223 ... Religion and the duck-rabbit - Kyoto School pt. 3
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34:48Today we talk about the relationship between philosophy and religion. We talk about the duck-rabbit as a metaphor that may have something useful to teach us about the way we experience reality. We talk about the enormous difficulty of fully addressing the question: what is religion? We talk about Schelling's historical view of revelation and its co…
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119: Rich Diviney — Navy SEAL Secrets to Master Stress with Retired Navy SEAL Commander
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1:00:50Get weekly insights from me: https://courses.calwalters.me/signup Take the Attributes Assessment (make sure you use coupon code INTENTIONALLEADER15 to get 15% off at check out): https://theattributes.com/assessment-tool Get Rich's new book, Masters of Uncertainty: https://www.amazon.com/Masters-Uncertainty-Navy-Stress-Success/dp/B0DMGYW5YH/ref=sr_1…
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This talks highlights the reality that the attention economy is over, we are now in the addiction economy. You have been warned. Double down on your practice. This talk was given at the DSD mentoring group. If you are interested in joining you can check out this LINK.By dave smith
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118: Alison Wood Brooks — Make Great Conversations Easy with Proven Strategies from Harvard Expert
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1:04:12Subscribe to the Intentional Letter (my weekly newsletter): https://courses.calwalters.me/signup Watch this on YouTube: https://youtu.be/DHP2Eahxjm0 Alison Wood Brooks is the O’Brien Associate Professor of Business Administration and Hellman Faculty Fellow at the Harvard Business School. She teaches an award-winning course in the MBA curriculum cal…
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Episode #222 ... Dostoevsky - Love in The Brothers Karamazov
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40:44Today we talk about the philosophical themes around love in The Brothers Karamazov. We talk about Dostoevsky's existential, tragic form of Christianity. Family as a microcosm of society. Active love as an experiential framing. The Grand Inquisitor. Hope you love it! :) Sponsors: ZocDoc: https://www.ZocDoc.com/PHILO Rocket Money: http://www.RocketMo…
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Rebel Tech Podcast | Episode 19: The New Frontier of A.I. with Steve Kinard
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54:37On this episode, David and Zach are joined by Steve Kinard, President of the AI Innovation Association and former Texas House candidate, to discuss the AI landscape in Texas and unpack other tech issues like the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, China’s DeepSeek, and opportunities for further growth in Texas’ tech sector…
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Rebel Tech Podcast | Episode 18: Striking the AI Balance with Shon Pan
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55:51On this episode, David and Zach are joined by AI Expert Shon Pan to discuss what the right balance is between having responsible regulation of AI without stifling innovation.By Texas Public Policy Foundation
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Today we talk about the book The Idiot by Fyodor Dostoevsky. We talk about the curse of sainthood. The connection between beauty and morality via his moral-aesthetic spectrum. Realism vs. Idealism. And how beauty can save the world. Hope you love it! :) Sponsors: ZocDoc: https://www.ZocDoc.com/PHILO Better Help: https://www.BetterHelp.com/PHILTHIS …
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117: Charles Feltman — A Simple Framework for Building (and Rebuilding) Trust that Every Leader Needs
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57:43Subscribe to the Intentional Letter (my weekly newsletter): https://courses.calwalters.me/signup Get the The Thin Book of Trust. Cal and Charles Feltman delve into the intricate nature of trust, exploring its biological underpinnings and the personal experiences that shape our propensity to trust or distrust others. They discuss the importance of s…
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Space FM Shed Mix - January 2002 - Deep Tech House Vibes -
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1:14:09One from the archives! Twenty three years ago - a vinyl mix in the shed at Space.FM in East LondonDeep tech-house vibesBy Dan Burgess
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