Best Mann and Machine Podcasts (2025)

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Exponential Africa S6 E5 - Spatial Computing for AI – How 3D Simulation is Powering the Next Era of Intelligent Machines (feat Aaron Frank) 46:11

8d ago46:11

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From robotics and autonomous vehicles to digital twins and immersive design, spatial computing is at the heart of AI’s physical evolution. In this session, Aaron Frank and Mic Mann explore how 3D simulation is advancing mobility, machine learning, and real-world intelligence.By Be Exponential

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239 David Long - Leading Change 18:46

13d ago18:46

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If there’s one constant in business, it’s change. Thanks to globalization, competition, AI, and other factors, change comes at us continuously. And while adapting to change is a challenge for many, change management is a critically important component of leadership. If not done correctly, employees, teammates, and customers will refuse to buy in. D…

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B J And The Bear (1978) 1:07:00

16d ago1:07:00

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Episode 391 is B J And The Bear (1978) "The Foundlings" Part 1 B. J. McKay, a guitar-playing independent trucker who travels with a fun-loving chimpanzee named Bear, finds himself caught up with a bunch of young women trying to flee a white slaver who happens to be the local sheriff.By Brian Sear

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Delayed Gratification 1:49

19d ago1:49

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We have an episode discussing why AI makes mistakes and what it means for we mere mortals, but we're holing it till next month because, well, we're only human! In the meantime, enjoy this little message from the folks at The Host In The Machine Podcast!!By Mann and Machine

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Exponential Africa S6 E4 - Post-AGI Planning – Are You Ready for Super Intelligence? (feat Peter Xing) 43:06

23d ago43:06

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As Artificial General Intelligence becomes a near reality, how do we prepare for what comes after? Join futurist Peter Xing as he explores what super intelligence could mean for humanity—from ethical frameworks and existential risk to governance models and enhanced intelligence.By Be Exponential

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238 Michael Medline - Principled Achievement 2025 21:53

29d ago21:53

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Every spring, the MBA program at the William & Mary School of Business presents the Principled Achievement Award to a leader who best embraces and demonstrates the tenets of principled achievement. Previous winners include the head coach of the Buffalo Bills, Sean McDermott; and AnnaMaria DeSalva, global chairman of Burson, the global communication…

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Exponential Africa S6 E3 - AI & Big Data – Unlocking the Next Era of Intelligence (feat Wolfgang Fengler) 34:55

1M ago34:55

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Discover the power of AI and data-driven innovation with Wolfgang Fengler from World Data Lab. Explore how AI and big data are shaping economies, industries, and our daily lives, unlocking new dimensions of intelligence and decision-making.By Be Exponential

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The Day Of The TriffIds (1981) 45:14

1M ago45:14

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Episode 390 is The DayOf The Triffids (1981) "Episode 1" Bill, who works at a farm for deadly plants called triffids, was temporarily blinded by one of them and is now in hospital. The hour approaches for the bandages over his eyes to come off, but a strange silence pervades the room.By Brian Sear

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237 Phil Wagner - Polarization 22:45

1M ago22:45

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Have you ever avoided interacting with a colleague because the two of you see the world very differently? You know the conversation will be frustrating, so you just go another way. That, in its most basic form, is an example of polarization. We tend to think of polarization in politics: two parties divided and at two distant extremes. But polarizat…

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The Swiss Family Robinson (1974) 49:24

2M ago49:24

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Episode 389 is The Swiss Family Robinson (1974) "The Arrival"In 1801, a family from Switzerland is shipwrecked on a deserted tropical island. All wash ashore safely except their younger son Franz, who is presumed dead.By Brian Sear

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Ya Basic! The Fundamentals of AI, Pt. 2 43:27

2M ago43:27

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Join Mann and Machine for the second and final installment of "Ya Basic! The Fundamentals of AI," where they dive deeper into the essential building blocks of artificial intelligence. In this enlightening episode, the duo explores the intricate world of AI Models, delving into the algorithms, training data, and training modalities that form the bac…

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Lucan (1977) 1:16:17

2M ago1:16:17

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Episode 388 is Lucan (1977) "Pilot" A 20-year old who spent the first 10 years of his life running wild in the forest after being raised by predatory animals now strikes out on his own in search of his identity.By Brian Sear

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236 Monica Tremblay - The Rapid Growth of LLMs 18:50

2M ago18:50

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November of 2022: That’s when the Large Language Model ChatGPT was introduced. Professionals everywhere started to take notice of, and adopt, the technology. Now, just two years later, we have a number of LLMs at our disposal, including Copilot, Perplexity, Claude, Genesis and DeepSeek. In January, DeepSeek R1 was introduced. Developed by a Chinese…

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Exponential Africa S6 E2- Mind Over Models: Navigating Sovereign AI (feat Alix Rübsaam & Mark Nasila) 37:31

2M ago37:31

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Together, they explore: • The growing significance of Sovereign AI and its implications for personal freedom • The ethical challenges and ownership questions surrounding AI models • How these technologies are shaping our personal identities and societal structures • The evolving landscape of digital autonomy and its widespread effects…

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Mr Merlin (1981) 57:33

2M ago57:33

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Episode 387 is Mr Merlin (1981) "Pilot" Merlin, who nowadays operates an auto mechanics shop, meets Zac, who he takes on as his new apprentice in both sorcery and fixing cars.By Brian Sear

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Ya Basic! The Fundamentals of AI, Pt. 1 35:01

3M ago35:01

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The Host in the Machine Podcast - S01E02: Ya Basic! The Fundamentals of AI, Pt. 1 Join Mann and Machine in the second episode of "The Host in the Machine Podcast," where we embark on another enlightening journey into the world of Artificial Intelligence! This month, we're diving into AI 101, breaking down the essential concepts and terms that will …

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Sheena Queen of the Jungle 50:58

3M ago50:58

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Episode 386 is Sheena Queen Of The Jungle (1955) "Crash in the Jungle" Sheena rescues bush pilot Andy Howard, when his plane crashes in the jungle. Andy was delivering film containing rare footage of a secretive native tribe that had been filmed by Clare Graham, a documentary film maker. Andy is convinced that his plane was sabotaged…

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Exponential Africa S6 E1- Shaping Tomorrow: AI & Metaverse Trends Defining 2025 (feat Cathy Hackl) 43:40

3M ago43:40

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This session features thought leaders Cathy Hackl and Mic Mann, diving into: - The evolution of AI and spatial/metaverse trends - Agentic agents and their transformative potential - Immersive experiences shaping our future - The surge of mass adoption globally - This is more than a conversation; it's your gateway to thrive in the rapidly evolving w…

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Tracker (2001) 1:03:48

3M ago1:03:48

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Episode 385 is Tracker (2001) "Pilot" The guard's prison comes to Earth. He creates a body out of a billboard. He's dazed and disoriented, he encounters Mel who offers him a ride. The guard must now track down all the alien prisoners.By Brian Sear

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Thriller (1973) 1:14:06

3M ago1:14:06

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Episode 384 is Thriller (1973) "Lady Killer" A shy, lonely American girl marries a charming man she meets while on vacation in England, unaware that he has sinister plans for her.By Brian Sear

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235 Brian Mann - The Changing Landscape of College Athletics 22:06

3M ago22:06

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Few businesses have experienced the amount and type of change college athletics has experienced recently. It started when NIL was introduced, which gives college athletes the rights to control and profit from their name, image, and likeness. Now, some of the very best college athletes in the country are earning seven figures. Meanwhile, the transfe…

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The Magician (1973) 1:04:08

4M ago1:04:08

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Episode 383 is The Magician (1973) "The Manhunters" Someone is trying to kill Max Pomeroy, Tony Blake's friend. The investigation leads Blake to an alcoholic lady gambler in distress and the plot thickens in a casino.By Brian Sear

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Meet the Team / Why Understanding AI Matters 25:16

4M ago25:16

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Synopsis In our debut episode, "Meet the Team / Why Understanding AI Matters," Mann and Machine tackle the pressing question of why it's crucial for everyone to grasp the basics of artificial intelligence. From virtual assistants and smart homes to streaming services and social media algorithms, AI is woven into the fabric of our daily lives. Mann …

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Mann & Machine (1992) 1:09:47

4M ago1:09:47

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Episode 382 is Mann & Machine (1992) "Prototype" Los Angeles Police Detective Bobby Mann is teamed with a cyborg cop named Eve to investigate the murders of international steel brokers. Eve finds evidence that implicates another cop, who is also Mann's childhood friend.By Brian Sear

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234 Matt Fiordaliso - Bridging Machine Learning & Finance 15:14

4M ago15:14

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It seems wherever you go, working professionals and companies are talking and strategizing about artificial intelligence, machine learning, and ChatGPT. And many of those conversations have taken place fairly recently. But before all the buzz, way back in 2016, Ai Spark began researching ways machine learning could intersect with finance. Now the o…

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233 Anna Milholland - Good Reads for the New Year 23:27

4M ago23:27

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The holidays and the New Year, a time to relax a bit and recharge your battery. It’s also an opportunity to break away for awhile and read or listen to a good book. But go online or into a bookstore and it’s easy to be a little overwhelmed by all of the choices.To help you cut through the clutter, we invited Anna Milholland to join us. She’s the bu…

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The Shape of Shows to Come 2:24

5M ago2:24

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Mann, Machine and the rest of our AI-feuled on-air talent invite you in for a quick hello and a behind-the-scenes peek at our show! Experience one minute and fifty seconds of delightful conversation, culminating in ten seconds of sheer terror (what can we say, it was one of those days in the studio). Tune in for humor, insights, and the latest AI t…

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232 Joe Jordan - Technology, Storytelling, & Pizza 18:40

5M ago18:40

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When you hear the word “dominoes,” chances are you think pizza. And for good reason: There are over 20,000 Domino’s locations across the world. Domino’s is #1 in the world in quick-service restaurant pizza. It has 20% of the global market share, and 22% market share in the US. And while pizza is the heart and soul of Domino’s, company leaders see t…

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231 Carly Fiorina - The Characteristics of Leaders 17:53

5M ago17:53

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Twenty-five years ago she made history when she became the first woman to be named CEO of a top company. Carly Fiorina became CEO of Hewlett Packard in 1999. During her tenure as Chair and CEO, HP became the largest technology company in the world, as cash flow, revenue, and profit all grew. Since that time, she’s been working as a consultant and l…

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Dream Wife (1965) 1:04:32

6M ago1:04:32

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Episode is 381 Dream Wife (1965) Actress Shirley Jones stars as Lisa Michaels -- a wife with a husband, a boy, and the ability to hear other people's thoughts. Whether she's trying to use it to have a better marriage, make her kid happy, and even trying to save other people's lives, she just can't quite seem to get things right.…

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Deepwater Black (1997) 50:33

6M ago50:33

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Episode 380 is Deepwater Black (1997) "Awakening" Six crew are awakened from stasis to discovered they are aboard a spaceship alone and under attack from an alien spacecraft.By Brian Sear

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230 Dennis Cordell - The Coach’s Agent 21:38

6M ago21:38

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If you’re a sports fan, you often hear about the substantial salaries some professional athletes earn. Most players rely on their agent to handle the details and negotiations on their contracts. But it’s only been recently that many coaches and assistant coaches have turned to agents for guidance. Dennis Cordell is one of those agents. He’s the CEO…

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The Ghost Busters (1975) 1:04:36

6M ago1:04:36

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Episode 379 is The Ghost Busters (1975) "The Maltese Monkey" The Ghost Busters must stop the Fat Man and Rabbit from summoning the ghost of gangster Big Al Caesar, who will help them steal the stuff dreams are made of: the Maltese Monkey.By Brian Sear

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Tales of the Unexpected (1979) 41:45

6M ago41:45

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Episode 378 is Tales of the Unexpected (1979) "The Man From The South" A young American couple on holiday meet a mysterious old gentleman who makes them a macabre wager.By Brian Sear

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229 Michael Healy - The Casual Dining Landscape 19:02

7M ago19:02

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Chances are you’ve dined at one or more of Bloomin’ Brands restaurants. Their brands include Outback Steakhouse, Carrabas, Bonefish Grill, and Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse. Casual dining was hit especially hard during the global pandemic, but thanks to innovative thinking, leadership, and loyal customers, Bloomin’ Brands continues to grow in the US a…

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Detectorists (2014) 54:11

7M ago54:11

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Episode 377 is Detectorists (2014) "episode 1" Andy and Lance are members of the small but dedicated Danbury Metal Detecting Club (DMDC), who search for buried treasure with metal detectors. As boring club president Terry welcomes new member student Sophie Andy and Lance determine to look for the rumoured Saxon hoard on farm-land owned by eccentric…

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228 Biff Baker - Managing Sudden Wealth 17:51

7M ago17:51

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You’re familiar with the stories of lottery winners and athletes suddenly coming into large, life-changing sums of money. It happens to entrepreneurs and professionals who sell their businesses as well. Sudden wealth not only changes the individual’s financial situation, but it has the potential to greatly impact other aspects of their lives. Biff …

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The Middle (2007) 1:02:13

7M ago1:02:13

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Episode 376 is the unaired pilot of "THE MIDDLE" (2007) A look at the life of a lower-middle-class family living in the Midwest. Sue tries out for show choir with disastrous results. Frankie desperately tries to close a sale with disastrous results. Brick has trouble relating to his teacher with odd results.…

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Terry and the Pirates (1952) 52:51

7M ago52:51

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Last on with suspect sound is episode 375 Terry and the Pirates (1952) "Macaco Gold" Hotshot Charlie's plane, with its cargo of gold bullion, is hijacked by the Dragon Lady's operatives while en route to Japan. Terry Lee and Chopstick Joe deduce that the gold could only be disposed of it the Portugese colony of Macao and Terry flies there to attemp…

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227 Dan Draper - Leading a Complex Organization 22:09

8M ago22:09

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The role of the CEO: In this particular case, it means leading a complex global organization. One with employees all over the world, interacting with a robust board, and countless other stakeholders. For Dan Draper, the CEO of S&P Dow Jones Indices, the job means that, and more. Earlier this month, Draper was the keynote speaker for “From Dog Stree…

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Exponential Africa S5 E15 - Ethics in Innovation (feat Kris Østergaard) 28:30

8M ago28:30

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Mic Mann sits down with Kris Østergaard, a leading voice in innovation, ethics, and responsible business transformation. As the co-founder of SingularityU Nordic and Head of Research at the Rehumanize Institute, Kris dives deep into the ethical dilemmas that organizations face in today's rapidly evolving technological landscape. They discuss the in…

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Time Banits (2024) 1:11:19

8M ago1:11:19

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A big of an audio disaster has my laptop deicided to switch to my build in mic, which is only little better than a cup on a string. Base on the 1981 film "Kevin Haddock" A boy struggles to make the most of everyday life-until a bumbling gang of thieves lands in his bedroom.By Brian Sear

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226 Michelle Avery - Forensic Accounting 19:37

8M ago19:37

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The students are back on campus at William & Mary, but before classes began, the new students at William & Mary’s School of Business participated in orientation activities where they heard from employers, alumni, and others. Michelle Avery, Senior Managing Director at J.S. Held, a global consulting firm known for its expertise in forensic accountin…

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Star Maidens (1976) 59:35

8M ago59:35

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Episode 373 is Star Maidens (1976) "Escape To Paradise" Medusa, torn from orbit around Proxima Centauri by a comet, was sent careering through space. Ages later, with Medusa now in orbit between Uranus and Neptune, Adam and Shem escape the autocratic all-female Medusan society and head to earth.By Brian Sear

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Small Wonder (1985) 1:02:41

8M ago1:02:41

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Episode 372 is "Small Wonder" (1985) "Vicki's Homecoming" Genius United Robotronics cybernetics engineer Ted Lawson, brings home for assembly and long-term field beta testing Vicki, or V.I.C.I. (Voice Input Child Identicant): a secretly constructed robotic domestic aide in the form of a 10-year-old girl, to whom housewife Joan takes a shine while 1…

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Exponential Africa S5 E14 - Disruptive Innovation (feat David Roberts) 28:47

9M ago28:47

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Shayne Mann sits down with David Roberts, a world-renowned expert in exponential technologies and disruptive innovation. With a career that spans from being a military officer and special agent to leading tech ventures funded by Silicon Valley's top investors, David's insights are unparalleled. Dive into the future of technology and learn how disru…

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225 Tatia Granger - Working in Teams 19:09

9M ago19:09

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You look at your calendar and you see a Team Meeting is up next. How does that make you feel? Love them or hate them, we spend about a third of our work week working in teams. A Stanford University study found effective teamwork is linked to increased productivity. Harvard Business Review says teams make better decisions than individuals 87% of the…

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Exponential Africa S5 E13 - Decentralized Identity Unlocked (feat Sandy Carter) 26:57

9M ago26:57

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Our host, Mic Mann, sits down with Sandy Carter, a leading figure in Web3 and the current Senior Vice President at Unstoppable Domains. Titled "Decentralised Identity Unlocked," this episode delves into the future of digital identity on the decentralised web. Sandy Carter, with her extensive experience at tech giants like Amazon Web Services and IB…

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Exponential Africa S5 E12 - Tech Frontiers: Innovating for a Better Tomorrow (feat Adam Pantanowitz) 24:01

9M ago24:01

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Welcome to the 12th episode of the 5th season of the Exponential Africa interview series! In this exciting installment, host Mic Mann sits down with the visionary Adam Pantanowitz to discuss Tech Frontiers: Innovating For A Better Tomorrow." Adam Pantanowitz is a renowned biomedical and electrical engineer, innovator, and entrepreneur. As a faculty…

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Exponential Africa S5 E11 - Owning the Digital Future (feat Evan Luthra) 28:05

9M ago28:05

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In this exciting episode, Mic Mann speaks with Evan Luthra, a renowned serial entrepreneur and tech visionary. Known for his early success in app development and investments in over 300 startups, Evan shares his insights on the future of digital innovation. Discover how to navigate and thrive in the ever-evolving digital landscape. Evan’s expertise…

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