Best Naval Engineers Podcasts (2025)

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Raye Montague: The Hidden Figure Who Revolutionized Naval Engineering 5:23

10d ago5:23

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In the pre-dawn quiet of the U.S. Navy’s David Taylor Model Basin, a young Black woman sat behind a computer, quietly rewriting history. This is the story of Raye Montague—engineer, innovator, and a hidden figure whose brilliance transformed naval ship design. Born in Jim Crow-era Little Rock, Arkansas, Montague dreamed of becoming an engineer afte…

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#811: 2x Olympic Archery Medalist Jake Kaminski — Behind-the-Scenes Stories of Coaching Tim, What Archery Teaches About High Performance, and Excellence Under Pressure 2:50:06

1d ago2:50:06

2:50:06

Jake Kaminski is a two-time Olympic silver medalist in archery and a longtime member of the US Archery Team. He runs a successful YouTube channel, writes training guides, and develops high-performance gear under the Kaminski Archery brand. Sign up for the Kaminski Archery Backyard Championship here. Sponsors: Helix Sleep premium mattresses: https:/…

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#810: Terry Real — The Therapist Who Breaks All The Rules 1:55:08

8d ago1:55:08

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Terry Real is a nationally recognized family therapist, author, and teacher. His book I Don't Want To Talk About It: Overcoming the Secret Legacy of Male Depression, the first book ever written on the topic of male depression, is a national bestseller. His new book, Us: Getting Past You & Me to Build a More Loving Relationship is a New York Times b…

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29: The Honorable Sean Stackley and The Story of Aegis 1:00:01

9d ago1:00:01

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In this episode of Talk a Little, Learn a Lot, The Honorable Sean Stackley, former Acting Secretary of the Navy, discusses Admiral Wayne E. Meyer, the "Father of Aegis," the Aegis Combat Weapons System, it's ever evolving role, and his experiences in shipbuilding...all in anticipation of the upcoming special edition of the Naval Engineers Journal e…

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#809: The 4-Hour Workweek Tools That Still Work — The Art of Refusal and The Low-Information Diet 1:20:31

16d ago1:20:31

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This time around, we have a bit of a different format, featuring the book that started it all for me, The 4-Hour Workweek. Readers and listeners often ask me what I would change or update, but an equally interesting question is: what wouldn’t I change? What stands the test of time and hasn’t lost any potency? This episode features two of the most i…

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#808: Stephen West — From High School Dropout to Hit Podcast, and from Stocking Groceries to Reading Philosophy for a Living 1:44:59

23d ago1:44:59

1:44:59

Stephen West is a father, husband, and host of the Philosophize This! podcast. Sponsors: Gusto simple and easy payroll, HR, and benefits platform used by 400,000+ businesses: https://gusto.com/tim (three months free) Momentous high-quality supplements: https://livemomentous.com/tim (code TIM for up to 35% off) Eight Sleep’s Pod 4 Ultra sleeping sol…

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#807: In Case You Missed It: March 2025 Recap of "The Tim Ferriss Show" 45:53

24d ago45:53

45:53

This is a special inbetweenisode, which serves as a recap of the episodes from last month. It features a short clip from each conversation in one place so you can easily jump around to get a feel for the episode and guest. Based on your feedback, this format has been tweaked and improved since the first recap episode. For instance, listeners sugges…

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28: Steve Barton, Scott Johnson of Team Sublime & ISR 25 26:16

24d ago26:16

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This episode of Talk a Little, Learn a Lot, the American Society of Naval Engineers (ASNE) podcast, is the third in our series about the 18th International Submarine Races. Steve Barton and Scott Johnson of Team Sublime discuss their team’s legacy to include that The Spirit of the Race Award is named in honor of Stephen Barton, Steve’s son and Scot…

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Lisa Gelobter: From GIFs to government tech: this is what happens when you go STEM 5:24

24d ago5:24

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Despite making major strides in tech, Black women remain underrepresented in STEM. Lisa Gelobter defied the odds—helping pioneer internet video, shaping the GIF, launching Hulu, and leading digital innovation in the Obama administration. In this episode, we explore her trailblazing journey and how she’s opening doors for the next generation in tech…

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Case File: Elementary, season 1 1:19:16

27d ago1:19:16

1:19:16

What do Trainspotting, Charlie’s Angels, a rooftop covered in bees, and a pet turtle named Clyde have in common? Welcome to our case file on season 1 of Elementary, which ran on CBS starting in September 2012. Sarah and Marisa walk us back to 2012 and reminisce about watching the show when it aired, dissect its first season and the portrayals of it…

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#806: How Rich Barton Built Expedia and Zillow from $0 to $35B — Audacious Goals, Provocation Marketing, Scrabble for Naming, and Powerful Daily Rituals 2:25:01

30d ago2:25:01

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Rich Barton is the co-founder and co-executive chairman of Zillow, a company transforming how people buy, sell, rent, and finance homes. Before Zillow, Rich founded Expedia within Microsoft in 1994 and successfully spun the company off as a public company in 1999. He served as president, CEO, and board director of Expedia and later co-founded and s…

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#805: Philip Goff — Exploring Consciousness and Non-Ordinary Religion, Galileo's Error, Panpsychism, Heretical Ideas, and Therapeutic Belief 2:16:13

1M ago2:16:13

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Philip Goff is a professor of philosophy at Durham University. His main research focus is consciousness, but he is interested in many questions about the nature of reality. He is most known for defending panpsychism, the view that consciousness is a fundamental and ubiquitous feature of the physical world. He is the author of Galileo's Error: Found…

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27: Dr. Robert Stone, Cara Johnston of Va Tech & ISR 25 37:38

1M ago37:38

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In this episode, Dr. Robert Stone, aka "Dr. Bob," and Cara Johnston discuss the Virginia Tech Hokies' human-powered submarine team that will enter the 18th International Submarine Race held at NSWC Carderock June 23-27, 2025. The Hokies have a strong legacy at ISR to include winning the overall competition at the 6th ISR in 2001. Listen in and lear…

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George Washington Williams: The Man Who Told the Truth About the Congo 4:46

1M ago4:46

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George Washington Williams turned experience into history. Soldier, preacher, politician, and pioneering historian — he was a man determined to tell the truth no matter the cost. Best known for exposing King Leopold II’s brutal reign in the Congo, Williams used his voice and pen to challenge injustice across the globe. But long before that, he was …

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#804: Robert Rodriguez, The Wizard of Cinema Returns — The "Fear-Forward" Way of Life, How to Overcome Self-Doubt, Learning to Love Limitations, and Counter-Intuitive Parenting That Works 1:44:15

1M ago1:44:15

1:44:15

Robert Rodriguez is a film director, screenwriter, producer, cinematographer, editor, and composer. Rodriguez has written, produced, directed, and edited a series of successful films including El Mariachi, Desperado, From Dusk Till Dawn, the Spy Kids franchise, Once Upon a Time in Mexico, Frank Miller’s Sin City, and many more. Robert recently laun…

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See justice done: Crooked Man discussion 1:01:31

2M ago1:01:31

1:01:31

A violent crime, a terrible betrayal, a shocking death… and mongeese. From The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes, “The Adventure of the Crooked Man” is a complicated and compelling puzzle of a story that circles around betrayal, disability, empire, real-world events and Victorian geopolitics. Content warning: CROO is chock full of Victorian racism, ableis…

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#803: Craig Mod Returns — Epic Walks in Japan, The Art of Slowness, Digital Detox, Publishing “Impossible” Books, and Choosing Beauty Over Scale 2:28:54

2M ago2:28:54

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Craig Mod Returns! Craig is a writer, photographer, and walker living in Tokyo and Kamakura, Japan. He is the author of Things Become Other Things and Kissa by Kissa. He also writes the newsletters Roden and Ridgeline and has contributed to The New York Times, The Atlantic, Wired, and more. Sponsors: Shopify global commerce platform, providing tool…

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#802: Craig Mod — The Real Japan, Cheap Apartments in Tokyo, Productive Side Quests, Creative Retreats, Buying Future Freedom, and Being Possessed by Spirits 2:15:49

2M ago2:15:49

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Craig Mod is a writer, photographer, and walker living in Tokyo and Kamakura, Japan. He is the author of Things Become Other Things and Kissa by Kissa. He also writes the newsletters Roden and Ridgeline and has contributed to The New York Times, The Atlantic, Wired, and more. Sponsors: David Protein Bars 28g of protein, 150 calories, and 0g of suga…

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26: CAPT Jerry Rovner & ISR 25 50:48

2M ago50:48

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In the most recent episode of “Talk a Little, Learn a Lot,” the American Society of Naval Engineers (ASNE) podcast, Captain Jerry Rovner, USN-Ret, discusses with host Stephen Phillips the International Submarine Races (ISR). These are human-powered submarine races hosted each year at NSWC Carderock. Jerry has been the race director since 1991. With…

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#801: In Case You Missed It: February 2025 Recap of "The Tim Ferriss Show" 44:40

2M ago44:40

44:40

This is a special inbetweenisode, which serves as a recap of the episodes from last month. It features a short clip from each conversation in one place so you can easily jump around to get a feel for the episode and guest. Based on your feedback, this format has been tweaked and improved since the first recap episode. For instance, listeners sugges…

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#800: Ev Williams — The Art of Pivoting (e.g., Odeo to Twitter), Strategic Quitting, The Dangers of Premature Scaling, Must-Read Books, and More 1:03:37

2M ago1:03:37

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Ev Williams is the co-founder of Mozi, a new social network that helps you connect in person with the people you care about. Over the past 25 years, Ev has co-founded several companies that have helped shape the modern internet—including Blogger, Medium, and Twitter. This episode was recorded live at Diggnation, where digg.com was relaunched. Go to…

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25: Dr. Michael Briscoe and PEP 25 37:34

2M ago37:34

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In the most recent episode of “Talk a Little, Learn aLot,” the American Society of Naval Engineers (ASNE) podcast, ASNE Educator in Residence, Dr. Michael Briscoe, discusses with host Stephen Phillips Promoting Electric Propulsion Workforce Development Program hosting its national competition for 2025. Listen in to hear about this exciting competit…

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James Hemings: The Forgotten Pioneer of American Cuisine 5:39

2M ago5:39

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Join host Tamara Shiloh as we uncover the remarkable story of James Hemings, a culinary pioneer whose influence on American cuisine has been largely overlooked. Born into slavery in 1765 and owned by Thomas Jefferson, James became a master of French cooking, training in Paris under elite chefs. He introduced iconic dishes like macaroni and cheese, …

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#799: Richard Taylor and Greg Broadmore, Wētā Workshop — Untapping Creativity, Stories from The Lord of the Rings, The Magic of New Zealand, Four Tenets to Live By, and The Only Sentence of Self-Help You ... 2:23:16

2M ago2:23:16

2:23:16

Richard Taylor is the co-founder and creative lead at Wētā Workshop, which he runs with his wife and co-founder Tania Rodger. Wētā Workshop is a concept design studio and manufacturing facility that services the world’s creative and entertainment industries. Their practical and special effects have helped define the visual identities of some of the…

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#798: Terry Real — Breaking the Rules of Traditional Couples Therapy for Superior Results, A Few Frameworks That Work 40:59

2M ago40:59

40:59

For this episode, I’m doing something a bit different. I’m featuring five chapters from the audiobook Fierce Intimacy by Terry Real. What you will hear in this episode will help you identify both your and your partner’s losing strategies in relationships, and help you move from disharmony to repair. Terry is the creator of Relational Life Therapy, …

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24: Captain Roy Springer & USS Albacore (AGSS 569) 42:04

2M ago42:04

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In the most recent episode of Talk a Little, Learn a Lot, the American Society of Naval Engineers (ASNE) podcast, Captain Roy Springer, USN-Ret, discusses with host Stephen Phillips his command of the test submarine and first tear-drop shaped hull, USS Albacore (AGSS 569). This includesdetailed discussions of its control surfaces (laminar flow and …

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George Beckett & The Invention That Changed Mail Delivery 4:28

2M ago4:28

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In this episode, we dive into the history of a small yet impactful invention—the house door letterbox. Before the convenience of secure mail slots, postal carriers had to knock and wait for someone to answer the door. But thanks to George Beckett, that all changed. Tune in to learn how this 19th-century innovation revolutionized mail delivery, refl…

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#797: Dr. Keith Baar, UC Davis — Simple Exercises That Can Repair Tendons (Tennis Elbow, etc.), Collagen Fact vs. Fiction, Isometrics vs. Eccentrics, JAK Inhibitors, Growth Hormone vs. IGF-1, The Anti ... 1:59:22

3M ago1:59:22

1:59:22

Dr. Keith Baar is a Professor at the University of California, Davis in the Department of Physiology and Membrane Biology. During his Ph.D. studies, his research revealed that mechanical strain on muscle fibers activates the mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR) signaling pathway, a crucial regulator of muscular hypertrophy. Subsequently, he studied…

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#796: L.A. Paul — On Becoming a Vampire, Whether or Not to Have Kids, Getting Incredible Mentorship for $250, Transformative Experiences, and More 1:42:00

3M ago1:42:00

1:42:00

L.A. Paul is the Millstone Family Professor of Philosophy and Professor of Cognitive Science at Yale University. She is also the author of Transformative Experience. Her work on transformative experience has been covered by The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Guardian, NPR, and the BBC, among others. And in 2024, she was profiled by Th…

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Joseph Winters: Climbing the Ladder of Innovation 5:32

3M ago5:32

5:32

In this episode of Once Upon a Time in Black History, we explore the remarkable story of Joseph Richard Winters, the inventor whose fire escape innovations saved countless lives. From his early days in Virginia to his groundbreaking patents in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, Winters' legacy extends beyond firefighting—his work with the Underground Rail…

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The Adventure of the Crooked Man 50:13

3M ago50:13

50:13

"It's every man's business to see justice done." From The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes, "The Adventure of the Crooked Man" by Arthur Conan Doyle, narrated by Dan Heidt. More info: https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com/listen/the-adventure-of-the-crooked-man This narration was read by Dan Heidt. Dan is a songwriter and podcaster from Columbus, Ohio…

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#795: The End of Time Management 51:46

3M ago51:46

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This time around, we have a bit of a different format, featuring the book that started it all for me, The 4-Hour Workweek. Readers and listeners often ask me what I would change or update, but an equally interesting question is: what wouldn’t I change? What stands the test of time and hasn’t lost any potency? This episode features one of the most i…

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#794: Brandon Sanderson on Building a Fiction Empire, Creating $40M+ Kickstarter Campaigns, Unbreakable Habits, The Art of World-Building, and The Science of Magic Systems 3:23:00

3M ago3:23:00

3:23:00

Brandon Sanderson is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Stormlight Archive series and the Mistborn saga; the middle-grade series Alcatraz vs. the Evil Librarians; and the young-adult novels The Rithmatist, the Reckoners trilogy, and the Skyward series. He has sold more than 40 million books in 35 languages, and he is a four-time nomine…

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Defying Expectations: The Trailblazing Journey of Jane Matilda Bolin 5:09

3M ago5:09

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Discover the inspiring story of Jane Matilda Bolin, the first Black woman judge in the U.S. Born in 1908, Jane overcame racial discrimination and societal barriers to graduate from Yale Law School and serve 40 years as a family court judge. A fierce advocate for children’s rights and racial justice, her legacy reshaped the legal system and paved th…

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#793: How to Calm Your Inner Storm — A Guided Meditation to Tame Restlessness with Zen Master Henry Shukman 13:53

3M ago13:53

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This episode is part of a new experiment called Meditation Monday. The teacher, Henry Shukman, has been on my podcast twice before. He is one of only a few dozen masters in the world authorized to teach Sanbo Zen, and now, he’ll be your teacher. In addition to my long-form interviews each week, every Monday I’ll bring you a short 10-minute or so me…

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#792: Seth Godin on Playing the Right Game and Strategy as a Superpower 2:00:11

4M ago2:00:11

2:00:11

Seth Godin is the author of 21 internationally bestselling books, translated into more than 35 languages, including Linchpin, Tribes, The Dip, and Purple Cow. His latest book is This Is Strategy. Sponsors: Cresset prestigious family office for CEOs, founders, and entrepreneurs: https://cressetcapital.com/tim (book a call today) AG1 all-in-one nutri…

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#791: How to Feel at Peace Amidst High Stress — Guided Meditation with Zen Master Henry Shukman 12:25

4M ago12:25

12:25

This episode is part of a new experiment called Meditation Monday. The teacher, Henry Shukman, has been on my podcast twice before. He is one of only a few dozen masters in the world authorized to teach Sanbo Zen, and now, he’ll be your teacher. In addition to my long-form interviews each week, every Monday I’ll bring you a short 10-minute or so me…

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An evil dream: Engineer's Thumb discussion 50:04

4M ago50:04

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Missing engineers, missing gangs, and missing thumbs - “The Adventure of the Engineer’s Thumb” is a delicious macare story about near-death experiences, the perils of working in engineering, and Sherlock Holmes’ lack of tact. This week’s discussion delves into the inherently Gothic nature of this somewhat understated tale, how much we love when Wat…

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23: ASNE 2025 w ExecDir Dale "Kid" Lumme 16:16

4M ago16:16

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In this episode of “Talk a Little, Learn a Lot,” the American Society of Naval Engineers (ASNE) podcast, ASNE Executive Director Dale “Kid” Lumme discusses with host Stephen Phillips ASNE’s major events for 2025 to include Promoting Electric Propulsion (PEP), the Intelligence Ships Symposium, MEGARUST, The Fleet Maintenance and Modernization Sympos…

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#790: Chris Sacca — How to Succeed by Living on Your Own Terms and Getting Into Good Trouble 3:05:50

4M ago3:05:50

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Chris Sacca is the co-founder of Lowercarbon Capital and manages a portfolio of countless startups in energy, industrial materials, and carbon removal. If it's unf**king the planet, he's probably working on it. Previously, Chris founded Lowercase Capital, one of history's most successful funds ever, primarily known for its very early investments in…

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#086 Jim O’Shaughnessy: Learning to Learn, AI Disruption, and the Future of Publishing 1:07:49

4M ago1:07:49

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Topics: (00:00:00) - Intro (00:03:30) - What’s the most important thing you’ve ever learned? (00:07:23) - Learning to Learn (00:11:20) - How learning changes as you age (00:18:51) - How do you think about your circle of competence? (00:22:21) - The future of book publishing and how authors adapt (00:35:29) - AI disruption in book publishing (00:47:…

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Mother Hale: The Angel of Harlem 5:13

4M ago5:13

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A selfless pioneer in childcare and community support, Clara opened her Harlem home to infants born into the most challenging circumstances—children of mothers battling addiction and, later, those affected by the HIV/AIDS epidemic. Discover how her love for children and unwavering dedication gave rise to Hale House, a haven that changed the lives o…

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#789: Ease Into Stillness — Guided Meditation with Zen Master Henry Shukman 12:46

4M ago12:46

12:46

This episode is part of a new experiment called Meditation Monday. The teacher, Henry Shukman, has been on my podcast twice before. He is one of only a few dozen masters in the world authorized to teach Sanbo Zen, and now, he’ll be your teacher. In addition to my long-form interviews each week, every Monday I’ll bring you a short 10-minute or so me…

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#788: Naval Ravikant and Aaron Stupple — How to Raise a Sovereign Child, A Freedom-Maximizing Approach to Parenting 3:11:42

4M ago3:11:42

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Aaron Stupple (@astupple) is the author of The Sovereign Child: How a Forgotten Philosophy Can Liberate Kids and Their Parents. Naval Ravikant (@naval) is the co-founder of AngelList. He has invested in more than 100 companies, including many mega-successes, such as Twitter, Uber, Notion, Opendoor, Postmates, and Wish. Stick around after the end of…

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Jan Ernst Matzeliger 4:46

4M ago4:46

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Jan Ernst Matzeliger was a biracial Surinamese-American inventor whose automated lasting machine brought significant change to the manufacturing of shoes.By Tamara Shiloh

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#787: How to Be in The Present Moment — Guided Meditation with Zen Master Henry Shukman 15:57

4M ago15:57

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This episode is a new experiment called Meditation Monday. The teacher, Henry Shukman, has been on my podcast twice before. He is one of only a few dozen masters in the world authorized to teach Sanbo Zen, and now, he’ll be your teacher. In addition to my long-form interviews each week, every Monday I’ll bring you a short 10-minute or so meditation…

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#786: Tactics and Strategies for a 2025 Reboot — Essentialism and Greg McKeown 1:48:27

4M ago1:48:27

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Greg McKeown is the author of two New York Times bestsellers, Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less and Effortless: Make It Easier to Do What Matters Most. 200,000 people receive his weekly 1-Minute Wednesday newsletter, and he recently released The Essentialism Planner: A 90-Day Guide to Accomplishing More by Doing Less. Sponsors: Momentou…

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22: San Diego Section Chair, Captain John Markowicz, USN-Ret 20:33

4M ago20:33

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In this episode, Captain John Markowicz, USN-Ret, the ASNE San Diego Section Chair, discusses his views of ASNE, the future of Naval Engineering, and shares an engineering sea story from his time aboard USS Elliot (DD-967).By American Society of Naval Engineers

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#085 Ben Reinhardt: How to Discover New Technology, Playing the Longest Game, and Philanthropy in Technology 57:15

4M ago57:15

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Topics: (00:00:00) - Intro (00:05:25) - Studying both Medieval History and Engineering (00:09:48) - Founding Speculative Technologies (00:11:25) - Defining “Useful” in Science and Technology (00:13:46) - Building the roadmap of discoveries to unlock futuristic tech (00:17:24) - The need for new institutions (00:25:22) - Why focus on material scienc…

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George Franklin Grant 4:38

4M ago4:38

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In this episode, discover the fascinating journey of Dr. George Franklin Grant, a trailblazing dentist, Harvard faculty member, and inventor of the first wooden golf tee. Learn how his passion for innovation and golf left a lasting mark on the sport.By Tamara Shiloh

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