Best Sam Schultz Podcasts (2025)

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#462 Framed by the Algorithm: Tim O’Hearn on the Dark Psychology of Social Media 52:30

6h ago52:30

52:30

What happens when the very platforms meant to connect us instead manipulate us? In this eye-opening conversation, Tim O’Hearn — former black-hat growth engineer, bestselling author of Framed: A Villain’s Perspective on Social Media — joins Mehmet to expose the hidden mechanisms behind social media addiction, fake engagement, and the dark psychology…

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Clarinet Corner - Mozart and the Clarinet with Special Guest Marie Ross - Part 1 of 2 49:13

7h ago49:13

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If it weren't for Mozart, would we be sitting here talking about the clarinet? We'll tackle this question and more in the first of two episodes featuring Marie Ross, Senior Lecturer of Music at The University of Auckland!By Troy Public Radio

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Bonus Backlog Bonanza - Ep. 5 29:56

1d ago29:56

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This bonus episode was originally posted on Patreon on July 28, 2021 titled "Poopoopeepeepedia - Episode 5." Original Patreon description: Hank faces the consequences of his bathroom humor titling by diving into the poopy waters of urine and feces! SciShow Tangents is on YouTube! Go to www.youtube.com/scishowtangents to check out this episode with …

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#461 Investing in the Future of Healthcare: Cameron Sabet on AI, Space, and the VC Edge in MedTech 43:55

1d ago43:55

43:55

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we dive into the unique intersection of venture capital, healthcare innovation, and frontier tech with Cameron Sabet, a Georgetown medical student and Principal at Multifaceted Capital. Cameron shares his unconventional path from academia to venture capital, and how he evaluates startups through both a c…

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#460 Radical Reconnection: Sam Rad on Thriving in a Post-Human World 56:12

4d ago56:12

56:12

In this deeply reflective episode, Mehmet welcomes futurist, bestselling author, and technologist Sam Rad to explore how we navigate—and thrive—in a world reshaped by exponential tech. From AI and quantum computing to deepfakes and biotech, this conversation is less about predicting the future and more about reclaiming what it means to be human. 🔑 …

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Bonus Backlog Bonanza - Ep. 4 34:03

5d ago34:03

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This bonus episode was originally posted on Patreon on June 30, 2021 titled "Q and Bidet - Episode 4." Original Patreon description: What popular songs does Ceri know? How stumped did she get by your science questions? Listen to this episode of Q and Bidet (I should mention Hank came up with that name all by himself) to find out! SciShow Tangents i…

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#459 Hiring Like a Poker Pro: Joel Quintela’s POKER Framework for Better Decisions 59:11

7d ago59:11

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In this thought-provoking episode, Mehmet sits down with Joel Quintela, a business psychologist and former computer systems engineer, to break down the biggest hiring blind spots—and how to fix them. Joel shares how psychology, structured assessments, and poker strategies can help founders and leaders hire better, retain top talent, and create winn…

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Episode 178 - Muppet Babies, Season 5, Episodes 4-6 (1988) with Nick Jenkins 2:20:03

8d ago2:20:03

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The boys are back to their regularly-scheduled Muppet Babies torture, and they tricked another friend into watching with them: podcaster, producer, and dear friend Nick Jenkins! Episodes covered: "Is There A Muppet in the House," "Slipping Beauty," and "Muppet Baby Boom" Go to http://kermitmentstuff.com/ to get your Kermitment merch! Kermitment has…

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Bonus Backlog Bonanza - Ep. 3 30:02

9d ago30:02

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This bonus episode was originally posted on Patreon on May 28, 2021 titled "Q and Play - Episode 3!" Original Patreon description: We've named the Patreon podcast! Enjoy Sam trying to answer your science questions while Ceri and Hank give him encouraging/condescending smiles. SciShow Tangents is on YouTube! Go to www.youtube.com/scishowtangents to …

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#458 Lucas Lovell on SaaS Growth, Global Payments, and the Future of Product 43:15

9d ago43:15

43:15

🔍 Episode Overview In this episode, Mehmet sits down with Lucas Lovell, VP of Product at Paddle, to unpack the powerful yet often overlooked role of payments in SaaS growth. From navigating tax compliance and pricing localization to optimizing for global expansion, Lucas shares product leadership insights and the future of billing in an AI-powered …

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Buck Shamrock - 30 Year Law Enforcement Veteran 1:44:43

10d ago1:44:43

1:44:43

Buck Shamrock of X stops by the virtual bar to discuss his 30 year career in law enforcement from time in the jail to tactical teams on the street. We discuss the biggest changes and challenges he sees with the new hires joining the force, the "recipes" inmates cook in jail, the George Floyd riots, as well as sharing his unique takes on a variety o…

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#457 Why Founder-Led Growth Isn’t Optional: Jess Schultz on Early-Stage GTM, Metrics, and Startup Scaling 49:41

11d ago49:41

49:41

In this high-impact episode, Mehmet sits down with Jess Schultz, a fractional CRO/CMO and angel investor, to unpack what truly drives early-stage startup success. From the importance of founder-led sales to building a go-to-market (GTM) motion that actually works, Jess shares practical advice that bridges theory and execution. Whether you’re a tech…

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Bonus Backlog Bonanza - Ep. 2 35:43

12d ago35:43

35:43

This bonus episode was originally posted on Patreon on April 30, 2021 titled "Tangents Bonus Episode #2." Original Patreon description: Ceri and Hank answer your questions about the future of science! SciShow Tangents is on YouTube! Go to www.youtube.com/scishowtangents to check out this episode with the added bonus of seeing our faces! And go to h…

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IAU#44: Stone Schneider 27:57

14d ago27:57

27:57

Stone Schneider is another comedian from Cincinnati. Originally from Springboro (OH), Stone is a staple in the Cincy stand-up scene because of the infectious energy that he brings to the stage every night. It is evident why he was once a clown's apprentice (for real). Stone will also be performing in Louisville soon, so make sure to go watch him if…

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Sam Shoemate - Terminal CWO and Veteran Advocate 1:15:31

14d ago1:15:31

1:15:31

Retired Army Warrant Officer Sam Shoemate stopped by the virtual bar to discuss the inspiration behind the viral Instagram account TerminalCWO, his work exposing the abhorrent behavior at the 101st Airborne Division during the Covid lockdowns as well as elsewhere in the military, the unlawful Covid-19 vaccine mandates, his work along with others on…

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#456 Colin Fitzpatrick on AI Agents, Vibe Coding, and the Future of Web3, Robotics, and Work 54:14

14d ago54:14

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🔍 Episode Overview In this forward-looking conversation, Mehmet welcomes Colin Fitzpatrick, founder of Griffin AI and long-time tech leader, to unpack the convergence of artificial intelligence, Web3, and robotics. From “vibe coding” and AI agents to programmable avatars and robotic personal assistants, Colin paints a vision of a world being reshap…

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Bonus Backlog Bonanza - Ep. 1 30:16

16d ago30:16

30:16

This bonus episode was originally posted on Patreon on March 26, 2021 titled "Tangents Bonus Episode #1!" Original Patreon description: Hank, Sam, and Ceri answer your questions! Including: What happened to Chin Coins? Is there a scientific formula to a great joke? And how do non-newtonian fluids work? Featuring a snazzy new song by the one and onl…

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#455 Engineering the Future: Steven Zeller on AI, Longevity, and Human 2.0 50:49

16d ago50:49

50:49

In this mind-expanding episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, futurist investor and international entrepreneur Steven Zeller joins us to explore the cutting edge of human advancement through technology. From genetic engineering and health tech breakthroughs to brain-computer interfaces, quantum computing, and the philosophical questions of immortalit…

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Episode 177 - Muppet*Vision 3D and Disney World! 1:31:48

17d ago1:31:48

1:31:48

Sam and Matt travel away from their safe podcasting studios to the mean streets of Disney Hollywood Studios to check out Muppet*Vision 3D one last time (maybe?) before it closes later this year. And while they were at it, they checked out the rest of Disney World too! A very special thanks to our Patreon Patrons who made this trip possible. It was …

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IAU#43: Carter Dockerty 26:13

17d ago26:13

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Carter Dockerty is a stand-up comedian originally from Akron, Ohio. Since winning Funniest Person in Cincinnati in 2022, he's gone on to open for great comics like Ran Barnaclo and Jordan Jensen. You can catch Carter headlining and featuring in Oxford (OH), Nashville, and a variety of other cities coming up. Go check out his pod too - I Don't Wanna…

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#454 Scaling the Blockchain: Srini Parthasarathy on Fixing Gas Fees and Decentralization 31:36

18d ago31:36

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In this episode, Mehmet sits down with Srini Parthasarathy, CTO of Shardeum, a Layer 1 EVM-compatible blockchain that’s rewriting the rules of scalability, decentralization, and transaction efficiency. Srini shares his journey from building NFT platforms and working at AWS to leading a project that’s tackling the blockchain trilemma head-on. Whethe…

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Back to the Future Compilation 3:19:05

19d ago3:19:05

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Stroll back in time to look ahead at the future with Tangents in this compilation of episodes investigating the science and innovations that have pushed humanity and technology ever on down the road of advancement! Episodes in this compilation: S1 E15 - Artificial Intelligence, original airdate: February 19, 2019 S2 E23 - Robots, original airdate: …

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#453 From FMCG to AI: Prashant Agrawal on Rethinking Marketing in the Age of LLMs 50:41

21d ago50:41

50:41

“AI won’t replace marketers—but marketers who use AI will replace those who don’t.” – Prashant Agrawal In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we sit down with veteran marketer and educator Prashant Agrawal to explore how AI is transforming the marketing function. From his roots in traditional FMCG marketing to his deep dive into the world of …

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#452 Vikas Panchal on AI, Automation, and the Financial Future of MENA’s SMEs 34:49

23d ago34:49

34:49

“The cost of non-compliance is much higher than the cost of getting it right from day one.” – Vikas Panchal In this episode, Mehmet sits down with Vikas Panchal, General Manager – MENA at Tally Solutions, and a seasoned leader with two decades of experience in helping small and medium enterprises (SMEs) modernize their operations. Together, they di…

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#451 Two Startup Games, One Entrepreneur: Allan Abbas on Playing to Win in Fintech 44:33

25d ago44:33

44:33

“You either earn or you learn — both are wins.” – Allan Abbas In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, Allan Abbas joins us to explore the world of fintech innovation, startup growth, and what it takes to build a game-changing product in the Middle East. Allan, a former Amazon leader turned founder, shares his personal journey from bootstrappin…

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Jeff Young - Covering the San Francisco Giants 1:04:10

28d ago1:04:10

1:04:10

Jeff Young from Around The Foghorn returns to discuss the 2025 San Francisco Giants.By Eric Bandazewski

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Episode 176 - Muppet Madness! 2:29:49

30d ago2:29:49

2:29:49

It's Kermitment's 4-year Anniversary, and doing this show for that long has given Matt and I the perspective needed to, at long last, declare which Muppet is the Best Muppet. And this week we do just that. Experience the highs and lows of amatuer Muppet ranking in this most special of episodes. Check out the bracket here and follow along as we choo…

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#450 Peter Bonney on How AI Is Disrupting the RFP and B2B Sales Process 44:51

30d ago44:51

44:51

“My grand vision is to make the RFP obsolete — and I believe AI can make that happen.” — Peter Bonney, CEO & Founder of Fastbreak In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we’re joined by Peter Bonney, CEO and Founder of Fastbreak, to discuss how AI is transforming one of the most painful processes in enterprise sales: responding to RFPs. With o…

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#449 Smarter Ad Spend with AI: Zeke Camusio’s Attribution Playbook for Founders and CMOs 40:34

1M ago40:34

40:34

In this episode, Mehmet speaks with Zeke Camusio, founder of Data Speaks, an AI-powered platform helping marketers and founders finally solve the attribution puzzle. From cutting through vanity metrics to deploying machine learning for media mix modeling, Zeke shares a tactical playbook for maximizing return on every marketing dollar—without increa…

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#448 The AI-Driven Consumer: How Businesses Must Adapt with Shahar Boyayan 43:53

1M ago43:53

43:53

AI is reshaping consumer behavior like never before, creating both opportunities and challenges for businesses. In this episode, I sit down with Shahar Boyayan, an expert in consumer psychology and AI-driven behavior, to discuss how businesses—especially small businesses and entrepreneurs—must adapt to this shift. We explore hyper-personalization, …

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Episode 175 - Muppet Babies, Season 5, Episodes 1-3 (1988) with Laser Webber 2:11:59

1M ago2:11:59

2:11:59

Somehow we're watching Muppet Babies again... maybe we never stopped watching Muppet Babies? And this time we tricked someone else into watching it with us: musician, performer, author, and impersario Laser Webber! Check out http://kermitmentstuff.com/ to get your Kermitment merch! Kermitment has a Patreon! Running a podcast is deceptively expensiv…

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#447 Islamic Finance Meets Blockchain: Ethical DeFi with Haqq Network’s Alex Malkov & Andrey Kuznetsov 53:10

1M ago53:10

53:10

In this episode, I sit down with Alex Malkov and Andrey Kuznetsov, co-founders of Haqq Network, to explore how Islamic finance and blockchain are merging to create ethical DeFi solutions. Haqq Network aims to bring Sharia-compliant financial products into the Web3 space, addressing fairness, transparency, and financial inclusion. We discuss real-wo…

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Tangents 1:10:01

1M ago1:10:01

1:10:01

The day has arrived- this is our very last episode of Tangents ever! So of course, we had to talk about a topic that's near and dear to our hearts forever: Tangents. Ride down memory lane with us and returning original host Stefan Chin as we reminisce, try to remember what we've learned, and still learn new stuff in an episode that's the true encap…

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#446 Are Human-Led Interactions Dead? Nadav Boaz on AI’s Disruptive Future 42:22

1M ago42:22

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In this episode, I sit down with Nadav Boaz, a seasoned entrepreneur and AI-driven product builder, to explore how AI is reshaping business, product development, and sales. Nadav shares his insights on launching AI-powered startups, the evolving landscape of human-to-AI interactions, and why competitive advantages are shifting away from technology …

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Episode 174 - The Storyteller: The Luck Child (1988) 2:01:44

1M ago2:01:44

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Despite what the title says, this is a good old fashioned odds and ends episode, full of all kinds of radnom crap like a travelling mall exhibit, an episode of Dolly Parton's variety show, and the lowest moment of the Swedish Chefs miserable life! Check out http://kermitmentstuff.com/ to get your Kermitment merch! Kermitment has a Patreon! Running …

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#445 AI vs. Cyber Threats: Alec Crawford on Governance, Risks, and the Future of Security 42:43

2M ago42:43

42:43

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, I sit down with Alec Crawford, an AI and cybersecurity expert with decades of experience in financial institutions like Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, and Deutsche Bank. Alec is now leading AI-driven cybersecurity solutions, focusing on AI Governance, Risk, Compliance, and Cybersecurity (AI GRCC). We div…

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Episode 173 - Sesame Street, Special (1988) 2:01:58

2M ago2:01:58

2:01:58

Sesame Street is in the news for some not-so-fun reasons these days, so we're warping back in time to 1988 when they were hanging out with Donahue, riffing on Watergate, and sitting pretty on top of the world of public broadcasting! Check out http://kermitmentstuff.com/ to get your Kermitment merch! Kermitment has a Patreon! Running a podcast is de…

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#444 From MIT to IPOs: John Cousins on Mastering Money, Startups, AI, and the Future of Learning 53:13

2M ago53:13

53:13

In this episode, I sit down with John Cousins, a serial entrepreneur, investor, and educator, to discuss financial literacy, startup success, AI’s impact on learning, and the future of solopreneurship. With experience spanning MIT, IPOs, hedge funds, and AI-driven education, John shares powerful insights on navigating the world of business, investm…

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#443 AI in Healthcare: Dr. Robert Toth on Medical Imaging, Robot Surgeons, and Predictive Medicine 40:51

2M ago40:51

40:51

AI is transforming healthcare at an unprecedented pace, from medical imaging advancements to the potential of robotic-assisted surgeries and predictive medicine. In this episode, Dr. Robert Toth, Founder of Thetat Tech AI, joins us to discuss how AI is revolutionizing radiology, diagnostics, and patient care, the ethical and regulatory challenges a…

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Cancer Revisit with Deboki Chakravarti 55:27

2M ago55:27

55:27

We're thrilled to be joined for a special return to the topic of Cancer by our own magnificent editorial assistant, Deboki Chakravarti! We cover a ton in this beefy episode, so grab a snack, get comfy, and prepare to dive deep on a topic that's well worth the revisit. SciShow Tangents is on YouTube! Go to www.youtube.com/scishowtangents to check ou…

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Episode 172 - Ask Hank Muppets with Hank Green 1:48:48

2M ago1:48:48

1:48:48

Muppets aren't science... or are they? We're joined by Hank Green, the Internet's favorite science man, armed with tons of viewer questions such as "how did Miss Piggy and Kermit have both frog and pig babies in Muppet Christmas Carol?" and "could the Bog of Eternal Stench be real?" Maybe by the end, this crazy mixed up world will make just a littl…

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#442 From Davos to DeFi: Agne Linge on Blockchain, AI, and the Future of Money 43:29

2M ago43:29

43:29

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we dive deep into the future of finance with Agne Linge, Head of Growth at WeFi. Fresh from Davos, Agne shares insights into the latest trends in DeFi, AI-powered fintech, and the evolving global economy. We explore how blockchain and AI are reshaping banking, why traditional financial institutions are f…

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#441 From Struggles to Success: How Founders Can Optimize Tech Teams with Vygandas Pliasas 43:33

2M ago43:33

43:33

Struggling to scale your tech team? Not sure when to move beyond an agency and build in-house? In this episode, we dive deep into engineering team optimization, startup scaling challenges, and the future of AI in development with Vygandas Pliasas—a Fractional CTO and expert in engineering management. 🔍 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✅ When star…

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#440 How AI is Fixing Late Payments: Fabio Fleitas on Automating Cash Collections 54:32

2M ago54:32

54:32

“Reducing the amount of time to receive cash unlocks working capital and fuels business growth. AI is transforming this process like never before.” – Fabio Fleitas In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we dive into the world of fintech and AI-driven financial operations with Fabio Fleitas, Co-Founder and CTO of Tesorio. Tesorio is revolution…

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Episode 171 - The Storyteller: A Story Short (1988) 1:24:57

2M ago1:24:57

1:24:57

We take a trip back to the Storyteller's castle and to Kermit's study as we get back to our regularly scheduled (and regularly-lengethed) chronological trip through time... mostly... Check out http://kermitmentstuff.com/ to get your Kermitment merch! Kermitment has a Patreon! Running a podcast is deceptively expensive work, so by becoming our Patro…

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#439 The Future of Digital Marketing: Merag Shahzad on AI, Strategy, and Growth 53:16

2M ago53:16

53:16

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we dive deep into the evolving landscape of digital marketing with Merag Shahzad, a digital marketing expert and strategist. Merag shares insights on AI’s role in marketing, how brands can balance automation with authenticity, and the future trends shaping digital engagement. We explore the must-have too…

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Plagues with John Green! 54:17

2M ago54:17

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Would it really be a conversation about plagues if noted plague-hater and tuberculosis-fighter John Green wasn't a part of it? In this episode John makes his Tangents debut at last, and we dig deep into whether we could fight an old, fat beaver and win, among other things. SciShow Tangents is on YouTube! Go to www.youtube.com/scishowtangents to che…

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CW5 Edward Cope - US Army Logistics Expert 1:37:48

2M ago1:37:48

1:37:48

Chief Cope stopped by the virtual bar to discuss in depth the logistics that went into supplying the Afghan National Army, the current state of the challenges facing the logistics chain, the struggle behind teaching the ANA, General Milley, and the potential for positive change throughout the DoD moving forward with the new Secretary of Defense.…

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#438 Lean Product Design: Daniel Andor on UX, Startups, and Avoiding Common Pitfalls 38:40

2M ago38:40

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In this episode, Mehmet sits down withDaniel Andor, a seasoned product designer and founder ofDurran, a product design studio specializing in early-stage tech startups. With 15 years of experience in UX and product design, Daniel shares his insights onlean product design,common startup mistakes, andhow to build products that truly engage users. If …

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Episode 170 - Odds and Ends Roundup 4, pt. 2, ft. MORE Traveling Matt than is healthy 2:28:40

2M ago2:28:40

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It hurts to edit these 2.5 hour long episodes, but I be brave and do it for all of you. Next week's is normal length. Check out http://kermitmentstuff.com/ to get your Kermitment merch! Kermitment has a Patreon! Running a podcast is deceptively expensive work, so by becoming our Patron, you help us cover those costs and allow us to do funner, coole…

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