Best Gary Forrestal Podcasts (2025)

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288. Garry Gary Beers (INXS) 8:50

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22d ago8:50

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Bassist Garry Gary Beers from INXS calls in to talk about the expanded 40th anniversay release of the album, "Listen Like Theives". Garry talks about seeing AC/DC in high school, opening for Queen and building his own basses. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Radio Forrest

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289. Robin Wilson (Gin Blossoms) 18:13

15d ago18:13

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Lead singer Robin Wilson from Gin Blossoms on The Meat Puppets, his Rolling Stones tattoo, singing with Kiss and touring with Blues Traveler and Spin Doctors this summer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Radio Forrest

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Otto Preminger's "Advise and Consent" 1:05:48

22d ago1:05:48

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Jim and Gary discuss the 1962 adaptation of "Advise and Consent," possibly the most popular American political novel of all time, which was turned into movie by the director Otto Preminger. They muse on the meaning of so many conspiracy and paranoid movies from the early 1960s and debate theU.S. Senate's power to advise and consent on a Presidentia…

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The movie It's A Wonderful Life saved me from suicide 6:33

26d ago6:33

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As a young man always wanting to do much I remember at the age of 21 my poor decisions and choices left me in a place of misery. The only decision was to vacate this world but then a movie changed my whole perspective of the cherish of being alive. In today's episode I will forever be grateful for the movies It's A Wonderful Life and the message of…

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287. Gary Hoey (guitarist) 12:24

28d ago12:24

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Guitarist Gary Hoey on playing guitar with Lou Gramm (Foreigner), shredding wtih Lita Ford and his new album, "Avalanche", as he breaks out his guitar and plays some of his favorite riffs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Radio Forrest

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It's time to bring God back to the movies 13:46

1M ago13:46

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Hollywood don't be ashamed to realize God is needed in the business. Hollywood you have the power to be great again with great films and it's those films that create magic in the eyes of a viewer. I want a film business that not only wants to make great films but also gets a level of faith based film in the theater to shed light on what the industr…

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286. Tommy Bouy (Yächtley Crëw) 14:21

1M ago14:21

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Yächtley Crëw is a Yacht Rock band from L.A.. Guitarist Tommy Bouy checks in to talk about the tour, haning with 311, tattoos and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Radio Forrest

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We appreciate you Bruce Willis and love you 8:38

1M ago8:38

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In today's episode we talk about my appreciation of Bruce Willis in the new season of THE WRITERS AND ACTORS PODCAST EPISODE ONE. I want to appreciate what he's done with film he was in. He took this young kid watching my first ever Bruce Willis movie which was die hard. It's movies like that which inspires me to be great and what I do by enjoying …

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A.I. is taking over movies and I love it 7:39

1M ago7:39

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In today's episode we talk about artificial intelligence movies with certain storylines and plots taking over movies today. I discuss that in my opinion I love it and I will explain why I love it. As a viewer we need to start looking at these movies as opportunity and financial prosperity. We should not just watch these movies for pure entertainmen…

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285. Paul Rappaport (author) 9:36

2M ago9:36

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Paul Rappaport is the author of "Gliders Over Hollywood: Airships, Airplay, And The Art Of Rock Promotion" and shares stories about classic guitars from Blue Öyster Cult, shopping with Elvis Costello and if he thinks Pink Floyd could ever get back together. (Nope) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Daryl F. Zanuck's "Wilson" 1:11:42

2M ago1:11:42

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In 1944, Daryl F. Zanuck, the head of Twentieth Century Fox, produced a movie about his political hero Woodrow Wilson. Despite being nominated for ten Academy Awards and the winner of five, the film is now largely forgotten. Jim and Gary discuss its historical and artistic merits, while chewing over what they think about Wilson the president.…

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Meet Shivam Chauhan! 55:29

2M ago55:29

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Shivam is a Lead Associate & Qualified Actuary at WTW in London. Shivam previously worked in Kenya, in both Pensions and General Insurance, before relocating to the UK very recently. In this episode we discuss his entry into the actuarial profession, studying at University in the UK, securing his first actuarial job in Kenya during the pandemic, hi…

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WHY KEVIN HART & MEGAN THEE STALLION SHOULD CAST FOR A BASIC INSTINCT 3 3:58

2M ago3:58

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I believe Kevin Hart is destined to soon remove himself from comedic roles and to be taken serious as a serious actor and if they were to make a sequel to the classic suspense movie Basic Instinct Kevin Hart would be my number one choice. However he would have absolutely no comedic or joking lines. As for Megan Thee Stallion in her sexual seductive…

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284. Felipe Esparza (comedian) 12:06

2M ago12:06

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Comedian Felipe Esparza on sobriety, his special on Netflix, "Raging Fool", his podcast "What's Up Fool?" which has over 500 episodes plus he talks about John Goblicon, Eric Andre and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Radio Forrest

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283. Dave Moody(Hairball) 15:23

2M ago15:23

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Dave Moody is one of the singers with Hairball. He talks about bands still touring like AC/DC, Lynyrd Skynyrd and Kiss. Hairball brings the glory of the 80’s with a 2+ hour drop-dead accurate homage to the biggest arena acts in the world. From Van Halen, KISS, Mötley Crüe, Queen, Journey, Aerosmith, and more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy …

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282. Ahren Belisle (comedian) 3:26

2M ago3:26

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Comedian Ahern Belisle from America's Got Talent and Kill Tony returns. Ahren has cerebral palsy and uses a text-to-speech program to communicate but you can hear him laughing occasionally. The questions were sent to him in advance to make it easier for the interview. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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The case on Shannon Sharpe proves fame has a sex problem issue 5:45

2M ago5:45

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In today's episode I talk about the Shannon Sharpe issue and why being famous has not only a price but also has a sex issue problem and I will explain why is that and what to do to make sure it won't happen to you.

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Motivation Friday Never Give Up 6:11

2M ago6:11

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At times when we want something so bad we get something called a rejection and yes that's the most hardest feeling to know someone didn't like what you have and the talents they don't want. I discuss in this episode that the hardest thing about being in the film industry is to have that drive to overcome that rejection and to have a work ethic to b…

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281. Geoff Tate (Former Queensrÿche singer) 13:22

2M ago13:22

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Talking to former Queensrÿche singer Geoff Tate about seeing Led Zeppelin in '77, meeting David Bowie and his open-heart surgery. "Geoff Tate's Operation: mindcrime. The Final Chapter" tour runs through September with Mindcrime performed in its entirety for the last time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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280. Dan Durkin (Petty Theft) 17:36

2M ago17:36

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Dan Durkin is the lead singer of Petty Theft - the San Francisco tribute to Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Radio Forrest

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WHY MOVIES TODAY DESPERATELY NEED MASCULINE MEN 8:32

2M ago8:32

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In today's episode we talk about why movies more now need tough and macho men who had grit and full of toughness. Today we are witnessing the soft and fragile men in action movies and this is not good for young men to embody. It's time to bring masculine actors back on the big screen.

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Actuarial People Live! 51:44

2M ago51:44

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This week on Actuarial People I’m delighted to be joined by Tara Payn, Phil Sartain and Tom Creasy! This is the recording from a very special Live episode we recorded for the Queen Mary Actuarial Society in March. Following an insightful conversation with Ethan Haley last year, I wanted to do something to help aspiring actuaries to better understan…

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HOW I WAS TRICKED TO ALMOST JOINING THE CHURCH OF SCIENTOLOGY 6:54

2M ago6:54

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Last t year 2024 I had an amazing opportunity to have a lead role in a feature film and it was going to be a game changer for me toward my film career. Unfortunately when I made my way to Los Angeles what I thought was a life-changing opportunity for me pertaining to my film career took a detour where the focus was first joining The Church of Scien…

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Why Snow White is an insult to a Film Writers 7:00

3M ago7:00

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in this episode we talk about Snow White and the seven dwarfs that was released March 21 2025 and what I witnessed with the travesty of a movie that what should be about entertainment to make a young child smile was nothing about forcing a agenda and a movement. if you are someone passionate for cinematic film that brings together a family with joy…

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279. Rikki Rockett (Poison) 17:36

3M ago17:36

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Poison drummer Rikki Rockett on his new band, The Rockett Mafia, when Poison will get back together, electric motorcycles and why he made fun of my shirt in 2000. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Radio Forrest

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HOW TO WRITE A GREAT HORROR MOVIE 9:05

3M ago9:05

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in today's episode of the writers and actors podcast I will discuss how to write a great horror movie. to write a great horror movie is not about the emphasis of a serial killer just killing everybody in order to have the audience be impacted by that character you have to have the audience be manipulated by their feelings for that character. what d…

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Tribute to Val Kilmer 5:43

3M ago5:43

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and today's we acknowledge you podcasts unfortunately we lost a great actor on April 1st 2025 the man who played Batman forever in the doors Val kilmer. as an actor and a writer one of my top actors that I would love nothing more to learn from would be Val kilmer. I am glad I was able to enjoy pure entertainment by watching his movies in this discu…

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Meet Duaa Hassan! 44:42

3M ago44:42

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Duaa is an Actuarial Analyst at Deloitte, specialising in General Insurance. After learning about how she discovered the actuarial profession at the age of just 12, we discuss her journey to date, including: Duaa’s decision to relocate from Pakistan to the UK, straight out of university Having the confidence to apply for entry-level roles in the UK…

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Donald Trump as "The Apprentice" 1:05:11

3M ago1:05:11

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"The Apprentice" purports to tell Donald Trump's origin story, back when the notorious Roy Cohn took him under his wing and showed him how to win at any cost. Jim and Gary take the movie on its own terms -- as a piece of history in the 1970s and 80's -- and refrain from discussing contemporary events.…

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Meet James Forrest! 59:08

3M ago59:08

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James is a Principal & Senior Consulting Actuary at Gallagher, and has 35 years’ experience in the industry. After learning about how he first discovered the actuarial profession, we discuss his experiences of beginning his career in-house with CIS, joining KPMG after 10 years, and then moving to Buck (now Gallagher) in 2015, where his roles have i…

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278. Ian Anderson (Jethro Tull) 8:21

3M ago8:21

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Ian Anderson from Jethro Tull on his friendship with Tony Iommi (Black Sabbath) and how much of Spinal Tap is inspired by Jethro Tull. "Curious Ruminant" by Jethro Tull is out now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Radio Forrest

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Meet Samir Chaudhry! 47:03

4M ago47:03

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Samir is a senior Risk Actuary with several years of experience in the insurance industry. After sharing how he discovered the profession through his high school economics teacher, Samir discuses everything from working in different parts of the world (including Canada, Europe and the UK), the skills and experience he gained at an early stage which…

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277. Nancy Wilson (Heart) 10:41

4M ago10:41

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Nancy Wilson from Heart about who she voted for with the 2025 Rock And Roll Hall of Fame, performing at the Taylor Hawkins Tribute Concert and the guitar she gave Eddie Van Halen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Radio Forrest

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A Complete Unknown -- The Bob Dylan Origin Story 1:10:57

4M ago1:10:57

1:10:57

Jim and Gary discuss "A Complete Unknown," the Oscar-nominated biopic of Bob Dylan, which explores the cultural and social politics of the early 1960s. And, yes, there is a reference or two to the US President who exemplifies those years -- JFK.By Gary Holmes

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Meet Tarun Agarwal! (Early Careers Special) 30:40

4M ago30:40

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Tarun is an Graduate Actuarial Consultant (Non-Life) at KPMG, and joins me for another Early Careers special! I was really keen to find out more about the challenges of securing an entry-level actuarial role in the UK for international students, and the steps Tarun took to give himself every opportunity of being successful. Tarun is a fantastic exa…

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276. The Black Jacket Symphony 20:35

4M ago20:35

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The Black Jacket Symphony recreates classic albums live in their entirety—note for note, sound for sound—plus a full set of greatest hits from the evening's featured artist. Members J. and Jason call in to discuss the album "Abbey Road" plus other albums they've covered and the music business in general. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info…

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Meet Gary Gallacher! 46:37

4M ago46:37

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Today, I chat with Gary Gallacher, an investment consultant who took a unique path into the actuarial world. He shares his journey from the Highlands of Scotland to Leeds, and how a chance encounter led him to discover actuarial science while studying at Heriot Watt University. Gary talks about his struggles with mental health, the impact of educat…

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275. Dan Donegan (Disturbed) 14:24

4M ago14:24

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Disturbed guitarist Dan Donegan on his relationship with co-founding member Fuzz, the tour with the Stone Temple Pilots in 2000, the 1st band he met plus the new single out now, "I Will Not Break". See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Radio Forrest

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Meet Tom Creasy! (Early Careers Special) 41:04

4M ago41:04

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Tom is VP, Actuarial & Business Intelligence at Euclid Transactional and joins me as part of my mini-series focussed on early careers. Tom draws on his experience of being a GI Actuary in both the UK and the US, and his extensive experience of hiring and training actuarial graduates. During the conversation we learn how: Practicing interviews and g…

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274. Daughtry (musician) 11:37

4M ago11:37

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Singer, songwriter and guitarist Chris Daughtry talks about his new EP, "Shock To The System (Part One)", getting blackout tattoos on his arms and why he loves the Gibson Explorer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Radio Forrest

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Meet Shaun Marchant! (Early Careers Special) 39:38

5M ago39:38

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Shaun is a Graduate Trainee Actuary at Isio, and joins me for the next in my early careers mini-series. In this episode Shaun shares his journey, in order to help people to understand more about the process, and the things they could be doing to increase their chances of successfully starting a career in the actuarial sector. We discuss: Discoverin…

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John Ford's "Young Mr. Lincoln" 1:02:04

5M ago1:02:04

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As they look forward to Lincoln's Birthday, Gary and Jim discuss John Ford's "Young Mr. Lincoln," the 1939 classic tale of Abe Lincoln as a young aspiring lawyer in Springfield, Illinois. Henry Fonda seems to embody Lincoln's very essence in a strong performance that challenges Daniel Day-Lewis for the best impersonation of Lincoln in cinematic his…

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Meet Rob Lees! (Early Careers Special) 48:04

5M ago48:04

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Rob is a qualified actuary in the pensions sector, and joins us as part of my mini-series focussed on early careers. Rob has lots of experience of the recruitment cycle for actuarial interns and actuarial graduates, and shares his knowledge in the hope of helping aspiring actuaries on the journey to securing their first actuarial role. We explore: …

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273. Dusty Slay (comedian) 8:39

5M ago8:39

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Comedian Dusty Slay is on "The Night Shift" tour. He picks between The Eagles and CCR and which was harder to quit; drinking, smoking or chewing, and talks about some of his favorite "poor" meals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Radio Forrest

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Meet Devan Vadher! (Early Careers Special) 33:58

5M ago33:58

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Devan is a Senior Insurance Risk Analyst at Aspen, and Secretary & Director of Staple Inn Actuarial Society. He joins me for the second episode in my early careers mini-series - aimed at helping people to understand how to prepare themselves for securing their first actuarial role. After learning about how Devan discovered the actuarial profession,…

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Meet Ethan Haley! (Early Careers Special) 31:30

5M ago31:30

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Ethan is a second-year actuarial science student and Co-President of the Actuarial Society at Queen Mary University of London. This is the first in a mini-series of episodes designed to address some of the challenges faced by students in transitioning from university to securing their first actuarial role. I asked Ethan to spend some time with me t…

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Dave 57:29

5M ago57:29

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Gary and Jim discuss the 1993 political comedy "Dave," in which a Presidential lookalike assumes the powers of the Chief Executive when the real President has a stroke. And what do you know, the imposter starts solving the country's problems. Starring Kevin Kline and Sigourney Weaver as rough stand-ins for Bill and Hillary Clinton.…

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Meet Rick Watts! 55:40

5M ago55:40

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Rick is a Pensions Actuary & Director at PwC in Bristol, and a specialist in Audit & Accounting work. We explore how he entered the profession, having spent a year in the Economic Forecasting & Reporting department of Gordon Brown’s Treasury. We discuss everything from his experience of working for different consultancies, becoming a corporate pens…

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272. Craig Gass (comedian) 44:58

6M ago44:58

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Comedian Craig Gass is at The Egyptian Theatre in Boise this Saturday, January 11th. He's known for his voice work on Family Guy and American Dad, The Howard Stern Show, plus the TV Shows King of Queens and Sex In The City. He tells an amazing Pearl Jam story, pulls out his new impression of Sebastian Bach from Skid Row and talks about what it was …

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Meet Gary Soar! 1:03:48

6M ago1:03:48

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Gary leads the Manchester Investment Advisory team at ISIO, where he advises institutional clients on their investment strategies. We explore Gary's career path, from discovering the actuarial profession during sixth form, to beginning his career in pensions, and the steep learning curve he faced when moving from pensions to investment consulting. …