Best John Lenker Podcasts (2025)

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The best singer I've ever heard, live or otherwise | MCP #228 1:37:03

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Korby talks with Clark Beckham about the highs and lows of American Idol, faith and expression, and what it means to stay the course as an artist. Get full access to The Morse Code with Korby Lenker at korby.substack.com/subscribeBy Korby Lenker

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Earley AI Podcast - Episode 68 - Composable Intelligence: Rethinking Customer Data with Seth Earley and Abhi Yadav 44:27

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In this episode of the Earley AI Podcast, host Seth Earley sits down with Abhi Yadav, founder of iCustomer AI—a cutting-edge composable decision intelligence company. With a deep background in enterprise technology, Abhi pioneered the Customer Data Platform (CDP) category and is now leading innovation in advanced multigraph frameworks and customer …

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The Artist You Grow Into: Anna Vogelzang on Being a 'Lifer' | MCP #227 52:08

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There’s a moment in this week’s episode where folksinger and creative lifer Anna Vogelzang says, “I needed someone to look at me and say: you’re still doing this.” I’ve been thinking about that. Because it’s not always easy to tell, is it? Whether we’re still in it. Whether it still matters. Whether we still matter. Anna’s someone I’ve admired for …

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Life After Del McCoury: Jason Carter’s Next Chapter MCP #226 1:01:27

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“I lived the dream I had at nineteen. Now I’m trying to see what else is out there.”—Jason Carter For 33 years, Jason Carter was the fiddler for the Del McCoury Band—a role as iconic in bluegrass circles as it gets. He joined at nineteen, fresh out of Eastern Kentucky, and spent the next three decades on the road, backing one of the most revered vo…

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Earley AI Podcast Episode 67: How AI Is Transforming Software Engineering With Yang Li of Cosine 36:09

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In this episode of the Earley AI Podcast, host Seth Earley sits down with Yang Li, a leading figure in AI and software innovation. Yang is the Chief Operating Officer of Cosine, an advanced AI development firm, with deep experience driving startups, scaling organizations, and pioneering advancements in engineering and software development. Yang’s w…

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Erin Rae on Grief, Creativity & Letting Go of the Dreamland | MCP #225 1:07:09

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Erin Rae is a Nashville singer-songwriter whose music blends introspective folk, vintage pop, and Americana into a sound both timeless and, I’d say, quietly radical. Raised in Jackson, Tennessee by musician parents, Erin was immersed as a kid in the language of song and storytelling. We talk about her early years in Nashville (she moved in her earl…

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Earley AI Podcast Episode 66: Reengineering Knowledge for the AI Era 29:49

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In this episode of the Earley AI Podcast, host Seth Earley sits down with industry analyst and advisor Tony Baer, a seasoned expert in data, cloud, and analytics. With decades of experience guiding global tech leaders like AWS and Oracle, Tony brings a nuanced perspective on how knowledge engineering is evolving—and why context is the missing link …

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Bronwyn Keith-Hynes on Fiddle Mastery, the Opry, and Finding Her Voice | Morse Code Podcast #224 46:14

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Great conversation with bluegrass fiddler Bronwyn Keith-Hynes on her exploding career — from attending this year’s Grammys under the auspices of Molly Tuttle (in whose band Golden Highway she plays fiddle), to making her debut on the Grand Ole Opry last month, to a year chock full of tour dates and festivals playing under her own name. We talked ab…

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Leah Blevins on Finding Her Voice, Signing with Dan Auerbach, and Learning to Let Go | MCP #223 54:27

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In this intimate episode of The Morse Code Podcast, host Korby Lenker sits down with rising Americana star Leah Blevins for a vulnerable, wise, and deeply human conversation about music, identity, and the winding path of the creative life. Leah opens up about her roots in Eastern Kentucky, her gospel-singing family, and the twin bond that shaped he…

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Will Kimbrough on John Prine, Jimmy Buffett, and the Real Life of a Working Musician | MCP #222 1:23:59

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In this revealing episode of The MCP, I sit down with Grammy-nominated songwriter, guitarist, and Americana mainstay Will Kimbrough for a wide-ranging conversation on the hard truths and quiet joys of a life in music. From his early days as a 12 year old electric guitar player to getting signed to EMI, and then John Prine’s Oh Boy Records, to his w…

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Earley AI Podcast Episode 65: David Hartley and Dave Blatt - Turning AI Hesitancy into Opportunity 26:23

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In this episode of the Earley AI Podcast, host Seth Earley welcomes two insightful guests from Anders, a top 100 CPA firm: David Hartley and Dave Blatt. David Hartley is a seasoned CPA with a profound understanding of the synergy between finance and technology. He advocates for how AI can enhance traditional accounting roles rather than replace the…

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Celia Gregory on the Future of Radio, Music Curation & Building Community | Morse Code Podcast #221 46:25

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What does human-curated radio mean in an era dominated by algorithms? In this episode of The Morse Code Podcast, I sit down with Celia Gregory from Nashville’s WNXP to talk about the power of radio, music discovery, and how real people—not algorithms—shape the sound of a city. Celia shares her journey from college radio DJ to morning host at WNXP, …

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Earley AI Podcast Episode 64: Understanding AI: From Misconceptions to Effective Product Mindset 36:07

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In this episode of the Earley AI Podcast, we welcome guest, Jack Lampka, an accomplished advisor and speaker with over 27 years of experience in corporate roles within the tech and pharma sectors. Now based in Munich, Germany, Jack specializes in enhancing data storytelling and cultivating a product mindset among technical employees. His extensive …

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What the Tornado Left Behind: Jordie Lane on Songwriting, Mental Health & Why Getting a Rescue Dog was His Smartest Move | MCP #220 1:11:28

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Jordie Lane on Artistry, Resilience & Reinventing the Indie Music Scene. In this episode of The Morse Code Podcast, host Korby Lenker sits down with the Australian-born Nashville-residing singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Jordie Lane. Together they explore the raw realities of making a life in independent music, the necessity of artistic …

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Shervin Lainez on Ambition vs. Expectation and The Hard Truth About Creative Success | MCP #219 54:21

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The first time I saw a portrait by Shervin Lainez, I felt like I was hearing the artist’s music through a photograph. There’s an intimacy in the image, a quiet buzz that goes deeper than just the artist’s face—it captures an essence. His work has graced the pages of Rolling Stone, The New York Times, and countless album covers, shaping the way we s…

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[Earley AI Podcast] Episode 63: Revolutionizing CRM with AI: Insights from Adam Honig 31:57

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Join Seth Earley on Earley AI Podcasts as he welcomes Adam Honig, a pioneering force in the field of customer relationship management (CRM). As the founder of Spiro AI, Adam challenges the conventional need for CRM systems by offering an innovative AI-driven alternative. With a rich history of building one of the largest Salesforce consulting partn…

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Earley AI Podcast - Episode 62 Navigating Aspirational AI: Brian Magerko on Creativity, Ethics, and Technology in 2025 43:43

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In this episode, Seth Earley is joined by Brian Magerko, a professor of digital media at Georgia Institute of Technology and a pioneer in applied AI and computer-human interaction. Brian shares his journey through the academic realm and his fascinating experiences, including co-founding EarSketch, an educational platform that merges coding with mus…

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Eric Fortaleza's Pitch Meeting is the Most Dangerous Music in Nashville | MCP #219 1:17:05

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Let’s just begin by saying there is nothing in Nashville like Pitch Meeting, Eric Fortaleza’s weekly musical highwire act. Billed as “Nashville’s Best Writer’s Open Mic” the weekly show, which resumes this Tuesday February 25th features a powerhouse band of Nashville heavies (often of 10 or more players) whose job it is to back the any songwriter w…

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Randa Takes Over. A Morse Code Podcast Valentine's Special | MCP #217 1:15:08

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What happens when the interviewer becomes the guest? This episode of The Morse Code Podcast is a special one—Randa Newman, Korby's wife and creative partner, takes over the host seat to interview Korby in an intimate, revealing conversation about creativity, perseverance, and what it means to balance art with real life. Get full access to The Morse…

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"I Had to Renew My Contract With Myself." Abby Jane | MCP #216 57:41

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Abby Jane is a singer and songwriter based in Nashville. Her debut EP “I Don’t Want to Pretend” has been the talk of the town, at least in the circles I trade in, since it dropped in October 2024. Everybody loves her fresh take on the craft of confessional songwriting, and the remarkable instrument through which she delivers those songs. Abby Jane …

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Bob Dylan is the Original Troll. Carl Anderson | MCP #215 1:12:37

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Carl Anderson is a singer-songwriter from Virginia. His song swirls around like that plastic bag in the scene from American Beauty. A surprising unassuming clandestine charm that catches you unawares and then settles at your feet until the wind kicks up again. I have been a fan of his ever since we played a show together at the Bluebird in Nashvill…

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Earley AI Podcast - Episode #61 Featuring Don Gossen: Advanced AI and Blockchain Integration for Decentralized Energy Networks 47:25

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In this episode, hosts Seth Earley and Chris Featherstone are joined by Don Gossen to explore the transformative potential of AI and blockchain in decentralized energy networks. This episode explores how AI and blockchain technologies work together to optimize energy consumption, secure transactions, and drive innovation in local energy management.…

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MAIR Gets Personal: The Private Life of a Virtuosic She-Wizard | MCP #214 1:00:31

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MAIR is a musical force of nature. Whether she’s playing mandolin, electric guitar, acoustic guitar, bass, nylon string banjo, her sit-up-and-pay-attention virtuosity has made her an in-demand collaborator the industry over. She’s been touring since she was thirteen, which makes her an industry veteran even though she’s barely in her mid-twenties. …

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Viral Sensation Tyler Merritt Talks Race, Humor, and his Inspiring New Book. MCP #213 1:05:30

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Quick note before the show - after taking almost 4 years off to produce the Morse Code TV Pilot, I’m about to release some new music. So so excited about this. The first single is called Meet Me at the End of the World. Its about reaching for love at all costs. I texted our guest Tyler Merritt the track after our interview last week and, to quote t…

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Adam Ross and PLAYWORLD - the Novel Everyone is Talking About 1:21:08

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Published just two days ago, Adam Ross’ second novel, Playworld — some dozen-plus years in the making — is one of the best books I’ve read in the last five years. I’m not alone! Sources no less venerable than The New York Times, the LA Times, the Boston Globe, the Wall Street Journal, are all lining up to sing its praises. “Dazzling and endearing,”…

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Ryan Rado: Being Willing to Fail and Somehow Not Failing | Morse Code Podcast #211 58:44

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Happy New Beginning! One quick important creative announcement: I have new music coming! Meet Me at the End of the World was written by me, live on a series I do called the East Nashville Songwriting Workshop, where I write a song live on the internet, start to finish. Usually it’s a co-write, but this particular time the scheduled guest didn’t sho…

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a holiday message from Korby 8:43

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The end of the year is a good time to take a step back and think about what you're doing and why. Among my various (well, three) enterprises, I've been doing the Morse Code Podcast for more than a year - more than 60 full length episodes and 200+ videos. Proud of Jared and Randa and me and what we’ve achieved! I'm still figuring out the SEO and a b…

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Josh Plasse: Son of a Navy Seal Injects Discipline Into the Hollywood Game — with Fantastic Results | Morse Code Podcast #210 1:01:48

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Josh Plasse is an actor, producer and published author. The son of a Navy Seal, he’s appeared in more than 50 episodes of network television, including iCarly, Grey’s Anatomy and The Baxters. His first novel, Dust, drops February 4, 2025 on Resolve Editions. In 2022, Josh co-wrote, produced, and acted in the feature film Ride, starring C. Thomas Ho…

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Langhorne Slim: Finding the We in ‘We the People’ | Morse Code Podcast #209 1:08:35

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Langhorne Slim is a singer-songwriter based in East Nashville. His new single “We the People (F*** the Man)” is a jubilant reminder to cast a wary eye on our supposed political overlords and instead focus on those things that make a society a place worth living in: loving our neighbors, looking each other in the eye, being *actually* alive on plane…

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Ozark’s Quinnlan Ashe on Growing as an Actor by Working Behind the Camera | Morse Code Podcast #208 1:23:52

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Quinnlan Ashe is an actor, producer and podcaster based in Nashville, Tennessee. Among her credits are Ozark, I Want You Back, Chicago Fire, Brockmire *and* she played Lia in our own award-winning pilot, Morse Code, for which this podcast is named. Quinn's latest project is called Re-Wined. It's a podcast she hosts with friends and industry colleag…

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Spencer Thomas: Futurebirds Keyboardist Gets Real on The Joke of Life | Morse Code Podcast #207 1:10:59

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Spencer Thomas is a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist based in Athens, Georgia. He also plays keys for the beloved cosmic jamericana touring band Futurebirds. His new record, The Joke of Life, is shot through with contributions from members of My Morning Jacket, Drive-By Truckers, Futurebirds annd — it’s been getting a lot of play at the …

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Steve Poltz Just Played the Greatest Show of His Life | Morse Code Podcast #206 1:38:46

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Steve Poltz is a… a.. what is he? In the man’s own words, “I’m just a weirdo, a freak, a bon vivant, a rounder, a rabble rouser, a workaholic, a people pleaser, an idiot and a grateful kid who ran away and joined the circus.” Most of us know Poltz as one of the most charismatic live folksingers working today. Whether he’s playing little club in Hal…

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Mila Vilaplana: The Young Director Revolutionizing Visual Storytelling | Morse Code Podcast #205 50:22

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Mila Vilaplana is a film director, producer, and founder of Dipsomania, a production house focused on the creation of visually arresting psychologically-driven narratives. Originally from Cuba, Mila's work has received critical acclaim and film fest buzz for its bold Giallo-inspired imagery and unconventional approach to cinematic storytelling. Get…

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The Lone Bellow's Zach Williams on Music, Success, and Surprises | Morse Code Podcast #204 58:24

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Zach Williams is the founding member and frontman for The Lone Bellow, an Americana Folk featuring Zach, Kanene Donehey Pipkin and Brian Elmquist. Best known for their powerhouse vocals and emotive blend of folk, country, and soul, the storied trio exploded onto the scene in 2014 with their self-titled debut, which made a bunch of end-of-year lists…

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Earley AI Podcast - Episode #60 Optimizing Search and Security: Insights from John Lenker on AI and Data Governance 52:06

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In this episode, hosts Seth Earley and Chris Featherstone are joined by John Lenker, an accomplished expert in enterprise search and data governance. John, who has presented to technology leaders like the CTO of NASA and the CIO of the Marshall Space Center, shares his extensive knowledge and experiences from working with leading companies. Current…

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Yurina Yoshikawa: The Winner of the Southern Prize for Literature Finds Her Voice | Morse Code Podcast #203 1:01:33

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Yurina Yoshikawa is a writer, educator and Director of Education at The Porch Literary Collective here in Nashville. Her work has appeared in The Atlantic, NPR, Lit Hub, The Japan Times, The New Inquiry and this autumn she won the inaugural $25,000 Southern Prize for Literary Arts. Yurina is also a gifted musician, playing viola for the Nashville P…

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The Earley AI Podcast with Seth Earley - Episode #58 AI-Driven Manufacturing: Sahitya Senapathy Talks Data, Analytics and Technology Trends 42:16

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In this episode of the Earley AI Podcast Sahitya Senapthy, Founder and CEO of Endeavor, joins us for an episode filled with rich discussions on AI, data management, and the intriguing paths of technological advancement in industrial manufacturing. Sahitya's career has spanned work with the US Air Force, AWS, and Palantir. Sahitya joins our hosts, S…

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The Earley AI Podcast with Seth Earley - Episode #57 Understanding AI and Data Readiness with Camden Swita 45:35

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In this episode of the Earley AI Podcast Camden Swita, the Head of AI and ML Innovation at New Relic, joins us for an insightful discussion on the transformative role of AI in modern technology. With a rich background spanning journalism, product management, and cutting-edge AI/ML initiatives, Camden brings a unique perspective on leveraging artifi…

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Earley AI Podcast - Episode #59 Exploring AI Limitations and Future Potential with Ron Green 40:41

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In this episode of the Earley AI Podcast Ron Green, Founder of KUNGFU.ai joins host Chris Featherstone. Ron's expertise spans over 25 years in artificial intelligence and machine learning. Starting his journey in computer science during the early days of AI, he has witnessed and contributed to the evolution of the field from modest neural networks …

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Walker Burroughs behind the spotlight: American Idol and Beyond | Morse Code Podcast #202 1:02:29

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Walker Burroughs is a singer, songwriter, guitarist and piano player based in Nashville Tennessee. Best known as a top 8 finalist on American Idol, he toured nationally as the keyboard player in Bobby Bones’ band, and is presently playing shows with fellow Idol alum, season 8 winner Kris Allen. Walker is currently sponsored by Yomega Yo-Yos. Get fu…

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Mason Mecartea: From Stranger Things to the #1 movie in America | Morse Code Podcast #201 1:02:28

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Mason Mecartea is an actor and director based in Nashville, best known for his role as Dan Shelter in Stranger Things, and Cole in Damien Leone's Terrifier 3, which, as of this writing, is the #1 movie in the country. Get full access to The Morse Code with Korby Lenker at korby.substack.com/subscribe…

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The Earley AI Podcast with Seth Earley - Episode #56 David Marra on AI's Impact on Financial Services and Investment Strategies 49:53

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In this episode of the Earley AI Podcast we are joined by guest David Marra a seasoned expert in AI-driven investment strategies and founder of Marken Asset Management. David brings invaluable insights into the transformative potential of AI, particularly in complex payroll workflows, ERP systems, and financial services. David joins our hosts, Seth…

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Earley AI Podcast Episode 55 - Staying Secure in a Digital Age: Yuri Dvoinos Discusses Data Privacy 50:22

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In this episode of the Earley AI Podcast we are joined by guest Yuri Dvoinos, the Chief Innovation Officer at Aura, a leading cybersecurity company based in Boston. With an extensive background in information security, AI applications, and data privacy, Yuri brings a wealth of knowledge on how to protect personal information in the digital age. Joi…

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The Earley AI Podcast with Seth Earley - Episode #53- Insights into Data Science and AI Validation from Expert Bartek Roszak 33:40

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In this episode of Earley AI Podcasts, we welcome Bartek Roszak, an expert in artificial intelligence and data science. With a career starting as an equity trader and evolving to lead AI strategy and implementation at STX Next, Bartek brings deep insights into the world of AI-driven trading and data quality improvement. Join hosts Seth Earley and C…

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The Earley AI Podcast with Seth Earley - Episode #54 Demystifying AI for Business Leaders: Insights from Tobias Zwingmann 46:16

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In this episode of the Earley AI Podcast guest Tobias Zwingmann, an esteemed analytics and AI expert from Hanover, Germany, brings a wealth of experience from his work with SaaS platforms and consulting, and he shares invaluable insights on the practical intricacies of AI in business. Join our hosts Seth Earley and Chris Featherstone as they discus…

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Andi Marie Tillman: How Pam and Pawpaw went Viral and Took Instagram by Storm | MCP #146 1:15:57

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On the season finale of the Morse Code Podcast, I talk with actor, comedian, musician, and self-proclaimed recovering Pentecostal Andi Marie Tillman about… well a lot of things. When someone shows up for the taping with pointy ears dressed like she escaped from the Renaissance Faire, you know it’s going to be an interesting hour. If you haven’t cau…

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Amber Autry: Turning Acting Improv into Stand-Up Magic | MCP #145 1:14:41

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I speak with a rising star in the comedy world, the hilarious and genuine Amber Autry. The before we taped I was in the audience at a sold-out set for Amber’s Summer/Fall residency at Zanie’s in Nashville. Her bits were so seamlessly interwoven with her improvised crowd work that the stitches were invisible — I couldn’t tell where the rehearsed par…

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The Earley AI Podcast with Seth Earley - Episode #52- Human Touch in AI: Nick Usborne on Emotional Intelligence in Marketing 38:31

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In this episode of Earley AI Podcasts, we are joined by Nick Usborne, a veteran copywriter with over four decades of experience and an advocate for the sophisticated use of generative AI in human-centric communication. Nick provides a wealth of insights into the pitfalls and potentials of integrating AI into marketing and how businesses can leverag…

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Derek Dienner: How to Make and sell a Multi-Million Dollar Movie, Indie Style | MCP #144 1:05:11

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On the latest episode of the Morse Code Podcast I speak with Emmy-nominated filmmaker Derek Dienner on his wild journey producing the independently-funded feature film — “Brave the Dark” starring Jared Harris (Mad Men, Chernobyl) — surviving cancer in his 30s, and staying motivated in a highly unpredictable industry. Derek and I met at Sundance Fil…

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The Earley AI Podcast with Seth Earley - Episode #51 -Transforming the Workplace: Insights from Jason Radisson on AI and Gig Economy 45:35

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This episode of the Earley AI Podcasts features Jason Radisson, an expert in digital transformations who has worked with renowned companies such as McKinsey, eBay, and Uber. Tune in as Jason shares his insights on the misconceptions surrounding AI startups and the importance of having a quality team with enterprise experience. He also highlights th…