Best Mike Bergin Podcasts (2025)

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S3 EP7 - 5 key trends for CFD revisited 20:08

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In this episode of the Neil Ashton podcast, the host revisits key trends in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) from the past year, focusing on the rise of GPUs, advancements in AI and machine learning, the shift to cloud computing, the increasing adoption of high fidelity methods, and ongoing mergers and acquisitions in the industry. Each trend is …

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679. How Do Female Students Benefit From Female Educators? 26:08

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If learning and testing weren’t already challenging enough in and of themselves, success can often depend on the level of congruence between students and teachers. For example, is gender an influential factor in academic success? Amy and Mike invited educator Megan Fitzwater to explore how female students benefit from female educators. What are fiv…

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Missional Living: Part 6 (Mark Bergin) 10/12/25 45:35

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By Redemption City Church

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Eddy Elfenbein – OG Financial Blogger Turned ETF Manager | #601 54:07

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Today’s guest is Eddy Elfenbein, one of the OG financial bloggers at Crossing Wall Street. Eddy also runs the CWS ETF, which is from his annual buy list of 25 stocks. In today’s episode, Eddy shares his insights on investing, stock selection, and the challenges of managing an ETF. He discusses the origins of his buy list, his investment philosophy …

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678. HOW PARENTS CAN SUPPORT (NOT DERAIL) THE COLLEGE PROCESS 27:37

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By Amy Seeley & Mike Bergin with Lisa Hillhouse

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Tobias Carlisle - Warren Buffett, Sun Tzu and The Ancient Art of Risk-Taking | #600 50:05

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By The Idea Farm

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Morgan Housel on The Illusion of Wealth and Happiness | #599 56:40

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Today’s guest is Morgan Housel, the bestselling author of The Psychology of Money and Same As Ever. His books have sold over nine million copies. His new book releasing in October is The Art of Spending Money. Morgan is a partner at The Collaborative Fund and serves on the board of directors at Markel. In today’s episode, Morgan discusses the compl…

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Missional Living: Part 5 (Mike Bartlett) 10/05/25 44:56

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By Redemption City Church

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S3 EP6 Prof. Brian Launder - CFD and Turbulence Modelling Pioneer 1:28:23

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In this episode, Professor Brian Launder (Professor at the University of Manchester and Fellow of the Royal Society and Royal Academy of Engineers) shares his remarkable journey through academia, detailing his early fascination with heat transfer, his transition to MIT, and his significant contributions to turbulence modeling and computational flui…

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677. How Ikigai Can Help To Choose a College Major 25:10

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Ikigai, a Japanese concept that translates to "a reason for being" or "a reason to live," focuses on the intersection of what you love, what you're good at, what the world needs, and what you can be paid for. Doesn’t that sound like a critical consideration for college students and applicants? Amy and Mike invited admissions expert V. Peter Pitts t…

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Missional Living: Part 4 (Josh Bachand) 09/28/25 38:34

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By Redemption City Church

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676. EXTEMP WITH AMY & MIKE: September 2025 28:18

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The Tests and the Rest podcast has always been relentlessly focused on exploring important topics in testing, admissions, education, and learning with amazing expert guests. Sometimes, though, we enjoy an unstructured opportunity to discuss our own takes on major issues, upcoming events, and our endeavors at the intersection of business and educati…

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Hedgeye’s Keith McCullough on Market Opportunities and Risks | #598 54:40

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Today’s guest is Keith McCullough, Founder and CEO of Hedgeye, a financial media company that provides real-time investment research. In today’s episode, Keith discusses his journey in the financial world, the importance of market signals, and the innovative quad framework he uses to navigate economic scenarios. He emphasizes the significance of un…

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675. Unlocking Automatic Scholarships With PSAT, SAT, & ACT Scores 25:34

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The process of applying to college can be so cumbersome and time consuming that applicants have little time left over for elaborate scholarship applications. Luckily, students can qualify for abundant merit aid just by excelling on admissions tests they should be prepping for anyway! Amy and Mike invited educator Shaan Patel to explore how to unloc…

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Missional Living: Part 3 (Mike Bartlett) 09/21/25 44:01

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By Redemption City Church

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S3 EP5 - Joris Poort - CEO and Founder of Rescale 1:39:48

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In this episode, Joris Poort, CEO and founder of Rescale, shares his personal journey on founding Rescale as well as his thoughts on the future of CAE. He discusses the challenges of introducing HPC to the cloud market, the traits that make successful founders, and the importance of perseverance and execution in entrepreneurship. Joris reflects on …

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674. How And Why To Perform Your Best on the PSAT 29:59

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The PSAT/NMSQT may not influence college admissions decisions, but the test matters in more ways than you might think. Amy and Mike invited educator and author Brian Stewart to discuss how and why to perform your best on the PSAT. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What role does the PSAT play compared to the SAT or ACT? What are …

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Missional Living: Part 2 (Mike Bartlett) 09/14/25 34:25

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By Redemption City Church

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Turning Expiring Options Into Venture Exposure [Vested’s Dave Thornton] | #597 43:13

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Today’s guest is Dave Thornton, co-founder & Chief Customer Officer of Vested, which helps startup employees unlock the value in their equity. In today’s episode, Dave walks through the messy reality of startup stock options, noting $600 billion of startup equity is abandoned over a market cycle. He explains how Vested helps solve this problem by p…

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673. Preparing For A College Admissions Interview 26:18

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Someone once said that interviewing is tough, especially if you don't know what you're looking for. Another complicating factor is having no answer to predictable questions–a regrettably common occurrence for higher ed applicants. Amy and Mike invited educator Alison Slater to explore the importance of preparing for a college admissions interview. …

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Missional Living: Part 1 (Mike Bartlett) 09/07/25 42:45

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By Redemption City Church

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Innovative Tax Strategies in Bond Investing [Alex Morris] | #596 1:00:09

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Today’s guest is Alex Morris, the CEO & CIO of F/m Investments, a $19 billion investment firm. In today’s episode, Alex & Meb walk through the evolution of investment strategies and what led Alex to launch a series of bond-centric ETFs, with TBIL emerging as the breakout success. He also highlights his new “Compoundr” series, seeks to convert bond …

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S3 EP4 - 5 tips for CAE engineers in the era of AI 23:48

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In this episode of the Neil Ashton podcast, Neil discusses the impact of AI on CAE engineering, providing five essential tips for engineers to thrive in this evolving landscape. The conversation covers the importance of maintaining an open mind, continuous education, and preparing for AI physics applications. It also delves into the build vs. buy d…

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672. From Stage To Test: What Performance Teaches Us About Test Anxiety 28:49

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All the world’s a stage, which means that performance anxiety can be debilitating in a variety of contexts. What does it take to silence your inner critics and do your best when only your best will do? Amy and Mike invited educational consultant Christine Gangelhoff to explore what performance teaches us about test anxiety. What are five things you…

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Ephesians: New Life. New Family. New Purpose. Part 11 - (Alex Schulte) 08/31/25 41:38

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By Redemption City Church

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671. EXTEMP WITH AMY & MIKE: August 2025 27:43

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The Tests and the Rest podcast has always been relentlessly focused on exploring important topics in testing, admissions, education, and learning with amazing expert guests. Sometimes, though, we enjoy an unstructured opportunity to discuss our takes on major issues, upcoming events, and our endeavors at the intersection of business and education. …

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Bob Elliott on The Biggest Macro Experiment of Our Lifetime | #595 1:05:58

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Subscribe to YouTube Today’s guest is Bob Elliott, CEO and CIO of Unlimited, which uses machine learning to create low-cost index replications of 2&20 style alternative investments. Prior to founding Unlimited, Bob served on the Investment Committee at Bridgewater Associates and led Ray Dalio’s investment research team for nearly a decade. In today…

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670. Intentionality On The Road To College 25:21

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It’s been said that when we set an intention, somehow the world seems to magically come to meet us. Does that apply in college admissions? You'll never find out if you don’t try. Amy and Mike invited educational consultant Ann Cadwallader to outline the impact of intentionality on the road to college. What are five things you will learn in this epi…

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Ephesians: New Life. New Family. New Purpose. Part 10 - (Mark Bergin) 08/24/25 54:38

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By Redemption City Church

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The Parallels of Past and Present in Finance - Mark Higgins | #594 59:07

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Today’s guest is Mark J. Higgins, a Senior VP for IFA Institutional, where he focuses on providing advisory services to institutions. He’s also the author of Investing in U.S. Financial History: Understanding the Past to Forecast the Future, which is one of my favorite books on financial history. In today’s episode, Mark explores the parallels betw…

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669. College Essay Secrets 27:55

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Few writing assignments loom as large or feel as significant as the application essay does to a college-bound teen. But what if the keys to a statement that makes a difference were both simple to understand and easy to implement? Amy and Mike invited educational consultant Susan Knoppow to reveal valuable college essay secrets. What are five things…

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S3 EP3 - Professor Johannes Brandstetter on AI for Computational Fluid Dynamics 1:18:02

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In this conversation, Neil Ashton interviews Prof. Johannes Brandstetter, a physicist turned machine learning expert, about his journey from academia to industry, focusing on the application of machine learning in engineering and computational fluid dynamics (CFD). They discuss the Aurora project, the challenges of integrating machine learning with…

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USE THIS ONE - Ephesians: New Life. New Family. New Purpose. Part 9 - Cayden Kregel 53:44

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By Redemption City Church

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A Golden Moment for Asset Allocation? | Mike Philbrick | #593 55:41

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Today’s returning guest is Mike Philbrick, CEO of ReSolve Asset Management and Founding Member of the Return Stacked Team. In today’s episode, Mike discusses the evolving role of gold and Bitcoin in investment portfolios given the current economic landscape. He explores the historical performance of gold, its risk premium, and how it can help negat…

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668. STRATEGIES FOR THE COMPUTER-BASED ACT 29:37

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Starting in September 2025, the ACT will be administered nationally both on paper and on digital devices. Should you take the ACT on a computer? If so, what do you need to know in advance? Amy and Mike invited educator Adam Snoza to review Strategies For The Computer-Based ACT. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What should test t…

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Ephesians: New Life. New Family. New Purpose. Part 8 - Jim Panaggio (08-10-25) 46:12

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By Redemption City Church

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667. THE IMPACT OF DUAL ENROLLMENT 26:09

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Imagine two models of education, one of which reserves opportunities for college credit for college students and another which allows high schoolers to also earn college credit. Which do you think most college-bound students would prefer? Amy and Mike invited admissions professional Audrey Moreno to explore the impact of dual enrollment programs. W…

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S3 EP2 - Prof. Russell Cummings - World leader in Aerospace Engineering and Hypersonics 1:43:14

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In this episode of the Neil Ashton podcast, Professor Russell Cummings shares his extensive journey through the fields of aerodynamics, computational fluid dynamics and hypersonics. He discusses his early inspirations, his early days at University and the Hughes Aircraft Company - a key time during this life. He also talks about the cyclical nature…

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KKR's Henry McVey - Regime Change is Here: Think Differently About Asset Allocation | #592 58:38

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Today’s guest is Henry McVey, Head of Global Macro & Asset Allocation and Firmwide Market Risk and CIO of the KKR Balance Sheet. In today’s episode, Henry discusses the current macroeconomic landscape, emphasizing the regime change underway. He touches on the implications of a decline in the US dollar, where he sees opportunities in global markets,…

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Ephesians: New Life. New Family. New Purpose. Part 8 - (08-03-25) 46:21

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By Redemption City Church

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666. EXTEMP WITH AMY & MIKE: July 2025 26:15

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The Tests and the Rest podcast has always been relentlessly focused on exploring important topics in testing, admissions, education, and learning with amazing expert guests. Sometimes, though, we enjoy an unstructured opportunity to discuss our takes on major issues, upcoming events, and our endeavors at the intersection of business and education. …

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665. HOW TO MANAGE PROCRASTINATION IN THE ADMISSIONS PROCESS 25:56

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Procrastination does not necessarily stem from laziness or disorganization. Sometimes, we put off important tasks to cope with negative emotions associated with their outcomes–perfectly understandable but highly undesirable when it comes to complex college applications and strict deadlines. Amy and Mike invited education consultant Michelle McAnane…

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Ephesians: New Life. New Family. New Purpose. Part 6 - Mike Bartlett (07-27-25) 47:17

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By Redemption City Church

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664. TESTING GAMEPLAN FOR THE CLASS OF 2027 34:04

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When tests change, so should the conventional wisdom about timelines and options. How will the Enhanced ACT factor into your admissions exam plans? Amy and Mike invited educator Brian Eufinger to review a testing gameplan for the HS class of 2027. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What are the main issues for students in the high…

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663. ADMISSIONS NOTES FOR THE HS GRADUATING CLASS OF 2026 29:12

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Every year, new calculations and complications impact the college application process. Amy and Mike invited educational consultant Rebecca Stuart-Orlowski to return to the show with admissions notes for the HS graduating class of 2026. What are five things you will learn in this episode? Is the enrollment cliff real, and what does it mean for the C…

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S3 EP1 - Prof. Mike Giles - A CFD and Computational Finance Pioneer 2:07:11

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In this episode of the Neil Ashton podcast, Professor Mike Giles shares his extensive journey through the fields of computational fluid dynamics (CFD), computational finance and HPC. He discusses his early academic influences, his early days at Cambridge, internships at Rolls-Royce, his transition to MIT and Oxford where he made significant contrib…

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Ephesians: New Life. New Family. New Purpose. Part 5- (Allan Kabese) 07-20-25 40:24

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By Redemption City Church

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Tax Strategies, Exchange Funds, and Portfolio Optimization with Wes Gray & Srikanth Narayan | #591 51:21

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Today’s guests are Wes Gray, founder, CEO and Co-CIO of Alpha Architect, and Srikanth Narayan, founder and CEO of Cache, which he started in 2022 after experiencing concentrated stock positions in his own portfolio. Previously, he served in engineering and product leadership positions at Uber and Alphabet. In today’s episode, Meb, Wes & Srikanth sh…

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662. COLLEGE ADMISSIONS FOR THE STUDENT ATHLETE 29:30

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The path for high school athletes seeking to play at the next level becomes more uncertain every year. The increasing complexity of college sports recruitment is matched only by the uncertainty of every other part of the application process. Amy and Mike invited college advisor Barb Smith to share answers about college admissions for the student at…

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Ephesians: New Life. New Family. New Purpose. Part 4- Luke Salik (07-13-25) 47:02

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By Redemption City Church