Best Paula Thomas Podcasts (2025)

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30 years of Award-Winning Loyalty Leadership in Health & Beauty Retail (#729) 47:29

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This episode is available in audio format on our Let's Talk Loyalty podcast and in video format on www.Loyalty.TV. Dr Melanie Van Rooy talks openly in this podcast about what it takes to run a 30 year old leading loyalty programme which delights almost 13 million active members. Clicks ClubCard won three awards at this year’s South African Loyalty …

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20th Anniversary celebration with theatre designers David Korins, Ina Mayhew, David Rockwell, Es Devlin, and Dane Laffrey 48:39

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For the 20th anniversary of Design Matters, Debbie Millman revisits conversations with theatre designers David Korins, Ina Mayhew, David Rockwell, Es Devlin, and Dane Laffrey. From Broadway landmarks to innovative film and live performance design, these excerpts reveal how sets and spaces shape emotion, deepen story, and draw audiences into the mom…

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491. Costco is a Dating App? (w/Nayeema Raza and Pete Dominick) 47:45

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This week on Fake the Nation, comedian and host Negin Farsad is joined by journalist/podcaster Nayeema Raza (Smart Girl Dumb Questions) and comedian/podcaster Pete Dominick (Standup With Pete Dominick). Together, they discuss new research about the behavior of cats! And, they ask if it's suddenly very embarrassing to have a boyfriend. On the politi…

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The Art of Loyalty: Insights from Nectar (#728) 52:44

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This episode is available in audio format on our Let's Talk Loyalty podcast and in video format on www.Loyalty.TV. In this episode we are delighted to interview Shaun Hatrick, the Director of Partnerships and Business development for Nectar. Shaun is an expert in the loyalty and marketing space with almost two decades of experience shaping partners…

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DLF Mall Rewards: Blending Human and Digital to Delight Customers (#727) 45:35

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In this Wiser Loyalty episode we speak with Shivaji Choudhary, Assistant General Manager of Marketing at DLF Malls and one of the key principles in building out and recently launching DLF Mall Rewards. He talks about 'the DLF way' and how his team is combining experience and experimentation to create delight at their destination malls. DLF is a 78 …

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20th Anniversary celebration with technology pioneers Bill Moggridge, Jason Kottke, Anil Dash, and Kevin Kelly 44:47

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For the 20th anniversary of Design Matters, Debbie Millman revisits past interviews with technology pioneers Bill Moggridge, Jason Kottke, Anil Dash, and Kevin Kelly. These excerpts reflect on how technology emerged, how it shapes the way we live, and how these early thinkers imagined the future unfolding. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…

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Howard Wang: Prana Dynamics 1:02:47

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On today’s episode I had the pleasure to speak with Howard Wang. He has been exploring the theory and practice of Traditional Chinese Kung Fu through multiple disciplines since he was 14 years of age when he first learned the Eight Step Praying Mantis from his father, Grand Master Wang Chieh. Howard has studied Traditional Chinese Martial Arts as w…

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How Landmark Reimagined Loyalty: The Shukran Program Story (#726) 39:25

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This episode is available in audio format on our Let's Talk Loyalty podcast and in video format on www.Loyalty.TV. In this episode of Let's Talk Loyalty and Loyalty TV, we sit down with Aoun Raza and Emily Ong from Landmark Group’s Shukran program, one of the GCC’s most successful loyalty programs with over 14 million active members. They also disc…

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490. A Thanksgiving Episode (w/Meghna Chakrabarti, Benari Lee Poulton, Mark Oppenheimer and D.D. Guttenplan) 33:45

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This week comedian and host Negin Farsad has saved up some great conversations for your Thanksgiving earballs. She is joined by DD Guttenplan of The Nation & writer Mark Oppenheimer to ask why Gen Z is resurrecting the 90's. Also! Meghna Chakrabarti of NPR’s On Point and comedian Benari Lee Poulton talk about the fissures of the right wing, with ch…

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Global Loyalty at Shell: Insights, Strategy & Impact (#725) 42:04

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This episode is available in audio format on our Let's Talk Loyalty podcast and in video format on www.Loyalty.TV. In this episode of Let’s Talk Loyalty and Loyalty TV, Oleksandr Koliakin and Kanan Nabar from Shell share how they build and run a loyalty program across 25 markets worldwide. They discuss program design, regional and cultural adaptati…

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Guess the Guest: Surprising First Questions Part Two 30:31

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As part of the 20th anniversary of Design Matters, Debbie Millman shares Part Two of her most surprising first questions, the curious openings that sparked honesty, humor, and revelation. These excerpts highlight the unexpected moments that shaped some of the show’s most memorable conversations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor…

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489. Bubba, Billionaires and Bodega Coffee (w/Meghna Chakrabarti and Benari Lee Poulton) 58:05

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This week on Fake the Nation, comedian and host Negin Farsad is joined by comedian/writer Benari Lee Poulton and host of NPR's On Point, Meghna Chakrabarti. Together, they wonder why billionaires love owning sports teams and a psychology professor who can tell you which are the best years of your life. They look at the very ongoing Epstein Files an…

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Connecting Consumers and SMBs: Insights on Loyalty Programs with Kate Booth (#724) 38:13

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Canada is very well known for its coalition loyalty programs and proprietary programs that expand earn and redemption opportunities through strong partnerships. RMG Loyalty, nearing its 25th year, specializes in small business loyalty solutions and manages partnerships that link SMBs to major rewards programs. Specifically, they have managed SMB pr…

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“At the Heart of Sexual Ethics: Reflections on Aquinas and Wojtyla” 1:06:08

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“At the Heart of Sexual Ethics: Reflections on Aquinas and Wojtyla,” by Dr. Mathew D. Walz, given at Thomas Aquinas College, California, on November 7, 2025.By Thomas Aquinas College Lectures & Talks

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Loyalty Innovation in Global FMCG and Telecommunication Brands with MSET (#723) 40:21

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This episode is available in audio format on our Let's Talk Loyalty podcast and in video format on www.Loyalty.TV. Today's interview features insights from MSET, a UAE based digital solution company that is helping brands build smarter and more meaningful loyalty experiences, with an amazing client list in FMCG (fast-moving consumer goods) and tele…

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20th Anniversary celebration with photographers Catherine Opie, Albert Watson, Pete Souza, Lynn Goldsmith, and Mary Ellen Matthews 49:46

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To celebrate 20 years of Design Matters, Debbie Millman revisits standout moments from past conversations with photographers Catherine Opie, Albert Watson, Pete Souza, Lynn Goldsmith, and Mary Ellen Matthews. These excerpts explore how they approach craft, capture truth, and use the camera to tell the stories that define us. Hosted on Acast. See ac…

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Aaron Tait - Far Horizons: A Journey from War to Peace 43:54

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In this episode Ky Garvey talks with Aaron Tate about his memoir Far Horizons, tracing his transformation from a young naval officer deployed after 9/11 to a humanitarian leader in Africa. Aaron discusses the trauma of war, the moral awakening that led him to pursue international development, the challenges of writing a raw memoir, and his hopes to…

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“Art as Imitation: An Aristotelian Re-Activation” 38:17

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Dr. Daniel McInerny of Christendom College presents the November lecture at Thomas Aquinas College, New England, “Art as Imitation: An Aristotelian Re-Activation.”By Thomas Aquinas College Lectures & Talks

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488. So Gosh Darn Special (w/Shanna Christmas and Myq Kaplan) 56:50

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This week comedian and host Negin Farsad is joined by comedians Myq Kaplam and Shanna Christmas. Together, they ask, can you charge Thanksgiving guests who come to your home? They also look at Target's new 10-4 policy and the latest twist in the government shutdown. They also look at new revelations about the Epstein Files and close it all up by as…

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Australian Loyalty Insights Report 2025 (#722) 29:04

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This episode is available in audio format on our Let's Talk Loyalty podcast and in video format on www.Loyalty.TV. In its 3rd year, the Australian Loyalty Insights Report reveals three main themes. This report is brought to the loyalty industry by The Australian Loyalty Association and the Association's CEO, Sarah Richardson unveils the insights to…

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Brand Before Business: How Tekla Turns Experience into Loyalty (#721) 58:56

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In this episode of Let’s Talk Loyalty & Loyalty TV we sit down with Kristoffer Windall Juhl , Managing Director and CEO of Tekla, to explore how a digitally-first, Scandinavian brand has built an unwaveringly loyal customer base. From the meticulous care put into Tekla’s products to creating immersive retail experiences, Kristoffer shares insights …

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Dr. Shin Lin - The Science of Acupuncture 1:01:39

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On today’s episode I once again had the pleasure to speak to Dr. Shin Lin. Shin Lin, PhD, is a world-renowned expert on Tai Chi and a 12th generation heir of Chen Style Tai Chi designated by Grandmaster Chen Zheng-Lei of China’s Chen Family Village, where Tai Chi originated. He is a longtime chair of biophysics at Johns Hopkins and professor of bio…

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20th Anniversary celebration with culinary creatives Julia Turshen, Christina Tosi, Gabrielle Hamilton, Fanny Singer, and Will Guidara 52:15

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To mark 20 years of Design Matters, Debbie Millman revisits standout moments with Julia Turshen, Christina Tosi, Gabrielle Hamilton, Fanny Singer, and Will Guidara—voices who reimagined how we cook, write, and welcome. From recipe testing as poetry to tinkering with desserts, from building a neighborhood bistro to building a culture of “unreasonabl…

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Paula McLean on Debut Novels, Fearless Press & The Stella Legacy 36:12

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In this episode of Totally Lit, host Ky Garvey speaks with Paula McLean about her debut novel, the inspiration behind publishing imprint Fearless Press (founded by her daughter Ginny Grant), and the importance of supporting women writers through prizes like the Stella Prize and the new Fearless Prize. They discuss the shift from memoir to fiction, …

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How Carnival Cruise Line is Redefining Customer Experience with Carnival Rewards (#720) 44:54

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This episode is available in audio format on our Let's Talk Loyalty podcast and in video format on www.Loyalty.TV. Tune into Let’s Talk Loyalty and Loyalty TV to hear from Sid Krishna, Vice President of Carnival Cruise Line, on how Carnival is elevating the customer experience as a key party of earning customer loyalty through fleet innovations, ex…

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487. Election 2025 Bonus! (w/Benari Lee Poulton) 23:27

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Because we taped the weekly episode of Fake the Nation before the election results, we wanted to make sure you got a little FTN-post election talk from host, Negin Farsad, and regular panelist, Benari Lee Poulton. Together, they talk about the Mamdani win in NYC, the Sherrill win in New Jersey, the Spanberger win in Virginia and the Prop 50 win in …

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486. Famous Green Room Hangs (w/Olivia Levine and Andrew Heaton) 51:05

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On this week’s Fake the Nation, comedian and host Negin Farsad is joined by podcaster and writer Andrew Heaton and comedian Olivia Levine to talk about Jennifer Lawrence and whether celebrities should weigh in on politics. Plus, there’s outrage in Paris about the opening of a Shein store – Negin joins that rage, Francophile that she is. In politics…

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Enterprise Plus: la estrategia de lealtad de Enterprise Mobility (Spanish Episode) (#719) 50:35

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This episode of Let's Talk Loyalty & Loyalty TV is in Spanish Hoy en Let’s Talk Loyalty en español converso con Max Everett, Director de Lealtad en Enterprise Mobility. Desmenuzamos Enterprise Plus, la estrategia de lealtad de la marca, su relación con Emerald Club y Emerald Aisle, y cómo juntos crean valor real para el viajero. Hablamos del rol de…

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20th Anniversary Celebration with visionary illustrators Brian Rea, Maira Kalman, Barry Blitt, Edel Rodriguez, and Christoph Niemann 51:34

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To celebrate 20 years of Design Matters, Debbie Millman revisits standout moments from past conversations with illustrators Brian Rea, Maira Kalman, Barry Blitt, Edel Rodriguez, and Christoph Niemann. These excerpts explore how ideas drive style, how collaboration and constraint shape the work, and how a single image can speak fast and stay with yo…

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"On the Definition of Person" 49:26

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"On the Definition of Person," by Dr. Patrick Gardner (Tutor, Thomas Aquinas College, New England). Presented at Thomas Aquinas College's 2025 Thomistic Summer Conference.By Thomas Aquinas College Lectures & Talks

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“A Dumb Ox's Prayer to Bellow” 43:08

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“A Dumb Ox's Prayer to Bellow,” by Dr. Michael Pakaluk (Catholic University of America). Presented at Thomas Aquinas College’s 2025 Thomistic Summer Conference.By Thomas Aquinas College Lectures & Talks

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“Homosexuality, a Corrupt Complexio and Brutishness” 49:18

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“Homosexuality, a Corrupt Complexio and Brutishness,” by Dr. Janet Smith. Presented at Thomas Aquinas College’s 2025 Thomistic Summer Conference.By Thomas Aquinas College Lectures & Talks

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Christian White: The Long Night 51:44

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Host Ky Garvey talks with novelist and screenwriter Christian White about his new book, The Long Night, his work adapting stories for screen, and his writing process. They cover character-driven storytelling, the writer’s room, and practical advice for aspiring writers. White also shares personal anecdotes—from the early days of submitting work and…

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Paula's Final Episode (#718) 8:34

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This episode is available in audio format on our Let's Talk Loyalty podcast and in video format on www.Loyalty.TV. Paula Thomas here - proud Founder and CEO of Let's Talk Loyalty and Loyalty TV.... with my final ever episode for you as a host of our show. It's been an incredible experience to interview so many incredible guests and loyalty leaders …

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“Aquinas vs Scotus vs Aquinas on the Intrinsic Divisibility of Dimensive Quantity” 28:44

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“Aquinas vs Scotus vs Aquinas on the Intrinsic Divisibility of Dimensive Quantity,” by Jordan Raum (Catholic University of America). Presented at Thomas Aquinas College’s 2025 Thomistic Summer Conference.By Thomas Aquinas College Lectures & Talks

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“Aquinas, Boethius, and the Art of Commentary” 1:01:55

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“Aquinas, Boethius, and the Art of Commentary,” by Dr. Anthony Andres (Tutor, Thomas Aquinas College, California). Presented at Thomas Aquinas College’s 2025 Thomistic Summer Conference.By Thomas Aquinas College Lectures & Talks

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“Aquinas’s Application of the Essence-Energy Distinction to the Divine Attributes in the Summa” 43:45

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“Aquinas’s Application of the Essence-Energy Distinction to the Divine Attributes in the Summa Theologiae,” by Dr. John Froula (St. Paul Seminary at the University of St. Thomas, Minnesota). Presented at Thomas Aquinas College’s 2025 Thomistic Summer Conference.By Thomas Aquinas College Lectures & Talks

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“The Best Praeambulum Fidei” 42:52

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“The Best Praeambulum Fidei,” by Urban Hannon (University of Fribourg). Presented at Thomas Aquinas College’s 2025 Thomistic Summer Conference.By Thomas Aquinas College Lectures & Talks

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“Edith Stein, the Perennial Philosophy, and the Problem of Women” 27:54

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“Edith Stein, the Perennial Philosophy, and the Problem of Women,” by Suzie Andres. Presented at Thomas Aquinas College’s 2025 Thomistic Summer Conference.By Thomas Aquinas College Lectures & Talks

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Analogy in Aquinas: Development or Consistency? 34:09

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“Analogy in Aquinas: Development or Consistency?” by Shane Dowell (University of St. Thomas, Houston). Presented at Thomas Aquinas College’s 2025 Thomistic Summer Conference.By Thomas Aquinas College Lectures & Talks

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485. A Steamy Spinoff of Something That Was Wholesome (w/Christian Finnegan and Tim Manley) 55:52

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On this week's Fake the Nation, comedian and host Negin Farsad is joined by comedian, Christian Finnegan and writer/filmmaker, Tim Manley. They discuss livestream shopping - what is it and should we want it? - and the new dating phenomenon called The Feels. They also ask, how has the administration changed dating in D.C.? Finally, they look at the …

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Emirates Skywards Silver Jubilee - 25 Years Celebrating Emirates Loyalty Success (#717) 56:23

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This episode is available in audio format on our Let's Talk Loyalty podcast and in video format on www.Loyalty.TV. Paula Thomas here today, hosting perhaps the most special and significant episode of our show for me personally - and I can't imagine a more perfect guest and topic today than the Silver Jubilee of the Emirates Skywards programme - the…

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ACCOR Plus Innovates Again as a Leading Lifestyle Subscription (#716) 44:48

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This episode is available in audio format on our Let's Talk Loyalty podcast and in video format on www.Loyalty.TV. Paula Thomas here and I am thrilled to be back today interviewing the ACCOR Group – a brand that is joining us today for their fifth interview on the show. And in fact, ACCOR is the most frequent brand we’ve interviewed on our show, gi…

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20th Anniversary celebration with podcast hosts Krista Tippett, Ira Glass, Hrishikesh Hirway, Kara Swisher, and Jad Abumrad. 51:09

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To celebrate two decades of Design Matters, Debbie Millman gathers favorite moments from past interviews with podcast hosts Krista Tippett, Ira Glass, Hrishikesh Hirway, Kara Swisher, and Jad Abumrad. These excerpts trace how each host found their voice, shaped a format, and learned to listen, revealing the craft and conviction behind the shows tha…

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484. There Is No App For Democracy (w/Ophira Eisenberg and Mary Houlihan) 50:49

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This week on Fake the Nation, comedian and host Negin Farsad, is joined by comedian Ophira Eisenberg (Parenting is a Joke podcast) AND the comedian/podcaster Mary Houlihan (The Mary Houlihan Show). They discuss a school in Maine that punishes kids with hikes instead of detention. They also talk about how Gen Z is refusing to fall in line on "work e…

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SHEIKE Society & the Art of Customer-Centric Loyalty with Mel Grafton (#715) 33:31

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This episode is available in audio format on our Let’s Talk Loyalty podcast and in video format on www.Loyalty.TV. Join us as we chat with Mel Grafton, Head of Digital and CRM at SHEIKE about launching SHEIKE Society , the brand’s first-ever loyalty program. Discover how putting the customer first, creating memorable experiences, and fostering a st…

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Host Announcement - Nyeleti Nkuna Joins Let's Talk Loyalty & Loyalty TV (#714) 32:03

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This episode is available in audio format on our Let's Talk Loyalty podcast and in video format on www.Loyalty.TV. It’s Paula Thomas hosting today and I’m delighted to be chatting with Nyeleti Sue-Angel Nkuna, a customer loyalty strategist with a proven record helping blue-chip global brands forge deeper connections with their customers. Nyeleti is…

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20th Anniversary celebration with iconic musicians Kaki King, David Lee Roth, Lucy Wainwright Roche, Michael Stipe, and the Indigo Girls 49:41

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In honor of 20 years of Design Matters, Debbie Millman revisits unforgettable moments from her conversations with iconic musicians Kaki King, David Lee Roth, Lucy Wainwright Roche, Michael Stipe, and the Indigo Girls. Through their stories and songs, this special episode reflects on the meaning of a creative life and the artists who have shaped the…

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Dr. Ortwin Lüers: Wu Ji Chuan, Tibetan Buddhism, & Psychotherapy 1:26:16

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On today’s episode I had the pleasure to speak with Dr Ortwin Lüers. Dr. Lüers is a psychotherapist and an expert in the internal martial art of Wu Ji Chuan. As a psychiatrist he specializes in treating post-traumatic stress disorder and chronic stress. In 1984, he began studying Buddhism with Tibetan meditation master Ven. Lama Chime Rinpoche and …

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483. Don’t Cave! (with Ben Katzner and Andrew Ti) 50:54

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This week on Fake the Nation, comedian and host Negin Farsad is joined by comedian Ben Katzner (of the Troll Hole podcast) and comedian Andrew Ti (of Yo is This Racist). Together, they dig into the Bad Bunny controversy that just won’t quit. Plus, what is "zip coding"? They also discuss the government shutdown, the new ceasefire, and they ask why i…