Best Digital Human Rights Lab Podcasts (2025)

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274: The Cable Cowboy Who Went from Broke to Broadband 🤠 | Terry Koosed of Bel Air Internet 2:16:14

10d ago2:16:14

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Terry Koosed is the Founder of Bel Air Internet, a Los Angeles based Internet Service Provider, and a leading authority on successful entrepreneurship. He has founded and successfully run seven companies in the high-tech industry during the past 40 years, sometimes concurrently, and is what some would call, a serial entrepreneur. Listen to Part II,…

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273: Publishing to EdTech: The Unlikely Road to Evolution Labs with Founder Peter Kraft 1:26:53

2M ago1:26:53

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Peter Kraft is the Founder and President of Evolution Labs. Prior to founding Evolution Labs, Kraft was instrumental in forming and re-envisioning two educational software companies that led the industry in recruitment, enrollment and retention of college students. He co-founded GoalQuest in 2000 and served as its CEO until 2007 when he spearheaded…

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272: From Selling Phones Out of a Van to Leading a 9-Figure Empire | Brett Beveridge of T-ROC 1:13:10

3M ago1:13:10

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Brett Beveridge is the President of The Revenue Optimization Companies. Brett is an entrepreneurial, results-driven executive with over 20 years of experience and success in the wireless and technology industries. He has hands-on success in start-ups, profit turnarounds, mergers and acquisitions, IPOs and fundraising and is the driving force behind…

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271: How to Breathe Life into a Business... Dr. Dan Cohen of Breathe Right Strips 55:39

5M ago55:39

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Dr. Dan Cohen is the former Chairman of CNS, Incorporated. Dr. Cohen was the driving force behind the meteoric rise of Breathe Right nasal strips, acquiring the rights to manufacture and sell the product for the medical equipment company he founded in 1982. In 2006, GlaxoSmithKline acquired CNS, including its Breathe Right nasal strips and FiberCho…

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270: Once Again, the Return of the Non-Food Franchise King: Jon Ostenson of Franbridge Consulting 59:52

6M ago59:52

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Jon Ostenson is the Founder of FranBridge Consulting. Jon is a top 1% Franchise Consultant in the US, and frequent contributor on franchising across a variety of outlets and publications. Jon is a multi-brand franchisee himself, and along with his business partners, he has great operators leading these ventures. As a result, he is able to commit ov…

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269: Blowing Minds with Carey Smith: The Big Ass Fans Story! 🫏... 1:12:04

7M ago1:12:04

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Carey Smith founded Big Ass Fans in 1999 and served as its Chief Big Ass until the company's sale in 2017. Under his guidance, Big Ass Fans grew an average of 30% a year, with offices across the globe. It made the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies 11 consecutive years — a feat achieved by only 34 others — and expanded from industr…

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268: Manufacturing Shutters & Company Culture | 🪟 Rick Skidmore of Timberlane Inc. 1:06:53

8M ago1:06:53

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Rick Skidmore is the Founder and CEO at Timberlane, Inc. Having been born an entrepreneur, it should have been clear early on that despite considerable success in the insurance and investment industry, Rick's future was outside the traditional career path. Rick founded his current company, Timberlane Inc., in 1995, based on a passion and a gaping n…

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267: Powering Innovation: Jim Kalb's Journey with OptiFuse & the Future of Fuses!⚡ 1:25:19

10M ago1:25:19

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Jim Kalb is currently the President of OptiFuse, an innovative high-growth manufacturer of power protection components distributed by high-quality select wholesalers throughout the world. OptiFuse has been listed on the Inc. 5000 for the last 5 years, as well as being named as one of Forbe's magazines "25 Best Small Companies" in 2017. This Episode…

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266: Wheels of Fortune: 🚲 Team USA's Path to Tour de France Victory (Anne Hed of HED Cycling) 1:08:07

11M ago1:08:07

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Anne Hed is a lifetime resident of Minnesota. Her history as a business owner began back in the 1980’s, when she raced as a professional triathlete. She completed eight Ironman Triathlons in Hawaii, and met her late husband, Steve, through the sport. He became one of her first sponsors... This Episode is Sponsored By: Jon Ostenson, Founder of FranB…

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265: Building a Sparkling Soda Fireworks Store?!? | 🎉 Mark Lazarchic of Serenity Ventures 1:15:20

1y ago1:15:20

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Mark Lazarchic is the CEO of Serenity Venture Group. He describes himself as a serial entrepreneur with eyes always open. Mark is the owner of multiple successful startup businesses in very competitive markets. Mark has spent the last 10 years being amazed at the level of mediocrity accepted by the public in business. At all levels... This Episode …

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264: From Clothing Manufacturer, to Franchise Owner, to Starting the Tint World Franchise | Ex-CEO of Meineke, Charles Bonfiglio, shares his Journey 🚗… 1:21:14

1y ago1:21:14

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Charles J. Bonfiglio is the Franchise Founder & Chief Executive Officer of Tint World. The company is a privately owned franchise chain of independent retail window tinting, mobile electronics, auto accessories and appearance centers. As the lead executive of Tint World, Charles is responsible for all functions related to the development and leader…

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263: Using Real Human Connections to Achieve Exceptional Success... Doug Brown of CEO Sales Strategies 1:59:52

1+ y ago1:59:52

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Doug C. Brown is the CEO of CEO Sales Strategies and a Sales Revenue and Profit Growth Expert. He has led client award-winning and high-performance teams as well as pioneered profitable development programs for companies. He has advised companies such as Intuit, CBS Television, Procter & Gamble, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Nationwide, Embassy Suites, In…

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262: From Single Mom Flipping Burgers to a Powerhouse in Venture Capital | Olga Maslikhova of The J Curve 1:18:39

1+ y ago1:18:39

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Olga Maslikhova is the founder and host of The J Curve, the podcast about Latin America tech ecosystem builders. Olga is also a successful tech investor. She aims to share insights and stories from the region's most influential entrepreneurs, investors, and experts. She also leverages her network and knowledge as a member of a global community of w…

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261: Buying a Business at a Great Price! Over 30 Years of Biz Buying & Selling - Richard Parker of Diomo Corporation. 3:11:55

1+ y ago3:11:55

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Richard Parker is the founder of Diomo Corporation – The Business Buyer Resource Center and author of the How To Buy A Good Business At A Great Price series. Richard has purchased thirteen of his own businesses and has been an advisor and broker to small business buyers and sellers for over three decades. He has written and been featured in more th…

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260: From Rabbi School to Supply Chain Innovator. How Izzy Rosenzweig is Saving Customers Time & Money with Portless! 1:18:32

1+ y ago1:18:32

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Izzy Rosenzweig is the Founder and CEO of Portless, a company that fulfills e-commerce orders directly from China to their client’s customers' front doors, massively improving lead times, decreasing shipping costs, and lowering import tax fees. Born from a family that has a strong entrepreneurial spirit, Izzy discovered his passion for business at …

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259: How this Innovative Business is Unlocking Minds... 🤯 The Psychedelic Journey of Dylan Beynon & Mindbloom 🌻 2:01:25

1+ y ago2:01:25

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Dylan Beynon is the Founder and CEO of Mindbloom. Dylan grew up in a family that was torn apart by mental illness. He lost both his mother and sister to severe mental illnesses, addiction, and eventually overdose. For years he struggled to process the impact these losses had on him. It was not until 2009 that Dylan began the healing process when he…

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258: From a Successful Exit to Closing a Company... & Biking His Way Back on Top | The Story of Mike Peregudov of Whizz 1:19:04

2y ago1:19:04

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Mike Peregudov is the CEO and Co-Founder of Whizz, an E-bike rental service company for delivery riders. Mike has had diverse work experience, holding several high-level positions in the past. Prior to Whizz, Mike was a General Partner at S16VC starting in 2020. And from 2014 to 2020, he founded and served as the CEO of Yandex Chef, which was later…

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Spatial Computing Horizons: Impact of Augmented Reality - Interview with Alastair Reynolds 1:03:26

2y ago1:03:26

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Welcome back to The Cyberdelic Podcast! In today's deep dive, we're navigating the intricate dance between technology and humanity with the renowned science fiction author-scientist Alastair Reynolds and our own Nils Pihl. Together, they delve into the profound implications of augmented reality as portrayed in Alastair’s narratives and the looming …

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257: Using Science & Tech to Create a Sweet Solution (Ali Wing of Oobli) 1:23:23

2y ago1:23:23

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Ali Wing is the CEO of Oobli, a food-tech company that is aiming to introduce sweet proteins to everyone. Their mission is to make an impact on the world by introducing sweet proteins as a much healthier alternative. The sweet protein was derived from an Oubli plant found in West Africa and Southeast Asia, which inspired the name Oobli. There is a …

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End User, a short sci-fi story by Alastair Reynolds 33:19

2y ago33:19

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We are BACK for season 2! In this season's premiere episode, we're taking a slightly different approach. We're diving into the world of science fiction with a special treat. We are incredibly honored to present a story penned by Alastair Reynolds! Known for his masterful storytelling in hard science fiction, Reynolds' work often explores the vastne…

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256: Solving Sexual Health Issues thru Good Vibrations... Soum Rakshit of MysteryVibe 1:55:15

2y ago1:55:15

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Soumyadip Rakshit is the CEO and Co-Founder of MysteryVibe, which is an award-winning world leader in medical devices for sexual health. Soum created MysteryVibe to address one of the biggest personal challenges - keeping the ‘mystery’ in the bedroom, especially after major life events like childbirth, menopause, cancer treatment or surgery. To mak…

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255: The Future of Skin Care through AI with Estonian Founder - Anastasia Georgievskaya of Haut.AI 1:23:44

2y ago1:23:44

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Anastasia Georgievskaya is the CEO and co-founder of Haut.AI, an Estonian AI-powered skin analytics SaaS platform delivering uniquely personalized skincare recommendations and diagnostics for retail and skin wellness applications. Haut.AI is a leading European AI company delivering hyper-personalized skincare and beauty experiences. Backed by its b…

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254: How a Ukrainian Waiter in Dubai, Facing Overwhelming Challenges, Evolved to an eCommerce Titan (Anatoliy Labinskiy of GSM Growth Agency) 1:33:24

2y ago1:33:24

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Anatoliy Labinskiy is the Founder of GSM Growth Agency, an eCommerce growth agency that helps brands grow to 6–7 figures in revenue. He is a self-made entrepreneur, family man, eCommerce expert, and holder of 4-time Two Comma Club awards. His life story exemplifies how everything works against you when it comes to success. Starting as a waiter in a…

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253: Surviving a Storm at Sea & Reflecting on Past Startups via Brett Martin of Kumospace (The Innovative Virtual Office Platform) 1:08:15

2y ago1:08:15

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Brett Martin is President & Co-Founder of Kumospace, the virtual office platform where teams show up, as well as Co-Founder & Managing Partner of Charge Ventures, a pre-seed-focused venture fund based in Brooklyn, NY. He also serves as an Adjunct Professor at Columbia Business School, where he teaches data analytics and technology strategy. This Ep…

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The Power and Benefits of Generative AI with Artem Koren of Sembly.ai 40:41

2y ago40:41

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This week host Derek E. Silva is joined by Artem Koren, Co-founder and Chief Product Officer of Sembly.ai. Artem shares his insights on the new theory of everything, the impact of ChatGPT and generative AI on society, and the future of machine learning. Plus, learn all about his book "Untethered," which delves into human nature through instinct, cu…

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What's Next for the Future of Startups and Tech with Corey Johnson 44:31

2y ago44:31

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This week, host Derek E. Silva joins veteran journalist Corey Johnson, Founder of the Business Podcast Network and the insightful Drill Down Podcast host. Join us on a journey through the world of startups and tech, exploring the intricacies of business fundamentals in today's market. Plus, we'll dive into the latest news on crypto regulation, exam…

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252: This Military Spouse takes Training 💪... to a Virtual Level | Molly Rose Speed of Virtual Assistant Management 1:08:57

2y ago1:08:57

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Molly Rose Speed is the founder of The Virtual Assistant Academy, a certification for the best Virtual Support Staff in the country, and the owner of Virtual Assistant Management, a placement agency for entrepreneurs in need of top virtual assistant talent for organizations. Her expertise is in online business, systems, and outsourcing. Molly is a …

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Building the Future of Decentralized Finance with Eric Chen, CEO of Injective Labs 34:57

2+ y ago34:57

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This week host Derek E. Silva joins Eric Chen, CEO and co-founder of Injective Labs. It is a research and development company that creates unmatched decentralized finance solutions. We will explore the world of decentralized finance and talk about how we can use applications to change how we think about finance and investment. With Eric Chen as our…

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Lessons Learned from the FTX Collapse with Brady Dale of Axios 47:35

2+ y ago47:35

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This week host Derek E. Silva joins renowned crypto reporter Brady Dale from Axios and author of the new upcoming book SBF: how the FTX Bankruptcy Unwound Crypto's very Bad, Good guy. They take a deep dive into the evolution of crypto and its intersection with the internet, from the digital content revolution to blockchain technology. We'll also ex…

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Web3 and Rethinking the Internet with Jonas Simanavicius of Syntropy 39:52

2+ y ago39:52

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This week host Derek E. Silva joins Jonas Simanavicius, Co-founder & CTO of Syntropy, to talk about his company's groundbreaking work in revolutionizing internet security and networking. We take a deep dive to learn more about Syntropy's innovative approach to Web3 development, enhancing network capacity for global users, and rethinking data packet…

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251: How an Employee Strived for Ownership in his $20MM Tech Company... Lubo Smid of STRV 1:02:51

2+ y ago1:02:51

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Lubo Smid is the Co-Founder and CEO of STRV. Lubo is a tech entrepreneur with a passion for cutting-edge technology and an adventurous lifestyle. He has co-founded STRV, a design and engineering company, that built products for prominent startups like Tinder, The Athletic or Citizen and well-established brands like Microsoft or Barry’s. This Episod…

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Future of Cybersecurity and Data Protection with Michael Castro, CEO of RiskAware 41:07

2+ y ago41:07

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This week we delve into the world of cybersecurity with expert Michael Castro, Founder & CEO of RiskAware. We take a deep dive to explore the essential aspects of data security, including identifying security risks, preventing cyber threats, and building solutions to safeguard corporate privacy online.…

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Web3 Privacy, Preventing AI Bias and Decentralized Governance with Mykola Siusko 45:57

2+ y ago45:57

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This week host Derek E. Silva is joined by Web3 privacy advocate Mykola Siusko to explore the next wave of the internet. They dive into important topics such as whether blockchain can exist without crypto, preventing AI bias, and the future of decentralized governance. Plus, a look at the privacy market outlook. Tune in for all the insights.…

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Inside the World of Elite Cyber Security with Amit Serper 47:02

2+ y ago47:02

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This week host Derek E. Silva joins Amit Serper, Director of Security Research at Sternum and a former member of an elite cyber unit in the Israeli government. Amit, who disabled the infamous NotPetya attack in 2017, shares the story about one of the biggest cyber attacks in history and the elite hackers behind it. Join us as we dive into the ever-…

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Privacy by Design: Navigating the Future of Data Ownership with Debra Farber 46:27

2+ y ago46:27

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This week Derek E. Silva is joined by privacy tech advisor Debra Farber, host of the Shifting Privacy Left podcast to tackle the important topic of building consumer trust with a privacy by design approach. We'll also examine GDPR compliance, decentralized identity solutions, and look ahead at the future of data ownership.…

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250: From Years of Being a W-2 Employee to Becoming A (Non-Food) Franchise King - Jon Ostenson of FranBridge Consulting 57:13

2+ y ago57:13

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Jon Ostenson is the Founder and CEO of FranBridge Consulting, a top 1% Franchise Consultant in the US, and frequent contributor on franchising across a variety of outlets and publications. Jon is a multi-brand franchisee himself, and along with his business partners, he has great operators leading these ventures. As a result, he is able to commit o…

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Data Privacy and Freedom in the Digital Age with Hue Rhodes, Founder of Friday 49:56

2+ y ago49:56

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On this week's show, Derek E. Silva sits down with Hue Rhodes, the founder and CEO of Friday, a company that prioritizes personal data privacy. Friday, a Web3 organization, allows individuals to take back control of their shared data and grant access through licensing without giving up control. It’s a great conversation about the hidden data ecosys…

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Web3 Economy and Building a Better Internet with Al Morris, Founder of Koii 35:32

2+ y ago35:32

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This week, Derek E. Silva joins Al Morris, the Founder and CEO of Koii Network that is building the fabric and frameworks for a better internet. It's a great conversation about the Web3 economy, content creation, NFTs, and the future of the internet.By Orchid Labs 2023

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The World of Ethical Hacking and Cybersecurity with Inti De Ceukelaire, Head of Hackers at Intigriti 40:04

2+ y ago40:04

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This week we talk with Inti De Ceukelaire, Head of Hackers at Intigriti, Europe's top ethical hacking platform and bug bounty program. The show takes a deep dive into the world of hacking and discuss how Intigriti's community of ethical hackers helps companies identify and fix vulnerabilities in their systems. Inti also shares the amazing tale of h…

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249: War Survivor to Construction Industry Innovator... How René Morkos used AI to Build ALICE Technologies... 1:05:33

2+ y ago1:05:33

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René Morkos, Ph.D. is an inventor, founder, adjunct professor at Stanford University, and CEO of ALICE Technologies. He is the inventor of the world’s first Generative Construction Simulator and Optimizer and obtained his Ph.D. in artificial intelligence applications for construction as a Charles H. Leavell fellow at Stanford University, where he c…

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Universal Privacy Alliance: Building the Next Generation of the Internet 43:42

2+ y ago43:42

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This week we feature three members of the newly formed Universal Privacy Alliance who will participate in a panel discussion about the decentralized future. A fantastic line-up of notable guests joins host Derek E. Silva, including Tor Bair, Founder of the Secret Foundation, Jaya Brekke, Chief Strategy Officer at Nym, and Travis Cannell, Head of Pr…

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Freedom of Speech, Privacy, and the Great Encryption Debate with EFF's Cindy Cohn 49:44

2+ y ago49:44

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The Priv8 Podcast this week welcomes Cindy Cohn, Executive Director of Electronic Frontier Foundation, an international non-profit digital rights group based in San Francisco, California. Join us for a deep dive on ways to fix the Internet, the global encryption debate, defending freedom of speech, and why privacy is a human right.…

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248: The Secret to Fixing Businesses like Expedia, Rosetta Stone, & PetMeds | Matt Hulett (aka The Startup Whisperer) 1:22:17

2+ y ago1:22:17

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Matt Hulett is the CEO and President of PetMeds. Matt is a seasoned technology executive leading world-class public and private companies and working closely with Boards and investors in organizations that include Rosetta Stone, RealNetworks, Expedia and many more. He has had multiple turnaround successes as a public company president as well as a …

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Next Generation Encryption and Cyber Security with Carlos Salas, Engineering Manager at NordLayer 35:19

2+ y ago35:19

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This week, host Derek E. Silva is joined by NordLayer Engineering Manager Carlos Salas. A deep dive into VPNs, next-generation encryption, how to prevent crypto jacking, and the future of cyber security.By Orchid Labs 2022

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Military Intelligence, Code Breaking, and Cyber Security Factors with Stephen Semmelroth 41:00

2+ y ago41:00

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We are joined by Avant Communications' Cyber VP, Stephen Semmelroth, a world-class security expert. In the Army, Stephen served in Afghanistan and the Army's Cyber Corps, where he led a team of cyberspace experts to defend US assets across an entire continent. Additionally, he co-authored the training doctrine that defines how cyber units defend th…

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Military Intelligence, Code Breaking, and Cyber Security Factors with Stephen Semmelroth 41:04

2+ y ago41:04

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We are joined by Avant Communications' Cyber VP, Stephen Semmelroth, a world-class security expert. In the Army, Stephen served in Afghanistan and the Army's Cyber Corps, where he led a team of cyberspace experts to defend US assets across an entire continent. Additionally, he co-authored the training doctrine that defines how cyber units defend th…

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247: Content Creator Builds a Successful SaaS Business & Sells it to Adobe - Alex Packham of ContentCal 1:04:11

2+ y ago1:04:11

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Alex Packham is the Founder of ContentCal and a serial entrepreneur. During the ContentCal journey, Alex raised over £10m for ContentCal, built the business to 3,000+ customers globally, a team of 50, and consistently grew 150% year on year. ContentCal was acquired by Adobe in 2021. Alex currently serves as Product Director at Adobe and is an inves…

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Digital Sovereignty and the Future of the Internet with Seth for Privacy 48:59

2+ y ago48:59

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This week Derek E. Silva joins Seth for Privacy, an educator and activist who hosts the Opt Out podcast. In this episode, we discuss data protection and sovereignty in the digital economy, why privacy matters, and we explore open source tools to support Internet freedom.By Orchid Labs 2022

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Digital Sovereignty and the Future of the Internet with Seth for Privacy 49:04

2+ y ago49:04

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This week Derek E. Silva joins Seth for Privacy, an educator and activist who hosts the Opt Out podcast. In this episode, we discuss data protection and sovereignty in the digital economy, why privacy matters, and we explore open source tools to support Internet freedom.By Orchid Labs 2022

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