Best Keith Sawyer Podcasts (2025)

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Adam Green: The Neuroscience and Neurostimulation of Creativity 47:15

6h ago47:15

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Dr. Adam Green is an expert in brain research and neurostimulation of creativity. He also studies how the use of AI influences creativity in the user. Spoiler alert: Using AI often reduces creativity. He’s the Director of the Laboratory for Relational Cognition at Georgetown University, a founder and former president of The Society for the Neurosci…

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155: The 3 Key Shifts Every Law Firm Must Make with Tim Sawyer from Faster Outcomes and Jay Berkowitz Of Ten Golden Rules 1:26:29

12h ago1:26:29

1:26:29

Most law firms miss the real opportunity hiding in plain sight. It's a proven framework that can take you from 1 to 10x. Tim Sawyer from FasterOutcomes returns to the show and together we share a fantastic framework for the three parts every law firm must get right. 1. Attract better clients. 2. Close more cases. 3. Deliver five-star operations. Th…

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Math Mind: The Simple Path to Loving Math with Author Shalinee Sharma 43:19

13h ago43:19

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Shalinee Sharma is the CoFounder and CEO of Zearn and the author of Math Mind: The Simple Path to Loving Math. She joins host Mike Palmer in a conversation about what it takes to instill a genuine love of math in all kids. We begin by hearing Shalinee's origins in consulting at Bain before she jumped into the opportunity to cofound Zearn and lead i…

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Episode #487 - "All Hail Us" with Kelly McInerney 1:51:19

18h ago1:51:19

1:51:19

In this episode, the Goods from the Woods Boys are hangin' out at Disgraceland Studios with one of our all-time faves, comedian Kelly McInerney! We chug an apple cider vinegar energy drink and talk about the late great Ozzy Osbourne. We also check in on Bill Maher locking American treasure Billy Joel inside Club Random and making it REALLY weird. C…

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2025 Utah Day & Night Coyote Hunt Recap with Desert Hound Reapers 56:35

1d ago56:35

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I spent a week in Utah with my family and was able to slip away for a day of day and night hunting with Devon from Desert Hound Reapers. The day was packed with everything from intense moments to pure excitement and I even got to experience thermal hunting for the first time ever! Follow Desert Hound Reapers on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/…

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Demystifying the Science of Reading with Doug Lemov, Founder of Teach Like a Champion 44:00

8d ago44:00

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Mike Palmer welcomes Doug Lemov, founder of Teach Like a Champion, to the podcast. Lemov discusses his journey from teacher to education innovator and the evolution of Teach Like a Champion. He highlights the importance of the new book, The Teach Like a Champion Guide to the Science of Reading, co-authored with Colleen Driggs and Erica Woolway. The…

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154: 10 Golden Rules to Transform Your Life & Your Practice with Chris Keller and Jay Berkowitz 45:39

7d ago45:39

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This week I had the opportunity to sit down with Chris Keller of Keller Swan Injury Attorneys to unpack 10 Golden Rules to Rise and Transform Your Life and Your Practice. Chris opened up about how he scaled Keller Swan from a two-man shop to an 80-person, multi-state law firm and we realized the lessons weren’t just about business, but about life. …

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Scott Thorp: Creative Thinking Strategies in Art and Design 46:54

15d ago46:54

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Scott Thorp is an artist, writer and educator specializing in creativity. He’s a professor at Augusta University, and is the Chair of the Department of Art and Design and the Associate Vice President for Interdisciplinary Research. Scott earned his MFA in multi-disciplinary art from the Maryland Institute College of Art. In addition to his artistic…

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The Connected College with Author Elliot Felix 39:26

15d ago39:26

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On this episode of Trending in Education, Mike Palmer is joined by Elliot Felix, a returning guest, to discuss his new book, The Connected College: Leadership Strategies for Student Success. The book, releasing July 22nd, focuses on how higher education can become more agile, connected, and break down silos. Elliot Felix shares his mission of stude…

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153: They Don’t Teach You This in Law School – How to Build a Personal Brand & My Interview on Charley Mann’s Great Podcast 33:42

15d ago33:42

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Most people think building a personal brand is about being everywhere—but the real power comes from being consistent in one place. I had the chance to be interviewed by Charley Mann on his podcast They Don’t Teach This in Law School, and we went deep into building a personal brand that drives real business. We talked about my story and how I went f…

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Episode #486 - "Poison Hands" with Ben Sawyer 1:59:01

15d ago1:59:01

1:59:01

In this episode, Rivers and Sam are joined once again by comedian and history professor Dr. Benjamin Sawyer from 'The Road to Now' Podcast! We kick this one off by chugging a very weird AriZona Iced Tea energy drink that is carbonated for some reason. Then, Rivers tells the tale of the karate pioneer, crazy person, and "World's Most Dangerous Man",…

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Trending in Ed Summer Reading List 2025 - 10 Books To Read 32:31

18d ago32:31

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Join us as Mike Palmer reveals Trending in Ed's Summer Reading List 2025! Mike shares the books that resonate most with the learning zeitgeist based on conversations with folks like Isabelle Hau, Horacio Sanchez, Kathleen DeLaski, and Eddie Watson. Plus get sneak peaks at upcoming book episodes with Elliot Felix, Doug Lemov, and Shalinee Sharma up …

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Values, Happiness, and the Power of Self-Awareness with Doug Lennick 41:01

21d ago41:01

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In this episode, Ryan Goulart welcomes Think2Perform CEO, author, and self-described “philosophizer” Doug Lennick to explore the timeless concepts from Doug’s first book, Simple Genius (You)—and how the wisdom behind it still shapes leadership, happiness, and human connection today. Doug shares foundational philosophies that he developed as early a…

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152: The Ten Golden Rules of Reputation Management and Crisis Communication with Evan Nierman and Jay Berkowitz 49:27

22d ago49:27

49:27

You might think a good reputation speaks for itself until one bad news headline or “X” tweet takes over the first page of Google for your name. I sat down with Evan Nierman, founder of Red Banyan and a true crisis whisperer, and together we developed the 10 Golden Rules of Reputation Management and Crisis Communications. You’ll learn exactly what t…

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Episode #485 - "Reap the Whirlwind" with Tony Bartolone 1:36:03

22d ago1:36:03

1:36:03

In this episode, Rivers and Sam are hangin' at Disgraceland Studios with our friend, comedian Tony Bartolone. We kick this one off by chugging a blue raspberry "A.I.", the new energy drink from Bang creator and insane person, Jack Owoc. Then, we talk about WWE Hall of Famer Ric Flair being a public nuisance in the Tampa metropolitan area. We say a …

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Zorana Ivcevic Pringle: The Creativity Choice 48:11

28d ago48:11

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Dr. Zorana Ivcevic Pringle is a Senior Research Scientist at the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence. Her work has been featured in the Harvard Business Review, US News, Science Daily, and others, and she is a regular contributor to Psychology Today and Creativity Post. Zorana studies many aspects of the creative process, including idea generati…

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151: There’s Riches in the Niches … Jay Berkowitz Interviewed by Ivy Slater 34:06

29d ago34:06

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It’s amazing what can happen when one good conversation sparks a flood of opportunity. I sat down with Ivy Slater on her Her Success Story podcast to talk shop—from how I broke into marketing with brands like McDonald's and Coca-Cola to building Ten Golden Rules into a top digital marketing agency for lawyers. We covered how AI is rewriting the rul…

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Episode #484 - "2009" (Part 2) with Kevin Anderson, Kyle Clark, & Brandie Posey 2:03:41

29d ago2:03:41

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In this episode, Rivers is joined at Disgraceland Studios by THREE hilarious comedians Kevin Anderson, Kyle Clark, and Brandie Posey for our annual tradition of trying to find the funniest year of all time. This time, it's all about THE YEAR 2009. In Part 2, we go into absolutely everything from the second half of this year: movies, music, TV, and …

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Scratch, Curiosity, and the Future of Learning with Dr. Margaret Honey 39:01

29d ago39:01

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Join us on this episode of Trending in Education as Mike Palmer talks with Dr. Margaret Honey, President and CEO of the Scratch Foundation. We dive into the world of Scratch, the visual programming language that's empowering a new generation of creative thinkers and makers. Dr. Honey shares her unique career path, starting from her high school days…

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Leadership, Culture, and Owning Your Growth 32:55

1M ago32:55

32:55

In this episode of Making the Ideal Real, host Ryan Goulart is joined by Kyle Sale, one of think2perform's newest fractional leaders, for a candid conversation about leadership, self-discovery, and the journey to becoming your ideal self—at work, at home, and in the world. From running a 60-person business in Austin at age 28 to coaching leaders th…

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150: Case Study: How Kendelle Pollitt Grew Pier Law by 477% 1:20:23

1M ago1:20:23

1:20:23

Ten Golden Rules just didn’t help Kendelle Pollitt grow her law firm but we watched her become a local powerhouse in the process. In this case study, I walk you through the exact strategies we used to help Pier Law and Mediation grow 477% in just three years. From showing up in Google’s AI search to converting higher-value clients with better intak…

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Episode #483 - "2009" (Part 1) with Keith Carey, Kyle Clark, & Jordan Williams 2:31:49

1M ago2:31:49

2:31:49

In this episode, Rivers is joined at Disgraceland Studios by THREE hilarious people, comedians Keith Carey, Kyle Clark, and the INCREDIBLE visual artist Jordan Williams for our annual tradition of trying to find the funniest year of all time. This time, it's all about THE YEAR 2009. In Part 1, we go into absolutely everything from the first six mon…

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Learning to See | Insights into Creativity with Dr. Keith Sawyer | Trending in Ed 42:56

1M ago42:56

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On this episode of Trending in Education, host Mike Palmer sits down with Dr. Keith Sawyer, a renowned creativity researcher and professor at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill. Dr. Sawyer, author of the book Learning to See: Inside the World's Leading Art and Design Schools, shares insights from his career journey and extensive research …

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Empowering Teachers as Climate Leaders with Margaret Wang-Aghania from Subsc 33:22

1M ago33:22

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On this episode of Trending in Education, Mike Palmer is joined by Margaret Wang-Aghania, co-founder and executive director of Subject to Climate, to discuss the integration of climate education into K-12 schooling. We explore how Subject to Climate empowers educators to teach about climate change, action, and justice across all grade levels and su…

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Jonathan Feinstein: How Lives Unfold for Exceptional Creators 45:22

1M ago45:22

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Dr. Jonathan Feinstein, a professor at Yale University, studies the developmental paths of creative individuals, including entrepreneurs, inventors, artists and scientists. His book Creativity in Large-Scale Contexts was published in 2023. He is also the author of The Nature of Creative Development (2006). His current work focuses on models of crea…

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149: The Ten Golden Rules of Content Creation for Law Firms by David Arato and Jay Berkowitz 42:34

1M ago42:34

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I’ve seen too many law firms miss the mark with content that sounds smart—but doesn’t connect or convert or trigger free SEO traffic. That’s why David Arato and I teamed up to outline the 10 Golden Rules of Content Creation for Law Firms. Drawing from both of our backgrounds in law (David was the attorney) and digital marketing, we created a framew…

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Episode #482 - "Robots are Everywhere" 1:50:42

1M ago1:50:42

1:50:42

In this episode, the Goods from the Woods Boys are all by their lonesome Disgraceland Studios and we're chattin' about some recent hot news involving a man exposing himself and then shooting a game camera in Alabama. We chug a VUUM energy protein drink made by L.A. nepo-babies. Mike "MyPillow Guy" Lindell is back at it again and we run down our Top…

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Quantum Insights and the Future of Deep Tech with Charles Beyrouthy, Managing Partner at Forma Prime 53:18

1M ago53:18

53:18

In this episode of Trending in Education, Mike Palmer hosts Charles Beyrouthy, Managing Partner at Forma Prime, a venture capital firm, to explore the exciting intersection of deep technology and the future of education. We dive into the profound shifts happening in our world, from the cutting-edge advancements in quantum computing, new sensor tech…

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Empathy, Leadership, and Collective Action in Higher Ed with Dr. Terri Givens 36:40

2M ago36:40

36:40

Dr. Terri Givens is a regular "Friend of the Show" on Trending in Ed and a professor of political science at the University of British Columbia and author of Radical Empathy. She joins host Mike Palmer to discuss the current challenges facing higher education and academic associations, the importance of collaboration, and how individuals can take a…

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Building a Culture of Feedback with Elena Beckius 34:00

2M ago34:00

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In this episode, Ryan Goulart welcomes executive coach, leadership expert, and Think2Perform Vice President Elena Beckius to explore one of the most crucial aspects of effective communication: giving and receiving feedback. With honesty, clarity, and compassion, Elena shares tools and experiences that illuminate how feedback when done well can crea…

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Trending in ED AI with Virtual CoHost Nancy | Episode 700 25:58

2M ago25:58

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In the 700th episode of Trending in Ed, host Mike Palmer welcomes back Nancy, our virtual co-host, to delve into the latest and most significant developments in the world of Artificial Intelligence, viewed through the crucial lens of education. This milestone episode marks the launch of a new sub-feed, Trending in Ed - AI, which will focus specific…

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148: New! Updated - Ten Golden Rules of Online Marketing - Law Firm Edition 1:28:08

2M ago1:28:08

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In this episode Jay shares the updates to his game changing "10 Golden Rules of Online Marketing," offering new and improved insights tailored for law firms navigating the digital landscape. He share rules like “There are no rules”, The Best Never Rest” and “Lead the Trends”. Berkowitz underscores the method to target projects for innovation, the p…

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Episode #481 - "Friendship Brigade" with Nicole Yates 1:57:30

2M ago1:57:30

1:57:30

In this episode, the Goods from the Woods Boys welcome comedian Nicole Yates back to Disgraceland as we dive headfirst into a barrel of fun! We kick this one off by paying tribute to the late great Brian Wilson and chugging an Arnold Palmer-flavored energy drink. We talk about U.S. health secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s ancient belief in a magic…

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S2 E20: Peyton Penson Mississippi Killer 1:19:39

2M ago1:19:39

1:19:39

Peyton Penson from Mississippi is the grim reaper for coyotes at night. We talk about hunter etiquette. He tells us how the Crit'R call has helped him at night calling coyotes in. We dive into when coyotes start to be more active at night. Follow Peyton Penson on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peytonpenson?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Follow me on I…

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Charna Halpern: Improv Comedy at Chicago's iO Theater 45:55

2M ago45:55

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Everyone who works in television and movie comedy knows Charna Halpern. She’s trained thousands of actors, writers, and producers at her Chicago theater, founded in 1981, called the iO theater. In this episode, Charna tells personal and funny stories about actors from Chris Farley and Neil Flynn to Tina Fey and Amy Poehler. Along with actor and dir…

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147: Ten Golden Rules of Networking for Lawyers with Keith Wasserstrom & Jay Berkowitz 28:42

2M ago28:42

28:42

Success in business starts with showing up, but Keith Wasserstrom shows us that true impact lies in turning simple interactions into lasting connections. As a seasoned business advisor and former attorney, Keith has mastered the art of networking and shares how lawyers and professionals can build relationships that drive results. In this episode, w…

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Episode #480 - "Wineboy" with Ron Swallow 1:43:33

2M ago1:43:33

1:43:33

In this episode, the Goods from the Woods Boys are all back together at Disgraceland Studios with one of our all-time favorite guests, comedian Ron Swallow! We chat about the recent protests in in the streets of Los Angeles and the DNC's plan to bring people back into the fold. We check out an energy drink from Korea and talk about a martial arts i…

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S2 E19: Koup from The Reason Outdoors 1:54:20

2M ago1:54:20

1:54:20

Koup comes on talks about his non-profit The Reason Outdoors. He tells us how takes veterans & first responders predator hunting to help them with eco therapy. He dives into products in the hunting industry like camo, air rifles, to thermals. Koup is badass marine & badass hunter. Follow Koup on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/huntingcarolinas…

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Communicating with Impact, Crafting Messages That Stick with Ray Kelly 33:24

2M ago33:24

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In this conversation, Ryan Goulart and Ray Kelly delve into the nuances of effective communication, emphasizing the importance of delivery over rightness. They explore the dynamics between the sender and receiver, the significance of storytelling, and frameworks for navigating difficult conversations. The discussion highlights the role of judgment …

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146: Using Legal Internships to Give Back, Build Brand and Backlinks with Adam Rossen 45:39

2M ago45:39

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Building a thriving law firm doesn’t come from just winning cases, it comes from investing in people, systems, and community. Jay sits down with Adam Rossen, Founder of Rossen Law Firm, to explore how leadership, mentorship, and grassroots marketing have fueled his firm's growth. From a powerful internship program to authentic networking strategies…

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Episode #479 - "The Polyphonic Smee" with Miles Bugg & Nick Morgan-Moore 1:49:06

2M ago1:49:06

1:49:06

In this episode, Rivers Langley is back in his hometown of Auburn, Alabama chillin' out with TWO of our all-time favorites, Auburn legend Miles Bugg and comedian Nick Morgan-Moore! We kick this one off by sampling an Atlanta-based energy drinkc alled "Rap Star". We also talk about their founder, Johnny "Kassflo" Thomas, and all of his weird busines…

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