Best Lux Capital Podcasts (2025)

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CBF Scenes 1.10 | Une fête inoubliable 35:45

1d ago35:45

35:45

It’s the big day in this final chapter of Scenes, the village festival has arrived! Chez Nico is at the heart of the action, bringing locals together for a day of fun, food, and festivities. This episode explores key language points, including se régaler and inoubliable. Join us for this final chapter of Scenes, a perfect way to celebrate your prog…

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Trump Does Chicken Out | MAHA Report Written by AI? | DHS Uses Trump Letter Threat to Deport Witness 28:03

2d ago28:03

28:03

This Week Again takes a look at recent GOP townhall FAILS, HHS may have used AI to write MAHA report, SC Rep Nancy Mace's social media bots & staffers curate her online image, cops say Kristi Noem used letter threatening Trump to set up a migrant, TX Legislature breaks 10 Commandments to debate 10 Commandments in schools, and all the deets on TACO:…

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S5E1: What Makes a Brand a Home? With Adelina Wong Ettelson, Global Head of Residences Marketing at Mandarin Oriental 43:51

4d ago43:51

43:51

Anant Sharma speaks with Adelina Wong Ettelson, Global Head of Residences Marketing at Mandarin Oriental, about the shifting expectations of today’s luxury homeowner—and what it takes to translate a world-renowned hospitality brand into meaningful, livable spaces. With experience across Dior, Shanghai Tang, and now leading one of the most respected…

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For America, is big or open best for AI models? 39:02

4d ago39:02

39:02

Since the launch of Project Stargate by OpenAI and the debut of DeepSeek’s V3 model, there has been a raging debate in global AI circles: what’s the balance between openness and scale when it comes to the competition for the frontiers of AI performance? More compute has traditionally led to better models, but V3 showed that it was possible to rapid…

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Why Mike ‘The Situation’ Was Insecure About Jersey Shore Family Vacation 22:45

5d ago22:45

22:45

Jersey Shore, a reality television show that sparked backlash from politicians when it first aired, is celebrating its 15th anniversary with a new season of Jersey Shore Family Vacation. And while Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino is a fan favorite, after a six year hiatus being off reality television, he wasn’t sure people would like the new person …

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Cory Michael Smith Embraces Chaos in Jesse Armstrong's 'Mountainhead' 30:44

5d ago30:44

30:44

Four tech CEOs, drunk on power, reunite at a mountaintop home amid a global economic crisis they might be partially responsible for. "There is a power that is purchased by money, where they don't have to apologize for their behavior," Cory Michael Smith says about playing Venis in Jesse Armstrong's HBO film Mountainhead (May 31). "A lot of these gu…

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Tony Nominee Darren Criss on the 'Miracle' That Is 'Maybe Happy Ending' 42:58

6d ago42:58

42:58

Darren Criss is an Emmy-winning actor, but deep down he's a musical theater nerd. Which is why he's so proud to be part of this year's Tony-nominated musical Maybe Happy Ending. "Everybody involved in [Broadway], we all work within a 10-some-odd block radius, and it is really like a campus celebration." For Criss, who plays Oliver, a robot in futur…

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How Jack Innanen Went from Social Media Star to FX's 'Adults' 24:12

6d ago24:12

24:12

Everyone remembers life's growing pains right after you leave your parents' home. For Jack Innanen, part of the ensemble of the new FX series Adults, there are certain things that made him feel like an adult really quick. "Tax season and when I'm working on my visa, those ones get me locked in. I'm like, 'Oh, I'm a man in the eyes of the government…

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CBF Scenes 1.09 | Un avenir à construire 27:36

8d ago27:36

27:36

In chapter 9 of Scenes, Jérôme considers a big career change, but he’s not sure if he’s up for the challenge. With help from friends, he prepares to apply for a new job, but will he go through with it? Mark and Hélène discuss useful vocabulary such as lettre de motivation, stressé, and postuler. Ne manquez pas ce nouvel épisode passionnant de Scene…

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Trump Tariff Deals Include Musk Contracts | Ignore Courts in GOP Budget | Trump Paid Babbitt Fam $5m 35:21

9d ago35:21

35:21

This Week Again takes a look at Elon Musk & DOGE disastrous effect on the National Weather Service & NOAA, Donald Trump's white genocide in South Africa conspiracy debunked, how Trump's tariff helped Musk make money in other countries, the shocking & disturbing provisions hidden in GOP Budget bill, Trump gives $5M taxpayer money to Ashli Babbitt's …

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Secret vs. Public Alliances: Kyle, Eva & Joe Reflect on Survivor 48's Wild Finish 32:13

11d ago32:13

32:13

Survivor 48 winner Kyle Fraser joins runners-up Eva Erickson and Joe Hunter for their post-finale showdown—and yes, we talk about Kyle's secret alliance with Kamilla that helped him torch the final tribal. (And yes, we talked about his caked-up backside and how that helped him win a million dollars.) Meanwhile, Eva and Joe break down their ride-or-…

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It’s really hard to get DC to understand Silicon Valley 38:39

11d ago38:39

38:39

The U.S. Congress and the executive branch have an extraordinary level of influence over all aspects of business. Yet, as businesses have become ever more complex, the gap in knowledge between legislators and regulators has dramatically increased. That pattern is even more evident when it comes to high-scale startups and the venture capital industr…

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S4E12: From Commodity to Community — The Value of Provenance, with Sarah Vachon of Citizens of Soil 45:33

13d ago45:33

45:33

What does it take to transform one of the world’s oldest commodities into a force for good? In this episode of What The Luxe, host Fred Moore sits down with Sarah Vachon, founder and CEO of Citizens of Soil, to explore how her purpose-driven brand is shaking up the olive oil industry. Sarah shares the personal journey that led her from supporting f…

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Comedy, Camp, and Queer Chaos: Michael Henry and Tim Murray Dish on ‘Wish You Were Queer’ 30:15

13d ago30:15

30:15

Join a hilarious chat with Michael Henry and Tim Murray as they spill the tea on their OutTV series Wish You Were Queer. From outrageous moments to behind-the-scenes antics, the duo dives into the chaos that fuels their comedy. (And how Trixie Mattel feels about their travels.) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy …

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CBF Scenes 1.08 | Une visite surprise 32:45

15d ago32:45

32:45

In chapter 8 of Scenes, a surprise visit brings exciting news to the café as a familiar face shares their latest achievement. Meanwhile, Nico takes a moment to appreciate the unique encounters his café brings. In this episode, you’ll learn key expressions like se rendre compte, un rôle (dans un film), and radieuse. Continuez à améliorer votre franç…

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SCOTUS: Can't Deport Before Due Process | DHS Considers Migrant Reality Game Show | GA Turns Dead Mom into Incubator 38:58

16d ago38:58

38:58

This Week Again takes a look at Ireland's concerns over Taco Bell opening, former registered agent for Qatar Pam Bondi greenlights $400m hand-me-down jet for Trump while insider trading scandal unfolds, GOP's big beautiful bill dies in committee after public sees what's inside, Trump rebrands Biden-era drug pricing deal allegedly over the price of …

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RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars: Phoenix & Olivia Lux 21:38

17d ago21:38

21:38

We’re serving a double dose of glam and gossip with RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars queens Phoenix and Olivia Lux. From werkroom whispers to main stage moments, we’re unpacking it all—growth, glow-ups, and a little bit of shade. Olivia spills on finding her voice beyond the glitz, Phoenix gets real about legacy and evolution, and of course, we talk ab…

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Imrul Hassan From Bravo’s Summer House Gets Real: The Reality About Being Undocumented 40:23

17d ago40:23

40:23

On this episode of the Parting Shot, Summer House’s Imrul Hassan shares his powerful story of navigating life while previously being undocumented. Speaking with Newsweek’s Jenni Fink, Hassan gets vulnerable about his journey to citizenship, and why he felt it was important to talk about it on one of Bravo's most popular shows. See Privacy Policy at…

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Remembering Daniel Kahneman on optimism and self-confidence (Part 2) 27:00

18d ago27:00

27:00

Last week, we recirculated one of my favorite episodes in the entire archive, our May 2022 lunch debate on risk, bias and decision-making with Nobel Prize Winner Danny Kahneman, World Series of Poker champion Annie Duke, legendary investment strategist Michael Maubaussin of Morgan Stanley’s Counterpoint Global, and our own founding managing partner…

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Alexander Skarsgård Says Being ‘Emotionally Unavailable’ Prepared Him for ‘Murderbot’ 19:32

20d ago19:32

19:32

How did Alexander Skarsgård prepare to play a security robot that starts to find free will in Apple TV+’s Murderbot (May 16)? “Well, I’ve spent 48 years being emotionally unavailable. That’s a good start.” [laughs] Skarsgård plays the titular character Murderbot, which must hide its ability for free thought while tackling dangerous assignments for …

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WorldPride in the Capital: LGBT Jewish History at the Capital Jewish Museum 37:23

20d ago37:23

37:23

With WorldPride descending on D.C., we’re diving deep into a powerful and often overlooked corner of queer history. Jonathan Edelman, Collections Curator, and Sarah Leavitt, Director of Curatorial Affairs at the Capital Jewish Museum joins Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott to explore their groundbreaking exhibit: LGBT Jews in the Federal City. We discuss th…

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CBF Scenes 1.07 | L’amour au café ? 28:54

22d ago28:54

28:54

Love is in the air Chez Nico in chapter 7 of Scenes! A chance encounter on the café terrace leads to an unexpected romance, while Nico reflects on preparing for the busy summer ahead. Mark and Hélène highlight useful language points, including un clin d’œil and se douter de. Rejoignez-nous et écoutez cet épisode captivant de Scenes ! Click here to …

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ICE Arrest Newark Mayor | PBS Inspired Reopening Alcatraz | New Surgeon Gen is Unlicensed Quack 32:15

23d ago32:15

32:15

This Week Again takes a look at ICE's arrest of Newark Mayor Ras Baraka, the inspiration behind Trump's idea to reopen Alcatraz, the 40 year grudge Trump holds against Sesame Street, the UK-US trade deal that greatly benefits Britain over America, PM Mark Carney tells Trump "Canada isn't for sale", new US Surgeon General is a medical science denyin…

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How to turn around America’s tech-industrial decline, now 26:11

26d ago26:11

26:11

Reindustrialization has been a persistent theme in Silicon Valley circles the past few years, and now it’s having its moment in the sun in Washington DC too. More and more policymakers, legislators and administrators have come to terms with a stark reality: America has left the means of production behind, and in the process, has surrendered some of…

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Diego Boneta Wanted His First Novel to be a Steamy, Sexy Summer Read 29:44

27d ago29:44

29:44

Diego Boneta knew he wanted to write a sexy, steamy murder mystery for his first novel. “And I also really wanted it to be a novel that was a great summer read.” That’s exactly what he’s done with The Undoing of Alejandro Velasco. Set in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, the story follows a mysterious young man, Julian Villareal, who arrives at the es…

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S4E11: Designing Beyond Trends: Maria Grachvogel on Durable Luxury 42:34

28d ago42:34

42:34

In this episode, we sit down with Maria Grachvogel, the celebrated British fashion designer known for her distinctive approach to craft, creativity and conscious luxury. Maria shares her journey building a brand that has always prioritised artistic integrity, timeless design, and thoughtful production over fleeting trends. Spanning her early career…

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Kelsey Grammer Remembers Late Sister: ‘The Grief Was So Enormous’ 28:12

28d ago28:12

28:12

Shortly before Kelsey Grammer rose to fame playing Dr. Frasier Crane on Cheers and then Frasier, he experienced a horrible personal tragedy: His 18-year-old older sister Karen was brutally murdered in 1975. “The grief was so enormous. I don’t blame anybody for grieving to that extent, I get it.” And now he’s memorializing Karen’s memory—and searchi…

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CBF Scenes 1.06 | Une cliente mystérieuse 33:59

29d ago33:59

33:59

As the summer heat rises in Chapter six of Scenes, an elderly customer suddenly feels unwell Chez Nico. While the regulars rush to help, a familiar face returns, sparking curiosity about her mysterious habits. This episode explores useful grammar and vocabulary, including se précipiter and se calmer. Ne manquez pas ce nouveau chapitre captivant de …

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House GOP Vote Deport US Citizens | Empty Shelves Coming to America | Amazon Will Lie About Trump Tariffs 27:53

1M ago27:53

27:53

This Week Again takes a look at Donald Trump's worst president ever polling numbers, empty store shelves coming soon, House GOP changes time to avoid mandatory tariff vote, FBI arrest of Milwaukee District Judge Hannah Dugan, Trump administration claims due process is different for migrants, Trump claims photoshop picture of Garcia is real, House G…

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Inside the Jolly Journey: Friendship, Food, and Global Adventures with Josh and Ollie 18:02

1M ago18:02

18:02

Join H. Alan Scott as he sits down with the creators of the wildly popular Jolly YouTube channel, Josh Carrott and Ollie Kendal. In this lively and hilarious conversation, they dive into their incredible journey through American and international food scenes. From their genuine love of food to the powerful friendship that fuels their global adventu…

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Remembering Daniel Kahneman on Risk, Bias and Decision-Making (Part 1) 25:53

1M ago25:53

25:53

This is a big week for us, since we officially re-launched the newsletter on our gorgeous new web address Riskgaming.com, which we are now hosting on Substack. You’ll find all of our archives there, as well as much easier tools to manage your subscription to our Dispatches, Event Announcements, our edited Interviews and after almost a decade, Lux R…

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S4E10: Owning the Horizon: Inside the World of Luxury Yachting with Anders Kurtén, CEO of Fraser 33:23

1M ago33:23

33:23

In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of superyachts with Anders Kurtén, CEO of Fraser—the world's leading luxury yacht service provider. Anders shares why the core of yacht ownership isn't just about luxury—it’s about a human desire for freedom, adventure, and, simply, messing about in boats. Spanning Fraser’s evolution—from a post-w…

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Trump: Babies for Capitalism | RFK Jr's Eugenics Approach to Autism | Hegseth Signal Scandal, part 2 27:12

1M ago27:12

27:12

This Week Again takes a look at Canada's claims Tesla faked car sales for rebate money, new details on Defense Sec Hegseth's Signal chat scandal, why being healthy suddenly means patriotism, RFK Jr's crusade against autism for capitalism, & the Trump administration taps Nazi Germany for ideas on how to make more babies.…

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Europe needs national champions, now 45:00

1M ago45:00

45:00

Europe faces an existential crisis. Long an innovation, technology and manufacturing hub, its greatest companies and wider industries have been hit hard by competition from American tech giants like Google and Chinese manufacturing powerhouses like BYD. Multiple prominent reports have circulated about how the European Union can rapidly respond befo…

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The End of Netflix’s You: Penn Badgley on Joe’s Final Obsession (And What It All Means) 22:25

1M ago22:25

22:25

He’s charming, he’s dangerous, and he’s back for one last time. Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott chats with Penn Badgley to talk all things You—from Joe Goldberg’s twisted evolution to the shocking elements of the final season. Penn opens up about the psychological toll of playing TV’s most lovable stalker, what fans can expect from the show’s explosive co…

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Titanique is the Céline Dion Inspired Musical You Didn’t Know You Needed 17:47

1M ago17:47

17:47

Get ready to go “My Heart Will Go On” levels deep with the fabulously creative (and genius) minds behind the Céline Dion-inspired musical Titanique! Tye Blue, Constantine Rousouli, and Marla Mindelle—Titanique’s powerhouse creative team—chat with Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott on how they turned one of the biggest blockbusters of all time into a campy, m…

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S4E9: Soft Power, Cultural Capital & British Luxury with Helen Brocklebank, CEO of Walpole 47:23

1M ago47:23

47:23

As CEO of Walpole, Helen Brocklebank leads the official body for British luxury, representing over 250 of the UK’s most iconic and innovative brands. In this episode, Helen shares her perspective on how craftsmanship, heritage and storytelling converge to create a form of ‘quantifiable soft power’ shaping how British culture is perceived around the…

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CBF Scenes 1.05 | Une soirée mémorable 34:51

1M ago34:51

34:51

In Chapter 5 of Scenes, the café is packed for its first karaoke night. Even the regulars take to the stage, some with more success than others! Meanwhile, a surprise reunion leads to an exciting announcement. This chapter introduces useful expressions like s’assurer que, marquer le coup, and the agreement of past participles with avoir. Ne ratez p…

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MD Sen, Abrego Garcia Mtg | DOGE Give Russia Gov Login Details? | Lux Brands are Made in China 30:57

1M ago30:57

30:57

This Week Again takes a look at Katy Perry/Gayle King's trip to space, TikToker expose luxury brands made in China, hackers use crosswalks to make fun of Zuckerberg, Musk and Bezos, DOGE allegedly gave federal government usernames passwords to Russia, MD Senator Chris Van Hollen visits Kilmar Abgreo Garcia in El Salvador.…

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How can we make the internet fun again? 34:17

2M ago34:17

34:17

Something is rotten in the state of the internet. Social networks that were once meant to be entertaining diversions have become riven with vituperative political combat that leaves all but the most blinkered acolytes running for the safety of a funny YouTube channel. Bots swarm through the discourse, as do trolls and other bad actors. How did we l…

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'RuPaul's Drag Race' Season 17 Final Four on Growth, Gowns and Grit: 'We Already Made It' 22:09

2M ago22:09

22:09

The road to the RuPaul's Drag Race Season 17 finale has been one of wild challenges and shifting dynamics. Now, after months of lip-syncs and legendary shade, the final four queens—Onya Nurve, Lexi Love, Sam Star and Jewels Sparkles—are preparing to step onto the runway one last time, ready to claim the crown. In an exclusive interview with Newswee…

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Ted Lasso’s Brett Goldstein Is Always ‘Embarrassed,’ and It Makes Great Material 26:29

2M ago26:29

26:29

Ted Lasso’s Brett Goldstein is “on a c*** mission.” [laughs] Not really, but sort of? In his first stand-up special, Brett Goldstein: The Second Best Night of Your Life (HBO, April 26), the Emmy-winning actor muses about British people’s casual use of the C-word, and other things. Goldstein is quick to point out, “I owe everything to Ted Lasso.” “I…

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CBF Scenes 1.04 | Deux larrons en foire 31:28

2M ago31:28

31:28

In Chapter 4 of Scenes, we meet two of Chez Nico’s regulars, whose lively debate about a village event brings energy to the café. Will they ever se mettre d’accord ? Alongside the story, Mark and Hélène highlight key language points with interesting verbs like se chamailler. Continuez à améliorer votre français avec ce nouvel épisode captivant de S…

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Dip Trader MTG Profits Off Tariff Pause | GOP & 4 Dems Pass SAVE Act | Where is Kilmar Abrego Garcia? 33:20

2M ago33:20

33:20

This Week Again takes a look at the new bill passed by the House Republicans, SAVE Act passed with the help of 4 Democrats, Pam Bondi threatens fired employee ahead of Congressional testimony over reinstating Mel Gibson's gun rights, inquires on the whereabouts of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, Trump manipulates the market for billionaire buddies, & all of …

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Making shoes isn’t the right strategy 49:04

2M ago49:04

49:04

The markets have massively gyrated the past few weeks as hourly pronouncements from the White House and Mar-a-Lago seize investors with terror or relieve them of stress. At the heart of the vociferous debate around tariffs and trade is nothing less than the future economy of the United States. What should be built here? What should we outsource? Wh…

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Doctor Who's Ncuti Gatwa Has Many 'Easter Eggs' for Longtime 'Who' Fans 20:25

2M ago20:25

20:25

No matter how long Ncuti Gatwa plays The Doctor in the legendary sci-fi series Doctor Who, he still can't quite believe he gets to play the part. "I just feel very honored to be a part of the Who-niverse, because it made me feel very included." Going into his second season as The Doctor, "It always blows my mind whenever I speak to someone from ove…

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Mad Men’s Influence on Jon Hamm’s ‘Your Friends and Neighbors’ Is Real 17:50

2M ago17:50

17:50

If there’s anyone who knows how to play a wealthy man with a secret, it’s Jon Hamm. From Mad Men’s Don Draper to Andrew Cooper turning to a life of crime to maintain his lavish lifestyle in his new series Your Friends and Neighbors (Apple TV+), Hamm knows. “I’m really good casting for this, if I do say so myself,” Hamm laughs, “absurd wealth is wha…

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CBF Scenes 1.03 | Un vendredi sous la pluie 31:11

2M ago31:11

31:11

Join Mark and Hélène as the story continues in Chapter 3 of Scenes! Bad weather causes trouble for Jérôme and his bar de plage, but his laid-back attitude keeps things under control. Meanwhile, the café fills up with weekend customers looking for shelter. This lesson introduces useful grammar and vocabulary including débarquer, and prendre l’eau. A…

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S4E8: A Conversation with The Godfather of River Cruising, Rudi Schreiner 53:11

2M ago53:11

53:11

In this episode, we sit down with Rudi Schreiner, Co-Founder, Co-Owner and President of AmaWaterways, to explore his extraordinary journey from adventurer to entrepreneur. Rudi shares how his early travels - from Afghanistan to the Amazon - shaped his passion for exploration and led to the creation of AmaWaterways, redefining luxury travel on river…

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Tariff Math Ain't Mathing | MD Jdg: Return Kilmar Abrego Garcia to US | WI Chooses Susan Crawford Over Musk 34:41

2M ago34:41

34:41

Welcome to Season 6! This Week Again takes a look at Cory Booker's historic speech, 2 House Reps upset Spk Johnson for wanting equal rights, Trump administration admits sending Maryland man to El Salvador by "clerical error & judge orders them to bring him back, Elon Musk's gives 2 million dollar checks to a GOP operative & his own SuperPAC spokesp…

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