Best Eli Davis Podcasts (2025)

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What Every Parent Gets Wrong About Discipline | Eli Weinstein on the Personal Pizza Podcast 1:04:04

3d ago1:04:04

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In this warm and delicious episode of the Personal Pizza Podcast, Simcha Levenberg fires up the oven as he welcomes Las Vegas-based therapist and parenting expert Eli Weinstein into his kitchen for a flavorful conversation about raising kids and rising dough. 🍕🧠 👨‍🍳 Together, they craft two mouthwatering pies—a classic Neapolitan and a hearty grand…

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"All The Things You Are" by Jerome Kern & Oscar Hammerstein II 59:47

5d ago59:47

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The jazz standard "All The Things You Are" has been performed countless times by master jazz vocalists, 30s big bands, bebop small groups, hard-bop combos, modern deconstructionists, and even soon-to-be Kings of Pop. On this episode, Kirk takes listeners through the history of the now-famous tune, from its humble Broadway origins all the way to his…

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Bobby Naderi on ‘The Better Sister,’ ‘Hit the Road’ and More 50:38

7d ago50:38

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What do the little boy in HIT THE ROAD (2021). the dad in CAPTAIN FANTASTIC (2016) and the nearly-hopeless old driver in TASTE OF CHERRY (1997) have in common? Ask actor Bobby Naderi. He and Jordan find the common thread of a nomad lifestyle and a reckless spirit across these three films, as they track the path that led Bobby from Tehran all the wa…

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Zach Lipovsky & Adam Stein on 'Final Destination Bloodlines' & 'The Muppet Movie' 52:25

14d ago52:25

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If you're wondering what connective tissue could possibly exist between Final Destination Bloodlines and The Muppet Movie, consider this: Jordan's talking with the former film's directors, who are feeling seen by Kermit the Frog. Since this conversation, those directors have seen their first ever studio feature film become #1 at the box office, hav…

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How High-Control Seminars Hack Your Brain | Dr. John Hunter on the Personal Pizza Podcast 🌀🧬 1:10:20

17d ago1:10:20

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In this eye-opening episode of the Personal Pizza Podcast, Simcha sits down with psychologist and researcher Dr. John Hunter to peel back the layers of large group awareness training (LGATs)—intense seminars that promise transformation, but at what cost? 🧠⚡ 🔍 With years of firsthand research, John breaks down the high-pressure tactics used in these…

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"Total Eclipse of the Heart" by Jim Steinman and Bonnie Tyler 1:00:19

20d ago1:00:19

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Turn around... every now and then I get a little lonely and the snare is sounding small Turn around... every now and then I get a little bit tired of listening to the sound of sleigh bells Turn around... every now and then I get a little bit nervous that the cannons will not fire Turn around... ...every now and then Kirk decides to take on a classi…

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Eli Craig on 'Clown in a Cornfield' & 'The Razor's Edge' 50:05

20d ago50:05

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Jordan spoke to director Eli Craig a few days before his new (third) feature made an outsized impact at the indie box office, becoming IFC's best-ever opening. They speak about the genesis of that film, 'Clown in a Cornfield,' and about the surprising actor/writer turn Bill Murray took in 1984's 'The Razor's Edge,' as a man on the quest for a bette…

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Leon Chills on 'The Matrix' & 'Shadow Force' 49:52

28d ago49:52

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With the recent premier of Shadow Force (starring Kerry Washington and Omar Sy), writer Leon Chills has seen one of the most daunting choices of his life payoff. That choice echoed the inciting incident of one of Leon's favorite films, The Matrix. As he delves into this modern classic with Jordan, Leon shares his experience of finally realizing his…

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Effective Training For 1-Hour Races to Ultramarathons, with Adam Loomis 1:12:22

28d ago1:12:22

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Adam Loomis is one of the fastest ultramarathon trail runners in the USA, with wins at the Gorge 100K, Bear 100, DC Peaks 50, and Tushars 100K. In this conversation, Adam talks about how he trains, and how his training differs when he's preparing for a long ultra vs a short, intense effort. Referenced in this episode: Excellent video by Tim Jones a…

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What No One Tells You About Grief w/ Jen Davis 1:01:14

1M ago1:01:14

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In this heartfelt episode of the Personal Pizza Podcast, Simcha teams up life coach Jen Davis to explore the tender terrain of grief—all while attempting to master the art of gluten-free pizza. 🍕 🖤 From the kitchen to the soul, Jen opens up about losing her aunt, grandparents, and both parents—and how grief reshaped her life in unexpected ways. 🌊 S…

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Bluey, Background Jazz, and the 'Best' Metal Guitar Solo 1:08:00

1M ago1:08:00

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How should you count The Police's "Bed's Too Big Without You?" Why do so many people revere Marty Friedman's solo on Megadeth's "Tornado of Souls"? What's going on with those pauses during the Bluey theme? And what the heck is that sound on Sly and the Family Stone's "Sex Machine"? Those questions and many more on the first mailbag episode of Seaso…

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Ali Clayton on 'Fried Green Tomatoes' 52:53

1M ago52:53

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If you were alive when Fried Green Tomatoes came out -- first Fannie Flagg's book, then the movie -- you may recall it was a phenomenon. To a (very) young Ali Clayton, it was a bit of a personal phenomenon, its only-kinda-coded queerness calling out to her before she even knew why. But beyond that, it was a movie about Southern women in a South tha…

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Dr. Jon Paul Higgins on 'This Boy's Life' 50:11

1M ago50:11

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Long before becoming an award-winning educator, public speaker, and podcaster (of BFF: Black, Fat, Femme), Dr. Jonathan P. Higgins (aka Doctor Jon Paul) was just a kid sneaking movies while mom was at work. One of those films, 1993's This Boy's Life, became one of their favorites. That was in large part thanks to the aspirational friendship of main…

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Psychedelics, Healing & the Human Psyche w/ Uri Kugel 1:16:05

1M ago1:16:05

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In the premiere episode of the Personal Pizza Podcast, host Simcha Levenberg sits down with psychedelic therapist Uri Kugel for a powerful, mind-expanding conversation on how psychedelics are transforming mental health treatment. 🔥 From cannabis to ketamine, MDMA to mushroom therapy—Uri breaks down the myths, the science, and the soul of psychedeli…

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Using Breath Rate to Improve Your Endurance Training and Racing, With Scott Semple 1:03:41

2M ago1:03:41

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Scott Semple is pro ski mountaineer, mountain running coach, and all-around endurance beast. In this episode of the TRACER Podcast, he shares how breath rate can help endurance athletes like runners, cyclists, and ski mountaineers to train and race better. He discusses techniques for mapping breath rate into metabolic zones for proper training, and…

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The Music of the Muppets 1:03:43

2M ago1:03:43

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Kirk pays a visit the musical world of The Muppets, from their Sesame Street origins in the 60s to the globe-hopping, cinematic heights of the 70s and 80s, with plenty of detours along the way. FEATURING: "Sesame Street Theme" by Joe Raposo, Jon Stone, and Bruce Hart "Mah Na Mah Na" by Piero Umilliani from Sweden: Heaven and Hell "Pinball Number Co…

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Lex Scott Davis on 'Suits LA' and 'Center Stage' 47:56

2M ago47:56

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Lex Scott Davis is currently starring as Erica alongside Stephen Amell on NBC's Sunday night drama, Suits LA - which, as the name suggests brings the concept of the hugely popular show Suits to Los Angeles. Lex herself made the journey to Los Angeles as a risky, dream-chasing step in her performing arts career. And that career arguably started at a…

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Jolene Purdy on 'The Bondsman' & 'Hairspray' (2007) 43:50

2M ago43:50

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From booking her first audition (as a kid, for beloved cult classic DONNIE DARKO) to being Kevin Bacon's literal boss-from-hell in the new Amazon series THE BONDSMAN, Jolene Purdy has had a full career on screens of all sizes. She talks with Jordan about the challenges of being an "outside the box" casting choice, the importance of staying true to …

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"Roulette Dares (The Haunt Of)" by The Mars Volta 59:07

2M ago59:07

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Kirk digs into one of the most dense and challenging records in his collection, with an analysis of "Roulette Dares (The Haunt Of)" from The Mars Volta's 2003 progressive rock opus De-Loused in the Comatorium. Written by: Omar Rodríguez-López, Cedric Bixler-Zavala, and Jeremy Ward Produced by: Omar Rodríguez-López & Rick Rubin Album: De-Loused in t…

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Chris Grace on 'The Joy Luck Club' [REPLAY] 46:59

2M ago46:59

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This episode originally aired in September of 2024. Comedian and actor Chris Grace has starred in NBC's Superstore, PEN15, and Broad City. Now he takes to the stage as one of the world's most famous actresses in his new comedy special on Dropout, Chris Grace as Scarlett Johansson. Chris graces our mics to talk about the special AND how he felt seen…

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Peppermint on ‘Survival of the Thickest’, Horror Movies, and More! 1:02:26

2M ago1:02:26

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Peppermint is a multifaceted artist, all-around entertainer, and a self-proclaimed horror movie buff. She is no stranger to the stage or screen, having appeared in the Go-Go’s-inspired Broadway musical Head Over Heels and as a frontrunner on RuPaul’s Drag Race. Peppermint is back on your TV screen starring alongside Michelle Buteau, Tasha Smith, an…

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"Fast As You Can" by Fiona Apple 52:41

3M ago52:41

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Kirk digs into Fiona Apple's breakneck 1999 single "Fast As You Can," a cornerstone in her late 90s collaborations with Jon Brion, as well as her work with drummer Matt Chamberlain. Written by: Fiona Apple Produced by: Jon Brion Album: When The Pawn..., 1999 Listen/Buy via Album.Link ALSO REFERENCED/DISCUSSED: Jon Brion in Performing Songwriter Mag…

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Margaret Cho on ‘Almost Famous’ 51:27

3M ago51:27

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Margaret Cho is an undeniable legend: a comedian with over three decades in the game, a trailblazing Emmy-nominated actor, a badass Grammy-nominated musician, and an LGBTQ+ icon. Margaret is out on her Live & Livid standup comedy tour and just released a new studio album Lucky Gift. It's an awesome album influenced by sounds from the 60s and 90s th…

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BOCO TEASER | Canonically Queer: X-Men and X-2 6:55

3M ago6:55

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It's MaxFunDrive and we are giving you a peak behind the curtain. We're serving you up a bonus episode with one of the producers of this show: Daniel Huecias. Jordan and Daniel discuss two of the gayest films in cinematic history: X-Men and X-2. Our first entries into the Canonically Queer Foyer! Mutants, the Master of Magnetism, and a teleporting …

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‘Novocaine’ Directors Dan Berk & Bobby Olsen on ‘Bill and Ted’s Bogus Journey’ 46:12

3M ago46:12

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For the past ten years, Dan Berk and Bobby Olsen have teamed up to bring you some amazing films. You may have seen their directorial debut Body, their black comedy horror Villains, or the science fiction thriller Significant Other. Their most recent collaboration is Novocaine, starring Jack Quaid as Nathan Caine, a mild-mannered introvert with a ra…

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Preventing and Overcoming Overuse Injuries in Endurance Athletes, with Dr. Joe Atkin 52:58

3M ago52:58

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In this episode of The TRACER Podcast, sports medicine Dr. Joe Atkin shares his thoughts on how to prevent injuries as a runner and endurance athlete. He talks about how nutrition and hydration play a key role in keeping our muscles firing correctly, and how that plays a significant role in preventing overuse injuries. He also discusses the value o…

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"Where The Streets Have No Name" and "With Or Without You" by U2 59:24

3M ago59:24

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Strong Songs Season Seven kicks off with two of the most famous songs ever recorded, from one of the biggest bands in the world. U2's "Where the Streets Have No Name" and "With or Without You" make up two-thirds of the three-song "suite" of hit singles that kicked off their 1987 album The Joshua Tree. As it turns out, the two songs have a lot to sa…

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Paul W.S. Anderson on ‘In the Lost Lands’ and ‘St. Elmo’s Fire’ 48:22

3M ago48:22

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Paul W.S. Anderson has directed some of the most iconic films in genre cinema: Mortal Kombat, the infinitely terrifying Event Horizon, and the British crime drama Shopping, a "reckless orgy of destruction" on screen. Paul has also directed and produced the Resident Evil series with six films spanning nearly 15 years alongside his wife and frequent …

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Shea Whigham on ‘American Primeval’ and ‘Tender Mercies’ 48:11

3M ago48:11

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Shea Whigham is an all-star actor with more credits to his name than we can mention. You may have seen him in Take Shelter, Silver Linings Playbook, American Hustle, Boardwalk Empire, Lake George, The Righteous Gemstones, or Mission: Impossible–Dead Reckoning. Shea recently starred in the western miniseries American Primeval, alongside the incredib…

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Season Seven Announcement! 5:25

3M ago5:25

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Strong Songs Season Seven is now underway! You can listen to the season premiere right now on Patreon, or here in the main feed in two weeks, on March 7. For those next two weeks, sign up to become a patron of the show and use the code "STRONG" and you'll get 80% off your first month. So basically, you can listen to the premiere right now for one d…

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Director RaMell Ross on ‘Nickel Boys’ and ‘Malcolm X’ 47:30

3M ago47:30

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RaMell Ross is a multi time Academy-Award nominee in documentary and narrative, a filmmaker, photographer, academic, and writer. You may have seen his directorial debut Hale County This Morning, This Evening, an experimental documentary about black life in Hale County, Alabama. RaMell's most recent directorial work is the historical drama Nickel Bo…

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Sophie Thatcher on 'Companion' and 'Cabaret' 47:35

4M ago47:35

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Sophie Thatcher is a multifaceted star on the rise. You may have seen her last year in Heretic, opposite Hugh Grant and Chloe East, or in the Disney+ miniseries The Book of Boba Fett. Sophie also plays “Natalie” in the delicious TV series Yellowjackets on SHOWTIME. Its third season premieres on Valentine’s Day. Most recently, Sophie stars in Compan…

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Director Justin Simien on 'Symbiopsychotaxiplasm: Take One' 56:16

4M ago56:16

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This week, we're throwing it back to one of our favorite interviews! When writer/director Justin Simien (Dear White People, Haunted Mansion) first saw William Greaves' groundbreaking 1968 film, Symbiopsychotaxiplasm: Take One. He was mad. Not about the film's avant-garde style (part fiction, part documentary, part performance art) but about the fac…

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A Bunch of Great Music Recommendations 36:07

4M ago36:07

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In between seasons, Kirk re-ran a bunch of old episodes and prefaced each one with a new music recommendation. He's taking those down recasts in preparation for season seven, but it seemed like a good idea to put all the music recommendations in one place. So that's what this episode is! DISCUSSED AND RECOMMENDED: "The Meadow" by Nickel Creek from …

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Traci Thomas on 'Gone with the Wind' 47:23

4M ago47:23

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Traci Thomas is the creator and host of the critically acclaimed literary podcast The Stacks, where Traci chats with an array of guests about the books we love and loathe, the impact reading has on our lives, and the way the written word shapes culture. This week, creative mediums collide and find common ground. Traci joins Feeling Seen to talk his…

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Chris Sullivan on ‘Presence’ and ‘The Goonies’ 46:18

4M ago46:18

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Chris Sullivan is veteran actor of the stage and screen. You may know him as Toby Damon from the Emmy-nominated NBC drama This Is Us, Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy, or the Cinemax medical drama The Knick, directed by Steven Soderbergh. Chris reunites with Soderbergh in his newest project Presence. It’s a supernatural horror film centered on a fa…

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Shea Serrano on ‘Rounders’ 50:01

5M ago50:01

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Shea Serrano’s writing credits run deep. He’s written for publications like The Ringer and Grantland. He’s also penned several books: The Rap Year Book, Basketball (and Other Things) and Movies (and Other Things). He’s also written, created, and directed projects like the film Miguel Wants to Fight, the Freevee sitcom Primo, and the Netflix series …

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Kate Gersten on ‘The Last Showgirl’ and ‘Dirty Dancing’ 42:04

5M ago42:04

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Kate Gersten has written for numerous award-winning series including Prime Video’s Mozart in the Jungle, NBC’s The Good Place, and Apple TV+’s Schmigadoon!. She just made her feature debut with The Last Showgirl, a film whose screenplay she adapted from her original play Body of Work. The film stars Pamela Anderson as Shelly, a glamorous showgirl w…

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Activation Energy: Motivate Yourself to Reach New Fitness Heights with Legend Trail Runner Max King 53:28

5M ago53:28

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Trail running legend Max King joins TRACER co-founder Joey Wilson on the TRACER Podcast to explore the concept of "activation energy" and how it applies to endurance athletes. They discuss strategies for overcoming the initial resistance to training—often the biggest hurdle—to unlock significant performance gains. Funny video of Chasing Walmsley me…

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Remembering Janis Stockhouse, The Great Band Director 56:39

5M ago56:39

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In light of Janis Stockhouse's unexpected death at the tail end of 2024, we're re-posting Kirk's 2019 interview with her for anyone who might want to listen to it. Janis started teaching at North high school in Bloomington, Indiana, in the early 1980s. It was a time when "jazz education" as a concept was still a relatively new thing. She retired 38…

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Mamoudou Athie on ‘Monkey Man’ [REPLAY] 57:08

5M ago57:08

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As we all emerge from our holiday slumber, we are turning back the clock to one of our favorite interviews from 2024. Whether he’s starring in major movies like ELEMENTAL or JURASSIC WORLD DOMINION, or sinking his teeth into roles like Yorgos Lanthimos’ KINDS OF KINDNESS, actor Mamoudou Athie follows his gut and ignores the algorithms. When Dev Pat…

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Boyd Holbrook on ‘A Complete Unknown’ and ‘Major League’ 42:28

5M ago42:28

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You may have seen Boyd Holbrook in Logan, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, or The Bikeriders. Most recently, Boyd stars in the new film A Complete Unknown, a biographical drama centering the legendary singer-songwriter Bob Dylan portrayed by Timothee Chalamet. Boyd plays the “Man in Black” himself, the iconic country singer Johnny Cash. It's …

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Dan Rubinstein on 'Stand by Me' 47:50

6M ago47:50

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Dan Rubinstein is a decorated journalist and editor with over 20 years in the world of design, having contributed to The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Air Mail, Architectural Digest, and L’Officiel. Dan currently hosts ‘The Grand Tourist’ podcast, a journey through the worlds of fashion, interior design, art, food, and travel with interv…

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Dana Ledoux Miller on 'Moana' 47:14

6M ago47:14

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Dana Ledoux Miller has written on television shows like Netflix’s Narcos and Thai Cave Rescue, ABC’s Designated Survivor, and Kevin Can F*** Himself. Dana is also the co-founder of Pasifika Entertainment Advancement Komiti (PEAK), an initiative aiming to redefine and expand Pasifika entertainment. More recently, Dana has co-written/directed one of …

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Best Trail Running Gifts for 2025 1:09:26

6M ago1:09:26

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In this episode, we get some amazing 2025 gift ideas from legend trail runners Max King and Amy Rusiecki, hosted by TRACER co-founder, Joey Wilson. For links to all gifts discussed in this video, see https://www.tracerfitness.com/blog/the-best-trail-running-gifts-for-2025 Nail your next race with adaptive training programs from world-class pros at …

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Steven C. Miller on 'Back to the Future 46:34

6M ago46:34

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Steven C. Miller is a filmmaker of some of the most action-packed films in recent times. He’s directed films like Silent Night, Extraction, Line of Duty, and so many others, starring genre titans like Sylvester Stallone, Bruce Willis, and Nicolas Cage. His latest film stars Frank Grillo in a horror thriller alongside Lou Diamond Phillips and Katrin…

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Episode 13 - Stacy Kauk 36:43

6M ago36:43

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Please follow our LinkedIn page to connect with guests and ask questions. In this episode of CDR Procurement Guide, Eli spoke with Stacy Kauk, Head of Science at Isometric. Isometric is a carbon credit certification platform with a mission to rebuild trust in carbon markets. Stacy is responsible for leading their science team. This includes ensurin…

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Doug Jones on 'The Wizard of Oz' [Replay] 52:38

6M ago52:38

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This interview (with a different "One Quick Thing" segment) originally aired in September of 2022. We're off to the see the Wizard with this REPLAY! At 62, Doug Jones is as busy as ever, playing The Baron on FX's What We Do in the Shadows, Saru on Star Trek: Discovery, and returning to the role of Billy Butcherson in Hocus Pocus 2. But you might be…

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Episode 12 - Myles Allen 35:43

7M ago35:43

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Please follow our LinkedIn page to connect with guests and ask questions. In this episode of CDR Procurement Guide, Eli spoke with Myles Allen, Professor of Geosystem Science in the Environmental Change Institute, School of Geography and the Environment and the Department of Physics, University of Oxford. He is known for his work on understanding a…

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Jordan Santacana on 'Spy Kids' 44:07

7M ago44:07

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Jordan Santacana is a writer and director of action films and westerns. He has directed multiple shorts this year: 4 Graves for Ximena, entirely shot on film, and Trapo Sucio: A Mofongo Western, which took home Best Action Short at this year’s LUSCA film fest. This week, Jordan joins Feeling Seen to talk about music scores, westerns, and Robert Rod…

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