Best EVOLV Academy Podcasts (2025)

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Navigating the Evolving Landscape of National Security: Highlights from an Academy Critical Conversation with Jane Holl Lute, Mike McCord and Peter Levine 27:30

8d ago27:30

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This episode features highlights from our timely and candid Critical Conversation exploring the evolving landscape of U.S. national defense and homeland security. Our distinguished panel of Academy Fellows will examine how to align strategy, resources, and operational readiness in a rapidly changing environment. Featured Speakers: Jane Holl Lute – …

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132. Halo: Combat Evolved | S5E10 56:33

12d ago56:33

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In which we argue that Halo represents a genuinely novel approach to shooter design at a time when the video games industry was becoming but had not yet turned into what we know it to be today. Join us as we delve into the complex narrative and gameplay relationship between Master Chief and Cortana and ask... is Halo a tragedy? Substack: https://ga…

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Evolving the Conversation on Coaching for Emotional Reactivity 32:27

19d ago32:27

32:27

Ever feel like your emotions hijack the moment before you even know what hit you? You’re not alone—and it’s not your fault. In this episode, Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos crack open the misunderstood world of emotional reactivity with humor, heart, and science-backed insights. From decoding what emotional reactivity really means (spoiler: it’s no…

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Equity On Trial with Academy Fellows Kimberly Walton and Chris Koliba 21:06

1d ago21:06

21:06

What is the role of government in facilitating an equitable society? What kind of country do we want to live in? Big questions need real answers as government reevaluates and seeks to challenge us to think critically about the role of equity in public life. Academy Fellows Kimberly Walton, CEO of SynergyUSA and formerly of Department of Homeland Se…

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It's FINALLY Over. Time for a NEW Chapter #90 49:28

2d ago49:28

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My Grandmothers Hands - Book Review 29:25

5d ago29:25

29:25

What if healing racialized trauma could start with your own body? In this deeply insightful episode, hosts Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos dive into My Grandmother’s Hands by Resmaa Menakem, exploring the powerful intersection of somatics, trauma, and generational conditioning. Through honest reflection, personal stories, and practical somatic prac…

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The Yagas on The Making of Midnight Minuet, Ozzy, The Rock Academy, Vera Farminga Tracking Pendulum 28:22

8d ago28:22

28:22

For those of you who know me, I'm a huge fan of horror movies and especially the storytelling in The Conjuring series. So imagine my surprise when I see a post on MetalSucks that says something like Vera Farmiga Starts a Metal Band! Firstly...WHAT. Second, we gotta get The Yagas on the show to have a conversation. I got the opportunity to speak wit…

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Tapping into Endless Confidence 37:37

12d ago37:37

37:37

What if confidence isn’t something you build but something you tap into—like a tree effortlessly growing through solid rock? In this enlightening episode, Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos unpack the surprising truth about confidence. From the hidden impact of core limiting beliefs to the power of natural laws, they reveal how true, lasting confidenc…

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Chumming the Waters & ACOTAR6 54:11

13d ago54:11

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This week’s episode is pure chaos in the best way. Nicole’s cranky (relatable), Kate’s in her baby Tony Soprano era, and we’re inventing new slang, deep-diving into the science of teeth, and officially declaring Shark Week fake news. Plus: an unhinged theory session about ACOTAR 6, Sarah J. Maas’s secret drafts, and why Joe Burrow is our special in…

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Ep 71: CEO of TurboPuffer Simon Eskildsen on Building Smarter Retrieval, AI App Must-Have Features & Current State of Vector DBs 51:08

14d ago51:08

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Fill out this short listener survey to help us improve the show: https://forms.gle/bbcRiPTRwKoG2tJx8 In this episode, Simon Eskildsen, co-founder and CEO of TurboPuffer, lays out a compelling vision for how AI-native infrastructure needs to evolve in an era where every application wants to connect massive amounts of context to large language models…

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What are the limits of modern executive power? Checks and balances with Academy Fellow Robert Shea and Yuval Levin of American Enterprise Institute 24:17

15d ago24:17

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In this episode of Management Matters, host James-Christian Blockwood explores the evolving dynamics between the executive branch, Congress, and the judiciary with guests Yuval Levin of American Enterprise Institute and Academy Fellow Robert Shea of GovNavigators. The discussion delves into the (self-imposed) weakening role of Congress, the impact …

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THESE WOLVES Darren Fisher on Entrance Themes, MJF's Entrance Theme, Hangman Page's Dead To Rights 51:00

16d ago51:00

51:00

Hi guys! I'm really excited to have sat down with by buddy Darren Fisher, also known as THESE WOLVES. He's a talented composer known for his work on wrestling music, including his popular rendition of MJF's AEW theme Better Than You and his cover of Hangman Page's theme, Dead To Rights. We discuss the intersection of wrestling and music, the creati…

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Next Generation or Final Frontier - Is Federal Science Under Threat? With Marcia McNutt of the National Academy of Sciences and former USDA Chief Scientist Chavonda Jacobs-Young 29:37

22d ago29:37

29:37

Host James-Christian Blockwood discusses the status of science and government with Marcia McNutt, President of the National Academy of Sciences, and Chavonda Jacobs-Young, former Under Secretary for Research, Education, and Economics, and Chief Scientist at the US Department of Agriculture. They address the challenges facing the scientific communit…

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Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art - Book Report 36:44

26d ago36:44

36:44

Ever thought your breathing habits might be messing with your sleep, mood, weight, or even your jawline? In this lively and eye-opening episode of the Somatic Coaching Academy Podcast, hosts Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos dive into the surprising science behind Breath by James Nestor. From sleep tape experiments and nasal muscle workouts to how br…

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Cape Cod and Seemingly (the) Ranch 54:50

27d ago54:50

54:50

This week’s episode brought to you by digestive biscuits, dude ranches, and deeply chaotic energy. We’re recording in the same room (aka audio issues obv!!), spending our favorite weekend of the year on Cape Cod, and catching up on everything from small-town parades to horseback hailstorms. Nicole recaps her horse girl summer vacation in Montana — …

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Ep 70: Karol Hausman and Danny Driess (Physical Intelligence) Unpack the Most Recent Breakthroughs & Path to Generalist Robots 1:09:57

28d ago1:09:57

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In this episode, Jacob sits down with Karol Hausman (Co-Founder) and Danny Driess (Research Scientist) from Physical Intelligence, two of the minds behind some of the most exciting advances in robotics. They unpack the last decade of progress in AI robotics, from early skepticism to the breakthroughs powering today’s generalist robot models. The co…

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U.S. Rep. Don Beyer (D-Va) visits AI in the Public Sector in this Special Crossover Episode 26:18

29d ago26:18

26:18

Special Crossover Episode with AI in the Public Sector, Season 3! AI has the potential to transform the way citizens interact with the government and the way agencies deliver services to citizens. In previous episodes in this series we have heard from a number of Executive Branch leaders on the promises and potential risks of AI and how it's starti…

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Asia PPA Pros UPSET the #3 SEED + Training at Briones Pickleball Academy #89 49:36

1M ago49:36

49:36

Get free access to our ATTACKING MASTERCLASS so that you can attack like the pros and be the most dominant player on the court: https://www.brionespickleball.com/AttackLikeThePros CHECK OUT OUR 5-DAY VIP TRAINING BELOW! If you are serious about improving your game, we have designed an EXCLUSIVE, (5-day) Intensive pickleball training specially for y…

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How Coaches Can Help Their Clients Declare Independence from Self-Judgment 32:33

1M ago32:33

32:33

Ever feel like the harshest critic in your life is... you? In this heartfelt and eye-opening episode of the Somatic Coaching Academy Podcast, hosts Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos explore what it really means to declare independence from self-judgment. From uncovering where these critical inner voices come from to sharing raw personal stories and o…

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F1: The Movie: The Review 37:50

1M ago37:50

37:50

The long-awaited Formula 1 movie is finally here… and we have thoughts. In this week’s episode of See You On The Internet, Kate and Nicole go full film critic (sort of) and break down everything from Brad Pitt’s suspicious tattoos to Charles Leclerc’s movie star face to the sheer audacity of the representation of women. Was it a cinematic masterpie…

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Funding Democracy: Stepping up or Overstepping? with Xavier de Souza Briggs of Brookings Institution and Daniel Stid of American Enterprise Institute 27:59

1M ago27:59

27:59

James-Christian Blockwood hosts Xavier de Souza Briggs of the Brookings Institution and Daniel Stid of American Enterprise Institute. This conversation explores the multifaceted role of philanthropy in society, particularly in the context of governance, civil society, and the impact of the Trump administration on nonprofits and higher education. Br…

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Key Lessons from a Kripalu Core Centering Retreat 36:00

1M ago36:00

36:00

Ever wonder what peanut butter bars, gong baths, and somatic transformation have in common? In this laughter-filled episode of the Somatic Coaching Academy Podcast, hosts Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos take you behind the scenes of their recent Core Centering Practitioner Training retreat at Kripalu. From the magic of communal meals to the science…

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Book Recs, Baby Fever, and a Dating App Horror Story 54:33

1M ago54:33

54:33

Producer Alex returns! Fresh off her fairytale UK adventure (punting in Cambridge? Ted Lasso tour?!) she's just in time to hear Nicole spiral into a full-blown baby fever monologue, unpack the illusion of the “cool girl dream job,” and recap the most unhinged Love Island twist we’ve seen in years. Kate’s trying to emotionally recover from shoe shop…

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"The Leader's Job is to Provide Hope" - Martin O'Malley and Bob McDonald on Executive Leadership 30:06

1M ago30:06

30:06

In this episode of Management Matters, host James-Christian Blockwood talks with Secretary Bob McDonald and Commissioner Martin O'Malley, two seasoned government executives from Veterans Affairs and the Social Security Administration, to discuss approaches to public service, leadership philosophies, and the transformative changes they implemented i…

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MLP Australia is an Absolute VIBE, and Caden's WORST Pickleball Nightmare #88 47:26

2M ago47:26

47:26

Get free access to our ATTACKING MASTERCLASS so that you can attack like the pros and be the most dominant player on the court: https://www.brionespickleball.com/AttackLikeThePros CHECK OUT OUR 5-DAY VIP TRAINING BELOW! If you are serious about improving your game, we have designed an EXCLUSIVE, (5-day) Intensive pickleball training specially for y…

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131. Ghost in the Shell (1995) | S5E9 56:26

2M ago56:26

56:26

In celebration of Pride month, we take a somewhat unusual look at Oshii Mamoru's Ghost in the Shell as an allegory of trans becoming. We look at how trans individuals have read the film against their own experiences and how this highlights a queerness in Kusanagi's character that Oshii likely never intended yet is still palpably there. Substack: ht…

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How Coaches Can Help Solve Their Clients' Motivational Conflicts 38:22

2M ago38:22

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Is your client stuck, overwhelmed, or sabotaging their own goals—despite saying they want change? Chances are, they’re experiencing a motivational conflict—and most coaches aren’t trained to spot it. In this insightful and entertaining episode, Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos unpack the three levels of motivation that drive human behavior: away fro…

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Ep 69: Co-Founder of Databricks & LMArena on Current Eval Limitations, Why China is Winning Open Source and Future of AI Infrastructure 54:57

2M ago54:57

54:57

Ion Stoica helped define the modern data stack. Now he’s coming for AI evaluation. From co-founding Databricks and Anyscale to launching LMArena, Ion has shaped the infrastructure underlying some of the biggest shifts in computing. In this conversation, he unpacks what most people get wrong about model evaluation, the infrastructure challenges ahea…

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Are We Music Critics Now? 56:26

2M ago56:26

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This week, it’s just two gals in the living room — no producer, no rules, and definitely no structure. While we mourn Alex’s absence (come home from London, please!), we spiral deep into a passionate ode to pop stardom: Britney, Beyoncé, Taylor — and whether anyone today has what it takes to reach their level. We also break down the highs and lows …

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Long Time Coming - Former Commissioners Danny Werfel and John Koskinen on what's next for the Internal Revenue Service 31:22

2M ago31:22

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As the Senate votes to confirm new IRS Commissioner Billy Long, w e welcome two titans of IRS leadership, former Commissioners Danny Werfel and John Koskinen, both Academy fellows. They discuss the challenges and changes at the IRS, including budget cuts, workforce reductions, and the impact on taxpayer services. We get an up close look at the futu…

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Can you really trust your intuition? 28:26

2M ago28:26

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Ever wondered if you can truly trust your intuition—or if it's just your subconscious fear wearing a clever disguise? In this thought-provoking episode of the Somatic Coaching Academy Podcast, hosts Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos unpack the real nature of intuition—what it is, where it comes from, and how you can tell the difference between an int…

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Javi on His Time In NXT and Evolve, Writing His Own Entrance Theme, Metalcore In Wrestling 48:37

2M ago48:37

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🔔 Subscribe To The Show! https://www.youtube.com/@ropesnriffs?sub_confirmation=1 💰Support the show via PayPal! https://paypal.me/ropesnriffs 📣$10 or more will get you shouted out on the next episode! Javi, formerly Javier Bernal in WWE NXT and Evolve, and wrestling entrance theme song composer John Kiernan explore the intersection of metalcore musi…

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Girls on Track: The F1 Academy Netflix Series That Had Us Crying 55:56

2M ago55:56

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This week on See You On The Internet, we’re diving helmet-first into the new F1 Academy Netflix docuseries—and spoiler alert: it got us in our feelings. From Abby Pulling’s adorable dad to Lia Block’s emotional journey, we break down the standout stories, surprising edits, and what this series means for the future of women in motorsport. Plus, we c…

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One Big, Beautiful Bill or Budget Disaster? Former Comptroller General David Walker and Brett Loper of the Peterson Foundation 32:42

2M ago32:42

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While Congress, the President, and Elon Musk trade insults and accusations, we're joined by Former Comptroller General and author David Walker, and Brett Loper, Executive Vice President of Policy at the Peter G. Peterson Foundation to look at the enormous challenges of the current budget reconciliation process. Political leaders are strongly divide…

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Debunking the Myth of Negativity Bias 25:45

2M ago25:45

25:45

Is “negativity bias” keeping you stuck—and is it even real? In this thought-provoking episode of the Somatic Coaching Academy Podcast, Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos unravel the science behind so-called "negative thinking" and challenge the widely accepted concept of the negativity bias. Drawing on neuroscience, personal stories, and their signatu…

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Ep 68: CEO of Mercor Brendan Foody on Evals Replacing Knowledge Work, AI x Hiring Today & the Future of Data Labeling 44:03

2M ago44:03

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Brendan Foody is the co-founder and CEO of Mercor, a company building the infrastructure for AI-native labor markets. Mercor’s platform is already used by top AI labs to label data, evaluate human and AI candidates, and make performance-driven hiring decisions. They’re operating at the intersection of recruiting, evals, and foundation model develop…

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The "Manager Crash" are you prepared for it happening? 29:55

2M ago29:55

29:55

In this episode we will discuss why is there a Manager Crash looming and some topics we will delve into are: 🔷 Employees Want More Autonomy & Purpose Today’s workforce is less interested in traditional command-and-control management. They crave empowerment, flexibility, and meaningful work pushing organizations toward flatter, more collaborative st…

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2025 Strategy Q&A (Live) #87 53:56

2M ago53:56

53:56

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Waste, Fraud, Abuse and Efficiency -U.S. Comptroller General Gene Dodaro and Inspector General of the U.S. Department of Justice Michael Horowitz 27:28

2M ago27:28

27:28

Government efficiency is THE topic of conversation since the start of President Trump's second term. But does the government already have the tools to prevent waste, fraud and abuse? Who's conducting oversight already, and how? We're joined by U.S. Comptroller General Gene Dodaro and Inspector General of the Department of Justice Michael Horowitz t…

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You²: A High-Velocity Formula For Multiplying Your Personal Effectiveness in Quantum Leaps - Book Report 31:57

2M ago31:57

31:57

What if the only thing standing between you and your biggest breakthrough is… trying too hard? 🤯 In this episode of the Somatic Coaching Academy Podcast, hosts Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos dive into You² by Price Pritchett—a tiny book with a massive message about making quantum leaps in your personal and professional life. Forget step-by-step pr…

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Ep 67: Max Junestrand (CEO, Legora) on Differentiating and Pricing AI Apps & How the Legal Industry Will Evolve 44:09

2M ago44:09

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Jacob and Logan sit down with Max Junestrand, founder and CEO of Legora - a rapidly growing legal AI platform (and Redpoint portfolio company). After announcing their Series B last week, Max joined the show to discuss why law is uniquely suited for AI, what it takes to scale an enterprise-ready product across global markets, and a few crazy moments…

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The Monkeys Are Evolving and So Are We 52:09

2M ago52:09

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Happy Birthday to Kate! This week on See You on the Internet, we're diving deep into comfort watches, cartoon crushes (Doug Funny truthers, rise), and Kate’s bold new quest to finally watch Titanic all the way through. Nicole challenges Kate to break free from her “re-watch spiral,” and spoiler alert: it may involve Danny Phantom, crying over HGTV,…

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Ben Eller on Playing with Mastodon, Retro Entrance Music, Tool's Adam Jones on Penta Entrance Theme 1:08:58

2M ago1:08:58

1:08:58

Hi guys! I, your resident wrestling entrance theme composer John Kiernan interviews the one and only Uncle Ben, Ben Eller! Ben is a guitarist known for his recent performance with Mastodon and his unbelievable YouTube guitar channel. We discuss Ben's recent experience playing with Mastodon, the challenges of learning their songs, and the evolution …

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Larry Allen of GSA on the Impact of AI on Government Acquisition: Special Crossover with GovExecTV 38:02

2M ago38:02

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AI has the potential to transform the way citizens interact with the government and the way agencies deliver services to citizens. In previous episodes we have heard from a number of Executive Branch leaders on the promises and potential risks of AI and how it's starting to transform government -- internal processes, service delivery, cybersecurity…

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PPA Pro Dylan Frazier on the Afterlife, Bad Life Choices, and the Mental Game #86 24:58

2M ago24:58

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Get free access to our ATTACKING MASTERCLASS so that you can attack like the pros and be the most dominant player on the court: https://www.brionespickleball.com/AttackLikeThePros CHECK OUT OUR 5-DAY VIP TRAINING BELOW! If you are serious about improving your game, we have designed an EXCLUSIVE, (5-day) Intensive pickleball training specially for y…

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Ep 66: Member of Technical Staff at Anthropic Sholto Douglas on Claude 4, Next Phase for AI Coding, and the Path to AI Coworkers 57:45

2M ago57:45

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Sholto Douglas, a Member of Technical Staff at Anthropic, joined Unsupervised Learning to break down why coding is the clearest early signal of model progress, how AI agents are already accelerating research, and what it’ll take to unlock real-world breakthroughs in fields like biology and robotics. (0:00) Intro (0:48) Claude 4 (1:30) Capabilities …

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130. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 | S5E8 58:49

2M ago58:49

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In this episode, we think about games as a complete composition of many artforms and how Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 withholds the kinds of information that normally aid gameplay in order to get the player to treat the game as much as a work of art to be appreciated as be immersed in. Substack: https://gamedesigndiscourse.substack.com/ Patreon: htt…

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How Leaders Can Turn Around Loss of Employee Purpose at Work 25:20

2M ago25:20

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Is your team quietly disengaging while still clocking in every day? You’re not imagining it — and you’re not alone. In this eye-opening episode, hosts Ani Anderson and Brian Trzaskos dive into the growing phenomenon dubbed The Great Detachment. Inspired by new Gallup research, they unpack the real reasons employees are losing their sense of purpose…

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Nicole Finally Met Her Knight In Shining Armor! 54:43

3M ago54:43

54:43

Welcome back to See You on the Internet — the podcast where group chat drama, chaotic dating, and pop culture collides. This week, we’re fresh off our Mother's Day episode and deep in our feelings (and our group chats). We recap our moms becoming virtual besties, spiral over whether our dads like talking to us, and then fully unravel over a missed …

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The What, How and Why of AI with Jen Pahlka of Code for America and Wole Moses of Microsoft Federal Civilian 27:55

3M ago27:55

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AI is at the center of public debate. What does the future look like when Large Language Models are incorporated into crucial decision-making processes that have, to this point, been almost entirely human. Our guests this week can help us answer fundamental questions about the intersection of technology – specifically AI – and Government. Jen Palhk…

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