Best Joshua Mayer Podcasts (2025)

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Let’s Eat This MRE and Kick Things Off 1:18:40

5d ago1:18:40

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Send us a text Welcome to the first episode of M.M.R.E.S. — Mortgages, Military, Real Estate & Stuff! Meet your hosts: Army veteran and Realtor® Joshua Mayer, and his wife Beattriz Villalobos, a loan officer and military spouse who held down the fort through two deployments. In this laid-back kickoff episode, Josh and B crack open an MRE and talk a…

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Dr. Diane Tober: Egg Donation Can Exploit Donors 46:11

6d ago46:11

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In this episode, Therese Markow and Dr. Diane Tober discuss the global egg donation industry, highlighting its lack of regulations and exploitative nature. Dr. Tober details some of her research on egg donors, revealing severe risks and some life-threatening complications that can affect 10-12% of donors. They discuss how donors are often uninforme…

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A Lighthouse in the Storm: Warrior Healing Center's Mission to Save Lives 1:19:01

12d ago1:19:01

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Send us a text In this powerful episode of M.M.R.E.S., we sit down with Cathie from the Warrior Healing Center to uncover the grassroots mission transforming veteran support in Cochise County. From battling veteran self-harm to creating a vibrant hub of community, purpose, and healing, this raw and heartfelt conversation dives into how WHC became a…

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Kim Mutcherson: Millions of Frozen Embryos! 54:48

13d ago54:48

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In this episode, Therese Markow and Kim Mutcherson discuss the legal and ethical implications of the increasing number of frozen embryos and the complications of assisted reproductive technologies. With an estimated over 1 million frozen embryos in the United States, this is a complex topic, particularly around state laws, embryo disposition, the f…

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Dr. Chris Beyrer: Cuts to USAID Harm the Health and Prosperity of US Citizens 40:57

20d ago40:57

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The opinions expressed by Dr. Beyrer are his own and not those of his employer. In this episode, Therese Markow and Dr. Chris Beyrer discuss the importance of USAID, highlighting its role in global health and development, particularly through programs like PEPFAR, which has saved 25 million lives and prevented millions of HIV infections. Dr. Beyrer…

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Dr. Adam Berinsky: Political Rumors and Misinformation 53:05

27d ago53:05

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In this episode, Therese Markow and Dr. Adam Berinsky discuss political rumors and misinformation. Dr. Berinsky defines rumors as unsubstantiated claims without evidence, emphasizing their social transmission. He identifies two factors influencing rumor belief: conspiratorial thinking and partisan polarization. Berinsky's research reveals that whil…

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Near Death Experiences 38:31

1M ago38:31

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In this episode, Therese Markow and Dr. James Alcock discuss what near-death experiences are and the increase in them in recent years due to improvements in medical technology. While near-death experiences (NDEs) have been known about for a long time, we, as a scientific community, are starting to understand more about what they mean for neurologic…

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Dr. Deborah Lang: What is Skin Cancer? 35:41

1M ago35:41

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In this episode, Therese Markow and Dr. Deborah Lang discuss the rise of skin cancer, particularly melanoma, and its causes. Dr. Lang explains that skin cancers are derived from different skin cells: basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma, both linked to UV exposure, and melanoma, which can be UV-independent and linked to genetic suscepti…

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Dr. Anice Lowen: Bird Flu - Should We Worry? 18:36

2M ago18:36

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In this episode, Therese Markow and Dr. Anice Lowen discuss the bird flu outbreak, highlighting the virus’s spread from birds to dairy cattle and recorded cases of human infection. Dr. Lowen explains the differences between influenza A and influenza B viruses, talks about which type causes pandemics, and what we can do to try to prevent future pand…

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Dr. Joshua Weitz: Asymptomatic COVID-19 Spreaders 32:23

2M ago32:23

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In this episode, Therese Markow and Dr. Joshua Weitz discuss his book "Asymptomatic: The Silent Spread of COVID-19 and the Future of Pandemics" and his work in understanding the risk of COVID spread from as early as spring of 2020. He highlights the double-edged sword of asymptomatic infections, discusses what governments could do to help mitigate …

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Dr. Ajit Nirmal: Arms Race Against Cancer 18:31

2M ago18:31

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When we hear the term tumor or cancer, the image that often comes to mind is a bunch of bad cells next to normal ones, and growing. Like many things, it's just not that simple. How do the normal cells turn bad? Can our immune systems detect the cancer cell and kill it? Why does some initially successful chemotherapy stop working? Why does cancer sp…

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Dr. Jodi Gilman: Cannabis and Your Brain 22:51

2M ago22:51

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In this episode, Therese Markow and Dr. Jodi Gilman discuss the implications of cannabis use on health and safety. Dr. Gilman explains that THC, the main psychoactive compound in cannabis, binds to cannabinoid receptors in the brain, affecting areas involved in emotion, memory, and decision-making. Cannabis use can lead to long-term brain alteratio…

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Dr. Robert Meade: Health Dangers from Rising Heat 22:23

3M ago22:23

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In this episode, Therese Markow and Dr. Robert Meade, an expert in thermal physiology, discuss the dangers posed to human health by the rising heat. Dr Meade explains that extreme heat is a combination of air temperature and humidity, which can strain the body's ability to regulate temperature. He notes that older adults and women may be more vulne…

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Dr. Brandon Sparks: Incels - Involuntary Celibacy 30:45

3M ago30:45

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In this episode, Therese Markow and Dr. Brandon Sparks discuss the phenomenon of involuntary celibacy (incels). Dr. Sparks, an applied forensic psychologist, explains that incels are men experiencing long-term involuntary celibacy, often due to social exclusion and bullying during adolescence. Incels, primarily aged 18-30, are less likely to be in …

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Harm from Cuts to Science and Education 7:29

3M ago7:29

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In this episode, Therese Markow discusses the impact of budgetary cuts on scientific research and the Nations Report Card from the Department of Education. She explains what the funding from the National Institutes of Health and National Science Foundation supports, and argues how cutting overhead costs to 15% shuts down scientific progress. She al…

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Dr. James Alcock: Why We Believe 43:10

3M ago43:10

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We all believe in something, from Santa Claus, to the global shape of the earth, to babies needing to be taken care of for survival. While some of our beliefs are intuitive or have evidence, many are not. Sometimes the evidence that we believe to be true is faulty. In this episode, Therese Markow and Dr. James Alcock discuss how these beliefs are b…

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Dr. Loretta Mayer: Contraceptive Rat Control 29:23

3M ago29:23

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In this episode, Therese Markow and Dr. Loretta Mayer discuss the growing problem of urban rat populations, exacerbated by climate change and the ineffectiveness of traditional poisoning methods. Dr. Mayer discusses the non-lethal contraceptive method for rats and mice, developed from her research on reproductive physiology, and successful field te…

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Charles Piller: Alzheimer's Treatments Slow in Coming 41:14

4M ago41:14

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In this episode, Therese Markow and Charles Piller discuss the slow progress of Alzheimer’s treatments. Based on his research and findings as an investigative journalist, as well as his newest book, Doctored: Fraud, Arrogance, and Tragedy in the Quest to Cure Alzheimer’s, they discuss the complexity of the disease, msiconduct in the research, and t…

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Dr. Paul Offit: Hidden Dangers of Measles 24:56

4M ago24:56

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In this episode, Therese Markow and Dr. Paul Offit discuss the MMR vaccine, the history of it, and the current decay of measles herd immunity today. Many parents are refusing to vaccinate their children, referencing politicians, actors, and social activists who lack correct information regarding the vaccine. Even if an unvaccinated child recovers f…

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Dr. Jamie Lo, MD: Marijuana and the Fetal Brain 25:49

4M ago25:49

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In this episode, Therese Markow and Dr. Jamie Lo discuss the complex topic of marijuana and the fetal brain. Dr. Lo explains some of the findings from a study of over 3 million pregnant individuals in California, why pregnant individuals may choose to use marijuana, the links between THC exposure in the fetal brain and long-term neurodevelopmental …

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Natalie Wexler: America's Knowledge Gap 44:27

4M ago44:27

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In this episode, Therese Markow and Natalie Wexler discuss the poor reading skills of American students, as evidenced by NAEP test results. Natalie highlights the ineffectiveness of current reading programs and the focus on skills over content. She also talks about the discrepancies between students of different backgrounds, and how The Matthew Eff…

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Dr. Amy Cooter: Militias in the United States Today 25:51

5M ago25:51

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In this episode, Therese Markow and Dr. Amy Cooter discuss the complexities and variations within militia groups in the United States, citing examples of constitutional militias, millenarian militias, and border militias noting their varying beliefs and tendencies. Dr. Cooter also highlights how the role of nostalgia and protecting the Second Amend…

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Richard Conniff: Ending Epidemics 48:46

5M ago48:46

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In this episode, Therese Markow and Richard Conniff discuss his book "Ending Epidemics," which explores the history of infectious diseases and vaccines. Richard highlights the evolution from ancient humoral theories, which thrived for nearly 2000 years, to modern germ theory, emphasizing the importance of cleanliness and vaccination. He recounts th…

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Dr. MacKenzie Pellin: Cancer in Your Dog or Cat 30:17

5M ago30:17

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In this episode, Therese Markow and Dr. MacKenzie Pellin discuss the cancer rates in dogs and cats, the types of cancer we tend to see in our four-legged friends, and the challenges of diagnosing cancer in pets. Dr. Pellin also breaks down some of the main differences of cancer in breeds of dogs and cats, and the reasons why those types of cancer a…

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Dr. John Hutton: Reading to Babies Helps Their Brains 52:42

5M ago52:42

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In this episode, Therese Markow and Dr. John Hutton discuss the impact of early reading exposure on brain development in infants and young children. He explains that babies are born with 100 billion brain cells, each with around 1,000 connections and that these connections are shaped by experiences. Dr. Hutton emphasizes the importance of a nurturi…

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Dr. Adina Wise: Parkinson's - Environmental Risks 29:19

6M ago29:19

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In this episode, Therese Markow and Dr. Adina Wise discuss the complexities of Parkinson’s disease, including its causes, symptoms, and the role of environmental factors, such as air pollution. They discuss who Parkinson’s primarily affects, the genetic factors at play, the higher incidents in specific regions, and the increase in the frequency of …

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What Do You Know About the Fish You Eat? 46:54

6M ago46:54

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Most of us take for granted that the seafood we eat is healthy and better for the atmosphere. But there are hidden costs in our increasing consumption of seafood that we don’t see. Why? Because these costs are accrued on the high seas and under the sea where few journalists endeavor to cover them. Sea slavery, overfishing, pollution, and loss of re…

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Can Your Deodorant Cause Breast Cancer? 20:36

6M ago20:36

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Breast cancer is on the rise, especially in women under 40. This is pretty scary and the increase points to something environmental. In today’s episode, Therese Markow and Dr. Kris McGrath talk about one of these environmental factors and how our individual underarm hygiene may play a role in our risk for breast (and prostate) cancers earlier in li…

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Mark Greene: Mansplaining 52:38

6M ago52:38

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In this episode, Therese Markow and Mark Greene discuss the pervasive issue of mansplaining, a phenomenon where men explain things to women despite their lesser expertise. Mark explains that mansplaining is rooted in "Man Box Culture," a set of rigid masculine rules that discourage emotional expression and promote dominance. He highlights that thes…

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Dr. Anna Stokke: Why Johnny Can't Add 28:06

6M ago28:06

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In this episode, Therese Markow and Dr. Anna Stokke discuss the decline in math education, noting that students lack basic arithmetic skills, hindering their ability to grasp complex concepts across multiple subjects. Dr. Stokke highlights the persistence of ineffective teaching methods, such as constructivism, despite evidence supporting direct in…

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SossTalk Ep.10 What If Boxing Had A Dana White!? What If Boxing Had Regular Seasons?! Let's Talk! 1:26:23

7M ago1:26:23

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What's up good people! Soss is here with another episode on fight week! As we know already we got some action this Saturday night with Top Rank and Match room boxing. I want to say one event may be earlier in the day with overseas broadcasting. I talk about how those fights will go down. Also we have a long discussion on the state of boxing talking…

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Dr. Joel Gallant: HIV Today 31:35

7M ago31:35

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In this episode, Therese Markow and Dr. Joel Gallant discuss the history and evolution of HIV treatment and prevention. He highlights the changes of treatment from early AZT, to the extensive multi-drug regimens of the 90s, and the current single-pill treatment with minimal side effects. They also discuss the racial and regional disparities of new …

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Dr. MacKenzie Pellin, Dr. Laurie Malone & Dr. Patricia Ungar: Sniffer Dogs: Detect Cancer and COVID 35:39

7M ago35:39

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In this episode, Therese Markow, Dr. MacKenzie Pellin, Dr. Laurie Malone, and Dr. Patricia Ungar explore how dogs can detect early signs of cancer and COVID-19. They discuss their collaborative research, how the dogs are trained, and the types of diseases that these medical scent dogs can help to identify. They also discuss how the dogs' accuracy r…

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SossTalk Ep.9 Women's Boxing Beef Owns The Week! Shields, Mayer, Baumgardner, and Serrano! 33:26

7M ago33:26

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If you have a X/Twitter account... " Boxing Twitter" is where it's at! Claressa Shields showed grace at the Jake Paul V Tyson - Serrano V Taylor event. She had her compliments! Until the attention of fame and popularity started to allude the GWOAT. She started to show a bit of different feelings to the congratulations Amanda Serrano and Katie Taylo…

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SossTalk Ep.8 Professional Boxers Need To Maximize The Brand! Sell Yourself! 53:13

7M ago53:13

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Today we talk about fights coming up of course. fighter updates and also how can boxers build their brand in today's social media world. Jake Paul is a celebrity first turned professional boxer. He has been able to maximize his brand to make money more than most Champion fighters! How can pros get better? Come and listen!…

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SossTalk Ep.7 Rematch Madness In December!! 🥊🥊 1:17:44

7M ago1:17:44

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On today's episode of SossTalk! I talk about the rest of the 2024 year in boxing. December is ending the year off with some very intriguing rematches. I will breakdown each fight with my opinions on how the 2nd fight will go. I also talk about each weight class and which are more important right now. Finally I talk about Jon Jones and how great he …

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SossTalk Ep.6 I'm back! Let's Talk Boxing! Mike Tyson Jake Paul Serrano And Taylor! 1:19:28

7M ago1:19:28

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Today on November 19th, 2024 I am back to talk about the great Friday Night of Netflix live sports. Boxing was a main course of this event. With unified title matches on the line for male and female Jake Paul put together a fight card that should have kept everybody watching until the main event. On this episode we are going to talk about the good,…

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Dr. Hussam Mahmoud: Preventing Wildfire Damage 32:45

7M ago32:45

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In this episode, Therese Markow and Dr. Hussam Mahmoud discuss the increasing frequency and severity of wildfires, citing the 2023 Maui fire and the 2024 Ventura County fire. Dr. Hassam Mahmoud, an expert in wildfire control, explains that wildfires have risen by 5% annually since 2001 and are now more intense. He highlights that 90% of wildfires i…

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Dr. Keith McCormick: Osteoporosis and You 40:32

7M ago40:32

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In this episode, Therese Markow and Dr. Keith McCormick discuss what you need to know about osteoporosis and bone health. Dr. McCormick explains what causes osteoporosis, the importance of early bone density tests, and breaks down some of the lifestyle factors that affect bone health. They discuss the need for personalized treatment beyond only med…

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For Advisor By Advisors - Interview with Duncan MacPherson, Podcast Host, Author, Coach and Keynote Speaker on Practice Management, CEO of Pareto Systems, Coaching for Financial Professionals - How to ... 38:05

8M ago38:05

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In this episode, we speak with Duncan MacPherson, CEO of Pareto Systems. Duncan is one of the most world renown Financial Advisor Coaches in the world. He co-authored “The Advisor Playbook” and “the Blue Square Method”. Duncan goes into how advisors that are at the top build without the goal of building. How advisors become attractive and why advis…

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Dr. Elizabeth Scott: Cognitive Distortions and Stress 31:20

8M ago31:20

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In this episode, Therese Markow and Dr. Elizabeth Scott discuss the impact of cognitive distortions on stress. Dr. Scott explains what cognitive distortions are, how they lead to increased stress and emotional difficulties and gives examples of different types of distortions. They discuss how the distortions can be mitigated. They also talk about w…

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Who Believes in Conspiracy Theories? (Rerun) 34:52

8M ago34:52

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In a world full of media, which may contain misinformation or fake news, there are conspiracy theories abounding. However, conspiracy theories, and the spreading of those theories, are not a new practice, it has been around and transmitted in any way that people communicate. In this episode, Therese Markow and Dr. Joseph Uscinski talk about the ori…

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For Advisor By Advisors - Interview with Matt Middleton, Founder and CEO at Future Proof - The Greatest Festival in Financial Advisor History? Is it Future Proof? 50:42

8M ago50:42

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In this episode, we speak with Matt Middleton, Founder and CEO at Future Proof. We go over the concept and the beginnings of Future Proof along with the what, when, why, where, and how. We spend time going over the start of the idea to now, 3 years later, the most recognized Financial Advisor “Festival” on the planet. We asked Matt a ton of questio…

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Dr. John Sweller: Why Johnny Can't Read 33:38

8M ago33:38

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In this episode, Therese Markow and Dr. John Sweller discuss the decline in student preparedness for college and how the modern education system, which has shifted from knowledge acquisition to inquiry-based learning, is at the root of that decline. Dr. Sweller explains his Cognitive Load Theory, breaks down the differences between working memory a…

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Dr. Hussam Mahmoud: Climate Change and Bridge Stability 34:20

8M ago34:20

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In this episode, Therese Markow and Dr. Hussam Mahmoud discuss the vulnerability of bridges to climate change. When we think about climate-related disasters, hurricanes, floods, and wildfires come to mind. Probably the last thing we think about is a bridge collapsing, but we should. With over half a million bridges in the US, each with a life expec…

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Dr. Ximena Lopez: Helping Transgender Youth 28:45

9M ago28:45

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In this episode, Therese Markow and Dr. Ximena Lopez discuss the challenges faced by transgender youth, emphasizing the importance of gender-affirming care. Dr. Lopez explains the difference between sex and gender, noting that gender dysphoria is distress caused by a mismatch between one's gender identity and sex assigned at birth. She describes tr…

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Janine LaSalle, Ph.D.: Detecting Autism Before Birth 18:08

9M ago18:08

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In this episode, Therese Markow and Dr. Janine LaSalle discuss Dr. LaSalle’s research on autism, focusing on prenatal gene-environment interactions. She explains that autism affects one in 36 children and talks about how genetic and prenatal environmental factors, such as maternal health and chemical exposures, play a role in autism. Dr. LaSalle di…

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For Advisors By Advisors - Interview with Joshua Brown, CEO at Ritholtz Wealth Management - Has Behavioral Finance Changed the Role of a Financial Advisor? Josh Brown Weighs In! 30:50

9M ago30:50

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In this episode, we talk with Joshua Brown, CEO at Ritholtz Wealth Management. We go over a variety of topics such as how he started Ritholtz Wealth Management with $60 million in assets to just surpass $5 billion dollars today. We also spoke about behavioral finance and why today the fiduciary standard is all that is important. Josh is a fantastic…

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Elizabeth Scott, Ph.D.: Beware of Narcissists 35:47

9M ago35:47

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In this episode, Therese Markow and psychologist Dr. Elizabeth Scott, discuss narcissism, its clinical definition and the characteristics of “malignant narcissism”. Dr. Scott explains that narcissism involves patterns of grandiosity, a need for constant admiration, a lack of empathy, high levels of manipulation, and the narcissist’s “kryptonite” - …

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For Advisor By Advisors - Interview with Lance Cibik, CFP® CIMA® AAMS®, Adversity into Fuel : Elite Performance in Wealth, Wellness, & Life Mastery | Transformational Speaking & Coaching - Why Should Financial ... 27:59

9M ago27:59

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In this episode, we speak with Lance Cibik, CFP® CIMA® AAMS®, Adversity into Fuel : Elite Performance in Wealth, Wellness, & Life Mastery | Transformational Speaking & Coaching. We go over his past roles as an educator to financial advisors looking to change their process. We talk on a variety of subjects from keeping advice simple to keeping the c…

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