Best Roger Pierce Podcasts (2025)

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CRACKERJACK 3 -Decoded! 36:11

4d ago36:11

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Join Dan and Tom as they decode the movie CRACKERJACK 3, from 2000. Is this third movie in the series worth a watch? Listen to find out what we think! This is a “No holds barred” episode! The first two CRACKERJACK movies were not spy movies. They were closer to DIE HARD than a spy movie. CRACKERJACK 3, however, is a spy movie, even though there is …

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MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE - THE FINAL RECKONING - Review 37:32

9d ago37:32

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Join Dan, Tom, and Mike Reyes as they review (No Spoilers! ) MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE – THE FINAL RECKONING – This movie stars Tom Cruise, Simon Pegg, and Ving Rhames. Listen to find out what we think! We’ve seen MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE – THE FINAL RECKONING, and the most recent before this one, MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE DEAD RECKONING. Now we see if they all tie…

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Accounting Truths That Could Save Your Business (w/Daryl Ching) 37:38

10d ago37:38

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Most small business owners rely on a part-time bookkeeper and an accountant who shows up once a year. My guest explains why that setup leads to inaccurate financials and lost opportunities: “We lost deals because the financials were a mess—expenses were recorded in the wrong months, balance sheets were out of whack, and investors walked away.” In t…

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THE TAMARIND SEED - Decoded! 37:18

12d ago37:18

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Join Dan and Tom as they decode the 1974 spy movie THE TAMARIND SEED. This movie stars Julie Andrews and Omar Sharif. Listen to find out all the good and perhaps the bad! We’ve seen Julie Andrews in Torn Curtain with Paul Newman. Now she is in a romantic spy movie with Omar Sharif. Does the match work? In this decoding episode we dive into the foll…

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Pierce the Darkness by Nannette Potter 15:58

17d ago15:58

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This episode features the first chapter of Pierce the Darkness by Nannette Potter. It is read by local actors Ariel Linn and Sean Hopper. Pierce the Darkness was published by Graylady Publishing in 2023 and is available for purchase. You can learn more about the author on her website. In each episode, we share with you mystery short stories and mys…

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Character Spotlight on Fiona Volpe played by Luciana Paluzzi in THUNDERBALL 57:37

19d ago57:37

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Join Dan and Tom for their Character Spotlight on Fiona Volpe, played by Luciana Paluzzi in THUNDERBALL. Can she handle the harsh spotlight?  We know that Fiona Volpe was a tough, determined, and beautiful villain. She’s willing to do whatever it takes to get her job done. And she wanted to take James Bond out. In this Character Spotlight we look a…

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TDE EP41 - GCC cofounder & Ms. Pac-Man co-creator Doug Macrae

21d ago

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Doug Macrae founded General Computer Corporation in 1981 with Kevin Curran whilst still an MIT student and would go on to employ many other MIT students, including previous guests Steve Golson and Jonathan Hurd. We talk with Macrae at length about the disruptive business model and general chutzpah of the fledgling company, and what can only be desc…

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SPY INTERVENTION - Decoded! 29:37

26d ago29:37

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Join Dan and Tom as they decode the 2020 spy comedy movie SPY INTERVENTION. It is a spy movie, but how is the comedy? Is it worth a watch? Dan and Tom are in a lively discussion answering that question! Listen to find out why. SPY INTERVENTION is a comedy starring Drew Van Acker, Poppy Delevingne, and Blake Anderson. There is a strong supporting ca…

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COUNT FIVE AND DIE - Decoded! 38:32

1M ago38:32

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Join Dan and Tom as they decode the 1957 WW II spy movie COUNT FIVE AND DIE. It has intrigue and espionage. But, is it worth a watch? Listen to find out. COUNT FIVE AND DIE is based on the true story of how the Allies used deception to try to convince Adolph Hitler that the Allied invasion would be happening anywhere instead of Normandy. In this mo…

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Overcoming Doubt and Building a Purpose-Driven Business (w/Leigh Mitchell) 27:39

1M ago27:39

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In this episode of The Unsure Entrepreneur Podcast, Roger Pierce talks with Leigh Mitchell—founder of Women in Biz Network and ChangeMaker Collective—about pushing through fear and insecurity to build a business with purpose. Leigh gets honest about self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and the quiet fears that creep in at 4 a.m. “Even when you think you’…

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Raymond Benson, Bond author, talks his new book on Felix Leiter 38:02

1M ago38:02

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In this episode, Dan and Tom bring in a special guest. Join us as Raymond Benson, Bond author, talks his new book on Felix Leiter. Novels are being written about some of the non-James Bond characters from the Ian Fleming James Bond novels. To that end, Raymond Benson, who was the first American James Bond continuation author, is getting set to rele…

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DECISION BEFORE DAWN – Decoded! 33:21

2M ago33:21

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Join Dan and Tom as they decode the 1951 World War II spy movie DECISION BEFORE DAWN. It was the first spy movie nominated for the Best Motion Picture Academy Award. And we think it is likely that you never heard of it. So, take a listen and we’ll decode this one for you. There is a lot of realism in the movie, and we will highlight some of the rea…

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THE AMATEUR Review - No-Spoilers! 32:40

2M ago32:40

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Join Dan and Tom as they give you their no-spoiler review of the just-released spy movie, THE AMATEUR, starring Rami Malek and Laurence Fishburne. Our goal is to give you the information you need to see if watching THE AMATEUR is worth your time and money. Listen to find out what we think. THE AMATEUR is a remake of the 1981 movie which starred Joh…

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Timothy Dalton as James Bond - The Good the Bad and Unique 49:08

2M ago49:08

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Dan and Tom decode the Timothy Dalton as James Bond. What was the Good, the Bad, and Unique of his performance? What worked and didn’t work well?Listen to find out. Timothy Dalton only played James Bond movies in two movies, THE LIVING DAYLIGHTS and LICENCE TO KILL. He brought a much different James Bond to the screen than his predecessor. Reaction…

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How to Build a Smarter Business with AI (w/Emily Baillie) 33:00

2M ago33:00

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What does it really take to leave your 9-to-5 and build a successful business? Emily Baillie did it — but not by jumping in blindly. On this episode of The Unsure Entrepreneur Podcast, host Roger Pierce speaks with Emily, a digital marketing strategist, AI educator, and founder of Compass Content Marketing—recently nominated for a Canadian SME Smal…

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Pleasant Drive by Chelle Martin 23:35

2M ago23:35

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This episode features the mystery short story Pleasant Drive written by Chelle Martin. It is read by local actor Sean Hopper. Pleasant Drive appeared in the Small Crimes anthology, edited by Michael Bracken. Published by Betancourt and Company, 2004. You can learn more about the author on her website. In each episode, we share with you mystery shor…

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The Good the Bad and Unique of Roger Moore as James Bond 43:43

2M ago43:43

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Dan and Tom decode the Good the Bad and Unique of Roger Moore as James Bond. What worked and didn’t work well? What made him a unique Bond? Listen to find out. Roger Moore helmed seven James Bond movies. Some were well-received, and others were not. He had a very different style compared to what we saw with Sean Connery and George Lazenby. We break…

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James Bond Women: Survive or die? How often did Bond fail? 1:02:14

2M ago1:02:14

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There are two types of James Bond women in the movies: those who died and those who survived. Is there a pattern here? Does it matter if James Bond is romantically involved with them? How about if he is protecting them? We know Bond fails a fair amount trying to keep them alive. In this episode, Dan and Tom examine each of the women that James Bond…

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HOPSCOTCH (1980) Decoded! 40:50

3M ago40:50

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Join Dan and Tom as they decode the 1980 spy movie HOPSCOTCH. It has a star-studded cast and is a comedy. But, is it worth a watch? Listen to find out. Walter Matthau plays the spy, Miles Kendig who has a run in with his boss. What happens next helps set up the reason for the name of the movie, HOPSCOTCH. The other lead actors for the movie include…

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BLACK BAG Review – No Spoilers! 31:15

3M ago31:15

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Join Dan and Tom as they give you their no-spoiler review of the just-released spy movie: BLACK BAG. Our goal is to give you the information you need to see if watching BLACK BAG is worth your time and money. Listen to find out what they think. BLACK BAG is a spy movie, not an action movie. What does that mean? Well, think of TINKER TAILOR SOLDIER …

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BACKGROUND TO DANGER - Decoded! 34:06

3M ago34:06

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Join Dan and Tom as they decode the 1943 spy movie BACKGROUND TO DANGER starring George Raft, Brenda Marshall, Peter Lorre, and Sydney Greenstreet. Is it worth a watch? We decode all that for you! In this black-and-white World War II spy movie, everyone wants to get their hands on an envelope that contains something strategic for the war. What’s in…

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1960s JAMES BOND POSTERS - The Hidden Gems and Sex 1:09:53

3M ago1:09:53

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James Bond movie posters are very popular with collectors. And of course, it all started in the 1960s. Join Dan and Tom as they welcome the founder and editor of 007 Magazine, Graham Rye to help decode the 1960s James Bond posters. We are very happy that Graham was able to join us. His knowledge of 40 years of James Bond that he has acquired by cre…

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How the Competition Bureau Ensures Fair Play for Small Businesses (w/Majid Charania) 30:32

3M ago30:32

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Ever feel like the big players in your industry have the game rigged against you? Find out how one government agency is working hard to level the playing field during this talk with Majid Charania, Director of Compliance & Outreach at the Competition Bureau Canada. From price fixing and bid rigging to deceptive marketing and monopolistic practices,…

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THE EAGLE HAS LANDED – Decoded! 34:32

3M ago34:32

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Kidnapping Winston Churchill during WW II is the plot of the 1976 movie, THE EAGLE HAS LANDED. Yes, the plot sounds intriguing, but is it based on a true mission? We know about failed assassination attempts on Churchill, Hitler, and Mussolini. But what about a kidnapping? Dan and Tom decode this fun spy movie. What works and what doesn’t in this mo…

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Amazon/MGM Get Creative Control of James Bond movies - Fan Reactions 19:58

3M ago19:58

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There was big news in the world of James Bond today! Amazon/MGM get creative control of James Bond movies from EON Productions. For some of us, it was our biggest fear for the franchise. For others, it is a welcome change. And still others just aren’t sure. In this episode, we start by giving you the basics of the announcement, including comments f…

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Fan-Favorite Scenes from James Bond Movies 54:29

3M ago54:29

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Join Dan and Tom as they decode the James Bond movie’s fan-favorite scenes. We know that different James Bond movie fans have their favorite movies and scenes from these movies. Not everyone likes them all. Often, we find that the first James Bond movie you saw heavily influences your reaction to the scenes. In this episode, we go through each Eon …

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Tragedy in Tahoe by Rachele Baker 21:27

3M ago21:27

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This episode features the first chapter of Tragedy in Tahoe by Rachele Baker. It is read by local actor Ariel Linn. Tragedy in Tahoe was published in August of 2023 and is available for purchase. You can learn more about the author on her website. In each episode, we share with you mystery short stories and mystery novel first chapters read by acto…

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TDE EP40 - Atari Project Manager John Ray

4M ago

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John Ray joined Atari Inc in 1977 as a hardware engineer, learning the ropes with 1978’s Fire-Truck, arguably the first truly co-op arcade game and a distinctive arcade presence due in no small part to his analogue circuitry audio. Ray was also involved with the Atari-licensed versions of Namco’s Dig Dug and Xevious, the awesome arcade version of T…

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Rachel Grant Interview - she played “Peaceful Fountains of Desire” in the James Bond movie DIE ANOTHER DAY 1:07:36

4M ago1:07:36

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Join Dan and Tom for this Rachel Grant interview. We discuss Rachel’s role as “Peaceful Fountains of Desire” in the James Bond movie DIE ANOTHER DAY and more. Rachel Grant is an actress, a mother, a travel expert, and a very high-energy interviewee. Rachel’s most famous role was in DIE ANOTHER DAY and we talk about her experience in the James Bond …

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OSS Weapons with Tom Whiteman 40:38

4M ago40:38

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Dan and Tom bring back Tom Whiteman from Legacy-Collectibles.com to talk about some of the OSS weapons that were created to help the first U.S. spy agency in WW II. We talked with Mr. Whiteman in an earlier episode where we discussed James Bond’s assigned pistol, the Walther PPK. OSS morphed into the CIA! Tom gives us the background of these weapon…

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