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Finance, But Neat
Our Pour-est Decisions
Send us BBQ chatsLearn how to access equity, calculate your borrowing capacity and connect with Alex here: https://linktr.ee/alexanderwatsonPour Decisions is the show-after-the-show where Finance But Neat gets honest. Whiskey poured, defences down, and the money mistakes we actually made before we knew any better.First up — me and Bindi. She was raised by two bankers. Her dad had her auditing her own bank statement interest before she was old enough to have anything worth auditing. She still took the credit card at eighteen and spent years on...
2026-06-26
52 min
Finance, But Neat
Unlock your equity and unleash it's potential
Send us BBQ chatsLearn how to access equity, calculate your borrowing capacity and connect with Alex here: https://linktr.ee/alexanderwatsonYou've built equity. Now what?Most Australians who bought a few years ago have quietly built up a chunk of equity — and most of them have no idea what to do with it. Alex and Bindi break down what equity actually is, why it isn't cash you can just withdraw, and the two ways to access it. More importantly:Why the question isn't how you get it out, ...
2026-06-24
55 min
Finance, But Neat
Distilled #1: Goals, Gearing & The Only Question That Matters
Send us BBQ chats Alex flies solo for the first time on Distilled — Finance But Neat's rapid-fire clarity format. In this episode he breaks down the big ideas from the Riley and Bindi episodes: why three years beats one and ten, the Two Pillars framework in plain language, what the May budget actually changed (and what it didn't), and the single question that cuts through all the noise on property decisions. Book an Appointment with AlexGet a Complimentary 30 min meeting with Riley🎙 Show home → Financebutneat.com ▶️ YouTube → @finance-butneat📸 Instagram...
2026-06-10
34 min
Finance, But Neat
Pour Decisions - With Riley Jan
Send us BBQ chatsPour decisions with Riley Jan, Hosted By Bindi Holland - where we discuss our Pour Financial Decisions and get to know our guest - all with a whiskey that Alex has chosen specifically for the guest!Book an Appointment with AlexGet a Complimentary 30 min meeting with Riley🎙️ Stick around for Pour Decisions tomorrow, where Riley tees off on a few questions over a whiskey.Follow Riley:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/riley-jan/Instagram - https://www.instag...
2026-05-29
57 min
Finance, But Neat
How Financial Planning gives clarity in the Home Upgrade - With Riley Jan
Send us BBQ chatsGet Clarity and enquire with Alex: Book an appointmentPlan your future with Riley: Book An Appointment 🎙 Show home → Financebutneat.com ▶️ YouTube → @finance-butneat📸 Instagram → @alexwatson_funded 💼 LinkedIn → Alexander Watson Funded Finance 📸 Instagram → @funded.finance 🎧Subscribe to Finance, But Neat wherever you get your podcasts.Finance, But Neat is hosted by Alex Watson, an accredited mortgage broker and director of Funded Finance. nformation shared by guests reflects their own views and expertise and is general in nat...
2026-05-27
1h 15
Finance, But Neat
Our Budget Icks.... We mean Response
Send us BBQ chatsThe budget dropped. The hot takes followed. We did something different.Three conversations with people who actually work in this space every day — a financial planner, an accountant, and a buyer's agent — to give you the honest read on what's changed, what hasn't, and what you should actually be doing about it.In this episode:Riley Jan — Financial Advisor, Cruz Financial Nothing is law yet. But the structures conversation has fundamentally changed. Riley breaks down what the CGT changes actually mean for investors, why th...
2026-05-22
45 min
Finance, But Neat
Getting a Dream Loan with your Dream Home
Send us BBQ chatsYou've bought the first home. You've got equity (probably more than you think). The kids need a playroom, the cars are getting old, and you're eyeing the upgrade. So what's the play — sell and buy, keep the first one as a rental, or something smarter?In this episode, Bindi and Alex unpack the upgrade decision properly. Not the lazy version where you just rent out the first house and stretch into something bigger. The real conversation: what your equity is doing, what your borrowing capacity will actually let you do...
2026-05-14
49 min
Finance, But Neat
Your Money Doesn't Need to Be Hard
Send us BBQ chatsWelcome to Finance, But NeatMost people don't have a money problem. They have a clarity problem.In the first proper episode of Finance, But Neat, Alex sits down with co-host Bindi Holland for a wide-ranging conversation about what "neat finance" actually means — and why so many Australians feel stuck not because the numbers don't work, but because no one's ever shown them where they actually stand.Bindi spent 16 years at CommBank — eight in branch, the rest in lending and lending leadership, before joining Funded Finance. Alex came...
2026-05-13
44 min
Finance, But Neat
A Seat at the Bar Before We Open the Doors
Send us BBQ chatsWelcome to Finance, But Neat — the show for people who already own a home (or are close to it) and are starting to think about what comes next.This isn't really episode one. It's a seat at the bar before the doors open. Alex sits down solo to talk through what this show is, why he built it, and who it's for — no co-host, no guests, no run sheet. Just straight talk.In this episode:Why finance is "served neat" — clarity over complexity, no filler or mixerA...
2026-05-01
08 min
The HelenaSips Podcast
A Drink With... Alex Watson
In episode 4 of The HelenaSips Podcast, Helena meets Alex Watson, co-founder of Renais Gin with his actor sister, Emma Watson.This is a conversation about creating a unique spirit made from ‘upcycled’ Chablis grapes that looks as good as it tastes. We hear about what growing up in France has taught him about the French concept of the Art of Living and what makes for a good life. Along the way we touch on glassware and cocktails, the family winery and how to make and epic ‘terroir-tini’.The phrase by Charles Spence I was searching for was...
2026-04-15
31 min
On the Mic with Tim Drake
Episode 236 - LIVE from WonderCon w/ Alex Watson, Matty Cardarople, Janine Hogan from DEMONETIZE
We're back! FINALLY! And what better way to kick off the first episode of 2026 than with a LIVE episode from WonderCon! In perfect Con fashion, this episode has some audio issues. Our apologies. But the show must go on! For this year's WonderCon show I decided to bring not only my dear friend and director of Demonetize, Alex Watson, but a few of our cast members as well! We were thrilled to have Matty Cardarople and Janine Hogan join us for this year's episode. Our film Demonetize is about to have it's World Premiere at P...
2026-04-06
55 min
Alex Perry On Fire
Becoming Somebody: Chocolate Watson's Path Through Trauma to Creating Purpose and Hope for Others
Aelicia Chocolate Watson's grandmother planted a seed with five words: "You're going to be somebody." But the path from childhood sexual abuse, extreme poverty, and cancer at age 9 to becoming a nonprofit founder wasn't linear—it was forgedthrough teen motherhood, domestic violence, homelessness, and learning to forgive the unforgivable. Today, as founder of Redeemed Women in South Dallas, Chocolate has transformed her trauma into purpose, impacting over 9,000 lives by providing resources, hope, and pathways out of poverty for women who see their own stories reflected in hers. Now battling stage 4 terminal cancer with limited time left, she's racing to co...
2026-01-28
1h 20
MAFFEO DRINKS: The Lab
113 | Scaling Ultra-Premium Gin: Alex Watson on Growing Renais from London's Cocktail Bars to National Retail & International Distribution
Happy 2026. This Episode is hosted by Chris Maffeo and brought to you by MAFFEO DRINKS. A Deep-Dive Analysis of This Episode is Available at maffeodrinks.com Celebrate with us our 3rd anniversary with a special 30% off forever at maffeodrinks.com/anniversary The family had been making wine in the Chablis region for 35 years. Looking at that grape pomace every harvest, Alex Watson saw what everyone else missed: repurposing it making Gin.In this conversation, Alex (who co-founded Renais with his sister Emma Watson) reveals the counterintuitive path from London's most e...
2025-12-08
46 min
Oh, Shift! Where AI Meets SaaS Leaders
Empathetic Usage of AI Ensures Less Complexity and More Efficiency - With Alex Sayyah
In this episode, host Rick Watson talks with:Alex Sayyah, CEO of Aleran Software, a B2B ecommerce platform tailored for industrial manufacturers, discusses the company's pivot from serving sales agencies to focusing on industrial manufacturers with complex sales needs. Aleran integrates AI tools, such as CPQ, PIM, and order management, atop ERP systems to streamline sales processes. Alex emphasizes AI's role as an accelerant that enhances efficiency without replacing people, highlighting internal adoption across marketing, sales, and product teams. He notes the importance of triangulating AI-generated information with other sources to ensure accuracy.
2025-10-08
34 min
Should I Delete That?
Just Us: Accidental nudity, Emma Watson and the cult of matcha
Hello, hello, hello! This week we’ve got two surprisingly similar awkwards… apologies to anyone who has been in the vicinity of either Em or Alex’s windows over the last week. We also discuss JK Rowling’s comments following Emma Watson’s appearance on Jay Shetty’s podcast. Do the Harry Potter actors have a responsibility to publicly speak out against her comments - and what is the effect of JK Rowling vehemently doubling down on her anti-trans views? And we take a moment to discuss a very serious question - is e...
2025-10-02
33 min
Adventure Diaries: Exploration, Survival & Travel Stories
Fitz Cahall: States of Adventures & Finding Yourself By Getting Lost
🎙️ Please make sure to click the 'Follow' the show - It really helps the show, Thanks!Fitz Cahall—founder of The Dirtbag Diaries and co-founder of Duct Tape Then Beer—joins me to trace a life built around curiosity, craft, and the wild. We get into the nomadic childhood that pushed him outdoors, the dog-mauling that forged resilience, discovering climbing in Seattle, and the early podcasting leap that turned unsold magazine stories into a movement. We talk States of Adventure (DK), how to choose stories that reflect a lifetime outdoors, making inclusive adventure culture, and the 50-day Sierra tr...
2025-09-18
1h 26
Stompcast
Pt 3: How Stress REALLY Impacts Your Decision-Making | Dr Shawn Watson
In part three, Dr Shawn Watson unpacks the key things that impact your brain health, debates whether we can actually multitask and reveals what he’s most excited for regarding research into decision fatigue.Plus, Shawn and Dr Alex George discuss how a sense of purpose can improve your mental wellbeing and how exercising can boost your decision-making abilities…Follow @decisionsthatcount and check out Shawn’s podcast here.Preorder Happy Habits hereFollow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The...
2025-08-27
17 min
Stompcast
Pt 2: Science-Backed Solutions to Overcome Decision Fatigue | Dr Shawn Watson
In part two, Dr Shawn Watson shares some useful tips for overcoming decision fatigue, unpacks why mindfulness is more than a spiritual practice and explains why you need to ditch your to-do list and start a decision list instead…Plus, Shawn and Dr Alex George discuss how our decision-making has been impacted by toxic productivity culture and ponder whether we have reached the limit of what humans are actually capable of when it comes to work.Follow @decisionsthatcount and check out Shawn’s podcast here.Preorder Happy Habits here
2025-08-26
23 min
Stompcast
Pt 1: The REAL Reason You Have Decision Fatigue | Dr Shawn Watson
Dr Shawn Watson is a neuroscientist specialising in decision fatigue, and is regarded as a breakthrough mind in Alzheimer’s research.We make around 35,000 decisions every day, but what actually is decision fatigue? In part one, Shawn joins Dr Alex George to unpack what happens in the brain when we’re making decisions, discusses the different neurotransmitters involved in the decision-making process, and reveals why we need to think of decision fatigue as a physical limitation - not a psychological one.Plus, Shawn breaks down the consequences of decision fatigue and e...
2025-08-25
30 min
Military Veterans Podcast
Ep 059: Mne Alex Krol - Royal Marines Veteran
Alex joined the Royal Marines Reserve (RMR) in 2001 and served for four and a half years, attaining the rank of Marine (Mne).In this episode, Alex discusses the process and his journey in joining the Royal Marines Reserve, including his time as a member of 539 Assault Squadron. During this tenure, he was attached to the United States Marine Corps and later completed jungle training in Brunei. As he was preparing to become a member of the Full-Time Reserve Service (FTRS), Alex was involved in a life-altering motorcycle accident, resulting in a wheelchair dependency for the remainder of...
2025-08-10
1h 19
The White House Pod - Dare to Dream
The White House Pod - Dare to Dream - With hilarious Actor, Casting Director and Coach, Alex Watson
The White House Pod - Dare to Dream - With hilarious Actor, Casting Director and Coach, Alex WatsonWelcome my good friend and hilarious Actor, Casting Director and Acting Coach, Alex Watson!!!! Alex shares his journey from Kent, England to the US and how his family continued moving from city to city, singing as they ran from the law. Somehow, Al ended up making his way to Los Angeles to become an actor, which not only landed him on the big screen where we have been able to work together, but also led to him casting for s...
2025-07-22
45 min
Captain Paul Watson Foundation Podcast
E48 - Alex Neubauer - Update from CPWF Ireland
In today's episode of the Captain Paul Watson Foundation Podcast, we speak with Alex Neubauer, the leader of CPWF Ireland. Alex and his team of volunteers recently hosted the crew of the John Paul DeJoria in Ireland. Alex also explains to us that there are plans for Oyster Farms in Ireland that will damage the ecosystem and hurt native oysters. He and his team are working hard to bring awareness to this potential ecological disaster. We also get a chance to talk about another campaign CPWF Ireland is planning to protect seals.Support the showhttp...
2025-05-30
21 min
The Drinking Hour: With David Kermode - FoodFM
Episode 212 - Alex Watson
In partnership with Club Oenologique - the world through the lens of wine and spirits. David chats to Alex Watson about Renais Gin, the brand he has founded with his actor sister, Emma Watson, a premium gin produced from the skins of grapes, from the vineyards of Chablis where their father is a winemaker. IWSC gold medal winning gins featured: Three Engineers Oy 3E Gin North of Eden Admiral Navy Strength Gin Karu Distillery Affinity Gin Enceladus Distilling Company Limited Astra Premium New Zealand Gin
2025-05-05
52 min
The Watson Weekly: eCommerce Strategy & News
Turning Tariffs into Tactics — Cross-Border Commerce in 2025 with Alex Yancher, CEO of Passport
In this insightful episode, The Watson Weekly welcomes Alex Yancher (Yon-cher), CEO of Passport, just hours after the U.S. government announced sweeping new global trade tariffs. With $3.3 trillion in cross-border e-commerce at stake, this conversation couldn’t be more timely.Guided by a Thomas L. Friedman-inspired prologue, we dive deep into the new frontier of Cross-Border Trade (CBT) — where data, logistics, and geopolitical tension collide. Alex shares the origin story of Passport, and why global brands like Carpe, Ogee, and Tommy John trust them to turn complex international challenges into seamless consumer experiences.
2025-05-01
57 min
The Kara Goldin Show
655 Alex Watson: Co-Founder & CEO of Renais
On this episode of The Kara Goldin Show, we’re joined by Alex Watson, Co-Founder and CEO of Renais. Alongside his sister, Emma Watson, Alex launched Renais as a luxury gin brand inspired by their family’s deep-rooted winemaking heritage in France. Renais is distilled from upcycled French wine-pressed grapes, blending sustainability with craftsmanship to create something truly unique in the world of spirits.During our conversation, Alex shares how he and Emma built Renais, the challenges of launching an ultra-premium gin, and what sets their brand apart in a crowded market. We dive into the opportunities in the...
2025-02-28
30 min
Military Veterans Podcast
Viewpoint 30: Alex Gardiner
Original Episode: Ep 030 - Maj Alex Gardiner from 10th November 2022In this Viewpoint, Alex discusses his aspiration to become a civilian photographer, with the intention of travelling to Afghanistan to gain a unique perspective on the world and potentially provide assistance in the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks, given his prior knowledge of the region’s vulnerability.Over the years, Alex had conceived several ideas for writing books, and one of these ideas finally materialized in 2022 when he published “The Devil’s Magistrate: His Past is Always Present.” In this viewpoint, he shares his insights on the journ...
2025-02-20
22 min
Financially Confident Christian
Can Spending More on Healthcare Now Actually Save You Thousands Later? My interview with Dr. Alex Watson of Admire Medical
Are you tired of feeling trapped by rising medical bills? Ralph Estep Jr. sits down with Dr. Alex Watson from Admire Medical to explore how preventive healthcare can transform your financial future. They discuss the concept of "prehabilitation," a proactive approach that not only improves health outcomes but can also save you thousands in future medical costs. Through real success stories, including a patient who eliminated insulin dependency, they highlight the tangible benefits of investing in your health today to avoid greater expenses down the road. Join Ralph and Dr. Watson as they uncover strategies to better manage your...
2025-01-22
1h 00
On the Mic with Tim Drake
Episode 220 - LIVE from Los Angeles Comic Con w/ DEMONETIZE: Alex Watson, Janine Hogan, and Terrence Kirokos
On today's episode we are coming to you LIVE from Los Angeles Comic-Con! For this episode I brought some of my Demonetize Productions team: Director and Co-Writer Alex Watson, Actress and Co-Writer Janine Hogan, and Producer Terrence Kiriokos. We were two days from our first prep week on the film and this was a great way to really get things going. This episode was recorded back in October, but since we immediately went right into production on Demonetize it's just seeing the light of day now. On the episode we talked about how the film c...
2024-12-18
52 min
Meet The Chefs
Meet the Chefs - Alex Watson on Renais Gin, the spirit market, and more
Hello and welcome back to the show. Today I am speaking to Alex Watson about Renais, the gin brand that he founded alongside his brother Emma.We covered a lot of ground in this one, speaking about Alex's background in the industry, the congested nature of the spirit market, and what makes Renais different.Be sure to head over to the website and the Instagram for more and subscribe so that you never miss an episode of the show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-12-15
26 min
Starting Small
Renais: Alex Watson (w/ Emma Watson)
In this episode I am joined by Alex Watson, co-founder of Renais—a premium gin crafted from upcycled grape skins sourced from his family's renowned vineyard in Chablis, France. Built alongside his sister, Emma Watson, Renais blends innovation with tradition to redefine sustainability in spirits. Alex shares the challenges of creating a brand that honors their family heritage, milestones like their UK launch, and their mission to craft a gin that’s as refined as the wine it comes from. Make sure to check out Renais at: https://renais.com/ Register for Starting Small...
2024-12-03
37 min
Across The Table With David Melse
Ep 170. The Evolution Of The Little Bone Broth Company (Alex Watson)
Alex Watson is the founder of The Little Bone Broth Company, a Christchurch success story that continues to grow. From humble beginnings at the local farmers market, to their current capital raise, Alex shares the whole story! In this episode, I chat to Alex about how someone starts a bone broth company, the evolution of bone broth, raising capital, navigating a product recall, working with better people, learnings from starting a business, and of course predictions for the next 12 months. Check out The Little Bone Broth Company at littlebonebroth.co.nz A big...
2024-11-17
41 min
Swift Coaches Academy: Conversations with Zenia Wood
Ep95. The Financial Secrets To Buying Property No One Tells Self-Employed Coaches About with my Mortgage Broker Alex Watson
🎙 We’re diving into…👉🏻 How to set yourself up to buy property, even if you’re self-employed👉🏻 Common myths and misconceptions about borrowing as a business owner👉🏻 Creative financial strategies that’ll make property investing possible for youIn this episode, we chat about:The big mindset shifts Zenia and Alex had to make to start investing in propertyMyths about being self-employed and buying a home, plus a crazy story from Zenia’s own journeyThe biggest lie holding back business owners from property purchasesSimple strategies to get creative with your finances, like leveraging equity and structuring income s...
2024-11-05
58 min
Adventure Diaries: Exploration, Survival & Travel Stories
Matt Pycroft: On Adventure, Curiosity, and Purpose
Please click here to 'Follow' the show - it really helps get the show to a wider audience (which I really thank you for!).🚨 Don't FORGET to Join the Adventure Newsletter Here 🚨😎It will bring more people, greater stories and more adventures for everyone.Join Chris Watson as he interviews filmmaker, adventurer, and podcast host Matt Pycroft, known for his captivating adventure films and insights on The Adventure Podcast. In this episode, Matt shares his journey from a curious, troubled youth to a leading voice in adventure storytelling. Exploring pivotal moments that shaped his career, w...
2024-10-31
1h 29
TRUcast
TRUcast 168 - Alex Peace
Alex Peace & Brian Boncher - Nothing Like Before RUFUS DU SOL - Innerbloom (Acapella) Black Box Ft. Mijangos x George Vibe - Ride On Time (SUNANA Edit) Lego - El Ritmo De Verdad (Acapella) Farina & El Alfa - DORA (Steve Andreas Remix) ATFC - Bad Habit (Acapella) Kryder, Gianluca Vacchi - Tromba Marlon Hoffstadt - It's That Time (FISHER Extended Remix) Des & Del - Flying Like A Dragon AC Slater, Scrufizzer - Night Rider Treasure Finger - Down To...
2024-08-30
58 min
The Lenko Show
The Lenko Show Ep101 - Jack Watson On GB And The Manchester Titans
Send us Fan MailYo!Welcome to 101! This week I sit down with team mate Jack Watson and we talk about the Great Britain program, his process getting to that point and his time with the Titans winning back to back National Titles. There is loads in this episode such as his biggest mistakes as an athlete, the worst thing a coach / team mate could say to him and what his team mates do / can to to really piss him off. Enjoy the episode!Support the show
2024-06-01
1h 20
Fig & Farm at Home, Decorating Home, Interior Design, Decorating Home Ideas, Home Design, Decorating Ideas Room
246 // Time for a new couch? Learn the BEST places to shop and tips for shopping with confidence with guest Alex Back from couch.com
Is the thought of shopping for a new couch intimidating? In today's episode I'm talking with Alex Back, CEO and founder of couch.com. He's worked extensively with partners such as Costco, Bed Bath and Beyond and Amazon and his work has been highlighted in many publications such as Forbes, CNN and HGTV, among others. Alex is delighted to bring his experience and authority on couches and the furniture industry to this platform, along with many of his industry colleagues who are helping him keep the Couch.com audience informed and engaged on a daily basis. Du...
2024-05-03
42 min
The Protestant Libertarian Podcast
Ep 120: Fixing Education Through the Free Market with Lisa Watson
In this episode I talk to Lisa Watson, free-market education activist and host of the School’s Out podcast for the Herzog Foundation. Lisa discusses her journey from an atheist social justice warrior leftist to a Christian and a conservative, why the progressives capture important institutions like the public schools, how the public education establishment is failing America’s students, and how free-market opportunities such as school choice, private school, microschooling, and homeschooling would be more beneficial to American students and taxpayers than the current government monopoly. She discusses the strategies for achieving a free market in education and her...
2024-04-25
55 min
The IOTICS Podcast
Alex Watson, Founder and Director of VCHRGD.
Join Ali Nicholl as he talks to Alex Watson, Founder and Director of VCHRGD.This episode is for you if you would like to learn about the potential of the EV (electric vehicle) industry, focusing on service and sustainability in its truest and broadest sense. From the beginning of an order to the manufacturing process and supply chain, all the way through to the circular economy of chargers.Alex discusses the need for 'vision' in the industry and recognition that EV is not an off shoot of the automotive industry, but an entirely...
2024-03-26
49 min
Captain Paul Watson Foundation Podcast
E28 - Alex Neubauer - CPWF IRELAND
In this episode of the Captain Paul Watson Foundation Podcast, I have a chance to speak with the leader of CPWF Ireland, Alex Neubauer. Alex and I talk about the Ireland Chapter of CPWF and some of the issues that are occurring around Ireland. We talk about many topics, including seals, octopuses, oyster farms, salmon farms, and cold water coral reefs. If you live in Ireland and you would like to volunteer for CPWF Ireland you can reach out to them through facebook. Here is the linkhttps://www.facebook.com/CPWFIreland/Here is a...
2024-03-09
40 min
The Week in Horror Podcast
Week in Horror Front Row: Alex Watson
The multi-talented Alex Watson joins us to discuss his beginnings in the industry, inspirations, the challenges of crowdfunding, and the future of horror! Follow Alex: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alex.watson.9849 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jwatproductions Check out BUNDY MANOR for free on TUBI or PLEX! Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5n6xGN7AU9iT5p8BmBX1JQ/join VISIT US: https://www.weekinhorror.com CONTACT US: weekinhorror@gmail.com FOLLOW US: https://open.spotify.com/show/0nGaMkV61ObeYSS6QySu1N?si=5b478dbcc3754350 https://www.facebook.com...
2023-12-01
1h 04
"The Cognitive Revolution" | AI Builders, Researchers, and Live Player Analysis
Synthetic Data with Alex Watson, Founder of Gretel AI
In this episode, Nathan interviews Alex Watson, founder and CPO of Gretel AI, about the company's work in synthetic data. They discuss why we need synthetic data, Gretel’s new pre trained tabular LLM that creates synthetic data on a zero shot basis, privacy techniques to prevent LLM memorization, and more. If you need an ecommerce platform, check out our sponsor Shopify: https://shopify.com/cognitive for a $1/month trial period.We're hiring across the board at Turpentine and for Erik's personal team on other projects he's incubating. He's hiring a Chief of Staff, EA...
2023-11-14
1h 20
Media Credentials
Alex Russell: Manager, Player, Talent, Tour Relations and Booking, NBC and Golf Channel
You're watching a tournament on Golf Channel, and a celebrity drops by the booth for a visit. Maybe you're watching Live From early in the week at a major championship, and Dustin Johnson or Rory McIlroy joins the announcers on set. Ever wonder who sets that up? Alex Russell is part of a two-woman team at NBC / Golf Channel responsible for contacting and booking those guests, as well as maintaining communication with golf's governing bodies. In this episode, Alex explains how it's all about personal relationships and trust. She also tells a few stories about her father, Mark Russell...
2023-11-09
45 min
Media Credentials
Alex Gimenez: Manager, Major League Operations & Professional Scouting, Boston Red Sox
As a kid growing up in Miami, Alex Gimenez dreamed of working in baseball. That dream carried him to Cornell University, where he faced a crossroad: pursuing a career in broadcasting, or choosing a path that would lead him into a front office. Now the Manager of Major League Operations and Professional Scouting for the Boston Red Sox, Alex recounts how his love for the game developed and how his entrepreneurial spirit left a legacy for aspiring broadcasters who followed him at Cornell.
2023-10-20
58 min
The Product Experience
Career progression in product - Alex Watson on The Product Experience
In this week's episode, we sit down with Alex Watson, Product Director at Spotify's Core Experience. Together, we unpack the tools and mindset necessary for anyone navigating a career in product management. We delve into the critical aspects of understanding your motivation for career progression and the unique benefits that different levels of seniority hold.Featured Links: Follow Alex on LinkedIn | The Wired Jester | 'Managing Internal Communications for Big Projects' feature at Mind The Product | Alex's thoughts on 'Self development and Career Progression as a PM in Spotify'Our HostsLily...
2023-09-13
34 min
On the Mic with Tim Drake
Episode190 - LIVE from SDCC 2023 w/ Alex Watson, Clyde Ratliff, and Christian Martin (J-WAT Productions)
On today's episode we are coming to you LIVE from San Diego Comic-Con! This year I decided to bring my producing partners at J-WAT Production, Alex Watson, Clyde Ratliff, and one of our crew members, and comic book writer, Christian Martin! I was excited to officially introduce J-WAT Productions to San Diego. Sadly, Terrence Kiriokos couldn't make it as he had a prior commitment. We had two big announcements for San Diego Comic-Con this year. We announced our feature horror film Bundy Manor would be released September 8th, as well as the new comic book...
2023-08-04
55 min
Veramed Stories
New Starter Perspectives: Alex Watson
Himesh talks to Alex Watson, Senior Programmer I, to discuss his role and how he has found his first 6 months at Veramed. Himesh talks to Alex Watson, Senior Programmer I, to discuss his role and how he has found his first 6 months at Veramed.
2023-07-13
09 min
Pinot & Pixel - der Podcast für die neue Trinkkultur
#050 Weekly Update Weinwelt JUBILÄUM👑König Charles🥃Emma Watson Gin The Rock Tequila Ferrari Versteigerung📈Weinaktien🇬🇧UK Gastrotief🇦🇺Australiens Exporteinbruch🐶Hundemarketing
Jubiläum! Stolze 50 Folgen haben wir schon für Dich gemacht. Es macht richtig Bock. Danke für den Input und den Antrieb! Ab sofort gibt es auch Infos im Screensharing, damit Du nicht nur Lukas und mich im Video anschauen musst. Viel Spaß bei der heutigen, königlichen Folge mit viel Spirituosen. Alexander Gottschalk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-gottschalk-641838223/) Lukas Scholten (https://www.linkedin.com/in/lukas-scholten/) Shownotes: (00:00:00) Jubiläums-Intro (00:04:06) Noble Rot Reservierungsgebühr https://noblerot.co.uk/ (00:06:20) Smog im Wein (00:11:51) Ferrari Charity Auktion https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2023/05/ferrari-trento-auctions-off-f1-podium-bottles-for-charity/ Auktion: https://auction.f1authe...
2023-05-06
1h 00
Coaching Outdoors
Coaching Outdoors Episode 46 - Chris Spray and Alex Staniforth, Mind Over Mountain
“I’ve always used the outdoors as my toolkit. It’s what I call my Natural Health Service and I believe everyone should have access to it.” – Alex Staniforth Alex Staniforth and Chris Spray are the masterminds behind Mind Over Mountains, a charity whose tagline “Restoring mental health, naturally” conveys their collective passion and vision. The stark realisation by Alex that it took longer to access NHS mental health services than it did to cycle and run 5,000 miles (8000km) around the highest county tops of the United Kingdom (72 days) fuelled his desire to help others access the outdoors to man...
2023-04-17
50 min
Military Veterans Podcast
Ep 030: Maj Alex Gardiner - British SAS Veteran
Alex joined the British Army in 1971 and served for 20 years; 10 years with the Royal Green Jackets (RGJ), and 10 years with the Special Air Service (SAS), reaching the rank of Major.In this episode Alex talks about joining the British Army as an officer, serving with the Royal Green Jackets (RGJ), and what it was like going through special forces selection to join the British Special Air Service (SAS).Alex also shares his time as a Squadron Commander in the SAS. He describes what it was like in Oman as part of the Sultan’s Special Fo...
2022-11-10
2h 01
Hey It Gets Better
31 - Alex Manzi: Finding happiness within yourself
In this episode, I chatted to Alex Manzi who is the host of the UK's number 1 Life Coaching podcast 'In The Moment'. After going through his own battles with Depression and Anxiety, Alex decided to start a platform to help inspire people to live with more clarity and happiness, by challenging the way they think, opening up their minds and inviting them to live in the moment. And, from that, the podcast was born. He also released his self-published book ‘The Search For Clarity’, sharing his learnings and experiences of living from a negative headspace to now livin...
2022-10-03
37 min
New York City of Brotherly Love
Episode 109 - Deshaun Watson Suspended 11 Games+Kevin Durant Gives Nets Ultimatum
Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson has been suspended 11 games in his sexual assault case following a settlement between the NFL and NFLPA. We rant about the penalty, or lack thereof, Watson is recieving. Also we review the final episode of The Captain and Kevin Durant has given the Brooklyn Nets an ultimatum. If you like what you heard, be sure to leave a like and subscribe to Get Your Game On! Anchor: https://anchor.fm/getyourgameon Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-your-game-on/id1557052968?uo=4 Spotify...
2022-08-19
1h 45
New York City of Brotherly Love
Episode 107 - Mets & Phillies on Fire+Yankees Lose Five Straight+Watson Suspended
The New York Mets have made a statement taking four out of five from the Atlanta Braves. Where do they stand among World Series contenders in baseball? Also we discuss the Philadelphia Phillies playoff chances following a five game winning streak, the level of concern with the New York Yankees having lost five straight, Deshaun Watson being suspended six games and the NFL appealing, and we look back at the lives and legacies of Bill Russell and Vin Scully. If you like what you heard, be sure to leave a like and subscribe to...
2022-08-09
1h 33
Enterprising Gen-Z
How can entrepreneurs unlock the power of content and utilise SEO correctly? Alex Lawford, Founder of The Difference Group
In Season 2 Episode 5 of the Enterprising Gen-Z Podcast I speak to Alex Lawford, Founder of The Difference Group, an agency specialising in unlocking the potential of scaleups and the entrepreneurs behind them. TDG specialise in strategy, website development, communications, content marketing, business development, social media, PR, SEO, advertising and so much more. Alex and I chat about unlocking the power of content, finding your niche and a SEO.Learn more about The Difference Group: https://difference-group.comCheck our the Enterprising Gen-Z Podcast Website: https://www.egzpod.comConnect with me...
2022-08-05
33 min
On the Mic with Tim Drake
Episode 184 - LIVE from San Diego Comic-Con 2021: Special Edition w/ Alex Watson and Emily Perry
We are finally back with a new episode! What better way to return to podcasting than with a LIVE episode from one of our favorite places, San Diego Comic-Con: Special Edition! This episode was recorded over Thanksgiving Weekend 2021 as Comic-Con International returned for their first in-person event since the pandemic began. This year was extra special to me since we were not only doing a live show again, but we were also debuting the trailer for "Bundy Manor", the horror film I spent the past year producing. Since we had the entire cast of Bundy Ma...
2022-06-22
1h 00
no Boring Stories
86 - From Independent to Inspired w Jennifer Watson
Jennifer Watson, MPT, I.M.T.,C., owner of Jennifer Watson Leadership, is a dynamic speaker and coach with a gift for intuitive and visionary coaching. She is an expert in wellness + leadership development, identity & mental edge enhancement, high-performance, post-trauma growth, movement & change adaptation, and soul-aligned living mastery. Her company elevates high performing and conscious leaders to break free permanently from their blocks keeping them stuck, develop their intuitive leadership style, and take consistent, aligned action with their deeper purpose of impact. Jennifer reminds us that the power of stories is real and that stories hit people...
2022-06-21
49 min
The ADHD Adults Podcast
Episode 33: Special Guest Episode - Tom Watson
Episode 33 of The ADHD Adults sees Tom Watson, former Deputy Leader of the Labour Party, join Alex and James to talk publicly for the first time about his recent ADHD diagnosis. In a frank and light-hearted conversation, Tom shares his diagnosis to increase awareness of the toll that untreated ADHD can cost the individual and society. From a lifetime of messy lockers and lost textbooks to being told off by the General Secretary of the Labour Party for an untidy desk, Tom shares the emotional journey required to reframe a life-time of feeling like “The World...
2022-06-18
53 min
Towards Data Science
124. Alex Watson - Synthetic data could change everything
There’s a website called thispersondoesnotexist.com. When you visit it, you’re confronted by a high-resolution, photorealistic AI-generated picture of a human face. As the website’s name suggests, there’s no human being on the face of the earth who looks quite like the person staring back at you on the page. Each of those generated pictures are a piece of data that captures so much of the essence of what it means to look like a human being. And yet they do so without telling you anything whatsoever about any particular person. In that sense, i...
2022-05-18
51 min
New York City of Brotherly Love
Episode 80 - March Madness Sweet 16 Preview+Watson to Browns+Flyers Trade Giroux
The first two rounds of March Madness are in the book and the Sweet 16 matchups are set! We recap all the action that’s taken place so far in the NCAA Tournament and preview the Sweet 16. Also we discuss Deshaun Watson heading to the Cleveland Browns, Nick Castellanos signing with the Philadelphia Phillies, Carlos Correa signing with the Minnesota Twins, Trevor Story signing with the Boston Red Sox, and the Philadelphia Flyers trading Claude Giroux. If you like what you heard, be sure to follow or subscribe to the podcast. An...
2022-03-22
1h 35
New York City of Brotherly Love
Episode 79 - Yankees Disappointing Offseason+Watson Won't Face Charges+Kyrie Drops 60
The New York Yankees have re-signed Anthony Rizzo as they miss out on Freddie Freeman and Matt Olson. We break down the signing and the impactful moves, or lack-thereof, the Yankees have made this offseason. Also, the NYC COVID vaccination private sector mandate will affect the Yankees & Mets this season. Next, Deshaun Watson won’t be facing criminal charges as the NFL offseason saw more splashes. Lastly, we react to Kyrie Irving dropping 60 in the Brooklyn Nets win over the Orlando Magic. If you like what you heard, be sure to follow or subscribe to...
2022-03-19
1h 23
Australian Lure Fishing
Gold Coast Mangrove Jack With Alex Watson
With the water now well and truly warming many Gold Coast anglers are focussing their attention on the pontoons and man-made structures. This time of year is when the mangrove jack start to fire and the action will be thick and fast. Alex Watson is obsessed with targeting mangrove jacks around pontoons and has put in countless hours into getting them sussed. Today he shares some secrets! ________________________ In the "Plus edition" of Episode 429 Alex and I talk about perfect lures, boat preparation and breaking down and fishing a pontoon properly. You can get the Plus edition...
2021-10-04
52 min
The KORE Women Podcast
How one woman experienced her career 2.0 of jumping from 20 year's of working in non-profit to working for Microsoft and LinkedIn- Mary Alex (MA)
This week, Dr. Summer Watson welcomes Mary Alex, who also goes by MA, to The KORE Women podcast. MA is an entrepreneur of a boutique consulting firm, where she works with clients to use LinkedIn to increase visibility, relevancy, and sales clout. She is a LinkedIn consultant, has worked for Microsoft as a Community Development Specialist and has a long history of working in the non-profit-philanthropies sector. If you would like to connect with Mary Alex aka MA, you can find her on LinkedIn at: MaryAlex1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/maryalex1/ Thank yo...
2021-08-17
23 min
Making Data Simple
Al and Alex Watson discuss Gretel, security, and privacy issues around synthetic data
Send us Fan MailWant to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next. AbstractHosted by Al Martin, VP, IBM Expert Services Delivery, Making Data Simple provides the latest thinking on big data, A.I., and the implications for the enterprise from a range of experts.This week on Making Data Simple, we have Alex Watson. Alex was previously a GM at AWS and is currently a Co-Founder at Gretel.ai...
2021-08-11
43 min
Making Data Simple
Al and Alex Watson discuss Gretel, security, and privacy issues around synthetic data
Send us Fan MailWant to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next. AbstractHosted by Al Martin, VP, IBM Expert Services Delivery, Making Data Simple provides the latest thinking on big data, A.I., and the implications for the enterprise from a range of experts.This week on Making Data Simple, we have Alex Watson. Alex was previously a GM at AWS and is currently a Co-Founder at Gretel.ai...
2021-08-11
43 min
New York City of Brotherly Love
Episode 33 - Aaron Rodgers Returns to Green Bay+Deshaun Watson Reports to Training Camp
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers plans to return to Green Bay for one more season. We discuss how much time Rodgers has left in Green Bay. Also DeShaun Watson reports to training camp for the Houston Texans, who reportedly are now listening to trade offers for Watson. We discuss why any team trading for the Texans quarterback is a bad idea with all the accusations surrounding him, some of which are now criminal. If you like what you hear then be sure to leave a like if possible and follow/subscribe to the podcast. Also feel f...
2021-07-28
1h 08
Coaching Outdoors
Coaching Outdoors Episode 15 - Alex and Anna-Marie
On a beautifully warm and sunny day on the banks of Loch Fyne on the west coast of Scotland, we finally managed to record our first podcast together! In this episode, we share our insights into some topics that our listeners have asked us for more detail about. Firstly, Anna-Marie covers the hugely important topic of risk awareness in outdoor coaching, and how, as outdoor coaches, we must think about it carefully. Understanding the risks that may be encountered in the outdoors, knowing our own, and our clients’ limits, and ensuring we base our contracting and...
2021-07-26
49 min
Soul Purpose Leadership
New Earth Abundance: Optimizing on this Powerful Golden Age with Alex Lamber
Alex E Lamber is passionate about raising the consciousness of our planet and uses entrepreneurship to bring this shift into manifestation. After studying at a prestigious business school in Paris and growing startups in Australia, Alex got a spiritual awakening that motivated him to use his skills to empower other lightworkers, healers, conscious entrepreneurs and heart-centered leaders. He is the host of 3 podcasts and the author of “The New Wave: Escape 9-5, Do What You Love and Make an Impact”. He organises events around the world such as the Masterminds of Conscious Entrepreneurs. We'd...
2021-06-20
35 min
Matt and Alex Sports Podcast
Matt and Alex Sports Podcast #83: DeShaun Watson, Julio Jones, Lou Gehrig Day! Trivia!!!!
Whats up ya'll! Another great episode of the Matt and Alex Sports Podcast! Matt and Alex do a whiparound with Deshaun Watson, Julio Jones, and throw some drinks around the bar! Come join!!!Check us out and SUBSCRIBE!..MATT AND ALEX SPORTS PODCASTSPORTS | PODCAST..MattandAlexShow.com.APPLE PODCAST : SPOTIFYPANDORA : STITCHERand more.....HOW TO SUPPORT OUR SHOW: INSTACART: For Free...
2021-06-10
1h 35
Machine Learning Engineered
Diving Deep into Synthetic Data with Alex Watson of Gretel.ai
Alex Watson is the co-founder and CEO of Gretel.ai, a startup that offers APIs for creating anonymized and synthetic datasets. Previously he was the founder of Harvest.ai, whose product Macie, an analytics platform protecting against data breaches, was acquired by AWS.Learn more about Alex and Gretel AI:http://gretel.aiEvery Thursday I send out the most useful things I’ve learned, curated specifically for the busy machine learning engineer. Sign up here: https://www.cyou.ai/newsletterFollow Charlie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Ch...
2021-04-20
1h 19