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Artists of New YorkEpisode 83: Eric Berryman - Called To ActEric Berryman is an actor based in New York City.Instagram and all episodes(00:00) Destiny, family roots, New York as home base(03:08) Teacher advice: New York won’t walk away(06:41) No single “artist moment,” just always knew(10:02) Childhood assembly poem and grandmother’s prophecy(13:37) Drawn to acting, TV, movies from early on(17:05) Classical-actor dreams: Shakespeare, Ibsen, Chekhov, Wilson(20:44) Loving the archive, but staying forward-looking(24:18) Why freelancing mattered: freedom to move and shake(27:56) Too many interests: loving every style and genre
2026-02-021h 32
10 to LifeThe Last Text Message She Sent Haunted Everyone | Riley Crossman
15-year-old Riley Crossman vanished one night in Berkeley Springs, West Virginia, leaving her family and community desperate for answers. As authorities pieced together the events leading up to her disappearance, chilling details began to emerge, hinting at a night that no one could have imagined. Every clue, every trace of evidence pointed to a dark story hidden behind closed doors. Her disappearance shook the town and left a lasting mark that no one could ignore….If you’re new here, don’t forget to follow the show for weekly deep dives into the darkest true crime cases! To wat...
2026-01-2056 min
Best Manager EverBest Manager Ever: SantaIn this special holiday spoof episode of Best Manager Ever, Annie Riley, host and founder of Fort Light, chats with the one and only Santa Claus!Known for spreading holiday cheer and managing a diverse team at the North Pole, Santa gives a rare interview about life behind the scenes. His direct reports, including elves and reindeer, praise Santa for his leadership, though they note he's their only manager ever ;) We will dive into Santa's leadership style, the secrets behind the naughty and nice lists, and the challenges of maintaining the Christmas spirit al...
2025-12-2413 min
She's Probably Talking to Other Guys - (SPTTOG)dancing through the year one song at a time - she's probably talking to other guys - (spttog) - by annie of the banannie diariesIn this solo episode of She’s Probably Talking To Other Guys, Annie opens her Spotify Wrapped for the very first time—live on the mic—and lets the music set the tone for a fun, end-of-year recap. From a dramatic reveal of her top artist to rapid-fire questions she answers about herself, this episode is playful, unfiltered, and full of personality.Annie reacts in real time to her Spotify Wrapped stats, breaks down her top songs and artists, and explores the assumptions people make based on music taste. Along the way, she connects her ye...
2025-12-1741 min
Best Manager EverBest Manager Ever: Top Takeaways From Season 3In this recap episode of Best Manager Ever, host Annie Riley reflects on standout lessons from Season 3.Annie discusses the six things our top manager guests have in common: high standards, clear communication, strong relationships with peers, a relentless focus on their own growth, a unique view of career management, and a human-first perspective. It’s a chance to pause, look back, and notice what makes our guests so exceptional— and then think about how to apply those lessons in your own work. Whether you're a longtime listener or just tuning...
2025-12-1720 min
Best Manager EverBest Manager Ever: Jared Erondu – Hard Mode LeadershipJared Erondu is a seasoned design and startup leader, and is currently the Head of Design at early-stage startup Span. Jared spent eight years at Lattice rising from a solo designer pulling all-nighters in the early days, to leading a 50-person design organization and serving as GM across product and GTM as the company scaled. Earlier in his career, he was a design leader at Teespring and Omada Health. Jared is known for his design mentorship and community-building, and is an active advisor and angel investor. Jared brings a calm, steady presence, especially during challenging times, a...
2025-12-1052 min
Best Manager EverBest Manager Ever: Dana Lawson - Conquering Imposter Syndrome and Fostering Team ResilienceDana Lawson is the CTO of Netlify. She’s been a technologist for decades, and was previously the VP of Engineering at Github and the Director of Engineering at New Relic, Heptio, InVision (acquired by Miro), and more. Dana has a diverse background, and served in the military. Dana's direct reports praise her for building confidence, providing autonomy support, for bringing honesty and compassion, and for sponsorship that goes beyond mentorship. In this episode, show creator and Fort Light founder Annie Riley sits down with Dana, and they discuss:How...
2025-12-0343 min
Best Manager EverBest Manager Ever: Amit Shah - Building Trust Through GratitudeAmit Shah is the COO of Virta Health, where he’s built the company from ~30 team members to over 800 colleagues working to reverse obesity and diabetes. Amit has 10+ years of experience in building and scaling entrepreneurial and high-growth healthcare organizations, with a focus on delivering financial and operational results while aligning on mission and values.Amit’s direct reports praise his ability to balance the needs of Virta’s members, business, and staff, describing him as incredibly kind, caring, driven, and a fierce protector of his team. He is celebrated for his passion, structured thinking, dedication to his...
2025-11-2648 min
Best Manager EverBest Manager Ever: Patrick Reynolds - Creating the Conditions for SuccessPatrick Reynolds is the Co-Founder and Head of Product at Office Hours, an expert marketplace. Patrick started his career as a software engineer, before becoming a self-taught product designer and making the leap into product leadership. He has worked at an array of tech companies and startups including Affirm, Sweep, and Adobe. Patrick's direct reports praise him for his exceptional thoughtfulness, noting his ability to remember personal details and small, meaningful actions that remove friction and boost morale. They describe him as a natural coach who not only sets high standards but also provides the necessary su...
2025-11-1939 min
Best Manager EverBest Manager Ever: Sophie Ruddock – Showing Up for Your Team During CrisisSophie Ruddock brings deep expertise in scaling mission-driven tech companies, and is now the COO at Empathy. Sophie was an early employee at Multiverse, where she grew with the company and ultimately became their global COO leading through rapid growth and market expansion. Sophie’s direct reports praise her empowering leadership style, her commitment to their development, and her unwavering advocacy. She hires people for their unique expertise and encourages them to bring their full selves to work, and reminds them of their value even in moments of self-doubt.In this episode, show cre...
2025-11-1240 min
Best Manager EverBest Manager Ever: Behavioral Science as a Leadership ToolIn this expert episode, Annie Riley sits down with Matt Wallaert, an applied behavioral scientist who made the leap into the tech and startup worlds. Matt is currently the CXO at Oceans, and he’s previously held leadership roles at Clover Health, LendingTree, Microsoft, frog design, and more. Matt explains why all leaders should know and use the principles of applied behavioral science– because all startup leaders are in the business of behavior change with our customers, our teams, and ourselves. They discuss specific tactics that leaders can use to influence their team’s behavio...
2025-11-0542 min
Best Manager EverWorst Manager Ever: Annie’s Scariest Manager StoriesIn this special Halloween episode of Best Manager Ever, host Annie Riley recounts the top worst manager moments of her career. Tune in to hear scary manager stories, from tales of micromanagement to vague (and unsettling!) feedback… and even Annie’s own manager missteps. There’s value in learning from the best, and ALSO from the worst! You’ll finish this episode feeling less alone, and even with some actionable lessons to help you avoid the same manager mistakes. If you’re interested in sponsoring an episode of Best Manager Ever, reach out...
2025-10-2916 min
Best Manager EverBest Manager Ever: Amy Jenkins - Context and Connection Before ContentAmy Yamner Jenkins is the Chief Operating Officer at Meadow, which is an early-stage fintech startup working to transform the financial experience for students and universities. Amy started her career as a classroom teacher, and pivoted into startups by working at NewSchools Venture Fund. Before Meadow, she had a long and successful chapter building Education Elements, and then led the partnerships team at Outschool. Amy’s direct reports describe her as an empowering leader, someone who provides useful and constructive feedback, fosters a high-trust environment, and enables team members to grow.In this epis...
2025-10-2237 min
Best Manager EverBest Manager Ever: Adam Fishman - The Right Way to Ask for FeedbackAdam Fishman is a product and growth advisor with 20+ years of experience building and leading startup teams. Adam was on the early team at Lyft, where he served as Head of Growth. He then went on to lead Product & Growth at Patreon and Imperfect Foods, before launching his portfolio career. Adam has been an advisor and fractional leader at ResortPass, Mozilla, HelpScout, Peerspace and more. He is also the creator of FishmanAF newsletter and the host of the Startup Dad podcast. Adam’s direct reports praise him for his exceptional support, trust, and empowerment, as is rec...
2025-10-1545 min
Best Manager EverBest Manager Ever: Lauren Gold - The Triple Goal: Learning, Contribution, FunLauren Gold is the Chief Customer Officer at Kustomer, an AI-powered CX platform. Lauren began her tech career at Yahoo before joining the early team at Yext, where she rose from individual contributor to SVP of Enterprise Customer Success. Lauren’s direct reports and colleagues describe her as a leader who supports without micromanaging, fosters autonomy, and creates an environment where everyone feels comfortable sharing, learning, and growing. She’s recognized for her attention to detail, data-driven approach, and willingness to jump in and help, while always encouraging her team to take ownership and develop their own s...
2025-10-0839 min
Best Manager EverBest Manager Ever: Charlie Coglianese - The Struggle is Real, But So is the GrowthCharlie Coglianese is the Chief Technology Officer at Paloma Learning, a VC-backed edtech startup using AI to improve student learning outcomes. Charlie started his career in finance, before making the leap into startups. He was the Founder & CEO of a startup called Schoolrunner, which was acquired by SchoolMint. Charlie served as the CTO at SchoolMint post-acquisition before returning to early-stage building in his current roleCharlie's direct reports describe him as a leader who invests deeply in the growth of his team. He’s recognized for his ability to spot potential, provide the right level of cha...
2025-10-0148 min
Best Manager EverBest Manager Ever: Karin Simelaro - Scale Smarter: Building Teams That Thrive at Every StageKarin Simelaro is the Chief Revenue Officer at SchoolAI, an AI platform that supports teacher and student success. Previously, Karin served as the Revenue leader at BrainPOP, Pathful, and Seesaw. She was an early employee at Nearpod, where started as the first field sales rep when the company was fewer than 30 people and around $10M ARR, and ultimately grew the business to $100M ARR and a successful exit. Karin’s direct reports describe her as open, transparent, energetic, and having high expectations for herself and her team. Her unique blend of skills positions her as a key...
2025-09-2440 min
Best Manager EverBest Manager Ever: Darius Contractor - Leading Through Frameworks and AnalogiesDarius Contractor is the Chief Growth Officer at Otter AI. Darius has had a long and impactful career in the startup and tech worlds. Prior to Otter AI, he led engineering, growth and product teams at Vendr, Airtable, Facebook, Dropbox, Bebo and more. He is also an investor and advisor in multiple companies and funds. Darius’s direct reports describe him as a master of frameworks and analogies, someone who balances detail orientation with a big-picture vision, and a manager who pushes boundaries with unconventional but memorable approaches.In this episode, show creator and...
2025-09-1746 min
Best Manager EverBest Manager Ever: Stevie Case - Empowering Leaders by Embracing Authenticity and TrustStevie Case is the Chief Revenue Officer at Vanta. Stevie started her career as the world’s first female pro gamer, and then found her way into the tech and startup world through a self-described “winding path”. Prior to Vanta, Stevie had a successful chapter at Twilio, where she started as an individual contributor and then grew to be the VP of Mid-Market Sales.Stevie’s direct reports consistently describe her as an empowering leader who excels at identifying and nurturing the unique strengths of each individual on her team. They highlight her ability to create an enviro...
2025-09-1043 min
Best Manager EverWelcome to Season 3 of Best Manager EverBest Manager Ever shares unfiltered leadership lessons and actionable advice from the most successful and beloved leaders in the startup and tech worlds. This season, you'll hear honest, insightful interviews with operators who’ve been nominated by their teams as the best manager they’ve ever worked for. And for the first time, we’re adding interviews with experts who’ve gone deep on the leadership topics that matter most to you.Each episode is designed to share actionable advice that helps you level up as a leader— almost like a seasoned mentor in your pocket and in your...
2025-09-0302 min
Wild West Deep DivesRevised Annie Oakley Part 4Send us a textHowdy and Welcome back to Wild West Deep Dives. This is our final part of our Revised Deep Dive into the life of Annie Oakley. Last week, we discussed the Buffalo Bills Wild West Show going to England, Annie’s rivalry with another woman sharp shooter, which resulted in her leaving the show temporarily… Her return, how she saved the shows hide and their return trip to East.This week, we will discuss the end of the Wild West Show, some accidents she was involved in, her later...
2025-08-0737 min
Wild West Deep DivesRevised Annie Oakley Part 3Send us a textHowdy and Welcome back to Wild West Deep Dives. This is our 3rd Episode of our Revised Deep Dive into the life of Annie Oakley, there will be one more episode next week and that’ll be the final part!Last week, we discussed Annie and Frank falling in love, her encounter with one of the most famous Native Americans in history, them joining Buffalo Bills Wild West Show, what her act looked like and a near death experience that Annie faced.This week, we will discuss the...
2025-07-3134 min
Wild West Deep DivesRevised Annie Oakley Part 2Send us a textHowdy and welcome back to Wild West Deep Dives.This is our 2nd episode of our Revised Deep Dive into the Life of Annie Oakley.Last week, we discussed the new information that was found that completely changes what we thought we knew about the early life of Annie Oakley. This week, we will discuss Annie and Frank falling in love, her encounter with one of the most famous Native Americans in history, them joining Buffalo Bills Wild West Show, what her act looked like and a n...
2025-07-2940 min
Wild West Deep Dives**NEW INFORMATION** Revised Annie OakleySend us a text***NEW INFORMATION***New information has emerged that radically alter our understanding of Annie Oakley's early life; the 1875 Shooting Match never took place... The notion that Annie Oakley began her career as a fancy shooter is also false, along with many other beliefs that have persisted for over a century!! In 2023, Shirl Kasper, the author of the remarkable biography, Annie Oakley, uncovered new information through her thorough research. Although she couldn't modify her biography, she was able to include an afterword that rectified the misconceptions held by historians, writers, society, a...
2025-07-2239 min
Tinkering Belles with Tamara RobertsonTinkering Belles - Annie - Great Race EditionDo you love German Engineering, road rally racing, International Motorsport and general Maker Shop Talk? If so, join Tamara Robertson (Mythbusters, Seekers of Science) as she revs up the fun in this all new mini-season dedicated to the Hemming's Great Race and the amazing team of Trailblazing Creators assembled by Riley's Rebuilds!As a shout-out to Race Sponsor Auto Metal Direct, this episode kicks off with a Tech Talk about Automotive Firewalls before Tamara sits down with VW Enthusiast Trailblazer and Maker Extraordinaire Annie ( @annies_vw )!Topics they cover include (but are surely n...
2025-07-0837 min
Best Manager EverBest Manager Ever: Standout Lessons from Season TwoIn this solo episode of Best Manager Ever, host Annie Riley of Fort Light takes a moment to reflect on the standout lessons from Season Two.Annie revisits the powerful insights shared by this season’s guests—from hiring people who challenge you, to seeking out dissenting views, to nurturing both personal and team growth. It’s a chance to pause, look back, and celebrate the wisdom and warmth these leaders brought to the show.Whether you're a longtime listener or just tuning in, this episode offers a meaningful recap of the themes that s...
2025-06-2513 min
Best Manager EverBest Manager Ever: Sruthi Lanka - Hire People That Scare YouSruthi Lanka serves as CFO of Public, an investing platform that allows everyone to invest in stocks, ETFs, crypto, and alternative assets, like fine art and collectibles—all in one place. Prior to Public, she was VP Finance at MoneyLion, a consumer lending platform that listed on NYSE via SPAC in 2021. Her previous career was in investment banking at the Royal Bank of Canada and technology at Goldman Sachs.Sruthi's direct reports praise her coaching and context-driven leadership approach, maintaining lean teams while investing heavily in tools and automation, fostering a metrics-driven mindset, and the importance of...
2025-06-1840 min
Best Manager EverBest Manager Ever: Asheesh Birla - Embracing Risk and Cultivating TalentAsheesh Birla is an Entrepreneur, Angel Investor and Ripple Board Member. Asheesh joined Ripple in 2013 when the team was fewer than ten people. He had a decade-long journey of building Ripple on the product team, and he continues to stay connected to the company as a member of the board. Asheesh’s direct reports admire his passion, strategic vision, and ability to cultivate a positive work culture. They praise his direct communication, commitment to personal development, and knack for making tough situations enjoyableIn this episode, show creator and Fort Light founder Annie Rile...
2025-06-1147 min
Best Manager Ever Best Manager Ever: Lauren Rhode - Grit, Teamwork & HumilityLauren Rhode is the VP of Sales at Webflow, and she’s had several interesting chapters to her career. Lauren got her start in public service, working at the Department of Defense. She also played on the national rugby team, and traveled around the world competing for Team USA. She started her tech career in product, before discovering her knack for sales. She has held prior roles at Bablestreet (formerly Vertical Knowledge) and Anaplan.Lauren's direct reports describe her as a hardworking and empathetic leader. She is known as a “machine”, while also fostering a positive team c...
2025-06-0442 min
Best Manager EverBest Manager Ever: Leanna Nazzisi - From Part-Time to Power PlayerLeanna Nazzisi is the Senior Direct of Customer Experience at Victoria Beckham Beauty, a clean beauty, cruelty-free, digital-first makeup and skincare brand. Leanna launched her startup career as a seasonal contractor with Birchbox, where she rose through the ranks to become a senior CX leader as the company scaled. She also had a chapter as a customer success leader during Zendesk’s growth stage. Leanna's direct reports praise her for fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute, highlighting her willingness to embrace change and focus on both personal and professional growth. They des...
2025-05-2844 minBest Manager EverBest Manager Ever: Amit Shah - Harnessing Energy, Gratitude & LearningAmit Shah is the COO of Virta Health, where he’s built the company from ~30 team members to over 800 colleagues working to reverse obesity and diabetes. Amit has 10+ years of experience in building and scaling entrepreneurial and high-growth healthcare organizations, with a focus on delivering financial and operational results while aligning on mission and values.Amit’s direct reports praise his ability to balance the needs of Virta’s members, business, and staff, describing him as incredibly kind, caring, driven, and a fierce protector of his team. He is celebrated for his passion, structured thinking, dedication to his...
2025-05-2147 minBest Manager EverBest Manager Ever: Liz Ludwig - Leading with Momentum and EmpowermentLiz Ludwig is the co-founder of Takes, a game for sports fans. Liz started out working in Fortune 500 companies, before moving into the startup world. She had a successful career building and scaling marketing functions at Sungevity, OhmConnect, and more. Liz’s direct reports describe her as a high-energy manager who builds momentum, trusts her team quickly, empowers them, and balances results with human connection. They appreciate her transparent communication, ability to align teams, and willingness to mentor and support even past their tenure.In this episode, show creator and Fort Light founder Ann...
2025-05-1444 minBest Manager EverBest Manager Ever: Luis Duarte - Build Your Own MoldLuis Duarte is the CEO and co-founder of Amoofy, an AI-guided storytelling platform. Luis has a rich background as a three-time entrepreneur, and a leader in philanthropy and impact investing. Luis's direct reports describe him as an amazing listener, who is able to bring a sense of calm to chaos. They praise his willingness to take on short-term challenges for long-term gains and his focus on building trust.In this episode, show creator and Fort Light founder Annie Riley sits down with Luis,and they discuss:Luis’ uni...
2025-05-0742 minBest Manager EverBest Manager Ever: Carol Mahoney - Human First LeadershipCarol Mahoney is a seasoned Chief People Officer. She’s well known for her work operationalizing the famously beloved company culture at Gainsight. She’s also served as the SVP of People and Culture at Zoosk and SVP of HR at LivingSocial, among others.Carol's direct reports praise her ability to get things done, while creating a positive culture and showing up as her authentic self. She is recognized for setting high standards and being a strong yet supportive leader, and for adapting to the needs of her team and org. In this episo...
2025-04-3043 min
Write of Passage by Vanessa RileyTime to MoveThere is a time and a season for everything.The real question is: Are you ready to move?Right now, it’s a scary time to be a Black creative. Honestly, it’s a scary time for everybody in the arts. I’ve shared in a previous episode how the Canva bots came for me — they told me that the word slavery was political and banned in their system of tools.Banning books is all the rage. Banning concepts or ideas — stopping the writer or artist at the very beginning — is unfathomable.Vanessa speaking at the Conyers Book Festival.You might say, "...
2025-04-2912 min
Write of Passage by Vanessa RileyTime to MoveThere is a time and a season for everything.The real question is: Are you ready to move?Right now, it’s a scary time to be a Black creative. Honestly, it’s a scary time for everybody in the arts. I’ve shared in a previous episode how the Canva bots came for me — they told me that the word slavery was political and banned in their system of tools.Banning books is all the rage. Banning concepts or ideas — stopping the writer or artist at the very beginning — is unfathomable.Vanessa speaking at the Conyers...
2025-04-2912 minBest Manager EverBest Manager Ever: Helen Min - Scaling Impact Through Effective ManagementHelen Min is a venture partner at True Ventures, and an investor and advisor to over 50 early-stage enterprise software and fintech companies. Helen has a notable background leading global marketing and communications at companies like AngelList, Plaid, and Quora and was an early marketing leader at Dropbox and Facebook. Helen’s direct reports highlight her genuine care for the team, her support for their growth and development, her polished approach to communication, and her ability to involve the team early in strategy and planning. In this episode, show creator and Fort Light founder Anni...
2025-04-2344 minBest Manager EverBest Manager Ever: Seif Salama - Mastering Your First Manager RoleSeif Salama is the Senior Director of Product Marketing at Fanatics. Seif previously held marketing roles at Carta, AngelList, Affirm, and more. Seif’s direct reports praise his ability to maintain high standards while ensuring the team's morale and his talent for building a diverse and talented team dynamic. They describe him as a leader who, through authenticity and open communication, created an environment where team members felt proud, motivated, and connected.In this episode, show creator and Fort Light founder Annie Riley sits down with Seif, and they cover:N...
2025-04-1640 minBest Manager EverBest Manager Ever: Hank Taylor - Unconventional Hiring, Learning, and LeadingHank Taylor is Head of Marketing at Laravel. Hank has been on the ground floor of Marketing and Rev Ops functions at Vercel, Lambda School, GitLab, Neo Technology, and more. He has also been an advisor and fractional marketing leader at several companies through his company, GrowthSprint. Hank’s direct reports describe him as an unconventional leader who cares deeply for his people, encourages creative risks, and invests in his team’s development.In this episode, show creator and Fort Light founder Annie Riley sits down with Hank, and they cover how to:
2025-04-0931 minBest Manager EverBest Manager Ever: Jully Kim - Influencing, Building a Professional Brand, and Communicating ProactivelyJully Kim is the Senior Director of Technology Excellence at Autodesk and was previously the Senior Director of Engineering Practices at Zendesk. Jully has a track record of excellence in technology enablement and engineering program management. Jully’s direct reports describe her as unique, action-oriented, extremely transparent, and deeply caring. In this episode, show creator and Fort Light founder Annie Riley sits down with Jully, and they cover: How Jully builds a unique and memorable personal brand at work Tactics for influencing effectively, especially to senior leaders Proactive communication to prom...
2025-04-0246 minBest Manager EverBest Manager Ever: Anthony Sottile - Embracing Failures and Celebrating SuccessAnthony Sottile is the VP of Partner Success at Freewill, a startup that enables free estate planning and has helped individuals commit more than $11B to charity. Anthony's direct reports describe him as down-to-earth and accessible, and emphasize his ability to lead through humor and celebration. In this episode, Annie Riley sits down with Anthony to discuss his insights on creating a transparent and honest workplace culture, celebrating team successes, and the importance of approachability in leadership. Connect with Anthony SottileConnect with Annie RileyCheck out...
2025-03-2646 min
Best Manager EverWelcome to Season 2 of Best Manager EverBest Manager Ever shares the secrets of building and leading winning teams from the most successful and beloved leaders in the startup and tech worlds. All guests have been nominated as the “best manager ever” by their direct reports. Before each interview, we collect feedback and stories from their team about how the guest *actually* shows up as a leader. Each episode unpacks that feedback and explores the guest’s leadership playbook and lessons learned. Our goal is honest, actionable conversations that help you build your own leadership playbook and serve as an expert mentor and friend in your pocket. ...
2025-03-1902 min
The Profitable CreativeUnlocking the Power of Out of Home Marketing | Charlie RileySend us a textPROFITABLE TALKS...In this episode of the Profitable Creative, host Christian Brim interviews Charlie Riley from OneScreen.ai, discussing the intricacies of out of home marketing. They explore the definition and scope of out of home advertising, the target audience for such campaigns, and the importance of creative messaging. Charlie shares insights on the costs associated with campaigns, the role of AI in marketing strategies, and the transition of OneScreen from a marketplace to a consultative model. The conversation emphasizes the need for diverse marketing channels and the effectiveness...
2025-03-0432 minBest Manager EverBest Manager Ever: Amanda RichardsonAmanda Richardson is the CEO of CoderPad, a technical interview and assessment platform. Amanda built her career in Product, and previously led the product teams and played a critical role in scaling the company at HotelTonight and Prezi. Amanda has built a reputation as a dynamic and direct leader. Her direct reports describe her as transparent, authentic, and someone who fosters trust and vulnerability within her teams.In this final episode of season one (!), Annie Riley, Founder of Fort Light sits down with Amanda to dive into her leadership principles, discussing how Amanda b...
2025-01-2241 minBest Manager EverBest Manager Ever: Namrata GanatraNamrata Ganatra, is the Chief Product and Technology Officer at Pipe. She has a notable career in tech and startups, including roles at Facebook, Coinbase, BloomTech Lambda School, PayPal, and Microsoft. Namrata's direct reports praise her for balancing technical expertise with empathetic leadership, and highlight her as a hardworking and inspiring leader with a strong focus on accountability and growth.In this episode, Annie Riley, founder of Fort Light, sits down with Namrata to discuss her approach to quickly building trust within teams, her unique strategy for managing transitions during chaotic periods, and h...
2025-01-1549 minBest Manager EverBest Manager Ever: Mari NazaryMari Nazary is the CEO of App Academy, and brings a strong background working at the intersection of product, operations, and learning science at several ed tech companies across different stages. Her team praises her as the best leader they’ve ever had, citing her strengths in systems, process, and talent development. In this episode, Annie Riley, Founder of Fort Light dives into Mari’s unique approach to building trust and rapport quickly, and how she seamlessly blends high expectations with extensive support for her team. They also discuss frameworks for assessing team member...
2025-01-0835 min
Best Manager EverBest Work Self Ever in 2025In this special New Year's episode of Best Manager Ever, Founder of Fort Light, Annie Riley dives into self-management for leaders. Drawing from personal experience and past interviews with top managers, Annie shares insights on how to set yourself up for success in 2025. Key strategies include taking necessary breaks to avoid burnout, identifying daily activities that bring joy and recharge you, preparing for inevitable workplace chaos, and investing in healthy work relationships. This bonus episode offers invaluable advice for leaders aiming to thrive in their roles and foster a positive work environment this year.Connect with...
2025-01-0115 min
Best Manager EverBest Manager Ever: SantaIn this special holiday spoof episode of Best Manager Ever, Annie Riley, host and founder of Fort Light, chats with the one and only Santa Claus! Known for spreading holiday cheer and managing a diverse team at the North Pole, Santa gives a rare interview about life behind the scenes. His direct reports, including elves and reindeer, praise Santa for his leadership, though they note he's their only manager ever. We dive into Santa's leadership style, the secrets behind the naughty and nice lists, and the challenges of maintaining the Christmas spirit all year long. Join us...
2024-12-2313 min
Best Manager Ever Best Manager Ever: Alan D'SouzaAlan D'Souza is the Director of Analytics at Credit Karma, and formerly led teams at Lending Club and Upgrade Inc. Known for fostering a culture of fun, hard work, and results, Alan's direct reports recall his empathetic and direct feedback style, along with his ability to inspire and motivate with humor. In this episode, Annie Riley, founder of Fort Light sits down with Alan to discuss his transition from startups to larger organizations, the distinction between managing small and large teams, and how he channels humor appropriately in different work contexts. He also sh...
2024-12-1839 min
Best Manager EverBest Manager Ever: Sara Romero-HeapsSara Romero-Heaps is the Chief Product Officer at Seesaw Learning. She has built her career at the intersection of education and technology, and previously led product and content at Nearpod. Sara is known for aligning her team's individual aspirations to business goals, and her direct reports describe her as a visionary and empathetic leader. In this episode, Annie Riley, Founder of Fort Light, discusses with Sara the importance of discovering where employees want to grow and identifying how that aligns with the company's needs. If you're looking to understand how...
2024-12-1139 min
Best Manager EverBest Manager Ever: Thianh LuThianh Lu is the Chief Product Officer at Autograph and is a 3x founder, with one company acquired by WordPress and another by Blockchain.com. He has a unique and well-rounded perspective on leadership, having been in the roles of early employee, later-stage executive, and founder/CEO. Thianh's direct reports praise his empowering and collaborative style, and remember him for building high-trust teams with a rapid tempo of learning and development. In this episode, Annie Riley, Founder of Fort Light sits down with Thianh to discuss the importance of specific fee...
2024-12-0440 min
Best Manager EverBest Manager Ever: Katie Corder- PaulKatie Corder-Paul is a beloved leader. She’s currently building a portfolio career, as the Head of Operations and Customer Success at early-stage startup levelheaded and the first-ever Executive in Residence at Fort Light. Previously, KCP was an early employee at Guild Education and held leadership roles in ops and customer success at Proof, Nomad, and Sondermind. Katie’s past direct reports LOVE her, and we think you will too. They praise her for being a fierce advocate for her team, a warm and empathetic leader, and a champion of diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
2024-11-2741 min
Best Manager EverBest Manager Ever: Doug HannaDoug Hanna, President & COO at Kustomer and former COO at Grafana Labs, is renowned for his expertise in customer service and operational excellence, having significantly contributed to the growth of companies like Help.com and Zendesk. During his tenure, he helped scale Grafana Labs from a team of 70 to over a thousand employees. Doug's direct reports praise his hyper-rationality, exceptional context-switching abilities, and a balanced approach to management that marries analytical rigor with empathy.In this episode, Annie Riley, founder of Fort Light, sits down with Doug to discuss his strategies for addressing s...
2024-11-2040 min
Grow A Small Business PodcastFrom 1 to 15: Brad Riley of Infostatus Shares the Journey of Growth and Team Expansion, Highlighting Valuable Lessons Learned Over 11 Years—Discover How Collaboration and Learning from Others Fueled Their $3M Revenue Success. (Episode 593 - Brad Riley)In this episode of Grow a Small Business, host Troy Trewin interviews Brad Riley, the founder of Infostatus, shares his incredible journey from starting with just one team member to now leading a thriving team of 15. He discusses the importance of perseverance through challenges and the invaluable lessons learned along the way. Brad emphasizes leveraging online resources and learning from the experiences of others in the industry. Tune in to discover how Infostatus achieved remarkable growth and generated $3 million in revenue over the past 11 years. Other Resources: NPS – An easy way to measure if your customers love yo...
2024-11-1727 minBest Manager EverBest Manager Ever: Lauren WernerLauren Werner is the COO of Shop Shops, a live stream shopping app with a talented team of 50-60 employees across five countries. She is an experienced operations executive with a record of piloting, scaling, and managing new businesses and marketplaces.Lauren is lauded by her direct reports as a stabilizing force with an unflappable presence, known for her empathy, clear communication, and methodical approach to managing and scaling distributed teams.In this episode, Annie Riley, Founder of Fort Light, sits down with Lauren to discuss her leadership strategies, the importance of maintaining...
2024-11-1336 minBest Manager EverBest Manager Ever: Sean TwerskySean Twersky is Head of Business Operations at Even Up, and previously Instacart. He has 15+ years of experience that thrives on bringing structure to even the most chaotic situations and scaling for long term success. Sean’s direct reports across various companies describe him as a bright, adaptable leader and a great equalizer who successfully manages diverse teams.On this episode, host Annie Riley, Founder of Fort Light, explores Sean's methods for helping direct reports grow in ambiguous environments, his approach to effective feedback, and how he maintains a motivating and fun team cult...
2024-11-0639 min
Best Manager EverBest Manager Ever: Brittney HallBrittany Hall is the Head of Customer Experience at ReMatter, a series A startup. She is also known for her notable work at companies like GoGuardian, People.ai and DataGrail. Over the past decade, Brittney has built a reputation for her outstanding ability to build and scale customer-facing teams from scratch. Brittany's direct reports describe her as an exceptional leader who is clear, honest, and genuinely caring. They highlight her ability to build high-performing teams and manage early-stage company challenges. In this episode Annie Riley, Founder of Fort Light, sits down with Brittney, to...
2024-10-3039 min
Best Manager EverBest Manager Ever: Zayd BadwanZayd Badwan is a founding team member and VP of Enterprise at Uplimit. Before joining Uplimit, Zayd scaled the Customer Success team at Coursera. With 15+ years of experience in learning and development startups, he brings insights from working closely with global governments and nonprofits, and industry-leading companies including Google and Salesforce. Zayd is described by his direct reports as a positive leader with a knack for building trust, making work fun, and bringing relentless energy in the face of challenges. In this episode, Annie Riley sits down with Zayd to discuss the highs an...
2024-10-2338 min
Best Manager EverBest Manager Ever: Morgane PalomaresMorgane Palomares is the VP of Marketing at Vercel, and is known for her significant roles at GitHub, Zendesk and Change.org. Morgane's direct reports praise her exceptional leadership, high standards, and ability to create a trusting and safe environment. They describe her as 'superhuman,' 'aggressive,' and 'a winner,' highlighting her unique ability to balance high demands with personal care for her team. In this episode, Annie Riley, the founder of Fort Light, talks with Morgane about strategies for setting high expectations, creating space for emotions, and fostering team ca...
2024-10-1637 min
Best Manager EverIntroducing Best Manager EverBest Manager Ever reveals the secrets of successful management and empowers leaders to build winning teams. Join a community dedicated to sharing insights and stories from the most successful and beloved leaders in the startup world. All guests have been nominated as the “best manager ever” by a recent direct report. Before each interview, we go behind the guest’s back to collect feedback and stories from their team about what they’re *actually* like to work for. Then we sit down with the guest to unpack that feedback and to dig into their leadership playbook and lessons learned. Tune in...
2024-10-0802 min
Southern Sense TalkBattle For America, Fight For Title IXSend us a text Updates and commentary on news, issues and, politics of the day, that affect our daily lives and, health of the nationSouthern Sense is conservative talk with Annie "The Radio Chick-A-Dee" Ubelis. We're informative, fun, irreverent and, politically incorrect. You never know where we'll go, but you'll love the journey!Guests:Kaitlynn Wheeler, Ambassador for the Riley Gaines Center at the Leadership InstituteNanette Holt, Editor at The Epoch TimesDedication: Police Officer Jos...
2024-09-061h 31
Todd Jason - Awaken Your Full PotentialEpisode 10: Managing Yourself before Managing Others - Annie Riley Annie Riley is a startup operator and advisor, executive coach, investor, and consultant, as well as the host of Who Got Me Here. Annie leads Fort Light, a group coaching program for people managers at startups, and consults on operations and go-to-market initiatives for various companies. Her clients include First Round Capital and Outschool. Previously, Annie was the ninth employee and VP of North America Local Operations at HotelTonight. Annie is an alum of Harvard and Stanford GSB, and recently moved back to New York after 10+ years in San Francisco. Annie loves piñatas, cold w...
2024-08-1552 min
The Rock Stops HereDigital Content Star NFL Correspondent Annie Agar and Rock Goes Back To St. LeoAnnie Agar is the hottest name in the sports world when it comes to Digital Media. She’s a content creator and she’s popular because of her videos. Annie tells Rock how it started in her home, how she left traditional media and what’s next!
Rock had an emotional walk through the campus of St. Leo University where Rock attended for his freshman and sophomore years. Rock admits he wasn’t the best student and why he feels he has some unfinished business there. Rock also noticed how jacked some MLB Players are and a whole lo...
2024-05-0738 min
ChickstoryS7 Ep 9 - Clara BartonThis week, Annie tells Phoebe all about Clara (Clarissa) Barton, an American nurse who founded the American Red Cross. She is known for her humanitarian work and civil rights advocacy right up until her mid-70s.P.S. - If you have a spare 2 mins we'd greatly appreciate it if you could leave us a review. It helps other people who might like what we do find us :-)Chick PicksPodcast: Nothing Much Happenshttps://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/nothing-much-happens-bedtime-stories-to-help-you-sleep/id1378040733...
2024-05-0131 min
Out Of LineOOL_0057 Intrinsic Motivation With Dr. Gina RileyDr. Gina Riley joins Annie Friday this week to discuss Self-Determination Theory and intrinsic motivation. Together, they discuss what types of environments, activities, and parameters can encourage young people to find their intrinsic drive. Intrinsic motivation relies on competence, autonomy, and relatedness. While it is not developed exclusively in homeschool or unschool settings, there are certain factors typically found within those settings that make it easier to access intrinsic motivation than in conventional school settings. Dr. Riley shares with Annie some antecdotes from her own atypical homeschool experience as a single working parent and how this has played out in...
2024-03-2632 min
Serialously with Annie Elise‘Quiet on Set’ EXPLOSIVE Docuseries + Missing College Student Riley Strain’s Bank Card Found & New Police VideoHeadline Highlights: Today’s episode dives into everything happening this week in true crime. From new cases to updates on existing ones and more.
A new docuseries called “Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV” was recently released focusing on child actors and some of the adult staff members at Nickelodeon in the 1990s and 2000s. The series highlights ongoing inappropriate conduct as well as sexual abuse allegations. The search for missing 22-year-old University of Missouri student, Riley Strain, is still ongoing. Riley disappeared while on a fraternity trip in downtown Nashville on Friday March 8th. On Mar...
2024-03-2142 minSerialously with Annie Elise22-Year-Old Riley Strain Missing After Nashville Bar & Joe Rogan Podcast Guest Arrested with Human Head in FreezerHeadline Highlights: Today’s episode dives into everything happening this week in true crime. From new cases to updates on existing ones and more.Riley Strain is a 22-year-old University of Missouri student who has gone missing after a night of drinking with a group of friends in downtown Nashville. He was in Nashville for the weekend for a fraternity conference. On Friday, March 8th, Riley was separated from his friends after he walked out of a bar and crossed a nearby street. And unfortunately, he hasn’t been seen since. BEAM: Get up to 40...
2024-03-1433 minSerialously with Annie Elise3 Year Old Elijah Vue Missing After "Toddler Boot Camp" Punishment & 22 Year Old Laken Riley Found Dead on Campus After JogThere is a lot to talk about today! We're going to be discussing a new case from Australia, a recent update in a high-profile murder case, Laken Riley, the 22 year old nursing student who was murdered on UGA campus and we will be discussing the missing 3-year-old boy, Elijah Vue, and the shady circumstances surrounding his disappearance.
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2024-02-2956 min
If Anyone Cares114. Annie LawSend us a textAnnie Law is a digital marketer, former podcaster/magazine editor, and a FIT graduate. She talks with us about the expectation vs. reality of living in New York City, the impact and personal connection she has with Malaysian heritage, and how she uses it in her projects, finally, she lets us learn a little bit about her as we wrap up the show talking about her hobby of painting and ceramics.Twitter/X: @RileyJamesIAC Instagram:@RileyJamesIAC@anniexjlIAC x Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/us...
2024-01-3154 min
FunUntitledSSBU Tier (Part 2) - Too Young to know Riley but Too Old love Steve - FunUntitled ListAloha SSBU Fighters! We finish our tier of fighters of Super Smash Brothers Ultimate! It's one of our favorite games and we hope to one day have it on the channel. But until then, we finish our thoughts on the other half of the fighters as this is only Part 2 of 2.
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2023-12-1531 min
Cowgirl ChroniclesEpisode 7: Annie WilkinsThe Last of the Saddle Tramps Annie Wilkins rode on horseback from Maine to California after being told she didn't have long to live. This podcast describes some of the high points and perils of her journey.
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2023-12-0625 min
Reflector ReflectionsReflector Reflections – Ep 58 – Leslie Stein – 4/1 Reflector sharing her Journey from U.S Pilot to Facilitator
Today’s beautiful conversation is with Leslie Stein, a 4/1 Reflector with the Juxtaposition Cross of Truth.
In this conversation, Leslie shares her story of finding Human Design, her upbringing and how life led her to go to the Army and become a helicopter pilot. She shares the struggles and lessons that created a lifelong inner journey and how in leaving the Army she was able to forge forward and find a career that suited, not just her design as a Reflector, but her type.
We talk into her 4/1 profile type and how she has felt th...
2023-10-031h 01
That Sounds Fun with Annie F. DownsEpisode 492: Riley Clemmons on Her Journey Through Burnout and Struggling with Self ImageWe are in a Next Gen era on the pod and I am LOVING it! Riley Clemmons and I have been friends for a long time and I think you're going to love her! Today we are talking about social media boundaries, touring, and her new album, Church Pew. This album is absolutely beautiful and I can't wait for you all to hear it!. . . .Subscribe to Let's Read the Gospels with Annie F. Downs HERE.Go to https://anniefdowns.com/gospels to purchase your September Reading Plan or Let’s Read the Gospels Guid...
2023-09-211h 05
Movie MavensEp. 116 - Sorry to Bother You, but They Cloned TyroneSend us a textThis double feature is all about Afrofuturism. The Mavens chat Netflix's They Cloned Tyrone & Boots Riley's Sorry To Bother You. 22:49 - They Cloned Tyrone44:15 - Sorry to Bother You Instagram @moviemavens@annie_jaynes@blujeanbabieSupport the showFollow us on Instagram @moviemavensWrite us an email at moviemavenspodcast@gmail.com
2023-08-181h 02
Cowgirl ChroniclesEpisode 2: Annie OakleyAnnie Oakley is a household name as an internationally renowned shooter. This podcast digs into her story from childhood, through her time with Buffalo Bills Wild West show, to the end of her days through her own words.
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2023-06-0635 min
As I Was SayingRed flagsThis week I'm so excited to bring another guest onto the pod! My dear friend Riley and I dive into the concept of red flags. For awhile the phrase "red flag" has been thrown around to highlight potential "flaws" or "dislikes" about someone. Lately, I've also wondered how impactful red flags have on people's relationships. If someone has a specific "red flag", is that a make or break situation? Can you look past a red flag? Riley and I also chat about those questions and our thoughts on if there's a difference between "red flags" that you notice and...
2023-05-1831 min
Pickleball CHIX Pickleball PodcastPickleball PRO - Brendon Long - PPA SELKIRK Men's Doubles GOLD- with Tyson McGuffinPPA bubly Pickleball Tournament, MLP Draft and Interviews with Pickleball Pro's & Owner'sBring me the next shiny new thing. The pickleball CHIX are obsessed with America's fastest growing sports pickable. Get ready for on and off the court hot topics, lots of last cocktails and champagne with your hosts, Annie and Rebecca. Today’s “Word of the Day” you now what to do when you hear the word of the daypartnerToday’s In the Kitchen Cocktailpickleball CHIX SipperWhat's in the cocktail?Champagn...
2023-04-1234 min
Who Got Me HereJob Searches: How To Uncover New OpportunitiesKicking off a job search can feel overwhelming. It takes motivation to put yourself out there, and it’s emotionally draining when you don’t know where to go next. The good news is there are simple techniques to surface new opportunities and set yourself apart from all the other applicants. Who Got Me Here is a podcast about connections, career building, and relationships. In this episode, Annie and Jamie will share advice on tapping your network, making great asks, and acing the interview. If you know someone who has been laid off or is coming to you for care...
2023-04-0543 min
Pickleball CHIX Pickleball PodcastPickleball Gratitude - the art of being thankful!This is the season of gratitude! Bring me the next shiny new thing. The pickleball chicks are obsessed with America's fastest growing sports pickable. Get ready for on and off the court hot topics, lots of last cocktails and champagne with your hosts, Annie and Rebecca. This is the Pickleball CHIX second episode of the Pickleball Diaries where fun and laughter abounds, while the CHIX celebrate gratitude during this Thanksgiving season. We have so much to be thankful for, and thank you all for your interest in following us, sharing with us and...
2022-11-2322 min
Life and Money ShowSpreadsheets Mastery And How It Relates To Underwriting with Riley MetcalfHuge benefits when doing real estate investingThe 3 main aspects of underwritingIs it possible for two individuals to underwrite the same deal?Why you need to select good property managers The Life & Money Show Spotlight:Your Life & Money: What is one thing you're doing to live a meaningful and intentional life by design?Other’s Life and Money: What is one life or money hack that you can share that will make an impact in others’ lives right now? Life & Money in the World: What’s the one thing you’re doing right now to make the world a be...
2022-07-2819 min
John Riley ProjectDaylight Savings, Ukraine, Tatis, Poway NewsDaylight Savings Time is Whack
The US Senate just approved making daylight savings time permanent for the entire nation. Will the House pass it? And what’s the deal with the California vote in 2018 to end this clock changing nonsense? I’m tired of the twice a year clock change, are you?
Ukraine and the New McCarthyism
Hosts on The View want the government to investigate Tucker Carlson and Tulsi Gabbard for “spreading false Russian propaganda. What ever happened to free speech and freedom of the press? We take a closer look at the Uk...
2022-03-171h 32
Tell No OneDolphin LadyIn this baby episode, Kendell informs Annie about the kind of science they were doing in the 70s.Sources: The Guardian - Christopher Riley The Atlantic - Polly Mosendz Support the show
2022-01-2115 min
GoalChatConversation on 2022 Goals with Julie Riley, Annie P Ruggles, and Jennifer WatsonOn this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling celebrates the start of 2022 - and 2022 goals - with Julie Riley, Annie P Ruggles, and Jennifer Watson. Julie Riley is Social Media Manager at StreamYard, Annie P Ruggles is the Founder & Dean at The Non-Sleazy Sales Academy, and Jennifer Watson is Senior Social Media Manager at ActiveCampaign, as well as a meteorologist. As the group talks about wins, goals, and tips for success, this heartfelt, supportive conversation becomes a cross between the Weather Channel, HGTV, and Hallmark. Learn more about your...
2022-01-061h 07
Fain House Radio: Creative Living Podcast19: Your practicing is hidden in your playing w/ Riley BaugusHailing from Walkertown, NC Riley Baugus has had all kinds of amazing experiences because of his banjo, everything from being part of the musical line-up for film Cold Mountain, to touring with Willy Nelson, to meeting his wife in England. When he was a kid, making things meant they had things...all the way down to his first banjo he and his dad made together around age 10. He reminds us that making mistakes can actually be fun and that if you worry too much it can be detrimental to your cause. It makes it harder to learn things if...
2021-09-2851 min
2021-06-1015 minModern Mystery School UK & EUHot Stuff with Julia Tiffin & Annie RileyDr Kate Bartram Brown interviews Julia Tiffin and Annie Riley, who talk about passion.
2021-05-2430 min
Your Attention PleaseAnnie Bercy Directs Her NarrativeDirector and photographer Annie Bercy has been creating in film since the days before selfies, and in this past year has produced work for artists such as Cardi B, SZA, and Ciara. For this episode, Annie sat down with Kimberly Drew to talk about motivation, faith, and her new short Riley, produced in collaboration with Hulu for Your Attention Please. Riley tells a story of Black girlhood, hair, beauty, and becoming, all inspired by Annie’s personal experiences.
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2021-05-0430 min
Health ConsciousEHR's and Social Determinants of Health - Annie Riley and Gillian Murphy, EpicCOVID-19 has underscored the importance of proactive healthcare in disease management in front of the public eye. Join us this week as we chat with Annie Riley and Gillian Murphy about what it's like to work for Epic Systems and how the company is positioning itself to be on the front lines of helping health systems understand and consider the social determinants of health in the care they provide.
2021-04-1925 min
Southern Sense TalkOrgan Harvasting and Gun Confiscation, The Spread of Communism TodaySend us a textSouthern Sense is conservative talk with Annie "The Radio Chick-A-Dee" Ubelis, and Curtis "CS" Bennett, co-host. Informative, fun, irreverent and politically incorrect, you never know where we'll go, but you'll love the journey! Southern-Sense.comMitchell Nicholas Gerber of StopOrganHarvesting.org is sponsored by Falun Dafa Association of Washington, D.C., a non-profit and volunteer-run organization. Falun Dafa, also called as Falun Gong, is a spiritual practice rooted in ancient Chinese culture. It consists of meditative exercises and a moral philosophy based on the principles of Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance. https://faluninfo.net/Glen Caroline is a...
2021-04-023h 03
Self-RegardHi 2021Happy New Year! A few notes...“I once heard Pema Chodron explain that no emotion lasts longer than 90 seconds. You heard that right: no emotion we feel lasts longer than a minute and a half if we let it run its course without interference. Emotions, the result of chemical response to a thought, appear, intensify, de-intensify, and subside: and they do this in less time than it takes to microwave a frozen burrito. What prolongs them isn’t emotional wiring gone awry but the stories we lay on top of them that keep our brains dumping more...
2021-01-0123 min
Talking DubsThat One Where We...Look at Each Other 11/20/20Talking Dubs 11/20/20
Who is this?
Feedback
Where is this?
The week that was.
Turkeys and KFC
When is this?
FFA News
Lauren, Annie, Peyton
Why is this?
Quotes
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Mr. Arthur learns about Khalid.
2020-11-2000 min
TRASHFUTUREQ Dawn: Wellness Baz Rides Again feat. Annie KellyThe rare Full Cast Configuration of Riley (@raaleh), Milo (@Milo_Edwards), Hussein (@HKesvani), Nate (@inthesedeserts), and Alice (@AliceAvizandum) joins Annie Kelly (@AnnieKNK) of the QAnonAnonymous Podcast to discuss the rise of British Q. Annie attended a Q-themed protest recently and got the real scoop on how British minds are parsing the Q Drop. It doesn’t sound good!
We also have an interview between Riley and Darran McLaughlin (@McDarran) from Momentum on the topic of his organisation’s new push to organise tenants’ unions. If you’re a Momentum member and want to help out, you can sign up...
2020-09-081h 34
Secret Artists with Annie McGrathJack BarryJack Barry doing art and chatting to Annie McGrath. Secret Artists is a podcast hosted by comedian and artist, Annie McGrath. Each week her guest selects a subject which inspires them to create an artwork... It could be an object, a place, a person, an animal... Whilst drawing and painting, Annie and her guest enjoy a nice chat. Often silly. Sometimes serious. Mainly relaxing.https://supporter.acast.com/secretartistsTo see them painting, close ups of the "works of art" and more behind the scenes go to the Secret Artists Instagram:@sec...
2020-09-0342 minModern Mystery School UK & EUAnnie Riley talks life over 50Dr Kate Bartram Brown interviews Annie Riley, who talks about life over 50.
2020-08-2733 min
Southern Sense TalkAmerica, Worth Keeping The Republic?Send us a textSouthern Sense is conservative talk with Annie "The Radio Chick-A-Dee" Ubelis, as host and Florida State Rep. Mike Hill as guest co-host. Informative, fun, irreverent and politically incorrect, you never know where we'll go, but you'll love the journey! Southern-Sense.comGOP Segment Pastor Darrell Scott an American pastor and a member of President Donald Trump's executive transition team. He is a co-founder of the New Spirit Revival Center in Cleveland Heights, Ohio.Sandra Lee, author of Dear Donald, Letters From a Loving Deplorable https://www.deardonaldbooks.comBill Muckler,Commentator, Veteran, Author and Radio Host. http...
2020-06-193h 00