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Insider Interviews with E.B. MossInsider Interviews with E.B. MossBehind the Billboards: Inside OOH Innovation with billupsOut-of-home advertising isn’t just about billboards anymore. With data-driven targeting, creative innovations, and deep measurement capabilities, the OOH industry has transformed into a sophisticated media channel that deserves a bigger seat at the table. In this episode of Insider Interviews, I got to explore the great outdoors with David Krupp, Global CEO of Billups, and Jaime Byrdak, CEO of North America, to go beyond the boards and explore how out-of-home (‘OOH’ and ‘DOOH’) is making an undeniable impact on today’s media mix. David and Jaime bring decades of experience in the industry, having worked toget...2025-02-0400 minDigital & DirtDigital & DirtBen Billups - Co-Founder, BillupsIn Episode 12 of this season’s Digital and Dirt podcast, Ian welcomes Ben Billups, Co-Founder of global Out of Home advertising company, Billups, to discuss the growth of his forward-thinking OOH agency and how his leadership philosophy centers on the value of people.2024-11-2747 minIT JUST MAKES SEN$EIT JUST MAKES SEN$EBad, Bad Bears & Giving Up on Tua & Treat Yourself A Round of Sausage & Big Dude Bachelor Party & RIP Brian Wheeler, Ben Herbstreit0:00 — Welcome! Returning from a bachelor party from the great Commonwealth of Virginia; guys were able to bet on college… and they didn’t win a single bet; Peter did the most manly thing he’s ever done17:55 — RIP Brian Wheeler and Ben Herbstreit 29:20 — NCAAF week in review: Oregon Ducks win, but don’t cover; Heisman Trophy frontrunners38:20 — CFP rankings discussion: How 12-team playoff makes everything more interesting; will the committee put in a 3-loss team into the CFP? 58:55 — Bears fire OC Shane Waldron… missing the point of what the real problem is; writing has been o...2024-11-141h 38re:Brandre:BrandUMC Leaders on Future of the Denomination Part 2In part two of our special series, Rev. Rachel Billups, Rev. Matt Rawle, and Rev. Daniel Ogle dive even deeper into the challenges and opportunities of leading in today’s church. We explore how to balance innovation with rest, resist hustle culture, and navigate tough conversations within the evolving landscape of the United Methodist Church. If you missed part one, be sure to check it out for the full context!2024-10-1541 minre:Brandre:BrandUMC Leaders Speak on Future of the DenominationWelcome to part one of our two-part series featuring Rev. Rachel Billups, Rev. Matt Rawle, and Rev. Daniel Ogle! In this episode, we explore the evolving landscape of ministry post-pandemic and post-disaffiliation. Our guests share insights on how pastors are navigating these uncertain times with adaptability, creativity, and a renewed focus on mission. Whether you’re a church leader or someone curious about how the church is responding to change, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom and inspiration.Stay tuned for part two, where we’ll dive even deeper into topics like balancing innovation with rest, over...2024-10-0833 minThe Orbit Marketing PodcastThe Orbit Marketing PodcastBen Billups: Why Every Business Needs To Start a NewsletterBen Billups is the Founder of NOBLE Digital. NOBLE Digital is an email and SMS provider for ecommerce brands, focused on scaling owned audiences and driving revenue growth.In this episode, Ben discusses how newsletters are a powerful, long-term tool for nurturing leads, building trust, and driving conversions across various stages of the marketing funnel.Chapters:00:00 - The Power of Newsletters in Nurturing Leads02:57 - From Hair Extensions to Email Marketing08:59 - The Difference Between Email Marketing and Newsletters14:49 - Building Trust Through Newsletters2024-09-1648 minHuman TogetherHuman TogetherS2, E5: Choosing to Stay with Sara BillupsContinuing our series on belonging, Sarah and guest Sara Billups dive into the notion of staying put—both to a geographical location but also to the church. Sara shares pieces of her own story as they ask: how does attaching ourselves to places and people affect our sense of belonging? Where and how might God be inviting us to stay?Find episode notes and additional essays on the communal life at Human Together or say hello to Sarah on Instagram.Connect with Sara Billups at Bitter Scroll on Substack.Human Together is written an...2024-09-0500 minDo Good WorkDo Good WorkLeveraging The Power of Newsletters with Ben BillupsIn this podcast episode, I talk with Ben Billups, founder of Noble and an expert in performance marketing. Ben shares insights from his experience, discussing the resurgence of email newsletters and the importance of owned audiences. He explains Noble's innovative strategies in both B2B and e-commerce spaces, his unique approach to fulfillment and client relationships, and his mental models for decision-making. Ben also touches on the importance of iterating quickly based on feedback loops for business success. If you want to leverage email newsletters to enhance your marketing efforts and achieve remarkable growth, this episode is for you. 2024-07-1533 minThe Be Unbound PodcastThe Be Unbound PodcastBen Billups: Growth Requires Being UncomfortableWe're very excited to welcome back Unbound alum and former host of the Be Unbound Podcast Ben Billups to share his unique insights on learning, growth, and resilience. From the self-driven faith instilled by his parents, he reflects on his career journey from freelancing and filmmaking to founding Noble, his current company. Ben discusses intentionally seeking out discomfort and the importance of setting goals that align with becoming the type of person capable of achieving them. We also pick Ben's brain about building an "antifragile" mindset and grounding his hope in more than blind optimism.  03:20 Ben's Journey an...2024-07-0338 minHow to Scale an Agency 🚀How to Scale an Agency 🚀How FWD Added $100,000 MRR in 5 Months Working With 8 Figure Agency (Jordan Ross Interview)Ben Billups has one of the best offers on the marketplace: a newsletter growth service.In 5 months, we launched this service and scaled to over $100,000 MRR.Listen here to learn how he did it. 2024-06-2423 minWhat\'s Working in EcommerceWhat's Working in EcommerceThe Most Effective Email and SMS Marketing Strategies for Ecommerce with Ben BillupsIn this podcast episode, Eagan Heath interviews Ben Billups, who shares his expertise in email and SMS marketing for ecommerce.    Ben discusses the importance of list growth, optimization, and compliance, and introduces the "infinity messaging model" for promotions.    He details the impact of spam complaints on sender reputation and the use of identity resolution tools for non-opt-in email lists.    Ben highlights the need for compliance with regulations like CCPA and CAN-SPAM.    For help with paid social, paid search, or email automation, check out our agen...2024-05-2139 minWhat\'s Working in EcommerceWhat's Working in EcommerceThe Most Effective Email and SMS Marketing Strategies for Ecommerce with Ben BillupsIn this podcast episode, Eagan Heath interviews Ben Billups, who shares his expertise in email and SMS marketing for ecommerce.    Ben discusses the importance of list growth, optimization, and compliance, and introduces the "infinity messaging model" for promotions.    He details the impact of spam complaints on sender reputation and the use of identity resolution tools for non-opt-in email lists.    Ben highlights the need for compliance with regulations like CCPA and CAN-SPAM.    For help with paid social, paid search, or email automation, check out our agen...2024-05-2139 minRetain: The Customer Retention PodcastRetain: The Customer Retention PodcastEmail & SMS Guru: Dominating the Wild West of Email Marketing, The Power of User-Generated Content & Why Your Email Marketing Campaigns Aren’t WorkingIn this Retain: The Customer Retention Podcast episode, Lauren DeSouza talks with Ben Billups, founder of NOBLE, a leader in the email marketing industry. Join them as they discuss actionable tactics for email & SMS deliverability, like finding your local maximum, how to stay on top of future industry updates, explain why some email marketing campaigns fail, and analyse the power of user-generated content. Ben is a two-time founder who has generated $26M+ in email & SMS revenue. At his company, NOBLE, for two years Ben has been leading the email and SMS marketing industry with a healthy mix of a...2024-05-1426 minMuch Love PodcastMuch Love Podcast38 | Crafting a Stellar Email List for Your Business with Ben BillupsBen Billups, email marketing expert and founder of Noble Digital, joins Nate Ruben on The Much Love Podcast for a deep dive into building a thriving business in 2023. From a heated Twitter debate on the value of labor to actionable strategies for leveraging email marketing, Ben shares his insights on navigating the ever-changing business landscape. Discover how Ben went from marketing generalist to email mastermind, the importance of taking action and embracing calculated risks, and the secrets behind building a high-performing team. He also opens up about his personal journey, the role of Jiu-Jitsu in maintaining balance...2024-05-0645 mineCommerce Marketing PodcasteCommerce Marketing PodcastDriving Sales Through Effective SMS and Email Campaigns - with Ben BillupsHead over to Leadfeeder.com and sign up for a 14-day (no strings attached) free trial! Ben Billups, Founder of NOBLE Digital, boasts a decade-long career in performance marketing, emerging as a trailblazer in the field. NOBLE is the world’s fastest-growing email and SMS service provider for ecommerce brands and digital publishers. His expertise has propelled the company to redefine industry standards, leveraging a unique blend of technical proficiency and creative strategies. In this episode, you will learn The evolution of the  landscape of email and SMS marketing evolve for ecommerce brands over the...2024-04-0834 minStars shine brightly: basketball star’s legendary journeyStars shine brightly: basketball star’s legendary journeyIn the first round of 2003, McGrady averaged 3275 per game but still lost What are the statistics for Billups and Big BenIn the first round of 2003, McGrady averaged 3275 per game but still lost What are the statistics for Billups and Big Ben2024-03-2502 minStars shine brightly: basketball star’s legendary journeyStars shine brightly: basketball star’s legendary journeyIn 2004, the Pistons won the championship, with Billups averaging 16 points, 3 rebounds, and 6 assists per game, while Big Ben and HamiltonIn 2004, the Pistons won the championship, with Billups averaging 16 points, 3 rebounds, and 6 assists per game, while Big Ben and Hamilton2024-03-2503 minMake Each Click Count Hosted By Andy SplichalMake Each Click Count Hosted By Andy SplichalEmail Marketing Guaranteed to Work with Ben BillupsPodcast Episode 191 of the Make Each Click Count Podcast features Ben Billups, founder of NOBLE agency, a mastermind of email and SMS marketing strategies for e-commerce brands.In this episode, Andy and Bill delve deep into the ever-evolving digital landscape, discussing the cautious use of AI in content creation and targeted promotions. They navigate the strict waters of SMS privacy laws and how to maximize its distinct high open rates without overwhelming your customers.As they explore best practices in email and SMS, Ben breaks down segmentation strategies that distinguish between prospects, existing customers, and...2024-03-1538 minEcommerce OptimizersEcommerce OptimizersLeveraging Email for Superior Customer Engagement and Revenue Growth - with Ben BillupsIn this episode, we had the privilege of speaking with Ben Billups from Noble Digital, a seasoned expert in digital marketing with a profound understanding of direct-to-consumer and B2B e-commerce strategies. Broadcasting from Austin, Texas, Ben shares his unique insights into the transformative power of targeted email and SMS marketing strategies designed to significantly enhance customer engagement and drive revenue growth. Discover the secrets behind: Crafting an intuitive and frictionless online shopping experience. Harnessing the untapped potential of email and SMS marketing to build a loyal customer base. Implementing strategic list growth techniques and automation...2024-03-0550 mineComm Chats Happy HoureComm Chats Happy HourHow to Grow with SMS ft. Ben Billups from Noble DigitalSMS has become what email marketing used to be for eCommerce brands - a trusted, high-response rate channel that, when used correctly, can boost all of the important metrics for D2C brands. Ben Billups joins the pod to tell us how it works.2024-02-2736 minHow to Scale an Agency 🚀How to Scale an Agency 🚀How Ben Billups Is Getting 3k Subs/mo On His Newsletter (Jordan Ross Interview)Google email regulations are changing February 2024.Ben Billups has the solution for your business.I brought him on to learn how he is growing newsletters so quick and if I should be doing this as wellIf you are curious around newsletter growth in 2024, you will want to listen to thisThanks so much for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to How to Scale an Agency? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us on iTunes and leave us a review!2024-01-0122 minThe Marketer ShowThe Marketer ShowHow Ben Billups grew an eCommerce brand’s email list to 1.2M subscribersIn today’s episode, I spoke with Ben Billups about growing new email lists from scratch, and existing email lists into multi-million dollar cash machines. Ben is a 2X startup founder and has done over $26M in Email & SMS Revenue.Here’s what you’ll learn:How to grow a new email list completely from scratchHow to think about scaling revenue as your list growsCommon myths about email marketing you shouldn’t believe2023-12-2721 minDrum and DrummerDrum and DrummerThe N.A. List (Matt Billups)Curtains up! This week we are joined by Matt Billups. After graduating from the Brit School, Matt quickly found himself playing in the band for X-Factor winner Joe McElderry which then led on to the touring show of Joseph. Since then he’s been a regular in the theatre world touring the UK, Europe and depping in the West End. We chat about his career, what it’s like to play in the theatre, the gear required (lots of percussion), prepping for the West End, coping with long tours, a chance meeting with Dennis Chambers, the dreaded ‘never again’ list and...2023-02-161h 07In The Black PodcastIn The Black PodcastESPN's Ben Watson Walks Off Set After Altercation With Colleague - Kyrie Irving Returns To Brooklyn Nets After Suspension | ITBP S6E35in this week’s episode we’re joined by marketing and communications strategist, Vernon Blanson (@iopine11) and Al Billups (@algernonsoctober), contributing writer at Plastiq Magazine (@plastiqmag)  We discuss how Deion Sander (@DeionSanders) has brought swagger and and sense of pride back to the SWAC, and HBCU football.   But with rumors of his departure ramping up we ask; is now too soon?  And what will the aftermath be for HBCU football if he leaves?  Also, recently ESPN college football analyst, Ben Watson (@BenjaminSWatson) got in to an altercation with fellow analyst Peter Burns, that has many people comparing it to Will Smit...2022-11-261h 08Busted Bucket Podcast: A Portland Basketball PodcastBusted Bucket Podcast: A Portland Basketball PodcastBlazers vs Timberwolves/Suns, New Starting Lineup, Larry Nance Comparisons, Value of Nurkic, Chauncey Billups, AND MORE!The Portland Trail Blazers lose to the Minnesota Timberwolves and Phoenix Suns Larry Nance Jr. gets compared to Ben Simmons or Draymond Green Chauncey Billups tinkers with a new starting 5 What is the value of Nurkic? Giving Props AND MORE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2021-12-1534 minUnbiased TrailBlazers PodcastUnbiased TrailBlazers PodcastEp.25 Ben Simmons Trade Again???? Defensive Issues RantIn this episode we talk about reports that Lillard is unhappy, Ben Simmons trade again, other trade ideas, and statements Billups made. We also get fired up about our defensive issues. Podcast on our beloved Portland Trailblazers. Join the Discord Server so you can join in and give us takes and questions discord.gg/vVHAkcxncB Follow on Twitter twitter.com/UnbiasedBlazers Business inquiries: unbiasedblazerspod@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unbiasedblazers/support2021-12-0753 minLAKERS LAND PODCASTLAKERS LAND PODCASTDAMIAN LILLIARD WANTS BEN SIMMONS IN PORTLAND | MOVE N PICK MONDAYDAMIAN LILLIARD IS REPORTEDLY INTERESTED IN PLAYING WITH BEN SIMMONS IN PORTLAND DESPITE RUMORS THAT LILLIARD AND OTHER PLAYERS ARE GROWING FRUSTRATED WITH NEW COACH CHAUNCEY BILLUPS. HOST SEVEN MITCHELL REACTS. For BEST OF SEVEN Merch and more click : https://linktr.ee/bestofsevensportstalk2021-12-0611 minPhilly Take with RB: A Philadelphia 76ers (Sixers) PodcastPhilly Take with RB: A Philadelphia 76ers (Sixers) PodcastBen Simmons' & Doc Rivers' Relationship Is Damaged & Sixers View Him As The Path To Damian LillardAccording to Kyle Neubeck of The Philly Voice, the relationship between Ben Simmons and Doc Rivers suffered significant damage that some believe is irreparable despite the Sixers public defense of Simmons. Also, Zach Lowe of ESPN said that one reason trade talks haven't gone far is that the Sixers likely view Simmons as their path to Damian Lillard. In other news, Blazers new head coach Chauncey Billups made an interesting comment that you don't want to miss. #Sixers #BenSimmons #DocRivers #DamianLillard #ChaunceyBillups Philly Take with RB Merch Store: https://philly-take-with-rb.creator-spring.com/ Subscribe to Philly...2021-08-1212 minHardwood Knocks: An NBA PodcastHardwood Knocks: An NBA PodcastChauncey Billups, Becky Hammon, Damian Lillard's Future, CJ McCollum Trades, Blazers Offseason OutlookTara Bowen-Biggs (@tcbbiggs) from the We Have A Take podcast returns to Hardwood Knocks to discuss the Portland Trail Blazers' complicated offseason and the terrible start to which it's off. First, Tara and Dan talk about the decision to hire Chauncey Billups, Neil Olshey's tactlessness, the tokenism of Becky Hammon, and the message this all sends to the fanbase. After that, they get into Damian Lillard's future and what a Dame trade could look like; Jusuf Nurkic's value; Norman Powell's free agency (and dogs!); C.J. McCollum trades; other potential Blazers trades; free-agency targets; Derrick Jones Jr.; Robert Covington; and...2021-07-051h 29SpursTubeSpursTubeTeam USA Roster Set | Ben Simmons & Spurs Fit | Spurs Draft Interviews | Hammon Dodges PortlandUSA Mens Basketball team for Tokyo Olympics is set! Let take a look at whats to expect from this squad and possible starting line-ups! Ben Simmons has been in every NBA teams fans mouth about a possible trade. I will give you my take on the fit.  The Spurs have had pre draft interviews with potential draft picks! Portland went with Chancey Billups at the Head Coach spot, what does that mean for Becky Hammon? All this and more!  Want to get you question on the show? Check OUt the info below! #usamensbasketball # olympics #tokyoolympics...2021-07-0246 minPick a SidePick a Side#96 Potential NBA Blockbuster Trades, Clippers Comeback, Billups Backlash, and Pippen vs PhilThe Clippers led by Paul George have been giving the Suns a hell of a fight. Can they comeback? We debate that while also talking about potential NBA blockbuster trades. This includes names like Damian Lillard, Ben Simmons, Colin Sexton, and Pascal Siakam. We also debate whether the backlash Chauncey Billups has been receiving is warranted, and Scottie Pippen calling Phil Jackson a racist. Hosts: Joel Moran, River Brown, and Andrew VelezGet 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code PICKASIDE at MANSCAPED.com! Will the Clippers comeback against the Suns? (02:14) Damian Lillard best trade packages (26:55) Reacting to reports of Minnesota w...2021-06-302h 33We Like the BlazersWe Like the BlazersChauncey Billups + CJ Trades w/ Ashtyn ButusoEp. 35 - Chauncey Billups was announced as the Blazers' next coach. We chatted with Ashtyn Butuso of Flagrant Magazine and the Flagrant Podcast about how we process the credible rape accusations against Billups, how trauma impacts people who have experienced abuse, and generally had an honest conversation about how to navigate something that's both very serious and deserves more conversation. We also talked about the difficulties of producing a print magazine, how it feels seeing Flagrant Magazine succeed, whether we like Ben Simmons and other CJ McCollum trades, and more.Please consider supporting the National Women's Coalition...2021-06-2654 minLocked On Blazers – Daily Podcast On The Portland Trail BlazersLocked On Blazers – Daily Podcast On The Portland Trail BlazersChauncey Billups, Team USA tampering + trade machine dreamsErik Garcia Gundersen (@BlazerBanter) joins the program. To discuss myriad topics, including:- Damian Lillard on Team USA- The value of tampering in Tokyo- Trade machine dreams involving CJ McCollum, Ben Simmons and Myles Turner- The Blazers pursuit of Chauncey Billups- How to build a coaching staff with a first time head coach Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 2021-06-2536 minRip City RundownRip City RundownShould The Blazers Trade CJ McCollum For Ben Simmons? - Ep 15In this episode we discuss many things. We begin with more coaching search talk as we talk about Chauncey Billups, Becky Hammon, and Mike D'Antoni. We also discuss Jusuf Nurkic and his situation as well as the Ben Simmons rumors. We end with some cap space talk and how we should approach the offseason. Enjoy!⭐️ Follow me on social media ⭐️- Instagram- @rip.city.rundown https://www.instagram.com/rip.city.rundown/rip - Twitter- @ripcityrundown_ https://twitter.com/ripcityrundown_2021-06-2420 minDistant ReplayDistant ReplayJanuary 22, 1989 - Super Bowl XXIII - San Francisco 49ers vs Cincinnati BengalsWith the Super Bowl on the horizon, we decided to focus our attention on a classic matchup that took place more than 30 years ago in Miami.   It's Super Bowl XXIII between the San Francisco 49ers and the Cincinnati Bengals, which pitted an upstart Cincy squad led by league MVP Boomer Esiason. They squared off against Joe Montana, Bill Walsh, Jerry Rice and the well oiled San Francisco machine that dominated the NFL for much of the 80s.    Both teams steamrolled into the Super Bowl, especially the 49ers who only went 10-6 during the regular season and crushed the Bears, 28-3, in t...2021-01-2850 minThe Be Unbound PodcastThe Be Unbound PodcastHow to Set Goals for 2021 Is it important to set goals? When does setting goals go wrong? What is the role habits and systems? These questions and more are covered on this week's podcast in a wide-ranging conversation between CEO Jonathan Brush and CMO Ben Billups.   Refer a friend: https://beunbound.us/refer   Register for Basecamp: https://beunbound.us/basecamp   Check out Atomic Habits by James Clear: https://atomichabits.com   Check out How to Fail at Almost Everything and Still Win Big by Scott Adams: https://www.amazon.com/How-Fail-Almost-Everything-Still-ebook/dp/B00COOFBA42021-01-0839 minThe Be Unbound PodcastThe Be Unbound PodcastHow to Set Goals for 2021 Is it important to set goals? When does setting goals go wrong? What is the role habits and systems? These questions and more are covered on this week's podcast in a wide-ranging conversation between CEO Jonathan Brush and CMO Ben Billups.   Refer a friend: https://beunbound.us/refer   Register for Basecamp: https://beunbound.us/basecamp   Check out Atomic Habits by James Clear: https://atomichabits.com   Check out How to Fail at Almost Everything and Still Win Big by Scott Adams: https://www.amazon.com/How-Fail-Almost-Everything-Still-ebook/dp/B00COOFBA42021-01-0838 minThe Be Unbound PodcastThe Be Unbound PodcastTime, Tasks, and Relationships - The Dynamic TrioIn this episode, the dynamic staff trio CEO Jonathan Brush, COO Megan Weber, and CMO Ben Billups discuss how to manage time and tasks well, increase your ability to effectively delegate, and maximize relationships. Mastering these three basic life skills are essential to anyone's success in life! To dive into time, tasks, and relationships in person with the team, register for Basecamp: https://beunbound.us/basecamp/ To refer a friend to Unbound and receive awesome perks, go to https://beunbound.us/refer/2020-12-1839 minThe Be Unbound PodcastThe Be Unbound PodcastTime, Tasks, and Relationships - The Dynamic TrioIn this episode, the dynamic staff trio CEO Jonathan Brush, COO Megan Weber, and CMO Ben Billups discuss how to manage time and tasks well, increase your ability to effectively delegate, and maximize relationships. Mastering these three basic life skills are essential to anyone's success in life! To dive into time, tasks, and relationships in person with the team, register for Basecamp: https://beunbound.us/basecamp/ To refer a friend to Unbound and receive awesome perks, go to https://beunbound.us/refer/2020-12-1839 minThe Be Unbound PodcastThe Be Unbound PodcastNavy SEAL Leadership In this episode, Victoria Grant joins Ben Billups to discuss the principles of leadership from Navy SEAL Jocko Willink’s book, Extreme Ownership. As overseer of the Ascend Team Leaders, Victoria walks through the essentials of taking responsibility, admitting failure, and sharing vision. Ben and Victoria also share how to apply these principles in the workforce.   Refer a friend: https://beunbound.us/refer/   Learn more about Basecamp: https://beunbound.us/basecamp/ 2020-12-0429 minThe Be Unbound PodcastThe Be Unbound PodcastNavy SEAL Leadership In this episode, Victoria Grant joins Ben Billups to discuss the principles of leadership from Navy SEAL Jocko Willink’s book, Extreme Ownership. As overseer of the Ascend Team Leaders, Victoria walks through the essentials of taking responsibility, admitting failure, and sharing vision. Ben and Victoria also share how to apply these principles in the workforce.   Refer a friend: https://beunbound.us/refer/   Learn more about Basecamp: https://beunbound.us/basecamp/ 2020-12-0429 minThe Be Unbound PodcastThe Be Unbound PodcastEve's Story: From Stage to PlaneIn this episode, Eve-Ana Ontiveros shares her Unbound student journey with Ben Billups. From pursuing music to a commercial pilot's license, Eve has lived out the essence of being Unbound. She regularly challenges herself to do the scary things, and through her story, invites you to step (or fly) out of your own comfort zone and into new opportunities. Check out Unbound's Ascend program and Basecamp event at https://beunbound.us/ascend and https://go.beunbound.us/basecamp-2021/ 2020-11-2133 minThe Be Unbound PodcastThe Be Unbound PodcastEve's Story: From Stage to PlaneIn this episode, Eve-Ana Ontiveros shares her Unbound student journey with Ben Billups. From pursuing music to a commercial pilot's license, Eve has lived out the essence of being Unbound. She regularly challenges herself to do the scary things, and through her story, invites you to step (or fly) out of your own comfort zone and into new opportunities. Check out Unbound's Ascend program and Basecamp event at https://beunbound.us/ascend and https://go.beunbound.us/basecamp-2021/ 2020-11-2133 minThe Be Unbound PodcastThe Be Unbound PodcastResting WellIn this episode, Jonathan Brush, Ben Billups, and Abraham Chen share their perspectives on resting well. Contrary to conventional wisdom, resting well takes faith in God and is anything but apathetic.2020-11-0659 minThe Be Unbound PodcastThe Be Unbound PodcastResting WellIn this episode, Jonathan Brush, Ben Billups, and Abraham Chen share their perspectives on resting well. Contrary to conventional wisdom, resting well takes faith in God and is anything but apathetic.2020-11-0659 minThe Be Unbound PodcastThe Be Unbound PodcastThe Boredom MuscleIn this episode, Jonathan Brush joins Ben Billups to continue the conversation on boredom. In a society where hustle equals success, boredom is often seen as something to be feared and avoided. However, when allowed to be a time of silence and reflection, boredom creates space for greater creativity.2020-10-3031 minThe Be Unbound PodcastThe Be Unbound PodcastOvercoming Analysis ParalysisDo you struggle with "analysis paralysis"? Are you sometimes afraid that you're failing to do God's will? In this episode, Jonathan Brush, Victoria Grant, and Ben Billups discuss their personal experiences with analysis paralysis, how they overcame it, and how you can identify your next steps by asking a few key questions.2020-10-1645 minThe Be Unbound PodcastThe Be Unbound PodcastIs College Really Necessary?In this episode, Unbound CEO Jonathan Brush sits down with Ben Billups to discuss something on the minds of students around the world amid the COVID-19 pandemic: is college really necessary anymore? If so, for who? Is there a better way?Learn more about Unbound's unique Ascend program by visiting https://beunbound.us/ascend2020-10-0745 minThe Be Unbound PodcastThe Be Unbound PodcastProfessional NetworkingIn this episode, Ben Billups is once again joined by Victoria Grant and Jonathan Brush to followup on building a community with building a professional network. They share tips on shifting the focus from “retail relationships” to developing a genuine, service-centered, and effective professional network.2020-09-3034 minThe Be Unbound PodcastThe Be Unbound PodcastDeveloping Your Culture and CommunityIn this episode, Jonathan Brush, Victoria Grant, and Ben Billups discuss the importance of intentionally building your culture and community. Whether you’re experiencing the culture shock of leaving your childhood community or continuing this next season of life in your hometown area, developing a quality network is essential.2020-09-2337 minFaith and LettersFaith and LettersSara BillupsSara Billups is the author of "The Irresistible Peril of Publishing," an essay on the challenges writers seeking publication often contend with. I found the piece resonant on many levels — my own publishing travails were certainly fodder for our conversation — but I hope any working artist will find this conversation encouraging. We also discuss Sara's thoughts on being openly Christian in her writing, her city, and with non-Christian friends and colleagues.  The Irresistible Peril of Publishing - https://www.ekstasismagazine.com/blog/2020/3/21/the-irresistible-peril-of-publishing Sara's piece on publicly identifying as a Christian - https...2020-09-0900 minThe Be Unbound PodcastThe Be Unbound PodcastUnbound Update: Lessons, Surprises, and What's NextIn this episode, Unbound CEO Jonathan Brush, COO Megan Weber, and CMO Ben Billups review Unbound's rapid progress since the transition on July 1, 2020. As new Ascend students start this month and the Navigate reboot launches, the team shares lessons learned, surprises along the journey, and how Unbound students can stay involved.2020-09-0231 minThe Be Unbound PodcastThe Be Unbound PodcastDirector of Peanut ButterIn this episode, Ben Billups is joined by Unbound team members Megan Weber, Ellie Smith, and Victoria Grant to discuss how they came to work for Unbound and key principles for professional growth they've discovered on their journeys. Hear tips on career choice, productivity, and finding variety in life from the perspective of Unbound's young professionals.2020-08-2631 minThe Be Unbound PodcastThe Be Unbound PodcastInterview: Abraham ChenIn this episode, CMO Ben Billups is joined by Abraham Chen, a staple of the Unbound community. Hear about Abe's experience joining during the CollegePlus era, how he found his community, and what he's been able to do because of Unbound. DON'T MISS: You can receive amazing perks when you help us recruit the next generation of Unbound students! Get your custom referral link today: https://beunbound.us/refer/2020-08-0528 minThe Be Unbound PodcastThe Be Unbound PodcastWhat is Ascend?In this episode, Admissions Director Ellie Smith joins Jonathan Brush and Ben Billups to discuss the new Ascend program by Unbound. They lay out what the new program entails, who it's for, and also discuss additional offerings from Unbound like the new Navigate course.2020-07-2226 minThe Be Unbound PodcastThe Be Unbound PodcastA Brief History of UnboundIn this episode, Unbound CEO Jonathan Brush, COO Megan Weber, and CMO Ben Billups take a walk down memory lane. The three review the history of Unbound, all the way back to the days when it was called CollegePlus, and discuss the exciting possibilities in Unbound's future.2020-07-1632 minThe Be Unbound PodcastThe Be Unbound PodcastQ&A: Unbound's TransitionIn this episode, Unbound CMO Ben Billups is joined by CEO Jonathan Brush as he answers questions from Unbound students about the recently announced transition to a new business, what it entails, and how students can get involved.2020-07-0825 minI Still Love This GameI Still Love This GameBen Wallace InterviewBen Wallace was unquestionably the greatest defensive force we have seen in the NBA since Bill Russell, and in this interview he sat down to discuss with me: His childhood growing up with 10 other siblings in Alabama The impact Charles Oakley had on him Draft night in 96 Catching on with Washington and the role veterans such as Chris Webber and Rod Strickland had on his confidence Being traded to Orlando and winning the starting spot for the Magic Being traded to Detroit and becoming the face of the franchise How the Pistons were built around him, with Chauncey...2019-03-041h 39OVR THNKROVR THNKR#51 PLEASE DON’T BE OFFENDEDSpecial announcement: OVR THNKR is going to be better, it’s just not going to happen every week. Also in this episode: the irrationality of offense.2017-09-0100 minOVR THNKROVR THNKR#50 The Observer EffectAlso in this episode: endorsement vs. tolerance and our dependence on contrast to create clarity.2017-08-3100 minOVR THNKROVR THNKR#49 Will Robots Vote?Also in this episode: the right to die and global warming. Contact me with your questions and topics at http://ovrthnkr.show/contact/ for a chance to be featured! "Do You Have the Right to Die?" (OVR THNKR #2): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a5a5zvVPTFA&index=47&list=PLTijyYomRFGPqrhUtDJRFEY14gXu1Pc2u "I arrived at my friend's party. A few hours later she died, exactly as planned." (Vox): https://www.vox.com/2016/8/22/12552940/assisted-suicide-california ____ Featuring "Moose Dawa" by Menti - Chillhop Records (CC BY-NC-ND 3.0).2017-08-1800 minOVR THNKROVR THNKR#48 We Don't Deserve the InternetIn this episode, I discuss my take on net neutrality and answer the question: is a desire for privacy inherently criminal? Contact me with your questions and topics at http://ovrthnkr.show/contact/ for a chance to be featured! ____ Featuring "Moose Dawa" by Menti - Chillhop Records (CC BY-NC-ND 3.0).2017-08-1100 minOVR THNKROVR THNKR#47 Is Logic Absolute or Relative?Also in this episode: what's the difference between propaganda and art? Why are we afraid of death? Contact me with your questions and topics at http://ovrthnkr.show/contact/ for a chance to be featured! "Is Logic Absolute or Relative?" (Big Think): http://bigthink.com/articles/is-logic-absolute-or-is-it-relative-to-history ____ Featuring "Moose Dawa" by Menti - Chillhop Records (CC BY-NC-ND 3.0).2017-08-0400 minOVR THNKROVR THNKR#46 What Is Art?Episode #46 marks a major change. OVR THNKR is now a podcast only, it's longer, and it includes YOUR questions. Go to the show website or email me at ben@OVRTHNKR.show to submit a question or topic for the show. ____ Featuring "Moose Dawa" by Menti - Chillhop Records (CC BY-NC-ND 3.0).2017-07-2800 minOVR THNKROVR THNKR#45 More First World ProblemsIn the modern world, merely wanting something makes it a human right.2017-07-2100 minOVR THNKROVR THNKR#44 Cruel and Unusual KarmaToday, karma is not just misunderstood, it's also an absurd concept of justice.2017-07-1400 minOVR THNKROVR THNKR#43 Arcade Fire's First World ProblemDespite their many differences, the three singles from Arcade Fire's upcoming album, "Everything Now," have one thing in common.2017-07-0700 minOVR THNKROVR THNKR#42 The Virtue of ActionIf you eat your OODA loops, you’ll always have enough time to make important decisions. ___ Music by Chris Zabriskie - http://chriszabriskie.com/2017-06-3000 minOVR THNKROVR THNKR#41 The True Reason We Buy MacsThe power of symbolism is often overlooked, as is its ability to deceive us.2017-06-2300 minOVR THNKROVR THNKR#40 Proof You Believe in GodWhy God must exist as a philosophical necessity.2017-06-1600 minOVR THNKROVR THNKR#39 LET'S GET TROLLEDThis is why you should be an extremist.2017-06-0900 minOVR THNKROVR THNKR#38 How to Live in the MomentIf you think living in the moment is about chasing your dreams, this episode is for you. ____ FOLLOW BEN: - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ben.billups - Twitter: http://twitter.com/BenBillups FOLLOW ioLANCHE: - Facebook: http://facebook.com/ioLanche - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ioLanche - Twitter: http://twitter.com/ioLanche - Google+: http://google.com/+ioLanche - Website: http://ioLanche.com2017-06-0500 minOVR THNKROVR THNKR#37 Is the Internet Post-Truth?Accusations that opposition "ignores the facts" and the idea that we live in a post-truth online society are increasingly popular. But we can't fix that with tolerance or improved algorithms. ____ FOLLOW BEN: - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ben.billups - Twitter: http://twitter.com/BenBillups FOLLOW ioLANCHE: - Facebook: http://facebook.com/ioLanche - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ioLanche - Twitter: http://twitter.com/ioLanche - Google+: http://google.com/+ioLanche - Website: http://ioLanche.com2017-06-0500 minOVR THNKROVR THNKR#36 Sharon Brous: The Religion of NicenessIt's increasingly popular to divorce religion from specific beliefs to make it more acceptable in the modern world. However, this not only renders religion meaningless, but replaces it with the worst possible alternative. ____ FOLLOW BEN: - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ben.billups - Twitter: http://twitter.com/BenBillups FOLLOW ioLANCHE: - Facebook: http://facebook.com/ioLanche - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ioLanche - Twitter: http://twitter.com/ioLanche - Google+: http://google.com/+ioLanche - Website: http://ioLanche.com2017-06-0500 minOVR THNKROVR THNKR#35 Higher Education is an Exercise in VanityEver wonder why tuition prices keep rising? Where the modern education came from? I answer this question and more in this week's episode. ____ FOLLOW BEN: - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ben.billups - Twitter: http://twitter.com/BenBillups FOLLOW ioLANCHE: - Facebook: http://facebook.com/ioLanche - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ioLanche - Twitter: http://twitter.com/ioLanche - Google+: http://google.com/+ioLanche - Website: http://ioLanche.com2017-06-0500 minOVR THNKROVR THNKR#34 One Question Bill Nye Doesn't Know How to AnswerBill Nye, in answering a question about the afterlife, only proved that he has no basis for what he believes. The original video on Big Think: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DylfWmecrO0 ____ FOLLOW BEN: - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ben.billups - Twitter: http://twitter.com/BenBillups FOLLOW ioLANCHE: - Facebook: http://facebook.com/ioLanche - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ioLanche - Twitter: http://twitter.com/ioLanche - Google+: http://google.com/+ioLanche - Website: http://ioLanche.com2017-06-0500 minOVR THNKROVR THNKR#33 The Unconscious IdentityOur humanity is a slippery subject, even more so when we critically consider our senses, experience, and consciousness. ____ FOLLOW BEN: - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ben.billups - Twitter: http://twitter.com/BenBillups FOLLOW ioLANCHE: - Facebook: http://facebook.com/ioLanche - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ioLanche - Twitter: http://twitter.com/ioLanche - Google+: http://google.com/+ioLanche - Website: http://ioLanche.com2017-06-0500 minOVR THNKROVR THNKR#32 We're What's Wrong with Artificial IntelligenceA lot of people are worried that Artificial Intelligence (AI) will be the end of us all. I agree, but not for the reason you might think. ____ FOLLOW BEN: - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ben.billups - Twitter: http://twitter.com/BenBillups FOLLOW ioLANCHE: - Facebook: http://facebook.com/ioLanche - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ioLanche - Twitter: http://twitter.com/ioLanche - Google+: http://google.com/+ioLanche - Website: http://ioLanche.com2017-06-0500 minOVR THNKROVR THNKR#31 Stop Blaming Millennials for EverythingUs millennials get a really bad rap for all of the things we're "destroying." Not only do I think this is completely unfounded, but also not totally a bad thing. ____ FOLLOW BEN: - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ben.billups - Twitter: http://twitter.com/BenBillups FOLLOW ioLANCHE: - Facebook: http://facebook.com/ioLanche - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ioLanche - Twitter: http://twitter.com/ioLanche - Google+: http://google.com/+ioLanche - Website: http://ioLanche.com2017-06-0500 minOVR THNKROVR THNKR#30 Blade Runner (1982) - What Does it Mean to be Human?With the upcoming sequel "Blade Runner 2049" (2017) I thought it was a good time to take a look back at the classic cyber-punk original. Not only did this film beautifully define a sub-genre, but explored our identity as humans in a unique way. ____ FOLLOW BEN: - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ben.billups - Twitter: http://twitter.com/BenBillups FOLLOW ioLANCHE: - Facebook: http://facebook.com/ioLanche - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ioLanche - Twitter: http://twitter.com/ioLanche - Google+: http://google.com/+ioLanche - Website: http://ioLanche.com2017-06-0500 minOVR THNKROVR THNKR#29 How to Get a Free EducationWhat are we paying for when we go to university? Why do we pay so much for textbooks? The answer is really simple. ____ FOLLOW BEN: - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ben.billups - Twitter: http://twitter.com/BenBillups FOLLOW ioLANCHE: - Facebook: http://facebook.com/ioLanche - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ioLanche - Twitter: http://twitter.com/ioLanche - Google+: http://google.com/+ioLanche - Website: http://ioLanche.com ___ “Lemonfade” by Broke For Free is used under a Creative Commons license. http://brokeforfree.com2017-06-0500 minOVR THNKROVR THNKR#28 Is Legalizing Marijuana Legislating Morality?Marijuana is now legal in most of the United States. But did we do it for the right reasons? ____ FOLLOW BEN: - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ben.billups - Twitter: http://twitter.com/BenBillups FOLLOW ioLANCHE: - Facebook: http://facebook.com/ioLanche - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ioLanche - Twitter: http://twitter.com/ioLanche - Google+: http://google.com/+ioLanche - Website: http://ioLanche.com2017-06-0500 minOVR THNKROVR THNKR#27 The Cruelty of Rob BellRob Bell is usually known for his promotion of love and acceptance. Unfortunately, testing his philosophy reveals it to be anything but. Our in-depth analysis of “Love Wins”: http://iolanche.com/megachurch-pastor-chases-love/ The original video on Big Think: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8NYspiW_S3Q Verses referenced: Matthew 13:50; Matthew 22:13; Matthew 25:46; Mark 9:43; Luke 16:26; 2 Thessalonians 1:9; Jude 1:7; Revelation 20:10; and Revelation 21:8. ____ FOLLOW BEN: - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ben.billups - Twitter: http://twitter.com/BenBillups FOLLOW ioLANCHE: - Facebook: http://facebook.com/ioLanche - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ioLanche - Twitter: http://twitter.com/ioLanche - Google+: http://google.com/+ioLanche - We...2017-06-0500 minOVR THNKROVR THNKR#26 Will Artificial Intelligence Rebel?All the recent talk about artificial intelligence raises some serious questions about what it means to be human. “The incredible inventions of Intuitive AI” (TED): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aR5N2Jl8k14 “General AI Won’t Want You to Fix It’s Code” (Computerphile): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4l7Is6vOAOA ____ FOLLOW BEN: - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ben.billups - Twitter: http://twitter.com/BenBillups FOLLOW ioLANCHE: - Facebook: http://facebook.com/ioLanche - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ioLanche - Twitter: http://twitter.com/ioLanche - Google+: http://google.com/+ioLanche - Website: http://ioLanche.com2017-06-0500 minOVR THNKROVR THNKR#25 People Are WormholesSocial media is a haven for social comparison, which is known to cause anxiety and depression. But there's something much more sinister lying behind these issues. "New Study Links Facebook To Depression: But Now We Actually Understand Why" (Forbes): http://www.forbes.com/sites/alicegwalton/2015/04/08/new-study-links-facebook-to-depression-but-now-we-actually-understand-why ____ FOLLOW BEN: - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ben.billups - Twitter: http://twitter.com/BenBillups FOLLOW ioLANCHE: - Facebook: http://facebook.com/ioLanche - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ioLanche - Twitter: http://twitter.com/ioLanche - Google+: http://google.com/+ioLanche - Website: http://ioLanche.com2017-06-0500 minOVR THNKROVR THNKR#24 The Illusion of ControlWhat do we really control? Is there something that unifies everything that happens? "How Designers Engineer Luck Into Video Games" :: http://trueviralnews.com/how-designers-engineer-luck-into-video-games-issue-44-luck-nautilus/ ____ FOLLOW BEN: - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ben.billups - Twitter: http://twitter.com/BenBillups FOLLOW ioLANCHE: - Facebook: http://facebook.com/ioLanche - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ioLanche - Twitter: http://twitter.com/ioLanche - Google+: http://google.com/+ioLanche - Website: http://ioLanche.com2017-06-0500 minOVR THNKROVR THNKR#23 Dr. Strangelove (1964): The Miracle of Life#23 Dr. Strangelove (1964): The Miracle of Life by Ben Billups2017-06-0500 minOVR THNKROVR THNKR#22 Ricky Gervais is godRicky Gervais has some of the most unique arguments against God I've heard. We discuss his agnosticism and more in this week's episode. GERVAIS ON COLBERT: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P5ZOwNK6n9U ____ FOLLOW BEN: - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ben.billups - Twitter: http://twitter.com/BenBillups FOLLOW ioLANCHE: - Facebook: http://facebook.com/ioLanche - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ioLanche - Twitter: http://twitter.com/ioLanche - Google+: http://google.com/+ioLanche - Website: http://ioLanche.com2017-06-0500 minOVR THNKROVR THNKR#21 Who Cares About Progress?Science can verify our observations, but it can't tell us what is good. READ MORE: “Science is Ignorant” - https://medium.com/p/ab7a59bbc6a0 Sam Harris: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hj9oB4zpHww Michael Specter: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7OMLSs8t1ng ____ FOLLOW BEN: - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ben.billups - Twitter: http://twitter.com/BenBillups FOLLOW ioLANCHE: - Facebook: http://facebook.com/ioLanche - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ioLanche - Twitter: http://twitter.com/ioLanche - Google+: http://google.com/+ioLanche - Website: http://ioLanche.com ___ “A Day In Reverse” by Broke fo...2017-06-0500 minOVR THNKROVR THNKR#20 - 12 Angry Men (1957): The Power of IrrationalitySidney Lumet's classic film "12 Angry Men" (1957) is much more than a simple drama. It touches on the complexities of our experience as human beings. ____ FOLLOW BEN: - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ben.billups - Twitter: http://twitter.com/BenBillups FOLLOW ioLANCHE: - Facebook: http://facebook.com/ioLanche - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ioLanche - Twitter: http://twitter.com/ioLanche - Google+: http://google.com/+ioLanche - Website: http://ioLanche.com2017-06-0500 minOVR THNKROVR THNKR#19 Dr. Strange (2016) Review: Reckless SpiritualismDr. Strange (2016) is not your typical Marvel movie. Despite being a movie almost exclusively about spiritualism, it's one of the most anti-spiritual films I've ever seen. ____ FOLLOW BEN: - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ben.billups - Twitter: http://twitter.com/BenBillups FOLLOW ioLANCHE: - Facebook: http://facebook.com/ioLanche - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ioLanche - Twitter: http://twitter.com/ioLanche - Google+: http://google.com/+ioLanche - Website: http://ioLanche.com2017-06-0500 minOVR THNKROVR THNKR#17 Is the World Really Getting Better?With all of the innovation and human rights advances of the past few decades, it's tempting to believe that the world is always getting better. But is that really true? Learn more: http://iolanche.com/airblast/women-get-vote-in-afghanistan/ From the U.S. Department of State: https://www.state.gov/j/drl/rls/6185.htm ____ FOLLOW BEN: - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ben.billups - Twitter: http://twitter.com/BenBillups FOLLOW ioLANCHE: - Facebook: http://facebook.com/ioLanche - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ioLanche - Twitter: http://twitter.com/ioLanche - Google+: http://google.com/+ioLanche - Website: http://ioLanche.com2017-06-0500 minOVR THNKROVR THNKR#16 IT'S BEEN ONE OF THOSE YEARS - 2016 in Review2016 has been the year of the impossible. Tell us in the comments one unexpected thing that happened to you this year! ____ FOLLOW BEN: - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ben.billups - Twitter: http://twitter.com/BenBillups FOLLOW ioLANCHE: - Facebook: http://facebook.com/ioLanche - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ioLanche - Twitter: http://twitter.com/ioLanche - Google+: http://google.com/+ioLanche - Website: http://ioLanche.com2017-06-0500 minOVR THNKROVR THNKR#15 Love is Eternal - Interstellar (2014) and John LennonAs it happens, John Lennon and “Interstellar” (Christopher Nolan) have the same thing to say about Jesus. This Christmas, we explore the incomprehensible nature of love. ____ FOLLOW BEN: - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ben.billups - Twitter: http://twitter.com/BenBillups FOLLOW ioLANCHE: - Facebook: http://facebook.com/ioLanche - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ioLanche - Twitter: http://twitter.com/ioLanche - Google+: http://google.com/+ioLanche - Website: http://ioLanche. ___ "I Want to Fall in Love on Snapchat" by Chris Zabriskie is used under creative commons license: http://chriszabriskie.com/2017-06-0500 minOVR THNKROVR THNKR#14 Time is FiniteWe have more ways than ever to spend our time, but how do we know what to spend our time on? In this video, I present a theory of importance as well as a new way of looking at wasted time. ____ FOLLOW BEN: - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ben.billups - Twitter: http://twitter.com/BenBillups FOLLOW ioLANCHE: - Facebook: http://facebook.com/ioLanche - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ioLanche - Twitter: http://twitter.com/ioLanche - Google+: http://google.com/+ioLanche - Website: http://ioLanche.com ___ "That Hopeful Future is All I've Ever Known" by Chris Zabriskie is used...2017-06-0500 minOVR THNKROVR THNKR#13 Attention is RealityThe fight for human attention is often overlooked, but increasingly important in an age of disinformation and distractions. “The Art of Misdirection” (Apollo Robbins): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZGY0wPAnus “I Can’t Just Stand by and Watch Mark Zuckerberg Destroy the Internet” (Quincy Larson): https://medium.freecodecamp.com/mark-zuckerberg-is-the-most-powerful-person-on-earth-but-is-he-responsible-5fbcaeb29ee1 ____ FOLLOW BEN: - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ben.billups - Twitter: http://twitter.com/BenBillups FOLLOW ioLANCHE: - Facebook: http://facebook.com/ioLanche - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ioLanche - Twitter: http://twitter.com/ioLanche - Google+: http://google.com/+ioLanche - Website: http://ioLanche.com2017-06-0500 minOVR THNKROVR THNKR#12 Fidel Castro and the Counter-Counter RevolutionThe recent death of Fidel Castro brings to mind not only his cruelties and his henchmen, but perhaps most sinisterly, the lie that supported everything he did. FELIX RODRIGUEZ SHIRT: http://bit.ly/FRShirt Learn more about Felix and Che: https://www.nationalreview.com/nrd/articles/353799/anti-che Learn more about Castro: http://www.miamiherald.com/news/nation-world/world/americas/fidel-castro-en/article117186483.html From the ioLanche archives “Hail Dystopia”: http://iolanche.com/hail-dystopia/ ____ FOLLOW BEN: - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ben.billups - Twitter: http://twitter.com/BenBillups FOLLOW ioLANCHE: - Facebook: http://facebook.com/ioLanche - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ioLa...2017-06-0500 minOVR THNKROVR THNKR#11 5 Black Friday Shopping AlternativesSure, today is Black Friday — but you're different, unique, and beautiful, so what do you do? While everyone else exercises their hypocrisy, here are 5 things you can do today to stand apart. ____ FOLLOW BEN: - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ben.billups - Twitter: http://twitter.com/BenBillups FOLLOW ioLANCHE: - Facebook: http://facebook.com/ioLanche - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ioLanche - Twitter: http://twitter.com/ioLanche - Google+: http://google.com/+ioLanche - Website: http://ioLanche.com2017-06-0500 minOVR THNKROVR THNKR#10 Could Google use drones to steal your thanksgiving turkey?Google X’s Astro Teller recently spoke optimistically about the potential of drones to lead us towards an “access society.” I think that’s a terrible, terrible, thing. ____ FOLLOW BEN: - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ben.billups - Twitter: http://twitter.com/BenBillups FOLLOW ioLANCHE: - Facebook: http://facebook.com/ioLanche - Instagram: http://instagram.com/ioLanche - Twitter: http://twitter.com/ioLanche - Google+: http://google.com/+ioLanche - Website: http://ioLanche.com2017-06-0500 min