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The Slow HunchBen Leventhal (Founder & CEO, Blackbird)In this episode of The Slow Hunch, I spoke with Ben Leventhal, the founder and CEO of Blackbird. Ben has spent the past two decades reimagining the restaurant industry, having previously co-founded Eater and Resy. The throughline that connects his efforts is a strong belief that restaurants are universally loved but fundamentally broken businesses—and that there must be a better way to run what is a trillion dollar industry in the United States alone. We talked about what’s gone wrong with the restaurant business model, why most restaurants struggle to turn a profit despit...2025-07-091h 07
Legends N LeadersKeith Grossman, President Enterprise at MoonPay, on leading TIME, why Crypto Payments, and more!Keith has had an incredible career in journalism spanning from Bloomberg Media as its CRO to being President of the iconic TIME magazine, with both roles helping to drive each respective platform to be more technology forward!Keith had become aware of Bitcoin and crypto early on and realized the potential it had to truly disrupt our financial system. He decided to join the talented team at MoonPay and work hard to scale their payments technology to businesses around the globe. Keith discusses why he sees Blockchain as being a revolutionary technology, how MoonPay's solution will continue...2025-03-1539 min
Computer AmericaAir-Based Internet, Pothole-Free Roads, and Self-Repairing Hearts on the Horizon w/ Ralph BondShow Notes 14 March 2025Story 1: No Fiber Needed: New Chip Uses Light to Beam 10Gig Speeds Through the AirSource: PC Magazine Story by Michael KanLink: https://www.pcmag.com/news/no-fiber-taara-chip-uses-light-to-beam-10gig-speeds-through-the-airSee also: https://www.wired.com/story/plaintext-google-taara-chip-internet-by-light/Side note - for more about the Taara Project, see: https://x.company/projects/taara/Story 2: Self-healing Asphalt Could Prevent Potholes and Save Costs on Vehicle RepairsSource: ZME Science Story by Tibi PuiuLink: https://www.zmescience.com/science/news-science/self-healing-asphalt-could-prevent-potholes-and-save-costs-on-vehicle-repairs/Story 3: A protein from tiny tardigrades may help cance...2025-03-1435 min
The Proteomics ShowEp 68 - Philly Express - Dr. David FenyoAs part of the US HUPO sponsored "Philly Express" series highlighting speakers at the upcoming 2025 US HUPO meeting in Philadelphia, Ben and Ben sit down to talk with Dr. David Fenyo, NYU Grossman School of Medicine, winner of the 2025 Gilbert S. Omenn Computational Proteomics Award.2025-02-1542 min
Modern Meathead Experience#75 - How Many Sets Should You Do?Time stamps:
0:00 - How many sets should you do?2:01 - Research can't definitively answer this.4:40 - Quality of sets influences quantity needed.7:41 - Higher volume and lower volume both work.9:00 - Your future self may differ.10:20 - Start on the lower end of volume.12:02 - Assess progress through various metrics.15:03 - Quality training requires self-awareness.2025-02-0317 minModern Meathead Experience#74 - Why The DEEP STRETCH Is OverratedTime stamps:
0:00 - Introduction to long muscle length training2:10 - The concept of the stretch Panacea3:54 - Importance of training short positions5:39 - Stretch positions yield more muscle growth8:01 - Connective tissues adapt slower than muscles10:21 - Balanced approach prevents joint stress12:12 - Consider the whole body in training14:00 - Training both ends of muscle motion15:11 - Specific muscular bias in training19:03 - Consider exercise stability in selection20:35 - Importance of exercise practicality emphasized22:13 - Blend exercises for sustainable training24:01 - Five criteria for exercise...2025-01-2725 minModern Meathead Experience#73 - Why Progressive Overload Is MisunderstoodTime stamps:
0:00 - Introduction to Progressive overload
1:12 - Definition of Progressive overload
2:37 - Common misconceptions about Progressive overload
7:40 - Importance of stimulus over load
9:34 - Importance of intended goals in training
11:01 - Mastering current load before adding more
12:40 - Standardizing load for clear progression tracking2025-01-2018 minModern Meathead Experience#72 - How To Fix Elbow PainTime stamps:
0:13 - Discussing elbow pain and its complexities2:07 - Conceptualizing pain as a stress bucket4:50 - Overflowing the bucket leads to pain signals7:30 - Understanding elbow joint mechanics9:13 - Importance of loading direction10:50 - Avoiding improper resistance in exercises13:26 - Understanding the skull crusher exercise15:02 - Experimenting with elbow movement16:40 - Benefits of cable curls for elbow health18:21 - Prioritizing free moving implements in training20:01 - Pronation and supination explained22:14 - Impact of fixed implements on elbow pain27:11 - Prioritizing comfort over specific muscle...2025-01-1333 minModern Meathead Experience#71 - Why Research Can't Select Exercises For YouTime stamps:
0:19 - Introduction to exercise selection2:24 - Misinterpretation of research outcomes4:06 - Gaps in muscle growth research7:00 - Influence of social media on fitness content9:32 - Examples of leg extension variations12:00 - Balancing exercise selection for muscle growth18:20 - Principles of stress distribution in training20:31 - Investigating calf raise variations22:20 - Muscle length and loading principles27:02 - Sustainability in bodybuilding training28:54 - Theoretical addition hypertrophy explained30:44 - Importance of comfort in exercise selection32:46 - Secondary joint stress during calf raises34:54 - Creating a...2025-01-0657 minModern Meathead Experience#70 - Ben On The Hyperformance PodcastThis is an episode I did as an interviewee with the gents over at the Hyperformance Podcast. Hope you all enjoy.2024-12-311h 28Modern Meathead Experience#69 - Why "Bullet-Proofing" Exercises Are Bullsh*tExercise Library Holiday Sale: https://www.modernmeathead.com/exerciselibraryTime stamps:0:06 Introduction to prehab concept4:21 Misconceptions about training damage6:05 Discussion on prehabilitation in literature8:47 Starting place for recovery process10:31 Discussing acute vs chronic injuries15:16 Prehabilitation to prevent injuries17:43 Understanding load in training and rehab21:01 Daily activities create adaptations24:11 Good training checks prehab and rehab boxes26:34 Application of modalities in training30:39 Investigating causes of pain and injury34:46 Resistance training misconceptions addressed36:23 Task specificity in bodybuilding explained38:00 Importance of training for specific goals42:45 Understanding...2024-12-231h 11Modern Meathead Experience#68 Lifting Education & The Age of The Influencer2024-12-1928 minModern Meathead Experience#67 - What's The Best Split?This is the video version of the Modern Meathead Experience podcast, which you can also find on any platform you typically listen to podcasts.Time stamps:00:02 - Discussion on training splits begins02:10 - Choosing the right training split04:05 - Defining goals for training07:01 - Importance of total workload in training09:46 - Organizing training blocks over months17:09 - Benefits of a 7-Day training cycle19:24 - Importance of scheduling in bodybuilding21:01 - Adapting training to personal schedules25:01 - Benefits of a 4-day training week28:54 - Overview of training week...2024-12-161h 07Modern Meathead Experience#66 - Leg Extensions Are The WORST Quad Exercise?Time stamps:00:02 - Leg extensions debated as quad exercise03:26 - Comfort as a variable in exercise choice05:29 - Coordination demands in leg exercises08:00 - Importance of stability in exercises10:36 - Beginners vs advanced trainees in training15:57 - Diminishing returns in muscle growth factors18:10 - Stability improves hypertrophy outcomes20:12 - Load magnitude affects exercise stability23:05 - Bodybuilders prefer machines for effectiveness24:36 - Optimal protein intake recommendations27:30 - Beginners need fewer sets to grow30:55 - More training leads to diminishing returns33:31 - Overcoming sleep issues in training36:06...2024-12-091h 07Modern Meathead Experience#65 - Is Science-Based Lifting Bullsh*t?Time stamps:00:09 - Introduction to science-based lifting02:06 - Problems with the term 'science'04:01 - Misunderstanding scientific mindset06:42 - Access to information in fitness09:00 - Rise of exercise science education10:35 - Merging of lifting cultures12:07 - Curiosity as the essence of science14:00 - Consequences of skipping foundational questions16:01 - The paradox of certainty in science18:01 - Relevance of asking the right questions19:33 - Importance of context in conversations22:03 - Communicating the bigger picture effectively25:07 - Fostering curiosity in content creation28:32 - Tools for navigating information space2024-12-0240 minModern Meathead Experience#64 - Should every set be to failure?Time stamps:00:03 - Defining training to failure02:00 - Importance of intensity in training06:00 - Understanding adaptation and stress12:24 - Importance of adaptation for results14:01 - Assessing individual training history19:02 - Starting point for training decisions24:16 - Building muscle through intensity and duration29:00 - Fatigue versus stimulus in training36:25 - More is more, less is less framework39:40 - Importance of resistance in training48:40 - Matching resistance with strength for gains50:12 - Matching resistance to muscle strength54:01 - Should you train to failure?1:01:21 - Understanding failure in...2024-11-251h 13Modern Meathead Experience#63 - Which Lateral Raise Is Best?Time stamps:00:14 - Introduction 02:58 - Importance of resistance in exercises05:01 - Comparing dumbbell and cable raises09:44 - Flipping resistance direction in exercises12:11 - Understanding resistance in internal/external rotation17:00 - Differences in cable vs. free weight presses19:38 - Body position during exercises22:03 - Introduction to anti-science discussion24:14 - Issues with science-based claims30:36 - Importance of muscle length in training34:02 - Identifying what is truly important38:10 - Balancing expertise with practical implications40:47 - Importance of time investment in research42:55 - Evaluating focus: research vs. coaching44:31...2024-11-1851 min
The Movie ClubTropic Thunder: How Ben Stiller and Robert Downey Jr. Created Comedy GoldSend us a textBen Stiller’s Tropic Thunder is one of the boldest and funniest films of the 2000s. We’re diving into its massive $195 million success, breaking down hilarious scenes, exploring why Robert Downey Jr.'s performance still captivates, and debating why it remains a comedic classic. By the Numbers: Tropic Thunder (2008)Total Budget Spent on the Movie: $92 millionGross Revenue: $195 millionBox Office Revenue: $110 million (Domestic)Streaming Revenue: $85 million (Global)Awards Won: 1 Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor (Robe...2024-11-041h 38Modern Meathead Experience#62 - Should You Do High Or Low Reps?Join the Movement: https://www.modernmeathead.comTime stamps:00:08 - Introduction to the study on exercise fatigue03:54 - Discussion on injury and recovery demands06:12 - Ethan's thoughts on fatigue and outcomes08:49 - Discussion on training with low vs high reps10:32 - Common rep ranges for hypertrophy training12:14 - Misconceptions about protein digestion limits15:01 - Specificity in recovery assessments explained17:32 - Questions about study subjects discussed21:00 - Importance of training specificity emphasized24:00 - Confusion over volume load matching clarified26:25 - Importance of investigating training methods28:00...2024-10-141h 01Modern Meathead Experience#61 - An Episode For Personal TrainersTime stamps:00:11 - Common mistakes in personal training04:11 - Importance of understanding individual clients09:46 - Working backwards from training goals12:01 - Understanding muscle response to resistance14:44 - Defining clear goals for personal training20:45 - Difference between rep ranges22:39 - Importance of resistance training30:00 - Efficiency in training time32:20 - Balancing rest time and efficiency34:01 - Effective warm-up strategies for performance41:34 - Importance of assessing range of motion44:13 - Resistance training as a primary focus51:24 - The temptation to complicate training54:10 - Importance of easier...2024-10-071h 12Modern Meathead Experience#60 - Back PainSign up to my newsletter for free brain gains: www.modernmeathead.comTime stamps:00:02 - Introduction to back pain discussion01:40 - Personal experience with chronic back pain06:40 - Distinction between acute and chronic pain08:20 - Understanding chronic back pain12:40 - Identifying pain patterns in individuals16:39 - Importance of a safe place22:43 - Recognizing obvious pain triggers25:11 - Substituting activities for better comfort28:04 - Identifying goals to reduce pain32:25 - Reducing deadlift sets for back pain34:01 - Typical back pain feedback from clients36:14 - Expectancy...2024-09-301h 06Modern Meathead Experience#59 - How Ben Is Reintegrating Deadlift & Bench PressLearn to target any muscle: https://stan.store/modernmeathead/p/tam Sign up for my free newsletter: https://www.modernmeathead.com 2024-09-2339 minModern Meathead Experience#58 - Mobility & InjuriesWant to learn more from us? Join the free online community: https://modernmeathead.circle.so/join?invitation_token=c8c35c98b4f0b477c421dff4ae6e3598273ab8bc-89739bd7-bed9-4ee3-bcdc-aa8ae8871089Time stamps:00:14 - Discussion on range of motion04:56 - Problems with arbitrary assessments07:00 - Testosterone testing misconceptions12:09 - Identifying goals before testing15:00 - Normal vs. healthy in performance metrics18:35 - Harder solutions for long-term effectiveness22:24 - Idealized mindset vs. real-life outcomes24:01 - Structure's role in physical adaptations27:43 - Sauna sessions and competitive...2024-09-1656 min
Free City RadioVoices for Palestine - Global solidarityVoices for Palestine - Global solidarity
Sept. 7, 2024
This 4 hour collective community broadcast weaves sounds from protests to support freedom in Palestine from all around the world. Including voices of artists and activists who are joining the frontlines of expressing their solidarity with the people of Gaza.
In this broadcast we hear a set of interviews that I recorded with organizers of the People’s Conference for Palestine in May 2024 in Detroit, Michigan, particularly with members of the Palestinian Youth Movement (PYM).
Also you will hear from Caoimhe Butterly, an organizer of the The Freedom Flotilla Coalition during the stop of Ha...2024-09-074h 00
JUDAISM DEMYSTIFIED | A Guide for Today's Perplexed: Confronting the Challenges of This GenerationEpisode 99: Rabbi Avi Grossman "Halakha Demystified"In this episode, we sit down with Rabbi Avi Grossman to explore the complexities of Halakha and its relevance to contemporary Jewish life. Rabbi Grossman begins by discussing why "Demystifying Halakha" is crucial for understanding and practicing Judaism today. We dive into the idea that the entire Torah was always meant to be practiced, a concept that significantly shapes our understanding of Halakha. Rabbi Grossman explains how Maimonides' Mishneh Torah stands out from other halakhic codes, particularly in its detailed guidance on practices like observing Passover with a paschal lamb and instructions for when it is not available. Rabbi...2024-09-051h 10Modern Meathead Experience#57 - OvertrainingWant to learn more from us? Join the free online community: https://modernmeathead.circle.so/join?invitation_token=c8c35c98b4f0b477c421dff4ae6e3598273ab8bc-89739bd7-bed9-4ee3-bcdc-aa8ae8871089Time stamps:00:18 - Ethan's refreshing trip to Costa Rica03:34 - Lecture on failure training begins07:04 - Plotting the dose response curve09:26 - Relative vs absolute changes in hypertrophy12:40 - Individual variations in training responses14:44 - Understanding overtraining in training16:23 - Defining overtraining in endurance sports20:01 - Group performance and overtraining studies22:40...2024-08-2647 minModern Meathead Experience#56 - Ben on the Strong As F*ck PodcastJoin Ben's FREE online biomechanics community here: https://modernmeathead.circle.so/join?invitation_token=c8c35c98b4f0b477c421dff4ae6e3598273ab8bc-89739bd7-bed9-4ee3-bcdc-aa8ae8871089 2024-08-1948 minModern Meathead Experience#55 - Strength & The SaunaLearn more from us and get 1-1 help by joining my online community (7 day risk-free trial included!): https://modernmeathead.com/groupTime stamps:00:10 - Introduction to strength training discussion03:01 - Comparing bodybuilders and powerlifters04:49 - Oversimplified understanding of strength07:12 - Muscle appearance vs. actual mass08:49 - Enhanced lifters vs. natural lifters10:31 - Mental framework in strength training12:20 - Importance of multi-joint lifts14:45 - Benefits of low-cost cardiovascular adaptations16:10 - Sauna use for enhanced recovery18:21 - Sweating's potential health benefits20:39 - Mental toughness through discomfort22:32...2024-08-1230 minModern Meathead Experience#54 - The Long Length PanaceaLearn more from us and get 1-1 help by joining my online community (7 day risk-free trial included!): https://modernmeathead.com/groupTime stamps:00:11 - Introduction to long length muscle training02:37 - Defining the term "Panacea" in training09:25 - Importance of short position training11:42 - Big rocks vs small rocks analogy14:39 - Long-term vs short-term research insights23:30 - Joint alignment and resistance profile28:02 - Distinction between lengthened and stretch-mediated34:40 - Long muscle lengths vs. stretching duration39:36 - Importance of stability in exercise42:19 - Binary thinking in exercise effectiveness2024-08-051h 23Modern Meathead Experience#53 - Is Intensity Overrated?Learn more from us by joining our online community (7-day FREE trial): https://modernmeathead.com/groupTime stamps:00:57 - Hot Take podcast idea04:00 - Exercise load limitations for health06:01 - Reconsidering traditional exercise approaches09:00 - Impact of modern lifestyle on health10:36 - Balancing specificity and compound exercises18:22 - Strength and conditioning program in the NBA22:00 - Training intensity definitions and evolution26:18 - Transition from RP to RIR in training intensities28:31 - Evolution of the term "volume" in training discussions31:56 - Modern interpretation of training intensity and its...2024-07-221h 04Modern Meathead Experience#52 - Quads: The Complete Training & Anatomy GuideTo learn more from me, start your 7-day free trial to the online community: https://modernmeathead.com/groupTime stamps:00:00 - Introduction4:37 - Knee Structure & Motion13:56 - Patella18:02 - Soft Tissues24:44 - Quad Anatomy36:29 - Quad/Knee Kinetics52:47 - Quad Research1:27:37 - Quad Exercises1:47:47 - Programming2024-07-161h 51Modern Meathead Experience#51 - Exercise Hot TakesJoin the Modern Meathead Commuinity with a 1-week FREE trial: https://modernmeathead.com/groupTime stamps:0:02 - Hot takes from the sauna10:42 - Compound vs isolation exercises debate12:59 - Compound exercises as isolation and vice versa15:26 - Uselessness of compound and isolation terms22:13 - Training session relevance to compound and isolation exercises28:41 - Managing time and fatigue for effective goal alignment33:44 - Starting with a certain ethos35:43 - Managing time and fatigue during contest prep44:42 - Trainers talking loudly during challenging exercises49:14 - Importance of understanding time...2024-07-151h 19Modern Meathead Experience#50 - Why Ranking Exercises is DumbJoin our online community here: https://modernmeathead.com/groupTime stamps:0:56 - Discussing the trend of ranking exercises6:51 - Applying hierarchy concept to exercise selection10:59 - Unconscious fostering of biases in exercise selection21:32 - Training with partner assistance for reps31:59 - Research-based recommendations33:32 - Focus on specific muscle groups43:10 - Potential appearance differences in muscle groups45:38 - Impact of extreme variations in exercises54:27 - Influence of exercise variations on muscle size1:00:17 - Complexity of muscle interactions in training decisions1:05:44 - Importance of minor interventions in training...2024-07-081h 27Modern Meathead Experience#49 - Ben on the RDV PodcastSee the RDV Podcast here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6dZghYWV9urp2N7ZzT9CB2?si=c8ebdd9b743c4156Time stamps:0:32 - Misunderstandings about exercise2:59 - Importance of understanding resistance in exercise5:23 - Average gym-goer vs. modern Meathead perspective9:20 - Science aims to answer questions iteratively13:32 - Future of training likely to include both length and partials18:25 - Novelty in research and testing methods22:00 - Importance of anchors in exercise movements27:46 - Opening a can with proper technique29:31 - Using external objects to target specific muscles36:31...2024-07-011h 42Modern Meathead Experience#48 - How to Make Programming ChangesJoin our online community here with a 7-day free trial: https://modernmeathead.com/groupTime stamps:0:27 - Deciding on exercise changes post-competition4:55 - Assessing progress through data and visuals10:45 - Factors influencing performance and fatigue12:31 - Disconnect between muscle growth and performance21:51 - Importance of setting clear fitness goals27:56 - Emphasizing enjoyment and sustainability in training32:48 - Reflecting on individual training uniqueness34:20 - Concrete approach to increasing muscle group training37:00 - Progress measurement and training evolution43:32 - Letting go of training constraints50:10 - Understanding knee stress...2024-06-241h 39Modern Meathead Experience#47 - Ethan Returns - Lessons From CompetingJoin the Modern Meathead Community with a 7-day free trial here:Time stamps:0:51 - Addressing rumors and drama5:34 - Balancing life post-competition7:30 - Shifting focus to health and fitness9:22 - Transition between shows and current state10:54 - Impact of physique presentation in the industry18:04 - Contest prep duration and approach20:08 - Physiological impact of depletion and carb loading22:34 - Extreme carb loading process and its effects25:18 - Importance of following coach's guidance in bodybuilding27:34 - Managing contest prep independently30:29 - Balancing post-competition metabolic challenges33:03...2024-06-171h 12Modern Meathead Experience#46 - Ben on The Muscle Growth PodcastSee the Muscle Growth Podcast here: https://open.spotify.com/show/0TBy1wFQocjsf4MGqPVNKV?si=51d607cc87bd4690Time stamps:0:00 - Introduction to lifting journey4:07 - Discussing worst injuries from sports6:34 - Transitioning away from powerlifting9:59 - Discussing spinal extension and flexibility12:44 - Perspective on lifting, strength, and injury prevention19:40 - Importance of understanding individual experiences21:12 - Willingness to adapt technique over time23:00 - Caution against oversimplified fitness advice29:24 - Importance of anchoring in creating motion33:00 - Benefits and considerations of anchoring in exercises38:49 - Targeting...2024-06-101h 09Modern Meathead Experience#45 - Adam MeakinsFollow Adam here: https://www.instagram.com/adammeakins/Time stamps:0:26 - Delving into the intricacies of pain and injury2:30 - Common misconceptions about pain5:51 - Pain does not always indicate structural damage8:29 - Assessing pain and injury individually10:35 - Problems with pathologizing anterior pelvic tilt16:46 - Dealing with individual responses to pain misconceptions21:46 - Impact of social media on patient referrals24:32 - Integrating pain injury theory in conversations28:00 - Addressing accusations of self-inflicted injury31:13 - Importance of considering genetic factors in injuries32:46 - Importance of inflammation...2024-06-0356 minModern Meathead Experience#42 - Ben on the Key Nutrition PodcastSee Brad's Podcast here: https://open.spotify.com/show/1WMpz1zfTL8YSjBtshPUBU?si=adef9943fce149ccTime stamps:00:00 - Introduction04:29 - Ben's Background08:50 - Personal Training 11:30 - Content Creation17:06 - Good & Bad Exercises19:00 - Overtraining23:00 - Lengthened Position Training31:50 - Social Media Experts36:00 - Small Fires42:45 - Delt Pressing45:47 - Rethinking Mobility52:49 - Inertia1:03:40 - What Ben has changed his mind on 2024-05-131h 09Modern Meathead Experience#37 - Ben's Guide to Troubleshooting ExerciseTime stamps:00:00 Ben addresses Ethan's absence and upcoming competition.02:23 Injury is more complex than the simple equation of load versus tissue tolerance.06:32 Understanding stress and its impact on physical performance.09:07 Practical tips for troubleshooting exercise discomfort.20:03 Initial considerations for skill acquisition and exercise troubleshooting.22:09 Steps for assessing comfortable joint ranges and resisting resistance.26:23 Adjusting joint positions and resistance direction for exercise comfort.37:02 Exploring exercise variations beyond traditional movements.39:50 Understanding and Adjusting Range of Motion.46:50 Troubleshooting Exercise: Training Joints vs. Muscles.56:35 Adapting Workouts to Individual Needs.2024-04-081h 00Modern Meathead Experience#33 - Ben's Take on "Science"2024-03-1151 min
Household Faces with John Ross BowieLeslie Grossman (American Horror Story, The Good Place, Scandal)Leslie Grossman is today’s guest. You may know Leslie from roles in American Horror Story, Love Victor, The Good Place, Scandal, and more. Host John Ross Bowie and Leslie discuss these projects, playing multiple characters, performing in a ghastly wig, and their long friendship. All that and more on this week's episode of Household Faces!Listen to Household Faces Ad-Free on Forever Dog Plus:http://foreverdogpodcasts.com/plusFollow Household Faces:https://twitter.com/householdfaceshttps://www.instagram.com/householdfacesLeslie On:...2024-02-241h 12
Bite-Sized: A Twilight PodcastEp. 19 - Liza Minnelli Swan has a DreamIn the very nineteenth episode of Bite-Sized, Ben and Kim Grossman discuss Twilight - Scene 19 (24:54-25:31)! They talk about dreams, Liza Minnelli, and try to start some drama!We want to hear from you! Follow the show on social media (@bitesizedpod_ on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok) or email myfavoritetwilightpodcast@gmail.com to join the conversation!2023-10-2326 min
Jewish Ethics InstituteEnd of Life Lessons from Rav Chanina Ben TradyonJewish Ethics Institute - Rabbi Yossi Grossman2023-08-1655 min
Pro AV TodayHow AI Has Streamlined Digital Asset Management with Alex GrossmanIn this episode of Pro AV Today, host Ben Thomas engages in an insightful discussion with Alex Grossman, an industry expert with extensive experience in leveraging AI technology. They explore how AI has revolutionized the creative landscape, empowering writers, broadcasters, editors, and content creators to overcome technical challenges and enhance their productivity.Alex highlights the pivotal role of AI in the broadcast and asset management sectors, emphasizing the tremendous growth and impact it has had in recent years. He explains how AI tools, such as facial recognition, object recognition, and transcription capabilities, have transformed the way creators...2023-07-2024 min
Logistics with PurposeGetting Goods in the Hands of the Right Partners featuring Ben Grossman, Founder of SwagCycleCompanies spend thousands and thousands of dollars on ‘swag’ or promotional merchandise every year, but what happens when they change their logo or go through an acquisition? Swag Cycle helps companies repurpose and recycle items in a responsible, ethical, and affordable way, keeping unneeded swag out of landfills.In this episode of Logistics with Purpose, Kristi Porter and Luisa Garcia are joined by Ben Grossman, Co-President of Grossman Marketing Group and Founder of SwagCycle. Prior to assuming his current position, he was the director of his firm’s Green Marketing & Sustainability Practice and he founded SwagCycle in 2019, for wh...2023-07-2048 min
Delivering Marketing JoyDelivering Marketing Joy Episode 418 with Ben GrossmanDelivering Marketing Joy Episode 418 with Ben Grossman by Kirby Hasseman2022-11-2311 min
Voyager TalksSteve Grossman, Former MA State Treasurer, on decades of business and political leadership, closing the racial wealth gap, and the importance of listeningSteve Grossman, Former MA Treasurer and DNC Chair, and now the CEO of the Initiative for a Competitive Inner City, discusses running his family business for 25 years, reflections on both failed and successful campaigns, his advice for candidates, building trust as the new DNC Chair, leading the Democratic Party to pick up Congressional seats in the midterms (the first time in a President’s second term since 1822), depositing over $300 million of Treasury funds into community banks, how the ICIC is working to tackle the racial wealth gap, and advice from his grandfather that changed his life at 17.
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The Muck PodcastEpisode 124: Va Fanculo | Ben Lewis and Henry CuellarTina and Hillary cover the murder of Alderman Ben Lewis and US House Rep. Henry Cuellar.
Tina’s Story
Alderman Ben Lewis was a rising star in Chicago political circles. BUT when he’s found dead in his office, it begins a decades long mystery that remains unsolved today.
Hillary’s Story
Democratic congressman Henry Cuellar has voted alongside conservatives on issues like abortion. BUT an FBI raid and a progressive political challenger, Jessica Cisneros, could end his reign in Laredo, Texas.
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Tina's Story
ABC 7
50 years later, alderm...2022-05-181h 27
Decode Your Burnout (formerly Optimize Your Life)Gary Collins: Regain Your Freedom and Minimize Burnout Through the Simple LifeGary Collins was a “kid from nowhere who wanted to do better than his parents to escape “poorville.” He “did everything right” but got caught up in chasing the carrot. His burnout was a “blessing in disguise.” Now he shares his 3-legged stool of living a simple life, the exact principles that allowed him to have a total reset and “get back to old Gary.” If you’ve lost touch with who you were, don’t miss this interview on Decode Your Burnout. About Gary Collins: Gary Collins’s expert knowledge...2022-05-0332 min
Stellar Global Radio with Sam: Exploring the Stellar Blockchain and BeyondSXSW Special Live From The SXSW Stellar Lounge: Sam sits with Ben Grossman Senior Manager, Ecosystem Marketing at Stellar Development FoundationSam broadcasts LIVE from SXSW at the Stellar Lounge to bring you insights from the leaders of the Stellar Development Foundation as well as leaders from the blockchain industry.
In this segment, Ben Grossman (Senior Ecosystem Marketing Manager, SDF) chatted with Sam about the importance of evangelizing businesses and projects with the Stellar ecosystem, how marketing grants are being distributed by SDF to directly invest in companies’ user acquisition.
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Business Of BiotechAntibodies For Severe Allergies With IgGenix's Jessica Grossman, M.D.We love to hear from our listeners. Send us a message. In this wide-ranging discussion, IgGenix CEO Jessica Grossman, M.D. discusses the application of and market opportunity for antibody therapy for severe allergies, the gender gap in the biopharma c-suite, why women work harder than men, what it means to be a female biopharma leader, and IgGenix's approach at isolating and re-engineering allergen-specific IgE antibodies into IgG antibodies designed to alleviate — and possibly prevent — allergic cascade.Access this and hundreds of episodes of the Business of Biotech videocast under the Business of Bi...2022-04-0438 min
A Sherpa's Guide to InnovationE102: The Innovator's Prescription Renewed (Part 1)In 2009, Professor Clayton Christensen published The Innovator's Prescription: A Disruptive Solution for Health Care, with co-authors Dr. Jerome Grossman and Dr. Jason Hwang. Well over a decade later, Ben & Jay revisit this robust and insightful body of work with Ann Christensen, President & CEO of the Clayton Christensen Institute and Ann Somers Hogg, Senior Research Fellow, Health Care at the Institute. Much has happened in health care since 2009. But where are we in terms of disruptive solutions? These four Sherpas dig in deep on the past, present and future, guided by great theories.Please offer your thoug...2022-02-0258 minComputer AmericaParker Solar Probe, Canon's New Low-Light Sensor, 8K VR Headset w/ Ralph BondJanuary 28, 2022 Show NotesStory 1: NASA’s Parker Solar Probe is the first spacecraft to visit the sun’s atmosphereSource: ScienceNews.org Story by Lisa GrossmanLink: https://bit.ly/3E4iWF1NASA held a press briefing in December highlighting data from its Parker Solar Probe that earlier this year became the first craft to enter the sun’s atmosphere.The Parker Solar Probe left interplanetary space and entered the sun’s atmosphere this past April where it took measurements of exactly where this atmospheric boundary lies, wh...2022-01-2827 min
Getting BucketsGetting Buckets: Episode 36- Has player empowerment gone too far?In this weeks episode, Ethan and Jordan discuss the Kyrie Irving situation in Brooklyn, as well as the Ben Simmons situation in Philly. To end it off they give their early predictions for MVP, ROY, MIP and more!2021-10-1542 min
Succession StoriesNextGen Growth By Acquisition - Ben GrossmanHow acquisitions fuel growth at a multi-generational company. Ben Grossman is the Co-President of the Grossman Marketing Group, a fourth generation business he co-leads with his brother. With sustainability as a key priority, they employ acquisition strategies as a platform for expansion. Listen in as Laurie Barkman talks with Ben about their approach to M&A, including how they source deals, build strong trust based relationships with sellers, and integrate those companies into their organization without losing what makes them special and unique. There’s a ton of wisdom in this episode for NextGen leaders, and anyone on...2021-09-2041 min
International Sports NetworkTime to talk with TylerAlex and Ben join the show--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tyler-grossman/message2021-08-2556 min
Acquiring MindsPivoting to Swag in 7 Acquisitions Over 8 YearsTwo brothers took over a 110-year-old business in a stagnating industry. 7 acquisitions later, the future is bright.Key points from Ben's story:Ben Grossman & his brother pivoted their 110-year-old family business from printing to promotional products.The strategy was executed by acquisition: 7 of them from 2013 through 2021.Ben discusses the importance of treating sellers well to build a list of happy sellers that he can show future sellers as a reference.He explains how he uses suppliers to source leads on potential acquisitions.He also explains how to effectively work with business brokers.Reach Ben Grossman...2021-07-2036 min
Wealth ActuallyEP.87 FAMILY LEADERSHIP AND AN EVOLVING 111 YEAR OLD BUSINESS with BEN GROSSMAN"Shirtsleeves to shirtsleeves in three generations" is as old as commerce itself. Family enterprises rarely make it beyond three generations for many reasons. Today, we hear the story of the Grossman family from BEN GROSSMAN who co-operates the family business with his brother, David. They are fighting that "Shirtsleeves" phenomenon with an interesting set of tools and intention. In this podcast, we listen to their story of building the family business, managing transition and creating the conditions for success in future generations.GROSSMAN MARKETING GROUP was founded as the Massachusetts Envelope Company back in 1910. Ben Grossman and his brother, David...2021-07-0645 min
Family Business TodayEpisode 43: Changing with the Times Has Resulted in a Century-Old Family Business with Ben Grossman of Grossman Marketing GroupBen Grossman, along with his brother, David, are the 4th generation of family leadership and have been leading Grossman Marketing Group for ten years. Their family business was founded as Massachusetts Envelope Company in 1910 by Maxwell Grossman, whose lifelong dream was to own his own business. Now, 111 years since its founding, the company is a full-service resource helping clients with a broad range of traditional and digital marketing needs.
Ben Grossman holds a BA from Princeton University and an MBA from Columbia Business School. Prior to Columbia, Ben worked as a strategy consultant to Fortune 500 clients, as...2021-06-0742 min
Family Business TodayEpisode 43: Changing with the Times Has Resulted in a Century-Old Family Business with Ben Grossman of Grossman Marketing Group
Ben Grossman, along with his brother, David, are the fourth generation of family leadership and have been leading Grossman Marketing Group for ten years. Their family business was founded as Massachusetts Envelope Company in 1910 by Maxwell Grossman, whose lifelong dream was to own his own business. Now, 111 years since its founding, the company is a full-service resource helping clients with a broad range of traditional and digital marketing needs.Ben Grossman holds a BA from Princeton University and an MBA from Columbia Business School. Prior to Columbia, Ben worked as a strategy consultant to Fortune 500 clients, as...2021-06-0700 min
Sustainability ExploredSwagCycle: Upcycling of Branded Merchandise, with Ben GrossmanWhen companies rebrand or get acquired, branded merchandise with outdated logos and mottos often end up in a landfill before their actual material life is over. This is a very concerning and sad issue for the environment. Ben Grossman mobilized the resources of the 4th generation family business in marketing and created the platform of givers and takers that helps redistribute branded merchandise and keep it away from landfills for as long as possible. Tune in to the episode to learn how Ben and SwagCycle do it and hear inspiring and creative success stories. Enjoy it!Ben's LinkedIn: https...2021-05-1240 min
Sustainability ExploredSwagCycle: Upcycling of Branded Merchandise, with Ben GrossmanWhen companies rebrand or get acquired, branded merchandise with outdated logos and mottos often end up in a landfill before their actual material life is over. This is a very concerning and sad issue for the environment. Ben Grossman mobilized the resources of the 4th generation family business in marketing and created the platform of givers and takers that helps redistribute branded merchandise and keep it away from landfills for as long as possible. Tune in to the episode to learn how Ben and SwagCycle do it and hear inspiring and creative success stories. Enjoy it!
Ben's...2021-05-1240 min
Disruptive Successor PodcastEpisode 28 - How Does a 4th Gen Family Business Create a Legacy? My Interview with Ben & David GrossmanGrossman Marketing Group was founded as Massachusetts Envelope Company in 1910 by Maxwell Grossman, whose lifelong dream was to own his own business.Now, 111 years since its founding, brothers Ben and David Grossman are the 4th generations of family leadership. Today, the company is a full-service resource helping clients with a broad range of traditional and digital marketing needs.Ben Grossman holds a BA from Princeton University and an MBA from Columbia Business School. Prior to Columbia, Ben worked as a strategy consultant to Fortune 500 clients, as well as started and sold a sportswear and marketing...2021-05-1153 min
Radio Pájaros128. EL CERRO / Ismael Grossman y Manuelcha PradoLágrimas del cerro siguen filtradas entre nuestra sobrehistoria. Aquí se encuentran el disco 'Cosas' de Ismael Grossman con el disco 'Guitarra y cante del Ande' de Manuelcha Prado.
1. Trova de amor, Manuelcha Prado
2. Do Mayor, Ismael Grossman
3. Gavilancha, Manuelcha Prado
4. Antonia, Ismael Grossman
5. A Oropeza, Manuelcha Prado
6. Ben, Ismael Grossman
7. Siwargenticha, Manuelcha Prado
8. Eb, Ismael Grossman
9. Panorama Ayacuchano, Manuelcha Prado
10. Gotas, Ismael Grossman
11. Trilce, Manuelcha Prado2021-04-2700 min
The Business of FamilyBen Grossman - Co-President Siblings Stewarding a 111 Year Old Family BusinessGrossman Marketing Group was founded as Massachusetts Envelope Company in 1910 by Maxwell Grossman, whose lifelong dream was to own his own business.
Now, 111 years since its founding, Ben Grossman, along with his brother, David, are the 4th generation of family leadership. Today, the company is a full-service resource helping clients with a broad range of traditional and digital marketing needs.
Ben Grossman holds a BA from Princeton University and an MBA from Columbia Business School. Prior to Columbia, Ben worked as a strategy consultant to Fortune 500 clients, as well as started and sold a sportswear...2021-04-1250 min
Rabbi Dovy Grossman ClassesFrom Obligation to Privilege Week #14-Boruch Sh'amar https://www.sefaria.org/sheets/305369?editor=1L'zchus Refuah Sheleimah Moshe Boruch ben Sarah Tzivia2021-03-0530 minRabbi Dovy Grossman Classes19 Letters-Day 78-March 4th, 2021L'zchus-Refuah shleimah to Moshe Boruch ben Sarah Tzivia2021-03-0512 minRabbi Dovy Grossman ClassesSamuel II Chapter 20- January 20th, 2021 -Source sheet link www.sefaria.org/sheets/294059Sheva ben bichri2021-01-2154 minGetting BucketsGetting Buckets Episode 9 - Eastern Conference DreamsThis week Ethan is joined by Matt Rotlevi. They go over each of the Eastern Conference Teams that are currently in the bubble in Orlando. This conversation ranges from discussions about Khris Middleton, to Ben Simmons broken jumpshot. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter (@getbucketpod) and to subscribe to us on Apple/Spotify!2020-07-1952 min
Live from Crapper Creek, AlaskaPre-Sex Rituals, Oscar winning Ben Grossman Maria talks pre-sex rituals, more answers from "Ask Trooper Cooper, coronavirus insanity, a quiz show with the Mayor and former Alaskan and Oscar winning special effects man Ben Grossman chats about the next BIG thing in movies.on Twitter @Glennertainmenton Instagram: @crappercreekon Facebook: @crappercreekYoutube channel: Glenner Anderson 2020-07-0433 min
The Unforgiving60@RV18- David Olney, Dr Kate Baecher, Tempus Fugit Double Episode and Life on the Line SpecialIn this episode, Tim and Ben look back on their discussions with David Olney, Dr Kate Baecher and the amazing guests from their special Tempus Fugit double episode, before turning a very critical eye on their own performance in Alex Lloyd’s Life on the Line podcast.
As always, please let us know what you think! Good, bad or indifferent, we’d love to hear from you – please email debrief@unforgiving60.com.
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01:30 Reflections on Dave Olney
01:40 How we first came to be introduced to Dave Olney – through one of...2020-06-2143 min
The Thinking Drinkers PodcastArriba ándale ChicoThe chaps discuss Mexican wrestling and pollinating bats out of clocktowers while sipping the delicious Ocho tequila; and head to Californian college party town Chico to honour Ken Grossman, the brewer who changed the face of craft beer with Sierra Nevada Pale Ale.Sierra Nevada Pale Ale is available for £1.80 in supermarkets including Waitrose. Ocho Blanco Tequila is available from Whisky Exchange in 50cl bottles for £22.45.Next week: Ben & Tom are joined by special guest, the Frenchman Marcel Lucont, a flâneur, raconteur and bon-viveur, expert in charming women and...2020-05-2842 min
The Leader Equation#22 The Leader Equation Podcast - Leadership When It Counts: Live From the Epicenter with Vija WilliamsENTREPRENEURS - This might be the most important broadcast we've ever done. This is be relevant to many, and we received questions about how we're leading in the midst of this chaos. Vija Williams is the Director of Growth of Ben Kinney Brokerages, and leads more than 1,300 agents. She also happens to live in Kirkland, Washington - Ground Zero of COVID-19 in the U.S. Christy Belt Grossman & Linzee Ciprani consult & coach the top teams around North America. Vija has been on the frontlines for almost a month already, and we have been coaching clients on this for weeks...2020-05-011h 00International Sports NetworkQuarintine episode 8Ben Snyder joins the show--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tyler-grossman/message2020-05-0143 minInternational Sports NetworkQuarintine episode 7Ben Terry comes on the show--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tyler-grossman/message2020-04-2722 min
Echo ChamberECHO CHAMBER #24 – An Aleatoric Solo Duet with Ben Grossman At the end of September 2019, the Hurdy Gurdy player from Guelph, Canada, named Ben Grossman came to Marseille to play in the premier of Guillaume Orti’s “… ence” at the Festival Les Emouvantes. He stayed the weekend and we organized a concert in a beautiful cave in the stunning Calanques National Park just […]2020-04-1218 minThe Leader Equation#9 The Leader Equation Podcast - Jillene Snell and Vija Williams (Ben Kinney Companies)“His support when I fail makes me more bold.” -Wisdom from Jillene Snell on Episode 9 of The Leader Equation, talking about how her leader Ben Kinney empowers her to fail forward to success. Listen as Jillene and Vija discuss the challenges of someone running multiple businesses and all thing Ben Kinney Companies. We especially love how these relationships were built over time, and that so much time has been invested in how to THINK, not just how to DO.2019-12-111h 03
Bro Research RadioEpisode 12 with Ethan Grossman - All Things VolumeIn this Episode Ryan, Ethan, and I talk shop on the nuances surrounding some of the more technical issues in the training world. We don't give concrete answers and we all have different opinions, but if you love the extremely important yet granular details of the weight room and programming you will love this conversation. Tracking Volume and RPE/RIR1 to 1 for agonists and synergists? Sets to a 6 RPE vs. sets to a 9 RPE?Accounting for different strength curves in exercise selection and volume tracking?Accounting for position in exercise selection and volume tr...2019-08-051h 44
The Heroic Minds Podcast#50 - Dr. Daniel Grossman | Same GoalsDr. Daniel Grossman is an Emergency Medicine Physician without the use of his legs. A mountain biking accident brought a new normal into his life. In a mere 5 months Dr. Grossman went from being transported in a helicopter from the accident to learning how to drive without his feet to treating patients from a wheel chair. Getting ready in the morning takes Dr. Grossman 3 hours, and he doesn’t complain about it. He views and compartmentalizes the situation as his new normal that is now part of the path to his goals. His goals are to...2019-01-201h 06