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Brian J MatosBrian J MatosS3E5: From Dominance to Diffusion: Charles Kupchan on the Future of Global PowerIn this episode, Brian J. Matos sits down with Professor Charles Kupchan—renowned international relations scholar, former White House advisor, and senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations—for a deep dive into the rapidly changing global landscape. Together, they explore the decline of Western dominance and the emergence of a multipolar world, the erosion of liberal democratic norms, and the implications of new economic and technological forces on global stability. Kupchan offers a candid and strategic view of where international power is heading—and what role the United States may (or may not) play next. 2025-08-041h 13Brian J MatosBrian J MatosS3E4: Inside Illiberal Democracies – Strongmen, Institutions & the Global Struggle for Freedom with Fulton ArmstrongWhat happens when elections continue, but democratic values quietly erode? In this episode, Brian J. Matos sits down with veteran intelligence analyst and policy adviser Fulton T. Armstrong to explore the rise of illiberal democracies—governments where democratic structures exist in form, but not in function. Drawing from decades of experience in U.S. intelligence and foreign policy, including his current role with Syracuse University’s Maxwell School, Armstrong examines how leaders like Viktor Orbán and Nayib Bukele consolidate power, weaken institutions, and use populism to undermine liberal norms. Together, they explore: – The defi...2025-07-231h 08Brian J MatosBrian J MatosS3E3: War by Algorithm: Trust, Drones, and the AI Battlefield w/ LTC Paul LushenkoIn this thought-provoking episode, Brian is joined by Lieutenant Colonel Paul Lushenko—U.S. Army strategist, drone warfare expert, and co-editor of Drones and Global Order—to explore the evolving battlefield shaped by drones and artificial intelligence. Together, they unpack how drone warfare is changing military strategy, public perception, and international law. From Ukraine’s tactical drone advancements to the murky ethics of autonomous targeting and AI-driven decision-making, this conversation examines how lethal force is increasingly influenced by algorithms and automation. LTC Lushenko brings clarity to complex questions: How do military leaders balance effect...2025-06-031h 17Brian J MatosBrian J MatosS3E2: Geopolitical Flashpoints and the Decline of U.S. Influence — Irina Tsukerman on the Global Power ShiftAs global alliances realign and authoritarian regimes grow bolder, is the U.S. losing its grip on the world order it once led? In this episode, Brian welcomes back Irina Tsukerman — human rights attorney, geopolitical analyst, and president of Scarab Rising, Inc. — for a wide-ranging conversation on the evolving dynamics of international power. Irina offers sharp insights into the growing cooperation between China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea, the shifting role of non-state actors, and the ideological blind spots in current U.S. foreign policy. They discuss the rise of hybrid warfare, Eastern Europe's response to R...2025-05-231h 13Brian J MatosBrian J MatosS3E1: Why Space Science Still Matters: Kate Howells on Exploration, Innovation, and Public ImaginationIn this episode, Brian speaks with Kate Howells, Public Education Specialist at The Planetary Society, editor of The Planetary Report and former member of Canada's Space Advisory Board. Kate is a leading voice in global space science advocacy, helping connect the dots between cutting-edge exploration, public engagement, and the long-term benefits of science for society. Together, they explore the enduring value of space science, what drives public fascination with space travel, and how to keep exploration grounded in real-world impact. From national policy to citizen engagement, Kate shares her insights on where space fits into humanity’s fut...2025-05-121h 04Outlook on Radio WesternOutlook on Radio WesternOutlook 2025-04-07 - Brian's Big Apple AdventuresTaking a big bite out of life, brother/co-host Brian has returned from a birthday celebration trip to New York City and he’s back and telling us all about it. He shares about his accessible travel and airport experiences at Toronto Pierson, JFK, and LaGuardia, the music show “An Evening With Ida and Tsunami” at Bowery Ballroom he attended with friend/Outlook guest Nefertiti Matos Olivares on Birthday Eve, and another round (after his experience in London, England) and again he set up an exploration of a city with greeter organisation Big Apple Greeters to be shown around by a loca...2025-04-1359 minEmprendementexEmprendementexEmprendementex #250 Dr Alfredo MatosBienvenidos a Emprendementex 🚀🧠 Somos el primer podcast de emprendedores y empresarios... para emprendedores y empresarios. En este episodio #250 tenemos al doctor Alfredo Matos. 👥 Conéctate con nosotros: Síguenos en todas nuestras redes sociales para estar al tanto de los nuevos episodios y contenido adicional. Instagram: / losemprendementex TikTok: / brian_emprendementex ¡Suscríbete ahora y únete a nosotros en este viaje hacia un Panamá más positivo y lleno de esperanza! 🔔 Suscríbete y activa la campanita para recibir notificaciones cada vez que subamos un nuevo episodio.2025-03-0751 minBrian J MatosBrian J MatosS2E30: Season 2 Finale: Brian's Reflections on 2 Years of Conversations with YouBrian wraps up season 2 with his reflections on the topics covered over the past year and some memorable interviews with his guests over the past 2 years. Brian reviews critical topics that this podcast discussed long before they were mainstream topics, proving how this show keeps listeners ahead of the headlines, giving them a competitive advantage in planning for their future.  Listen to this show, then give us your perspective. Question for Brian? Email: info@brianjmatos.com or DM on X @BrianJMatos or find Brian on your favorite social media platform. Find more episodes like this at...2025-01-2525 minBrian J MatosBrian J MatosS2E29: Rethinking Money, Business and Economics w/ Phillip UllmannBrian interviews Phillip Ullmann, a self-described social business entrepreneur, with a track record of building disruptive business models that deliver value – measured as much by people, communities, and nature as by financial assets. In this conversation, Phillip shares his journey from transforming a family manufacturing business to exploring the concept of social enterprise. He discusses the challenges of implementing social enterprises in a profit-driven world and emphasizes the need for a paradigm shift in business practices. Ullmann advocates for rethinking money and economics, promoting a system that prioritizes community needs and the flow of resources. He highlights the...2025-01-201h 01Brian J MatosBrian J MatosS2E28: The Complexities of Ceasefire Deals with Marika SosnowskiBrian explores the legal and practical concepts of ceasefire deals with Marika Sosnowski, an Australian-qualified lawyer, a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Melbourne Law School and a Research Associate at the German Institute for Global and Area Studies (GIGA) in Hamburg. She works as a legal anthropologist with primary research interests in the fields of critical security studies (mainly ceasefires), local/rebel governance and legal systems, particularly issues around citizenship and belonging. In this conversation, Marika Sosnowski discusses the complexities of ceasefires, their definitions, historical context, and implications for governance in conflict zones. She emphasizes the need for...2024-12-241h 02Brian J MatosBrian J MatosS2E27: Navigating the Immigrant Experience w/ Raul Lomeli-AzoubelBrian interviews Raul Lomeli-Azoubel, Co-Founder, Chairman & Chief Community Officer at Welcome Tech, Inc., the “digital Ellis Island” and future global platform for immigration. Welcome Tech is a venture funded mobile tech platform helping immigrant communities connect to opportunity including optimal information, products and services they need to succeed in a new country. Currently focused on the U.S. Hispanic community, the largest immigrant community in the world, through its community platform SABEResPODER® (SEP). Prior to launching Welcome Tech, Raúl was Vice President of Diverse Growth Segments at Wells Fargo; he has also served as Press...2024-12-1659 minLocked On 49ers - Daily Podcast On The San Francisco 49ersLocked On 49ers - Daily Podcast On The San Francisco 49ersRAPID REACT: 49ers Come Out HOT vs Bears in 38-13 Blowout WinLive postgame following the San Francisco 49ers matchup with the Chicago Bears. Immediate reaction, analysis and Game balls for Week 14, including Kyle Shanahan's immaculate game plan, Isaac Guerendo's first start, the return of Talanoa Hufanga, three sacks from Yetur Gross-Matos and MORE! San Francisco 49ers fans are treated to daily news and analysis with Locked On 49ers, hosted by football analyst Brian Peacock and former NFL/AFL cornerback Eric Crocker. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…  🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LO49ers?sid=YouTube Locked On NFL Le...2024-12-0934 minBrian J MatosBrian J MatosS2E26: The Past, Present and Future of Kashmir with Dr. Mehmood HussainBrian speaks with Dr. Mehmood Hussain to discuss his authorship on the Kashmir conflict and the concept of "Responsibility to Protect" (R2P). Dr. Hussain is an Assistant Professor and Coordinator of the Department of International Relations at the University of Azad Jammu and Kashmir Muzaffarabad, Pakistan. His writings have appeared in the Chinese Political Science Review, East Asia Journal, Journal of Globalization Studies, Asian Journal of Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies, Regional Studies, and Central Asia Journal. Dr. Hhussain earned his doctorate in International Relations from the School of International & Public Affairs, Jilin University China.  Since 2018, he has b...2024-12-0459 minBrian J MatosBrian J MatosS2E25: Understanding Haiti: Misconceptions and Realities with Journalist, Fritznel OctaveBrian interviews Fritznel Octave, an award-winning journalist with over 25 years of experience covering Haitian news, culture, politics, economics and social justice. He serves as Haiti Editor for The Haitian Times online newspaper. An author, speaker and coach, Fritznel has committed his life to impactful storytelling and amplifying marginalized voices. His latest book, "Haiti Between Pestilence And Hope," offers readers a pathway to understand Haiti’s challenges and triumphs. With an inspiring vision, Fritznel encourages Haitians to draw strength from the ideals of the Haitian Revolution to create a brighter, safer future. The book aims to connect readers wit...2024-11-191h 07Brian J MatosBrian J MatosS2E24: How Climate Change Impacts Mental Health in Africa & Beyond w/ Svetlana OnyeBrian speaks with Svetlana Chigozie Onye, a climate justice advocate, writer, journalist, and researcher. In this conversation, Svetlana and Brian discuss the critical intersection of mental health and climate change, particularly in the context of African nations. She highlights the unique challenges faced by African countries, including the disproportionate impact of climate change despite low emissions, the role of transnational companies in resource extraction, and the need for better media coverage of these issues. Svetlana emphasizes the importance of integrating mental health into climate policies and the necessity for climate finance to address healthcare and infrastructure. She...2024-11-1053 minOutlook on Radio WesternOutlook on Radio WesternOutlook 2024-10-28 - A Monster Mixed Bag Monday With Nefertiti In Studio & Kerry & Barry In IrelandWhile Kerry is still in Ireland and away from the mic, this week there’s a special spot filler in her seat. We’re talking magic and monsters on what we’ve coined our Monster Mixed Bag show. This week on Outlook, the Fab Four return, including sister/co-host Kerry and boyfriend Barry in Northern Ireland and brother Brian and friend Nefertiti Matos Olivares, visiting from New York City, in studio after her first appearance as our guest back in July and the show where we visited Perkins School for The Blind in Watertown, Massachusetts as a group. Nef is visiti...2024-11-0959 minBrian J MatosBrian J MatosS2E23: Pathways to an Environmentally Sustainable Future w/ Demitri FierroBrian is joined by Demitri Fierro, a writer and a Sustainability and Stakeholder Strategist. He has published more than 100 articles to date on The Cool Down, where he is an avid contributor on subjects like electric vehicle adoption, wildlife conservation and climate tech. Demitri recently earned an MBA in Sustainable Solutions from Presidio Graduate School in San Francisco. For the last two years, he has served as Program Manager for the Consultancy Shadowing Program, as well as sustainability consultant for a variety of clients. Determined to apply his background to bring sustainable solutions to storytelling and media...2024-10-311h 03Brian J MatosBrian J MatosS2E22: A Conversation About Unaccompanied Migrant Children w/ Stephanie L. Canizales, PhDBrian interviews Stephanie L. Canizales, PhD, a researcher, author, and professor in the Department of Sociology at the University of California, Berkeley, where she is Faculty Director of the Berkeley Interdisciplinary Migration Initiative. She earned her PhD in Sociology from the University of Southern California (2018). Stephanie specializes in the study of international migration and immigrant integration, with particular interest in the experiences of Latin American-origin immigrants and their descendants in the United States. Over the last decade, Stephanie has focused her work on the migration and coming-of-age of unaccompanied children from Central America and Mexico in California a...2024-10-201h 08Brian J MatosBrian J MatosS2E21: The Existential Threat of Advanced AI w/ Prof. Demetrius FloudasBrian is joined by Professor Demetrius Floudas for a conversation on the risks and potential dangers of advanced artificial intelligence if not thoughtfully regulated.  Demetrius A. Floudas is a transnational lawyer, a legal adviser specializing in tech and an AI regulatory & policy theorist. With extensive experience, he has counseled governments, corporations, and start-ups on regulatory aspects of policy and technology. He serves as an Adjunct Professor at the Law Faculty of Immanuel Kant Baltic Federal University, where he lectures on Artificial Intelligence Regulation. Additionally, he is a Fellow of the Hellenic Institute of International & Foreign Law and a...2024-10-141h 17Brian J MatosBrian J MatosS2E20: Israel, Palestine, the Arab World and the Prospects for a Two-State Solution as of late 2024Brian interviews Hussein Ibish, senior resident scholar at the Arab Gulf States Institute in Washington. He is also a weekly columnist for The National (UAE) and Now Media, and a monthly contributing writer for The International New York Times. Ibish is also a regular contributor to many other American and Middle Eastern publications.  In this episode, we explore the history of the Isreali-Palestinian conflict, the barriers to a two-state solution, the roles of major state and non-state actors in the region and discuss the most likely scenarios for this conflict in the coming months and years. This convers...2024-10-071h 05Brian J MatosBrian J MatosS2E19: The State of Religion in the United States and the Future of Faith with Jake MeadorBrian interviews Jake Meador, editor-in-chief of Mere Orthodoxy and author of two books, In Search of the Common Good: Christian Fidelity in a Fractured World and What are Christians for?: Life Together at the End of the World. Jake also serves as a contributing editor with Plough and as a board member with the Davenant Institute.  The conversation explores the topic of church attendance as a proxy for religious activity in the United States. Jake discusses the "de-churching" movement, which refers to the significant decline in church attendance rates over the past 25 years. The conversation delves into the...2024-09-261h 10Brian J MatosBrian J MatosS2E18: Exploring Declining Fertility Rates w/ Demographer, Lyman StoneBrian interviews Lyman Stone, a demographer who discusses the global decline in fertility rates and the relationship between fertility and religion. Lyman explains that religious people tend to have more children and provide more support to other parents in their community. However, he also notes that fertility rates are declining among both religious and secular people. Stone emphasizes the importance of community and social support in influencing fertility decisions. He suggests that religious institutions can play a role in supporting higher fertility rates by encouraging and assisting families, as well as promoting the benefits of having children. He also...2024-09-1659 minBrian J MatosBrian J MatosS2E17: Brazilian Foreign Policy Perspectives with Gustavo Ribeiro (Part 2)Brian is joined by Gustavo Ribeiro, award-winning journalist and Founder/Editor-in-Chief of The Brazilian Report, an independent, English language news website covering Brazilian politics, economics and social issues.  This episode features part 2 of the conversation where Gustavo discusses Brazil's foreign policy and its unique position as the largest country in Latin America. Brian and Gustavo explore the Brazilian government's and society's perspective on regional and international issues, including Venezuela, Latin American integration, Brazil-US relations, the BRICS alliance, national security, and domestic politics. The discussion also touches on how Brazil has navigated international reactions to conflicts in Ukraine an...2024-09-0339 minLocked On 49ers - Daily Podcast On The San Francisco 49ersLocked On 49ers - Daily Podcast On The San Francisco 49ersInjury Update After Preseason Finale // 49ers Rookies Earning RolesInjury updates on Ricky Pearsall, Leonard Floyd and Yetur Gross-Matos. Isaac Guerendo takes a 93 yard kickoff return in a bid to earn a job in the running back rotation. Preseason notes on  fellow rookies Jacob Cowing, Malik Mustapha and Renardo Green. Brock Purdy says he feels ready to start the 2024 regular season. San Francisco 49ers fans are treated to daily news and analysis with Locked On 49ers, hosted by football analyst Brian Peacock and former NFL/AFL cornerback Eric Crocker. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…  🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LO49e...2024-08-2635 minBrian J MatosBrian J MatosS2E16: A Conversation on Brazilian Politics, Society, and Economics with Gustavo Ribeiro (Part 1)Brian is joined by Gustavo Ribeiro, award-winning journalist and Founder/Editor-in-Chief of The Brazilian Report, an independent, English language news website covering Brazilian politics, economics and social issues.  This episode features part 1 of the conversation where Gustavo explains the current political landscape in Brazil, including the major players and the current government under President Luis Inácio Lula da Silva. Ribeiro highlights the polarization in Brazilian society and the impact of politics on personal relationships. He also discusses the economic challenges faced by middle-income and lower-income families, including inflation and access to credit. Ribeiro touches on the ro...2024-08-2635 minBrian J MatosBrian J MatosS2E15: Latin American Foreign Policy: U.S.A., E.U., China, Russia, Israel & morePart 2 of Brian's conversation with Fulton Armstrong explores the global geopolitical perspective of Latin American nations. Fulton discusses the impact of Chinese influence in the region and the perception that the United States has stepped back from regional leadership. The conversation also touches on the internal political situation in Venezuela and the role of neighboring countries in finding a long-term solution. The discussion includes a segment on how Latin American nations think about the concept of "The Global South" and the changing dynamics in the global political, security, economic and cultural alliances. Brian and Fulton also discuss Latin American...2024-08-1938 minBrian J MatosBrian J MatosS2E14: How Violence, Weak Institutions, and Climate Change Fuel Latin America's Migration CrisisFulton Armstrong and Brian explore the origins of the migration challenges in Latin America, focusing on the push and pull factors that drive people to leave their home countries. They discuss the role of violence, weak institutions, and climate change as major drivers of migration. The conversation also delves into the issue of gangs and drug cartels in the region, highlighting their impact on violence and instability. The discussion concludes with a reflection on the challenges faced by Latin American countries in addressing these issues and the need for stronger institutions and regional cooperation. The conversation also explores U...2024-08-1159 minExpositors CollectiveExpositors CollectivePastoral Ministry Beyond the Pulpit - Brian Brodersen, Kike Tores, Richard Cimino, Manolo MatosBrian Brodersen, Kike Tores, Richard Cimino, Manolo Matos speak with Mike Neglia about the intricacies of pastoral ministry, beyond the obvious and public preaching responsibilties. These wise men highlight the roles and needs of pastors in nurturing and developing mature followers of Jesus. It addresses the challenges pastors face, the importance of pastoral teams, and strategic investments. The conversation also examines church growth motives, the significance of faithfulness to God's calling, and the necessity of being in the right position within the church. It concludes with a reflection on redefining success in pastoral ministry. This conversation was...2024-08-0651 minBrian J MatosBrian J MatosS2E13: Understanding Trends, Staying Ahead of the Next Big StoryThis episode is a thank you message to the listeners and a recap of the topics covered so far in Season 2 that include issues being discussed on this show well before they emerge in legacy media coverage. Brian emphasizes the importance of understanding big global trends and the benefits of staying ahead of the next big story, so you can confidently make informed decisions for yourself, your business, your family and your community. Some of the topics covered first on this program that emerged into mainstream consciousness include the path to the presidency for women (discussed before the nomination...2024-08-0409 minOutlook on Radio WesternOutlook on Radio WesternOutlook 2024-07-15 - Scars & The Oscars, the “Voice” of Nefertiti Matos OlivaresRight before our end-of-the-month group trip to Maine and Boston we wanted to meet and speak with Nefertiti Matos Olivares, who describes herself as using her “voice” in the creation and narration of culturally competent audio description as a first-generation brown-skinned American woman, for another Disability Pride month chat on the podcast. This week on Outlook we’re talking with Nefertiti (audio describer and member of The Social Audio Description Collective), whom we meet virtually for this recording and then in person soon after, about her work with Descriptive Video Works (Canadian company and North American leader in audio description) and ab...2024-08-0359 minBrian J MatosBrian J MatosS2E12: The US-China Cyber Rivalry with Foreign Policy Magazine Reporter, Rishi IyengarRishi Iyengar, the global technology reporter for Foreign Policy Magazine, joins Brian for a conversation on the US-China cyber rivalry and the strategic objectives of both countries in cyber space. He explains that the US sees itself as a cyber defender, focusing on critical infrastructure protection, while China has shifted its tactics to become a disruptive cyber actor. The discussion also covers the US-China competition in AI, with the US aiming to win the AI race and China prioritizing AI development. The discussion extends to the TikTok controversy, Europe's approach to the US-China rivalry, and the challenges of cyber...2024-07-281h 02Brian J MatosBrian J MatosS2E11: How Women Win the Presidency in Latin America and Beyond w/ Catherine Reyes-Housholder, PhDCatherine Reyes-Housholder, PhD, joins Brian for a conversation about women in positions of political power in Latin America and beyond, particularly their rise to the presidency.  Catherine is an Assistant Professor at the Institute of Political Science within the Pontifical Catholic University of Chile. She is also an Associate Researcher at the university's multi-disciplinary Center for Social Conflict and Cohesion Studies (COES). Catherine earned her PhD in Government from Cornell University in 2017. In this episode, we explore the different routes women take to win the presidency, such as through major challenger parties or incumbent parties wh...2024-07-131h 02Brian J MatosBrian J MatosS2E10: Using AI to Improve Access to Mental Health Care ServicesAs the need for mental health care services continues to rise across the world, access to the system of care continues to be a major challenge. A shortage of mental health care providers combined with confusion about how to seek help in a complex, often siloed care system has led to needless suffering for individuals and families. Ben Carrington, a cancer biologist turned entrepreneur, joins Brian for a converation about the use of artificial intelligence in expanding access to mental health care services. Ben discusses his journey into the field of digital health and his work at Limbic AI...2024-07-0758 minBrian J MatosBrian J MatosS2E9: A Conversation About Public Safety with Award-Winning Filmmaker and Best-Selling Author, Matthew SolomonMatthew Solomon, a filmmaker and conflict resolution expert, joins Brian for a conversation about his documentary, Reimagining Safety, and the growing demands for new approaches to ensure public safety. Matthew shares his personal experiences growing up in a diverse community and witnessing differences in how local police interacted with his friend groups. He explains how his background in sociology and anthropology, as well as the events of the Rodney King beating and the LA riots, shaped his passion for social justice and eventuall led to his decision to make the documentary. In addition to previewing the content...2024-06-191h 00Brian J MatosBrian J MatosS2E8: Preventing Human Trafficking and Abuses in Sports with Claudia VillaWhile the world watches in amazement as the best athletes on Earth compete for the top global prizes in their respective sport, there are criminals lurking in the shadows of these events and behind the scenes.  Joining Brian to discuss the dark sidelines of these international competitions is Claudia Villa. She is an International Safeguarding Specialist & Consultant with experiences working in humanitarian and sport safeguarding, including International Sport Federations, National Governing Bodies, Sport Governance and Management as well as Major Event Hosting.   As a Safeguarding Advisor, Claudia ensures that the Centre for Sport & Human Rights’ safe...2024-05-3059 minBrian J MatosBrian J MatosS2E7: An Update on Cybersecurity Threats, Ransomware Attacks and the Potential Role of AI w/ Diegesis CEO, Nick DenningNick Denning, Diegesis CEO, joins Brian for a second conversation on the current and emerging challenges in cybersecurity that every leader needs to know to protect their organization and the public should be aware of. Season 1, Episode 6 was the first converstion for those who want a refresher. In this conversation, Brian and Nick discuss the increasing publicity of ransomware attacks and data breaches, as well as the challenges businesses face in protecting themselves from the growingh threat. They explore the impact of cyber attacks on insurance programs and the difficulty in obtaining insurance coverage for ransomware. They...2024-05-131h 27Brian J MatosBrian J MatosS2E6: Protecting Ourselves Against Artificial Intelligence Abuses w/ David Evan Harris Brian interviews David Evan Harris, a Chancellor’s Public Scholar at UC Berkeley and a continuing lecturer at the Haas School of Business. The main topic of the conversation is the race to safeguard against the risks of artifical intelligence misuse.   David teaches courses including AI Ethics for Leaders; Social Movements & Social Media; Civic Technology; and Scenario Planning & Futures Thinking. Harris is an affiliated faculty member with the Center for Information Technology Research in the Interest of Society (CITRIS); Center for Latin American Studies; Center for Equity, Gender, and Leadership (EGAL); and the Business and Public Policy Group at UC Ber...2024-04-281h 19Brian J MatosBrian J MatosS2E5: Rethinking the U.S. Education System & Supporting Teachers w/ Matthew Ebert Brian interviews Matthew Ebert, founder and principal of Ebert Educational Consulting and a former Baltimore Public School principal, about the state of the education system in the U.S. Matthew has 20+ years of experience in education, primarily focused on school leadership in urban settings. Matthew's consulting is grounded in his experiences as a teacher, director of academic innovation, academy leader, and a decade of successful leadership as a public charter school principal.    The conversation starts with an overview of the fundamental structure and philosophy of the American education system including the distinction between neighborhood schools and charter schools as well as...2024-04-101h 15Brian J MatosBrian J MatosS2E4: Qigong, Sound Therapy and Natural Healing Practices w/ Jennie Chan, Founder of Spectra WellbeingBrian interviews Jennie Chan, a Chinese medicine practitioner, Qigong (pronounced chee-guhng) instructor and founder of Spectra Wellbeing, a wellness company promoting the practice of Qigong in individivual and group settings.  Brian and Jennie explore her personal story from high-powered, high-stress finance professional to traditional medicine practitioner. In this conversation, Jennie explains the different aspects of traditional Chinese medicine, including acupuncture, herbal remedies, and physical practices like Tai Chi and Qigong and their observed and potential benefits to our overall health. Qigong, specifically, is a mindfulness practice that combines movement, breathwork, and meditation to nurture and c...2024-04-0153 minBrian J MatosBrian J MatosS2E3: How Demographic Shifts Are Changing Politics, Business, Culture and Society w/ Bradley Schurman, Founder and CEO of Human ChangeBrian welcomes demographic consultant, Bradley Schurman, back to the series for an updated and in-depth conversation on how key demographic trends are likely to impact politics, business, culture and societies around the world in the years to come. Bradley stands at the forefront of navigating the complexities of demographic evolution as the visionary Founder and CEO of Human Change, an entity born from his earlier initiative, The Super Age. He is also Co-Founder of #NewRules Media a newsletter and forthcoming podcast centered around resilience, innovation, and new ways to navigate the complexities of our turbulent and sharply divided times.2024-03-241h 07Brian J MatosBrian J MatosS2E2: Populism, Nationalism and the Rule of Law in Europe with Professor Carlo RuzzaBrian is joined by Carlo Ruzza, Senior Professor of Political Sociology at the University of Trento School of International Studies, for a conversation on populism, nationalism, the rule of law and their interplay in the global political landscape. Carlo provides insights into the definitions and interpretations of these concepts and discusses how populist parties, especially across Europe, challenge the traditional understanding of the rule of law. Brian and Carlo also examine the rise of populist, nationalist leaders and the potential impact of their policies.  Learn more about Carlo and his work: Websites: https://www.carloruzza.net/ an...2024-03-171h 08Locked On 49ers - Daily Podcast On The San Francisco 49ersLocked On 49ers - Daily Podcast On The San Francisco 49ers49ers Revamp Defensive Line in Free Agency // Maliek Collins Replaces Arik ArmsteadThe San Francisco 49ers have been busy signing free agents Leonard Floyd, Yetur Gross-Matos and Jordan Elliot, while trading for defensive tackle Maliek Collins. Eric Kendrick backs out of a contract. Are the 49ers done, and what does this tell us about the draft?   San Francisco 49ers fans are treated to daily news and analysis with Locked On 49ers, hosted by football analyst Brian Peacock and former NFL/AFL cornerback Eric Crocker. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…  🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LO49ers?sid=YouTube Locked O...2024-03-1435 minBrian J MatosBrian J MatosS2E1: Artificial Intelligence (AI) Uses, Risks & Ethics for Startups & Tech Companies w/ Peyman PouryektaPeyman Pouryekta is a consultant and advisor to tech industry startups, helping them create stronger, more focused teams and leaders. In recent years, Peyman has worked with venture capital firms, directly with startups as a strategic advisor and has served in C-Level positions. In these roles, Peyman coaches his clients how to set strategy, develop world class products and evaluate technology needs as they scale up their operations. Among his many career achievements, Peyman joined an AI company as one of the first employees and helped grow that company from the ground up as Director of Engineering...2024-03-0754 minBrian J MatosBrian J MatosEp. 31 - Season 1 Finale: Reflections, Personal Thoughts on Aging, Previewing Season 2Brian wraps up season 1 with his reflections on the topics covered over the past year and some memorable interviews with his guests. He takes a few minutes to share the most popular episodes based on downloads from season 1 as well as important conversastions included in his "Innovation Series".  Brian then takes a few minutes to follow up on the topic of healthy aging, covered in episodes 18 and 23 with Tina Woods and Nic Palmarini. He has a special request of his middle age and younger listeners related to the topic of aging and seeking council from elders. 2024-02-1244 minBrian J MatosBrian J MatosEp. 30 - Alexander Motyl, Rutgers University professor and Eastern European expert, on the Ukraine/Russia War  Brian interviews Alexander Motyl, Rutgers University political science professor and deputy director of the school's Division of Global Affairs. Alexander is noted for his prolific writings on contemporary politics in Eastern Europe, Ukraine, and Russia, as well as for more theoretical explorations into the nature of nationalism, empire, and revolution. Over the past two and a half decades, he has written six books of nonfiction and contributed dozens of articles to academic and policy journals, newspaper op-ed pages, and magazines.     This conversation explores the state of the conflict in Ukraine as of early 2024, the perspectives of the combatant leaders and gover...2024-02-041h 21Brian J MatosBrian J MatosEp. 29 - Louisa Ha, Ph.D., Media & Communications Professor/Expert, on Evolving Mass Media Trends and RisksBrian interviews Louisa Ha, Ph.D., professor in the School of Media and Communications at Bowling Green State University in the U.S. state of Ohio. She is the Founding-Editor-in-Chief of Online Media and Global Communication, and also the former editor of Journalism and Mass Communication Quarterly, the flagship journal of the Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication. She is the founder and chair of the Emerging Media Research Cluster in the School of Media and Communication.  Her vast research expertise includes misinformation, social media influencers, online videos, new media business models, social and mobile media...2024-01-181h 10Brian J MatosBrian J MatosEp. 28 - Grace McNamara, CEO of Exercise Intelligence, on Personalized Healthcare and EntrepreneurshipBrian interviews Grace McNamara, CEO of Exercise Intelligence, about her company and its personalized healthcare app, one that can be prescribed by a doctor who can use it to monitor adherance to a care plan. Grace emphasizes the need for personalized exercise programs and meaningful incentives to encourage adherence. Grace highlights the powerful role of exercise in managing various conditions and the need for proven behavior change methodologies. She also discusses the integration of exercise into healthcare systems and the barriers faced in doing so. Grace also shares advice for entrepreneurs and the importance of finding a work-life fit. 2024-01-151h 01Brian J MatosBrian J MatosEp. 27 - Irina Tsukerman, human rights and national security lawyer and consultant, on international affairs and national security issues Brian speaks with Irina Tsukerman, a human rights and national security lawyer, the Editor in Chief of The Washington Outsider and President of Scarab Rising, Inc., a strategic advisory firm. After graduating from Fordham University School of Law, Irina built a professional practice focused on relentlessly championing underreported international causes, especially through publications, media appearances, interviews, and organizing major international events. A prolific writer, her work appears regularly in US, European, Middle Eastern, and other international publications, including Newsweek, Modern Diplomacy, Arab News, Begin-Sadat Center, The Jerusalem Post, Small Wars Journal, and American Spectator. Interviews with Irina have appeared in th...2024-01-051h 08Brian J MatosBrian J MatosEp. 26 - Alison Crosthwait: Former Psychotherapist Discusses Alternative Medicine, Treatments and Therapies Brian is joined by Alison Crosthwait, a former Wall Street professional, who shares her journey from traditional psychotherapy to alternative medicine. The conversation explores the emerging topic of alternative health care options, espeically related to mental health disorders. Alison talks about the importance of happiness and the challenges and obstacles people face in finding it. Traditional approaches to mental health care are discussed, along with the limitations and benefits of psychotherapy. Brian and Alison then explore the concept of alternative medicine, and various tools used in this field, such as breath work, physical movement, active imagination, hypnosis, affirmations, and psychedelics.     Key...2024-01-031h 16Brian J MatosBrian J MatosEp. 25 - Greta Uehling, Cultural Anthropologist and author of “Everyday War”, on Life in the Ukrainian War Zone In this conversation, University of Michigan cultural anthropologist Greta Uehling discusses the impact of war on Ukrainians and the challenges they face in everyday life. She shares insights from her research in Ukraine, including the dynamics of living in occupied territories and the effects of war on relationships and communities. Uehling also explores the cultural diversity of Ukraine and the importance of "cognitive de-occupation" in any post-war reconciliation process. The conversation highlights the need for a nuanced understanding of war and its long-term effects, as well as the lessons that can be applied to other conflict zones. Greta also shares...2023-12-291h 04Brian J MatosBrian J MatosEp. 24 - Dr. Romit Bhandari, Senior Lecturer, University of East London, on Migration Laws and PolicyIn this episode, Brian speaks with Dr. Romit Bhandari, an experienced legal academic, consultant and editor with a focused interest in human rights and international refugee law. He joins the show to have an in depth conversation about the fundamentals of laws governing migration across international borders. Romit is the author of Human Rights and the Revision of Refugee Law, which addresses the relationship between International Refugee Law and International Human Rights Law. In this conversation, Romit and Brian discuss the definitions and parameters of refugee law, focusing on the concepts of refugees, asylum seekers...2023-12-261h 05Brian J MatosBrian J MatosEp. 23 - Nic Palmarini, Director of the UK National Innovation Center for Ageing, on Growing Old While in Good HealthNick Palmarini, the director of the UK National Innovation Center for Ageing, joins Brian for a discussion on the importance of innovation in addressing the challenges of aging. He emphasizes the need to focus on our long term quality of life as measured by overall health rather than simply number of years lived. If we live to be 100, but that last 40 years were spent in poor health, with limited monbility and independence, can we really call that a success as a society? In this episode, Brian and Nic discuss all aspect of aging including the intersection of...2023-12-1854 minBrian J MatosBrian J MatosEp. 22 - Brian Mahony, CEO, Trender Research: The Evolution of Streaming Media and Consumer TrendsBrian Mahony, CEO and Founder at Trender Research and the President of the OTT Executive Community is the special guest for this episode. He joins the show to discuss consumer trends in broadcasting, content creation, film, and streaming. He has developed a 50,000+ member executive-level community engaging in research, consulting, events, webinars, white papers, and expert witness services. Brian has over 25 years of experience leading strategy, product management, business development, sales and marketing teams. Over the years, he has launched over 20 technology-based products or services, several of which have received “product of the year” awards by vari...2023-12-1037 minBrian J MatosBrian J MatosEp. 21 - Ashley Rodriguez, Media Editor at Insider on Trends in Mass Media ConsumptionIn this episode, Brian explores trends in the mass media industry and rapidly evolving media consumption habits across all age groups. Ashley Rodriguez, media editor at Insider, joins Brian for this conversation. She covers the future of the television industry, such as how streaming-video companies like Netflix and Hulu are changing the concept of TV, how legacy TV companies like Disney and NBCUniversal have adapted, and how the evolution of the TV bundle continues to seek a sweet spot with subscribers. Ashley also writes about the intersection of sports media and gambling, including companies like ESPN and...2023-11-171h 04Brian J MatosBrian J MatosEp. 20 - Sharon Goldman, VentureBeat Senior Writer/Editor on the Business of Artificial IntelligenceSharon Goldman is a Senior Writer and Editor at VentureBeat, an online news site focused on helping leaders in the sector make intelligent decisions around AI, machine learning and data. She has been a journalist for 25 years, devoting the last 12 years to examining the impact of AI and technological developments on business. She has contributed to and written articles for Forbes.com, Business Insider and Deloitte, alongside many other business-oriented publications, being at the forefront of the introduction of AI tools such as ChatGPT and DALL-E-2. In this wide ranging conversation on the...2023-11-151h 13Brian J MatosBrian J MatosEp. 19 - Sophie Thompson, VirtualSpeech CEO: Virtual Reality Training & Generative AIIn this episode, Brian explores the world of virtual reality and specifically its integration into corporate trainings with the CEO and co-founder of VirtualSpeech, Sophie Thompson. Sophie co-founded her UK-based company in 2016 as a way to overcome her fear of public speaking. She realized that VR was uniquely positioned to help people practice skills in a safe environment and build their skills and confidence for real-world situations.  In just 18 months of using VR, Sophie went from being too anxious to order food at a restaurant to being interviewed live on BBC World News. Sophie’s jou...2023-11-121h 00Brian J MatosBrian J MatosEp. 18 - Tina Woods: Living Longer and HealthierBrian is joined by healthy aging expert Tina Woods who is the CEO and Founder of Collider Health, an organization that works with public and private sectors to drive sustainable and innovative transformations in human health. Amongst other roles, Tina is also the Health and Longevity Champion for the UK National Innovation Centre for Ageing, aiming to accelerate ageing intelligence and secure UK Research I's strategic aims to ensure better health, ageing and wellbeing in the UK and globally. She is also Co-Founder and CEO of Business for Health, a business-led coalition of socially responsible employers, purchasers...2023-10-301h 04The Animal HeartbeatThe Animal Heartbeat10: Prof Brian Scansen, on Pulmonary Valve StenosisMessage our hosts, Kieran and Jose.Pulmonary valve stenosis has become the most common congenital heart disease in dogs, and changes to the breeding population of dogs across the world over the last 20 years has seemingly influenced the morphology of the disease that we identify. In turn, this has posed challenges to cardiologists in terms of selecting the best diagnostic methods and approaches to treatment. In this episode, join Kieran and Jose as they interview Professor Brian Scansen from Colorado State University - interventionist, researcher, teacher and pioneer - and discuss their thoughts on the management of...2023-09-2557 minBrian J MatosBrian J MatosEp. 17 - David Allison: Shared Values Replacing Demographics as the Best Way to Understand PeopleBrian is joined by David Allison, the founder of Valuegraphics, a prominent research company with organizations such as Paypal, Google and the United Nations Foundation embracing this new way to look at predictive business insights. He joins the program to discuss how shared human values make marketing campaigns more effective, eliminating guesswork and improving their ROI. David's research and insights conclude that shared human values impact the decisions that individuals make more than any traditional demographic grouping of age, gender, geopraphy or ethnicity. A writer, global researcher and consultant, his bestselling book, The Death of Demographics, looks a...2023-09-161h 11Brian J MatosBrian J MatosEp. 16 - Labor Day Reflections: Brian's Thank You To Workers EverywhereBrian reflects on the world's essential workers and the value and nature of work in 2023. He offers a view on the currency of respect for workers who may not be highly valued by the market but are critical to our society. He also offers business leaders and young, aspiring leaders alike advice on how to think about their workforce and all those who make our comfortanble lives possible. The theme of the show is gratitude and acknowledgement for those who toil in fields, factories, classrooms, hospitals and shops to serve all of our modern civilization's essentials needs. 2023-08-3030 minBrian J MatosBrian J MatosEp. 15 - Kerry-Ann Betton Stimpson: A Chief Marketing Officer's PerspectiveBrian is joined by Kerry-Ann Betton Stimpson, Chief Marketing Officer at the JMMB Group and producer and host of The Internal Marketing Podcast. She specifically focuses on empowering employees in the workplace, so that they become any brand or company’s best advocates. As a coveted speaker, she addresses companies across the world on how to cater to 21st century consumers. She examines the importance of word-of-mouth transactions in "dark social" forums and building strong brand identities through internal marketing. Kerry-Ann has 20 years of experience in financial services marketing, working with JMMB, a bank headquartered in Jamaica, bu...2023-08-241h 06Brian J MatosBrian J MatosEp. 14 - Too Risky: Rising Insurance Costs Threaten Economic GrowthBrian reflects on the first 13 episodes of the podcast, previews upcoming guests and offers an editorial monologue on the impact of frequent disasters on insurance markets. Brian shares his concerns about the growing cost of insurance premiums for ordinary families around the world as they need to hedge bigger and more costly disaster risks. What happens to the global economy when insuring homes, cars, health care and businesses become prohibilitely expensive? What behaviors does that change and what risks become too great to take, even for middle and upper income households? This is just a conversation starter...2023-08-1843 minCultivate - Calvary Chapel Church PlantingCultivate - Calvary Chapel Church PlantingPlanting Churches in South America - Monolo Matos & John BonnerWelcome to another episode of the Cultivate Church Planting Podcast. I'm your host Brian Kelly, and today, we're diving into a story that's as rich as the soil south of the equator. Our guests today, Monolo Matos from Calvary Chapel Lima, and John Bonner of CCBC Peru, have a passion to see new churches planted in this thriving region. We'll explore the history of Christianity in Peru, the current gospel response, and the hunger for new churches. Monolo and John shed light on why South America should be a priority for church planting, highlighting challenges that demand...2023-08-1434 minBrian J MatosBrian J MatosEp. 13 - Richard Hollis: Risk Mitigation in CyberspaceRichard Hollis joins Brian from London, England for a frank and eye-opening conversation on the threats we all face from web-based criminals and other bad actors in cyberspace. Richard is the CEO of Risk Crew, a London-based, cyber security risk management consulting firm. He has worked in the industry for over 30 years, developing his experience across the private sector, government and military roles.  Richard is a celebrated public speaker, and his articles can be found in a wide range of industry magazines including Wired, SC, InfoSec and Security Penetration Testing magazine. Unique to his sector, h...2023-07-241h 03Brian J MatosBrian J MatosEp. 12 - Josh Penner: Veteran, Mayor & Entrepreneur Using AI to Better Serve the Public GoodBrian is joined by Joshua Penner, CEO and Founder of AI start up Inquisio.AI, the mayor of Orting, Washington and the author of Strategy in 60 Minutes. Alongside his work as a small city Mayor, Josh's goal with Inquisio.AI is to make government more effective and more accessible through its databases of policies and ordinances. As an veteran of the U.S. Marine Corp., he has a unique view on leadership and credibility, developing it, maintaining it, and making collaboration a part of it. His educational background includes Business Administration & Management with strategy, becoming a core part of h...2023-07-101h 03Brian J MatosBrian J MatosEp. 11 - Lucy Jung: Improving The Quality of Life For People With Parkinson's DiseaseOn the show today, Brian is joined by Lucy Jung, the CEO of Charco Neurotech, a MedTech start-up that has created a non-evasive device for managing the symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease. More than 10 million people across the world suffer from the stiffness and slowness attributed to Parkinson’s. The CUE1 device has been successfully tested by patients who have claimed reduced symptoms by 9.3 points, three times the level of the common methods of managing the condition.  Lucy speaks to Brian about the early results her company's device, the theories behind why it may be an effective treat...2023-07-0454 minBrian J MatosBrian J MatosEp. 10 - Lisa Patel: A Compassionate CEO On The Cutting Edge of Modern Drug ResearchBrian is joined by Lisa Patel, the CEO and co-founder of the drug discovery and development company, Istesso. They work in the emerging field of immunometabolism, which aims to find new and better treatments for autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis and potentially even various forms of cancer. Before joining Istesso, Lisa worked at GlaxoSmithKlein for 10 years, as a team leader in the Cardiovascular Centre of Excellence and latterly as a group leader in Clinical Pharmacology and Discovery Medicine. Lisa earned a PhD in molecular genetics, a degree in biochemistry and an MBA. Her experience and...2023-06-2659 minGAYBC Happy HourGAYBC Happy HourGAYBC Happy Hour | Week of June 18, 2023On this week's episode of the GAYBC Happy Hour, Richie Roy, Johnny Mac and Chick Maxson discuss a variety of topics around LGBTQ+ Pride.The conversation starts with history and the modifications to the Pride Flag. The hosts also talk about news related to pride and the threats that Pride celebrations face in this new era of intolerance and disparagement of the community by elected officials and homo- and trans-phobic actions on the part of legislative bodies.A discussion of book banning, unsafe places for LGBTQ+ people to travel, and some head-scratching pet peeves of...2023-06-181h 50Brian J MatosBrian J MatosEp. 9 - Reflections On Memorial Day 2023Brian pauses to reflect on the meaning of Memorial Day in the United States and offer some thoughts on remembering those who payed the ultimate price in the name of defending the ideals of freedom and liberty.  For the global audience, Brian shares a brief history of the U.S. holiday and at the end of the show, weighs in on how to balance the solemnity of the occassion with the natural inclination to celebrate the first full weekend of summer across much of the U.S.  Check out past episodes of the show on th...2023-05-2920 minBrian J MatosBrian J MatosEp. 8 - Bradley Schurman: How Demographic Trends Are Changing Our DestiniesBradley Schurman joins Brian for a virtual conversation from Washington, D.C. He is the author of THE SUPER AGE: DECODING OUR DEMOGRAPHIC DESTINY as well as the founder and CEO of Super Age, a global research and advisory firm, that counsels clients on workforce recruitment and retention, inclusive design, and marketing and communication strategies. Bradley is an expert on demographic change and how it disrupts social, cultural, political, and economic norms across the United States and around the world.  He’s written for Newsweek, been quoted by Esquire, Car and Driver, The Wall Street Jou...2023-05-221h 05Brian J MatosBrian J MatosEp. 7 - Glenn Sommerville: Lessons in LeadershipGlenn Sommerville joins Brian from Kitchener, Ontario, Canada for a virtual conversation on leadership, management and mentorship. This wide ranging conversation covers leadership development, strategies for managing the stress of an executive role and observations on how to work across generations in a rapidly changing global workforce.  Glenn is the co-founder and Managing Director of High Performance Leaders Inc. (HPL). HPL was created to re-invent the way leaders are developed. Through deliberate practice, HPL develops the skills and essential habits a leader needs to create alignment between the leaders, the management systems, and the organization’s c...2023-05-1554 minBrian J MatosBrian J MatosEp. 6 - Nick Denning: Combating Threats in CyberspaceNick Denning joins Brian for a conversation on the current and emerging challenges in cybersecurity that every leader needs to know to protect their organization and the public should be aware of. Nick is the CEO of Diegesis, a UK-based tech consultancy supporting organizations looking to develop, integrate or migrate legacy systems to the latest, cutting-edge frameworks.  His team also delivers a cyber security management platform called Cyber Security Policy Monitor (CSPM) to help small and medium sized businesses set up appropriate and cost effective security policies. A mathematics graduate, Nick started his career serving a...2023-05-081h 08Brian J MatosBrian J MatosEp. 5 - Peyman Pouryekta: Advice For Tech Start Up Founders and LeadersPeyman Pouryekta joins Brian for a virtual conversation from Berlin, Germany. Peyman is a consultant and advisor to tech industry startups, helping them create stronger, more focused teams and leaders. In recent years, Peyman has worked with venture capital firms, directly with startups as a strategic advisor and has served in C-Level positions. In these roles, Peyman coaches his clients how to set strategy, develop world class products and evaluate technology needs as they scale up their operations. Among his many career achievements, Peyman joined an AI company as one of the first employees and helped grow...2023-05-011h 00Brian J MatosBrian J MatosEp. 4 - Dr. Mark Williams: The Neuroscience Behind How We Learn and Think Dr. Mark Williams, a internationally recognized professor of cognitive neuroscience, joins Brian for a virtual conversation from Sydney, Australia. Dr. Williams has over 25 years of experience conducting behavioral and brain imaging research focusing on our social skills. He has taught the fundamentals of neuroscience to a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate students, as well as publishing more than 70 scientific articles. Mark has been awarded numerous high profile fellowships and grants, and worked both at MIT in the USA and at top universities in Australia. Mark has studied brain plasticity, attention disorders, autism, dementia and eating disorders...2023-04-241h 05Brian J MatosBrian J MatosEp. 3 - Artificial Intelligence: Opening Thoughts on the Most Important Trend of our EraArtificial Intelligence has already changed the way we all live our lives. Recent technological advancements have accelerated the use of AI by ordinary people to answer fairly ordinary questions. It is becoming clear that AI will fundamentally change many aspects of our society and create huge opportunities and risks. In this episode, Brian J. Matos shares his preliminary thoughts on AI in the context of how it may impact global trends and geopolitical issues. He poses foundational questions about how we should think about the very essence of AI and offers his view on the most practical implications of...2023-04-1038 minBrian J MatosBrian J MatosEp. 2 - Learning To Read the Room: Are Some People Born Leaders?Brian explores two critically important leadership skills and ponders whether some are simply born with them or if they can be learned. Brian also recaps listern feedback from Episode 1 on the complexity of the American Presidency and previews upcoming show topics including demographic trends, healthcare research breakthroughs and cybersecurity among others. E-mail questions or feedback: info@brianjmatos.com2023-03-0529 minBrian J MatosBrian J MatosEp. 1 - The American Presidency: Too Big For One Person?As the United States celebrates the 2023 President's Day weekend, Brian explores the dynamics of the modern American Presidency. The scope of the office has always been big; but, modern pressures make it overwhelming for any one person. Brian offers his view of the biggest challenges facing any president, shares some ideas for reform and asks listeners from around the world to offer their own opinion.2023-02-2128 minThat Real Blind Tech ShowThat Real Blind Tech ShowEpisode 111 - A Conversation with Nefertiti Matos Olivares About Audio DescriptionIt’s an all new That Real Blind Tech show. Ed and Brian welcome Nefertiti Matos Olivares to the show. Not only is Nefertiti a fellow blind New Yorker, she works in one of our favorite industries, Audio Description.   We start off discussing one of the many hats Nefertiti wears, that of a Cultural Accessibility Consultant, and find out what the role involves. Nefertiti then tells us about a few of the museums in New York City that the blind and visually impaired can go to and put their hands on some of the exhibits....2023-01-271h 12Brian J MatosBrian J MatosEp. 0 - Pilot: An Intro To The Brian J Matos ShowBrian introduces his listeners to the show, inviting them to join his journey of discovery by asking the best questions to smartest people on the most important topics in our world. 2023-01-0506 minLocked On Panthers - Daily Podcast On The Carolina PanthersLocked On Panthers - Daily Podcast On The Carolina PanthersCarolina Panthers Week 3 OTA Updates: Was Cam Newton Set Up For Success Last Season?Former Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton said recently on "The Pivot" podcast that he put himself in a "(expletive) situation" when he signed with Carolina late in the 2021 season. Newton made this statement in defense of how teams think about him and why he remains unsigned at this time. Newton also reiterated that there are not 32 quarterbacks better than him right now. Is Newton right about his circumstances in Carolina last season? Will his comments dissuade Scott Fitterer and Matt Rhule from bringing back Newton?Panthers defensive coordinator Phil Snow spoke to the media ahead of OTAs...2022-06-0830 minDj Alfred HTXDj Alfred HTXJungle 4 Ya Face Pt. 1 175bpm 2 Hour MixFollow me on Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/djalfredhtx Graphic art background - https://www.instagram.com/eyeerotika/ DJ Alfred HTX portrait - https://spenceryoung.photography/ Track list - https://kuvo.com/playlist/311855 Story (DJ Monk Remix) - DJ Cautious Come On Badboy (Original Mix) - Veak Jungle Flavour (Original Mix) - Shorty My Sound (Original Mix) - Scattyone One Amen A Day (Galvatron Remix) - Galvatron, Bassflexx No Wicked (VIP) - Galvatron Fire Inna Jungle (Original Mix) - Kartoon Dub Fi Dub (Original Mix) - Veak Stand Up (VIP Mix) - DJ Hybrid Ezee Natty (Original Mix...2022-05-251h 59TRUcastTRUcastTRUcast 132 - Alex Peace & Brian BoncherAP SET 1 Strainhouse - That Feeling (Original Mix) Mateo & Matos, Kevin McKay - Release The Rhythm (Kevin McKay Extended Remix) Steady Rock, Franklyn Watts - Higher Groove Mateo & Matos, Kevin McKay - Release The Rhythm (Kevin McKay Extended Remix) Conan Liquid - Midnight Dancing (Original Mix) Foo Funkers, HOTINGA - Deeper Shade (Original Mix) Block, Crown & Maickel Telussa - Nu Jack House (Original Club Mix) John Roberts - Freaks (Harry Romero Remix) Ninetoes - On Demand (Original Mix) BB SET GgDeX - The Funk Kid (Original Mix) 2022-03-312h 07eBay for BusinesseBay for BusinesseBay for Business - Ep 155 - eBay School Update & Conversation with eBay Seller Lynn DralleGive us a call - 888-723-4630 Send us an email - podcast@ebay.com visit us at ebay.com/podcast    Welcome to eBay for Business! This week, We get an update on eBay School with Content Manager Sandy Matos and we check in with Lynn Dralle (TheQueenOfAuctions) to get a business update. Brian and Griff tackle three thorny seller questions on additional bidding formats, GSP shipments gone astray, and using capitals and apostrophes in listing titles (with a side trip through the Google Editorial and Professional Requirement for inc...2021-09-0747 minSports Krunch w/DKROMSports Krunch w/DKROM#268: 2021 Carolina Panthers Preview (with Sheena Quick, Panthers insider for 1340 AM Fox Sports Radio)1. Based on the intel you have, why did the Panthers decide to take Jaycee Horn over Justin Fields, and why do they think Sam Darnold can be the long-term answer for them at QB? 2. Outside of Jaycee Horn, which Panthers rookie do you see making the biggest impact this season?   3. Last season, Christian McCaffrey, the focal point of the Panthers offense, only played three games due to various injuries. With the NFL moving to the new 17-game regular season format this season, how much do the Panthers plan to lighten CMC’s workload, if at all...2021-07-1624 minALL IN: The Addicted Gambler\'s PodcastALL IN: The Addicted Gambler's Podcast129 Stephen Matos has life experience with gambling addiction and now works as a peer counselor and recovery support specialist for the MCCA.Stephen Matos has life experience with gambling addiction and now works as a peer counselor and recovery support specialist for the MCCA. Please listen and learn from those who know. A better life without gambling. Share Your Story - leestreetpod@gmail.com Please leave us a rating or review wherever you get your podcasts. It helps those still struggling to find us!2020-09-0653 minSlow & SteadySlow & SteadyCold Emails, Google Analytics, and Facebook, Oh My!Benedikt and Jane celebrated the 1-year anniversary of Userlist last week and Benedikt has been busy! Userlist has also started advertising on Facebook and we discuss a few hesitations he has about that. Brian is trying to find an effective mix of direct sales, content marketing, and paid ads.Startups for the Rest of Us – Making Cold Email Work LeadFuzeSteli Efti on IndieHackersSteli at MicroConfAsia Matos2020-08-1242 min793.8 - The Books of Magic793.8 - The Books of MagicCamilo Dominguez - Magician - Colombia / Vancouver, BCNot many magicians have a song by "Said the Whale" written about them.  Discover the amazing thinking behind the amazing magic and theatre of the delightful Camilo Dominguez.Notes Caution – Some strong languageTitles mentioned in this EpisodeThe Tarbell Course in Magic – Harlan TarbellEl Peurco Sabio – MarkoMagic on Tap – Denis Behr (DVD)Essentials – Luis de Matos (DVD)The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*CK – Mark MansonCartomagia – Primo Blass-TchangStein And Day Handbook of Magic – Marvin KayeMagia Argumentada – Brando & SilvanaCard Fictions – Pit Hartling Where to connectcamilothemagician.com@camilothemagicianht...2020-07-1300 minOne Day Contract - A Panthers Talk ShowOne Day Contract - A Panthers Talk Show2020 Draft Review With Special Guest Al WallaceThe Panthers added at least seven new defensive players last weekend - and the #OneDayContract crew has brought in former Panthers defensive end and 10-year vet Al Wallace to talk about how the Panthers remade their defense. Of course, Al loves the additions of Derrick Brown and Yetur Gross-Matos, but Josh disagrees with the process of how the Panthers ended up with Brown in the first round.  They'll talk about the way the Panthers are going about rebuilding their team, whether they should be following the Dolphins' blueprint and why the NFL Draft needs to change the way...2020-05-061h 19Slow & SteadySlow & SteadyIs FemtoConf sold out?Benedikt shares some updates about the tickets and the line-up of FemtoConf 2020. Brian is worried about sounding like a broken record and is considering to apply for a job.FemtoConf 2020Asia MatosTracy OsbornJonny PlattEd Freyfogle2020-02-2038 minSubPrintzNYCMediaSubPrintzNYCMediaWhoisBriantech TechCast Theatrikz December 11th Wednesday's LNDhttps://www.instagram.com/whoisbriantech/https://subprintznycmedia.webradiosite.com/event/136881/whoisbriantech-techcast-theatrikz-mixset-live-n-direct/#techcasttheatrikznyc at 6pm USA EST lock-in #ithacaunderground #nychousemusic #techhousemusicplaylist mixsetIssac Ize1 - Yes I Need itWolf Story - Feel Good HereIssac IZE Santiago - Drum Nuts E.P. Vol. 1 - Drum FestRaw Junkies - RoombaWhoisbriantech Featuring Zaylan - Let It Out (Dub Intro Mix)The Cookies - Chains - WhoisBtech Breakaway Kookie Monster  Deeper TechSoul Offeringz DubLabat - 1993Kill Frenzy...2019-12-1300 minFOOLISHNESS Podcast with Brian SumnerFOOLISHNESS Podcast with Brian Sumner31. The Truth Set Us Free w/ Tony and Amber MatosBrian sits down with the Matos' as they unpack infidelity, salvation, family, and loss. Where do we turn when things don't go as we expect? Is God still God?You can dive further into this topic in Brian's book, Never Fails.Lets connect https://www.instagram.com/briansumner/https://www.facebook.com/BrianSumnerOfficial/You can support this show by visiting http://www.briansumner.netSupport the showSUPPORT THE SHOW2019-08-311h 35Radio Creme - DJ mixes by LadycremeRadio Creme - DJ mixes by LadycremeSpecial Edition: Pride Mix 2019alex herrera – the word (j paul getto classic mix), jon cutler ft. eman – it’s yours, afro medusa – pasilda (knee deep club mix), reboot – enjoy music (riva starr remix), universal love – ritmo da rua (brian tappert prime time vibe), inner life – ain’t no mountain high (edit), seamus haji & big bang theory – god’s child (bbt club mix), spiller – groovejet (ghosts of venice edit), junior jack – thrill me, sonny fodera – what you want to know, peter heller – big love (eat me edit), fire island ft. love nelson – there but for the grace of god (futureshock mix)m david morales ft. juliete roberts – needin’...2019-06-281h 15WorkflowWorkflowEpisode 10: How to manage projects when you’re the worst PM with Asia MatosIn this episode of Workflow, Brian and Asia talk about how to manage projects when you’re the worst project manager.2018-09-1200 minRoberto Q. IngramRoberto Q. IngramBrian Harden Decisive Podcast MixEPISODE DESCRIPTION Hello Decisive Podcast Series Special music lovers,Thanks for listening and I hope you enjoy the program today. Its May 23, 2017 and it gives me great pleasure to have here on the Decisive Podcast Series Special, Chicago South Side native Mr. Brian Harden who has releases that date back to the early 80`s on such influential labels like, D3 Elements, Moves n Grooves, Nitelife Collective, DanceMania, Relief and Bangin Traxx. I had a chance to get an exclusive interview with him to discuss his passion for music which dates back to a young age of listening to his mom`...2017-05-231h 39Steakeddie (A.F.)Steakeddie (A.F.)4:4 Repetitive BeatsSteakeddie - 4/4 Repetitive Beats 1 Archie B - Everyday Of My Life (Original Mix) 2 Music Is The Answer (Dancin' & Prancin') (Fire Island's `La Musica Es La Respuesta') - Danny Tenaglia & Celeda 3 Save Our Soul (Brian Tappert Re-Edit) - Bob Sinclar 4 Heard Paradise - Davidson Ospina 5 Reachin' - DJ Sneak 6 Jack To My Groove - Phil Weeks 7 Manhattan (Bollen & Fichtner Remix) - Forrest 8 They Don't Know (Original Mix) - Disciples 9 Maurice's Vibe (DJ T. Edit) - Hardrive 10 El Ritmo De Verdad (Swag's Machacado Dub) - Légo 11 Vision of Love (C2 Edit) - Bicep 12 The Most Beautiful Divorce Ever (Original Mix) - S...2016-04-292h 05Weekend Confirmed: The Video Game ShowWeekend Confirmed: The Video Game ShowWeekend Confirmed - Ep. 202 - 01/31/2014This is it. Come confirm your weekends one last time. Join hosts Garnett Lee, Jeff Cannata, and Brian Leahy, reunited one more time with all of your favorite guests from the last 202 episodes: The Escapist's Andrea Rene, Joystiq's Xav de Matos, The Odd Gentleman's Nikole Zivalich, Christian Spicer, and "Indie" Jeff Mattas. We are ghost.2014-01-3100 mindeepa RADIOdeepa RADIOdeepa RADIO 78 Donate to help AUSTIN http://www.austinsblitz.comhey deepa family. I am dedicating this podcast to my Cousin AUSTIN who has Epilepsy. In saying that I am trying to help him raise money so he can get an EPILEPSY ALERT DOG. It will significantly Change his life. This is where you come in ...For all those who are listening or downloading this PLEASE give at least $1 to AUSTIN. You can donate at this linkhttp://austinsblitz.com/Donations.htmlthere is more info about Austin and Epilepsy on the web page.If you know someone who has EPILIPSY...2012-01-151h 01Thoughts on PhotographyThoughts on PhotographyToP #0069: Interview with Julio DeMatosJulio De Matos is based in Portugal and I first got to know of Julio's work through his book "Fading Hutongs" which are photos of hutongs taken in China and through that work, I came to discover other significant bodies of work. Incidentally, "Fading Hutongs" was one of my favorite books of 2008.Part of Julio’s initial work deals with and explores interconnections using alternative photographic processes. His later work, while on the surface, could be labeled travel photography, goes deeper into social commentary in the documentarian tradition by raising awareness of the survival and extinction of ancestral cu...2009-06-2643 minThoughts on PhotographyThoughts on PhotographyToP #0047: Favorite Photo Books of 2008In this podcast I pull together a list of my favorite photography books published in 2008. The book list includes:Saul LeiterHelen LevittAmerica by Zoe StraussCuba: Campo Adentro by Susan S. BankPlanet Shanghai by Justin GuarigliaFading Hutongs by Julio De MatosIdeology in Paradise by Hiroshi WatanabeInterior Exposure by Jessica Todd HarperDomestic Vacations by Julie BlackmonA Certain Alchemy by Keith Carter2008-12-2209 minTONES FOR THE HEADTONES FOR THE HEADLiving In A House Inside Your Heart Is John Giornohttp://headxones.podomatic.com/ Starring JOHN GIORNO with Excerpt from Shit, Piss, Blood, Pus + Brains (1976) parallel play collision collage featurette with cameo and supporting roles from the following: Artists - selection extractions (somewhat in order of appearance) John J.H. Phillips - Elegy Mantra - Vibes Alive J Dippold - .microsound 7econds project - Decorous Cognomen DXM - The Self Dreams . . . 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