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The Socialist Program with Brian BeckerTrump Threatens Greenland: The Start of World War 3? w/ Richard WolffImperialism in the 21st Century is starting to look like the imperialism of the early 20th century as Donald Trump ramped up his demand to seize Greenland from Denmark. Professor Richard Wolff and Brian Becker discuss how capitalist competition led to two catastrophic world wars in the first half of the 20th Century, and how similar competitive pressures are taking shape today.
Professor Richard Wolff is an author & co-founder of the organization Democracy at Work. You can find his work at rdwolff.com.
2026-01-2126 min
The Socialist Program with Brian BeckerICE Terror Is a Sign of Trump's Desperation. A General Strike Can Turn the Tables w/ Richard WolffThe United States is at a boiling point after the ICE killing of Renee Good in Minneapolis. Cities across the country are under attack from Trump’s federal ICE agent police force, and hundreds of thousands protested this ICE invasion this past weekend. Brian and Prof. Wolff discuss the struggle that is heating up.
Professor Richard Wolff is an author & co-founder of the organization Democracy at Work. You can find his work at rdwolff.com.
2026-01-1423 min
The Socialist Program with Brian BeckerAttacking Venezuela is a Repeat of 1930s History w/ Richard WolffTrump, Steven Miller, and other top administration officials are claiming that they are “running Venezuela,” taking over the country and its vast oil reserves. That’s not true, the Venezuelan government remains intact, but they are imposing a full naval blockade on the country in an effort to completely shut down Venezuela’s economy. The Trump admin also intends to conquer Greenland by one means or another, and are declaring ownership of the Western Hemisphere.
Is the Trump administration’s open rejection of international laws – which were designed to prevent another World War – just rhetoric? Or does it represent a larger shift i...
2026-01-0730 min
Between the Brackets: a MediaWiki PodcastBrian Wolff🕑 1 hour 35 minutes Brian Wolff is a longtime MediaWiki and Wikimedia developer. He returns to the podcast for (maybe) one last in-person discussion before his move to Calgary, Alberta. We talk about political goings-on at the Wikimedia Foundation, developments in the software world, and random thoughts on classic sci-fi. Links for some of the topics discussed: "Wikimedia Foundation appoints Bernadette Meehan as Chief Executive Officer" (Wikimedia Foundation press release, December 2025) "Cárcel a dos hombres por 'paseo millonario' a vicecónsul de E.U." (March 2006 article in El Tiempo about Bernadette's brief kidnapping) Commons Play Liste...
2025-12-301h 34
The Socialist Program with Brian BeckerExposing Trump’s Latin America Policy and Why It Will Fail w/ Richard WolffEconomist Richard Wolff joins Brian Becker to discuss President Trump’s resurrection of the Monroe Doctrine and pivot to Latin America, aimed squarely at pushing China out of the Western hemisphere — and why the strategy will fail.
Professor Richard Wolff is an author & co-founder of the organization Democracy at Work. You can find his work at rdwolff.com.
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2025-12-1729 min
The Socialist Program with Brian Becker‘You DON’T Want Lower Prices’? Economist Richard Wolff Rips WaPo PropagandaBillionaire Jeff Bezo’s Washington Post published a jaw-dropping article this week with the headline: ‘Why you may not want lower prices as much as you think you do.’ Economist Richard Wolff joins Brian Becker to debunk this claim.
Professor Richard Wolff is an author & co-founder of the organization Democracy at Work. You can find his work at rdwolff.com.
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2025-12-0326 min
The Socialist Program with Brian BeckerMillions Set to Lose Health Care in USA, w/ Professor WolffMillions of working class people in the U.S. will lose their health insurance coverage in the coming weeks. Brian and Professor Wolff discuss how both ruling-class parties are acting as agents of corporate capitalism while millions of people have been evicted from Medicaid and 22 million more are facing a doubling of their monthly premium costs which will leave 37 million Americans unable to see a doctor or receive health care services.
Professor Richard Wolff is an author & co-founder of the organization Democracy at Work. You can find his work at rdwolff.com.
2025-11-2629 min
The Socialist Program with Brian BeckerHow an AI Bubble Crash Could Be Worse Than the Great Depression w/ Prof. WolffThe stock market has plunged several days in a row due to fears of the overinvested AI bubble bursting. Nicole Roussell, a producer of the show, and Professor Wolff discuss how the next stock market crash could cause an economic collapse even more devastating than the worst in capitalism’s history: the Great Depression.
Professor Richard Wolff is an author & co-founder of the organization Democracy at Work. You can find his work at rdwolff.com.
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2025-11-1929 min
Showing Off With Angie and BrianA Showbiz Love Story: Grit, Glitter, Chaos, and a Trumpet: Showing Off Angie & BrianWhen did Angie know she was a showoff? How long did it take Brian to show off his musical abilities?
In our first episode, Angie Pontani and Brian Newman are in the showoff seat. They'll take turns asking each other questions so that the audience can get to know their work, their stories, and the things that they're excited to show off. They'll also play a game to find out how well they know each other!
In future episodes, Angie and Brian will be interviewing a cast of characters ranging from musicians, comedians, entertainers, to...
2025-11-1355 min
The Socialist Program with Brian BeckerWhat is Socialism? Part 3: The 4 Waves of Socialism w/ Prof. WolffThis is part three of our Explaining Socialism Series. In this episode, Prof. Richard Wolff and Brian discuss how socialism has evolved as a concept, doctrine, and guide to action over a longer historical period.
Professor Richard Wolff is an author & co-founder of the organization Democracy at Work. You can find his work at rdwolff.com.
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2025-10-2926 min
The Socialist Program with Brian BeckerWhat Is Socialism? Part 2, w/ Prof. Richard WolffThe anti-socialism that the U.S. elite have instilled is breaking down, especially among young people. As the Trump administration tears away our democratic rights, it’s becoming ever more clear that we need a new system where our rights can’t be taken away. What is socialism? What is communism? Prof. Richard Wolff & Brian discuss what socialism and communism are, democratizing the workplace and society, and why Elon Musk has enough of society’s resources to decide to develop a new spaceship instead of feeding people.
Professor Richard Wolff is an author & co-founder of the organization Democracy at Work. You ca...
2025-10-2233 min
The Socialist Program with Brian BeckerWhat Is Socialism? Puncturing Anti-Communist Myths w/ Prof. WolffWhat is socialism? Did it fail? Prof. Richard Wolff & Brian discuss what socialism means, compare government systems like China, Cuba, and the USSR, and consider what elements constitute socialism.
Professor Richard Wolff is an author & co-founder of the organization Democracy at Work. You can find his work at rdwolff.com.
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2025-10-1530 min
The Socialist Program with Brian BeckerThe Government Shut Down Is the Democrats’ Pathetic Response to Trump w/ Prof. WolffGovernment shutdown; airplanes are not landing, hundreds of thousands are not being paid – Prof. Richard Wolff says what’s needed is a mass labor fightback.
Professor Richard Wolff is an author & co-founder of the organization Democracy at Work. You can find his work at rdwolff.com.
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2025-10-0827 min
The Socialist Program with Brian BeckerAI Fight: The Working Class Is at a Crossroads w/ Prof. WolffThe CEO of Walmart is acknowledging that AI will “change literally every job,” as AI threatens workers’ jobs and incomes everywhere and data centers tear up communities. The capitalists are currently who will benefit from new technology, with increasing profit while they cut jobs. Professor Richard Wolff argues that’s not how it has to be—if we fight for worker control of the technology, workers can reap the rewards.
Professor Richard Wolff is an author & co-founder of the organization Democracy at Work. You can find his work at rdwolff.com.
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2025-10-0133 min
The Socialist Program with Brian BeckerThe Next Great Depression, with Prof. WolffIs the next Great Depression coming? One hedge fund manager who makes his clients billions off of economic crashes thinks the current stock market looks a lot like the high before the crash in 1929. Professor Richard Wolff & Brian Becker discuss the cyclical crashes inherent to capitalism, how the stock market relates, and what’s coming.
Professor Richard Wolff is an author & co-founder of the organization Democracy at Work. You can find his work at rdwolff.com.
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2025-09-2429 min
The Socialist Program with Brian BeckerWhy the U.S. Economy Is Spiraling AGAIN w/ Prof. WolffThe U.S. economy is headed into a downward spiral, with millions unemployed, prices going up, and myriad other poor economic indicators. Professor Richard Wolff & Brian Becker discuss how this is baked into the capitalist system and only a change of economic system can change the frequent economic crashes that fall the hardest on workers.
Professor Richard Wolff is an author & co-founder of the organization Democracy at Work. You can find his work at rdwolff.com.
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2025-09-1729 min
The Socialist Program with Brian BeckerMajority of Americans Have No Hope in the ‘American Dream’ AKA Capitalism, w/ Prof. WolffA new poll shows that the majority of U.S. residents—75%—don’t believe in the so-called American Dream: that if you work hard in the United States, you can succeed at having an economically secure life. Professor Richard Wolff & Brian Becker discuss the major and growing inequality in the United States.
Professor Richard Wolff is an author & co-founder of the organization Democracy at Work. You can find his work at rdwolff.com.
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2025-09-1028 min
The Socialist Program with Brian BeckerTrump: The ‘Art’ of Racist Scapegoating, w/ Prof. WolffSecretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem claimed that 1.6 million immigrants have left the United States since Trump took office due to the reign of terror the administration has perpetrated. Trump has also sued the Maryland federal judiciary for making him follow proper deportation procedures. Professor Richard Wolff & Brian Becker discuss the terror against immigrants, the military in the streets, and how the world is reacting.
Professor Richard Wolff is an author & co-founder of the organization Democracy at Work. You can find his work at rdwolff.com.
2025-08-2728 min
The Socialist Program with Brian BeckerWhy Trump Wants State Control of Intel w/ Prof. WolffThe Trump administration is considering buying a 10% stake in tech company Intel to prop up the struggling chip maker. Professor Richard Wolff & Brian Becker discuss why they might do this, what it means about the U.S. economy, and what it tells us about the U.S. government's competition with China.
Professor Richard Wolff is an author & co-founder of the organization Democracy at Work. You can find his work at rdwolff.com.
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2025-08-2025 min
Software Sales Simplified: MOVE to SuccessEp. 29: Guest Brian Wolff - Storytelling & Building Buyer Trust.This Week's Episode:In this episode of Software Sales Simplified, hosts Kevin and Matt engage with enterprise software sales expert and author, Brian Wolff, to discuss the importance of emotional value, discovery, and authentic engagement in closing deals. They explore how understanding buyer psychology and creating a compelling narrative can significantly impact sales success. Brian shares insights from his books, emphasizing the need for sales professionals to build trust and relationships with their clients, and to focus on the personal wins for buyers. The conversation also touches on the significance of tools like virtual sales rooms and...
2025-08-0648 min
Mysteries to Die ForTT73: Calypso BlueWelcome to Mysteries to Die For and this Toe Tag.I am TG Wolff and am here with Jack, my piano player and producer. This is normally a podcast where we combine storytelling with original music to put you at the heart of mystery. Today is a bonus episode we call a Toe Tag. It is the first chapter from a fresh release in the mystery, crime, and thriller genre.Today’s featured release is Calypso Blue by Brian SilvermanCalypso Blue is an amateur sleuth mystery. New York transplant Len Buonfiglio carved ou...
2025-08-0139 min
The Socialist Program with Brian BeckerProfit Is A ‘False God’ w/ Prof. WolffEmblematic of capitalist corporations, investment bank Goldman Sachs asks a revealing question that shows the evils of capitalism: ‘Is curing patients a sustainable business model?’
Nicole Roussell and Professor Richard Wolff discuss the unhealthy effects of the profit drive and huge profits in the pharmaceutical industry, using Hepatitis C treatments as an example, and how the math would work with industry profit no longer built in. Professor Richard Wolff is an author & co-founder of the organization Democracy at Work. You can find his work at rdwolff.com.
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2025-07-2330 min
Austin Music People#10 - Brian WolffBrian Wolff is a guitarist, singer-songwriter, and frontman for Brian Wolff and The Howlers. In this episode, we discuss his first experiences in Austin, forming his band, what receiving a grant from the City of Austin Live Music Fund did for his music, and his upcoming album, Leave the Lights On.
Brian and The Howlers are heading out on "The Road to Antone's" tour which will end @antonesnightclub on August 22nd.
Check out Brian's music! brianwolffmusic.com/media
2025-07-2249 min
Mysteries to Die ForTT72: Freedom DropWelcome to Mysteries to Die For and this Toe Tag.I am TG Wolff and am here with Jack, my piano player and producer. This is normally a podcast where we combine storytelling with original music to put you at the heart of mystery. Today is a bonus episode we call a Toe Tag. It is the first chapter from a fresh release in the mystery, crime, and thriller genre.Today’s featured release is Freedom Drop by Brian SilvermanFreedom Drop is an amateur sleuth mystery. New York transplant Len Buonfiglio carved ou...
2025-07-1820 min
The Socialist Program with Brian BeckerDismantling Education Is the U.S. Empire Digging Its Own Grave w/ Prof. WolffThe U.S. Supreme Court allowed Trump’s evisceration of the Department of Education this week through mass layoffs. Fellowships and sponsorships to fund student research are getting cut while student debt is growing. Professor Richard Wolff breaks down the potential impacts on the U.S. economy and society, the history of the federal education system in the U.S., and the root causes of Trump’s attacks on education.
Professor Richard Wolff is an author & co-founder of the organization Democracy at Work. You can find his work at rdwolff.com.
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2025-07-1630 min
The Socialist Program with Brian BeckerTrump and the Den of Thieves, aka Congress w/ Prof. WolffTrump and the Republicans have passed in the Senate a sweeping tax bill that is a massive wealth transfer from the poorest to the wealthiest, making permanent Trump’s huge 2017 tax cuts for the wealthiest and giving hundreds of billions to corporations —while slashing millions of people’s access to healthcare and nutrition. Brian Becker and Professor Richard Wolff discuss how Congress is ramming through a highly unpopular bill and what it says about U.S. capitalism. They tie in how the primary victory of democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani in NYC shows people are ready for another way.
Professor Richard Wolff...
2025-07-0229 min
The Socialist Program with Brian BeckerTrump’s Iran Fail: Endless Wars Won’t Stop US and Israel’s Decline w/ Prof. WolffThe Trump Administration bombed Iran and then within 24 hours announced a ceasefire. Brian Becker and Professor Richard Wolff analyze Trump and Netanyahu's erratic actions and the bigger picture behind them.
Professor Richard Wolff is an author & co-founder of the organization Democracy at Work. You can find his work at rdwolff.com.
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2025-06-2532 min
The Socialist Program with Brian BeckerTrump Escalates Wars on Iran, Immigrants, and All of the U.S. Working Class w/ Prof. WolffTrump is escalating a potentially huge war against Iran while pushing massive cuts on basic needs for Americans like food and health care, enacting widespread tariffs, and terrorizing immigrants with deportation raids.
Nicole Roussell and Prof. Richard Wolff discuss what’s new and what’s not new about the U.S. government attacks.
Professor Richard Wolff is an author & co-founder of the organization Democracy at Work. You can find his work at rdwolff.com.
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2025-06-1834 min
The Socialist Program with Brian BeckerTrump's Trade Wars, Talks with China & Attacks Against Immigrants w/ Prof. WolffChina and the US have been in high stakes trade talks this week while the Trump Administration launches all-out attacks on immigrants, sending military forces to Los Angeles in an attempt to stop protests against ICE raids.
Brian Becker and Professor Richard Wolff discuss Trump’s management of the affairs of the bourgeoisie, and the extreme stress that U.S. capitalism is under.
Professor Richard Wolff is an author & co-founder of the organization Democracy at Work. You can find his work at rdwolff.com.
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2025-06-1124 min
The Socialist Program with Brian BeckerHistoric Medicaid & SNAP Cuts Could Tank Already Faltering U.S. Economy, w/ Prof. Richard WolffAre enormous cuts to Medicaid and food stamps coming? The House of Representatives has passed a bill that would make historically large cuts to both programs, which will result in millions losing access to health insurance and food stamps, now known as SNAP. These cuts will also effectively slash subsidies to retailers, farmers, food producers, and the health care industry—while the economy is already floundering from tariffs, as shown by a new financial forecast from the OECD.
Nicole Roussell and Prof. Richard Wolff discuss the horrendous effects this will have on people, the economy, and our society, and what co...
2025-06-0429 min
Action Academy | Millionaire Mentorship For Your Life & BusinessThis $14M Hospitality Deal Will Redefine Travel in the U.S. w/ Steve Turk & Ben WolffWant To Invest In The First Luxury Landscape Resort in Miami?Join Our Private Investor List HEREConnect with Steve:IG: @stevelturkConnect with Ben:IG: @iambenwolff LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-wolff/Want To Quit Your Job In The Next 6-18 Months Through Buying Commercial Real Estate & Small Businesses? 👔🏝️ Schedule A Free 30 Minute Coaching Call With Our Team Here To Get "Unstuck" Check Out Our Bestselling Book : From Pa...
2025-06-0328 min
The Socialist Program with Brian BeckerWhy Trump Is Targeting Europe w/ Prof. Richard WolffTrump threatened Europe with tariffs and stocks plummeted. He paused them and stocks climbed. Now the EU says they are ready for “fast track talks.” Is Europe bowing to Trump?
Brian Becker and Professor Richard Wolff discuss what’s going on between the Trump Administration, Europe, the elites, and what it means for workers.
Professor Richard Wolff is an author & co-founder of the organization Democracy at Work. You can find his work at rdwolff.com.
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2025-05-2837 min
The Socialist Program with Brian BeckerTrump’s Trade War: U.S. Empire Is In Free Fall w/ Prof. Richard WolffTrump’s trade war is causing stock market chaos and may trigger a ‘capital war’ – or even a military war – and seems to be an act of desperation in the face of a declining U.S. empire. Brian Becker and Professor Richard Wolff discuss this rapidly shifting global economy, and what may come next.
Professor Richard Wolff is an author & co-founder of the organization Democracy at Work. You can find his work at rdwolff.com.
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2025-04-2331 min
The Socialist Program with Brian BeckerTrade War Will Be a ‘Colossal Blunder’ For U.S. w/ Prof. Richard WolffTrump's trade war against China is escalating, but so far it seems to have only facilitated a growing political and economic isolation of the United States. Brian Becker and Prof. Richard Wolff discuss the real motives behind Trump’s seemingly chaotic tariff declarations, including how Greenland factors in, and what may lie ahead.
Brian and Prof. Wolff also discuss Harvard’s refusal to cave to Trump’s threats to pull federal funding, and the wider role of elite universities in the United States.
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2025-04-1630 min
The Socialist Program with Brian BeckerStock Market Chaos Amid Trump’s Billionaire Family Feud w/ Prof. Richard WolffTrump enacted major tariffs on countries all around the world last Wednesday, and the stock market crashed over the next two days, with about $5 trillion in losses. Upsetting the world’s billionaires, stocks have continued to be extremely volatile this week. Brian Becker and Prof. Richard Wolff discuss what Trump’s aims are, what’s coming next, and what it means for our class.
Professor Richard Wolff is an author & co-founder of the organization Democracy at Work. You can find his work at rdwolff.com.
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2025-04-0930 minAction Academy | Millionaire Mentorship For Your Life & BusinessIs This The Death Of AIRBNB? How A Hospitality Operator Is Making MILLIONS Through Direct Bookings w/ Ben WolffConnect with Ben on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-wolff/Visit Stay Oasis: https://stayoasi.com/Want To Quit Your Job In The Next 6-18 Months Through Buying Commercial Real Estate & Small Businesses? 👔🏝️ Schedule A Free 30 Minute Coaching Call With Our Team Here To Get "Unstuck" Check Out Our Bestselling Book : From Passive To Passionate: How To Quit Your Job - Grow Your Wealth - And Turn Your Passions Into Profits Want A Free $100k+ Side Hustle Guide
2025-04-011h 00
The Socialist Program with Brian BeckerBillionaires Salivate Over Plan to Privatize the Post Office, w/ Prof. Richard WolffTrump, Musk, and the billionaires are trying to privatize the Post Office among several other government services. Brian Becker and Prof. Richard Wolff discuss the real story behind these attacks.
Professor Richard Wolff is an author & co-founder of the organization Democracy at Work. You can find his work at rdwolff.com.
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2025-03-3130 min
The Socialist Program with Brian BeckerMusk's Real Plan is to Loot Social Security w/ Prof. Richard WolffOn today's episode, Brian and Prof. Richard Wolff discuss Musk’s recent statements on Social Security and the Trump administration’s agenda to cut and privatize the vital program that so many seniors rely on to survive. They’re cutting the Social Security budget, firing workers, and grabbing hold of the most sensitive data in the Social Security system.
Professor Richard Wolff is an author & co-founder of the organization Democracy at Work. You can find his work at rdwolff.com.
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2025-03-2533 min
The Socialist Program with Brian BeckerGerman Militarism is Back. Why That's Bad for Everyone w/ Prof. Richard WolffOn today's episode, Brian and Prof. Richard Wolff discuss Trump's demands that European countries double their military spending, and the new German government has embraced the open remilitarization of Germany--a major shift in policy for Germany since the defeat of Hitler and Nazism in 1945.
Professor Richard Wolff is an author & co-founder of the organization Democracy at Work. You can find his work at rdwolff.com.
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2025-03-1831 min
Part-Time Rockstar PodcastEpisode 308: Brian Wolff & The Howlers (Alt Rock) [Austin, TX}Episode 308 features Brian Wolff from Austin, Texas. This is his second time on the show, and we’re playing a show together this Thursday in Austin at Liberty Bar on East 6th Street with a bunch of our friends from the podcast—so we’re all excited for that. Brian has been busy releasing music and recently received a grant from the city to record an album. We had a lot to catch up on, and I featured his latest track, Leave the Lights On.
Born in upstate New York, Brian moved to Austin in 2012. His musical style...
2025-03-1139 min
The Socialist Program with Brian BeckerHuge L.A. Fires: The Capitalist ConnectionOn today's episode, Brian and Prof. Richard Wolff discuss the mass fires engulfing many Los Angeles neighborhoods, killing 24 already and displacing over 100,000 people. As politicians and the media start to point fingers and find scapegoats to blame, Brian and Richard uncover the real culprit: capitalism and the profit motive.
Professor Richard Wolff is an author & co-founder of the organization Democracy at Work. You can find his work at rdwolff.com.
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2025-01-1538 minBetween the Brackets: a MediaWiki PodcastBrian Wolff🕑 1 hour 15 minutes Brian Wolff returns for a third episode! The security expert and longtime MediaWiki developer talks about his latest development projects, and Wikimedia goings-on, past and present. Links for some of the topics discussed: "New Calculator template brings interactivity at last" (Wikipedia Signpost article by Brian Wolff, January 2025) Calculator template on English-language Wikipedia BMI calculator on "Body mass index" article "John Travoltage" online electricity simulator "NPR boss Katherine Maher opposed 'free and open' approach at Wikipedia: 'White male Westernized construct'" (New York Post article, April 2024) "Katherine Maher's Color Revolution" (City Journal article, April 2024) Wik...
2025-01-151h 15
The Socialist Program with Brian BeckerThe Fallout From UnitedHealthcare CEO AssassinationOn today's episode, Brian and Prof. Richard Wolff discuss UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson's assassination and the reverberations across the country—not of sympathy, but with widespread outrage against the health insurance industry.
Professor Richard Wolff is an author & co-founder of the organization Democracy at Work. You can find his work at rdwolff.com.
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2024-12-1131 min
The Parking PodcastE122: An Interview with Brian Wolff and a Conversation about Parker TechnologyDESCRIPTIONBrian Wolff, President and CEO of Parker Technology, discusses company growth, creating a podcast and Fusion2025.SPONSORSThis episode is brought to you by Parker Technology, the customer experience solution of choice for the parking industry. Our solution puts a virtual ambassador in every lane, to help parking guests pay and get on their way in under a minute. Whether you utilize our customer service team, your team in conjunction with our software platform, or a combination of both, we help you capture revenue, provide better customer service, enable your staff to...
2024-10-2937 min
Mysteries to Die ForS7E16 Death in the Billards RoomWelcome to Mysteries to Die For.I am TG Wolff and am here with Jack, my piano player and producer. This is a podcast where we combine storytelling with original music to put you in the heart of a mystery. All stories are structured to challenge you to beat the detective to the solution. These are arrangements, which means instead of word-for-word readings, you get a performance meant to be heard. Jack and I perform these live, front to back, no breaks, no fakes, no retakes.This is Season 7, Games People Play. Games are about...
2024-08-161h 17
Mysteries to Die ForS7E15 Dare or TruthWelcome to Mysteries to Die For.I am TG Wolff and am here with Jack, my piano player and producer. This is a podcast where we combine storytelling with original music to put you in the heart of a mystery. All stories are structured to challenge you to beat the detective to the solution. These are arrangements, which means instead of word-for-word readings, you get a performance meant to be heard. Jack and I perform these live, front to back, no breaks, no fakes, no retakes.This is Season 7, Games People Play. Games are about...
2024-08-021h 40
All Things Parking with Dani and JohnEnhancing Parking with Technology: Brian WolffToday’s guest is Brian Wolff, a sales-oriented leader and an angel investor with in-depth knowledge about parking, life sciences, and cloud technology. He’s also licensed to fly a plane and is the CEO of Parker Technology. In this episode, Brian and your hosts Dani Crain and John D. Conway get into:* The future of parking and mobility with technology and innovation.* The goal of parking operators is to make parking seamless and unnoticeable for customers.* Parker Technology’s two-way video solutions for parking facili...
2024-06-131h 06
Hunters HD Gold®, Behind the LensS4 E10 - Behind the Lens with Brian Wolff S4 E10 - Behind the Lens with Brian WolffHunters HD Gold Behind the Lens Podcast Now in its fourth season!https://huntershdgold.com/podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/HuntersHDGold/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/huntershdgold/Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrianConleyHHDGWebsite:https://huntershdgold.comFollow our trail online:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HuntersHDGold/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/huntershdgold/Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrianConleyHHDGWebsite: https://huntershdgold.comElevate your game with our trusted partners:Excaliber Ammunition: https://excaliber-ammo.comUse Code...
2024-06-061h 11
The Socialist Program with Brian Becker"Bidenomics"?? The Real Record of Biden’s Policies for the Working ClassOn today's episode Walter Smolarek and Prof. Richard Wolff discuss "Bidenomics" (which Professor Wolff calls "political theatre"), Biden's real economic record, and why his policies are so harmful. What has "Bidenomics" meant for the working class?
Professor Richard Wolff is an author & co-founder of the organization Democracy at Work. You can find his work at rdwolff.com.
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2023-08-0229 min
Altered States of ContextEpisode 34: The indefatigable Max WolffOSMINDOsmind is the premier platform for psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy practices. The all-in-one platform includes purpose-built charting for ketamine, SPRAVATO, psychotherapy and more; as well as patient tools for the therapeutic alliance that include 40+ validated rating scales and a patient app for journaling and secure messaging too. Visit Osmind using our link below:osmind.org/asocEpisode Description:In this episode, we interview Max Wolff. Max Wolff is a psychologist and psychotherapist, and serves as the Head of Psychotherapy Training and Research at the MIND Foundation. We discuss the EPIsoDE psilocybin trial that Max i...
2023-07-311h 21
The Unstarving Musician271 Brian Wolff – New EP "The Golden Age," The Value of Open Mics, Social Marketing, Mental Health Awareness, Economics of Music Tours, Songwriter Rounds, EPs or Albums Brian Wolff is a five-time guest of The Unstarving Musician podcast. Brian has also appeared in episodes 55, 119, 192, and 197. His band, Brian Wolff & The Howlers, has a new EP called The Golden Age. Wolff and his band draw on influences from classic rock, 90's alternative, and blues. His music features big guitars, pop rhythms, and introspective lyrics. In this conversation, we talk about The Golden Age EP, the value of open mics, social marketing, mental health awareness, the economics of music tours, songwriter rounds, EPs versus albums, and how he rediscovered creativity...
2023-07-2154 min
CobraCast Podcast with Bobby Sharron#496 Singer/Songwriter Brian Wolff...On this Episode... Singer/Songwriter Brian Wolff stopped by the CobraCast Studio to chat about what he has been up to as of late... We had a great conversation about the Austin scene, his new upcoming EP and some great Dating App stories ha... We also played 2 of his Music Videos plus 2 Songs of his EP "The Punch"... For more information on Brian, please go to https://www.brianwolffmusic.com/ Much Love, Enjoy ;) Sponsored by Iron Wolf Ranch and Distillery https://ironwolfranch.com/
2023-03-031h 43
GRIT: The Real Estate Growth MindsetEpisode 125: Revolutionizing Rental Investing Through Technology with Johnny WolffThe number of people in their 20’s who are living with roommates have more than doubled on a percentage basis over the last 30 years.
As a result, people are going on Craigslist or Facebook marketplace to find rooms or roommates. But without a reliable background check, this process can be a major safety concern.
What if there was a more elegant way to fine-tune the process and put technology on top of it to elevate the rental investing and home sharing process to a whole new-level?
Brian Charlesworth joins Johnny Wolff, CEO and Fo...
2023-01-3135 min
Part-Time Rockstar PodcastEpisode 171: Brian Wolff & The Howlers (Indie Rock) [Austin, TX]This week’s episode features Brian Wolff out of Austin, TX. He is a guitarist, singer, and songwriter who’s musical style draws influence heavily from Classic Rock, 90’s Alternative, and Blues. His playing style has been described as “tasteful, yet powerful.” He led the band Fair City Fire for 7 years as they produced two LPs and embarked on five national tours. When the band split during the pandemic, Wolff narrowed his focus on writing songs and moving forward as a solo artist. Wolff released his debut EP called, “The Punch.” His band, Brian Wolff & The Howlers, features Tim Moen on bass a...
2022-12-1340 minThe Parking PodcastE82: An Interview with Brian Wolff and a Conversation about Digital TransformationDESCRIPTIONBrian Wolff, President and CEO of Parker Technology, discusses digital transformation, parking mix and integrations.SPONSORSThis episode is brought to you by Parker Technology, the customer experience solution of choice in the parking industry. Parker’s solution puts a virtual ambassador in every lane, to help parking guests pay and get on their way in under a minute. Parker helps capture revenue, provides better customer service, enables your staff to focus on other on-site tasks, and keeps traffic moving, according to your business rules. With the Parker solution, you’ll also enjo...
2022-11-0835 min
The Buena Vida PodcastBrian Francis: Adapt & Thrive with Improv PoetryHow can slam poetry change your day? In this very unique and short episode of the podcast, Lacy introduces Brian Francis, retired executive director of the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation and a nationally acclaimed slam poet. We get to hear Brian as he uses the words submitted to him from state employees to create a poem on the spot. The words and the poem are inspired by the theme of our most recent State Employee Virtual Wellness Fair: Adapt & Thrive. Feel inspired by Brian’s weaving of words into a tapestry of emotions, aspirations and song. We ar...
2022-10-2810 min
Follow D$Brian WolffBrian Wolff, President & CEO of Parker Technology, kicks off Season 4 with us. We recall the challenging circumstances surrounding our first meeting, hear about his professional life and ambitions, and deep dive into his intent to become a better ally to marginalized communities.
2022-07-2949 min
London RealROB WOLFF - How To Navigate The Crypto Bear Market And Profit During The Hard TimesWatch the Full Episode for FREE: https://londonreal.tv/rob-wolff-how-to-navigate-the-crypto-bear-market-and-profit-during-the-hard-times/ 🚀 The Crypto & DeFi Academy: https://londonreal.tv/defi 💰 The Business Accelerator: https://londonreal.tv/biz
2022-07-241h 17Between the Brackets: a MediaWiki PodcastBrian Wolff 🕑 1 hour 7 minutes Brian Wolff is back on the program - he was a longtime member of the Security team at the Wikimedia Foundation, then worked at Asana, and is now temporarily unemployed. He is still thankfully involved with MediaWiki as a volunteer developer. Links for some of the topics discussed: Asana Wikipedia article Abstract Wikipedia Wikipedia article Filecoin Wikipedia article "Blockchain: A game changer for audit processes" (Deloitte article) Vector 2022 MediaWiki skin Code review statistics for core MediaWiki
2022-07-191h 06
Chelsea FanCastMy Chelsea - Brian Wolff Chelsea in ChicagoIn this episode, Brian Wolff, Head of Chelsea Chicago official supporters group; vice-chair of Chelsea in America; the Overseas rep on the Official Chelsea Fans Forum and long-time designer of many of the banners we see hanging at Stamford Bridge, joins Stamford Chidge to talk about his love of Chelsea.Brian takes us through his first Chelsea match, his favourite matches, players and songs as well as providing us with some insight, as a Chicago Cubs fan, into Tom Ricketts, the Chicago Cubs owner who has put a bid in to own Chelsea....
2022-03-221h 14
The Socialist Program with Brian BeckerAn Empire in Decline: Why the Ruling Class Blame Game Will FailOn today's episode Brian Becker and Prof. Richard Wolff discuss the increasingly unstable political environment, as Dr. Wolff writes about in his newest article. He argues that some politicians are denying there are any problems while some find a scapegoat where they can direct people's anger--and both of which are symptoms of the political elite desperately trying to protect the capitalist system.
Professor Richard Wolff is an author & co-founder of the organization Democracy at Work. You can check out his work at rdwolff.com, and read the article here: https://www.alternet.org/2022/01/capitalism.
Please make an urgently-needed contribution to...
2022-02-0234 min
Kinderfilmpodcast – der Podcast zum Kinderfilmblog ()Träume sind wie wilde Tiger: Interview mit Lars Montag, RegisseurAm 3. Februar 2022 startet Träume sind wie wilde Tiger in den deutschen Kinos. Die Handlung überspannt zwei Kontinente: Der zwölfjährige Ranji wandert mit seinen Eltern eher unfreiwillig aus Indien nach Deutschland aus. Die Familie spricht schon recht gut Deutsch, weil Ranjis Großvater hier lange Zeit gelebt hat, aber Ranji (sensationell: Shan Robitzky) möchte weder seinen Daada noch seine Heimatstadt Mumbai verlassen. Das gilt umso mehr als er seinem großen Idol nacheifern möchte, dem Bollywood-Star Amir Roshan.
Noch vor der Ankunft in Deutschland veröffentlicht Amir einen Casting-Aufruf: Für seinen nächsten Film...
2022-02-0145 minKinderfilmpodcast – der Podcast zum Kinderfilmblog (mp3)Träume sind wie wilde Tiger: Interview mit Lars Montag, RegisseurAm 3. Februar 2022 startet Träume sind wie wilde Tiger in den deutschen Kinos. Die Handlung überspannt zwei Kontinente: Der zwölfjährige Ranji wandert mit seinen Eltern eher unfreiwillig aus Indien nach Deutschland aus. Die Familie spricht schon recht gut Deutsch, weil Ranjis Großvater hier lange Zeit gelebt hat, aber Ranji (sensationell: Shan Robitzky) möchte weder seinen Daada noch seine Heimatstadt Mumbai verlassen. Das gilt umso mehr als er seinem großen Idol nacheifern möchte, dem Bollywood-Star Amir Roshan.
Noch vor der Ankunft in Deutschland veröffentlicht Amir einen Casting-Aufruf: Für seinen nächsten Film...
2022-02-0145 min
PodRocketBecoming a manager, career growth, and the evolution of content with Harry WolffWe talk to Harry Wolff, writer, YouTuber, and Director of Engineering at MongoDB, about Rust content, clickbait, creating a YouTube channel, why engineering managers fail, and so much more.
Links
https://twitter.com/hswolff
https://www.youtube.com/hswolff
https://github.com/hswolff
https://www.hswolff.com
https://www.mongodb.com
https://www.mongodb.com/careers
Contact us
https://podrocket.logrocket.com/contact-us
@PodRocketpod
What does LogRocket do?
LogRocket combines frontend monitoring, product analytics, and session replay to help software teams...
2021-10-2643 min
Rental Property Owner & Real Estate Investor PodcastEP299 What You Need to Know about Generation Z Rental Trends and Coliving Housing with Johnny WolffToday we're going to talk about one of my favorite topics – demographics. Specifically, how Generation Z is going to amplify the trends that millennials have already established, such as delaying marriage and living with their friends into their 30's. It pays to understand these trends and the disruption they create in the traditional rental housing market. Concepts such as Shared Housing and Coliving are being monetized by savvy investors who see this as a lasting and lucrative trend. My guest today is one of those investors. Johnny Wolff has roots in Silicon Valley and is the CE...
2021-09-2037 min
More Than MusicBrian WolffBrian Wolff is a guitarist, singer, songwriter, and podcast host based in Austin, TX.His musical style draws influence heavily from Classic Rock, 90’s Alternative, and Blues. His hard-hitting playing style has been described as “tasteful, yet aggressive.” His guitar playing, along with his powerhouse vocals, led the band Fair City Fire for 7 years as they produced two LPs, The Simple Truth and Shake Your Bones, and embarked on five national tours.He also hosts a podcast, Greetings from Wherever, on which he interviews artists across a variety of mediums to discuss the creative process.As a solo artist, Brian live-s...
2021-08-0452 min
Circle City Success126. Quality Relationships Matter with Brian WolffBrian Wolff is the President and CEO at Parker Technology LLC which is a software and services company that helps parking facilities resolve issues for parking guests. In this episode, you'll hear Brian tell us about his background from growing up in Michigan to attending the University of Michigan to getting his first job in pharmaceutical sales, how he went from pharmaceutical sales to software sales to eventually becoming the CEO of Parker, and how building and maintaining relationships helped him to get each new job along the way. CCS Podcast Partners: Broad Ripple...
2021-07-071h 03
Greetings From WhereverEpisode 20- Tanya Winch (Songwriting)For this Season 2 Finale Episode, Tanya Winch and I have a very fun chat, mostly focused on songwriting. We got some other things like her volunteer work through Kids In a New Groove, songwriting groups, the importance of gratitude and the ever-present dilemma of deciding whether or not to work with friends/family on creative projects.
For the Deep Dive section we discussed her most recent single, "Cupid". She takes us on a very thorough walk-through of the thought behind each line of the lyrics. She also dives into what went into the making of...
2021-05-101h 00
Greetings From WhereverEpisode 19- Ryan Monahan, Live Oak Brewing Co. (Beer Brewing)For this episode, Ryan Monahan and I have a great conversation about the craft of making beer. We get into his path into the beer industry, homebrewing, cicerone training and how acquiring extensive knowledge about a craft making it harder and harder to enjoy things. We also talk about his other creative endeavors like Finite Fidelity, Electric Pilznerdz and Battle of ATX.
For the Deep Dive section we discussed the process of making beer. Beer is something many of us enjoy, but so few of us understand how much really goes into making it. Ryan...
2021-04-271h 11
The Unstarving Musician197 From performing with a high energy rock band to live streaming as a solo artist – Brian WolffBrian Wolff returns to the Unstarving Musician to discuss his transition from performing with a high energy rock band into live streaming as a solo artist, plus the changes that have brought him to a new chapter of his music career. We also discuss his live streaming setup, Patreon, nurturing his creativity through writing things down more often, the terrifying moment of doing his first live stream performance, including the absence of in-person feedback and his Greetings From Wherever podcast. You can hear me in episode 15 of Greetings From Wherever. This is Brian's fourth appearance...
2021-04-2348 min
Greetings From WhereverEpisode 18- Kristen Klehr, The Den Collective (Creative Small Business Highlight)For this episode, Kristen Klehr and I get into a great conversation about what she's been up to out in LA/Honolulu. I've known her for quite a while now and one thing I have definitely learned is she is a person that just really gets things she sets out to do, done.
More recently, she has started a creative small business called The Den Collective, which is a place for musicians to thrive. She tells us all about it in the back half of the episode. We also got to talking about being smart...
2021-04-1256 min
Greetings From WhereverEpisode 17- Anna Larson (Songwriting)Anna Larson and I talk all about songwriting, how she stays motivated/inspired to keep working through the help of her songwriting group, livestreaming and the idea of beauty in art as a destination.
For the deep dive section, we talked all about "Cocoon", the second solo release from rising singer-songwriter Anna Larson, is a visual EP time capsule – a collection of seven original songs with accompanying film, found sound and archival footage. We even break down some of the songs and how she came to write them.
Please remember to share this ep...
2021-04-051h 07
Eclectic Soundtrax Podcast (ESP)Eclectic Soundtrax Podcast - #42 w/ Brian WolffOn this titanic episode we chat with Austin-based musician and songwriter, Brian Wolff. Brian began his musical career in his hometown of Binghamton, NY, but after a few years of playing regionally he decided to move to Austin, TX where he became the frontman for for the indie rock powerhouse, Fair City Fire. FCF is an explosive live band with several U.S. tours under their belt. On hiatus since the pandemic hit, the band has a catalogue of two full-length albums as well as a few singles. A favorite of the podcast, the band performed at Skunkfest 2019, and...
2021-03-303h 12
Eclectic Soundtrax Podcast (ESP)Eclectic Soundtrax Podcast - #42 w/ Brian WolffOn this titanic episode we chat with Austin-based musician and songwriter, Brian Wolff. Brian began his musical career in his hometown of Binghamton, NY, but after a few years of playing regionally he decided to move to Austin, TX where he became the frontman for for the indie rock powerhouse, Fair City Fire. FCF is an explosive live band with several U.S. tours under their belt. On hiatus since the pandemic hit, the band has a catalogue of two full-length albums as well as a few singles. A favorite of the podcast, the band performed at Skunkfest 2019, and...
2021-03-303h 12
Greetings From WhereverEpisode 16- Rachel Pallante (Comedy)Rachel Pallante and I got into a funny and engaging conversation about her creative process, especially when it comes to comedy. We talked about having a need to perform, how the Austin creative scene differs from Chicago's, what goes into developing funny characters and the transition to becoming more self sufficient on the production side of making her hilarious videos on Youtube, Instagram, etc (just search for Rachel Pallante).
Did I maybe commit to trying to do stand up comedy one day on this episode? Maybe! Will I tell anyone about it when I actually...
2021-03-291h 05
Greetings From WhereverEpisode 15- Robonzo (Podcasting)Roberto R Hernandez, AKA Robonzo, and I got into a great conversation about Podcasting as an artistic medium. So, what I'm trying to say is this is a podcast about podcasts. Woah... Really, though. It's a medium that's been picking up steam for quite some time so I thought it would be great to chat about it with someone that has been doing it at a high level for quite some time. Check out his show, The Unstarving Musician, to learn all about the business side of being an independent musician. You can actually find me...
2021-03-221h 13
Greetings From WhereverEpisode 14- James Whelan- SIMS Foundation (Creative Support Nonprofit)While this show has focused on discussing the creative process so far. I thought it would be great to take an episode now and then to talk about Nonprofits that are our there supporting these creatives!
For this episode, I am lucky enough to be joined by James Whelan of the SIMS Foundation. He takes the time to tell me all about the incredible work of the SIMS Foundation. If you aren't familiar with their work, the SIMS Foundation provides mental health and substance use recovery services and supports for musicians, music industry professionals, and their...
2021-03-0858 minThe Unstarving Musician192 Brian Wolff Responds To Unstarving Musician Survey Brian Wolff returns to the Unstarving Musician to participate in the Unstarving Musician survey, in which I ask some of the best independent musicians I know questions about creativity, social media, live streaming, community building and more. This is Brian's third appearance on the podcast, and I have a fourth interview with him in the can, so to speak. That interview will drop in late April or early May. Brian is a founding member of the Austin based rock band Fair City Fire, turned solo artist. Brian also has a new podcast called Greetings From...
2021-03-0524 min
How Writers Write by HappyWriterEpisode 67 - How Tracy Wolff WritesWelcome to Episode 67 - How Tracy Wolff writesWelcome welcome my friends. I hope everyone is having a great week of writing, and if you aren't, that is okay beause this episode is sure to fill up your inspirational buckets. Tracy Wolff is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of over sixty novels. I loved interviewing Tracy for her unbelievable wisdom about the writing process and the writing life. I'm sure you will love it as well.I want to take a second to say thank you to Tracy for her time.
2021-03-0445 min
Greetings From WhereverEpisode 13- Susie Pollard (Painting)Here's an inspiring conversation featuring Susie Pollard, a painter and photographer based in Austin, Texas. We talk all about her 7 years spent in Paris, choosing to embrace different interpretations of art (and in my case, music), drawing inspiration from color schemes found in nature and/or her surroundings, her influences and we even got into the process of how-to hire her to do a commission piece.
For this week's deep dive, we talked about a piece from her "Floating Tree Series" and another abstract piece of hers called "Pink Paradise". I'll be posting both...
2021-03-011h 03
Greetings From WhereverEpisode 12- The Spin Wires (Songwriting)We kick off Season 2 with a great conversation with RJ Porter and Tyson Prince from the band, The Spin Wires, out of Buffalo, NY. On this episode, we dive into cowriting virtually as a band vs in-person, getting music placed in video games/TV shows (including several appearances on the hit show, Shameless). We also got relive the moments that they were defining and establishing the band's original vision of creating fun, high energy music that makes people want to dance.
Deep Dive: We focus on one of my favorite of their songs, "Slam Van". ...
2021-02-2252 min
The CurrentEpisode 22: EEI's Brian WolffThis week, Brad sits down with Brian Wolff, Executive Vice President of Policy & External Affairs at the Edison Electric Institute (EEI), to discuss the top policy priorities the electric power industry is watching with the new Biden administration and Congress, including Covid relief, infrastructure, broadband, clean energy legislation and much more.
2021-02-1015 min
Greetings From WhereverEpisode 11- Season One RecapThe end of the year is so often a time for reflection. I wanted to take a moment to reflect on season one of the podcast. There were 9 great discussions with guests that I'll never forget as long as I live.
Some common themes throughout the season were:
- Collaboration
- Using space in creativity
- Using art to find one's voice in the world
- Creativity becoming part of one's identity
- Being genuine
I also talked about future plans and things...
2020-12-3021 min
Greetings From WhereverEpisode 10- Luke and the Lonely (Songwriting)The first season's finale features guests Sara Nuttle and Luke Bellet from Austin band, Luke and the Lonely. We had a great conversation about utilizing humor in songwriting, cats, Sara's artwork/visual creativity, working with producer Frenchie Smith and what it's like when a listener interprets the meaning of a song differently than we may have intended.
Deep Dive: We focused on their upcoming single, "My Baby Loves Heavy Metal", to be released Jan 8, 2021. We got into the concept of creating and playing characters in a song, using sound effects, some lyric writing approaches/techniques...
2020-12-211h 02
Greetings From WhereverEpisode 9- Rick Steinburg (Painting)Rick Steinburg and I had a great chat all about the art of painting. We got into talking about the need to create, his unique use of "found objects" in his pieces, being playful with art, what the "car test" equivalent is for Rick as a visual artist, his blues musician alter-ego "Stone House" and the importance of honoring lost loved ones through creativity.
Deep Dive: We focused on one piece of his called "The Musician Sings the Monster We Are". We talked about what his inspiration was for the piece, how art can be used...
2020-12-1458 min
Greetings From WhereverEpisode 8- Midas Vinyl (Creative Small Business Shoutout)I got to chat with Raul Adrian Ochoa (AKA Modern Day Midas) to talk all about his creative small business, Midas Vinyl. We also got to talk about his many other creative endeavors including being a very active singer-songwriter in the Austin scene, livestreaming (both gaming and music) and keeping an open mic going in the time of Corona.
Deep Dive: Midas Vinyl is "stencil artwork on recycled 12 inch LP's ranging from classic iconic pop culture images to custom pieces for gifting." We got into what goes into each piece of vinyl he designs...
2020-12-0744 min
Greetings From WhereverEpisode 7- Taylor Fredricks (Filmmaking)Taylor and I had a great discussion all about the art of filmmaking. We got into talking about what drives him to make films, his hilarious web series "Jimmy Arcurio", brewery networking, smart collaboration and staying busy with a variety of projects.
Deep Dive: We talked about his beautiful film, "And In a Moment", which is an Indie Drama About Love and Inner Struggle. Watching this, viewers get to see a different side of his storytelling and filmmaking abilities. We talked about influences he drew from, writing about what he knows, using different...
2020-11-3051 min
Greetings From WhereverEpisode 6- Adam Knight (Author)"At The Trough" author, Adam Knight and I had a great discussion mostly about the creative process of writing a novel. We also got into how quarantine has affected authors, why Adam has been a writer since he was very young and how his love of running is related to his writing.
Deep Dive: We talked all about his book, "At The Trough". This is a total page-turner that takes an eerie, chilling look at the possible future of education. We got into what it takes to build a world within a book...
2020-11-2354 min
Greetings From WhereverEpisode 5- Alex Alcocer (Songwriting)Alex Alcocer (of the band, Los Alcos) and I had a great conversation mostly about the art of songwriting. We also got into challenges that this quarantine has brought, what playing shows means to both of us and we even got into sports a little bit. Surprisingly, that's a first for this show.
Deep Dive: We talked all about the new Los Alcos single, "Duende". We got into how the beat just makes me want to party, what it takes to capture the jam band vibe into a concise track and...
2020-11-1653 min
Greetings From WhereverEpisode 4- BeckiJo Neill and Kim Stacy (Comedy)BeckiJo Neill and Kim Stacy host an awesome show called Comedians Interviewing Musicians (by Music Firsthand) that I've been so fortunate to be a musical guest on a few times. We had a great chat about comedy as an art form, the importance of being genuine for jokes to land and talked about how to dive into a local comedy scene to become a more well-rounded comedy fan.
Deep Dive Section: We talked all about what goes into preparing for an episode of Comedians Interviewing Musicians. They make it look easy and effortless, but...
2020-11-0957 min
Greetings From WhereverEpisode 3- Deer Fellow (Songwriting)Deer Fellow (Alyssa Kelly and Matt Salois) and I had an awesome chat about songwriting and shifting focus when promoting music during Corona times. We talked about the importance of always giving yourself the feeling like you're working on something important. We also got into the importance of protecting and preserving time and energy dedicated towards creating.
Deep Dive Section: A discussion of their latest single "Runaround". It was really cool to get a look behind the curtains on how this amazing song came together. Give that track a listen, you'll...
2020-11-0248 min
Greetings From WhereverEpisode 2- Ismael Quintanilla III (Photography)I had a great conversation with Ismael Quintanilla III about everything he's been working on during quarantine. I mostly have known him as one of the most talented and respected Austin concert photographers. Well, those bigtime shows aren't happening right now and haven't been for most of the year. It was really interesting to talk about how he's been able to reinvent himself as an artist to stay actively creative during quarantine. Check out his local musician video series, Zero Hour ATX. Also, be on the lookout for his upcoming book, "I am Here All...
2020-10-2653 min
Greetings From WhereverEpisode 1- Greetings From Wherever IntroductionHello and welcome to wherever! This episode features the show's host, Brian Wolff, talking about what this show is all about and who he is as a person and a creative. Most, if not all, future episodes will feature guest interviews with artists about all types of creative endeavors and processes. Guests will include songwriters, painters, authors, comedians and others! Be on the lookout for new episodes every Monday of each season!
2020-10-1925 min
The Mentor PodcastFinding Great Comps, with Brian and Lynette WolffThe Wolff Couple have been training successful investors alongside the guru Ron LeGrand all across America for over 15 years. Now thousands of students use the training they created with Ron to achieve their dreams through real estate investing. Brian and Lynette are the acknowledged authorities on Scripts, LIVE Closing Calls, Acquisitionists, and Pretty Houses. The Wolffs’ background makes them uniquely qualified to train you how to get rich in Real Estate. Lynette and Brian are straight talkers originally from Minnesota, with over 40 years of combined experience in the industry. As a new home sales agent, Lynette set an...
2020-08-1238 min
The Parking PodcastE31: An Interview with Brian Wolff and a Conversation about Authentic ConcernBrian Wolff, CEO of Parker Technology, discusses leadership, parking technology and authentic concern.
2020-06-2338 min
Call To MACtionIn the Wolff Den with UB Director of Athletic Communications Brian WolffThe boys sit down with long time UB Director of Athletic Communications Brian Wolff to discuss some of his favorite moments in Buffalo athletics as well as his favorite wing spots throughout the Queen City!
2020-05-1935 min
RiYLEpisode 380: Richard WolffIn 2019, Professor Richard Wolff was everywhere. He published two introduction to economics books — Understanding Marxism and Understanding Socialism — hosted a weekly YouTube show and podcast and made countless media appearances, all while serving as a visiting professor at New York’s New School.As he offhandedly points out during this conversation, we were his third podcast appearance of the day. It hasn’t always been like this, of course. The notion of a Marxist professor becoming a media darling would have seemed a crazy notion a mere decade or so ago. Wolff’s media prominence has come in the wake of fi...
2019-12-2946 minThe Unstarving Musician119 Giving Back to Austin's Youth - Brian WolffBrian Wolff of Fair City Fire is giving back to Austin's youth as Community Engagement Coordinator with a nonprofit called Kids In a New Groove. In this episode we talk about how this work and the mission keeps him connected to his music, the release of his band's new single Simple Stupid and much more. Episode Highlights We start the episode by talking about Kids In a New Groove and go on to discuss: Shifting from mentoring to joining the Kids In a New Groove team The realities of foster care Balancing the mentor t...
2019-08-3054 minThe Unstarving Musician55 Touring, Podcasting and Rocking with Fair City Fire–Brian WolffBrian Wolff is lead singer and guitarist for Austin based rock band Fair City Fire. Our conversation covers Brian's start in the music scene of Binghamton NY to his immersion in the Austin music scene. He shares lessons learned from touring, podcasting, college, business and marketing. His band's latest release is Shake Your Bones (see show notes below). The title track is featured at the end of the episode. A highlight of our conversation is Brian's take on marketing. I'm always expecting musicians to tell me about some sophisticated marketing hack, but Brian offers his insights on...
2018-06-1543 min
The Moment with Brian KoppelmanMary Karr: 9/8/15Mary Karr, the award-winning poet and best-selling author, joins Brian this week to discuss her latest book, The Art of Memoir, and reflect on her past work including The Liars' Club and a poem she wrote about David Foster Wallace, "Suicide's Note: An Annual." Also, Karr talks about being critical of David and why she couldn't read Infinite Jest until after his death. Plus, Brian and Mary talk about some of their favorite memoirs and how Mary believes that with the right tools and mindset, anyone can tell their own story.
Topics discussed on today's show include:
The Art of M...
2015-09-081h 13