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🎙️ The Doug Thompson Podcast: Storytelling, Speaker Secrets & Epic Laughs! 😂🔥🚀Beyond Words: How Storytelling Transforms Our ViewSummary In this engaging conversation, Doug Thompson and KathrynBaron explore the intricacies of storytelling, particularly in the nonprofit sector. Kathryn shares her journey as a nonprofit professional, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, visual memory, and connecting with audiences. They discuss effective fundraising strategies, the evolving landscape of nonprofits, and the significance of individual donors. Kathryn expresses her mission to continue making a positive impact and her desire to share her insights on larger platforms. Takeaways Kathryn's background in nonprofit work spans over 25 years.Storytelling is a p...
2025-10-1023 min
SPEAKPactAre you telling stories that connect—or delivering information your audience soon forgets? With Doug ThompsonStories bring content to life and add relevance. Tune in for key insights for lasting impact. In this insightful SPEAKPact episode, learn how effective storytelling is one of the most powerful tools for connection—transforming complex ideas into relatable narratives that audiences remember.Resonate with your audience on a deeper level to grow in demand.Effective speakers focus less on themselves and more on their audience, listening to cues and adapting their message for maximum impact. — Uncover how developing storytelling skills requires practice, timing, and delivery...
2025-10-0847 min
🎙️ The Doug Thompson Podcast: Storytelling, Speaker Secrets & Epic Laughs! 😂🔥🚀"Becoming Unstoppable: Patrick Mork on Resilience and Purpose"Episode Title: Becoming Unstoppable: Patrick Mork on Resilience and PurposeDescription: Join Doug Thompson as he sits down with Patrick Mork, a dynamic executive coach and former CMO of Google Play, to explore the journey of resilience and purpose. Patrick shares his insights on cultural transformation, the importance of self-awareness, and the science behind becoming unstoppable. Discover how Patrick's experiences across 11 countries and multiple industries have shaped his approach to leadership and personal growth.Key Takeaways:The pivotal role of resilience in personal and...
2025-09-1334 min
My Morning CupE139 - Doug Thompson's Morning CupDoug Thompson has a knack for seeing the bigger picture… whether on the soccer field, in business, or in civic life.
In this episode, Doug shares why the best players are the ones who make everyone else better, how a detour into screenwriting led him to USC and ultimately into a career in real estate development, and why he had to “fire” himself in order to move his career forward.
Doug Thompson is the President of HFS Capital Advisors. You can connect with him on LinkedIn (linkedin.com/in/doug-thompson-28218613).
If you like this e...
2025-09-081h 00My Morning CupE139 - Doug Thompson's Morning CupDoug Thompson has a knack for seeing the bigger picture… whether on the soccer field, in business, or in civic life.
In this episode, Doug shares why the best players are the ones who make everyone else better, how a detour into screenwriting led him to USC and ultimately into a career in real estate development, and why he had to “fire” himself in order to move his career forward.
Doug Thompson is the President of HFS Capital Advisors. You can connect with him on LinkedIn (linkedin.com/in/doug-thompson-28218613).
If you like this e...
2025-09-081h 00
The SCARED SO WHAT Podcast ShowThe power of storytelling can transform YOU! With Doug Thompson| Ep. 19 Scared So What®Scared So What® is your go-to podcast for navigating personal and professional change, coaching, and leadership with courage. Join Dr. Grant Van Ulbrich, TEDx speaker, author, coach, and founder of the world’s first bespokepersonal change model and technology, as he and his guests explore real-life stories, breakthrough moments, and the tools to thrive through transformation. 🎙️ New episodes every week. Today's discussion is about learning from a true sales powerhouse that has co-authored 3 books, is a TEDx speaker, and harnesses the power of Storytelling to transform lives. In his own words: He is a storyte...
2025-09-0334 min
Speak Out LoudFinding Joy and Hope in the Darkest Moments and in Life-Changing Suffering: - an Interview with Pastor Rick ThompsonOn September 3, 2024 Rick Thompson suffered a massive stroke while traveling in Costa Rica. At his wife's urging, a 6 hour cab ride to the nearest hospital saved his life.Following his stroke, Rick woke up the next morning blind and unable to move the left side of his body. The weeks and months ahead began an incredible journey of ongoing rehabilitation, returning to his role as senior Pastor of Council Road Baptist Church in metro Oklahoma City, and writing about this journey through his new book, Count if Joy: Lessons in Suffering.Stacee and Doug share...
2025-08-2638 min
🎙️ The Doug Thompson Podcast: Storytelling, Speaker Secrets & Epic Laughs! 😂🔥🚀Amplify Your Voice: Antoinette Roze’s Blueprint for Booking High-Value Speaking GigsIn this engaging podcast episode 126, Doug Thompson interviews Antoinette Roze, who shares her journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a successful speaker agency owner. Antoinette discusses the importance of relationships in the speaking industry, the balance between automation and personal touch, and the power of storytelling in engaging audiences. She emphasizes the need for speakers to build trust and connection with their audience while providing actionable strategies for effective speaking.TakeawaysAntoinette Roze's agency helps experts secure high-value speaking engagements.Her childhood experiences shaped her desire to make solutions...
2025-07-0333 min
🎙️ The Doug Thompson Podcast: Storytelling, Speaker Secrets & Epic Laughs! 😂🔥🚀Translating Tech, Taming Chaos: John Coyne on Smart Homes, Storytelling, and Saving Lives - Episode 125SummaryIn this engaging conversation, Doug Thompson interviews John Coyne, a tech expert and animal advocate. They discuss John's extensive career in technology, his unique ability to translate complex tech concepts into relatable stories, and his journey into animal rescue. John shares insights on understanding customer needs, the importance of setting expectations in tech solutions, and his aspirations for his nonprofit rescue organization. The conversation is filled with personal anecdotes, lessons learned, and a deep passion for both technology and animal welfare.TakeawaysJohn has been in the...
2025-06-2245 min🎙️ The Doug Thompson Podcast: Storytelling, Speaker Secrets & Epic Laughs! 😂🔥🚀Rattled Awake: The Universe's StorytellerIn this episode, Doug Thompson reflects on his career journey, particularly focusing on the challenges faced in corporate life, the impact of layoffs, and the importance of storytelling in personal and professional growth. He shares his experiences of navigating through difficult times, the lessons learned, and how he discovered his purpose through storytelling. Doug emphasizes the significance of being aware of the signs from the universe that guide us towards our true calling.TakeawaysLife can inspire unexpected changes in our careers.Corporate decisions can feel cold and impersonal.Building...
2025-06-1519 min
🎙️ The Doug Thompson Podcast: Storytelling, Speaker Secrets & Epic Laughs! 😂🔥🚀Future-Proof Your Workforce with Luke Goetting: AI & GenerationsSummaryIn this engaging podcast episode, Doug Thompson interviews Luke Goetting, a leading expert on the future of work. They discuss the dynamics of generational collaboration in the workplace, the importance of audience engagement, and the role of AI in knowledge transfer. Luke shares insights on how to effectively capture organizational knowledge and the significance of trust in AI across different generations. The conversation also touches on the impact of humor and edutainment in speaking, as well as the evolving nature of leadership in today's workforce.Contact Lukehttps://lukegoetting.com/...
2025-05-1932 min
🎙️ The Doug Thompson Podcast: Storytelling, Speaker Secrets & Epic Laughs! 😂🔥🚀Steering Safety with Science: Dr. Gina Anderson on Learning That Saves LivesSummaryIn this episode of the Doug Thompson podcast, Dr. Gina Anderson, CEO of Luma Brighter Learning, discusses the importance of effective training in logistics, the science of attention and learning, and how emotional resonance can enhance presentations. She emphasizes the role of learning in happiness and mindset, the need to adapt messages for different generations, and the impact of technology on communication and learning. Dr. Anderson shares insights on neuroplasticity and the power individuals have to change their mindset and improve their lives through learning.Contact Gina https://linktr.ee/drginaanderson
2025-05-0432 min
Sharpen The SpearMastering Storytelling: Doug Thompson on Authenticity, Confidence, and Business SuccessJoin Richard Walsh and Doug Thompson as they explore storytelling's transformative power in business. Doug shares his journey and the importance of storytelling skills to engage customers. They discuss crafting authentic stories, overcoming imposter syndrome, and bridging communication gaps. Doug highlights the value of improv skills, especially for children, and how storytelling boosts sales and authenticity. The episode covers building confidence through small successes, using technology for podcasting, and embracing change. Doug also shares insights on personal branding and actionable advice for entrepreneurs.
(0:00) Introduction to storytelling in business
(0:33) Sponsor: SharpenTheSpearCoaching.com
(1:00) Introducing guest Doug Thompson
(1:34) Doug's background and journey into...
2025-04-211h 03
The Sales and Rev Ops EffectOptimizing Revenue and Fixing Sales Teams with Doug C BrownLearn how to optimize revenue and fix sales teams with actionable strategies to drive growth and improve performance.Charlene and Doug C. Brown, a revenue optimization expert, dive into practical ways to overcome sales team challenges and unlock growth potential. Doug shares his insights on fixing broken sales teams, improving performance, and optimizing revenue generation.Key topics include: Building a High-Performing Sales Team: Key traits to look for when hiring and what makes a great sales leader. Addressing Team Issues: How accountability, clear expectations, and alignment with business goals can drive success. Sales...
2025-02-1854 min
Dentists IN the KnowDr. Doug Thompson with the DINKsSend us a text🎉We had such an insightful conversation with Dr. Doug Thompson about how to incorporate wellness practices into dental clinics. Not only is he a dental wellness expert, but he is also pursuing a Fellowship in Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine through the American Academy of Anti-Aging, Regenerative and Functional Medicine. Talk about an impressive resume!Dr. Thompson believes in an interdisciplinary treatment model that coordinates dental care with other medical practitioners for total body health care for his patients. He employs advanced DNA bacterial testing methods and...
2024-10-1646 min
The Jorge Pelayo PodcastEp 15 - Doug Thompson - Stories Sell, Facts, TellDoug Thompson is a distinguished storytelling professional in the technology sector, adeptly steering through its complexities for more than twenty years with the expertise of a veteran navigator. Residing in Austin, Texas, Doug has honed a unique ability to demystify complex concepts in Digital Transformation, Cybersecurity, Mindset, and AI for a broad audience.Throughout his career, Doug has held key positions at Microsoft, serving as an AI Ambassador and Director Technology Strategist, which speaks to his comprehensive adaptability and deep-seated industry acumen. In his current role as Chief Education Architect at Tanium, Doug leads with innovation and...
2024-09-161h 06
The Mosley Method - Mastering LeadershipUnlocking Your Leadership Potential: Personal Growth, Team Dynamics, and the Power of Storytelling with Doug Thompson🔥 New Episode Alert! 🔥
Join us for an inspiring and transformative episode of the Mosley Method Mastering Leadership Podcast featuring the incredible Doug Thompson! 🌟 This week, we delve deep into the essence of true leadership and personal growth.
"As a leader, it should always be about the team." Doug will guide you on how to shift your focus from simply managing tasks to truly leading with purpose. Discover how to unlock the hidden potential within your team, turning challenges into opportunities and fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation. 🚀
"We should fo...
2024-08-0857 min
Contrary to Ordinary, Exploring Extraordinary Personal Journeys36. Choosing the Extraordinary Path with Dr. Doug ThompsonThis week's guest is Dr. Doug Thompson, a pioneer in understanding the connection between oral health and overall well-being. In 2016, he founded the Wellness Dentistry Network to encourage dentists to adopt this more holistic approach, moving beyond the traditional focus on drilling and filling teeth.Doug also serves on the American Academy of Systemic Health Board and is an adjunct faculty member and clinical instructor at the Kois Center. Doug started his journey as a lab technician, working by day and taking classes by night. This determined path led h...
2024-07-2327 min
🎙️ The Doug Thompson Podcast: Storytelling, Speaker Secrets & Epic Laughs! 😂🔥🚀The Doug Thompson Podcast's Emerging Speakers Series featuring Angela Schaack
Join us for an enlightening episode of The Doug Thompson Podcast's Emerging Speakers Series featuring the inspiring Angela Schaack! As the Founder of Way to Wellness, Angela has dedicated decades to teaching and speaking about physical and mental well-being.
Angela's career spans roles in family service agencies, mental health hospitals, and the public education system. Frustrated by systems that emphasized diagnosis and medication over lifestyle management, Angela founded her dream company, Way to Wellness, five years ago. Her holistic approach aims to help individuals optimize their health for more joy and longevity. An essential part of her mission includes...
2024-07-1127 min
🎙️ The Doug Thompson Podcast: Storytelling, Speaker Secrets & Epic Laughs! 😂🔥🚀The Doug Thompson Podcast's Emerging Speakers Series featuring the multi-talented Chuck Clayton
Join us for an insightful episode of The Doug Thompson Podcast's Emerging Speakers Series featuring the multi-talented Chuck Clayton! With a rich background in engineering and business, Chuck brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table.
Holding a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Michigan Tech University and an MBA from Pepperdine University, Chuck has excelled as a principal mechanical design and development engineer, systems engineer, quality engineer, and Raytheon 6-Sigma expert. His career spans across aerospace, computer, oilfield, defense industries, and education sectors.
Fascinated by the power of critical thinking, Chuck was inspired by Dr...
2024-07-1125 min
Unfiltered SessionsEnhance Technical Sales with Authentic Storytelling with Doug ThompsonUnlock the power of storytelling with Doug Thompson, a tech communicator who turns complex jargon into engaging narratives. Doug shares his transformation from an anxious extroverted introvert to a dynamic speaker, revealing how personal anecdotes can make technical topics accessible and memorable. Learn the secrets of "techsplaining" and how Doug's storytelling bridges the gap between technical information and audience understanding.Discover how storytelling enhances technical sales and communication skills through Doug's rich experiences, including a unique hiring experience at Microsoft. He emphasizes starting where your listener is, using familiar analogies, and the importance of authenticity. Doug also...
2024-07-1039 min
🎙️ The Doug Thompson Podcast: Storytelling, Speaker Secrets & Epic Laughs! 😂🔥🚀The Doug Thompson Podcast: Emerging Speakers Series with Steven English
Get ready for a fun and insightful episode of The Doug Thompson Podcast's Emerging Speakers Series featuring the one and only Steven English! With 22 years in engineering under his belt, Steven has trained Fortune 500 organizations and led massive change management initiatives. He's an ICF Professional Certified Coach, TEDx speaker, and the genius behind multiple Toastmasters public speaking clubs.
Steven’s mission? To turn engineering execs into leadership ninjas who can spark innovation, supercharge engagement, and keep turnover at bay. He’s coached over 175 clients one-on-one and worked with top-notch companies like Home Depot’s BlackLocus, SMACNA, Neighborly, Qualcomm, and more.
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2024-07-0330 min
🎙️ The Doug Thompson Podcast: Storytelling, Speaker Secrets & Epic Laughs! 😂🔥🚀The Doug Thompson Podcast: Emerging Speakers Series with Carolyn Cummins
Ready to laugh and learn? Join us for a chat with Carolyn Cummins, a marketing maestro with 25+ years of experience. Carolyn’s helped everyone from fitness buffs to real estate moguls master their marketing mojo. Oh, and did we mention she's a board member of the Austin Texas Chapter of the National Speakers Association? Yeah, she's kind of a big deal.
Carolyn runs Santosha Solutions, coaching solopreneurs to fine-tune their strategies and boost their authenticity. When she's not transforming businesses, she's either at a fitness class or sipping a well-deserved glass of wine.
Tune in for Carolyn’s expert tips...
2024-07-0321 min
🎙️ The Doug Thompson Podcast: Storytelling, Speaker Secrets & Epic Laughs! 😂🔥🚀The Doug Thompson Podcast: Emerging Speakers Series with Thom Singer
Get ready for a fun and insightful episode of The Doug Thompson Podcast's Emerging Speakers Series featuring the one and only Steven English! With 22 years in engineering under his belt, Steven has trained Fortune 500 organizations and led massive change management initiatives. He's an ICF Professional Certified Coach, TEDx speaker, and the genius behind multiple Toastmasters public speaking clubs.
Steven’s mission? To turn engineering execs into leadership ninjas who can spark innovation, supercharge engagement, and keep turnover at bay. He’s coached over 175 clients one-on-one and worked with top-notch companies like Home Depot’s BlackLocus, SMACNA, Neighborly, Qualcomm, and more.
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2024-07-0324 min
🎙️ The Doug Thompson Podcast: Storytelling, Speaker Secrets & Epic Laughs! 😂🔥🚀Navigating the Path to Paid Speaking Gigs_ Insights with Philip Sessions
In this episode of "The Doug Thompson Podcast," Doug sits down with Philip Sessions to crack the code on landing paid speaking gigs. They delve into practical strategies for finding opportunities, building a personal brand, and engaging with audiences. Philip shares insights from his own experiences, offering tips on leveraging social media and networking to secure engagements. This episode is a must-listen for aspiring speakers looking to turn their passion into a profession.
Introduction and Overview
Introduction to Philip Sessions and the topic (00:00 - 01:30)
Finding Speaking Opportunities
Strategies for identifying and...
2024-06-0334 min
Autism StoriesAutism Stories: Aaliyah Thompson" I opened up a nail school back in last year of February, the 9th of February. We opened up a nail school to help people with autism, so they can also do nails as well", says Aaliyah Thompson. Aaliyah joins this episode to discuss her nail bar and opening up a cosmetology school for autistic people. To learn more Aaliyah visit https://www.instagram.com/aaliyahbeautybar__nail_school/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D
If you could subscribe on your favorite listening platform we would really appreciate that. If you are looking for extraordinary support support to liv...
2024-05-2310 min
Comedy Dynamics DailyDoug Thompson On Cats And DogsDoug Thompson: Who Taught You That?
With a different look on the everyday life, and the ability to find positive funny analogies on the pitfalls of it all; comedian Doug Thompson is a ray of light.
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2024-05-0905 min
Beyond The BoxWhere Does Sex Meet Money? A Conversation with RJ Thompson-Rodriguez.What’s it like working in the sex industry, and who fights for the rights of those who work in the shadows of the legal economy? Doug Lasdon talks with RJ Thompson-Rodriguez, human rights advocate, lawyer, former sex worker, and current director of the UJC Sex Workers Project. The Sex Workers Project is a national organization that defends the human rights of sex workers by destigmatizing and decriminalizing people in the sex trades through free legal services, education, research, and policy advocacy. They aim to create a sexually liberated world where all workers have the autonomy and pow...
2024-03-2540 min
Skool StoriesHow Doug Makes $80k/m on Skool with 5-day ChallengesJOIN SKOOL NOW: http://tinyurl.com/skool-games
In this episode, Doug Boughton shares how he earns $80,000 per month with Skool, including:
- Tactics for "closing” customers without sales calls
- Avoiding the entrepreneurial trap of "reinventing the wheel”
- Gamification techniques that lead to massive client results in his communities
- How his Skool community bought a house for someone who needed it
- And his plan for winning The Skool Games
Check it out!
Doug on Skool: https://www.skool.com/@doug-boughton-...
2024-02-0114 minAutism StoriesAutism Stories: Shawn Thompson"The place that I'm currently working is a hotbed for neurodivergence. A lot of folks there that kind of just understand a lot of things that are happening everyday. You'll see folks in the hall taking a stim break, and it's totally normal. Nobody's bothering them, or worried about what they're wearing, or what they're doing, as long as they're not hurting anybody. They're doing their job and finding their way in a career that suits them and their technical needs and resources", says Shawn Thompson. Shawn joins this episode to discuss working at an organization with neurodivergent affirming...
2023-12-2125 min
🎙️ The Doug Thompson Podcast: Storytelling, Speaker Secrets & Epic Laughs! 😂🔥🚀Transforming Adversity - Embrace Change and Grow for a Fulfilling Life - Pat WetzelDo you ever feel like you're stuck in a never-ending cycle of setbacks and bumps in the road? Have you been told that the key to overcoming these challenges is to simply toughen up and push through? But here's the painful truth: pushing through without a plan or strategy often leads to more frustration and disappointment. If you're tired of feeling stuck and ready for real growth and transformation, it's time to embrace a different approach.
In this episode, you will be able to:
Embrace Change and Grow: Learn how to embrace change as an op...
2023-11-2321 min
GRASP Confidence | Personal Growth for Leaders and High Performers#13: Storytelling With Confidence with Doug Thompson, TEDx Speaker & International Bestselling Co-AuthorDoug Thompson is a TEDx Speaker, International Bestselling Co-Author, Chief Education Architect, former Microsoft executive, and Top LinkedIn Voice for Storytelling. Sharing stories can help you connect with others on a deeper level. When you see that your story resonates with someone else, it can give you a sense of validation and confidence in your own experiences and perspectives. Telling a story allows you to take control of the narrative. You have the power to frame events in a way that highlights your strengths, resilience, and growth. This sense of empowerment can lead to increased confidence. The mor...
2023-11-0535 min
Business Excellence for ManagersNarrative Excellence: Advancing Your Storytelling Skills with Doug ThompsonIn today's episode we delve into the art of storytelling and explore how you can learn a couple new tips and tricks to further improve your presentation and meeting skills.
It's my privilege to introduce you to Doug Thompson, a resident of Austin, Texas, and a seasoned storyteller plus TEDx Speaker. He specializes in telling stories and helping others learn storytelling skills and makes complex topics understandable for everyone.
He spent over two decades at Microsoft as their Director Technology Strategist and Artificial Intelligence Ambassador.
Today, Doug is the Chief Education Architect at T...
2023-10-2544 min
Career FocusEp. #9: How Storytelling Impacts Your Life and Career (Interview with Doug Thompson)In this episode, I chat with best-selling author, TedX and keynote speaker, and lifelong storyteller Doug Thompson to discuss the opportunities storytelling brings to professionals inside and out of the workplace. Together, Doug and I unpack the various benefits and tactics to effective storytelling, and how even if you’re not a “natural,” you can develop the confidence to tell stories that captivate.
For anyone looking to build relationships - maybe you’re on the job hunt, you’re building a network of friends or connections, or you’re presenting a project next week at work - this is the e...
2023-10-1826 min
Dr. M's Women and Children First PodcastDr. M’s Women and Children First Podcast #54 – Doug Thompson, DDS – Teeth and Systemic Health
Today’s guest is Dr. Doug Thompson, a 27 year veteran of dentistry since he graduated from the University of Michigan School of Dentistry in 1996. Dr. Thompson is a teacher, researcher and trail blazer in the field of modern dentistry. Today we travel down paths that lead to explanations as to why oral health is so important to systemic and truly whole human health. We look back in time and follow a timeline to the present-day research that says that we have scientific knowledge through laboratory study that the oral microbiome, the bacteria that reside with the oral cavity, as well as the oral...
2023-09-241h 18Dr. M's Women and Children First PodcastDr. M’s Women and Children First Podcast #54 – Doug Thompson, DDS – Teeth and Systemic HealthToday’s guest is Dr. Doug Thompson, a 27 year veteran of dentistry since he graduated from the University of Michigan School of Dentistry in 1996. Dr. Thompson is a teacher, researcher and trail blazer in the field of modern dentistry. Today we travel down paths that lead to explanations as to why oral health is so important to systemic and truly whole human health. We look back in time and follow a timeline to the present-day research that says that we have scientific knowledge through laboratory study that the oral microbiome, the bacteria that reside with the oral cavity, as well as t...
2023-09-241h 18
🎙️ The Doug Thompson Podcast: Storytelling, Speaker Secrets & Epic Laughs! 😂🔥🚀Navigating Life's Challenges: Wisdom from Tarot Master Corbie MitleidSay hello to Corbie Mitleid, an exceptional figure in the realm of spirituality. As a certified Tarot master since the age of 18, Corbie couples her psychic prowess with a unique talent for mediumship and channeling. Honored in Robert Schwartz's cutting-edge series and a successful author of three books, Corbie has carved a niche in guiding people through their life maps. Her theater major background lays the foundation for compelling storytelling, and her love of history empowers her specialization in past lives. Not one to sugarcoat the truth, Corbie delivers her heart touched insights with a dose of humor and...
2023-09-1121 min
Static RadioA Conversation with... - Doug ThompsonDoug Thompson
Doug Thompson is many things, a software salesperson, triathlete, Ted Talk Speaker, and all-around good guy. Doug sits down with Bob to talk about all these things and more as we find out just a few of the many goals Doug Thompson is going to achieve.
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2023-09-0742 min
Static RadioA Conversation with… – Doug ThompsonDoug Thompson Doug Thompson is many things, a software salesperson, triathlete, Ted Talk Speaker, and all-around good guy. Doug sits down with Bob to talk about all these things and more as we find out just a few of the many goals Doug Thompson is going to achieve. Podcast – https://thedougthompson.com
2023-09-0742 min
First WAVESNarrative Excellence: Advancing Your Storytelling Skills with Doug ThompsonIn today's episode we delve into the art of storytelling and explore how you can learn a couple new tips and tricks to further improve your presentation and meeting skills.
It's my privilege to introduce you to Doug Thompson, a resident of Austin, Texas, and a seasoned storyteller plus TEDx Speaker. He specializes in telling stories and helping others learn storytelling skills and makes complex topics understandable for everyone.
He spent over two decades at Microsoft as their Director Technology Strategist and Artificial Intelligence Ambassador.
Today, Doug is the Chief Education Architect at T...
2023-09-0545 min
🎙️ The Doug Thompson Podcast: Storytelling, Speaker Secrets & Epic Laughs! 😂🔥🚀Mastering the Art of Brand Storytelling Insights from Branden CobbMy special guest is Branden Cobb Eager to share his expansive knowledge and passion, Branden Cobb is our guest today, a seasoned professional with over 15 years in the marketing sphere. Having worked with diverse companies of all sizes, Branden brings a rich tapestry of varied experiences and insights. Making significant strides in marketing consultancy, he prides himself on being accessible to businesses needing anything from a single consult to extensive strategic input. One of his key ideologies is the potent combination of storytelling and branding, a unique blend that Branden masters like no other.
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2023-09-0324 min
🎙️ The Doug Thompson Podcast: Storytelling, Speaker Secrets & Epic Laughs! 😂🔥🚀Unleashing the Power of Social Media_ Storytelling Tips for Technology-driven Industries - Katherine BanksDiscover the captivating journey of Katherine Banks, a social media manager and travel photographer. From revolutionizing social media presence to exploring blockchain technology, she dives deep into the world of technology and storytelling. But what happens when her travels lead her to an unexpected encounter? Find out in this thrilling podcast trailer that will leave you on the edge of your seat, craving for more.
Turning her own dissatisfaction as a customer into a thriving career, Kat Banks is today's inspiring figure. Kat leaped from being a disgruntled customer to managing global social media for a technology...
2023-09-0221 min
🎙️ The Doug Thompson Podcast: Storytelling, Speaker Secrets & Epic Laughs! 😂🔥🚀Challenging Perception: The Impact of Philosophy in AI Development and Ethics Discussed by Josh BachynskiIn a world of cold algorithms and data-driven decision-making, one man dared to bring warmth and humanity to the world of AI.
Josh Bachynski, a former philosophy student turned AI expert, uncovered the hidden connection between the realms of thought and technology. His unexpected fusion of philosophy and AI brought forth a new understanding of what it truly means for an AI to have a mind of its own. But as he delved deeper into the depths of this uncharted territory, he stumbled upon a revelation that would challenge everything we thought we knew about ethics and AI. What...
2023-09-0125 min
🎙️ The Doug Thompson Podcast: Storytelling, Speaker Secrets & Epic Laughs! 😂🔥🚀Come and Take ItDoes this sound familiar?
You try to engage in political discourse with someone from the opposite side, only to be met with hostility
and canceled out. You've been told to either avoid these conversations altogether or fight back with equal force. But where has that gotten us?
It's time to acknowledge the pain of feeling unheard and the frustration of being stuck in echo chambers. It's time to flush cancel culture and prioritize
meaningful dialogue.
By valuing individuals and their perspectives, we can bridge political divides and increase understanding.
Join us...
2023-06-1909 min
Hey Fightin' Podcast Network: The Official Podcast Network of LSU SportsHearing Voices: Doug Thompson, LSU Sports Radio NetworkDoug Thompson joins this week's edition of Hearing Voices to talk LSU Baseball and preview this weekend's series against Kentucky. Thompson is the color analyst alongside Chris Blair on the LSU Sports Radio Network and a former pitcher with the Tigers, who went on to play two seasons at LSU, where he was the winning pitcher in the 1997 College World Series championship game.
2023-04-1340 min
The Church Sound Podcast with Prentiss L. ThompsonEpisode 230: Get the Best Sound in your Church | with Doug Gould Worship MDPrentiss L. Thompson and Doug Gould the Worship MD talk all things audio in churches. Listern, Laugh & Learn>>>>>Invisible Media Websites
2023-01-1750 min
🎙️ The Doug Thompson Podcast: Storytelling, Speaker Secrets & Epic Laughs! 😂🔥🚀Chip Cards: Convenience or Chaos?When his credit card fails 15 times trying to pay for groceries, an exasperated Doug Thompson embarks on a mission to explore the irony of technology, uncovering a hidden single point of failure in his quest for a cashless society.
You will learn:
1. Have you ever experienced the frustration of trying to pay for something with your credit card and it not working? 2. How did the US credit card system evolve over time to make it more secure but perhaps less reliable?
3. What is the potential impact of technology failures on our ability to...
2023-01-0207 min🎙️ The Doug Thompson Podcast: Storytelling, Speaker Secrets & Epic Laughs! 😂🔥🚀Asking Why: The Recycling Conundrum of Doug Thompson's Technology Tour GuideWhen Doug attempts to do the right thing by buying recycled paper cups, he soon discovers the startling truth about plastic recycling and sets off on a journey to unmask the lies of the autocrats and bureaucrats.
This episode was about Questioning what we think we know. I learned about this topic through spilling coffee in my truck and researching the truth behind recycling. Through research, I discovered that recycling is not as effective as it seems, with only 2.4 million tons of plastic waste out of the 51 million generated in 2020 being recycled. We should...
2022-12-2311 min🎙️ The Doug Thompson Podcast: Storytelling, Speaker Secrets & Epic Laughs! 😂🔥🚀Button up and buckle down with the Technology Tour Guide Podcast and Doug Thompson!When Doug Thompson goes to pick up his dry cleaning and notices a strange button pattern, he embarks on an unexpected journey to uncover the compelling, ironic history of buttons and why "we've always done it that way".
In this video, you will learn:
1. Have you ever wondered why some shirt buttons are horizontal and others are vertical?
2. Why do men's shirts have the buttons on the right side and women's on the left?
3. What is the origin of the "we've always done it that way" attitude?
2022-12-0209 min🎙️ The Doug Thompson Podcast: Storytelling, Speaker Secrets & Epic Laughs! 😂🔥🚀Technology Tour Guide - Bathroom RouletteIn this episode of the Technology Tour Guide Podcast, Doug Thompson explores the irony and annoyance of modern bathroom technology that is supposed to make our lives easier. In this episode, you will learn:
1. Why doesn't bathroom technology seem to work very well?
2. What is infrared, and how does it work?
3. Why do we need to wash our hands if urine is sterile?
"My advice to you is find one that doesn't use infrared so you can actually turn it on and turn it off."
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2022-12-0107 min🎙️ The Doug Thompson Podcast: Storytelling, Speaker Secrets & Epic Laughs! 😂🔥🚀"Clippy You Must Die: Surviving Technology Frustrations"I remember way back when I opened Microsoft Word, and there was Clippy, the annoying paperclip that tried to help me. He was so bad, they made memes about him. When I type something in, autocorrect can make it worse. I remember my former boss, who would spell words so badly that auto correct even got it wrong. Spell check is better, but it doesn't stop people from misspelling my name. The danger is when technology that is supposed to help us only helps us 80% of the time. Artificial intelligence and machine learning are supposed to be the saviors...
2022-11-3012 min🎙️ The Doug Thompson Podcast: Storytelling, Speaker Secrets & Epic Laughs! 😂🔥🚀The Technology Tour Guide: A Travel Day from HellDesign your technology with the customer in mind for a seamless experience.
In this episode, you will learn:
1. What happens when technology fails while you're traveling?
2. What are the consequences of outsourcing customer service?
3. How can technology be designed to better serve customers?
"If I'm designing this, I'm starting from the point of view of the customer and working the way up."
I was flying into Philadelphia for a presentation, and I had to fly out to Denver the following day. I decided to rent a Jaguar SUV...
2022-11-3011 min🎙️ The Doug Thompson Podcast: Storytelling, Speaker Secrets & Epic Laughs! 😂🔥🚀Welcome to Season 5 - The Technology TourguideYou have found the technology tour guide podcast where Doug Thompson tells complicated stories in a way that you can understand. In this episode, you will learn my vision for Season 5 as well as a few new things you will see.
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2022-11-2105 min
🎙️ The Doug Thompson Podcast: Storytelling, Speaker Secrets & Epic Laughs! 😂🔥🚀Georgina PlaystedGeorgina was born in the gold mining town of Ballarat, Victoria, Australia (gold diggers from way back)
She’s the youngest of 3 & her ‘the favorite’ (self-proclaimed of course)
Georgina’s working life began as a barber in 1982 & then after many various jobs in hospitality she went on to fly for Ansett Australia as a flight attendant for 7 years
After Ansett’s fatal collapse in 2001, same week as 9/11 Georgina found herself jobless & husbandless...so she went back to school & jumped into new career as a remedial massage, running her own busin...
2022-09-2140 min
The Church Sound Podcast with Prentiss L. ThompsonEpisode 207: EP 116 | Training Media Ministries | with Doug Gould of Worship MDDoug Gould the CEO and founder of Worship MD joins the conversation about training Media Ministry teams. Doug has been a veteran of the Pro Audio and Music Technology Industry for nearly 30 years, serving in management roles at Shure, Tascam and E-Mu Systems and also serves as a worship leader, musician and tech at various churches throughout his esteemed career. Over the last twelve years Doug has been a very effective presenter at hundreds of worship conferences all over North America and beyond, focusing his experience to consult and teach others. Listen, Laugh and LearnE...
2022-09-0652 min
Pulling Each Other AlongMLB to CFP with Kevin ThompsonKevin Thompson, Author of MLB to CFP® , Host of the 9innings Podcast & Founder of 9Innings Capital Group LLC, joins Dave Clark and Doug Cornfield. Learn from Kevin's perspective as he pivoted from Major League Baseball player to Certified Financial Planner. Baseball and business stories combine in this power packed discussion.Kevin is the President and CEO of 9Innings Capital Group LLC. As a Wealth Management Advisor, Kevin facilitates the financial professional/client relationship by helping to analyze one’s financial needs while developing a framework that can best address one’s objectives. The 9Inning...
2022-08-2338 min
AIM PODCASTEp 83: Arms Of Jesus (ft. Cade Thompson)Doug is joined by Christian music artist Cade Thompson. Cade shares his story of getting into music at an early age and how that passion and desire grew into something much larger. He talks about his motivation and inspiration for his recent hit “Arms Of Jesus” and some of the powerful ways he has been able to make an impact through the process. Cade explains how no matter what you are pursuing, God should be the foundation you build on. He will be heading up his first headline tour this september.
2022-08-1824 min
A Tale of Two Hygienists PodcastIntegrative Dentistry: Controlling the Oral Microbiome with Dr. Doug ThompsonOn this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists Andrew is joined by Dr. Doug Thompson and return guest co-host Machell Hudson, RDH! Dr. Thompson talks to us about how he uses integrative dentistry in his practice to ensure that he and his team do the best they can to control the patients oral microbiome and reduce disease. Thanks to Tempstars support this episode has FREE CE! Be sure to view your state guidelines to ensure this CE is applicable in your State. You can view all episodes with Free CE here. Take the CE course for t...
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2022-08-1744 min
🎙️ The Doug Thompson Podcast: Storytelling, Speaker Secrets & Epic Laughs! 😂🔥🚀Season 4 FinaleSeason 4 Finale and Where I am Taking the Podcast Next DescriptionHave you been told that in order to get Aspirational storytelling you have to sound like a robot or be fake? If you've been following that advice and it's not working, this episode is for you. You'll learn how to tell stories that sound like you In this episode, you will learn: 1. What is the Technology Tour Guide series?2. What is the story behind the credit card chips?3. What other complicated topics will be covered?Show Notes...
2022-08-1208 min
🎙️ The Doug Thompson Podcast: Storytelling, Speaker Secrets & Epic Laughs! 😂🔥🚀Jill SitnickTitleHealing the Invisible Wounds: Jill Sitnick's Journey to RecoveryDescriptionIf you're feeling stuck in your trauma, like you've tried everything and nothing is working, then this episode is for you!Show NotesIf you're feeling stuck in your trauma, like you've tried everything and nothing is working, then this episode is for you!"The research on the website says that two thirds of the people through the clinical trials had no clinical symptoms. I'm willing to roll the dice."Jill Sitnick is a writer and speaker who specializes in sharing her story of overcoming childhood trauma induced PTSD through psychedelic assisted psychotherapy...
2022-08-0530 min
🎙️ The Doug Thompson Podcast: Storytelling, Speaker Secrets & Epic Laughs! 😂🔥🚀Oshri CohenIn a world of rapidly changing technology, the need for experienced and knowledgeable CTOs has never been greater. You will learn what a fractional CTO is and how they can help startups and businesses."The perfectly run startups are not in business anymore because they're focused on perfect operations instead of growth."Oshri Cohen is a fractional CTO who helps startups grow their businesses by providing practical tips and advice. He has a background in customer service and logistics, and brings this experience to his role as a CTO.This is Oshri Cohen's story...I'm Oshree Cohen, a fractional CTO...
2022-07-2532 min
🎙️ The Doug Thompson Podcast: Storytelling, Speaker Secrets & Epic Laughs! 😂🔥🚀Deirdre TshienDeidre Shin: How to Turn Your Quarter-Life Crisis Into an OpportunityDescriptionGet the best insights on business and entrepreneurship from Deirdre Tshien, CEO and co-founder of CAPSHO.Show NotesGet the best insights on business and entrepreneurship from Deirdre Tshien, CEO and co-founder of CAPSHO."The great thing about ignorance and naivety is that we just forged ahead and did it anyway."Deirdre Tshien is the CEO and co-founder of CAPSHO, the world's first AI-powered podcast copywriter. She is also the co-founder of The Choc Pot, a dessert bar in Sydney, Australia, and 2 burger resturants.This is Deirdre Tshien's story...Deirdre Tshien...
2022-07-2226 min
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PodtalkStorytelling with Doug ThompsonWhat strategies and experiences contribute to effective storytelling and meaningful conversation?
Effective storytelling bridges gaps between technical concepts and emotional connections.
"Listening is not just on the surface—it's listening to what they’re telling you, what’s going on, and then doing the number one rule in Improv: yes, and." ~ Doug Thompson (32:58)
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🎙️ The Doug Thompson Podcast: Storytelling, Speaker Secrets & Epic Laughs! 😂🔥🚀Timothy DouglasTimothy Douglas, a chess-playing real estate investor, joins Doug to talk about what it was like quitting football after struggling with depression in high school. Timothy also shares how he started his podcast, "Living The Dream", as a way to connect with people and help them achieve their goals. https://www.spreaker.com/user/12442327/episode-63-timothy-douglas "The pain of staying where you are is greater than the pain of change." Timothy Douglas is the host of the Living in a Dream Podcast, where he talks to people about their dreams and goals. He is also a real estate investor and...
2022-06-1530 min
🎙️ The Doug Thompson Podcast: Storytelling, Speaker Secrets & Epic Laughs! 😂🔥🚀Urmi Hossain"I'm a finance professional and Toastmasters President who helps women become more confident and credible through public speaking."A woman who overcame cultural barriers and self-doubt to find success in finance shares her story and tips for other women who want to enter the field.This is Urmi’s story…I'm a finance professional, and I've always been good with numbers and math. I never thought about working in finance, though, until I moved to Canada and started taking some classes. I realized that I loved finance and I was really good at it. I decided to make it my majo...
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VoltsVolts podcast: Doug Thompson defends the deep stateIn this episode, Doug Thompson, associate professor of political science at the University of South Carolina, sings the praises of bureaucracy and its essential role in the fight against climate change.(PDF transcript)(Active transcript)Text transcript:David RobertsIt’s well-understood that the modern US conservative movement is a mix of two primary forces, fiscal and social conservatism. (See: fusionism.) Put more crudely: it’s the oligarchs and the evangelical white nationalists. The left’s pushback to social conservatism — anti-racism and civil rights more broadly — is well-devel...
2022-05-1300 min
Interviews with Leaders in Fintech & Web3Metaverse Veteran Doug Thompson Talks About Opportunities in the Metaverse and How You Can Get StartedDoug Thompson has been working in and around the metaverse for the last 15 years.Doug is a serial entrepreneur running a metaverse strategy agency, co-founder of a NFT project called Echocore and is involved in DAOs such as the Open Meta DAO.He is a digital nomad and a true expert in all things related to the metaverse. His newsletter Out of Scope is a must read.Hear Doug's thoughts on:- How gaming is the onramp to the metaverse- What is the definition of The Metaverse- How...
2022-05-1136 min
The Orvis Fly-Fishing PodcastThe Stupid Things we do for Trout, with Doug ThompsonTodays guest might make you mad. If you're a trout angler he will certainly make you feel uncomfortable. Doug Thompson [37:29] is the author of The Quest for the Golden Trout, and the book is not what you think it might be from the title. He is a professor in geoscience and environmental studies and does research in geomorphology and hydrology. In examining critically what we do to ensure trout fishing, Douglas Thompson gores some sacred cows, including our obsession with stocking trout, non-native species we introduce, the way we manipulate the physical structure of rivers to benefit trout, and...
2022-01-141h 18
Japan Rugby WeeklyEp. 35 Luke Thompson back in Japan!?!?!Welcome back to the Japan Rugby Weekly Podcast!I'm Doug the translator, and this week I review the recent International Match against Japan and Portugal, before going through a surprise new signing for the NTT Comm shining Arcs in Luke Thompson!!!If you enjoy the podcast, please subscribe, review and share it with a mate.We still have our discount code available too, so if you want to take your activation and recovery game to the next level, make sure to use our code JRW15 for 15% off your order!For the l...
2021-11-1512 min
Finding Zeal011: Doug shares about being a missionary for 27 yearsIn this episode, Cohen and Josh interview Doug Meyerdirk - a missionary in Slovakia for 27 years. Doug talks about how he made the decision to move his life and family across the world. He also shares about his experience with the Slovakian mafia and time spent with the Slovakian president. Doug is currently back in the U.S. working with the local church and investing in the community of College Station.
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The JP Emerson ShowValerie Thompson is the World’s Fastest Woman on Two Wheels, and she’s only Just BegunValerie is the “World’s Fastest Female Motorcycle Racer” and a ten-time land speed record holder with membership in the Sturgis Motorcycle Hall of Fame, seven 200 MPH Clubs and one 300 MPH Club. In 2018, she piloted the famed BUB 7 Streamliner to a record speed of 328.467 mph (528.616 km/h) and is the only female rider featured on the “World’s Top 10 Fastest Motorcycle Riders” list. She was recently included on the Dealer news “Top 100 Leaders in Powersports” list.In addition to pursuing the fastest motorcycle title of 376.363 mph, Valerie assumed driving duties of the Treit and Davenport Target 550 Streaml...
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The Experience of YouDiscovering Your Own Voice with Doug HolcombeDiscovering Your Own Voice Episode SummaryDavid Thompson talks with Employee Benefits Consultant at Hardenbergh Insurance Group, Doug Holcombe, about beginning to build your personal brand, overcoming the fear of failure, how to choose valuable people to network with, and more.Episode HighlightsWhen did you first become aware of the concept of personal brand?Doug: left college, dropped out of PT school, career path took a complete 180, and had to find a new identity at 23 years oldHad to figure out what he was passionate about/enjoyed, but that’s not enoughYou have to ex...
2021-04-0935 min
What's Your Deal? With Doug GleasonRobert Thompson (Musician/Comedian)Robert is a very talented comedian who hosts an amusement park themed comedy podcast.Host: Doug GleasonProducer: Ryan DGuest: Robert Thompson(Social Media) https://www.youtube.com/@whatsyourdealwithdouggleas870https://www.youtube.com/@whatsyourdealwithdouggleas5430
2021-01-2459 min
Live Life Well: The Podcast19 - Intellectual Wellness with Doug ThompsonAfter an unexpected break, Amy is back with an interview with Doug Thompson, a passionate storyteller and TEDx speaker. Doug can usually be found sharing his passion for storytelling in his LinkedIn videos and his Tech Story podcast. His passion is coaching and mentoring other technology professions on how to stop “techsplaining” and start storytelling. He believes that everyone has a story, and it is just a matter of unlocking it from the grips of the subconscious mind.
Currently Doug is an AI Ambassador and Technology Strategist Director for the Education team at Microsoft where he leverages his 30+...
2020-12-1347 min
Better Call Daddy63.How To Control Your Inner Bully! Doug ThompsonEveryone has an inner bully who really dictates and inhibits your life! Controlling it, is one of the hardest things one can do! Today you are going to find out how! Doug Thompson, on this week’s episode of Better Call Daddy, talks about controlling your inner bully, helping people find their voice, as well as other things like what to do at gunpoint and how to be a father to a daughter!
Connect with Doug!
His Podcast: Tech Story
LinkedIn: Doug Thompson
Instagram: thedougthompson
Twitter: thedougthompson
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2020-12-1131 min
🎙️ The Doug Thompson Podcast: Storytelling, Speaker Secrets & Epic Laughs! 😂🔥🚀Season 1 FinaleThis is the Season 1 Finale and I think you all for supporting the podcast.CheersDougTheme music - Elevators Need Rock Too by Spence -
2020-11-0904 min
🎙️ The Doug Thompson Podcast: Storytelling, Speaker Secrets & Epic Laughs! 😂🔥🚀Loren GreiffAfter 25+ yrs. of a career spanning an exciting range of corporate creative roles first, in NYC’s ad world as Vice President at J. Walter Thompson, on Client-side @ Discovercard.com & more recently as a Managing Consultant (aka glorified recruiter) within the Digital Practice at Korn Ferry...On December 2nd, 2019, she decided she was done.She faced what she knew, the hiring/recruiting process is broken.So I started Portfoliorocket.com.Theme music by Spence - Elevators Need Rock Too.
2020-10-0528 min
Humanizing Leadership- Conversations for the Next GenerationEpisode 115: When Your Partner Takes the Mic - Jay Andrews & Doug ThompsonLouise is all about keeping it real - real issues, real people, real conversations. Today on the show, Louise's partner, Jay Andrews, takes the mic and keeps it real with Doug Thompson, Tedxer, Keynote Speaker and "Techsplainer". Listen in to hear their banter on books, new endeavors, Ted Talks, positivity, and tech-talk.Reach out and connect with Jay or Doug here:Jay on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jayandrewsrippleeffect/Doug on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/thedougthompson/http://techstorypodcast.com/
2020-09-1555 min
Humans, Now and ThenDoug Thompson: The Virtual Learning Landscape, Now and In the FutureEarlier this year, many students suddenly found themselves learning virtually from home. While e-learning existed long before that, it instantly became the primary method for education delivery across much of the world. In this episode, I speak to Doug Thompson, storyteller, TEDx Speaker and Technology Strategist Director for the Education team at Microsoft, about how expanded virtual learning provides great opportunities for better access to education, but also challenges as we navigate e-learning at scale. Bio: Doug Thompson is a passionate storyteller and TEDx speaker. He can be found sharing his passion in his LinkedIn vi...
2020-07-2141 min
Make It Plain MIP with Rev. Mark ThompsonSenator Doug Jones Assesses the State of Affairs in the U.S.Senator Doug Jones of Alabama joins Mark today for an in-depth discussion on everything happening in the U.S. right now, which, as you know, is a lot. Starting with coronavirus, the senator shares his thoughts on Republicans finally getting vocal about battling it with the most basic of recommendations, like masks and social distancing. Though it's better late than never, Senator Jones is concerned that they're too late to play catch-up and states are already suffering the consequences. And while cases are climbing, his focus has now shifted to the monetary burden school districts are experiencing because of coronavirus...
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The Boundless PodcastEP27: Doug Thompson, Microsoft AI Ambassador, Why we need more AI storytellers“It’s not work/life balance, it’s life.” Doug Thompson This is a conversation with Doug Thompson. Doug is an AI Ambassador at Microsoft where he shares their vision for AI. He is a master storyteller addressing the questions: how will AI be used to drive innovation forward? How will AI be used to unlock innovations at speeds we've never seen before? In our conversation, Doug talks about how important the role of the storyteller is to build proverbial bridges between the technology creators and the people that it serves.Become a supporter of this...
2020-05-0808 min
"All Things Jessamine with Doug Fain"Robert Thompson, PVA – 2/8/20 - # 261Join host Doug Fain as he talks with Robert Thompson, the retired Property Valuation Administrator for Jessamine County. This is the 261st episode of the program "All Things Jessamine" broadcast on February 8, 2020 on WNJK , 105.9 FM radio station in Nicholasville, Jessamine County, Kentucky.
2020-02-0825 min
#RnRChat#RnRChat Episode 33 - Doug ThompsonDoug Thompson is a passionate storyteller and can be found sharing his passion in his LinkedIn videos and mentoring other professionals develop their storytelling skills. He believes that everyone has a story and it is just a matter of unlocking it from the grips of the subconscious mind.
Like all superheroes he has an alter ego as an AI Ambassador and Technology Strategist Director for the Education team at Microsoft. In these roles he leverages his storytelling skills to share how Microsoft technologies can transform the student expereince to empower teachers and students of today create the w...
2019-08-1941 min
"All Things Jessamine with Doug Fain"Lillian Thompson and Jessamine Cleaners (with daughter, Paula Thompson Elder) – 8/17/19 - # 243Join host Doug Fain as he talks to Paula Thompson Elder about her parents, Lillian and Richard Thompson, owners of Jessamine Cleaners. This is the 243rd episode of the program "All Things Jessamine" broadcast on August 17, 2019 on WNJK , 105.9 FM radio station in Nicholasville, Jessamine County, Kentucky. (Originally broadcast as episode # 50 on November 28, 2015)
2019-08-1719 min
Ford Mustang The First Generation, The Early Years PodcastJames Thompson from Gear Jammin Classics, Interview - Restoring Family Memories, One Classic at a Time.He has spent most of his life working on muscle cars. James Thompson is owner of Gear Jammin Classics, started as a solo shop and has evolved into the go to shop for full restorations, repairs and expert in the world of muscle car face lifts. Excited to talk shop with James on the podcast, welcome James to the show.
What got you started with your fascination with muscle cars?
You’ve been doing it for 50+ years, what’s changed?
Why do you think there is such a love affair with muscle cars?
What is your favorite classic Must...
2019-07-2236 min
Talking to Strangers (About Music)Selling Consumer Brands: Doug ZarkinAre marketers evil? Doug Zarkin didn't seem to be at all when I sat down with him to chat in the lobby of the midtown offices of global optical business Luxottica, for whom he is the VP-Chief Marketing Officer of the Pearle Vision chain. I met Doug a lifetime ago when I wrote about the Mark brand he was running for Avon in an article for Advertising Age. He has since run a variety of top brands including Victoria Secret's Pink and Calvin Klein, and has become an oft-quoted expert on how to build consumer loyalty. He reached out...
2019-04-1845 min
The Rogue OnesLeslie Mosier: Doug the Pug's MomagerChances are high you’ve heard of little dog named Doug. And he’s a Pug. He’s Doug the Pug. And he has 3.7 million followers on Instagram. Ten years ago, before Doug the Pug was born, I sat in a music business class next to a girl who shared a first name with me. Her name is Leslie Mosier, and within a few years she would get the dog of her dreams and be catapulted into a career of epic proportions as a quote, “momager” to Mr. Doug himself. In addition to her work changing the world thro...
2019-04-0548 min
The Rogue OnesLeslie Mosier: Doug the Pug's MomagerChances are high you’ve heard of little dog named Doug. And he’s a Pug. He’s Doug the Pug. And he has 3.7 million followers on Instagram. Ten years ago, before Doug the Pug was born, I sat in a music business class next to a girl who shared a first name with me. Her name is Leslie Mosier, and within a few years she would get the dog of her dreams and be catapulted into a career of epic proportions as a quote, “momager” to Mr. Doug himself. In addition to her work changing the world thro...
2019-04-0548 min
Screw the NaysayersEp 108 In Public Education We Need To Do More Than Rearrange The Deck Chairs | Doug ThompsonDoug Thompson defy’s today’s norms in many different ways. For starters, in the last 30 years Doug has only had two employers. A rare achievement for those that work in the private sector these days. He’s also an Artificial Intelligence Ambassador for Microsoft (his employer since January of 2001. Not exactly a typical role for someone that’s catching up to me in years!
While at Microsoft Doug has also worked extensively in the public education space, helping them develop strategies to implement technology. The combination of these two jobs gives Doug a unique perspective on educatio...
2019-04-0300 min
"All Things Jessamine with Doug Fain"Thompson’s Foodtown - Cleveland & Elizabeth Thompson (with daughters, Ann & Carol) – 3/23/19 - # 223Join host Doug Fain as he talks to Carol Thompson Brown and Ann Thompson Nicholson about their parents, Cleveland & Elizabeth Thompson, who owned and operated Thompson's Foodtown for many years. This is the 223rd episode of the program "All Things Jessamine" broadcast on March 23, 2019 on WNJK , 105.9 FM radio station in Nicholasville. (Originally broadcast on March 26, 2016 as episode # 67.)
2019-03-2531 min
Independence Day MinuteID4 Minute 42: A Land Before TSA (with Doug Greenberg)Doug Greenberg (Rocky Minute) joins us this week to talk pre-millennium movie hype and old video formats. Doug hasn't seen any of the alien movies, but he has heard a lot of Jewish jokes! Twitter: @id4minute Facebook: Independence Day Minute Listener's Squadron
2019-03-1130 min
High Octane LeadershipTo Be a Successful Leader, Find Your Tribe, with Doug SpeightEntrepreneurship is in Doug Speight’s blood. His family has been starting businesses in North Carolina since the 1930s and he has founded multiple businesses himself. As the former Entrepreneur in Residence with American Underground, and current Executive Director and Startup Growth Advisor, Doug sees hundreds of North Carolina startups through all phases of their business. In this episode, Doug shares some of the lessons he’s learned through his experience and the from the stories of American Underground startups. He also shares inspirational tips to motivate you towards success.
High Octane Leadership is hosted by The...
2019-02-1137 min
Fireside with VoxgigEpisode 11- Doug ThompsonDoug Thompson is a Texan who gets to travel all over the world with his job as Senior Technology Strategist with the Microsoft Education sales team. In other words, he gets to speak for work! In this episode, Doug tells Richard why he finds it important to know your own personality in order to become truly comfortable with speaking in public. He goes into why he uses improvization in his talks, and describes his coaching methods for his sales team—which, interestingly, include having each team member tell him a story. Doug also tells Richard abo...
2019-01-2336 min