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Let’s Talk About ThatS2E5 Garen Staglin: Changing the Course of Mental Illness through Philanthropy and PartnershipsIn this episode of Let’s Talk About That, Anirvan Ghosh speaks with Garen Staglin, a leader who has brought together personal experience, philanthropy, and investment to fundamentally change how we approach mental health.Garen’s journey into brain health advocacy began in 1990, after his son Brandon experienced a psychotic break and was diagnosed with schizophrenia. What followed was not withdrawal or silence, but action. Together with his wife Shari, Garen chose to confront stigma head-on—transforming their family’s experience into a sustained effort to accelerate research, improve early diagnosis, and build systems that help people live ful...
2026-02-1747 min
Boston SciFi PresentsTHE MARATHON: A Boston SciFi PodcastThe 24 Hour MARATHON is the signature event of the Boston Science Fiction Film Festival. Now in its 51st year, hundreds of avid film lovers gear up for sleep deprivation, polish up their ray guns and trek to the Somerville Theatre to spend time with like minded nerds. Long time Marathoner Christian Cooper and 'Thon Emcee Perry Persoff talk with producer Garen Daly about some of the films screening this year, and what makes it such an anticipated event.e (A complete list of films can be found on www.BostonSciFi.com). #sciencefiction #movies #cinema #aliens #bostonscifi #SF51L...
2026-01-1557 min
Boston SciFi PresentsUFOria: A Boston SciFI PodcastThey come in peace, maybe. Since the 50s, Hollywood has loved illegal aliens. You know those little green men in their flying saucers. With film critic Erin Underwood and film director David Giancola, host Garen Daly looks to the skies for answers. From Harryhausen's EARTH VS FLYING SAUCERS to Jordan Peel's NOPE with stops at CLOSE ENCOUNTERS, ARRIVAL and more how humans interact with strange beings from another planet is the topic of this podcast. Have you had an encounter?#UFOs #uap #flyingsaucer #aliens #roswell #movies #sciencefictionmovies #podcast You can find us on YouTube, Apple Po...
2025-12-1156 min
Armenian News Network - Groong: Week In Review PodcastGaren Jinbachian: OSCE HD Conference: Impunity in Baku, Repression in Yerevan | Ep 489, Nov 26, 2025Conversations on Groong - November 26, 2025Topics:Azerbaijan’s war crimes and impunitySham trials of Artsakh leadersSilence of the OSCE and the WestArmenia’s growing political repressionAttacks on the Armenian ChurchGuest: Garen JinbachianHosts:Hovik ManucharyanAsbed BedrossianEpisode 489 | Recorded: November 23, 2025SHOW NOTES: https://podcasts.groong.org/489VIDEO: https://youtu.be/uwn6cFzDpAo#ArtsakhJustice #HumanRights #OSCE #Armenia #Azerbaijan #PoliticalPrisonersSubscribe and follow us everywhere you are: linktr.ee/groong
2025-11-2643 min
Boston SciFi PresentsEXTREME CINEMA Horror's Last Frontier, a Boston SciFi PodcastExtreme Cinema is designed to be disruptive. It is uncomfortable to watch, and yes, it can be exploitive. It can be gratuitous, mysogonistic, and for many just plain disgusting. Boston SciFI Podcast host Garen Daly has found two articulate guests to explore horror’s last frontier - Extreme Cinema. KILLER PICTURES author/influencer Hope Madden teams up with film critic Alexis den Boggende to crawl underneath the skin of filmdom’s dark underbelly. They’ll look at Michael Haneke’s FUNNY GAMES, Wes Craven’s LAST HOUSE ON THE LEFT, James Wan’s SAW, Tod Browning’s F...
2025-10-2457 min
AI & Marketing for Home Service ProsFrom $5M to $70M: How Garen Armstrong Built One of America’s Top 100 RoofersFive years ago, Garen Armstrong was running a $5M roofing company. Today, he’s the CEO of Shamrock Roofing & Construction, one of America’s Top 100 contractors, doing over $70M across 18 locations in 10 states.Garen’s journey is both entrepreneurial and personal — he’s a serial entrepreneur, philanthropist, and heart transplant survivor whose leadership philosophy has shaped Shamrock’s culture of loyalty and growth.In this episode, Garen and Mauricio dive deep into:- Culture & Leadership: How Garen’s health journey transformed him into a servant leader and built Shamrock’s winning culture.- Marketing at...
2025-10-0751 min
Boston SciFi PresentsGETTING SCHOOLED: A Boston SciFi PodcastFun and engaging. On this show, we have aliens masquerading as teachers, an imaginary woman , a time traveling teen, a Mensa candidate messing with lasers and some Community College professors facing an alien invasion. These are the films in GETTING SCHOOLED, the latest Boston SciFi Podcast. It’s all about looking at films where the action takes place in a school. REAL GENIUS, THE FACULTY, EVOLUTION, BACK TO THE FUTURE and John Hughes’ WEIRD SCIENCE. Matriculating with host Garen Daly will be author/Film director Hope Madden and editor-in-chief/film critic Oscar Goff. #aliens #invasio...
2025-10-0350 min
Boston SciFi PresentsAnime 101: Boston SciFi Podcast#japanese animation, or #anime, is unique for its complex storytelling, vibrant style and dynamic characters. It holds a unique place in #filmdom. #BostonSciFi looks at five anime films -#akira, #Miyasaki, #PrincessMonoke, #Vamire Hunter D, #howlsmovingcastle, #myneighbortotoro - seeking what makes them trick. In this episode we delve through iconic movies like Vampire Hunter D, Howl’s Moving Castle, Princess Mononoke, Akira and many more. Guests: Chris Denmead (Producer of Radio of Horror) and Dekker Dreyer (artist, writer and filmmaker: https://www.dekkerdreyer.com/site/) Host is Boston SciFi's own Garen Daly.#films #sciencefiction #indiefilmmaker #films #filmfestival #Bost...
2025-09-0552 min
Boston SciFi PresentsEssential 70s Sci-Fi Films: A Boston SciFi PodcastIt was a decade of scandal, war, and unrest. People fought for their rights. And the push back is still being felt in 2025. It was a time when the decaying Studio System looked like 35mm film burning up on the screen. But along came a generation raised visual images, who then imagined new stories, authentic stories, Add in technological advances and we find something new. And that something new has shaped the next 50 years of filmmaking. Join host Garen Daly, writer/director Hope Madden and genre director David Giancola as we start with #COLOSSUS and time travel to TIME AF...
2025-07-181h 08
Boston SciFi PresentsHollywood's 2025 Summer Movie Preview: A Boston SciFi PodcastFor Hollywood, summer is THE time for movies. tent poles, popcorn movies, family films all drive the business like no other period in the year. With increasing challenges facing it, a lot is riding on the summer 2025 crop of films. Hollywood needs this summer to be winner. Listen in as Boston Hassle's Oscar Goff and Charlie Pettiffy along with host Garen Daly take a deep into 2025's summer films.Like! Share! Subscribe! And Comment with the movie, or movies, you’re most looking forward to seeing this Blockbuster Season!#films, #sciencefiction #summermovies #films #Hollywood, #cin...
2025-06-1651 min
Boston SciFi PresentsBoston SciFi Podcast - Must See Scifi Films: '80s EditionWhat do ALIENS, John Carpenter's THE THING, STAR WARS EPISODE V: THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK, BILL & TED'S EXCELLENT ADVENTURE, and E.T. THE EXTRA-TERRESTRIAL have in common? They're all examples of great 1980s scifi movies and how the decade helped define the genre as we know it today. On this episode, Boston SciFi Director Garen Daly is joined by Assistant Director Melissa Starker and Boston SciFi volunteer/Boston Hassle film contributor Alexis Den Boggende to discuss how these science fiction classics hold up. They also touch on other titles including BLADE RUNNER, BRAZIL and BUCKAROO BANZAI: ACROSS THE EIGHTH...
2025-06-061h 01
Boston SciFi PresentsPODCAST: Must See SciFi Films: 90s EditionThe 90s was a time when things changed. Cultural shifts and the emergence of the digital world scratch the surface. It's impact is undeniable. The movies of the time reflected these changes. Join us as we look at 10 'must see' movies from the 1990s. On tap, The Matrix, Jurassic Park, Starship Troopers, Galaxy Quest, 12 Monkeys and more.Guests: Alexis den Boggende, Film Critic Boston HassleDavid Giancola, Film DirectorHost: Garen Daly#podcast #scifi #Keanu Reeves #movie You can find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amaz...
2025-04-111h 02
Roofing SuccessWhen Regulators Go Rogue: The War on Roofing Contractors with Garen ArmstrongRoofing contractors, this is a battle you need to see! In this episode, Garen Armstrong of Shamrock Roofing reveals how regulators in Iowa are targeting contractors with sting operations and cease-and-desist orders—putting family-owned businesses at risk. But Garen isn’t backing down. He’s taking the fight to federal court and leading the charge to protect contractors and homeowners alike. Discover:- The shocking sting operations designed to trap roofing contractors.- How Garen’s federal lawsuit could set a new precedent for the industry.- What YOU can do to navigate these challenge...
2025-03-181h 00
Boston SciFi PresentsIt Came from the Orson Welles: A Boston SciFi PodcastFifty years is a long time. Much has happened. Much has changed. Fifty years ago the Boston Science Fiction Film Festival began at a legendary movie theatre. Later it overcame a fire, an historic blizzard, and a plague. It overcame changing demographics, and rapidly evolving technologies. We have gone from seeing movies only in movie theatre to being able to catch a blockbuster while riding on a bus. Authors Robert Viagas and Harry Lohr, Jr passionately recount their adventure in creating a history of America's longest running genre film festival - The 50th Boston Science Fiction Film Festival & Marathon, H...
2024-12-1357 min
Boston SciFi PresentsReturn of the Modern Character ActorsGood movies have good actors. Better movies have better actors. They're called character actors. No longer typed as gangster or slapstick comedian, modern character actors show, range, understand psychology and film history. Listen in as film commentators Alexis den Boggende & Oscar Goff join MC Garen Daly in zoom through JK Simmons, Angela Bassett, Steve Buscemi, Brad Dourif and Paul GIamatti as five such examples. A fun, insightful podcast produced by Boston SciFi, Garen Daly is the MC.#films #sciencefiction #documentary #indiefilmmaker #films #filmfestival #Boston #cinema #cinematography #movies #indiefilm #actor #cultfilm #Watchparty #cultheroes, #sequelPlease note, Bost...
2024-11-1952 min
The Roller DoorRolling Coal, gravel fashion, and singlespeed cyclocross with Tobin OrtenbladOn this episode of the Roller Door, Garen and Hannah chat with HtSQD racer and People's Champ Tobin Ortenblad on training, cyclocross tactics, gravel fashion, and more. Tobin's always full of informational insight, strong opinions and good laughs. We always enjoy talking with Tobin, and we hope you do too. Remember to write in with questions, suggestions on topics, guests, or whatever-- it's podcast@santacruzbicycles.com Thanks for listening!
2024-11-1549 min
The Roller DoorA RedBull Rampage Recap with Vero SandlerIn this episode of the Roller Door, Garen and Hannah chat with legendary freerider Vero Sandler about her experience before, during, and after the Redbull Rampage. There's an awful lot to unpack here. We hope you enjoy, and remember– if you have questions for Vero or anyone at Santa Cruz Bicycles, please email them to podcast@santacruzbicycles.com/ Thanks for listening!
2024-11-0158 min
The Roller DoorBuilding the Santa Cruz Vala with (nearly) half the SCB Product TeamIn this episode of the Roller Door, Garen and Hannah chat with some of the group that brought the Vala, Santa Cruz's new full power e-bike, to market. You'll hear from Kiran MacKinnon, Jesse Carlin, Peter Mueller-Wille, and Mark Matson on choosing a new suspension platform, picking a drive system, and bringing the bike to life. If you're curious about the particulars of the Vala, like power statistics, geometry, and details, be sure to listen to our other episode, titled 'Introducing the Santa Cruz Vala, with Product Manager Jack Russell.' If you have questions for the...
2024-10-1747 min
Boston SciFi PresentsPodcast: UIVERSAL MEMORIES: The Films of Philip K DickMemory implants, replicants, alternative realities, and fake reality - these are some of the elements that make stories by Philip K Dick resonant decades after his death, and what makes them fodder for 'high concept' Hollywood films. Join author/crtic Hope Madden & film programmer Melissa Starker as Boston SciFi Presents UNIVERSAL MEMORIES: The Films of Philip K Dick. Garen Daly is the host, who apologies in advance for getting Harlan Ellison and Philip K Dick mixed up in his addled brain. Also please note, Boston SciFi uses movie clips to illustrate points discussed. Sometimes there will be s...
2024-10-0849 min
The Roller DoorVero Sandler takes on the first women's Red Bull RampageAt long last, 2024 marks the first ever women's field in the iconic (and somewhat controversial) freeride competition, the Red Bull Rampage. In this episode of the podcast, Garen and Hannah chat with UK freerider Vero Sandler about her path to becoming one of the sport's foremost freeriders, what the Rampage means to her, bike setup, and more. The women are digging in the red, hard Utah desert now: be sure to watch live on RedBull TV: Thursday 10/10 at 6PM PST. Let's Go Vero!
2024-10-0850 min
The Roller DoorAll about the new Santa Cruz HightowerIn this episode of the Roller Door Podcast, Garen and Hannah talk through the updates to the Santa Cruz Hightower, along with several off-piste tangents. If you have questions about the new Hightower (or anything Santa Cruz) please email us at podcast@santacruzbicycles.com. We thank you for listening!
2024-09-2027 min
The Roller DoorWhat a trip to the Netherlands taught us about bicycle infrastucture, with Matt MillerIf you're listening to this podcast you surely love riding bikes, but it's not all nose-bonks and power wheelies. In this episode of the Roller Door, Garen and Hannah circle back with Matt Miller on findings from Matt's Paydirt-funded trip to the Netherlands. Matt loves riding bikes so much that he's built his life around building better cycling infrastructure, which is something all of us can be thankful for. If you have questions for Matt or anyone here at Santa Cruz Bicycles, please email them to podcast@santacruzbicycles.com. We thank you for listening!
2024-09-061h 13
The Roller DoorDetails Matter: all about the Santa Cruz Bronson with Josh KissnerThis week we launched the latest Bronson: our go-to aggressive trail bike. Listen as Garen and Hannah talk with Santa Cruz Director of Product Josh Kissner about how several small refinements and a few big ones have drastically improved the suspension and ride feel of one of our most popular models. If you have questions for Josh, please let us know by emailing podcast@santacruzbicycles.com. Thanks for listening; we hope you enjoy.
2024-08-2237 min
T.U.T — The Unwritten TeachingsTransforming Urban Spaces: Real Estate Strategies You Need to Know, with Garen Lafser President at Salient Realty Group & CityRise DevelopmentIn this episode of Country Club Conversations, Raj sits down with Garen Lafser, President at Salient Realty Group and CityRise Development. With extensive experience in both commercial real estate and development, Garen has been a pivotal figure in shaping the St. Louis real estate landscape. His dual roles provide him with a unique perspective on market trends and redevelopment opportunities, making him a standout guest for our discussion.
Garen delves into the nuances of St. Louis' real estate market, focusing on key areas such as The Grove, South County, and Downtown. He shares insights from his involvement...
2024-08-0456 min
The Roller DoorThe 2024 Downieville Classic with Keegan Swenson, Tobin Ortenblad, and Sam DaleIn this episode of the Roller Door, Garen chats with Keegan Swenson, Tobin Ortenblad, and Sam Dale about their races, their bikes, and their experiences at the 2024 Downieville Classic. Is Downieville technical enough for an ex-world cup downhiller on a bigger bike to beat the fastest endurance riders on XC bikes? To find out, give a listen. Any questions? Please email: podcast@santacruzbicycles.com. Thanks for listening, we hope you enjoy.
2024-07-1842 min
Boston SciFi PresentsMODERN CHARACTER ACTORS, Part 1, A Boston SciFi Presents PodcastYou see their faces in movies and on TV. You hear their voices in animation, but you never quite know who they are. Listen in as film directors Hope Madden and David Giancola join MC Garen Daly as they try and define what a character actor is in the 21st century. Featuring #dickmiller, Catherine O'Hara, #jameshong, Keith David Brion James & more. Plus we'll look at when does a character actor become a star. It's fun, enjoyable conversation. Listen in.#podcast #movies #newpodcastalert #hollywood #writing #podcastrecommendations #acting #Hollywood #cinema Please note: Boston SciFi uses film clips to...
2024-07-1145 min
Weirdos In the WorkplaceStrategies for Building a Coaching Culture Ft. Garen JemianIntro: The coach may not play the game, but the coach inspires and motivates the players to play the best game possible! Join our discussion with leadership coach and entrepeneur Garen Jemian on how to implement a successful coaching culture in your workplace to inspire your employees. Stay in touch: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/garenjemian Website: https://www.inspireship.com/ Script: To put on the coach's mindset is to let the other person have the dopamine hit. You need...
2024-06-2649 min
2024-06-201h 17
The Roller DoorGravel for Dummies: an Unbound Recap with Tobin Ortenblad--- SPECIAL DROP --- In this special episode of the Roller Door, Garen and Hannah sit with everybody's Wingman, Tobin Ortenblad, to hear about how this year's Unbound Gravel race unfolded for the HtSqd team. We throroughly enjoyed this open, informative talk, and we hope you do to. If you have questions for Tobin, Keegan, Alexis, or anyone here at Santa Cruz Bicycles, please email them to podcast@santacruzbicycles.com. Thanks for listening!
2024-06-0851 min
The Roller DoorRoundabouts, Dirt Commutes, and the joy of riding a bicycle with Matt Miller of Ecology ActionIn this episode of the Roller Door, Garen and Hannah talk with Matt Miller of Santa Cruz-based non-profit Ecology Action. While the subject matter isn't our normal mountain bike specific techy nerdfest, it was one of the more satisfying talks we've had on the Roller Door to date. Matt's a cyclist in every form, and his (and Ecology Action's) mission to get people riding is nothing short of inspiring. Matt and his team recieved a Paydirt grant, which will send them to the Netherlands to learn how to improve bike infrastucture in Santa Cruz -- listen in for statistics...
2024-05-231h 01Boston SciFi PresentsSummer Movie Preview 2024: A Boston SciFi Presents PodcastThe Hollywood pundits are holding their breath as studios release films this summer of 2024. We're in the post-Covid period. Hollywood is just coming out of production delays from the various strikes and a lot is riding on whether or not audiences will return to the cinemas. Listen in as film critic Erin Underwood and Boston Hassle lead film reviewer Oscar Goff join host Garen Daly as they look at expectations, predictions and a couple of the films hitting the megaplex screens. By the way, have you heard about 'negative weekends'? It's a new term being bandied about. Listen in an...
2024-05-0959 min
The Roller DoorSeat tube angles, build kit naming, horses for courses, and Mailbag with Director of Product Josh Kissner On this episode of the Roller Door, Santa Cruz Bicycles Director of Product Josh Kissner regales Garen and Hannah with stories of yesteryear, like why we have build kits named D, R, and S. We also talk through some of the nuances of bicycle geometry, like how we measure and display seat tube angle, and why this matters to the rider. This is another rambling conversation, and I always learn something when chatting with Josh. We close this episode by cracking open the ol' mailbag for some information on shock stroke, Santa Cruz's new bossman, Ochain's and more.
2024-04-2553 min
Boston SciFi PresentsBad Bots: A Boston SciFI PodcastAs humans, sinister robots have been around since the days of Edison. We see them in the malfunctioning Yul Brenner of WESTWORLD, or the single-minded killing machine of THE TERMINATOR, or Alicia Vikander's AI powered humanoid in EX MACHINA or the nascent super intelligence of Ultron . They threaten us. Host Garen Daly dives into this world of emotionless adversaries with film critic Erin Underwood and film director David Giancola. Existential threats, ethical mine fields, and the emergent AI. are all at the intersection of technology and cinema. They are the unwavering bad boys of cinema, BAD BOTS.P...
2024-04-2547 min
The Roller DoorGeek Squad: Airplanes, Motorcycles, Garmin tech, Burritos and more E-bike Tech with Santa Cruz Product Manager Jack Russell
2024-03-211h 01
Roofing Podcast: Hook Better LeadsScaling Up For a Busy Season w/ Garen Armstrong: Shamrock RoofingAt Win The Storm last weekend, I sat down with Garen Armstrong, Owner of Shamrock Roofing, to discuss how to scale your business. He shared his story as a business owner, and scaling Shamrock Roofing to the massively successful company it is today. He emphasizes company culture, hiring strategies, and many other great tips on how to take your roofing company to the next level. Shamrock started as a $1M roofing company, and now serves 13 regions in 8 states, with more growth on the horizon. Garen also shares insights on Private Equity in roofing, and tips to make your company...
2024-03-1947 min
The Roller DoorWildfire, Grants, Events, and ebikes with Greg Williams of the Sierra Buttes Trail Stewardship On this episode of the podcast, Hannah and Garen chat up Greg Williams, founder and executive director of the Sierra Buttes Trail Stewardship. The conversation wanders from the challenges around funding massive trail projects, getting buy-in from locals (and others), running legendary events, riding e-bikes, and more. Greg's passion for economic development in remote, underserved communities by way of building infastructure for outdoor recreation is remarkable. California is lucky to have Greg, and we're lucky to have him as a friend. We hope you enjoy this recording. If you have questions for Greg or the crew here at Santa...
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2024-02-2246 min
The Roller DoorHow Geoff Casey became Santa Cruz Bicycles Head of Design, Product, and EngineeringIn this first episode of The Roller Door's second season, Garen and Hannah talk with Santa Cruz Bicycles Head of Product and Design, Geoff Casey. Geoff's in charge of engineering, product development and the design/ graphical side of Santa Cruz. While he's got a background in designn and enginnering, he's also got a knack for process and helping teams collaborate. We talk about what keeps Geoff motivated, his early days of bike design, how he came to work at Santa Cruz, how the process of bike design has changed over the years, and more. If yo...
2024-02-0858 min
Boston SciFi PresentsMeet the Film Directors of SF49 - DocumentariansLisa Downs & David Weiner are documentary filmmakers specializing in genre films and the 1980s. Lisa produces and directs the LIFE AFTER SERIES, specifically LIFE AFTER THE NAVIGATOR & LIFE AFTER THE NEVERENDING STORY. David's docs are IN SEARCH OF, specifically IN SEARCH OF TOMORROW & IN SEARCH OF DARKNESS. Joining them is Festival Director Garen Daly as they explore why 80s films still resonate and the behind the scenes of making their respective docs.You can find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, I Heart Radio, Google Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts from. You can...
2024-02-0745 min
Boston SciFi PresentsInside the Cyberpunk Sweethearts BallThe 49th Boston Science Fiction Film Festival kicks off on Valentine's Day with the Cyberpunk Sweethearts Ball celebrating love in an AI world. Event Director Jackie Kern joins cyberpunk maven and DJ Sir Richard with a behind the scenes look at what it takes, and who will be coming to this inaugural event. Garen Daly, Festival Director, is the MC.#cyberpunk #indiefilm #films #dancing #filmfestival #LetsPartyLikeItsSf49, #film #@WIFVNE #womeninfilm #femailefilmmakersWatch a video of the podcast: https://youtu.be/VLkRtoilPvAYou can find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, I Heart Ra...
2024-01-2429 min
The Roller DoorFull Power vs Mid Power e-bikes, and is Shimano's EP801 really an upgrade?Episode 1 of the Roller Door's second season is all about ebikes. Garen is joined by Santa Cruz e-bike Product Managers Mark Matson and Jack Russell for a chat about full power vs mid- power ebikes. We also chat about the real-world differences between Shimano's EP8 and EP801 drive units. Have questions? Please write in: podcast@santacrubicycles.com. Thanks for listening!
2024-01-1156 min
2023-12-0535 min
Boston SciFi PresentsStoner FilmsKick back. Take a long slow toke and hold it, while Boston SciFi takes a close eye to stoner films. From REEFER MADNESS to the BIG LEBOWSKI, we'll ride the arc of fear all the way to laid back coolness. We talk film, but also the political, cultural and changing currents of cannabis. Joining us is Joyce Gerber, creator of THE CANNA MOM SHOW and Alex Degroot, co-founder of THE GOODS, a dispensary store. As usual Garen Daly MCs while Mark Sherwood directs, and Irene Leite produces. You can exhale now.You can find us on YouTube, A...
2023-11-0952 min
The Roller DoorSanta Cruz CEO Joe Graney explains why everything is on saleOn this episode of the podcast Garen and Santa Cruz CEO Joe Graney talk about perfect trails and the state of the bike business after the covid boom before answering some listener mail. Big thanks to those who've written in, and if you haven't, there's still time: Podcast@santacruzbicycles.com Thanks for listening, GB
2023-10-2628 min
Boston SciFi PresentsATOMIC BOMBS ON FILMPrometheus was a Titan who stole fire from the Gods and gave it to humanity. Ever since then, humans have grappled with the ambivalence of technological advancement and the sometimes inherent destructiveness of that which was created. This is no more evident than in films about, or featuring atomic bombs. From THE BEGINNING OF THE END (1947) to OPPENHEIMER (2023) movies have showed our intimate feelings about what we hath wrought. And now, there is a new technological advancement that threatens something more than just fire, how we think. Join MC Garen Daly along with film programmer Melissa Starker and film dire...
2023-10-2648 min
2023-10-1256 min
The Roller DoorJuliana Bicycle's Hannah Mirsepassi is ready to RampageOn this episode of the Roller Door, Garen chats with Juliana Bicycles marketeer, shutttle queen and all around badass Hannah Mirsepassi about Juliana Bicycles, her new V10 8, women's inclusion in the Red Bull Rampage and our sport in general. Remember to write in with questions: Podcast@santacruzbicycles.com. We've got a heap of questions in the box right now, and there are some good ones-- thanks to those of you whove written in; we'll be asnwering each and every one. We hope you enjoy hearing what Hannah's got to say. Cheers...
2023-09-2854 min
The Roller DoorSkitchin' with Seb Kemp and Gene Selkov: all about the Santa Cruz SkitchOn this today's episode of the podcast, Santa Cruz Director of Marketing and lover of all things mountain bike Seb Kemp along with uber-grav-grav cyclist, recent e-bike covert and Santa Cruz graphic designer Gene Selkov chat with Garen about the Santa Cruz Skitch: what it is, why it exists, how we like to use it, real-world range expectations, and more. Spoiler alert, while the Skitch functions wonderfully in the e-gravel setting, we find that it's a highly addicting form of transportation, too, and this is mostly us talking about how much we love the bike (sorry). We also hear...
2023-08-251h 13
Contractor RadioHeart Strong with Garen ArmstrongThis week we continue with our contractor summer series with Garen Armstrong with Shamrock Roofing. Garen went from the tech industry into door to door sales then reshaped his family's construction business into one of Kansas City's top roofing companies. On this episode Jim digs into the struggles of finding the focus to nitch down. In the second half Jim and Garen discuss how a near death experience shaped Garen's outlook on life and business and how he is moving forward with impact. Get Contractor Insights on Social Facebook: https://www.facebook.c...
2023-08-1749 min
Boston SciFi PresentsGoing Ape! A Boston SciFi Presents PodcastFrom King Kong in 1933 to Rise of the Planet of the Apes, films have used simians as stand-ins for racism, colonialism and even lawyers. Please join film review Erin Underwood and Boston Hassle critic Oscar Goff as they look at the evolutionary of apes on screen. MC: Garen Daly; Producer: Irene Leite; Director: Mark SherwoodNext: Atomic BombsComing Soon: Drive-In Movie TheatresYou can find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, I Heart Radio, Google Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts from. You can also find us on o...
2023-07-2746 min
Boston SciFi PresentsRELEASE THE KRAKEN! A Boston SciFi Presents PodcastSea Monsters have been with us since humans began venturing out into unknown waters. These denizen of the deep are known to have devoured sailors. They can be revenge seeking creatures of destruction. Comely maidens have been sacrificed to satisfy some dark, primitive obsession lurking within them. And movies have been fascinated by them. Let share that fascination. Please listen in as Alexis den Boggende and Oscar Goff from The Boston Hassle join Boston SciFi Festival Director Garen Daly to talk the Creature from the Black Lagoon, Jaws, Moby Dick, The Host and, of course, the Kraken. Yo...
2023-07-1346 minBoston SciFi PresentsTHE POLARIZING LENS from Boston SciFi PresentsWith Erin Underwood & Nat Segaloff, Boston SciFi Presents THE POLARIZING LENS, a smart conversation on how the cancel culture is affecting films. Using some older films as touchstones, our guests explore our current obsession with political correctness.Producer: Irene LeiteDirector: Mark SherwoodMC: Garen DalyIntro Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/peter-cavallo/the-abbeyLicense code: EMEBZOHGCJW2LQTHOutro Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/alex-besss/threatenedLicense code: PCL44BT4HZBQIOXB
2023-06-2253 minBoston SciFi PresentsSummer SciFi Movie PreviewA lot is riding on this summer’s box office. Hollywood is expecting its best season since the pandemic ended, but will the films live up to the expectations. Joining host Garen Daly are Alexis den Boggende and Oscar Goff from The Boston Hassle. The conversation is sci-fi film and more. Producer: Irene LeiteDirecotr: Mark SherwoodCredits: Intro Music From #Uppbeat (Free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/track/monument-music/stop-warOutro Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/alex-besss/threatened
2023-06-1644 min
The Roller DoorData Dweeb and Rider Support Lead Chris Naegele on what's warranty and what's not Chris Naegele is a father, a rider, and a self proclaimed data dweeb. As head of Rider Support, and by wrangling the data points taken from thousands of rider inquries, his department has been able to inform what information should be featured on santacruzbicycles.com, the way we display it, and even influence the design of our bikes. On this episode of the podcast Garen and Chris define what's warranty and what's not, chat about the early days of GoPro, tough conversations with riders, common questions and about the way Chris rides. We even vist New Dad C...
2023-06-1547 min
2023-05-111h 10
The Christian Leader Made Simple ShowGaren Stanley on Building a Student Ministry Leadership TeamGaren Stanley, a student pastor with over a decade of experience, shares his insights on building a successful student ministry leadership team. He explains how he got started in ministry years ago and what inspired him to become a student pastor. With 35 volunteer team members on his leadership team, Garen shares his approach to building a strong team, including the qualities he looks for in potential team members. He also emphasizes the importance of creating a culture of accountability and teamwork within the team and shares practical strategies for achieving this. This episode is full of good, practical tips...
2023-05-0840 min
The Roller DoorBen Cathro on changes to World Cup Downhill regs, riding technique, bike setup, and the Pinkbike DH teamHello and welcome to the Roller Door, a Santa Cruz Bicycles Podcast, where we give you a behind the scenes look and what's going on here at the company, while giving ourselves the chance to sit down and chat with the company we keep. In this episode Garen Becker— today chats with a true champion for the sport of mountain biking-- Ben Cathro is a longtime downhill racer, mountain bike skills coach, creator of the excellent video series How To Bike, and team manager-- and racer for Pinkbike's world cup downhill team. We chat about technique, bike tech, ebikes as...
2023-04-2153 minBoston SciFi PresentsS3, e1: Boston SciFi Presents: Beyond the Hype - Overrated SciFiThey won an Oscar, but now when we re-see them we wonder, what were we thinking? Certain films win acclaim only to become forgotten or dismissed because they didn't age well or simply fell out of favor. Today's podcast looks Wizard of Oz, Ghost in the Shell, Gravity, and Everything Everywhere All at Once to see if they are overrated or not. Joining the conversation are Alexis den Boggende (film writer, Boston Hassle) and Oscar Goff (film editor, Boston Hassle) MC Is Garen Daly (Boston SciFi)You can find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music...
2023-04-1345 minThe Roller DoorWhy Santa Cruz Product Manager Jack Russell rides e-bikes exclusively Welcome to the Roller Door, a Santa Cruz Bicycles Podcast, where we give you a behind the scenes look and what's going on here at the company, while giving ourselves the chance to sit down and chat with the company we keep. In this episode Garen talks with Jack Russel. Jack's an industrial designer turned product manager here at Santa Cruz. Wide range of topics today, and big time nerd alert-- we talk about the evolution of bike geometry, aluminum vs. carbon, Jack's move from engineering to product management and what those two jobs mean here at Santa Cruz, a...
2023-03-3157 min
Cannonball Moments with Saint IgnatiusNolan James '04 - Shareholder at Cavitch, Familo & Durkin Co., LPAIn this episode Garen talks with Nolan James from the class of 2004. Nolan is a Shareholder at Cavitch, Familo & Durkin Co., LPA who practices in the areas of general corporate law, real estate law, mergers and acquisitions, capital and finance, and estate planning. He is a member of the Distinguished Alumnus Selection Committee here at Saint Ignatius and lives in Strongsville with his wife Alison and their 4 sons.
2023-02-2225 min
2023-02-151h 06Boston SciFi PresentsBoston SciFi Presents SF48 Film Festival HighlightsAmerica's oldest genre film festival is just about ready to launch. Join the conversation between Garen Daly, the festival director, Alex Mekos, head of video production at the festival and Perry Persoff, marathon MC & gamemeister talk about how they did what they did, why they are doing and what makes Boston SciFi specialThis year the festival will feature screenings of new films from around the world as well beloved sci-fi films of all time. Plus there will be special presentations, events and Q&As. Explore this fascinating world replete with of fun, celebration and c...
2023-02-1140 min
2023-02-0255 minCannonball Moments with Saint IgnatiusMatt Warzel '99 - Resume Writing Expert & President of MJW CareersIn this episode Garen talks to certified resume writing expert, Matt Warzel '99, about his journey to the human resources field, experiences in the entertainment business, and best practices for resume writing, interviewing and your LinkenIn profile.
2023-02-0137 minBoston SciFi PresentsBoston SciFi Presents - The 'Thon, part 2Traveling back in time for love. Traveling forward in time to save the past.. Having memory implants to change who you are. These are the themes discussed in this installment of Boston SciFi Presents and they are the themes in four movies screening in the 48th Boston Science Fiction Film Festival's Marathon. Join Boston critics Ed Symkus and Oscar Goff, along with MC/Festival Director Garen Daly as they talk Escape From Planet f The Apes, Total Recall, Happy Accidents and Back to the Future 2.You can find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, I...
2023-01-3041 min
The Papa Ron PodcastGAREN ARMSTRONG: Living without a Heartbeat (EP 29)This episode is mind-blowing! Garen Armstrong is the Executive Director of Shamrock Roofing and Construction. He's also a man who suffered a sinus infection so bad, that the infection went to his heart and damaged it so badly that it required a heart transplant. Because a new heart wasn't readily available, he was the first in Kansas City and likely one of the first 10 in the United States to have an operation to install an Lvad (Left Ventricular Assist Device) that would be worn on the outside of his body, with a wire that would run from the device, through...
2023-01-261h 43
Boston SciFi PresentsBoston SciFi presents The 'Thon, pt 1It is America's longest running binge view. If fact it is so old that binge viewing wasn't a 'thing' when it started 48 years ago, but here's a sneak peak at the 48th annual Boston Science Fiction Film Festival Marathon. Join Festival Director Garen Daly and writer/commentator Audrey Fox ( /Film and Looper) as they dive into Stargate, Things to Come, Godzilla and Alien. Insight, trivia and just plain old conversation about. Let the binge commence. May your butt never get sore.Happy listenings!You can find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, I H...
2023-01-1739 minCannonball Moments with Saint IgnatiusEmily Samek - Assistant Principal for Student Support ServicesIn this episode Garen Distelhorst '96 talks to Emily Samek, the Assistant Principal for Student Support Services at Saint Ignatius, about her introduction to the Jesuits, time serving with the Peace Corps in Guinea, Africa, and about her role at Saint Ignatius High School. Emily talks in depth about the school's Walton Learning Center where kids facing academic and other challenges are given tools to help them find success at Saint Ignatius and beyond.
2023-01-1528 minCannonball Moments with Saint IgnatiusPaul Lederer '06 - Strategic Account Executive at SHI International & Chairman of the Alumni Spirituality CommitteeIn this episode Garen talks to Paul Lederer '06 about his propensity for networking within the Saint Ignatius alumni network and how that has impacted his personal and career life. They also discuss the upcoming alumni retreat and what one might expect should he decide to join them on this overnight experience at the Jesuit Retreat Center in Parma, OH.
2023-01-0134 min
Boston SciFi PresentsBoston SciFi Presents - The Doctor Who ExperienceJourney through time and space into the world of the longest running sci-fi TV show, Doctor Who. Our first expert is Jackie Kern, filmmaker, production designer, and avowed Whovian. Jackie is the brains behind BostonSciFi’s much anticipated Time Traveler’s Ball (2/15, Crystal Ballroom) Joining Jackie is sci-fi/horror writer/creator Chris McAuley. Chris grew up with Doctor Who and now lives in a world of Time Lords & vampires. The man leading the discussion is our own Festival Director, Garen Daly.You can find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, I Heart Radio, Googl...
2022-12-1946 minCannonball Moments with Saint IgnatiusTom Pasko, Hon. '96 - Legendary Faculty MemberIn this episode Garen is joined by legendary teacher, Tom Pasko, Hon. '96 who shares stories from his over 50 years at Saint Ignatius. Tom also shares his motivation for including Saint Ignatius in his estate plans. Finally, Garen is joined by Nora Hudec, Director of the Annual Fund, to discuss the new Wildcat Ohio Tax Credit Fund.
2022-12-1538 min
KUCI: Get the Funk OutGaren Staglin Chairman and Founder, One Mind | Leading a Global Impact on Mental Health, Founder & Co-Chairman and Interim CEOFounder & Co-Chairman an...Garen's Italian heritage has always influenced Staglin Family Vineyard. Born in 1944, he learned early in this life the importance of wine to the quality of life from his father, Pasquale Stagliano (later changed to Ramon Staglin when he was naturalized) and his mother Darlene Guilliams. Family dinners with relatives and friends were almost always accompanied by wine, and Garen often got a little glass of wine with club soda to taste. As he grew up in Southern California, Garen started to learn more about wine through books and importantly, numerous tastings. After graduating from UCLA with a degree in electrical...
2022-12-1225 minCannonball Moments with Saint IgnatiusMac Harman '94 - Founder & CEO of Balsam BrandsIn this episode Garen talks to the founder and CEO of leading Christmas tree manufacturer Balsam Brands, Mac Harman '94, about his unique journey to Saint Ignatius, the impact the school made on his life, his professional experiences, and the founding of Balsam Brands.
2022-12-0153 minCannonball Moments with Saint IgnatiusAnthony Fior '02 - Principal of Saint Ignatius High SchoolIn this episode Garen talks to the principal of Saint Ignatius High School, Anthony Fior '02, about the professional experiences that led him to his leadership position. They also discuss Anthony's decision to attend Saint Ignatius, his experience as a coach and much more.
2022-11-0425 min
Cannonball Moments with Saint IgnatiusPhil LeRoy '96 - Partner at Ares ManagementIn this episode, Garen talks with Phil LeRoy '96 about what led to his decision to attend Saint Ignatius, his time at the school, college experience and professional journey. In the Manresa Minute, former VPO & CFO, Richard Klingshirn '79 talks about the importance of informing Saint Ignatius if you have decided to leave an estate gift to the school.
2022-10-2616 min
Boston SciFi PresentsS2, E4: BostonSciFi: Inside an Audio DramaWhether listening while driving, or in the comfy confines of your den, audio dramas, an extension of podcasts, have emerged as a creative outlet for many. They may also be calling cards to Hollywood. Joining this episode of Boston SciFi, is EJ Kavounas. EJ is the Producer of BROKEN ROAD, an audio drama. He explores the history of audio dramas, and how they are influencing the modern entertainment world.Host: Garen Daly, Festival Director, Boston SciFiYou can find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, I Heart Radio, Google Podcasts, and wh...
2022-10-0635 min
Zeit für BayernBayern genießen: Garen und GärenObwohl das Garen und das Gären und das Begehren ursprünglich gar nix miteinander zu tun haben, wollen wir heut einmal gern garen und gären in einen Topf schmeißen, umrühren und schaun, was Begehrenswertes dabei herauskommt.
2022-09-0353 min
Boston SciFi PresentsDeath of the Art HouseCovid has changed many things. One off the things they have changed is the movies. With the release of TOP GUN MAVERICK, it seems that Hollywood is back, and maybe it is. What is not back are art houses. They are struggling and it looks like they maybe dying. To explore that Boston SciFi has asked Jon Fitzgerald and Ian Judge to join us. Jon is a film maker, and cofound er of the SlamDance Film Festival. Ian is the Creative Director fo Boston's venerable Somerville Theatre. The host ion Garen Daly, Festival Director for the 48th Boston Science...
2022-07-2941 min
Legends Behind the CraftGreat Wines for Great Causes With Shari and Garen Staglin of Staglin Family VineyardShari and Garen Staglin are the CEOs and Co-owners of Staglin Family Vineyard, which is founded on the motto “great wines for great causes.” They purchased Rutherford Bench Estates in 1985 after spending many years learning about wine together. Since farming their vineyard during that time, Shari and Garen have donated and raised more than $1 billion to support charities, including their main cause, One Mind, whose mission is to foster healthy brains for all. In this episode with Shari and Garen Staglin Are you a vineyard owner struggling to achieve personal satisfaction with your brand? Are you...
2022-06-3032 min
Boston SciFi PresentsLive Long & ProsperStar Trek began in 1966. Now 60 years later, it has spawned numerous films TV shows and inspired cultural changes. It has boldly gone where few franchises have gone before. Den of Geek's Michael Ahr & director Ben Myers join Boston SciFi Festival Director Garen Daly in a conversation on how a ground breaking TV show has lived long and prospered.You can find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, I Heart Radio, Google Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts from. You can also find us on our YouTube Channel, BostonSciFi.Thank you. Please comment...
2022-04-1542 min
Boston SciFi PresentsLast Ship to Proxima Centauri"Highly imaginative" - Portland Press heraldClauder Competion award winner!An errant spaceship has finally arrived at the new home world from a devastated Earth. Expecting a hero's welcome, they are surprised to find they are unwanted. Playwright Greg Lam, director Kevin R. Free and Literary Manager Todd Backus explore the themes, the challenges and the importance of using science fiction in stage productions. Host: Garen Daly; Producer/director: Mark SherwoodYou can find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, I Heart Ra...
2022-03-3127 min
Workplace PerspectivesEpisode #84 – Series on Mental Health In The Workplace: Eliminating Stigma : Garen StaglinToday's podcast is Part 2 of our Series on Mental Health In The Workplace. Teresa is joined by Garen Staglin founder and Chairman of ONE MIND. Teresa and Garen discuss eliminating the stigma of mental health in the workplace. Teresa and Garen discuss how the employer can "reframe" the issue to make the employee more comfortable at work with mental health. Garen gives his personal experience and says "It's ok, not to be ok."Connect with Garen here. Read Garen's blog here. Let's change the word mental illness to...
2021-12-2125 min
Workplace Perspective Raising the Bar at Workplaces Everywhere!®Episode #84 – Series on Mental Health In The Workplace: Eliminating Stigma : Garen StaglinToday's podcast is Part 2 of our Series on Mental Health In The Workplace. Teresa is joined by Garen Staglin founder and Chairman of ONE MIND. Teresa and Garen discuss eliminating the stigma of mental health in the workplace.
Teresa and Garen discuss how the employer can "reframe" the issue to make the employee more comfortable at work with mental health. Garen gives his personal experience and says "It's ok, not to be ok."
Connect with Garen here. Read Garen's blog here.
Let's change the word mental illness to 'brain health'
Garen Staglin
Episode Timeline
00:06Introduction and Disclaimer
01:26Reframe the Issue
11:53...
2021-12-2125 min
Don't Eat Your Young: A Nursing PodcastWorking to Stop Healthcare Violence with June GarenHealthcare violence is all too real and June Garen is fighting to change that.After decades in the OR, June Garen decided it was time for a change. She was interested in psych mental health nursing and took a job at a state mental health facility. In 2017, she was assaulted by a patient and suffered a head injury, among other physical and emotional injuries. After the violent act, she found there were no resources for her to get help and she felt “shamed and blamed” at work.Since that time, she has worked to change that...
2021-12-0735 min
Evolve With Emily188. Faith, Freedom and Integrity w/ Nurse Garen PidoIn today’s episode, Emily has guest Garen Pido on. Garen lives in California and is a registered nurse, mom of 2 and wife to an LA Firefighter. She has recently made some waves on Instagram following her post about segregation and discrimination at her place of work. Garen was told that she was no longer allowed to sit inside to eat or drink while working her shift and can no longer go to the break room with her fellow co-workers all due to not being vaccinated. Garen has been a long standing advocate for bodily autonomy and informed consent bu...
2021-10-1957 min
Artists BecomingGaren Scribner: Cracking the Shell & Naming Your WorthThat’s it. We’re obsessed with Garen Scribner. Join our #FanGirl club as we sit down with this multi-faceted *disco-ball* of an Artist, becoming. In today’s Guest Artist convo, Garen leads us through his pivot points as a dancer turned broadway star turned director/producer… we weigh the bitter sweet reality of gaining artistic autonomy, the challenge of naming (& owning) our worth/putting a price on our talent, heteronormativity in the dance world & the hard-sought freedom of owning your identity/sexuality/authenticity. We follow Garen’s calling towards curiosity, fall in love with the lessons of his failing...
2021-08-2348 min
Roofing Success52: Your Team Can Step up in Ways You Can't Imagine with Garen ArmstrongGaren Armstrong of Shamrock Roofing and Construction is a serial entrepreneur who has successfully started, has grown and exited multiple companies. He is a full-time father, friend to all and faithful servant to the community.As a servant to the community, he is a member of many organizations such as Cars4heros, Friends of Service Heroes, and started Roofs4Heros. Where he provides veterans and first responders in need of help with help be it transportation or a roof over their head.As a Father, he sees to it that his kids are brought up strict and have good morals...
2021-06-0853 min
Bridging The Gap Between Generations Who Assume Things About Each OtherBonus mini-episode! Garen and Orin/Orin and Garen- Age 6 meet headphones.When big buds keep falling out of small ears
2020-09-1100 min
Groove DefinedAron Scott, Edwin Geninatti, Yan Garen - Reach Out (All Mixes) ***Out May 20th, 2020***Aron Scott, Edwin Geninatti, Yan Garen - Reach Out (All Mixes), Out May 20th, 2020 on Groove Defined !
Include Baseek Remix, Black Jersey Remix
2020-04-1900 min
Awaken The AwesomeEp. 080 - Happy People Work Harder (w. Garen Jemian)
For those of you who've been along for then ride on this little audio adventure of ours, you know that I don't do too much research on my guests as I like to take a chance at getting to know the person across from me with no agenda and or expectation other than to learn from their story, vision and craft.
Garen Jemian is one those breed of people who just have that particular kind of energy that you can't quite put your finger on but definitely resonates as both genuine and engaging....
2019-03-051h 23
The Garbage Barge PodcastGuest Starring Garen Torikian Talking About Internet Censorship, Ann Coulter And Bill Maher, And Pop Culture Madness!Drink of the day: Black Russians, Corona, and whatever else we could find in the kitchen. Colin Anderson and Candice Chetta are so excited to welcome their dear friend, Garen Torikian, into the studio this week! Garen Torikian is a writer, a content creator, a programmer and a wonderful dude! Tune in as we discuss … Continue reading "126: Guest Starring Garen Torikian Talking About Internet Censorship, Ann Coulter And Bill Maher, And Pop Culture Madness!"
2019-01-3051 min
BeTheTalk with Nathan Eckel343: Motivation beyond money with Garen JemianGaren Jemian is an executive coach, leadership specialist and the author of the recent book Happy People Work Harder- The Leader's guide to inspiring positive change. CONNECT with Garen HERE LISTEN to Garen's TEDx talk HERE BeTheTalk is a 7 day a week podcast where Nathan Eckel chats with talkers from TEDx & branded events. Tips tools and techniques that can help you give the talk to change the world at BeTheTalk.com !
2019-01-0717 min
PBD with Nathan Eckel343: Motivation beyond money with Garen JemianGaren Jemian is an executive coach, leadership specialist and the author of the recent book Happy People Work Harder- The Leader's guide to inspiring positive change. CONNECT with Garen HERE LISTEN to Garen's TEDx talk HERE BeTheTalk is a 7 day a week podcast where Nathan Eckel chats with talkers from TEDx & branded events. Tips tools and techniques that can help you give the talk to change the world at BeTheTalk.com !
2019-01-0717 min
The Adventure Films PodcastWar Film 9: Kagemusha (1980)In the Japanese Sengoku period, a diminishing number of daimyos battle to see who will unite the country and become Shogun. The Takeda clan is headed by the immoveable Shingen, fighting the combined forces of Nobunaga and Tokugawa. When Shingen is mortally wounded, his generals bring in a double - a kagemusha - to keep the clan from collapsing and their enemies on their toes. A magnificent return to form for the emperor of film, Akira Kurosawa, with Tatsuya Nakadai taking on the roles of the feared Takeda daimyo and his low-caste double. Click the image below to listen to...
2018-07-2200 min