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In Search Of ExcellenceMike Meldman: From Blackjack Dealer to Real Estate Mogul | E164Mike Meldman is the mastermind who turned luxury and lifestyle into a business empire. As the founder of Discovery Land Company and co-founder of Casamigos Tequila alongside George Clooney and Rande Gerber, Meldman built a world where wealthy clients don’t just buy homes — they buy Incredible family-oriented experiences. This is the inspiring story of how he redefined real estate, community, and luxury - and went on to create a billion-dollar spirits company and become part owner of the Las Vegas Raiders.Randall KaplanEXTREME PREPARATIONListen to this episode on the go!🍎 Apple P...2025-06-061h 03
Beyond The HorizonThe Diddy Trial: George Kaplan And What The Feds Hoped To Gain From His Testimony (5/24/25)During Sean "Diddy" Combs' federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial, the prosecution called former executive assistant George Kaplan to testify, aiming to provide an insider's perspective on Combs' alleged operations. Kaplan, who worked for Combs between 2013 and 2015, detailed his responsibilities, which included booking hotel rooms under aliases, procuring drugs like MDMA and ketamine, and preparing rooms with specific items such as candles and baby oil. He also recounted cleaning up after Combs' so-called "freak-off" parties to maintain the mogul's public image. Kaplan's testimony was intended to illustrate the structured and deliberate nature of Combs' alleged activities, supporting the prosecution's claim...2025-05-2411 min
The True Crime TapesThe Diddy Trial: George Kaplan And What The Feds Hoped To Gain From His Testimony (5/23/25)During Sean "Diddy" Combs' federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial, the prosecution called former executive assistant George Kaplan to testify, aiming to provide an insider's perspective on Combs' alleged operations. Kaplan, who worked for Combs between 2013 and 2015, detailed his responsibilities, which included booking hotel rooms under aliases, procuring drugs like MDMA and ketamine, and preparing rooms with specific items such as candles and baby oil. He also recounted cleaning up after Combs' so-called "freak-off" parties to maintain the mogul's public image. Kaplan's testimony was intended to illustrate the structured and deliberate nature of Combs' alleged activities, supporting the prosecution's claim...2025-05-2411 minThe True Crime TapesThe Diddy Trial: George Kaplan Finishes His Testimony On Day 9 (5/23/25)On Day 9 of Sean "Diddy" Combs' federal trial, former personal assistant George Kaplan delivered compelling testimony that shed light on the inner workings of Combs' operations. Kaplan recounted an incident aboard a private jet in 2015, where he witnessed Combs allegedly assaulting singer Cassie Ventura. According to Kaplan, he heard glass shattering and saw Combs standing over Ventura, who was on her back with her legs up, seemingly trying to create space. Ventura reportedly screamed, "Isn't anybody seeing this?" as the altercation unfolded. Kaplan also described another episode where he observed Ventura with bruises under her eye, after which Combs instructed...2025-05-2323 minBeyond The HorizonThe Diddy Trial: George Kaplan Finishes His Testimony On Day 9 (5/23/25)On Day 9 of Sean "Diddy" Combs' federal trial, former personal assistant George Kaplan delivered compelling testimony that shed light on the inner workings of Combs' operations. Kaplan recounted an incident aboard a private jet in 2015, where he witnessed Combs allegedly assaulting singer Cassie Ventura. According to Kaplan, he heard glass shattering and saw Combs standing over Ventura, who was on her back with her legs up, seemingly trying to create space. Ventura reportedly screamed, "Isn't anybody seeing this?" as the altercation unfolded. Kaplan also described another episode where he observed Ventura with bruises under her eye, after which Combs instructed...2025-05-2323 min
The Epstein ChroniclesThe Diddy Trial: George Kaplan Finishes His Testimony On Day 9 (5/23/25)On Day 9 of Sean "Diddy" Combs' federal trial, former personal assistant George Kaplan delivered compelling testimony that shed light on the inner workings of Combs' operations. Kaplan recounted an incident aboard a private jet in 2015, where he witnessed Combs allegedly assaulting singer Cassie Ventura. According to Kaplan, he heard glass shattering and saw Combs standing over Ventura, who was on her back with her legs up, seemingly trying to create space. Ventura reportedly screamed, "Isn't anybody seeing this?" as the altercation unfolded. Kaplan also described another episode where he observed Ventura with bruises under her eye, after which Combs instructed...2025-05-2323 min
The Moscow Murders and MoreThe Diddy Trial: George Kaplan Finishes His Testimony On Day 9 (5/23/25)On Day 9 of Sean "Diddy" Combs' federal trial, former personal assistant George Kaplan delivered compelling testimony that shed light on the inner workings of Combs' operations. Kaplan recounted an incident aboard a private jet in 2015, where he witnessed Combs allegedly assaulting singer Cassie Ventura. According to Kaplan, he heard glass shattering and saw Combs standing over Ventura, who was on her back with her legs up, seemingly trying to create space. Ventura reportedly screamed, "Isn't anybody seeing this?" as the altercation unfolded. Kaplan also described another episode where he observed Ventura with bruises under her eye, after which Combs instructed...2025-05-2323 minThe Epstein ChroniclesThe Diddy Trial: George Kaplan And What The Feds Hoped To Gain From His Testimony (5/23/25)During Sean "Diddy" Combs' federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial, the prosecution called former executive assistant George Kaplan to testify, aiming to provide an insider's perspective on Combs' alleged operations. Kaplan, who worked for Combs between 2013 and 2015, detailed his responsibilities, which included booking hotel rooms under aliases, procuring drugs like MDMA and ketamine, and preparing rooms with specific items such as candles and baby oil. He also recounted cleaning up after Combs' so-called "freak-off" parties to maintain the mogul's public image. Kaplan's testimony was intended to illustrate the structured and deliberate nature of Combs' alleged activities, supporting the prosecution's claim...2025-05-2311 minThe Moscow Murders and MoreThe Diddy Trial: George Kaplan And What The Feds Hoped To Gain From His Testimony (5/22/25)During Sean "Diddy" Combs' federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial, the prosecution called former executive assistant George Kaplan to testify, aiming to provide an insider's perspective on Combs' alleged operations. Kaplan, who worked for Combs between 2013 and 2015, detailed his responsibilities, which included booking hotel rooms under aliases, procuring drugs like MDMA and ketamine, and preparing rooms with specific items such as candles and baby oil. He also recounted cleaning up after Combs' so-called "freak-off" parties to maintain the mogul's public image. Kaplan's testimony was intended to illustrate the structured and deliberate nature of Combs' alleged activities, supporting the prosecution's claim...2025-05-2311 minThe True Crime TapesThe Diddy Trial: Former Diddy Assistant George Kaplan Takes The Stand On Day 8 (Part 2) (5/22/25)On Day 8 of Sean "Diddy" Combs' federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial, former executive assistant George Kaplan provided detailed testimony about his tenure with Combs from 2013 to 2015. Kaplan described working extensive hours, often between 80 to 100 per week, and performing tasks that extended beyond typical assistant duties. He was responsible for booking hotel rooms under the alias "Frank Black," a nod to the late rapper Notorious B.I.G., and preparing them with specific items such as candles, baby oil, Astroglide, and liquor. Kaplan also testified that he procured drugs like MDMA and ketamine for Combs, sometimes using a corporate card...2025-05-2215 min
The Diddy DiariesThe Diddy Trial: George Kaplan Finishes His Testimony On Day 9 (5/22/25)On Day 9 of Sean "Diddy" Combs' federal trial, former personal assistant George Kaplan delivered compelling testimony that shed light on the inner workings of Combs' operations. Kaplan recounted an incident aboard a private jet in 2015, where he witnessed Combs allegedly assaulting singer Cassie Ventura. According to Kaplan, he heard glass shattering and saw Combs standing over Ventura, who was on her back with her legs up, seemingly trying to create space. Ventura reportedly screamed, "Isn't anybody seeing this?" as the altercation unfolded. Kaplan also described another episode where he observed Ventura with bruises under her eye, after which Combs instructed...2025-05-2223 minBeyond The HorizonThe Diddy Trial: Former Diddy Assistant George Kaplan Takes The Stand On Day 8 (Part 2) (5/22/25)On Day 8 of Sean "Diddy" Combs' federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial, former executive assistant George Kaplan provided detailed testimony about his tenure with Combs from 2013 to 2015. Kaplan described working extensive hours, often between 80 to 100 per week, and performing tasks that extended beyond typical assistant duties. He was responsible for booking hotel rooms under the alias "Frank Black," a nod to the late rapper Notorious B.I.G., and preparing them with specific items such as candles, baby oil, Astroglide, and liquor. Kaplan also testified that he procured drugs like MDMA and ketamine for Combs, sometimes using a corporate card...2025-05-2215 minThe Diddy DiariesThe Diddy Trial: George Kaplan And What The Feds Hoped To Gain From His Testimony (5/22/25)During Sean "Diddy" Combs' federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial, the prosecution called former executive assistant George Kaplan to testify, aiming to provide an insider's perspective on Combs' alleged operations. Kaplan, who worked for Combs between 2013 and 2015, detailed his responsibilities, which included booking hotel rooms under aliases, procuring drugs like MDMA and ketamine, and preparing rooms with specific items such as candles and baby oil. He also recounted cleaning up after Combs' so-called "freak-off" parties to maintain the mogul's public image. Kaplan's testimony was intended to illustrate the structured and deliberate nature of Combs' alleged activities, supporting the prosecution's claim...2025-05-2211 minThe Epstein ChroniclesThe Diddy Trial: Former Diddy Assistant George Kaplan Takes The Stand On Day 8 (Part 2) (5/22/25)On Day 8 of Sean "Diddy" Combs' federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial, former executive assistant George Kaplan provided detailed testimony about his tenure with Combs from 2013 to 2015. Kaplan described working extensive hours, often between 80 to 100 per week, and performing tasks that extended beyond typical assistant duties. He was responsible for booking hotel rooms under the alias "Frank Black," a nod to the late rapper Notorious B.I.G., and preparing them with specific items such as candles, baby oil, Astroglide, and liquor. Kaplan also testified that he procured drugs like MDMA and ketamine for Combs, sometimes using a corporate card...2025-05-2215 minThe Moscow Murders and MoreThe Diddy Trial: Former Diddy Assistant George Kaplan Takes The Stand On Day 8 (Part 2) (5/22/25)On Day 8 of Sean "Diddy" Combs' federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial, former executive assistant George Kaplan provided detailed testimony about his tenure with Combs from 2013 to 2015. Kaplan described working extensive hours, often between 80 to 100 per week, and performing tasks that extended beyond typical assistant duties. He was responsible for booking hotel rooms under the alias "Frank Black," a nod to the late rapper Notorious B.I.G., and preparing them with specific items such as candles, baby oil, Astroglide, and liquor. Kaplan also testified that he procured drugs like MDMA and ketamine for Combs, sometimes using a corporate card...2025-05-2215 minThe Diddy DiariesThe Diddy Trial: Former Diddy Assistant George Kaplan Takes The Stand On Day 8 (Part 2) (5/22/25)On Day 8 of Sean "Diddy" Combs' federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial, former executive assistant George Kaplan provided detailed testimony about his tenure with Combs from 2013 to 2015. Kaplan described working extensive hours, often between 80 to 100 per week, and performing tasks that extended beyond typical assistant duties. He was responsible for booking hotel rooms under the alias "Frank Black," a nod to the late rapper Notorious B.I.G., and preparing them with specific items such as candles, baby oil, Astroglide, and liquor. Kaplan also testified that he procured drugs like MDMA and ketamine for Combs, sometimes using a corporate card...2025-05-2215 min
The Jewish Drinking ShowThe Jew Who Owned George Dickel Whisky, featuring Clay Shwab [The Jewish Drinking Show Episode #169]IntroductionWhile George Dickel is currently the second-largest distillery in Tennessee, at one time, the George Dickel brand was the largest Tennessee Whisky when it was owned by Victor Emmanuel “Manny” Shwab, who was born and raised as a Jew. To shed some light on this history, the 169th episode of The Jewish Drinking Show features one of his great-grandsons, Clay Shwab.Biography of GuestClay Shwab taught business management, senior thesis, and management in literature at Maryville College for 10 years after a business career at Whittle Communications, Snyder Communications, and Edis...2025-02-0438 min
Clean Plate ClubJohn Kanell - Preppy Kitchen: George’s Pancake and Waffle MixJohn is an author, cook and baker, and the Founder of Preppy Kitchen- a digital food and family-focused brand that empowers and inspires people who enjoy cooking at all skill levels. This recipe is from his new cookbook, Preppy Kitchen Super Easy: 100 Simple and Versatile Recipes.George’s Pancake and Waffle MixMakes about 12 waffles or pancakesDry Mix:2¼ cups (270g) all-purpose flour¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar 1 tablespoon baking powder¾ teaspoon saltPancake and Waffle Batter:½ cup (113g) unsalte...2024-12-2007 min
The NFPThe multiplex: Jewison, TIFF, and invisible Canadian filmsAnother multiplex episode. In this one, I talk about Norman Jewison, where to find Canadian films and the Toronto International Film Festival.
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The NFPThe multiplex: Jewison, TIFF, and invisible Canadian filmsAnother multiplex episode. In this one, I talk about Norman Jewison, where to find Canadian films and the Toronto International Film Festival.
2024-11-2946 minThe NFPThe multiplex: Jewison, TIFF, and invisible Canadian filmsAnother multiplex episode. In this one, I talk about Norman Jewison, where to find Canadian films and the Toronto International Film Festival.
2024-11-2946 minThe NFPThe Pleasure of Looking - The Films of Alan Blackburn - Part 3In this episode, I am podcasting the final part of the audiobook version of a novel called: The pleasure of looking – The films of Alan Blackburn. It is a fictional biography of a Canadian filmmaker.
2024-09-0830 minThe NFPThe Pleasure of Looking - The Films of Alan Blackburn - Part 3In this episode, I am podcasting the final part of the audiobook version of a novel called: The pleasure of looking – The films of Alan Blackburn. It is a fictional biography of a Canadian filmmaker.
2024-09-0830 minThe NFPThe Pleasure of Looking - The Films of Alan Blackburn - Part 3In this episode, I am podcasting the final part of the audiobook version of a novel called: The pleasure of looking – The films of Alan Blackburn. It is a fictional biography of a Canadian filmmaker.
2024-09-0830 minThe NFPThe Pleasure of Looking - The Films of Alan Blackburn - Part 2In this episode, I am podcasting part two of the audiobook version of a novel called: The pleasure of looking – The films of Alan Blackburn. It is a fictional biography of a Canadian filmmaker.
2024-08-121h 01The NFPThe Pleasure of Looking - The Films of Alan Blackburn - Part 2In this episode, I am podcasting part two of the audiobook version of a novel called: The pleasure of looking – The films of Alan Blackburn. It is a fictional biography of a Canadian filmmaker.
2024-08-121h 01The NFPThe Pleasure of Looking - The Films of Alan Blackburn - Part 2In this episode, I am podcasting part two of the audiobook version of a novel called: The pleasure of looking – The films of Alan Blackburn. It is a fictional biography of a Canadian filmmaker.
2024-08-121h 01The NFPThe Pleasure of Looking - The Films of Alan BlackburnIn this episode, I am podcasting the audiobook version of a novel I wrote a few years back called: The Pleasure of Looking – The Films of Alan Blackburn. It is a fictional biography of a Canadian filmmaker.
2024-07-0318 minThe NFPThe Pleasure of Looking - The Films of Alan BlackburnIn this episode, I am podcasting the audiobook version of a novel I wrote a few years back called: The Pleasure of Looking – The Films of Alan Blackburn. It is a fictional biography of a Canadian filmmaker.
2024-07-0318 minThe NFPThe Pleasure of Looking - The Films of Alan BlackburnIn this episode, I am podcasting the audiobook version of a novel I wrote a few years back called: The Pleasure of Looking – The Films of Alan Blackburn. It is a fictional biography of a Canadian filmmaker.
2024-07-0318 minThe NFPFound! A great YouTube channel for film fansIn this episode, we talk with Evan Chester, the creator of a great YouTube channel called: Kubricklynch. A channel that deals mostly with film history, a rare thing in the YouTube world. We had a conversation about his channel and movies in general.
Link to the channel:
https://www.youtube.com/@kubricklynch
2024-06-0757 minThe NFPFound! A great YouTube channel for film fansIn this episode, we talk with Evan Chester, the creator of a great YouTube channel called: Kubricklynch. A channel that deals mostly with film history, a rare thing in the YouTube world. We had a conversation about his channel and movies in general.
Link to the channel:
https://www.youtube.com/@kubricklynch
2024-06-0757 minThe NFPFound! A great YouTube channel for film fansIn this episode, we talk with Evan Chester, the creator of a great YouTube channel called: Kubricklynch. A channel that deals mostly with film history, a rare thing in the YouTube world. We had a conversation about his channel and movies in general.
Link to the show notes:
https://www.youtube.com/@kubricklynch2024-06-0757 minThe NFPA Cinematic Legacy: 5 Great NFB Films That You Need To See NowIn this episode we present a short history of the National Film Board of Canada along with a recommendation for 5 great NFB films in animation and documentary form.
Link to the show notes:
https://www.nfpcan.ca/5-great-nfb-films-that-you-need-to-see-now-links/2024-04-2523 minThe NFPA Cinematic Legacy: 5 Great NFB Films That You Need To See NowIn this episode we present a short history of the National Film Board of Canada along with a recommendation for 5 great NFB films in animation and documentary form.
Link to the show notes:
https://www.nfpcan.ca/5-great-nfb-films-that-you-need-to-see-now-links/
2024-04-2523 minThe NFPA Cinematic Legacy: 5 Great NFB Films That You Need To See NowIn this episode we present a short history of the National Film Board of Canada along with a recommendation for 5 great NFB films in animation and documentary form.
Link to the show notes:
https://www.nfpcan.ca/5-great-nfb-films-that-you-need-to-see-now-links/
2024-04-2523 minThe NFPThe Author Theory: A Guide For The PerplexedHave you ever wondered what exactly is the Author Theory? In this episode I will talk about its origins in France, how it came to North America, and what it is all about.
Link to the show notes:
https://www.nfpcan.ca/the-author-theory-podcast-links/
2024-01-3034 minThe NFPThe Author Theory: A Guide For The PerplexedHave you ever wondered what exactly is the Author Theory? In this episode I will talk about its origins in France, how it came to North America, and what it is all about.
Link to the show notes:
https://www.nfpcan.ca/the-author-theory-podcast-links/
2024-01-3034 minThe NFPThe Author Theory: A Guide For The PerplexedHave you ever wondered what exactly is the Author Theory? In this episode I will talk about its origins in France, how it came to North America, and what it is all about.
Link to the show notes:
https://www.nfpcan.ca/the-author-theory-podcast-links/2024-01-3034 minThe NFPCanada's Hollywood: The Dream of a Canadian Film Industry - Part 4In this episode, we conclude our series about the beginnings of the feature film industry in Canada using as a reference, a book called Canada’s Hollywood, by Ted Magder.
We talk about how the free trade agreement between the US and Canada affected the film industry, and then we sum up the whole series.
2024-01-0644 minThe NFPCanada's Hollywood: The Dream of a Canadian Film Industry - Part 4In this episode, we conclude our series about the beginnings of the feature film industry in Canada using as a reference, a book called Canada’s Hollywood, by Ted Magder.
We talk about how the free trade agreement between the US and Canada affected the film industry, and then we sum up the whole series.
2024-01-0644 minThe NFPCanada's Hollywood: The Dream of a Canadian Film Industry - Part 4In this episode, we conclude our series about the beginnings of the feature film industry in Canada using as a reference, a book called Canada’s Hollywood, by Ted Magder.
We talk about how the free trade agreement between the US and Canada affected the film industry, and then we sum up the whole series.2024-01-0644 minThe NFPCanada's Hollywood: The Dream of a Canadian Film Industry - Part 3In this episode, we talk about the tax shelter years. A notorious but short period in Canadian film history that generated contempt for our films that still lingers today. Then we talk about how the early days of pay TV affected the CFDC, so much so that it had to change its name to TELEFILM Canada.
2023-12-0940 minThe NFPCanada's Hollywood: The Dream of a Canadian Film Industry - Part 3In this episode, we talk about the tax shelter years. A notorious but short period in Canadian film history that generated contempt for our films that still lingers today. Then we talk about how the early days of pay TV affected the CFDC, so much so that it had to change its name to TELEFILM Canada.2023-12-0940 minThe NFPCanada's Hollywood: The Dream of a Canadian Film Industry - Part 3In this episode, we talk about the tax shelter years. A notorious but short period in Canadian film history that generated contempt for our films that still lingers today. Then we talk about how the early days of pay TV affected the CFDC, so much so that it had to change its name to TELEFILM Canada.
2023-12-0940 minThe NFPCanada's Hollywood: The Dream of a Canadian Film Industry - Part 2In this episode, we continue to talk about the beginnings of the feature film industry in Canada using as a reference, a book called Canada’s Hollywood, by Ted Magder.
We talk about the early days of the CFDC (Canadian Film Development Corporation), film quotas, film levies and maple syrup porno!2023-11-1643 minThe NFPCanada's Hollywood: The Dream of a Canadian Film Industry - Part 2In this episode, we continue to talk about the beginnings of the feature film industry in Canada using as a reference, a book called Canada’s Hollywood, by Ted Magder.
We talk about the early days of the CFDC (Canadian Film Development Corporation), film quotas, film levies and maple syrup porno!
2023-11-1643 minThe NFPCanada's Hollywood: The Dream of a Canadian Film Industry - Part 2In this episode, we continue to talk about the beginnings of the feature film industry in Canada using as a reference, a book called Canada’s Hollywood, by Ted Magder.
We talk about the early days of the CFDC (Canadian Film Development Corporation), film quotas, film levies and maple syrup porno!
2023-11-1643 minThe NFPCanada’s Hollywood: The Dream of a Canadian Film Industry – Part 1In this episode, I will be talking about the beginnings of the feature film industry in Canada.
To do this, I will be using as a reference, a book called Canada’s Hollywood, by Ted Magder.
In part 1, we start off by describing the background of the Canadian film scene before the government got involved, and then go into the details of the actual creation of the CFDC, the Canadian film development corporation.2023-10-2639 minThe NFPCanada’s Hollywood: The Dream of a Canadian Film Industry – Part 1In this episode, I will be talking about the beginnings of the feature film industry in Canada.
To do this, I will be using as a reference, a book called Canada’s Hollywood, by Ted Magder.
In part 1, we start off by describing the background of the Canadian film scene before the government got involved, and then go into the details of the actual creation of the CFDC, the Canadian film development corporation.
2023-10-2639 minThe NFPMovie Wars: How Hollywood And The Media Conspire To Limit The Films We Can SeeIn this episode, we have an interview with American film critic Jonathan Rosenbaum about his book: “Movies Wars: How Hollywood and the media conspire to limit the films we can see.” The book deals with the dominance of Hollywood and the mainstream media in how movies are sold to the public.
Find out more about the book in the episode’s show notes here:
https://nfpcan.blubrry.net/movie-wars-show-notes-and-links/2023-07-301h 00The NFPMovie Wars: How Hollywood And The Media Conspire To Limit The Films We Can SeeIn this episode, we have an interview with American film critic Jonathan Rosenbaum about his book: “Movies Wars: How Hollywood and the media conspire to limit the films we can see.” The book deals with the dominance of Hollywood and the mainstream media in how movies are sold to the public.
Find out more about the book in the episode’s show notes here:
https://nfpcan.blubrry.net/movie-wars-show-notes-and-links/
2023-07-301h 00The NFPThe Multiplex Episode – Great Film Recommendations You Need To Know NowIn this multiplex episode, we have recommendations for people looking for above average film criticism and fascinating movie books. We also have a short discussion about the Canadian Cooperation Project and some Hollywood news.
Check out the recommendations:
https://nfpcan.blubrry.net/the-multiplex-episode-show-notes-and-links/2023-05-291h 05The NFPThe Multiplex Episode – Great Film Recommendations You Need To Know NowIn this multiplex episode, we have recommendations for people looking for above average film criticism and fascinating movie books. We also have a short discussion about the Canadian Cooperation Project and some Hollywood news.
Check out the recommendations:
https://nfpcan.blubrry.net/the-multiplex-episode-show-notes-and-links/
2023-05-291h 05The NFPS01 - E08 - Budge Crawley - What Happened to Canada's King of Film?In this episode, I have an interview with the author Barbara Wade Rose, who wrote a biography about Canadian filmmaker Budge Crawley called “Budge: What happened to Canada’s king of film”.
Budge Crawley was a pioneer Canadian independent filmmaker who started making films in Ottawa, Ontario during the 40s and had a long film career that culminated in winning an Oscar for a documentary called “The man who skied down Everest”. Now he is forgotten, but we will attempt to revive his achievements by talking about his life and movies.
Link to the show notes:...2023-04-211h 16The NFPBudge Crawley – What Happened to Canada’s King of Film?In this episode, I have an interview with the author Barbara Wade Rose, who wrote a biography about Canadian filmmaker Budge Crawley called “Budge: What happened to Canada’s king of film”.
Budge Crawley was a pioneer Canadian independent filmmaker who started making films in Ottawa, Ontario during the 40s and had a long film career that culminated in winning an Oscar for a documentary called “The man who skied down Everest”. Now he is forgotten, but we will attempt to revive his achievements by talking about his life and movies.
Link to the show notes:...2023-04-211h 16The NFPS01 - E08 - Budge Crawley - What Happened to Canada's King of Film?In this episode, I have an interview with the author Barbara Wade Rose who wrote a biography about Canadian filmmaker Budge Crawley called “Budge: What happened to Canada’s king of film”.
Budge Crawley was a pioneer Canadian independent filmmaker who started making films in Ottawa, Ontario during the 40’s and had a long film career that culminated in winning an Oscar for a documentary called “The man who skied down Everest”. Now he is forgotten, but we will attempt to revive his achievements by talking about his life and movies.
The book “Budge: What happened to Can...2023-04-211h 16
Ona CulturalEntrevistem Pablo Macho Otero i Emma Arquillué, de La Bella Otero. 'George Kaplan' al Teatre TantarantanaEntrevistem Pablo Macho Otero i Emma Arquillué, de la companyia La Bella Otero, que han estrenat la seva versió 'George Kaplan' de Frédéric Sonntag al Teatre Tantarantana, amb direcció de Pablo Macho Otero.
La versió de La Bella Otero és molt divertida, actual i captivadora. Primerament veiem un grup d'activistes que tenen una identitat col·lectiva i es plantegen canviar el sistema. Després una reunió de guionistes de tv que sembla formar part d'un show amb públic en directe, i finalment ens trobem amb la gent que representa el poder ocult. Tot orquestrat amb molt d'humor i enginy.
...2023-04-0925 min
Ona CulturalEntrevistem Pablo Macho Otero i Emma Arquillué, de La Bella Otero. 'George Kaplan' al Teatre TantarantanaEntrevistem Pablo Macho Otero i Emma Arquillué, de la companyia La Bella Otero, que han estrenat la seva versió 'George Kaplan' de Frédéric Sonntag al Teatre Tantarantana, amb direcció de Pablo Macho Otero. La versió de La Bella Otero és molt divertida, actual i captivadora. Primerament veiem un grup d'activistes que tenen una identitat col·lectiva i es plantegen canviar el sistema. Després una reunió de guionistes de tv que sembla formar part d'un show amb públic en directe, i finalment ens trobem amb la gent que representa el poder ocult. Tot orquestrat amb molt d'humo...2023-04-0925 minThe NFPMoney Is The Real Star – The Business History Of Hollywood – Part 2We continue and finish our talk about the early history of Hollywood. But not the history of movie stars or movies, but the history of film from the very practical point of view of business. How did Hollywood make its money? Listen and find out.
2023-03-2228 minThe NFPS01-E07 - Early Hollywood Film History - Part 2In episode 7, we continue and finish our talk about the early history of Hollywood. But not the history of movie stars or movies, but the history of film from the very practical point of view of business. How did Hollywood make its money? Listen and find out.2023-03-2228 minThe NFPMoney Is The Real Star – The Business History Of Hollywood – Part 1We talk about the early history of Hollywood. But not the history of movie stars or movies, but the history of film from the very practical point of view of business. How did Hollywood make its money? Listen and find out.
2023-03-2222 minThe NFPS01-E06 - Early Hollywood Film History - Part 1In episode 6, we talk about the early history of Hollywood. But not the history of movie stars or movies, but the history of film from the very practical point of view of business. How did Hollywood make its money? Listen and find out.2023-03-2222 minThe NFPForgotten Canadian Pioneers That Hollywood Needs To ThankIn episode 5, we talk about Canadians who moved to Hollywood in the early days. That is to say Canadians who, instead of working in Canadian movies, such as they were then, decided to go to Hollywood and tried to make it there. We talk about Mary Pickford, Mack Sennett, May Irwin and Douglas Shearer.
Here is a link to a Mary Pickford YouTube channel if you’re interested in watching Mary Pickford movies.
https://www.youtube.com/@MaryPickfordOfficial
2023-03-2240 minThe NFPForgotten Canadian Pioneers That Hollywood Needs To ThankIn episode 5, we talk about Canadians who moved to Hollywood in the early days. That is to say Canadians who, instead of working in Canadian movies, such as they were then, decided to go to Hollywood and tried to make it there. We talk about Mary Pickford, Mack Sennett, May Irwin and Douglas Shearer.
Here is a link to a Mary Pickford YouTube channel if you’re interested in watching Mary Pickford movies.
https://www.youtube.com/@MaryPickfordOfficial2023-03-2240 minThe NFPHustlers, Traitors And Dreamers – The Curious Story Of Movies In Canada – Part 4
In this episode, we conclude talking about the early days of Canadian film using the book “Embattled Shadows” by Peter Morris. We hear the final thoughts from Peter Morris, and then I give my opinion about Morris’s take on early Canadian film.
2023-03-2213 minThe NFPS01-E04 - Early Canadian Film History Part 4
In this episode, we conclude talking about the early days of Canadian film using the book “Embattled Shadows” by Peter Morris. We hear the final thoughts from Peter Morris, and then I give my opinion about Morris’s take on early Canadian film.2023-03-2213 minThe NFPHustlers, Traitors And Dreamers – The Curious Story Of Movies In Canada – Part 3
In part 3 of the early days of Canadian movies, we talk about Hollywood’s monopoly and domination in Canada. We also talk about ASN studios in Montreal, which was the only positive thing in Canadian movies at that time.
Here is a link to the ASN’s Canadian Cameo: Rhapsody in Two Languages (1934) mentioned in the podcast: https://youtu.be/NK0pmAWmatU
Enjoy!2023-03-2228 minThe NFPHustlers, Traitors And Dreamers – The Curious Story Of Movies In Canada – Part 3
In part 3 of the early days of Canadian movies, we talk about Hollywood’s monopoly and domination in Canada. We also talk about ASN studios in Montreal, which was the only positive thing in Canadian movies at that time.
Here is a link to the ASN’s Canadian Cameo: Rhapsody in Two Languages (1934) mentioned in the podcast: https://youtu.be/NK0pmAWmatU
Enjoy!
2023-03-2228 minThe NFPHustlers, Traitors And Dreamers – The Curious Story Of Movies In Canada – Part 2
In this episode, we continue to discuss the early history of Canadian film based on the book by Peter Morris. We learn about a movie promoter called Ernest Shipman and also about the Motion Picture Bureau of Canada.
2023-03-2230 minThe NFPHustlers, Traitors And Dreamers – The Curious Story Of Movies In Canada – Part 2
In this episode, we continue to discuss the early history of Canadian film based on the book by Peter Morris. We learn about a movie promoter called Ernest Shipman and also about the Motion Picture Bureau of Canada.
2023-03-2230 minThe NFPHustlers, Traitors And Dreamers – The Curious Story Of Movies In Canada – Part 1
In this episode, we give a brief overview of season 1, and we start talking about the early history of Canadian movies, based on the book
entitled “embattled shadows” by Peter Morris.
We cover chapters 1,2 and 3.
2023-03-2231 minThe NFPS01 – E01 – Early Canadian Film History – Part 1
In this episode, we give a brief overview of season 1, and we start talking about the early history of Canadian movies, based on the book
entitled “embattled shadows” by Peter Morris.
We cover chapters 1,2 and 3.
2023-03-2231 minThe NFPS01-E07 - Early Hollywood Film History - Part 2In episode 7, we continue and finish our talk about the early history of Hollywood. But not the history of movie stars or movies, but the history of film from the very practical point of view of business. How did Hollywood make its money? Listen and find out.2023-03-2000 minThe NFPS01-E06 - Early Hollywood Film History - Part 1In episode 6, we talk about the early history of Hollywood. But not the history of movie stars or movies, but the history of film from the very practical point of view of business. How did Hollywood make its money? Listen and find out.2023-03-0400 minThe NFPS01-E05 - Canadian Pioneers in old HollywoodIn episode 5, we talk about Canadians who moved to Hollywood in the early days. That is to say Canadians who, instead of working in Canadian movies, such as they were then, decided to go to Hollywood and tried to make it there. We talk about Mary Pickford, Mack Sennett, May Irwin and Douglas Shearer.Here is a link to the silent movie YouTube channel if you're interested in watching Mary Pickford or Sennett movies.https://www.youtube.com/@TheSilentFilmChannel2023-01-1440 minThe NFPS01-E04 - Early Canadian Film History Part 4In this episode, we conclude talking about the early days of Canadian film using the book "Embattled Shadows" by Peter Morris. We hear the final thoughts from Peter Morris and then I give my opinion about Morris's take on early Canadian film.2023-01-0700 minThe NFPS01-E03-Early-Canadian-Film-History-Part-3In part 3 of the early days of Canadian movies, we talk about Hollywood's monopoly and domination in Canada. We also talk about ASN studios in Montreal, which was the only positive thing in Canadian movies at that time.Here is a link to the ASN's Canadian Cameo: Rhapsody in Two Languages (1934)mentioned in the podcast:https://youtu.be/NK0pmAWmatUEnjoy!2023-01-0128 minThe NFPS01 - E02 - Early Canadian Film History - Part 2In this episode, we continue to discuss the early history of Canadian film based on the book by Peter Morris. We learn about a movie promoter called Ernest Shipman and also about the Motion Picture Bureau of Canada.2022-12-1630 minThe NFPEarly Canadian Film History - Part 1In this episode, we give a brief overview of season 1, and we start talking about the early history of Canadian movies, based on the book entitled "embattled shadows" by Peter Morris. We cover chapters 1,2 and 3.2022-12-0831 minThe NFPEarly Canadian Film History - Part 1In this episode, we give a brief overview of season 1, and we start talking about the early history of Canadian movies, based on the book entitled "embattled shadows" by Peter Morris. We cover chapters 1,2 and 3.2022-12-0831 minThe NFPIntroduction to the National Film Pod of CanadaThis is just a short podcast to introduce the National Film Pod of Canada.A podcast with a different take on the movies.Hosted by George Kaplan, a filmmaker and amateur film historian based in Toronto, Canada.2022-12-0102 minThe NFPIntroduction to the National Film Pod of CanadaThis is just a short podcast to introduce the National Film Pod of Canada.A podcast with a different take on the movies.Hosted by George Kaplan, a filmmaker and amateur film historian based in Toronto, Canada.2022-12-0102 minThe NFPIntroduction to the National Film Pod of CanadaThis is just a short podcast to introduce the National Film Pod of Canada.A podcast with a different take on the movies.Hosted by George Kaplan, a filmmaker and amateur film historian based in Toronto, Canada.2022-12-0102 min
Beyond the Box Score PodcastInterview w/ Coach Jamion Christian (Former Head Coach at George Washington)Coach Jamion Christian shares his journey from growing up in New Kent, Virginia to becoming a NCAA D1 Head Coach.
He led his high school to an undefeated season culminating in a state championship before playing college basketball at Mount Saint Mary's under the late Jim Phelan. His senior year he played for Milan Brown, after graduating he started his coaching career at [then D3] Henry & Henry College under the late Bob Johnson.
Pat Flannery hired him to be his Director of Basketball Operations at Bucknell, where they won the Patriot League regular season title...2022-06-111h 25Beyond the Box Score PodcastInterview w/ Coach Mike Jarvis (Former HC at St. John's & George Washington)Coach Mike Jarvis shares his journey from growing up in Cambridge Massachusetts to becoming a NCAA D1 Head Coach. After finishing his playing career at Northeastern he joined the coaching staff there and then Harvard before becoming the Head Coach at Cambridge Rindge and Latin School. He coached Patrick Ewing, Rumeal Robinson, and Karl Hobbs in high school including winning three-consecutive state championships (1979-1981), including a remarkable 77-1 record during that run. Coach Jarvis was named Massachusetts HS Coach of the Year in each of those three seasons.
Boston University named him their Head Coach in 1985 and...2022-03-251h 26
The Faucet with Myq KaplanFifty First Jokes, a George Saunders Quote, and the Can I Buy a Vowel TourIn today's pod-snack, Myq shares something from yesterday, today, and tomorrow! Yesterday was a show called Fifty First Jokes. Today was an exchange with a nice lady that involved a George Saunders quote on humor, and tomorrow begins a standup tour full of performances in states whose abbreviations are all consonants! Enjoy!2022-02-1914 min
Sleeper Hits : Tropical Abstractions - Making OfKaplan ReduxEP05: "Kaplan Redux"
Né du souffle d’un harmonium usé, ce nouvel extrait de “Sleeper Hits : Tropical Abstractions” explore en trois temps - temps de la valse, et temps du découpage cinématographique - la question de l’identité et de son révélateur qu’est l'œuvre artistique. Librement inspiré du film “North By Northwest” de Hitchcock, “Kaplan Redux” rejoue à sa manière l’errance du personnage fantoche de George Kaplan au sein d’un territoire porteur de métamorphoses essentielles.
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Beyond the Box Score PodcastInterview w/ Graham Bousley (Assistant Coach at George Washington)Coach Graham Bousley shares his journey from playing high school basketball with future NBA players to coaching NCAA DI basketball.
After growing up in California he decided to attend Wisconsin and be a Student Manager under Bo Ryan. Things didn't go as planned, but he did eventually help the Badgers make a NCAA Tournament run as the Head Student Manager.
From Wisconsin he moved onto VCU where he was the Graduate Assistant under Shaka Smart. During his two years in Richmond they made back-to-back NCAA Tournaments. Mike Rhodes was named the Head Coach at Rice...2021-06-0752 min
Shatter The Mold121 - George Bryant: Why Relationships Beat Algorithms Every Single TimeToday we’re chatting with the host of The Mind of George Show (who also happens to be a New York Times best-selling author AND highly sought-after digital consultant) about the power of relationships in business, and how putting them before transactions can lead to way more success and longevity. http://www.shatterthemoldpodcast.com2021-06-011h 04Beyond the Box Score PodcastInterview w/ Chris Caputo (Associate HC at Miami)Coach Caputo shares his coaching journey and gives great advice to aspiring coaches. He grew up in New York and went on to play D3 basketball at Westfield State before beginning his coaching career. Coach Caputo began his coaching career at George Mason University after graduating from Westfield State and served in a variety of roles under Jim Larrañaga and would eventually move on to the University of Miami with Coach Larrañaga. Him and Coach L have worked together for 19 years and have had great success. George Mason had a Final Four run in 2006 and tons of su...2020-08-2840 minBeyond the Box Score PodcastInterview w/ William "Butch" West (HC at Prince George's CC)Coach West shares his journey from serving our country to becoming the Head Coach at Prince George's Community College. He got his start in coaching the Yokosuka Pro Traveling Team in Japan during his time serving in the military. When he got back to the United States he began coaching high school and grassroots basketball - including coaching on the boys and the girls side. Coach West was the Friendship Tech Prep High School boy's varsity head coach for the 2014-15 season, leading the team to a league-best 20-4 record. He was named the Coach of the Year by...2020-07-2451 min
Just Shoot It: A Podcast about Filmmaking, Screenwriting and DirectingHow to get Your Film Press w No Film School's George Edelman - Just Shoot It 224We sit down with the Editor in Chief of No Film School, George Edelman to talk about what it takes to pitch a story about your film to them, and press outlets in general.Unpaid endorsementsMatt: a service called Indee George: Road Caster Pro mic, and turner classic movies are now on HBO max Oren: Twitter accounts to follow, @actionmoviedad and @ASlavitt Contribute to the Just Shoot It Patreon and help support the show.Send feedb...2020-07-161h 18
Does This Still Work?Good Morning Vietnam (Guest: Rebecca T. Kaplan) 1987Sir, in our hearts we know we are funny and we are joined by comedian Rebecca T. Kaplan to sort of prove it. Or not. Meanwhile, return of red M&Ms. The 84 million dollar man. Christ in urine looks good,honest. George defends the honor of Greeks and Vietnamese women. Return of Robin’s black voice (and gay voice). Montages-A-Go-Go! From one to homophobia. Did Joe call a Vietnamese man Chinese?! And isn’t that scene straight out of Stripes? Surprise twist, George agrees with the military! And more. http://racist-stereotypes.com/ Twitter @Rebeccatkaplan2020-05-201h 13Beyond the Box Score PodcastInterview with George Washington University Assistant Coach Nima OmidvarGeorge Washington University Assistant Coach Nima Omidvar shares his unique story with me. In college he began running basketball events and tournaments, he also coached at various high school programs during his college years. Nima became a D1 Graduate Assistant, moving on to a D2 HBCU , and his climb from the ACC to the Big Ten, Sun Belt, and now in the Atlantic 10. Listen up and get ready to be coached up!2020-05-061h 25
Healing Feeling Sh*t ShowThe Red Road Way of Healing with George BertelsteinHFSS Season 2 builds on the transformational instruction of how to move your feelings through you to help you enhance your healing. Listen to this gorgeous conversation with the leader of the Medicine Path Native American Church George Bertelstein about healing through the red road. For more information about George, his new book A Clear and Simply Prayer, or the medicine path, go to medicine path.org. Take the quiz to find out the emotional tone of your core wound at yourcorewound.com. To get into a guided group journey through the Sh*t Show, go to healingfeelingshitshow.com2019-07-241h 10
Macro Musings with David Beckworth128 – Robert Kaplan on the FOMC, the Dallas Fed, and Lessons from the Great RecessionRob Kaplan is the President and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas. Previously, he was a professor and associate dean at Harvard Business School and a vice chairman at Goldman Sachs. Rob joins the show today to talk about his career, the Dallas Fed, and U.S. monetary policy. David and Rob also discuss the inner workings of the FOMC, the future of the Fed’s operating system, and lessons to be learned from the 2008 Financial Crisis. Rob also shares his thoughts on alternative monetary regimes, including nominal GDP targeting. Rob’s Twitter: @RobSKaplan Rob’s Dallas Fed profil...2018-10-1546 min
Planetary RadioVirgin Galactic CEO George Whitesides on LauncherOne and the Return of SpaceShipTwo6,000 job-seekers came to the new Long Beach, California home of Virgin Galactic’s LauncherOne rocket on a recent morning. We sit down with CEO George Whitesides for a conversation about this new effort and the return of SpaceShipTwo.2015-03-1028 min
George The Tech’s Performer Friendly PodcastEWABS Ep.89 March 31st, 2013Published on Mar 31, 2013
Our Easter edition Google Hangout !
Happy Easter, and Passover everyone !
Hangout guests included:
Dan Lenard
George Whittam
Lee Pinney
Anne Ganguzza
Anthony Gettig
Steve Tardio
Patrick Sweeny
Jason Lawson
David Kaplan
and,
Doug Turkel
Visit George at VOStudioTech.com
Or follow George's Twitter: @EWABS_Show
Visit Dan at HomeVoiceOverStudio.com/
Or follow Dan's Twitter: @HomStudioMan
Questions and topics discussed included:
Dan's recently aquired Tannoy ribbon Mic.
Dan and Anthony's recent experience with Canadian customs.
Mic Port Pro quality / durability.
Dan, Anthony and Pat Sweeney at Pat Sweeney's meetup group.
Studio Suit's sound deadening capabilities.
Traveling with your...2013-04-071h 40
GatuslangAvsnitt 31 – George Kaplan/Hannes SigrellGeorge Kaplan eller Hannes Sigrell reppar Umeå och är medlem i duon Trainspotters tillsammans med sin goda vän Erk. Nyligen släppte de sitt andra album på rödfärgad 2xLP. Genomarbetat och produktivt har blivit gruppens signum med tapes, cds och vinylreleaser genom åren. För tillfället har Hannes massa projekt på gång, bland annat två stycken tapes. … Continue reading "Avsnitt 31 – George Kaplan/Hannes Sigrell"
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