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Grand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 61: Compensating for Something?Although the Dukes of Burgundy were not kings, they sure acted like they were. The Burgundian Court was one of the largest, most extravagant, and most magnificent in all of Europe. It was a center of artistic patronage, elaborate events, and grand displays. In fact, the Burgundian Court was so central to the identity of the Dukes and the administration of their lands, that some historians have claimed that Burgundy was a Theater State.Check out intelligentspeechonline.com for more information on the upcoming Intelligent Speech Conference, and use my promo code BOLD for 10...
2026-01-0537 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 60: The Ghent Revolt Part 2 - The Actual RevoltBy the Autumn of 1451, it looked like the political conflict between Ghent and Philip the Good had worked itself out, but this episode isn't called the Ghent Revolt for nothing. The recently pacified city would erupt into revolutionary violence before the end of the year.Check out intelligentspeechonline.com for more information on the upcoming Intelligent Speech Conference, and use my promo code BOLD for 10% off!Time Period Covered: 1451-1453Notable People: Philip the Good, Lievin Boone, Simon de Lalaing, John of Nevers Count of Etampes, Cornille of Burgundy, Jacques de Lalaing...
2025-12-0843 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 59: The Ghent Revolt Part 1 - That's Politics!In 1447, Philip the Good pitched a new Tax to the Grand Council of Ghent and when the body refused his request, the Duke of Burgundy became determined to humble the proud city. But by provoking a conflict with Ghent, Philip may have gotten more than he bargained for.Check out intelligentspeechonline.com for more information on the upcoming Intelligent Speech Conference, and use my promo code BOLD for 10% off!Time Period Covered: 1447-1451Notable People: Philip the Good, Daneel Sersanders, Lievin Sneevoet, Lievin de PottereNotable Events/Developments: Attempted Burgundian Gabelle, Beg...
2025-11-1033 min
Buffalo Sabres News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Short-Handed Sabres Call-Up Noah Ostlund, Place Jason Zucker on IRThe Buffalo Sabres face a tough challenge in their three-game homestand, with a growing list of injured players, including forwards Josh Norris, Justin Danforth, Tyson Kozak, and Zach Benson, and winger Jason Zucker and center Jiri Kulich being unavailable. Coach Lindy Ruff expresses concern about Kulich's return and Zucker's worsening condition, placing Zucker on injured reserve and recalling center Noah Ostlund. Ostlund, who previously played for the Sabres and has been performing well with the Amerks, might step into Kulich's spot on the third line. Despite Tyson Kozak's return to practice, he won't play in Tuesday's game, but his return...
2025-11-0401 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 58: The Less Critical DecadeIf the 30's were Burgundy's Critical Decade, the 40's were...less critical. But that's not to say that nothing happened, over the course of the 40's Philip the Good and his government continued to work on centralizing the Burgundian State and bringing it's component pieces into alignment.Time Period Covered: 1438-1450Notable People: Philip the Good, Nicolas Rolin, Hugh de Lannoy, William de Lalaing, Jean de Lannoy, Frank van Borselen, Reinoud van Brederode, Goeswijn de Wilde, Bengaert SayNotable Events/Developments: Creation of the Rekenkamer in Holland, Reform of the Burgundian Council, Rise of...
2025-10-1334 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 57: The End of the WarAnd 116 years later, the Hundred Years War comes to an End.Time Period Covered: 1448-1453Notable People: Charles VII of France, Henry VI of England, John of Orleans Count of Dunois, Arthur de Richemont Constable of France, John Talbot Earl of Shrewsbury, Edmund Beaufort Duke of SomersetNotable Events/Developments: Seizure of Fougeres, Breakdown of the Truce of Tours, Norman Campaign (1449-1450), Battle of Formigny, Gascon Campaign (1450-1451), Battle of Castillon
2025-09-1536 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 56: Truce or DareBelieve it or not, the Hundred Years War is still going on, but now it's become a bit on-again-off-again. The Truce of Tours, agreed to in 1444, gave both sides the chance to take a breath and prepare for the future, whatever that might hold.Time Period Covered: 1440-1448Notable People: Charles VII of France, Henry VI of England, Philip the Good, Isabella of Portugal, Louis XI of France, Antoine de Chabannes, Thibaud de Neuchatel, Alienor de PoitiersNotable Events/Developments: Truce of Tours, French Military reforms of the 1440s, Handover of Maine
2025-08-1838 min
Gabfocus Self Storage PodcastLegal Landmines: ADA, Arbitration, & Antitrust in Self Storage - Legal Chat Episode 6 with Carlos Kaslow and Scott ZuckerAs the self storage industry moves further online, legal risks are evolving fast. In this Legal Chat episode, Carlos Kaslow and Scott Zucker break down the biggest legal challenges operators face today—and how to prepare for them. Key topics include: Website accessibility & ADA lawsuits Deceptive Trade Practices and Drip Pricing Mandatory arbitration vs. class action exposure Disclosing fees and exclusions online Online contracts (click-wrap, scroll-wrap) and enforceability Oregon's wage theft law and its impact on construction projects Revenue management & antitrust concerns—especially around RealPage Why transparency, documentation, and education are your best legal defenses Carl...
2025-08-1542 min
Movie Joust!Naked Gun vs. Happy Gilmore 2 | Which is the better summer comedy?It’s slapstick vs. sports! In this week’s episode of Movie Joust, we pit the absurd brilliance of The Naked Gun against the unlikely sequel Happy Gilmore 2.nIs classic Zucker-style absurdity still king? Or does Adam Sandler’s return to the green bring the bigger laughs in 2025?
2025-08-0137 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 55: Spheres of InfluenceIn the mid-1440s, Frederick III the King of Germany and Duke Philip the Good entered into negotiations over the prospect of giving the Duke a crown. While Frederick pictured simply elevating one of Philip's territories from Duchy to Kingdom, the Duke of Burgundy was more ambitious and attempted to resurrect the old Frankish Kingdom of Lotharingia.Time Period Covered: 1440-1457Notable People: Philip the Good, Frederick III, Duke Adolph IV of Cleves, Duke John I of Cleves, Adolph of Cleves Lord of Ravenstein, Count Freidrich IV of Mors, Dietrich of Mors Archbishop of Cologne, Ar...
2025-07-2135 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 54: Whose Duchy is it Anyway?After adding the Duchies of Brabant and Limburg and the Counties of Hainault, Holland, Zeeland, and Namur to his domains, Philip the Good set his sights on the Duchy of Luxembourg. But the Duke of Burgundy wasn't the only with designs on the Duchy.Time Period Covered: 1436-1443Notable People: Philip the Good, Elizabeth of Gorlitz, Ladislaus the Posthumous, William III of Saxony, Rupert of Virneburg, Ernst of Gliechen, Frederick III, Jacob von Sierck, John of Nevers, Cornille of Burgundy, Anthony of BurgundyNotable Events/Developments: Burgundian Acquisition of Luxembourg
2025-06-2335 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundySupplemental 12: Grand Dukes of the Center Part 4 - The House of Habsburg Part 2: AEIOUAfter the Kingships of Rudolf and Albert, the Habsburg's fortunes on the Imperial Stage diminished, but the family was still one of the leading Houses in the Holy Roman Empire, and their story is far from over.Time Period Covered: 1290-1440Notable People: Albert II of Habsburg, Rudolf IV of Habsburg, Leopold III of Habsburg, Frederick of the Empty Pockets, Ernst the Iron, Albert V of Habsburg, Frederick IIINotable Events/Developments: Birth of the Old Swiss Confederacy, Battle of Mortgarten, Battle of Sempach, Habsburg Acquisition of Carinthia and Carniola, Habsburg Acquisition of Ty...
2025-05-2631 min
The Business Casual ShowMaking Our Guests Take The SATs ft. Stef Dag and Josh Gondelman (Live From Moontower Comedy Festival)LIVE FROM AUSTIN, TX!
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2025-05-1451 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundySupplemental 11: Grand Dukes of the Center Part 3 - The House of Habsburg Part 1: From Hawk Castle to ViennaWhen the Electors of the Holy Roman Empire chose Rudolf of Habsburg to be the new King of Germany, they were hoping that he'd be someone they could control. But Rudolf, despite being a minor Count from Swabia, would prove to be nobody's puppet, and over the course of his reign he transformed the fortunes of his family, and the Empire as a whole.Time Period Covered: 1250-1330Notable People: Rudolf I of Germany, Albert I of Germany, Ottokar II of Bohemia, Frederick the Fair, Ludwig the BavarianNotable Events/Developments: Great Interregnum of...
2025-04-2831 min
Gabfocus Self Storage PodcastBankruptcy, Military Tenants, Search and Seizure - Legal Chat with Carlos Kaslow and Scott ZuckerIn this quarterly Legal Chat, self storage attorneys Scott Zucker and Carlos Kaslow tackle the toughest legal challenges operators face in 2025. From military tenants and bankruptcy stays to lean sale objections and law enforcement searches, this conversation dives deep into the real-world scenarios that take storage owners out of the office and into the courtroom. Whether you're a new facility owner or a seasoned operator, this episode will give you clear legal context and practical strategies to protect your business. Topics Covered: When storage owners are forced to go to court Navigating military tenant...
2025-04-2435 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundySupplemental 10: The Hanseatic LeagueThe Hanseatic League was a major player in Northern Europe for centuries, it dominated trade in the North and Baltic Seas, fought wars with rival powers, and dictated terms to princes. But the League was not a state, proto-state, or quasi-state, it was a collection of Merchants, Guilds, and Towns.Time Period Covered: 1143-1441Notable Events/Developments: Founding of Lubeck, Formation of the Hanseatic League, Hanseatic Boycotts of Bruges (1280-1282, 1358-1360, 1388-1391), Danish-Hanseatic War, The Confederation of Cologne, Dutch-Hanseatic War
2025-03-3146 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 53: Bourbon on the RocksThroughout the later 1430s, Charles I Duke of Bourbon found his influence at the court of Charles VII falling day after day. Bourbon was not content to take his sidelining laying down, and so he began to plot, and when that failed he plotted again, and when that failed...Time Period Covered: 1435-1442Notable People: Charles VII of France, Charles of Anjou Count of Maine, Charles I Duke of Bourbon, John Bastard of Orleans Count of Dunois, John II Duke of Alencon, Louis XI of France, Jean Louvet, Arthur de Richemont Constable of France...
2025-03-0332 min
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2025-02-041h 11Grand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 52: Friends and FoesWhen Philip the Good signed the Treaty of Arras, he hoped that he would be able to put all the years of war and strife behind him. However, the ill will built up over the years of Anglo-Burgundian alliance would be hard to surmount and the Duke of Burgundy is now on the lookout for allies at the French Court.
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2025-02-0343 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 51: A Terrible WednesdayAs Philip the Good retreated from Calais, he found himself going out of the frying pan and into the fire. The militias of Flanders had mutineed and the county was on the brink of rebellion.
Time Period Covered: 1432-1438
Notable People: Philip the Good, Isabella of Portugal Duchess of Burgundy, Roland d'Uutkercke, Jan Van Hoorn, Simon de Lalaing, Colard de Commines, Raase Rouven
Notable Events/Developments: Revolt of Ghent (1432), Rebellion of Cassel (1430), Failure of the Siege of Calais (1436), Rebellion of Bruges (1436-1438), Terrible Wednesday of Pentecost
2025-01-0649 min
Gabfocus Self Storage PodcastLegal Chat Episode 4 with Carlos Kaslow and Scott ZuckerWelcome to Episode 4 of Legal Chat. This virtual "Power Hour" covers a variety of topics and questions sent in from self storage owners and operators around the country. Today it's all about costs, data protection, and un-signed leases. Is it okay to pass along costs to your tenants? How long should you hold on to your tenants information once they vacate their unit? What if your tenants refuse to sign a new or updated lease? Carlos and Scott tackle these topics on this quarter's episode. You can watch this episode over on the YouTube channel- Watch Episode 4 o...
2024-12-2634 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 50: ReorientationAs soon as the ink was dry on the Treaty of Arras, the military situation in France was turned on it's head. The English position is now in free fall, and as they struggle to regain control, their former allies the Burgundians are only adding to their troubles.
Time Period Covered: 1435-1437
Notable People: Philip the Good, Jean de Villiers Lord of l'Isle-Adam, John of Luxembourg, Charles VII of France
Notable Events/Developments: Burgundian Volte-Face, Charles VII gains Paris (1436), Burgundian Siege of Calais (1436)
2024-12-0939 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 49: The Congress of ArrasIn mid-1435 delegates from England, France, and Burgundy converged on Arras to discuss ending the Hundred Years War.
Time Period Covered: 1435
Notable People: Philip the Good, Cardinal Niccolo Albergati, Charles I Duke of Bourbon, Cardinal Hugh de Lusignan, Cardinal Henry Beaufort
Notable Events/Developments: The Congress of Arras, The Treaty of Arras, Death of John Duke of Bedford
2024-11-2539 min
Hockey Cards GongshowAfter A Failed $3.72M Sale...The Sealed 1979 OPC Case Goes Back To The Auction Block, We Recap Our Amazing Expo Week, Confessions of a Card Dealer: Chapter 7, More Expo Conversations, Fanatics Weekly Hockey Preview & Our Expo Personal PickupsSend us a textOur Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/HockeyCardsGongshowOn this episode of the Hockey Cards Gongshow podcast we start by recapping our amazing week in hockey card heaven at the Fall Toronto Sport Card Expo (8:37). Next, it's Chapter 7 of Confessions of a Card Dealer (56:03). In hobby news, after a failed $3.72M sale, the only known sealed case of 1979 O-Pee-Chee Hockey goes back on the auction block, plus a hobby news roundup from Phil (1:26:12). We had the great opportunity to talk with a number of key hobby personas at the Slab Sharks Stu...
2024-11-143h 35Grand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 48: The Road to ArrasPhilip the Good is tired of the Hundred Years War. He's tired of the destruction, he's tired of the death, and he's tired of his ally's inability to defend his lands. But the Duke of Burgundy finds himself trapped by an oath not to make a separate peace with the increasingly powerful French Court of Charles VII.
Time Period Covered: 1431-1435
Notable People: Philip the Good, Charles VII of France, Cardinal Niccolo Albergati, Arthur de Richemont, Yolande of Anjou, Charles of Anjou Count of Maine, Charles I Duke of Bourbon
Notable Events/Developments: Pea...
2024-11-1133 min
Gabfocus Self Storage PodcastLegal Chat Episode 3 with Carlos Kaslow and Scott ZuckerWelcome to Episode 3 of Legal Chat. This virtual "Power Hour" covers a variety of topics and questions sent in from self storage owners and operators around the country. Today it's all about disasters. With the recent hurricanes hitting the southeast, it's important to understand the legal challenges. Here are a few of the topics covered: Tenant Communication During and After Disaster Allowing Access After a Disaster Handling Tenants' Property During Clean-Up What if you don't have flood coverage? Remedies for Tenants Who Won't Vacate Ability to Create a Contract Without a Signature Using Units for Non-Storage Needs ...
2024-11-0736 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 47: Allies and EnemiesIn the years after the capture of Joan of Arc, the French continued their resurgence while the English struggled to hold on to what they had. As the tables began to turn, the Duke of Burgundy began to worry that he had chosen the wrong side in the Hundred Years War.
Time Period Covered: 1430-1434
Notable People: Philip the Good, Charles VII of France, Henry VI of England, John Duke of Bedford, Arnaud-Guilhem de Barbazan, Antoine de Toulongeon, Charles I Duke of Bourbon
Notable Events/Developments: French Coronation of Henry VI, Deterioration of Ang...
2024-10-2836 min
Gabfocus Self Storage Podcast2024 Storage Legal Update with Scott ZuckerAre you tired of hearing "Well, I'm not an attorney, but..."? Worry no more- we have one of the best self storage attorneys in the country joining the webinar today. Scott Zucker has decades of experience in the industry. Today, he updates us on the top changes in 2024, laws from other industries that are impacting self storage, and what's coming in 2025. From pricing strategies, to evictions, to non-monetary defaults, we cover a wide range of legal best practices. Plus, several questions for our amazing audience. This is a re-broadcast of the 10/17 webinar. Guest: Scott Zucker...
2024-10-191h 12Grand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 46: Imperial MachinationsAs Philip the Good expanded his reach into the Holy Roman Empire, some Imperial Princes greeted him as a new ally, but others saw Burgundian expansion as a threat. Sigismund of Luxembourg, the Holy Roman Emperor, fell into the latter category, and throughout his long career he was a determined, if mostly ineffective opponent of Burgundy.
Time Period Covered: 1421-1437
Notable People: Philip the Good, Emperor Sigismund of Luxembourg, Rene of Anjou, Antoine de Vaudemont, Louis de Chalon Prince of Orange, Jean de Neufchatel, Arnold of Egmond Duke of Guelders, Adolph I of Cleves, Frederick of...
2024-10-1434 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 45: Bickering Bishops and Papal PoliticsPhilip the Good was a prince of a European stature, and as such he interacted with the Church in a number of ways and on a number of levels. The Duke of Burgundy did his best to control the Church in his lands, influence the Bishoprics which neighbored his territories, and make his voice heard in Rome and in the emerging Council of Basel.
Time Period Covered: 1428-1440
Notable People: Philip the Good, Pope Martin V, Pope Eugenius IV, John of Heinsberg, Rudolf von Diepholz, Guillaume Fillastre
Notable Events/Developments: Utrecht Schism, Dinant-Bouvignes Con...
2024-09-3043 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 44: All That Glitters1430 was a banner year for Burgundian magnificence. Philip the Good's marriage to Isabella of Portugal and his founding of the Order of the Golden Fleece demonstrated the wealth, influence, and power of Burgundy.
Time Period Covered: 1430
Notable People: Philip the Good, Isabella of Portugal, John of Luxembourg, Hugh de Lannoy, Antoine de Croy, Jan van Eyck
Notable Events/Developments: Marriage of Philip the Good and Isabella of Portugal, Founding of the Order of the Golden Fleece
2024-09-1636 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 43: The Burgundian UnionThe late 1420s and early 1430s saw the rapid expansion of the Burgundian State. In this episode we'll trace the course of that expansion and explore just how the Duke of Burgundy was able to unite these disparate territories.
Time Period Covered: 1430-1433
Notable People: Philip the Good, Jacqueline of Bavaria, Frank van Borselen, Philip of Saint-Pol
Notable Events/Developments: The Treaty of Delft, Mortgage of Holland and Zeeland to the Borselen, Marriage of Jacqueline of Bavaria and Frank van Borselen, Death of Philip of Saint-Pol, Burgundian acquisition of Namur
2024-09-0244 minHockey Cards GongshowThese Are The Biggest Threats Facing The Hobby, Making a Hockey Movie w/ Jeffrey M. Zucker From The Late Game, 2023-24 SPx Instant Reactions, The National Sets Records, Dustin Wolf Geta a New Deal, Fanatics Collect Weekly Hockey Preview & Personal PickupsSend us a textOn this episode of the Hockey Cards Gongshow podcast we start by addressing what we feel are the biggest threats to the hockey hobby, including a lot of listener feedback on this important issue (09:44). Next, in hobby news, The National sets records, and Dustin Wolf gets a new deal...is he the goalie of the future (1:09:00)? Jeffrey M. Zucker joined the show to talk about making the hockey comedy The Late Game and how he's tied in the hockey hobby to promote his movie (1:16:11). 2023-24 SPx is out and we have our instant rea...
2024-08-082h 56Grand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundySupplemental 9: Joan of Arc Part 4 - The MythJoan of Arc is gone, but she certainly is not forgotten. In this episode we'll explore the legend of Joan of Arc as well as the legacy of the Maid.
2024-08-0519 min
Gabfocus Self Storage PodcastLegal Chat Episode 2 with Carlos Kaslow and Scott ZuckerWelcome to Episode 2 of Legal Chat. This virtual "Power Hour" covers a variety of topics and questions sent in from self storage owners and operators around the country. Today we cover the recently passed legislation regarding non-monetary defaults, the ability to enforce unsigned leases, properly disclosing fees, force-placing tenant insurance, laws against junk fees, legal tips for taking over a troubled facility, and much more. You can watch this episode over on their YouTube channel- Legal Chat Episode 2 Make sure to subscribe to watch future episodes. Hosts: Carlos Kaslow & Scott Zucker with the Self St...
2024-07-2546 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 42: Joan of Arc Part 3 - The MartyrJoan of Arc's run of uninterrupted successes stalled before the walls of Paris in September 1429. Now there were those in the Court of Charles VII who wanted to sideline the Maid, but Joan was determined to continue the fight.
Time Period Covered: 1429-1431
Notable People: Joan of Arc, Charles VII, Georges de la Tremoille, Pierre Cauchon Bishop of Beauvais, John of Luxembourg, Philip the Good
Notable Events/Developments: The Siege of La Charite (1429), The Siege of Compiegne, The Inquisition of Joan of Arc
2024-07-2246 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 41: Joan of Arc Part 2 - The MilitantJoan of Arc had arrived at the Dauphin's court claiming that she would relieve the Siege of Orleans and lead the prince to Reims to be crowned. After successfully chasing the English away from Orleans, it was time to get Charles VII his crown.
Time Period Covered: 1429
Notable People: Joan of Arc, Charles VII, John II of Alencon, La Hire, Poton de Xaintrailles, Georges de la Tremoille, John Duke of Bedford, The Bastard of Orleans, Arthur de Richemont
Notable Events/Developments: The Loire Campaign, The Battle of Patay, The Coronation of Charles VII, The...
2024-07-0739 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 40: Joan of Arc Part 1 - The MaidThe fortunes of the Dauphin were at a low point, Brittany had capitulated to the English, Maine had been conquered, and now Orleans was under threat. The collapse of Charles' cause seemed imminent, but he would receive a second wind when a peasant girl named Joan arrived at his court claiming to be sent by God.
Time Period Covered: 1429
Notable People: Joan of Arc, Charles VII, Yolande of Aragon, The Bastard of Orleans, La Hire, Poton de Xaintrailles, John II of Alencon, Robert de Baudricourt
Notable Events/Developments: The Battle of the Herrings, Ris...
2024-06-2436 min
The Worst of All Possible Worlds143 - Dennis Prager’s For Goodness Sake (feat. Tall Bart)Tall Bart (@verytallbart) joins the lads for another dip into the Prager Pool as they interrogate the painful sketch comedy and baby-brained moralizing of Dennis Prager’s educational video series: For Goodness Sake. Topics include Prager’s unique rhetorical style, the bafflingly high-profile cast, and how David Zucker, Trey Parker, and Matt Stone had their hand in helping Dennis Prager tell the world about just how much he hates babies.
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2024-06-192h 06
Hospitality Hangout | Expert Strategies & Industry Trends from Hospitality InsidersThe Hospitality Podcast with Josh Halpern, Founder & CEO of Big ChickenIn today’s episode of the Hospitality Hangout, Michael Schatzberg, “The Restaurant Guy”, and Jimmy Frischling, “The Finance Guy”, are joined by 5-time returning guest Josh Halpern, founder and CEO of Big Chicken and Beer Park.Josh narrates how he began his business and how the relationships he has fostered with shareholders like Dr. Shaquille O’Neal has become invaluable. He also delves into what it is like to own a franchise, walks us through the mindset needed to run one, and uncovers the often forgotten demographics businesses must consider serving in pursuit of success. des...
2024-06-1145 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 39: Meanwhile Back in FranceWhile Philip was occupied in Hainault, Holland, and Zeeland the Hundred Years War still raged in France. The steady advance of the English continues while the Dauphinists, consumed by internal conflict, attempt to stem the tide.
Time Period Covered: 1424-1429
Notable People: Arthur de Richemont, Yolande of Aragon, Charles VII, Jean Louvet, Tanneguy du Chatel, Georges de la Tremoille, John Duke of Bedford
Notable Events/Developments: Defection of Richemont to the Dauphin, Fall of Jean Louvet, Rise of Georges de la Tremoille, The Siege of Orleans
2024-06-1037 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 38: The Battle for HollandPhilip the Good and his cousin Jacqueline of Bavaria are locked in a struggle for the Counties of Holland and Zeeland. But this conflict between cousins is only one part of the partisan clash between the Hook and Cod Factions which has been going on for decades. Now the dynastic and factional strife has combined and a brutal civil war is being fought for the Counties.
Time Period Covered: 1425-1428
Notable People: Philip the Good, Jaqueline of Bavaria, Humphrey Duke of Gloucester, Walter Lord Fitzwalter
Notable Events/Developments: Jacqueline's flight to Holland, Hook and...
2024-05-2739 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 37: Matrimonial Mayhem and Havoc in HainautJacqueline of Bavaria is back in the Low Countries with a new husband. While Philip the Good, John IV of Brabant, and John the Pitiless are all arrayed against her, the Countess of Hainaut-Holland-Zeeland is going to fight for her Counties and now she has the English backing her up...right?
Time Period Covered: 1421-1425
Notable People: Philip the Good, Jaqueline of Bavaria, Humphrey Duke of Gloucester, John IV of Brabant, Philip of Saint-Pol, John Duke of Bedford, John the Pitiless
Notable Events/Developments: Marriage of Jacqueline of Bavaria and Humphrey of Gloucester, Dea...
2024-04-2934 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 36: Bedford, Bourges, and BeyondThe King is dead, long live the King...whoever that might be. After the deaths of Henry V of England and Charles VI of France, the Duke of Bedford took the lead in continuing the Lancastrian conquest of France. Bedford's opponent, Charles VII, led a rump state in the south, known derisively as the Kingdom of Bourges. Philip the Good remained with the English after the death of Henry V, but his commitment to the cause was flagging, something noticed by both Bedford and Bourges.
Time Period Covered: 1422-1424
Notable People: Philip the Good, John Du...
2024-04-1535 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 35: DisinheritedWith the Treaty of Troyes, the English and Burgundians have come together to defeat the Dauphinists. But that's easier said than done, once the actual work of war and conquest began, difficulties popped up almost immediately.
Time Period Covered: 1421-1422
Notable People: Philip the Good, Henry V of England, Charles VI of France, Charles VII of France, Jacques d'Harcourt, Tanneguy du Chatel, John Stewart Earl of Buchan, Richard Beauchamp Earl of Warwick
Notable Events/Developments: Creation of the Army of Scotland, Battle of Bauge, Rebellion of Jacques d'Harcourt, Battle of Mons-en-Vimeu, Fall of La...
2024-04-0138 min
Gabfocus Self Storage PodcastLegal Chat Episode 1 with Carlos Kaslow and Scott ZuckerWelcome to Episode 1 of Legal Chat. This is the podcast version of the virtual "Power Hour" featuring Carlos Kaslow and Scott Zucker which covers a variety of topics and questions sent in from self storage owners and operators around the country. Today we get to know Carlos Kaslow's origin story before the guys dive in to the legal topics facing the self storage industry. They cover updating leases with electronic signatures, tenants attempts to stop auctions, potential rent control bills, and some very important non-monetary default legislation. Start at 6:20 if you want to skip to the Legal...
2024-03-2838 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 34: The Treaty of TroyesIn the wake of the assassination of John the Fearless, the Burgundians came to the conclusion that no peace could be made with the Dauphin. Instead the Duke of Burgundy and his followers decided to throw their lot in with the English and sign the controversial Treaty of Troyes.
Time Period Covered: 1419-1420
Notable People: Philip the Good, Henry V of England, Queen Isabeau, Charles VI of France
2024-03-1835 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 33: The Next Generation Season 2Between 1415 and 1419, the third generation of Burgundians came to power in the Low Countries. In this episode we'll explore the early careers of the grandchildren of Philip the Bold: Philip the Good, Jacqueline of Bavaria, John IV of Brabant, and Philip of Saint-Pol.
Time Period Covered: 1415-1421
Notable People: Philip the Good, Jacqueline of Bavaria, John IV of Brabant, John the Pitiless, Philip of Saint-Pol, Bonne of Artois
Notable Events/Developments: Hook and Cod Wars, Conflict between John the Pitiless and Jacqueline of Bavaria, Marriage of John IV of Brabant and Jacqueline of Bav...
2024-03-0436 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundySupplemental 8: Hooks and CodsThroughout the later Middle Ages, the County of Holland was consumed by partisan fighting. These factions, the Hooks and Cods, arose from a power struggle between Margaret of Avesnes and her son William I of Bavaria. The fight between mother and son would only last a few years, but the factional strife would continue for over a century.
Time Period Covered: 1299 - 1417
Notable People: John II of Avesnes, William II of Avesnes, Margaret of Avesnes, William I of Bavaria, Jan Van Arkel Bishop of Utrecht, Albert of Bavaria, William II of Bavaria, Jan V Van A...
2024-02-1924 min
The Worst of All Possible Worlds125 - Airplane! (feat. Bernie Wagenblast)The voice of the NYC Subway Bernie Wagenblast (Cranford Radio, ITE Talks Transportation) and the lads conquer their drinking problems and call each other Shirley as they cover the Zucker/Abrahams/Zucker comedy blockbuster Airplane!. Topics include the film’s incredible joke variety, the brilliance of Leslie Nielsen, and what it means to like gladiator movies and have seen a grown man naked in the year of our LORD 2024.
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2024-02-141h 52Grand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundySupplemental 7: Grand Dukes of the Center Part 2 - The House of WittelsbachIn the later middle ages, the House of Wittelsbach, rulers of Bavaria and the Palatinate, competed with the Houses of Luxembourg and Habsburg for land, power, and the Imperial Throne.
Time Period Covered: 1273 - 1410
Notable People: Ludwig IV the Bavarian, Rupert of the Palatinate, Rudolph I of Bavaria, Frederick the Fair, Pope John XXII, Pope Clement VI, Wenceslaus IV of Bohemia, Emperor Charles IV
2024-02-0532 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundySupplemental 6: The Rapondi Company and Ducal FinanceThe Rapondi were Philip the Bold and John the Fearless' favorite bankers. They funded everything from the day-to-day operations of the Burgundian Court to the Nicopolis Crusade to John's armies in the Civil War.
For more on the Rapondi Company check out Bart Lambert's Book The City, The Duke, and Their Banker.
2024-01-2231 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundySupplemental 5: Christine de Pizan and the Body PoliticChristine de Pizan was the favorite court writer of many of the most important Lords and Ladies of France in the early 1400s. She started her career writing Love Poetry before expanding to writing treatises on Politics, History, Gender, and Theology. In this episode I'll trace her political thought as the Armagnac-Burgundian civil war rages by focusing on three of her writings: The Book of the Body Politic, The Lament on the Evils of Civil War, and The Book of Peace.
Check out this episode's page on granddukesofthewest.com for a list of my...
2024-01-0833 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundySupplemental 4: The Civil War of Words - Burgundian Propaganda and SymbolismI've been saying for a while that the Burgundians used propaganda and public relations much more effectively than their opponents. In this episode I'll explore how they did that and what it meant.
For more on Burgundian Propaganda check out the work of Dr. Emily J. Hutchison.
Time Period Covered: 1401-1419
2023-12-1129 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 32: The Bridge of MontereauAfter years of Civil War John the Fearless and Dauphin Charles met on a bridge over the Yonne River to make peace...
Time Period Covered: 1418-1419
Notable People: John the Fearless, Charles VII of France, Henry V of England, Tanneguy du Chastel, Lady of Giac, Queen Isabeau, Jean Louvet, Nicolas Rolin
Notable Events/Developments: English Conquest of Rouen, Treaty of Pouilly-le-Fort, Assassination of John the Fearless
2023-11-1438 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 31: The ManifestoThe Armagnac-Burgundian Civil War is at a fever pitch yet again. John the Fearless has launched a major expedition into the Ile de France while the Count of Armagnac struggles to maintain Armagnac control of Paris. Meanwhile, King Henry V of England has taken advantage of the chaos in France and launched another invasion of Normandy.
Time Period Covered: 1417-1418
Notable People: John the Fearless, Bernard VII Count of Armagnac, Charles VII of France, Henry V of England, Tanneguy du Chastel, Queen Isabeau
Notable Events/Developments: Armagnac-Burgundian Civil War, Burgundian Seizure of Paris, Joh...
2023-10-3035 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 30: Picking Up the PiecesThe Battle of Agincourt and death of Dauphin Louis upended many of the political arrangements of the past few years. The conflict between the Armagnacs and Burgundians continues, now without Louis of Guyenne to keep them in check. All the while the kings of England and Germany conspire to make their own advances at France's expense.
Time Period Covered: 1416-1417
Notable People: John the Fearless, Sigismund of Luxembourg, Bernard VII Count of Armagnac, William of Bavaria Count of Hainault-Holland-Zeeland, John of Touraine, Henry V of England
Notable Events/Developments: The Council of Constance, Dea...
2023-10-1635 min
Gabfocus Self Storage PodcastAttorney, Author, & Self Storage Guru: Scott ZuckerWe're excited to welcome Scott Zucker, one of the best self storage attorneys, to the podcast. You may be familiar with Scott's work as his expertise has played a role in many leases and laws throughout the storage world. But you may not be as familiar with him as an author or baseball fan. Today, we cover all three as we hear some incredible storage stories, get Scott's take on his most asked questions (hint... it involves dead people), and hear about his start both in self storage and as an author. Featured Guest: Scott Zucker
2023-10-0545 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 29: AgincourtAfter years of rising tension between England and France, the ambitious new English King Henry V decided that an expedition to Normandy was the panacea for his domestic troubles. Meanwhile in France, the squabbles between Dauphin, the Armagnacs, and the Burgundians hamstrung efforts for a united defense of the kingdom.
Time Period Covered: 1415
Notable People: John the Fearless, Louis of Guyenne, Henry V of England, John Duke of Berry, Anthony of Burgundy Duke of Brabant, Philip of Burgundy Count of Nevers, Charles Duke of Orleans, Charles d'Albret Constable of France, Marshall Boucicaut, Bernard VII of Ar...
2023-10-0234 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 28: On the Outside Looking InAfter the fall of the Cabochiens, John the Fearless fled Paris and left the city wide open for the Armagnacs to return. Now at the helm of government, the Armagnacs work to use France's resources to settle their scores with the Duke of Burgundy.
Time Period Covered: 1413-1415
Notable People: John the Fearless, Louis of Guyenne, John Duke of Berry, Anthony of Burgundy Duke of Brabant, Margaret of Burgundy Countess of Hainault-Holland-Zeeland, Philip the Good, Louis de Chalon Count of Tonnerre
Notable Events/Developments: Armagnac Campaign into Picardy and Artois, Treaty of Arras (1414)
2023-09-0435 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 27: Reform and RevolutionJohn the Fearless continues to be dominant in Paris, but with the Peace of Auxerre coming into effect, the Armagnacs are attempting to share in the Government of France once more. To ensure his power, John the Fearless courts the radicals of Paris and the Estates General, but soon the radicals develop a mind of their own and a medieval French Revolution might be in the making.
Time Period Covered: 1413
Notable People: John the Fearless, Louis of Guyenne, John Duke of Berry, Waleran of Luxembourg Count of Saint-Pol, Jean de Troyes, Simon Caboche, Pierre Des Es...
2023-08-2143 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 26: Armagnacs and BurgundiansAfter the first showdown with the League of Gien, John the Fearless managed to maintain his grip on power. But the Armagnacs are regrouping and the war is about to escalate as both parties court support from the King of England.
Time Period Covered: 1410 - 1412
Notable People: John the Fearless, John Duke of Berry, Charles Duke of Orleans, John V Duke of Brittany, Charles d'Albret Constable of France, Bernard VII Count of Armagnac, Louis II Duke of Anjou, Charles III King of Navarre, Queen Isabeau, Waleran of Luxembourg Count of Saint-Pol, Henry IV of England, He...
2023-08-0744 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 25: The League of GienWhen John the Fearless left Paris for Liege in 1408, his position was shaky, but his return as a conquering hero quickly established his dominance over the capital. However, his enemies and rivals are beginning to unify, and the League of Gien poses a significant threat to his continued mastery of France.
Time Period Covered: 1408 - 1410
Notable People: John the Fearless, John Duke of Berry, Queen Isabeau, Valentina Visconti, Charles Duke of Orleans, John V Duke of Brittany, Louis II Duke of Anjou, Jean de Montagu, Charles d'Albret Constable of France, Bernard VII Count of Armagnac, Ch...
2023-07-2428 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 24: The Fearless and the PitilessJohn the Fearless controls Paris, but his brother-in-law John of Bavaria is in the process of losing control of his territory, the Prince-Bishopric of Liege. To save John of Bavaria's skin, John the Fearless will team up with his other brother-in-law William of Bavaria and leave France to his domestic enemies in order to secure Burgundian influence over the Low Countries.
Time Period Covered: 1408
Notable People: John the Fearless, Anthony of Burgundy Duke of Brabant, John of Bavaria Prince-Bishop-Elect of Liege, William of Bavaria Count of Hainaut-Holland-Zeeland, William Count of Namur, Henry of Horne Lord of...
2023-07-1026 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 23: Le Morte d'OrleansThe Duke of Orleans is dominant in Paris and he takes every opportunity to exclude his cousin John the Fearless from power. Seeing every opportunity vanish before his eyes, the Duke of Burgundy decides to take drastic steps and arranges for Louis of Orleans to be assassinated. But once the breach has been opened, can it ever be mended?
Time Period Covered: 1406 - 1408
Notable People: John the Fearless, Louis Duke of Orleans, John Duke of Berry, Queen Isabeau, Valentina Visconti, John V Duke of Brittany, Louis II Duke of Anjou, Jean de Montagu, Jean Petit...
2023-06-2636 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 22: A Cousins' QuarrelAfter Philip the Bold's death, Louis of Orleans took no time establishing his dominance in Paris. But Philip's son John wasn't willing to cede the Burgundian position. Shortly after coming into his inheritance he headed to Paris in order to claw back a share of power.
Time Period Covered: 1404 - 1406
Notable People: John the Fearless, Louis Duke of Orleans, John Duke of Berry, Queen Isabeau, Dauphin Louis of Guyenne, Anthony of Burgundy Duke of Brabant
Notable Events/Developments: The Kidnapping of the Dauphin, Orleanist Dominance in Paris, Alliance between the Queen and Duke of...
2023-05-2929 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 21: The Next GenerationPhilip the Bold is dead and now a new generation steps into the spotlight. His sons have taken over the vast Burgundian complex of territories while Louis of Orleans works to expunge the vestiges of Burgundian influence from Paris. Today we'll focus on how John and his brothers consolidated power in the Low Countries and Burgundy.
Time Period Covered: 1404 - 1408
Notable People: John the Fearless, Anthony of Burgundy Duke of Brabant, Philip of Burgundy Count of Nevers, William of Bavaria Count of Hainaut-Holland-Zeeland, Margaret of Flanders, Margaret of Bavaria, Louis de Chalon Count of Tonnerre...
2023-05-1532 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 20: Uncle and NephewLouis of Orleans grows more powerful by the day. The Duke of Burgundy had been out of Paris in mid-1401 dealing with affairs in his own territories, and in that time Orleans had taken control of the capital. In order to reestablish his hold on the French Government, Philip the Bold now has to turn to arms. The rivalry between Uncle and Nephew is consuming not only Paris, but France and its neighbors as well.
Time Period Covered: 1401 - 1404
Notable People: Philip the Bold, Louis Duke of Orleans, King Charles VI, Queen Isabeau of Bavaria, Jo...
2023-05-0145 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 19: To the BrinkIn 1396 Philip the Bold was the most powerful man in France, but his nephew Louis Duke of Orleans was coming for his position. The turn of the 15th century saw a number of political upheavals in Europe and Louis hoped that the new political landscape would favor him over his uncle. While over the past few years Philip's dominance was unchallenged, the Duke of Orleans was maturing and his ambitions were growing to match.
Time Period Covered: 1396 - 1401
Notable People: Philip the Bold, Louis Duke of Orleans, King Charles VI, Queen Isabeau of Bavaria, John Du...
2023-04-1730 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundySupplemental 3: Grand Dukes of the Center Part 1 - The House of LuxembourgOver the course of the 14th Century the lords of a small county on the border between France and the Holy Roman Empire became the Kings of Bohemia, Hungary, and Germany and the lords of dozens of smaller principalities. The House of Luxembourg began its rise when the Count of Luxembourg was put forward as a compromise candidate for Holy Roman Emperor, and from there they became one of the most important houses in Central Europe. In this miniseries we'll explore three of these powerful and influential houses: The House of Luxembourg, the Wittelsbach House of Bavaria, and the...
2023-04-0328 min
Rocket MotivationSurviving 9/11 with Josh Zucker In this week's episode, we learn the story of Josh Zucker. Josh was in the 2nd tower of the World Trade Center on 9/11 when the 2nd plane hit. He was only 20 floors below. His story is fascinating strictly in a factual context. He goes further and relates how that day changed his life and what it means to be a survivor. Key Takeaways Surviving a horrible event makes you stronger. Use what you learn and adopt the attitude you can get through anything. Look to make a difference in you...
2023-03-2229 minRocket MotivationSurviving 9/11 with Josh Zucker In this week's episode, we learn the story of Josh Zucker. Josh was in the 2nd tower of the World Trade Center on 9/11 when the 2nd plane hit. He was only 20 floors below. His story is fascinating strictly in a factual context. He goes further and relates how that day changed his life and what it means to be a survivor. Key Takeaways Surviving a horrible event makes you stronger. Use what you learn and adopt the attitude you can get through anything. Look to make a difference in you...
2023-03-2229 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 18: The Nicopolis Crusade Part 3 - The Last CrusadeThe Crusaders have reached Nicopolis! But as the Crusaders settle in and prepare for a siege the Ottoman army led by Sultan Bayezid the Thunderbolt is making it's way north.
Time Period Covered: 1396-1398
Notable People: John the Fearless, Sigismund of Luxembourg, Mircea the Elder, Bayezid the Thunderbolt, Engeurrand de Coucy, Philip of Artois Count of Eu, Jean Le Maingre/Boucicaut, Stefan Lazarevic, Philip the Bold, Dino Rapondi
Thank you to Bry from Pontifacts and Ben from Wittenberg to Westphalia for reading the quotes for this episode.
Cover Art by Brandon Wi...
2023-03-2034 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 17: The Nicopolis Crusade Part 2 - A Holy MissionIn 1396, Count John of Nevers, son of Duke Philip the Bold of Burgundy, led a Crusade against the Ottoman Empire. In this second part of three on the Crusade of Nicopolis we will explore the legacy of the Crusades in Late Medieval Europe and begin our march towards Nicopolis.
Time Period Covered: ~1300 - 1396
Notable People: John the Fearless, Philip the Bold, Philippe de Mezieres, King Charles VI of France, King Richard II of England, John of Gaunt, Louis of Orleans, Sigismund of Luxembourg, Mircea the Elder, Bayezid the Thunderbolt
Notable Events/Developments: Fall o...
2023-03-0625 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 16: The Nicopolis Crusade Part 1 - Hungary and the OttomansIn 1396, Count John of Nevers, son of Duke Philip the Bold of Burgundy, led a Crusade against the Ottoman Empire. In this first part of three on the Crusade of Nicopolis we will explore the two other major players in this crusade. The Kingdom of Hungary which initiated the call, and the Ottoman Empire, the target of the Crusade.
Time Period Covered: 1299 - 1395
Notable People: Charles Robert of Hungary, Louis the Great of Hungary, Sigismund of Luxembourg, Mircea the Elder, Osman I, Orhan I, Murad I, Bayezid the Thunderbolt, Lazar of Serbia, Stefan Lazarevic
2023-02-2031 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 15: How the Tables Have TurnedIn 1392 while travelling to Brittany, King Charles VI fell into delusion. In the aftermath of this episode, Philip the Bold took the opportunity to once again seize power in France. The Duke of Burgundy had been shut out of the inner circle for the past four years, but with the King no longer able to truly rule, Philip asserted his own right by force of personality political savvy.
Time Period Covered: 1392 - 1396
Notable People: Philip the Bold, Louis Duke of Orleans, King Charles VI, Queen Isabeau of Bavaria, John Duke of Berry, Waleran of Luxembourg...
2023-02-0629 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundySupplemental 2: Jeanne VS JeanneLast episode we saw Olivier de Clisson and John of Montfort at each other's throats. In this Supplemental Episode we'll explore the conflict that drove the two Breton Nobles apart. What could have been a minor conflict got tangled up with the Hundred Years War and the War of Breton Succession, also known as the War of the Two Jeannes, saw the Duchy of Brittany wracked with violence and chaos for decades.
Time Period Covered: 1341 - 1388
Notable People: John of Montfort, Jeanne of Penthievre, Jeanne of Flanders, Charles of Blois, Jeanne de Clisson, Olivier de...
2023-01-2327 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 14: Monkeying AboutIn 1388 King Charles VI dismissed his uncles and assumed control of the French Royal Government. The next four years saw Philip the Bold no longer controlling the realm, but rather dealing with issues in his own territories and looking to expand. With the Uncles on the outs a new circle came to dominate the French Crown known as the Marmousets.
Time Period Covered: 1388 - 1392
Notable People: Philip the Bold, Olivier de Clisson, John of Montfort Duke of Brittany, Louis Duke of Touraine (later Duke of Orleans), Joan Duchess of Brabant, King Charles VI, John Duke o...
2023-01-0933 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 13: Courtly Love and Courtly LifeThe Court of Philip the Good was known as one of the foremost centers of art patronage in the late middle ages. But Philip the Good did not start from scratch. The Burgundian Court of Dukes Philip the Bold and John the Fearless were centers of art and culture and set the stage for the opulence and grandeur of the later dukes.
Artists/Art Featured: Tres Riches Heurs of John of Berry (The Limbourg Brothers), The Romance of the Rose, The Song of Roland, Jean Gerson, Christine de Pisan (The Book of the City of Ladies, The...
2022-12-1229 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 12: Tour de BourgogneNow that Philip the Bold is firmly in control of the Counties that he inherited from his father-in-law let's take a look at these lands. In this episode we'll explore the Two Burgundies (The Duchy and County of Burgundy), The County of Nevers, the Champagne Lands, and Philip's 'Lands Down There' (Flanders, Artois, and Rethel). We'll also take a look at Brabant and Limburg where the Burgundian influence is steadily growing.
Cover Art by Brandon Wilburn
Music by Zakhar Valaha
2022-11-2827 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 11: Foundations of a StateIn 1386 Philip the Bold Duke of Burgundy, Count of Flanders, Count of Artois, Count of Burgundy, Count of Nevers, and Count of Rethel began the process of reorganizing the administration of his territories and building a Burgundian State. In this episode we will dive into the Burgundian State such that it existed under Philip.
Key Terms: Parlement, Chambre des Comptes, Bailiff, Receiver, Bailiwick, Estates General, Four Members of Flanders, Audience, Avocat, Procureur, Composite Monarchy
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Cover Art by Brandon Wilburn
Music by Zakhar Valaha
2022-10-3137 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 10: I Cannot WaitIn 1384, Philip the Bold inherited five counties from his father-in-law and became the most powerful man in France. His titles and his control of the regency of King Charles VI meant that Philip now had more wealth and influence at his disposal than ever before, and he would wield them both to further improve his position. The rise of Valois Burgundy had now truly begun.
Time Period Covered: 1384 - 1388
Notable People: Philip the Bold, Joan Duchess of Brabant, Albert Count of Hainault-Holland-Zeeland, William Duke of Guelders, King Charles VI, John Duke of Berry, Louis of Male
Notable Events/Developments: Double...
2022-10-1732 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundySupplemental 1: Family FeudIn the late 13th and early 14th centuries, two rival houses dominated the Low Countries. The House of Dampierre ruled Flanders while the House of Avesnes ruled Hainaut and later Holland and Zeeland as well. Unfortunately for all involved these two houses were fierce rivals and entangled in a blood feud. Let's go back to the 13th Century to explore the origins of the Dampierre-Avesnes feud.
As I've been doing more research for this show I've been running into more topics that I want to cover but which are slightly outside the scope of the show. I h...
2022-10-0314 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 9: The Ghent WarIn 1380 the death of King Charles V of France opened up all sort of doors for his younger brothers. Philip the Bold took charge and assumed control of the regency council of the new, young king, Charles VI. Philip's time at the helm of the ship of state would not be all smooth sailing. Revolts popped up all over the kingdom in response to taxes being raised, and Flanders was still being consumed by the conflict between Count Louis of Male and the townsfolk of Ghent. Throughout this period, Philip continued to strengthen his position using the resources of...
2022-09-1934 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 8: Advancing French and Angry FlemingsThe 1370s were a time of recovery for France. The sons of John the Good set to work rebuilding their country and driving out the English. Philip the Bold found himself tasked with retaking a number of castles and harassing English raids. But Philip did not spent those years solely as a soldier. These years see Philip beginning to flex his diplomatic muscles and learning the secrets of state building that will serve him well in the future.
Time Period Covered: 1364-1380
Notable People: Philip the Bold, Charles V, Louis of Male, Bertrand Du Guesclin...
2022-09-0530 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 7: The Burgundian BachelorPhilip the Bold has finally been installed as Duke of Burgundy, but what's next? This episode we're going to catch up with Flanders and see how Philip spent the first few years of his reign. The 1360s saw Philip active both in the French Royal Court and in Burgundy. The past decade had been rough for Philip's new Duchy and when he came to power, it was facing many issues that required his attention. But that's not all, Philip will also have to learn how to deal with the rich and easily perturbed citizens of the towns of Flanders.
2022-08-2231 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 6: Two Philips, Two Charles, and Many Jacques1356 was a year of disaster for the French Crown. The Battle of Poitiers saw King John captured and taken to England, the French army significantly weakened, and central authority collapse. Back in France, John's oldest son the Dauphin Charles was struggling to hold it all together. English raids, peasant revolt, and Norman rebellion all caused headache after headache for the Dauphin while John and his youngest son Philip, now called the Bold for his exploits at Poitiers, had a comfortable English imprisonment. When John and Philip finally made it back to France, the King was determined to give Philip...
2022-08-0827 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 5: The Hundred Years WarThe Hundred Years war did not arise from a vacuum. The 12th and 13th centuries had seen near constant conflict between the English and French Crowns. As both kingdoms began to grow stronger and richer the wars between the two would also grow in intensity. In 1337 tensions boiled over yet again and war was declared. Brutal raids devastated the French countryside, disastrous battles loomed destroyed armies, and the Plague brought death even to regions untouched by violence. The 14th Century saw France hit by catastrophe and calamity, but as France was on the decline, Valois Burgundy was about to...
2022-07-2534 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 4: Flanders and the Rise of TownsIf there was one good that dominated medieval commerce it was cloth, and if there was one region that dominated the production and trade of cloth it was Flanders. Flanders, tucked right between France, The Holy Roman Empire, and England, was the commercial center of medieval Northern Europe. It's cities were rich and powerful and at times brought the flower of French Chivalry to their knees.
Time Period Covered: 1100s-1346
Notable People: King Philip IV, King Philip VI, Guy of Dampierre, Robert of Bethune, Louis of Nevers
Notable Events/Developments: Cloth Trade in Fla...
2022-07-1135 min
Grand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 3: The House of BurgundyBefore there were Valois, there were Capetians, both in France and in Burgundy. The Capetian House of Burgundy ruled the Duchy for over three centuries and transformed it from a collection of territories to a single political unit. These dukes set the stage for their Valois successors to rise to great heights.
Time Period Covered: 1016-1350
Notable People: Hugh Capet, King Robert II, Duke Odo IV
Notable Developments: Monastic Reform (Cluny and Cistercian Orders), Peace of God Movement, Ducal Bailiffs, The Hundred Years War
Cover...
2022-06-2725 minGrand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 2: From Kingdom to DuchyIn this episode we're covering the centuries between King Clothair's conquest of the Kingdom of Burgundy and King Robert II's conquest of the Duchy of Burgundy. A lot changed in that period and we're going to look at the decline of the Merovingians, the rise and fall of the Carolingians, the rise of Feudalism, some of the big events of Frankish History, and how Burgundy became a Duchy. I hope you'll join me!
Time Period Covered: 561 - 1016
Notable People: Pepin de Herstal, Charles Martell, Lothar I, Richard the Justiciar, Hugh the Great...
2022-06-1325 min
Grand Dukes of the West: A History of Valois BurgundyEpisode 1: The Burgundians and Their KingdomsWelcome to Grand Dukes of the West! This episode begins with an introduction to the show and continues with a history of the Late Antique kingdoms of the Burgundians. The Burgundians were not the most famous of the Germanic Tribes that menaced the Roman Empire in its twilight days, but they did leave a lasting legacy.
Time Period Covered: 406-534
Notable People: Gundahar, Aetius, Gundabad, Clovis
Notable Events: The Crossing of the Rhine, Fall of the Roman Empire, Battle of Vouille, Frankish Conquest of Burgundia
Cover Art by Brandon Wilburn
2022-05-3024 min
Limitless Podcast with Aaron ZuckerLimitless with Josh SimonHey everyone, we’re back for the 2nd half of season 2 of Limitless: How To Crush It In Commercial Real Estate. I couldn’t be more flattered about the incredible amount of positive feedback from our first 18 episodes that have aired prior to now. Our ambition of helping anyone in our industry who wants to improve their career by virtue of listening to those who have already “crushed it” is being achieved on a consistent basis. Admittedly, I’m selfish and strive to have guests that can help me improve not only as a commercial real estate professional, but as an entr...
2022-05-1141 min
Turned Out A PunkEpisode 385 - Josh Zucker (F**ked Up, Youngblood, On The Banks Of The Tumid River)The self-professed "Rarest member" of Fucked Up, JOSH ZUCKER is here! Join Damian as he sits down with his friend & bandmate to discuss Josh's journey in punk. From how punk is the ultimate societal escape hatch, to having to prove yourself in Toronto record stores, to Damian stealing Josh's job in the band: this is, as always, not to be missed!
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Cidiot51. Born in the HVAMeet Josh Santonja, who helped run Pugsly's Hudson location and has become both a barber and friend to me, my husband, father-in-law, and several friends. He's kind of a cult favorite. Josh also grew up in the Hudson Valley and has lived in multiple towns in the areas which only made me want to talk to him more about it all. We even debut a new game on the show called "Hudson Valley Geography." Thanks for listening to Cidiot. Lucky to be chosen as Best Regional Podcast in the 2021 Chorogrammie Awards. Also, my book Bronze Seeks Silver is now o...
2021-08-2026 min
Rising - Conversations with Leaders On Their Way UpMat Zucker of Prophet - Luck Is What You Make ItMat Zucker is a Senior Partner and co-leader of Prophet's global marketing and sales practice, as well as co-host of Rising. In this special episode, Josh turns the mic on Mat to hear about his career path and what he learned putting it all down in his new memoir Bronze Seeks Silver. Mat shares his rise from secretary in a creative department to agency creative director and management consultant. An entrepreneur and hustler from day one, Mat believes luck is what you make it. Find Mat's new book of lessons along the way on Amazon or via bronzeseekssilver.com...
2021-04-1329 min
Santa Barbara Talks with Josh MolinaSBT PODCAST 29: Lucas Zucker, CAUSERising young political star Lucas Zucker is the policy and communications director for the Central Coast Alliance United for a Sustainable Economy (CAUSE), a nonprofit community organization working to advance social, economic, and environmental justice in the Central Coast of California. In this podcast Lucas talks about the Latino exodus of families in Santa Barbara, and property owners as city leaders facilitate development for a new wave of tech workers. Zucker also explains how COVID-19 has impacted the farmworker community in Santa Maria and the efforts to reduce the transmission of the disease. Zucker also shares his story of growing...
2020-08-3050 min
Obsessed Show144 - Digital Transformation—from Helvetica to Now.Today on Obsessed Show, we're chatting with Brett Zucker. ::::: This episode is brought to you by Yellow Images. ::::: Brett Zucker, CMO of Monotype shares how brands can best champion creativity to navigate and succeed during and coming out of a crisis. Specializing in design, tech and expertise, Monotype has helped strategize branding for Southwest Airlines, Alibaba, Google, Dominos and many others. • How a creative identity will better equip brands for the shift from shareholder value to social value • Why investing in branding and advertising is needed now—especially for those brands deemed outsid...
2020-08-1051 min
Blank is the Killer76 - Lovecraft Horrors, Robot Parasites, and Possessed PartyingThis episode’s lineup:1. The Beach House (2020) directed by Jeffrey A. Brown2. Meatball Machine (2005) directed by Yudai Yamaguchi and Jun'ichi Yamamoto3. In the Mouth of Madness (1995) directed by John Carpenter4. Night of the Demons (1988) directed by Kevin S. Tenney5. Becky (2020) directed by Jonathan Milott and Cary Murnion6. The Current Occupant (2020) directed by Julius Ramsay7. Ghost (1990) directed by Jerry ZuckerIf you liked what you heard, you may be interested in listening to my other podcast 4orMore or watching a horror/comedy called The Bloody Reuben that I wrote and di...
2020-07-2635 min
Penguins Podcasts: The ScoopEpisode 21: The Scoop with Jason ZuckerGet to know new Penguins forward Jason Zucker, who was acquired from the Minnesota Wild on Feb. 10, in this latest edition of The Scoop podcast presented by PPG. Zucker said that his wife Carly, who has a background in media, has tried to help him get away from doing the ‘normal everyday interview.’ That comes across in this fantastic conversation with Josh Getzoff and Michelle Crechiolo that spanned a wide range of topics.
Highlights include:
- How he’s settling in since the trade from Minnesota.
- Trying to navigate the city of Pittsburgh.
- Adjusting to the cold after growin...
2020-03-0430 min