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The Doctor Who Big Blue Box PodcastThe Ninth Doctor and Rose Back for New Adventures PLUS All the Who NewsHey, Who fans and welcome to Episode 428.Twenty years after their on-screen adventures, Chris Eccleston and Billie Piper are re-united for more trips in the TARDIS over at Big Finish. I've got all the details in this episode! "Back to the Powell Estate, where the Doctor’s past returns to haunt him, and out into the universe where enemies old and new are waiting... "In other news, Doctor Who has landed its first-ever Emmy nomination — amazingly, after more than 60 years — in the category for Outstanding Choreography for Scripted Programming. (Not something I ever expected to tick o...2025-07-1748 min
Platform Engineering PodcastBuilding Better Platforms with Dapr: Abstractions, Portability, and Durable Systems with Mark FussellCloud lock-in isn't just about where your data lives—it's about how deeply cloud-specific code permeates your applications. Mark Fussell, co-creator of Dapr and CEO of Diagrid, joins Cory O'Daniel to explore how Dapr provides clean abstractions for common distributed system patterns, enabling teams to build portable applications without sacrificing cloud-native capabilities.The conversation covers:How Dapr creates a clean separation between application code and underlying infrastructure services like messaging, state management, and secretsWhy platform teams struggle with tight coupling between applications and infrastructure, and how Dapr solves this problemThe benefits of Dapr's sidecar architecture for lo...2025-07-1648 min
Infinite Curiosity Pod with Prateek JoshiAgentic Shift in Microservices | Mark Fussell, CEO of DiagridMark Fussell is the CEO of Diagrid, a developer platform that provides tools and services for building cloud native applications. They've raised $24.2M from Amplify and Norwest. He is also the co-creator of Dapr, an open source tool used by 40,000 companies. Mark's favorite books: - Crossing the Chasm (Author: Geoffrey A. Moore)- Good to Great (Author: Jim Collins)- The Dispossessed (Author: Ursula K. Le Guin) (00:01) Opening and Introduction(00:09) The Origins of Dapr: Solving Developer Pain(01:53) Why Launch Diagrid After Building Dapr at Microsoft(03:36) Why Dapr Gained Traction Amo...2025-07-0934 min
Dynamically Speaking: The Axiomatics PodcastWhere Dapr Meets Identity: Building Secure, Scalable Systems w/ Mark Fussell - Ep.15David and Emme welcome Mark Fussell (Co-founder of Dapr and the CEO of Diagrid) on this episode of Dynamically Speaking! The group dives into the origin story of Dapr, how it fits into the cloud-native ecosystem, and why it matters for developers building modern, distributed applications. They also touch on Dapr’s relationship with CNCF, open standards collaboration, and how AI and agentic frameworks are shaping the future of secure, usable app architectures.In this episode:The evolution of Dapr and Mark’s journey from Microsoft to leading DiagridThe role of CNCF and open stan...2025-07-0847 min
The Snooker Therapy PodcastInspiring the next generationIn this episode Alex Upham has a chat over a couple of frames with Mark Fussell from Warmley Snooker Club. Mark discusses how snooker has enriched his life as chairman of the club and coach of the only juniors sessions in and around Bristol.
The Snooker Therapy Podcast is sponsored by Kahuna Flooring - domestic and commercial floor covering specialists in the UK and beyond. You can check them out at www.kahunaflooring.co.uk as well as Facebook and Instagram.
2025-06-1550 min
The Modern .NET ShowDapr: The Secret Sauce to Simplifying Distributed Applications with Mark FussellRJJ Software's Software Development Service This episode of The Modern .NET Show is supported, in part, by RJJ Software's Software Development Services, whether your company is looking to elevate its UK operations or reshape its US strategy, we can provide tailored solutions that exceed expectations. Show Notes "Yeah, exactly. In fact, one of the central premises of Dapr has, you know, one of its goals is not only to be multi-language, in that anyone can use the APIs from any language they come from. So it has SDKs. First, you can call it HTTP if that's all...2025-06-131h 09
Kreative KontrolEp. #982: Jake Xerxes FussellJake Xerxes Fussell discusses When I’m Called and Arthur Russell’s “Close My Eyes,” misperceptions about his relationship to folk music history, his late mentor Art Rosenbaum, why he couldn’t rebel against rebellious parents, Harry Smith’s Anthology of American Folk Music, the work of Vic Chesnutt, his own evolution as an interpreter of songs, perspectives on the merits of writing original lyrics to sing songs for a living, working on a soundtrack, tour, other future plans, and much more.EVERY OTHER COMPLETE KREATIVE KONTROL EPISODE IS ONLY ACCESSIBLE TO MONTHLY $6 USD PATREON SUPPORTERS. This one is fi...2025-05-311h 21
Free Form AI8 - Microservices with Mark FussellIn this episode, Michael and Ben speak with Mark Fussell, CEO of Diagrid, about Dapr, a runtime for building distributed applications. Mark shares insights on the challenges of microservices development, the importance of durable workflows, and the actor model. The conversation also touches on API design, the future of AI in software engineering, and how Dapr can accelerate development processes. Mark emphasizes the need for best practices in the rapidly evolving AI landscape and how Dapr aims to provide a robust solution for developers.2025-05-2859 min
ContributorSimplifying Distributed Systems: Dapr with Mark FussellMark Fussell (@mfussell) is the co-creator of Dapr, the open-source runtime system designed to support cloud native and serverless computing. Dapr provides APIs that simplify the development of distributed applications, providing essential functionalities like service invocation, pub/sub messaging, and observability. Subscribe to Contributor on Substack for email notifications!In this episode we discuss:The difference between Dapr and a service meshHow Dapr is beneficial for platform engineering teamsFrom Microsoft to Diagrid in the startup worldThe significance of Dapr’s graduation from the CNCF2025-05-1640 min
ContributorSimplifying Distributed Systems: Dapr with Mark FussellMark Fussell (@mfussell) is the co-creator of Dapr, the open-source runtime system designed to support cloud native and serverless computing. Dapr provides APIs that simplify the development of distributed applications, providing essential functionalities like service invocation, pub/sub messaging, and observability. Subscribe to Contributor on Substack for email notifications!In this episode we discuss:The difference between Dapr and a service meshHow Dapr is beneficial for platform engineering teamsFrom Microsoft to Diagrid in the startup worldThe significance of Dapr’s graduation from the CNC...2025-05-1640 min
The Data Stack Show238: What Every Developer Needs to Know About Microservices in 2025 with Mark Fussell, Founder & CEO at DiagridHighlights from this week’s conversation include:Mark’s Background and Journey in Data (1:08)Mark’s Time at Microsoft (5:33)Internal Adoption of Azure (9:20)Understanding Pain Points (11:06)Complexity in Software Development (13:15)Microservices Architecture Overview (17:15)Microservices vs. Monolith (22:08)Modernizing Legacy Applications (24:39)Dependency Management with Dapr (29:43)Infrastructure as Code (33:04)AI's Rapid Evolution and Vendor Changes (37:27)Language Models in Application Development (39:05)AI in Creative Applications (42:59)The Future of Backend Development (47:22)Streamlining Development Processes (49:29)Dapr as an Open Source Solution (51:11)Getting Started with Dapr and Parting Thoughts (51:39)The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, the CDP for developers. Each w...2025-04-2352 min
The Data Stack ShowThe PRQL: From Monoliths to Microservices with Mark Fussell, Founder & CEO at DiagridThe Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, the CDP for developers. Each week we’ll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data scientists about their experience around building and maintaining data infrastructure, delivering data and data products, and driving better outcomes across their businesses with data.RudderStack helps businesses make the most out of their customer data while ensuring data privacy and security. To learn more about RudderStack visit rudderstack.com.
2025-04-2102 min
Masonic Authors' Guild InternationalIrony, Freemasonry, and humane Ethics in Kipling's the man who Would Be King by Paul Fussell Jr.Subscribe to MAGI to listen to this entire episode & support more content like this at patreon.com/MAGIAcademics. Welcome to "MAGI - Long Papers," where we delve into the deep analysis of literary works and their intricate themes. In this episode, we explore the fascinating intersections of irony, Freemasonry, and humane ethics in Rudyard Kipling's "The Man Who Would Be King," as expertly examined by Paul Fussell Jr. Discover the complex layers of Kipling's narrative, from the nuances of kingship to the profound influence of Masonic traditions on his storytelling. Join host Mark Tabbert as he takes...2025-04-0201 min
Cloud Native CompassDapr: The Future of MicroservicesDapr: The Future of MicroservicesIn this episode of Cloud Native Compass, host David Flanagan is joined by Mark Fussell, co-founder and CEO of Diagrid, to discuss the intricacies of Dapr and its role in microservices and distributed systems. They delve into the actor model, the new Dapr Agents, and much more.Creators & Guests
David Flanagan - Host
Laura Santamaria - Host
Mark Fussell - Guest
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(00:00) - Introduction
(00:09) - Guest Introduction
(00:14) - Overview of Dapr and Microservices
(00:42) - Exploring Microservices
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LIVETHEFUELTake 2 Minutes for Happiness in 2025Take 2 Minutes For Yourself This Year, Gratitude, Journaling, Meditation, and More: Scott Mulvaney introduces Marc, a guest co-host with over 25 years of IT experience, who has created "Take Two Minutes," an app designed to improve happiness and well-being. Marc emphasizes the use of SMS for high read rates (92% within three minutes) and discusses various features like gratitude journaling, positive messages, and meditations. He highlights the importance of self-improvement and balancing personal and professional growth. Mark shares insights from research showing significant increases in positivity after using the app's exercises. The conversation also touches on the challenges of...2025-01-231h 03
Machines Like UsHow Silicon Valley Monopolized Our ImaginationThe past few months have seen a series of bold proclamations from the most powerful people in tech.In September, Mark Zuckerberg announced that Meta had developed “the most advanced glasses the world had ever seen.” That same day, Open AI CEO Sam Altman predicted we could have artificial super intelligence within a couple of years. Elon Musk has said he’ll land rockets on Mars by 2026.We appear to be living through the kinds of technological leaps we used to only dream about. But whose dreams were those, exactly?In her latest book...2024-12-0345 min
The Business of Open SourceKubeCon NA Special Episode: The Connection Between Community Engagement and Revenue with Mark FussellThis week on The Business of Open Source, I spoke with Mark Fussell, CEO and co-founder of Diagrid and co-creator of Dapr, in a special episode recorded on-site at KubeCon NA in Salt Lake City. We kicked off with a discussion of what’s different about running an open source company versus a proprietary software company, and Mark said that a big part of it is that you have to nurture the community. But what does that actually mean? I pushed back, and happily Mark was able to go into...2024-11-2823 min
Leaders, Letters, and Legacy • The Podcast with Dr. Mari Ann Callais and Scott FussellLeaders, Letters, and Legacy • Dr. Lori HartDr. Lori Hart is a renowned educator, speaker, and advocate, celebrated for her engaging and authentic approach to leadership, relationships, and personal growth. With a career dedicated to inspiring individuals and communities, Dr. Hart combines humor, insight, and research-based strategies to spark meaningful change. As a member of Alpha Omicron Pi sorority, so much of Lori’s philosophy and passion for this work started during her ungraduate years at Auburn University.
Known for her expertise in collegiate life, leadership development, and interpersonal communication, Dr. Hart has worked extensively with universities, organizations, and professional associations across the country. Sh...2024-11-251h 12
Anxiety At Work? Reduce Stress, Uncertainty & Boost Mental HealthHow Positive Psychology Reduces your Anxiety🧠 Human brains are wired to focus on the negative. Wouldn’t it be great if we could change our brains to have more happiness?👂Listen in and remember to like, comment, subscribe, & share 🧡 📌 Key Topics Covered:🧠 The Science of Positive Psychology: rewire our brains to focus on gratitude and resilience, even during difficult times.📲 The Power of Short Bursts: can have a profound impact on mental well-being.🌅 Morning Rituals for Mental Health: The importance of starting each day with a calming routine.In th...2024-11-0627 min
The Road to Rediscovery: A Journey of Personal GrowthTake 2 Minutes: For a positive and balanced mindset, with Marc FussellMark Fussell has been passionate about helping others to recognize positivity and gratitude. A champion of self-care and mental health, and inspired by his son’s mental health challenges, Marc shifted his focus from his extensive, decades-long IT background to develop a system combining positive psychology and SMS messaging (texting). Take 2 Minutes is Marc’s non-profit containing various activities to help people enhance their mental wellness. Tune in, as Marc shares some of the system’s exercises supporting mental health; such as the ‘3 Good Things’ activity and the ‘Grounding Exercise’ that addresses anxi...2024-10-1754 min
Parenting Teens with Dr. CamPositive Psychology Techniques to Boost Teen Mental Health: Simple Strategies for ParentsDr. Cam Caswell is joined by Mark Fussell to explore powerful strategies for supporting teens' mental health. Mark shares insights from his platform, Take Two Minutes, which focuses on boosting mental wellness through positive psychology. They discuss practical tools like gratitude journaling, grounding exercises, and breathing techniques to help teens manage emotions and anxiety. The episode emphasizes the importance of patience, kindness, and love in fostering a supportive environment for teens' mental health.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE
How to support teens' mental health using positive psychology and proven techniques
Effective strategies for m...2024-09-2433 min
State Of Mind Mental Health Podcast#78 - Why Fake Positivity Is Bad For You & How to Practice Positive Psychology - Marc FussellThe conversation explores the pitfalls of false positivity and how it contrasts with the value of positive psychology. We cover many other topics and practices around cultivating resilience and well-being, and how innovation and community can lead to solutions for societies growing mental health problems. Featured on this episode is Mark Fussell, the founder of Take Two Minutes @take2min, a nonprofit focused on mental well-being. Chapters [00:00] The Paradox of Prosperity and Doom and Gloom [00:28] The Impact of Social Media and News on Mindset [01:12] Introducing Take Two Minutes: Yoga, Meditation, and Positive Messages 2024-08-3054 min
The Tragedy AcademyHarnessing Positive Psychology: A Discussion on Take Two Minutes with Marc S. FussellIn this episode of The Tragedy Academy Podcast, host Jay welcomes Mark Fussell, the founder of the nonprofit Take Two Minutes. Jay and Mark delve into mindfulness, gratitude, and mental well-being. Mark explains the origin and features of Take Two Minutes, a web application that provides positive psychology activities, focusing on text messaging as the primary communication channel. The discussion explores the benefits of a gratitude challenge and proper sleep hygiene for mental health, emphasizing the importance of internal reflection and self-care practices.
00:00 Introduction and Warm Welcome
00:15 Meet Mark Fussell: Visionary Behind Take T...2024-07-1556 min
Cinema Pathway Podcast“The Content Marketing Specialist Guru” "Perspective is everything" With special Taurell Deedz Fussell'sHave you ever wanted to know how to market your film, commercial, or content online? In this episode, we explore marketing strategies with one of this industry's leading content market specialists. Taurell Fussell will show you how! Filmmaker, storyteller, director, producer, music producer, and editor, he is trailblazing an unforgettable mark in American marketing history and on social media, with content heroes that show you how to be a champion entrepreneur and how to grow your business online into a flourishing, thriving metropolis of success and ownership in all aspects of the entertainment industry. Starting from the basics, how...2024-06-171h 00
Athens Victory Chapel - Sermon ArchiveYou've Got to Get to Jesus Mark 2:1-12 | Jerry Fussell__athensvictorychapel.com 2023-12-0434 min
Athens Victory Chapel - Sermon ArchiveHow to Touch Jesus Mark 5:25-29 | Jerry Fussell__athensvictorychapel.com 2023-12-0333 min
The InfoQ PodcastGetting to Know Dapr with Mark Fussell and Yaron SchneiderIn today's episode Thomas Betts talks to Mark Fussell and Yaron Schneider about the Distributed Applications Runtime, Dapr. In the latest InfoQ Architecture and Design Trends Report, Dapr is part of the early adopter ideas of design for portability and cloud-bound applications. Dapr provides APIs that abstract away the infrastructure details for modern applications, providing secure, best practice implementations that work across any cloud, framework, and language.
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Open Source Startup PodcastE70: Making Distributed Systems More Accessible With DiagridMark Fussell & Yaron Schneider are Co-founders of Diagrid, the platform that simplifies and provides access to the power of distributed systems. Diagrid's founders co-created open source Dapr which Diagrid provides a fully managed service on top of. Dapr has over 20K stars and works on any language or framework.
Diagrid has raised over $24M from investors including Norwest Venture Partners and Amplify.
In this episode, we discuss contributors rather than stars as a strong engagement metric, why Open Core wasn't the right business model for Diagrid, learnings for other open source founders & more!2023-01-1839 min
Pod Gave Rock'N Roll To YouThe Golden Age/Moonlight AngieTwitter: @podgaverockInsta: @podgaverockBeck's “The Golden Age” from his 2002 album "Sea Change" released on Geffen. Written by Beck Hansen and produced by Nigel Godrich.Personel:Beck Hansen - vocals , acoustic guitar, synth, glockenspielJustin Meldal-Johnsen – electric bassRoger Joseph Manning, Jr.– synth , Wurlitzer, glockenspielSMokey Hormel - electric guitarJoey Waronker drums, percussionCover:Performed by Neal Marsh and Josh BondIntro Music:"Shithouse" 2010 release from "A Collection of Songs for the Kings". Written by Josh Bond. Produced by Frank Charlton.Other Artists Mentioned:My Morni...2022-02-2245 min
Bits & Bytes from EITSurveillance Technology: who's watching you?DWP - Face plus & Case Management, https://www.dataworksplus.com/faceplus.html.
Fussell, Sidney. “The All-Seeing Eyes of New York's 15,000 Surveillance Cameras.” Wired, Conde Nast, 3 June 2021, https://www.wired.com/story/all-seeing-eyes-new-york-15000-surveillance-cameras/.
Sullivan, Mark. “These Crowdsourced Maps Will Show Exactly Where Surveillance Cameras Are Watching.” Fast Company, Fast Company, 2 Feb. 2021, https://www.fastcompany.com/90596320/amnesty-international-crowdsourced-facial-recognition-map.2021-11-0204 min
Tango Alpha Lima PodcastTango Alpha Lima remembers 9/11 with USAA Vice President Eric EngquistUSAA Vice President of Brand Management, Eric Engquist, deployed to Kosovo on 9/11 and was among the first troops deployed to Iraq in the aftermath of the attacks. He shares how his mission in Kosovo changed overnight, and what it was like to help build the beginnings of the Iraqi National Guard.Special Guest: Eric Enquist.Links:Watch video of this episode on YouTubeSend us your feedback!Join The American Legion Amazon.com: Team of Teams: New Rules of Engagement for a Complex World (Audible Audio Edition): Gen. Stanley McChrystal, Tantum Collins, David Silverman, Chris...2021-09-0118 min
Full DisclosureVol. 4: Understanding Insolvency LawFull Disclosure is a Podcast providing legal information and updates to individuals, businesses and business advisors in South Australia. It is produced by Mellor Olsson, a full-service South Australian law firm.
In this episode, our host Lucie Reichstein speaks with Mellor Olsson Lawyers’ Partner Mark Gowans and Senior Associate Kelly Fussell about the heightened risk of insolvency as a result of COVID-19.
Insolvency Law Specialists, Mark and Kelly discuss the 2020 Temporary Insolvency Law relief, changes to statutory demands, and how they could impact businesses following the end of JobKeeper.
Full Disclosure is a Pod...2021-05-0527 min
Azure & DevOps PodcastMark Fussell on Dapr 1.0Joining Jeffrey today is return guest, Mark Fussell! Mark works on the Azure Incubations Team and is the Product Manager for Dapr, the Distributed Application Runtime. He has been working at Microsoft for over 19 years and has been a passionate advocate for building microservice-based applications for the last 10 years. He has a proven track record of building innovative computing platforms, running large-scale cloud services, and starting new million-dollar businesses within corporations. Last time Mark was on the show, he and Jeffrey discussed Dapr and what it can do for developers. In this episode, Mark and J...2021-03-0141 min
ArtHaus Radio hosted by Bo BartlettArtHaus Radio "Local"Sometimes, some of the greatest things are at home. No better example than these talented artists right out of the Chattahoochee Valley! Love and light, y'all!
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Plus tôt by Alexandra Stréliski
Thomas Wiggins "Sewing Song: Imitation of a Sewing Machine" by John Davis
Trust No Man by Ma Rainey
Plastic Jesus by Tia Blake
The Rising of the Moon by Tia Blake
Son of a Ramblin' Man by Joey Allcorn
Tears by Mark Knopfler & Chet Atkins
I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry by Jimmie Spheeris
The River St. Johns by Jake Xerxes Fussell
Rest Easy (Live) by Th...2021-02-2659 minArtHaus Radio hosted by Bo BartlettArtHaus Radio "Georgia"It's a beautiful day outside the window on our train to Georgia! Let's take it all in, share the love, spread the light. Love and light, y'all!
Playlist:
Plus tôt by Alexandra Stréliski
Georgia on My Mind by Ray Charles
Rainy Night in Georgia by Brook Benton
Sewing Song: Imitation of a Sewing Machine by Thomas Wiggins, John Davis
See See the Rider Blues by Ma Rainey
Sweet Dreams by Mark Knopfler, Chet Atkins
A Bo Story: Melissa by Singer’s Edge Karaoke
Midnight Train to Georgia by Gladys Knight & The Pips
Lonely Night In Georgia by Marc Brou...2021-01-0859 min
Marketing Spark (The B2B SaaS Marketing Podcast)Jack Fussell: Why Do Brands Fail to Really Know Their Customers?Why do so many companies take their customers for granted?
They invest so much time and money to acquire new customers but not nearly enough to keep them happy and loyal?
In this episode of the Marketing Spark podcast, Jack Fussell talks about why knowing your customers and communicating with them is so important.
"We should be customer-centric all the time. We should have in-depth insight into what our customers want, what their fears are, their aspirations, and their goals."
Jack, the managing partner with Campfire Social and a fractional CMO, al...2020-09-0819 minAzure & DevOps PodcastMark Fussell on the Distributed Application Runtime or DaprIn this week’s episode, Jeffrey Palermo welcomes Mark Fussell on to the podcast! Mark works on the Azure Compute team and is the Product Manager for the new Dapr framework (AKA the Distributed Application Runtime.) He has been working at Microsoft for the last 19 years and has been a passionate advocate for building microservice-based applications for the last 10 years. He has a proven track record of building innovative computing platforms, running large scale cloud services, and starting new million-dollar businesses within corporations. Today, they’re going to be discussing Dapr, a new open-source project, and what it c...2019-12-0941 min
MS Dev ShowDapr with Mark FussellThis week we talk with Mark Fussell about Dapr, a cool new way to build scalable applications. And a way to push through production that won't get through airport security.2019-11-0437 min
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1′07″ I'm Bad by Nap Eyes on I'm Bad Now (Paradise of Bachelors)
6′48″ Crying Shame by Jennifer Castle on Angels of Death (Paradise of Bachelors)
10′41″ Now If You Remember by Nathan Bowles on Plainly Mistaken (Paradise of Bachelors)
13′13″ Kukkuriia by Red River Dialect on Broken Stay Open Sky (Paradise of Bachelors)
20′16″ Youth Is Wasted On The Young by Michael Chapman on True North (Paradise of Bachelors)
24′11″ Winnsboro Cotton Mill Blues by Jake Xersex Fussell on Out of Sight (Paradise of Bachelors)
28′18″ Diary of A Rose by Mega Bog on Dolphine...2019-06-1500 min