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Smartest Year EverWhich City Was First to Reach 1 Million People? | Smartest Year Ever (Apr 5, 2025) Rome had traffic jams before cars were even invented. In this episode, Gordy reveals which city in history was the first to reach a population of one million—and why the answer might surprise you.Spoiler: It wasn’t New York. Or London. It happened over 2,000 years ago in a marble-and-mud metropolis powered by aqueducts and political drama. After that ancient milestone, it took more than a thousand years for another city to hit the same mark.Gordy breaks down the next big leaps: • Chang’an in the Tang Dynasty • Baghdad during the Islamic Golden Age • Londo...2025-04-0503 min
Mummy DearestBridget Jones: Mad About the Boy (Justice for Mark Darcy!)Send us a textThis week on Mummy Dearest Podcast, Zach and Sloane unwrap 2025's straight-to-Peacock widow rom-com: "Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy"! This is the 4th installment in the Bridget Jones series so you probably know what to expect: sweet but bumbling Bridget squints her way into the hearts of everyone she encounters with her messy hair, sloppy outfits, and pouty little lips. What Zach and Sloane neglected to mention was her friend Tom's concerning health guru / cult leader hair, so please excuse them for not discussing that at length. The movie is predictable but...2025-02-1756 min
Creating The Perfect ExperienceHow to Create Bespoke Fashion Events While Empowering Women with Adrianne MellenIn this episode, Mark speaks with Adrianne Mellen. Adrianne Owner and Lead Planner of Propeller US. She began her career in publishing from Vogue to Real Simple. In 2009 she launched her own successful event planning business that has evolved to a more purposeful driven company that empowers women in business and life. Adrianne recently launched a new venture that creates bespoke experiences at New York Fashion Week. This episode we discuss: Adrianne’s background and early career in Publishing.Networking & Determination. The transition to Event Planning & Launching Propeller. Share stories, tips serving clients & Fashion Week Experiences.So muc...2025-02-0545 minMummy DearestNosferatu (Justice for Zach Mellen!)Send us a textThis week we are unwrapping 2024's Transylvanian classic meet-cute rom-com: "Nosferatu"! Instead of writing about the review here we will just let the AI generated catchphrases from our show serve as the episode description and you just have to mark all these off on a little sheet while you're listening. It'll be like Mummy Dearest Podcast bingo. Catch 'em all!"Hey my little blood suckers.""I am Nosferatu-coded.""This is definitely a movie.""The sound editing was insane.""I will watch this every holiday.""He's in love with her.""...2024-12-301h 10
DJ JES ONE - DANCE MUSIC SPECIALISTGetto Grooves vol.4 (the A Train Mix Tape) Mixed by DJ Jes OneGetto Grooves vol.4 (the A Train Mix Tape) Mixed by DJ Jes One"Get ready to groove with Ghetto Groove Volume 4: The A Train Mixtape!Mixed, edited, scratched, sampled, and arranged by DJ Jes One at The Northwoods DJ Shaolin Studio Tempo , down by the Train Yard in Mellen, Wis. 54546 USA, for Groove Shop North.1. The Return OF Double K (Original Mix) Martin EZ & Brian Boncher1a Sample Beat Street (Graff - Part02)2. DJRBR-PROBLEMAS D AMOUR RBR 2023 REWORK3. DJRBR JACKTIVATOR featuring DIDEEON4. C...2024-11-281h 36
Off the BooksOff the Presses: Sounding Off After the ElectionJoining Steve to give their initial reactions are Chelsea Hall, Workiva Industry Principal for SEC reporting and financial reporting, and Mark Mellen, Workiva Industry Principal for sustainability reporting.
2024-11-1423 min
Black Op Radio#1213 – Joan MellenMark Lane compared investigating the JFK assassination like Frankenstein unleashed the monster.
Joan learned about the MOSSAD researching the attack on the USS Liberty by Israel.
In time, Joan was befriended by New Orleans Police Intelligence Police Officer, Robert Buras
Robert Buras denied permission to interview Psychiatrist Dr. Frank Silva & Patricia Orr in Baton Rouge.
Because of Joan's tenacity & unbiased researching, Burriss nicknamed Joan ‘Sherlock’.
Robert Kennedy & Walter Sheridan tried to hamper Jim Garrison’s investigation.
Joan developed pneumonia walking the rainy streets of New Orleans with Robert Buras
Explains the current & historic definition of Catfished after being hoodwinked on Facebook.
Th...2024-08-2345 min
Stacking Knowledge020 - Chess Not Checkers, by Mark MillerShow notes and more info can be found at:
https://stackingknowledge.com/ep020/2024-05-1619 min
Bright On BuddhismWhat are the paramitas in Buddhism?Bright on Buddhism Episode 82 - What are the paramitas in Buddhism? How ought one cultivate them? How do understandings of them change over time?
Resources: Bodhi, Bhikkhu (1978). The All-Embracing Net of Views. Kandy: Buddhist Publication Society.; Bodhi, Bhikkhu (ed.) (1978, 2005). Lopez, Donald S. Jr. (1988). The Heart Sutra Explained: Indian and Tibetan Commentaries. SUNY Press. ISBN 978-0-88706-589-7.; Cantegreil, Mathieu; Chanana, Dweep; Kattumuri, Ruth, eds. (2013). Revealing Indian Philanthropy (PDF). Alliance Publishing Trust. ISBN 9781907376191. Archived from the original (PDF) on 2023-07-05. Retrieved 2023-07-05.; Bodhi, Bhikkhu (2000). The Connected Discourses of the Buddha: A Translation of the Saṃyu...2024-02-1618 min
The Happiness Practices with Phil GerbyshakCalling BS On BusyIntroduction:In this enlightening episode of Happy AF Show, Phil Gerbyshak sits down with renowned author and efficiency expert, Andrew Mellen, to delve into the themes of his latest book, "Calling B******t on Busy." Known for his insightful and practical advice, Mellen shares his unique perspectives on productivity, time management, and the modern myth of being perpetually busy.Two quotes worth considering:* Andrew Mellen on Embracing Introversion in a Busy World:"As a major introvert, I've learned that success isn't about constantly pushing against your nature, but rather understanding and working with it. Even...2024-01-0134 min
The Happiness Practices with Phil GerbyshakCalling BS on Busy with Andrew MellenIntroduction:In this enlightening episode of Happy AF Show, Phil Gerbyshak sits down with renowned author and efficiency expert, Andrew Mellen, to delve into the themes of his latest book, "Calling B******t on Busy." Known for his insightful and practical advice, Mellen shares his unique perspectives on productivity, time management, and the modern myth of being perpetually busy.Two quotes worth considering:Andrew Mellen on Embracing Introversion in a Busy World:"As a major introvert, I've learned that success isn't about constantly pushing against your nature, but rather understanding and...2023-12-2934 min
CPG InsidersThe Most Organized Man in America - w/ Andrew MellenThis episode, Mark + Justin talk entrepreneurlife and the age-old "too much to do, not enough time" problem with Andrew Mellen, author of Calling Bullsh*t Busy. Andrew teaches entrepreneurs, businesses, and everyday people how to leverage time management + simplification to create freedom through organization. Deeper than just 'getting organized', Andrew fosters real transformation by changing how people think, feel, and interact with time, money, and stuff. Plus he shares easy, actionable steps you can take right now to address time-productivity obstacles in your own business. A great listen for anybody looking to take more control of their...2023-12-071h 00
Aren't You Worried?36. Bernardine Rae Dohrn Part 2 - UndergroundIn the second installment of the two-part series on Bernardine Dohrn, Amanda and Lauren follow the Weather Underground as they continue to fight against the government, and then follow them back aboveground into the present day.Sources:Days of Rage by Bryan BurroughMother Country Radicals podcast, written and hosted by Zayd Ayers DohrnTruthout: “New Podcast Spotlights Bernardine Dohrn, Bill Ayers, and Their Children’s Story” by Amy Goodman and Juan GonzalezBuzzfeed News (RIP): “Bernardine Dohrn was Called the Most Dangerous Woman in America. Now, Her Son Reconsiders Her Legacy” by Alessa DominguezThe Freedom Archives: “Audio Clip of Bernardin...2023-09-281h 00