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Xenomania28 Days Later: Horror, Rage, and the Fragility of Humanity - Xenomania 24What happens when the world ends not with a whisper—but with a scream of rage?
In this episode, Jon, Ryan, and Kearns dissect 28 Days Later, Danny Boyle’s raw and terrifying vision of a rage-infected Britain where the monsters are often more human than the infected. We explore:
🔴 Infection as allegory – What does rage mean in a post-apocalyptic society?
🧠 Psychological collapse – How quickly does civility give way to survival?
💔 Jim, Selena, and Hannah – A found family forged in horror
🔥 Myth, meaning, and moral decay – What 28 Days Later tells us about ourselves
With lyrical insig...2025-06-121h 11
Dronecast: Rethinking Public Safety, One Drone at a TimeRestricted Airspace, Unrestricted Innovation: Drone Ops in DC's Shadow with Jason CokinosIn this compelling DroneCast episode, Joe Kearns dives deep with Montgomery County’s Jason Cokinos to uncover the operational complexities of integrating drone technology within restricted airspace near Washington DC. Montgomery County Police Department, serving over 1.1 million residents, faces unique challenges without traditional air support, prompting them to innovate with drone-first response strategies.Jason shares how they cultivated strong federal stakeholder relationships to secure approval and support, transitioned away from Chinese-made drones for security reasons, and developed scenario-based training to prepare operators for real-world situations. The conversation highlights how sustainable drone programs rely on reliable internet infrastructure, standardized sa...2025-06-1026 min
XenomaniaThe King vs The Corpse (Bubba Ho-Tep): Xenomania Episode 23Welcome back to Xenomania, where the weird gets weirder.
This week, Jon, Ryan, and Kearns shuffle down the linoleum halls of the Shady Rest Retirement Home and into the undead crypt of Bubba Ho-Tep (2002). They’re peeling back the gauze on Elvis impersonation, geriatric horror, soul-sucking mummies, and the tragic beauty of forgotten legends.
Is Bubba Ho-Tep just a cult oddity—or a deeply melancholic meditation on identity, memory, and death dressed in a rhinestone jumpsuit? Why does this movie hit harder than it has any right to? And what exactly does it mean to die...2025-06-051h 06
XenomaniaProm Night (1980): Sequins, Screams, and Slasher Dreams - Xenomania 22Episode 22 – Prom Night (1980): Death Wears a Corsage It’s 1980. The disco ball is spinning, the bangs are feathered, and someone’s about to get murdered in a gymnasium. In this episode, Jon, Ryan, and Kearns dig into Prom Night—Canada’s glitter-splattered answer to the American slasher boom. From slow-motion dance sequences to vengeful flashbacks and Jamie Lee Curtis giving 110% under 10 lbs of hairspray, this one has it all: trauma, teen melodrama, and a killer with a serious flair for delayed revenge. Was it a forgotten classic? Or just a blood-soaked excuse to crank up the Bee Gees knockoffs and stab p...2025-05-291h 12
Dronecast: Rethinking Public Safety, One Drone at a TimeDrone Saves Lives: Hostage Standoff & The Future of Police Work with Jason CokinosIn this compelling episode of DroneCast, host Joe Kearns talks with Jason Cokinos, a forward-thinking leader from the Montgomery County Police Department, about how drones are becoming an essential tool for law enforcement. This episode offers a deep dive into how Montgomery County went from having no aerial support to operating a fully integrated, life-saving drone program that’s changing how officers respond to emergencies.Jason discusses how the department achieved an incredible 71% first-on-scene rate using their Drone as First Responder model, helping reduce response times from over 10 minutes to under two. He shares impactful stories—including a dram...2025-05-2725 min
XenomaniaHome is Where the Horror is on 825 Forest Road - Xenomania Episode 21Zillow Says "Nope"
When Jon receives an anonymous tip about 825 Forest Road—a long-abandoned home with no recorded history—he ropes Ryan and Kearns into a midnight visit. What they find isn't just rot and ruin, but a space that refuses to follow the rules of time, sound, or sanity.
As the team descends deeper into the architecture of the impossible, they’ll discover that some places don’t want to be left alone—and some stories build themselves.
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XenomaniaMother’s Day (1980): Matriarchy, Mayhem & the Madness of Exploitation Horror - Xenomania Ep. 20Xenomania Podcast | Episode 20: Mother’s Day (1980)
🎧 Now streaming on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever the weird stuff lives.
Just in time for Mother's Day… we brought you trauma.
Literal trauma, in fact—this week, Jon, Ryan, and Kearns dig into Charles Kaufman’s 1980 exploitation shocker, Mother’s Day, a cult classic from the twisted minds orbiting around Troma Entertainment.
This isn’t your average slasher. It’s a raw, uncomfortable, and deeply bizarre descent into backwoods horror, maternal madness, and satirical violence that still has critics arguing four decades later.
We unpack:
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Xenomania“Bagged and Tagged at Chopping Mall” - Xenomania Episode 19Jon, Ryan, and Kearns brave the neon-lit nightmare of Chopping Mall—the only film where horny teens, killer robots, and a food court massacre somehow feel inevitable. Join the Xenomania trio as they break down 1986’s most violently efficient consumer satire: part slasher, part sci-fi, all mall. Do the killbots dream of electric coupons? Probably not. But they will vaporize you in lingerie.
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Xenomania"Swinging for Survival" - The Battery (2012) Episode 18🎧 Streaming now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever horror lives.
Two ex-baseball players. One broken-down car. Zero plot armor.
In this episode, Jon, Ryan, and Kearns head deep into the woods (and deeper into the psyche) with The Battery (2012), a lo-fi zombie gem that trades jump scares for existential dread. Shot on a shoestring budget and fueled by sharp writing, raw performances, and a killer soundtrack, The Battery isn’t your average undead outing—it’s a slow-burning road movie about isolation, masculinity, and the weird intimacy of surviving the end of the world with some...2025-05-0153 min
Xenomania“Fur and Loathing: Night of the Lepus” - Episode 17This week on Xenomania, Jon, Ryan, and Kearns descend into the twitchy-tailed terror of Night of the Lepus (1972)—the film that dared to ask, “What if bunnies were... too big to fail?”
Gigantic rabbits, unconvincing bloodlust, and science gone carrot-mad—our intrepid trio investigates the Cold War anxieties and ecological dread buried beneath the fluff. Is it a cautionary tale about unchecked experimentation, or just a weird Texan fever dream in fur suits?
As they peel back the pelts of this mutant monstrosity, they explore the eerie psychological underpinnings of America’s fear of nature turned hos...2025-04-2458 min
XenomaniaClive Barker’s Beautiful Freaks - Nightbreed (1990)In this monster-packed episode, Jon, Ryan, and Kearns journey deep into the catacombs of Nightbreed (1990), Clive Barker’s wildly ambitious dark fantasy about monsters, misfits, and the secret city of Midian. What begins as a tale of murder and madness transforms into a mythic clash between the outcasts of the underworld and the brutality of mankind—led by none other than David Cronenberg in a terrifying turn as the masked serial killer Decker.
The guys unravel Barker’s original vision versus the studio-mangled theatrical cut, explore the lore-rich monster pantheon, and tackle why Nightbreed is both a cult c...2025-04-171h 15
XenomaniaPhantasm V Ravager - Episode 15Xenomania Ep. 15 – Phantasm V: Ravager: A Dream Within a Dream
In this dimension-warping episode of Xenomania, we plunge headfirst into Phantasm V: Ravager—the final entry in Don Coscarelli’s surreal, sphere-slinging horror saga. Join us as we unravel the layered realities, temporal loops, and haunting ambiguity of Reggie’s last ride. Is it all a dream? A memory? The end—or a new beginning?
We talk Tall Man theories, the indie roots of the Ravager production, and the poignant final notes of a franchise that never played by the rules. Expect interdimensional banter, philosophi...2025-04-101h 16
XenomaniaSlasher or Shenanigans? Unmasking April Fool’s Day (1986)Xenomania Podcast – April Fool’s Day (1986) Episode Description
This week on Xenomania, Jon, Ryan, and Kearns take a deep dive into the 1986 slasher oddity April Fool’s Day. What starts as a classic ‘80s horror setup—college friends, an isolated mansion, and a masked killer—quickly twists into something far more devious. Is this cult classic an underrated gem or just a prank gone too far?
Join the Xenomania crew as they dissect the film’s clever subversions, debate whether it’s a horror masterpiece or an elaborate joke, and discuss why April Fool’s Day stands apart f...2025-04-031h 08
XenomaniaUnraveling the Enigma of Phantasm IV -Episode 13Episode 13 – Unraveling the Enigma of Phantasm IV
In this episode of Xenomania, Jon, Ryan, and Kearns descend into the surreal nightmare of Phantasm IV: Oblivion. As the Tall Man’s sinister mysteries deepen, the crew dissects the film’s unconventional storytelling, its eerie dream logic, and the lingering questions left in its wake. Is this the weirdest Phantasm yet? Does it answer anything—or just pull us further into the void? Tune in as we explore the madness, mayhem, and melancholy of Don Coscarelli’s cult classic.
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XenomaniaMike’s Balls: A Phantasm III Experience"Xenomania Episode Twelve: The Tall Man's Long Game"
In this episode, Jon, Ryan, and Kearns take a wild ride through Phantasm III: Lord of the Dead, the bizarre and often overlooked installment of Don Coscarelli’s cult horror saga. They break down the film’s surreal dream logic, its shift into action-horror, and the return of A. Michael Baldwin as Mike. Expect deep dives into the Tall Man’s ever-expanding army of silver spheres, Reggie's transition into full-on shotgun-wielding action hero, and the introduction of Rocky—perhaps the most badass nunchaku-wielding character in horror.
The hosts de...2025-03-2153 min
XenomaniaXenomania Episode 11: Luck Runs Out – The Madness of LeprechaunXenomania Episode 11: Luck Runs Out – The Madness of Leprechaun
In this special episode of Xenomania, Jon, Ryan, and Kearns dive headfirst into the wild, weird, and wonderfully ridiculous world of Leprechaun (1993). From its bizarre mix of horror and comedy to Warwick Davis’s delightfully deranged performance, the hosts break down what makes this cult classic both absurdly entertaining and strangely unsettling.
They explore the film’s unexpected legacy—spawning a franchise that careens from Las Vegas to outer space—and debate whether Leprechaun is just schlocky fun or a fever dream of cinematic chaos. Along the way, t...2025-03-131h 14
XenomaniaPhantasm II: Bigger, Badder, Ballsier! | Xenomania Ep. 10Xenomania – Episode 10: Phantasm II
Jon, Ryan, and Kearns continue their deep dive into the Phantasm saga with a breakdown of Phantasm II (1988), the bigger, bloodier, and more action-packed sequel to Don Coscarelli’s surreal horror classic. They explore the film’s shift toward high-energy horror, its wild special effects, and the expanded mythology of the Tall Man’s eerie dominion. From Reggie’s transformation into a chainsaw-wielding hero to the relentless silver spheres, this episode examines how Phantasm II carved out its own place in horror history. Was the studio-backed sequel a worthy successor, or did it lose the d...2025-03-061h 12
eCommerce AustraliaThe Social Media Playbook: How to Make Your Brand Unforgettable (with Teri Kearns)Get Your SEO Audit Here Make Them Talk Chat GPT Prompts - Teri KearnsSocial media is the ultimate battleground for eCommerce brands—but most businesses are doing it wrong. In this episode, we sit down with social media expert and founder of Make Them Talk, Teri Kearns, to uncover the secrets to viral content, brand authenticity, and getting real engagement that actually leads to sales.If you're tired of posting content that goes nowhere, struggling to stand out from competitors, or wondering how to build a brand pe...2025-03-0353 minXenomaniaXenomania Episode Nine - PhantasmJon, Ryan, and Kearns take a deep dive into Don Coscarelli’s surreal cult classic Phantasm (1979), unraveling its nightmarish dream logic, eerie atmosphere, and the sinister presence of the Tall Man. They explore the film’s lasting impact on horror, its bizarre mythology, and how it bends the lines between reality and nightmare. From deadly silver spheres to interdimensional undertakers, this episode breaks down what makes Phantasm such an unsettling and unforgettable experience. Buckle up for a wild ride through one of horror’s strangest and most enigmatic films.
2025-02-271h 00XenomaniaXenomania Episode Eight - Re-ElectedThis week, Jon, Ryan, and Kearns dig up Re-Elected, a B-horror romp where zombie presidents crash an ill-fated Fourth of July reunion. With campy gore, absurd humor, and undead founding fathers, this indie flick is pure schlock—and we’re here for it. Is it a cult classic in the making or just another undead dud? Tune in as we dissect the carnage, the comedy, and the chaos in true Xenomania fashion!
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XenomaniaXenomania Episode Seven - My Bloody ValentineXenomania – Episode: "My Bloody Valentine: The Slasher That Stole Our Hearts"
Jon, Ryan, and Kearns dig into the cult classic My Bloody Valentine (1981) and its blood-soaked 2009 remake. From the original’s gritty, small-town horror to the remake’s 3D gore-fest, the trio breaks down what makes this Valentine’s Day slasher a fan favorite. They discuss the eerie setting, the legend of Harry Warden, and why the pickaxe-wielding killer still haunts horror fans decades later. Expect deep-cut trivia, behind-the-scenes stories, and a debate on which version delivers the most heart-stopping scares.
Roses are red, violets are blue...2025-02-131h 06
XenomaniaFright Night 2 - Xenomania Episode SixIn episode six of Xenomania, Jon, Ryan, and Kearns sink their teeth into Fright Night Part 2 (1988) and Fright Night (2011), debating which sequel (or reboot) reigns supreme. Along the way, they take a few wild detours into Batman lore and The Dark Tower series—because why not? Vampires, vigilantes, and ka-tet connections collide in this horror-fueled deep dive!
2025-02-061h 04XenomaniaFright Night - Xenomania Episode FiveXenomania Episode Five – Fright Night
Sink your fangs into this one, horror fiends! Jon, Ryan, and Kearns sink their teeth into Fright Night (1985) and its 2011 remake, breaking down what makes Jerry Dandrige such a suave but sinister vampire. The guys reminisce about the 80s obsession with 3D effects, from flying stakes to in-your-face horror gimmicks, and debate whether the remake holds up to the original’s campy charm. Plus, let’s be real—none of us should trust Colin Farrell around our moms. Tune in for laughs, nostalgia, and plenty of bloodsucking fun!
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XenomaniaXenomania Episode Four - ZombiologyEpisode 4: Zombiology: Enjoy Yourself Tonight
In this episode of Xenomania, Jon, Ryan, and Kearns sink their teeth into the chaotic, action-packed Hong Kong zombie film Zombiology: Enjoy Yourself Tonight. The trio unpacks the movie’s wild mix of absurd humor, over-the-top action, and emotional depth, exploring how it stands apart from traditional zombie fare. From a giant chicken monster to themes of family and redemption, they dissect the film’s unique style and its cultural impact. Is it pure madness, or is there brilliance in the chaos? Tune in as they dive into this genre-bending, blood-soaked romp and...2025-01-2334 minXenomaniaXenomania Episode Three - OverlordEpisode 3: Overlord – Fast Zombies, Wyatt Russell, and Cloverfield Connections
In this adrenaline-pumping episode of Xenomania, Jon, Ryan, and Kearns dive headfirst into 2018’s WWII cult horror thriller, Overlord. We revisit the eternal debate: fast zombies vs. slow zombies—do speed and terror go hand in hand? The conversation shifts to Wyatt Russell's gripping performance and how he’s carving his own path in Hollywood while standing in the shadow of his legendary father, Kurt Russell. Finally, we can’t resist speculating about Overlord’s place in the Cloverfield universe—is it part of the mythos or just a distant cous...2025-01-1642 minXenomaniaXenomania Episode Two - Dead SnowEpisode 2: "Dead Snow: Nazis, Zombies, and Snowy Gore Galore"
Jon, Ryan, and Kearns dissect the cult horror-comedy Dead Snow, the Norwegian film that pits hapless students against an undead army of Nazi zombies.
2025-01-0955 minXenomaniaXenomania Episode One - Nosferatu 2024Xenomania Episode One: Nosferatu (2024) In the debut episode of Xenomania, the hosts dive deep into Robert Eggers' highly anticipated remake of Nosferatu (2024). They explore the film’s roots in cinematic history, tracing its lineage back to F.W. Murnau’s 1922 silent classic. The episode discusses how Eggers reimagines this Gothic tale for a modern audience while preserving its eerie, expressionist essence. The hosts unpack the performances of the star-studded cast, the atmospheric cinematography, and the film’s devotion to period-accurate detail. They also explore the thematic resonance of vampirism, isolation, and forbidden desire as portrayed in both the original and Eg...2025-01-0132 min
Courier ConversationsThe Enduring Impact of Reformation Day on Modern Faith and TheologySend us a textExplore the transformative legacy of Reformation Day with us and our distinguished guest, Dr. Walter Johnson, a seasoned expert in church history and theology. Discover how the monumental events sparked by Martin Luther's 95 Theses in 1517 continue to shape modern faith and emphasize the importance of returning to biblical authority. Through engaging discussions, we reflect on the profound reactions of students encountering historical figures like John Bunyan and Jonathan Edwards, underscoring the enduring influence of Reformation principles on contemporary religious thought.We also tackle the necessity of engaging with differing theological views...2024-10-3126 min
Dronecast: Rethinking Public Safety, One Drone at a TimeMeet Joe Kearns: The New Voice of DroneCastIn this special mini-episode of DroneCast, host John McLeod introduces Joe Kearns as the new co-host of the podcast. John begins by reflecting on DroneCast's success since its launch in 2024, highlighting the valuable conversations and advice shared by guests. He explains that adding Joe as a co-host will allow the podcast to explore a broader range of topics and interests.Joe Kearns, the Strategic Partnerships Manager at DroneSense, shares his background in the UAS industry. He recounts how he first became interested in drones while working as a field estimator, seeing their potential to solve practical problems...2024-10-2111 min
Irish Stew PodcastS6E14: John Kearns – Relentless WriterIrish Stew delves into the rich world of Irish American literature through the eyes and pen of guest John Kearns, a New Yorker by way of Philadelphia and a relentless storyteller in short stories, novels, plays, poetry, screenwriting, and song.Our conversation explores John’s creative processes, the importance of maintaining cultural roots, the differences between Irish American identities in Philadelphia and New York, and his long run as the curator of the monthly Irish American Writers & Artists Salon. From an early age, he’s always been writing, inspired by his family story, cultural heritage, and his deep...2024-09-2359 min
Stories: the true and the fictional#139 - Martin Kearns Returns...againOur sponsor Martin Kearns is back to talk all things books (Including his new one 'The tides of Nirvanah') while wandering off on our usual tangents.
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TwoMacs PodcastTwoMacs Podcast Ep 13Martin talks to Damian 'mor' O'Neill, the local Irish language worker, about Irish culture. They discuss history, literature and sport and uncover some curious but little known stories of old. As Damian says of history, "Staire casta é" - that is, it's complex, twisted...The book Martin reads from at the start of the podcast is The Fitzgeralds and the Kennedys by Doris Kearns Goodwin.2024-08-0346 min
Chicago Humanities TapesMartin Luther King Jr. by Chicago’s 2024 Pulitzer Prize Winner Jonathan EigKing: A Life has just won the 2024 Pulitzer Prize in biography, and it was penned by Chicago’s own Jonathan Eig. He sits down with the Interview Show’s Mark Bazer for an engrossing conversation digging into never before heard information from Martin Luther King’s FBI files as well as King’s lasting impact on America. This program was recorded live at Chicago Humanities in May 2023. Purchase tickets to 5/21/24 Doris Kearns Goodwin with Jonathan Eig here. SHOW NOTES: Read the podcast transcript. PHOTO: Jonathan Eig and Mark Bazer at the Chop Sho...2024-05-1451 minChicago Humanities TapesMartin Luther King Jr. by Chicago’s 2024 Pulitzer Prize Winner Jonathan EigKing: A Life has just won the 2024 Pulitzer Prize in biography, and it was penned by Chicago’s own Jonathan Eig. He sits down with the Interview Show’s Mark Bazer for an engrossing conversation digging into never before heard information from Martin Luther King’s FBI files as well as King’s lasting impact on America. This program was recorded live at Chicago Humanities in May 2023. Purchase tickets to 5/21/24 Doris Kearns Goodwin with Jonathan Eig here. SHOW NOTES: Read the podcast transcript. PHOTO: Jonathan Eig and Mark Bazer at the Chop Sho...2024-05-1451 min
Chicago Humanities TapesMartin Luther King Jr. by Chicago’s 2024 Pulitzer Prize Winner Jonathan EigKing: A Life has just won the 2024 Pulitzer Prize in biography, and it was penned by Chicago’s own Jonathan Eig. He sits down with the Interview Show’s Mark Bazer for an engrossing conversation digging into never before heard information from Martin Luther King’s FBI files as well as King’s lasting impact on America. This program was recorded live at Chicago Humanities in May 2023. Purchase tickets to 5/21/24 Doris Kearns Goodwin with Jonathan Eig here. SHOW NOTES: Read the podcast transcript. PHOTO: Jonathan Eig and Mark Bazer at the Chop Sho...2024-05-1451 min
Explore the Latest Full Audiobooks in History, The AmericasAn Unfinished Love Story: A Personal History of the 1960s by Doris Kearns GoodwinPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/704648to listen full audiobooks.
Title: An Unfinished Love Story: A Personal History of the 1960s
Author: Doris Kearns Goodwin
Narrator: Doris Kearns Goodwin
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 17 hours 38 minutes
Release date: April 16, 2024
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.6 of Total 40
Ratings of Narrator: 4.71 of Total 14
Genres: The Americas
Publisher's Summary:
Narrated by Doris Kearns Goodwin with the star of Breaking Bad, Bryan Cranston! The audio edition also includes archival recordings of John F. Kennedy, Lyndon B. Johnson, and Robert F. Kennedy. The #1 New York Times bestseller from “America’s historian-in-chief” (New York magazine). An Unfinished Love Story...2024-04-165h 38
Explore the Latest Full Audiobooks in History, The AmericasAn Unfinished Love Story: A Personal History of the 1960s by Doris Kearns GoodwinPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/704648 to listen full audiobooks. Title: An Unfinished Love Story: A Personal History of the 1960s Author: Doris Kearns Goodwin Narrator: Doris Kearns Goodwin Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 17 hours 38 minutes Release date: April 16, 2024 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.6 of Total 40 Ratings of Narrator: 4.71 of Total 14 Genres: The Americas Publisher's Summary: Narrated by Doris Kearns Goodwin with the star of Breaking Bad, Bryan Cranston! The audio edition also includes archival recordings of John F. Kennedy, Lyndon B. Johnson, and Robert F. Kennedy. The #1 New York Times bestseller from “America’s historian-in-chief” (New York magazine). An Unfinished Love S...2024-04-1603 minDownload High-Quality Full Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, MemoirsAn Unfinished Love Story: A Personal History of the 1960s by Doris Kearns GoodwinPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/704648to listen full audiobooks.
Title: An Unfinished Love Story: A Personal History of the 1960s
Author: Doris Kearns Goodwin
Narrator: Doris Kearns Goodwin
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 17 hours 38 minutes
Release date: April 16, 2024
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.57 of Total 30
Ratings of Narrator: 4.7 of Total 10
Genres: Memoirs
Publisher's Summary:
Narrated by Doris Kearns Goodwin with the star of Breaking Bad, Bryan Cranston! The audio edition also includes archival recordings of John F. Kennedy, Lyndon B. Johnson, and Robert F. Kennedy. The #1 New York Times bestseller from “America’s historian-in-chief” (New York magazine). An Unfinished Love Story: A Pers...2024-04-165h 38
Free Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, MemoirsAn Unfinished Love Story: A Personal History of the 1960s by Doris Kearns GoodwinPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/704648 to listen full audiobooks. Title: An Unfinished Love Story: A Personal History of the 1960s Author: Doris Kearns Goodwin Narrator: Doris Kearns Goodwin Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 17 hours 38 minutes Release date: April 16, 2024 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.57 of Total 30 Ratings of Narrator: 4.7 of Total 10 Genres: Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Narrated by Doris Kearns Goodwin with the star of Breaking Bad, Bryan Cranston! The audio edition also includes archival recordings of John F. Kennedy, Lyndon B. Johnson, and Robert F. Kennedy. The #1 New York Times bestseller from “America’s historian-in-chief” (New York magazine). An Unfinished Love Story...2024-04-1603 minExplore the Latest Full Audiobooks in Better in Audio, Celebrity NarratorsAn Unfinished Love Story: A Personal History of the 1960s by Doris Kearns GoodwinPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/704648to listen full audiobooks.
Title: An Unfinished Love Story: A Personal History of the 1960s
Author: Doris Kearns Goodwin
Narrator: Doris Kearns Goodwin
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 17 hours 38 minutes
Release date: April 16, 2024
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.57 of Total 30
Ratings of Narrator: 4.7 of Total 10
Genres: Celebrity Narrators
Publisher's Summary:
Narrated by Doris Kearns Goodwin with the star of Breaking Bad, Bryan Cranston! The audio edition also includes archival recordings of John F. Kennedy, Lyndon B. Johnson, and Robert F. Kennedy. The #1 New York Times bestseller from "America's historian-in-chief" (New York magazine). An Unfinished Love Story...2024-04-165h 38
Explore the Latest Free Audiobooks in Better in Audio, Celebrity NarratorsAn Unfinished Love Story: A Personal History of the 1960s by Doris Kearns GoodwinPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/704648 to listen full audiobooks. Title: An Unfinished Love Story: A Personal History of the 1960s Author: Doris Kearns Goodwin Narrator: Doris Kearns Goodwin Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 17 hours 38 minutes Release date: April 16, 2024 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.57 of Total 30 Ratings of Narrator: 4.7 of Total 10 Genres: Celebrity Narrators Publisher's Summary: Narrated by Doris Kearns Goodwin with the star of Breaking Bad, Bryan Cranston! The audio edition also includes archival recordings of John F. Kennedy, Lyndon B. Johnson, and Robert F. Kennedy. The #1 New York Times bestseller from "America's historian-in-chief" (New York magazine). An Unfinished Love...2024-04-1603 min
CBS News Sunday Morning with Jane PauleyDetained in Russia, Steve Martin, Extraordinary Birder
Hosted by Jane Pauley. Seth Doane reports on the heartbreaking ordeal of Alsu Kurmasheva, a journalist detained in Russia, while Lesley Stahl investigates efforts to free Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, who has spent nearly a year in a Moscow prison. Also: Tracy Smith sits down with comedian Steve Martin, who is now the subject of an Apple TV+ documentary; Robert Costa profiles historian Doris Kearns Goodwin; Martha Teichner talks with author Percival Everett about his new novel, "James"; Kelefa Sanneh interviews Fareed Zakaria, host of CNN's "GPS"; and Nancy Giles meets Christopher Cooper, the "Extraordinary Birder."
2024-03-241h 06Stories: the true and the fictional#115 - Lieutenant Dan T-RexMartin Kearns stops by for a chat about the latest in nerd news, Gargoyles, Batman and another instalment of correcting ign on their list of the best Keanu Reeves movies.
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Called to be Bad"Trans Body Theology" with Shannon TL Kearns--Called to be Bad Podcast Season Three Premier!Send us a text“Transitioning gave me back my body, which is what I expected, right, I expected to have this new relationship with my body and that will be great. What I didn’t also expect, was that transitioning gave me back my faith.” In this episode of CTBB I talk with ordained priest, playwright/screenwriter, and theologian Shannon TL Kearns about body theology through a trans lens. Shannon is a transgender man who believes in the transformative power of stories. We begin by hearing Shannon’s story of how he discovered his queerness and trans...2023-11-131h 00
ThunderCast: Charged-Up Insights for People in TechEp 21: Martin Kearns on OKRs and Consequential GovernanceChris McGowan sits down with organisational strategy expert Martin Kearns once again to talk about the intricacies of OKRs, the challenges leaders face in aligning their teams, and driving results. From the pitfalls of emotional decision-making to the nuances of inside-out vs. outside-in approaches, this episode is a masterclass in leadership and strategy. Tune in to discover how to navigate the choppy waters of Q2 and beyond. 2023-09-2953 min
ThunderCast: Charged-Up Insights for People in TechEp 9: Martin Kearns on Navigating Agile: Challenges & Insights for Corporate AustraliaIn this episode, Chris McGowan engages in a deep conversation with agile expert Martin Kearns about their experiences with the world of agile and its implications in corporate Australia. They discuss the challenges faced by organizations in adopting agile methodologies, the need for constant assessment and adaptation, and the misconceptions surrounding agile practices.
They also explore the shifts they've made in their approach over the years, embracing vulnerability, and finding value in authenticity. Join them as they share valuable insights and discuss the importance of self-reflection and adaptation in a rapidly changing world.2023-06-301h 08
OTB FootballLOI Matchday with Kearns, Martin & GeorgeWelcome to the latest edition of the LOI Matchday podcast.
Off The Ball's magazine-style podcast covers all of the matches in both divisions of the SSE Airtricity League with exclusive interviews and previews of all the action.
This week, host Stephen Doyle is joined by Shelbourne goalkeeper Conor Kearns who discusses the club's new owner and this Friday's derby against the Saints.
Dundalk's John Martin talks about watching his clubmate frustrate James McClean on Lansdowne Road and the feeling of scoring a late winner.
Treaty United forward Dean George talks about playoff hopes and a tricky trip to Athlone.2023-06-2219 minOTB League of Ireland PodcastLOI Matchday with Kearns, Martin & GeorgeWelcome to the latest edition of the LOI Matchday podcast.
Off The Ball's magazine-style podcast covers all of the matches in both divisions of the SSE Airtricity League with exclusive interviews and previews of all the action.
This week, host Stephen Doyle is joined by Shelbourne goalkeeper Conor Kearns who discusses the club's new owner and this Friday's derby against the Saints.
Dundalk's John Martin talks about watching his clubmate frustrate James McClean on Lansdowne Road and the feeling of scoring a late winner.
Treaty United forward Dean George talks about playoff hopes and a tricky trip to Athlone.2023-06-2219 minOTB FootballLOI Matchday EXTRA with Kearns, Martin & GeorgeThis is a bonus LOI Matchday podcast on Off The Ball - which is released every Thursday ahead of all of the weekend action in the SSE Airtricity League.
On the extra podcast, you can enjoy the full version of all three interviews with host Stephen Doyle and Shelbourne goalkeeper Conor Kearns, Dundalk's John Martin and Treaty United forward Dean George.2023-06-2244 minOTB League of Ireland PodcastLOI Matchday EXTRA with Kearns, Martin & GeorgeThis is a bonus LOI Matchday podcast on Off The Ball - which is released every Thursday ahead of all of the weekend action in the SSE Airtricity League.
On the extra podcast, you can enjoy the full version of all three interviews with host Stephen Doyle and Shelbourne goalkeeper Conor Kearns, Dundalk's John Martin and Treaty United forward Dean George.2023-06-2244 min
Queer TheologyI Followed Jesus Out with Tamice Spencer-HelmsTamice Spencer-Helms is a force and we are excited to share this interview with you as part of our Guest Series.
Tamice is a published author, speaker, and theologian based in Richmond, Virginia. After 16 years of full-time ministry, she founded Sub: Culture Incorporated, a nonprofit that provides holistic support and crisis relief for Black College Students. Over the years, Tamice has been a change-maker and pioneer for young people in her community. We talk with her about her book, “Faith Unleavened: The Wilderness Between Trayvon Martin & George Floyd”, and its important message for people of faith.
I...2023-06-181h 01
Millionaire Mentorship Podcast20 YEAR OLD Who Made $50,000 on his First Deal - Andres Martin
In this exciting podcast, I sit down with my student, Andres Martin, to discuss his success in the real estate industry. We begin with a brief introduction of Andres and learn about his background. He shares with us his journey from New Jersey to Des Moines, Iowa and why he decided to pursue a career in real estate.
We then dive into his experience and learn about his first deal and how he was able to step out of his comfort zone. Andres shares his unique approach to making deals using Prop Stream, an innovative platform that...2023-04-1930 min
Fifteen Minutes with FuzzThe Return of The Morning Buzz with Fuzz!Miss me, yet? It's back, baby! The Morning Buzz with Fuzz is here! Listen for the first episode of The Morning Buzz brought to you by Cousins Subs on Paradise Drive in West Bend and on Fond du Lac Avenue in Kewaskum! On today's show, you'll hear: The news with Bob DohrName That Ringtone! A Memorial Celebration of Mike Elliott with Blake ElliottAND STEVE FRIGGIN' KEARNS! If you like the show, please consider subscribing at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Google Podcasts. New episodes on Tuesday.Thanks for listening!...2023-04-011h 06
Growing the Good - The Mindful PodcastSeason 3 Episode 5 - Martin Seligman, Positive Psychology and Character StrengthsInspired by Authentic Happiness and Flourish by Martin Seligman, we explore the qualities of well-being, as identified in Positive Psychology, and learn how knowing your signature Character Strengths and ensuring balance can lead to being the happiest you that you can be.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/growing-the-good-the-mindful-podcast/donations2023-01-2823 min
Elm Radio2022 Holiday SpecialGuestsMario Rogic (twitter) (github)Matthew Griffith (twitter) (github)LinksElmcraft.orgJeroen's Elmcraft article ESLint equivalents in ElmMartin Janiczek's Elmcraft article on Let PolymorphismElmcraft project on GitHubElmcraft discordelm-codegenelm-gqlMatt's Strange Loop talk CodeGen with Types, for Humans, by HumansTail recursion modulo cons elm optimize level 2 prelm-review extractors featureelm-pages-v3-betaelm-pages Script (v3 feature)OpenAI whisper project on GitHubelm-watchelm-bookelm-widgetsL*a*b color spaceelm.develm-watch episodeelm-tailwind-modules color parameterization PR2022-12-191h 16Elm RadioDeliberate PracticePractice makes permanentFlow book by Mihaly CsikszentmihalyiKey Principles of Deliberate PracticeIsolationAppropriate level of challengeIntrospectionCode katasFuzz buzzTennis kataRoman Numerals KataGilded roseConstraint gamesTDD is a core tenant of katasExercismMartin Janiczek fuzz testing (and elm-test v2) episodeAdvent of CodeDillon's elm-katas starter repoElm Gilded Rose starter repoTCR (test commit revert)Dillon and Corey Haines pairing using TCR on the Gilded Rose kata in...2022-12-051h 15
Stories: the true and the fictionalStory Chat #29 - Martin Kearns returnsMartin Kearns returns for another chat. We talk about his books, Aussies jumping on the black Friday bandwagon, disappointing horror flicks and a whole lot more.
Guest info:
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Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzIXhRcUvPPAzpCL-_a9N...2022-12-021h 35Elm RadioTypes vs. TestsIs TDD Dead? (TDD is Dead and associated video discussions with TDD experts)Roc-lang's tagged unionsXP (Extreme Programming)80-20 rule (i.e. Pareto Principle)Amanda Laucher's ScalaDays talk Types vs TestsKent Beck's book TDD by Exampledtwrks/elm-bookMartin Janiczek's Elm Online talk on Storybook-driven developmentTalk with demo of program synthesisRelentless Tiny HabitsCode Katas2022-11-071h 09
The Weekend Sober33. How to learn from past mistakesKim and Catherine reflect on last week's interview with Martin Lockett. They discuss some of their own missteps with drinking and regrets as well as what they are grateful for in their sobriety. Tune in for some laughs and memorable moments.
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kim-kearns/support2022-09-0920 minThe Weekend Sober32. Interview with Martin Lockett: From Prison to PurposeCatherine and Kim's first interview of season 2 is a special one. Martin Lockett is an incredibly inspiring individual. He is a speaker, counselor and writer. Martin shares his story of triumph, recovery and healing. Tune in to hear the remarkable account of his life growing up in Portland, Oregon and the events that led to that fateful day so many years ago that changed his life forever.
Martin Lockett is a substance abuse counselor, author, public speaker, and advocate for reducing DUI fatalities. He spent 17.5 years in prison for a DUI fatality that claimed...2022-09-0236 minElm Radioelm-test v2 with Martin JaniczekMartin Janiczek (github) (twitter) (youtube)elm-test episodeFuzzing is also known as Property-Based TestingParameterized testsMartin's pure Elm text editor includes some fuzz testsMartin's pull request for the elm-test v2 changesIntegrated shrinking vs the value-based (AKA type-based) approachFuzz.andThen and Fuzz.filter (existed in 0.18 but were removed because they didn't shrink well)elm-test v2 upgrade guide and change notesPassing in random generators in elm-test v2 doesn't do shrinking so best to avoid that escape hatch and instead implement an equivalent fuzzerScott Wlaschin's post Choosing properties for property-based testingDiscourse post on call for testing help and how to install the beta releaseMartin's video...2022-08-011h 23
Stories: the true and the fictionalStory Chat #23 - Martin KearnsAuthor Martin Kearns joins Ryan and Jamie for their longest episode to date. We talk about his books, all things horror and go on many many tangents.
Learn more about about Martin @ https://www.readkearns.com
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Advertised on the showhttps://www.amazon.com.au/Almost-Human-Discovery-Ashleigh-Reverie-ebook/dp/B098TMZ8MH...2022-06-071h 43Elm RadioElm Store PatternMartin Janiczek (github) (twitter) (youtube)Martin's Store Pattern talkStore Pattern example GitHub repoGizra fetch pattern blog post elm-fetch, and Easier HTTP Requests to Reason withGizra elm-fetch packageRemoteData packageRemoteData blog post How Elm Slays a UI Antipatternelm-program-test is useful for integration testing data loadingelm-suspense proof-of-concept repoOkay to use Store pattern for mutations, just kick them off outside of dataRequestsDefunctionalizationWrap early, unwrap lateDerive from source of truth instead of storing derived data2022-06-061h 18
The B.rad PodcastDr. Anna Lembke: Dopamine Nation - Finding Balance In The Age Of Indulgence (And The Secret To Life In One Quote)“The body is a powerful instrument, and we often forget about it.” Listeners get ready for a powerful, impactful, thought-provoking show with Dr. Anna Lambke, the author of the sensational best-selling book Dopamine Nation: Finding Balance in the Age of Indulgence. I love how this conversation flowed so easily and comfortably through a variety of topics, especially starting out by talking about athletes and how the nature of addiction can permeate even what seems to be the healthy, fit part of the population, and especially how we’re all now vulnerable to all manner of dopamine seeking/dopami...2022-05-241h 04Elm RadioState of Elm 2022Martin Stewart (github)State of Elm 2022 GitHub RepoBrian Hicks' State of Elm talk from Elm EuropeBrian's State of Elm 2018 blog postGitHub issues for state of Elm repoelm-pages showcase pageMartin's GOTO conference talk - Hobby Scale: Making Web Apps with Minimal FussEvan's talk What is SuccessWhat's Working for Elm episodeMartin's Elm Online talk (including a preview of lamdera-test framework)2022-05-231h 20Elm RadioCategory Theory in Elm with Joël QuennevilleJoël Quenneville (Twitter)Elm's Universal Pattern episodeList.concatMap is the same pattern as andThen under a different nameandThen identity can be used to flatten somethingDillon's Combinators articleMartin Janiczek's elm-list-cartesian package gives two valid map2 implementions for ListMonoid - need a way of having something empty, and way to combine two things - for example addition for numbers starting with 0Jeroen's elm-review-simplify packageMore of Joël's distillation of category theory ideas:Running out of maps (applicatives)The Mechanics of Maybe (taking maybe apart and putting it back together)Two ways of looking at map functions (functors)Elm's un...2022-03-141h 19
The B.rad PodcastStrategies To Pursue Peak Performance With Passion Throughout Life, Part 1 (Breather Episode with Brad)Maintaining passion and competitive intensity throughout life, especially as we age and how we must manage the realities of aging with grace, is one of my favorite topics to discuss. In this episode, I’ll walk you through 14 tips and strategies to help you stay on the edge, while also avoiding the pitfalls of an overly stressful, unrealistic, exhausting approach. We’ll be talking about the most important and highly effective concepts to implement in order to adapt and age gracefully, such as adopting a primal mindset, doing something that “scares the shit of you every day” a la Bri...2022-03-0448 min
Irish Stew PodcastS3E6: Colin Broderick - Searing Storyteller of the IrishColin Broderick likes to tell stories, needs to tell them, be they dark, dank, and dangerous, be they bright, affirming, and knowing. It’s all there in his new film A Bend in the River, his highly personal tale of a writer returning to his native County Tyrone still in the shadows of “The Troubles,” confronting the life and loves he left behind and writing as if his life depended on it, with boxer-turned-actor John Duddy in the title role, and featuring Kathy Kiera Clarke of Derry Girls fame.After Tyrone came New York, where Colin s...2021-11-221h 04
Wordcrash!!!Wordcrash S1E5 - Fraudulent heroes and promiscuous animals on the arc with Martin Kearns and Arron S. GallagherFollow us on Twitter to vote for your favorite story idea @wordcrashgame.
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Martin Kearns
Beneath the Veil (The Valor of Valhalla Book 1)
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https://www.readkearns.com/
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Arron S. Gallagher
https://www.amazon.com/Aaron-S-Gallagher/e/B00TX9QYCW/
So Much Fire and So Many Plans
https://www.amazon.com/gp...2021-11-0234 minElm RadioLamderaMario Rogic (GitHub) (Twitter)LamderaLamdera 1.0 releaseElm Europe conference talk introducing LamderaElm Europe conference talk about Lamdera's EvergreenLamdera is about removing non-essential complexity - 6 conceptsStuff that happens for the client (in the browser)Stuff that happens in the server (like scheduled job)Data from client to backendData from backend to clientFrontend knows what it knowsBackend knows what it knowsLamdera docsSemantic boundaries (remove glue code)Real-time chat example app and other Lamdera example appsLamdera "Anti-Marketing" pageLamdera Discordelm-pkg-js specElm Online meetdown groupCalls email sending service through...2021-08-301h 31
The Post Human Podcast#38 The Post Human Podcast - Martin KearnsTodays Guest ..Author of the upcoming valor of valhalla trilogy promoting the first "beneath the veil" The powerful! Martin kearns!! Side notes: a very fun episode we covered a fair amount in this episode for such a short space of time.. Aliens, conspiracies, podcasts, movies.. Animation.. Tech.. His book a lot of segways and tangents. Excuse the mild editing had some tech difficulties and audio which didn't seem as bad post show.. However a fun and one of many!! You can follow him at @martinkearns20 And pre order his book here from his site www.readkearns.com--- Send in a...2021-07-221h 39
KaimancastInterview with author Martin KearnsIn this episode, Redd interviews Martin Kearns. Martin talks about his new novel Valor of Valhalla: Beneath the Veil. Redd also talks about his own novel, Dionykles. Redd and Martin talk about the Dune Audiobook, the work of Dean Koontz, Neil Gaiman, as well as In the Mouth of Madness.
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AADOM Radio-THE Podcast For Dental ManagersEpisode 76-AADOM Radio-The Missing Link w/Brandi Hooker Evans & Martin Kearns of Lighthouse360AADOM Radio & Lighthouse360 Present:Brandi Hooker Evans & Martin KearnsLearning Objectives:1. Develop verbiage that connects patients to administration to clinical care2. Recognize the opportunity in adversity, learn how to draw strength to empower your team's present and future3. Discover the keys to team cohesion, a fun office culture, and greater career satisfaction.Learn More About Brandi & Martin:Brandi has worked clinically since 2007. Through her consultancy, Stellar Outcomes, LLC, she has tailored practice improvement programs for individual dental offices as well as large speaking venues. Her versatile dental o...2021-03-2528 min
The B.rad PodcastBrad’s New Diet (Breather Episode with Brad)This podcast was inspired by an email exchange with my friend and former podcast guest Martin Brauns, who asked me what my diet is like these days.Reflecting on my current diet, it’s clear to me that while some things have changed, many other elements of my diet have remained the same. I still stay away from The Big Three (refined sugars, grains, and industrial seed oils), but one thing that I used to absolutely love making, salads, are gone. I can barely remember the last time I had one, and I haven’t ha...2021-03-0547 min
Go With JohnEpisode 12: Stanley Martin Custom Homes Project ManagersIn this special episode, John talks to three of Stanley Martin Custom Home’s Project Managers, Pat Kearns, Tim Brassfield, Craig Christman. They discuss what it means to be a project manager and even share a few stories.
2021-02-1854 min
The Agile RevolutionEpisode 189: The Alistair Cockburn Fan Club with Martin KearnsTony and Craig are at Agile Australia in Melbourne and they (finally) catch up with Martin Kearns, the Chief Digital Officer at Innodev and co-organiser of Scrum Australia, and they chat about: Alistair Cockburn gets mentioned at around the 2:30 minute mark, and Martin was responsible for first bringing him to Australia Being coached is … Continue reading →2021-01-0429 min
Auburn Investment Properties Podcast with Chris KearnsEpisode 027: Future Pacing and Practical LandlordingIn this Episode, we're going to take a look Future Pacing, which was a concept I brought up a few weeks ago, maybe in Episode 14 or 15, and how we can use that tool as a landlord to make our lives easier and the make things easier for our tenants. Broadly speaking, Future Pacing is a concept that coaches, speakers, etc use to get their clients or their audience to see a vision of something in the future, and then motivating someone to take consistent action to get that result. We'll talk about how we can use Future Pacing and th...2020-11-2048 minAADOM Radio-THE Podcast For Dental ManagersEpisode 68-AADOM Radio-Create Your Virtual Waiting Room w/Martin Kearns-Lighthouse 360AADOM Radio & Lighthouse 360 Present:Martin Kearns-Director of Customer MarketingLearning Objectives:Learn how to adapt your practice operations to add extra precautions by setting up a Virtual Waiting Room using the tools in your Patient Relationship Management software.- Minimize risk of exposure by adapting your practice to reduce in-person interactions- Build patient confidence by effectively communicating new policies, protocols, and expectations- Improve office efficiency and patient engagementLearn More About Martin:Martin Kearns is Director of Customer Marketing at Lighthouse 360. Martin...2020-10-2430 min
Thinkers & IdeasThe Ethical Algorithm with Michael KearnsMichael Kearns is Professor and the National Center Chair in the Computer and Information Science department of the University of Pennsylvania, where he has secondary appointments in Economics and the Wharton School. He has published widely in machine learning, artificial intelligence, algorithmic game theory, and quantitative finance.His latest book, The Ethical Algorithm: The Science of Socially Aware Algorithm Design, co-authored with University of Pennsylvania colleague Aaron Roth, explores the interplay between societal values and the expanding role of algorithms in our everyday lives. In a discussion with Martin Reeves, Chairman of the BCG Henderson Institute, Professor...2020-09-1529 minElm Radioelm-testelm-test Basicselm-test NPM packageelm-explorations/test Elm packageelm-test init commandRunning elm-test finds exposed values of type TestTDD PrinciplesTesting in Elm is easier because it's just expectations of input to output (deterministic)TDD is a design practice tooProgramming by IntentionWriting test first makes code testable & decoupledRed, green, refactorYAGNI"Make the change easy, then make the easy change"Kent Beck's TDD by ExampleHere's a staring template of a code kata in Elm that you can use to practiceEmily Bache has many more code katas you can practice on her GitHubFuzz TestingAlso...2020-08-101h 00
The B.rad PodcastInsights from the book Deep Work by Cal Newport: Part 1 (Breather Episode with Brad)(Breather) Deep Work is about building the mindset and habits to eliminate distraction and focus on producing high quality, meaningful work. This book was written by Cal Newport, a computer science professor at Georgetown University who has authored six self-improvement books. He also writes the Study Hacks blog, which is focused on academic and career success. I obtained tons of helpful insights, motivation, and practical tips from this book that have helped me minimize distractions and improve my workday habits, so I consolidated them into two Breather shows providing highlights and tips from the book. ...2020-06-0529 min
Talk Cinephilia to Me"The Texas Chainsaw Massacre" in context of Tobe Hooper's "The Heisters", "Down Friday Street", and "Eggshells"We discuss Tobe Hooper's "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre", then look at Hooper's earlier films, "The Heister", "Down Friday Street", and "Eggshells", and examine again "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre" in light of them. There are some caveats in this episode concerning my hazarding an interpretation of "Eggshells", which I did in the moment in respect of obvious conflict concerning the 1960s counter-culture giving into what might be considered middle class values. Though the movie does comment on such, it is not cut and dry, and complexity is layered with fractured, incomplete truths. I may take a couple of weeks more...2020-05-081h 32
Spoilerpiece TheatreEpisode #279: "The Irishman" "Charlie's Angels," "The Good Liar," "Golda's Balcony," "My Polish Honeymoon," and "Flawless"It’s a bountifully loaded week at Spoilerpiece! First, Megan talks about THE GOOD LIAR (3:00), starring Helen Mirren and Ian McKellen as two olds locked in a battle of rapidly aging wits. Is it good? Or is it just that Mirren and McKellen are good in an otherwise lackluster flick? Moving on to the Boston Jewish Film Festival, Evan talks briefly about the Tovah Feldshuh-starring GOLDA’S BALCONY (11:59). Then he and Megan share thoughts on MY POLISH HONEYMOON (14:40) and FLAWLESS (21:52). Finally, Megan and Dave deconstruct Elizabeth Banks’ CHARLIE’S ANGELS (29:29) reboot before getting into the Martin Scorsese opus THE IRISHMAN...2019-11-151h 00Spoilerpiece Theatre"Unbelievable," "Lucy in the Sky," "Memory: The Origins of Alien," and "The King of Comedy"This week Megan blows Evan’s mind when she reveals some shocking new information to him about corn. Yes, corn. She and Dave kick off the show by reviewing the utterly disappointing MEMORY: THE ORIGINS OF ALIEN (3:35), a behind-the-scenes documentary that repeats all the same old stories about Ridley Scott’s beloved 1979 film. Then Evan and Dave cover Martin Scorsese’s often-overlooked gem THE KING OF COMEDY (14:38), detailing why JOKER is such an unsuccessful attempt to mimic it. Next Dave and Megan review LUCY IN THE SKY (23:42), a movie so frustrating they wish they didn’t have to talk about it...2019-10-111h 05AADOM Radio-THE Podcast For Dental ManagersEpisode 40-AADOM Radio-5 Things to Stop Doing Manually w/Martin Kearns of Lighthouse360AADOM Radio & Lighthouse360 Present:
Martin Kearns
Director of Partnerships & Events
PODCAST SUMMARY:
• In survey after survey, we’ve heard dental office managers report that the number of tasks they’re being asked to absorb in the practice is increasing – and that in most cases with no increase in staff to support the growing to-do list.
• Proof point from our 2017 survey: In 70% of offices, front desk responsibilities have increased over the last two years. At the same time, in 63% of practices, staff has stayed the same or decreased.
• In addition, dental office managers are...2019-06-2835 minSpoilerpiece TheatreEpisode #244: "Leaving Neverland," "Surviving R. Kelly," "After Life," and "Border"We've been busy at Spoilerpiece! After doing a not-so-deep dive into the power of cocaine in 1980s rap-rock fusions, Evan, Kris, and Dave get down to what they saw this week. First is Dave with Ricky Gervais’ Netflix series “After Life” (2:32). (Note: Dave makes reference to Mel Gibson’s THE PASSION OF THE CHRIST at about the 11:30 mark, but mistakenly calls it THE LAST TEMPTATION OF CHRIST which is Martin Scorsese’s hot take on whether Jesus was a hippie.) At 15:47, Evan covers SURVIVING R. KELLY and LEAVING NEVERLAND, two documentaries about accusations of abuse by R. Kelly (the answer’s i...2019-03-1551 min
The B.rad PodcastMartin Brauns: Retired Silicon Valley CEO and Evolved LeaderMartin is the retired CEO of Interwoven, Inc. and all around peak performer striving to balance his natural competitive intensity with an evolved perspective. At Interwoven, Martin presided over a classic dotcom startup sensation, taking the web content management software company from the basement to a successful public offering at breakneck speed, riding the wave to a $6 billion valuation at one point, and then having to abruptly shift gears to weather the economic collapse and keep the entity thriving. Interwoven was later acquired by a larger enterprise and technically still exists today—probably a one in 100 success story in th...2018-12-041h 41
Queer Theology“They tried to bury us…” – John 12:20-33Here are some highlights from this week’s episode:
“They tried to bury us, they didn’t know we were seeds.” – poet Dinos Christianopoulos
When you do what is right, it has repercussions that are so much bigger than you might live to see, and you do it anyway
We’re reading The Last Week in Sanctuary Collective which situates the last week of Jesus’s life in the context of what was going on historically, politically, and theologically
Martin Luther King’s Last Speech: “I’ve Been To The Mountaintop”
Politics of Jesus webinar is happening Sunday March 18 @ 2:00pm east...2018-03-1300 min
Todd Martin RealtorMeet The Newest Member Of The Todd Martin GroupThe Todd Martin Group is growing in leaps and bounds. We are always looking to add services and individuals to our team to help you with your real estate needs. That’s why I’m excited to introduce you to our new buyer’s agent, Michael Kearns. To learn more about Michael, watch this short video.2017-11-0800 minSpoilerpiece TheatreEpisode #130: "Hidden Figures" and Martin Scorsese's "Silence"Dave and Kris are back to start 2017 in style! This week the guys examine their favorite karaoke songs through the lens of 90s front men before they get to the movies. First, Dave shares his experience growing up as a Rush fan (at 6:58), and the sadness he felt watching the documentary RUSH: TIME STAND STILL for the second time. His story reminds Kris of DEATHGASM, an awesome movie about metal kids that he strongly encourages Dave and Evan to see. Next, Kris reviews HIDDEN FIGURES (at 16:50), a charming true story about three African American women working for NASA during...2017-01-061h 14
The Primal Kitchen Podcast#101: Martin Keen, CEO of Focal Upright FurnitureHost Brad Kearns talks with Martin Keen, CEO of Focal Upright Furniture—a cutting edge company headquartered in Rhode Island. Focal Upright is responsible for a wildly popular line of functional furniture products, including their unique leaning and mobile seats and assorted upright desk options. Martin discusses the many health hazards of prolonged sitting (electrical activity ceases in your leg muscles, fat metabolism enzymes decline by 90%, calorie burning minimizes, blood flow to brain is reduced, spine is compressed, hip flexors tighten, etc.) and how assuming an upright position can deliver exceptional health benefits.
Unlike other standup desk setups t...2016-01-0536 min
The Primal Kitchen Podcast#101: Martin Keen, CEO of Focal Upright FurnitureHost Brad Kearns talks with Martin Keen, CEO of Focal Upright Furniture—a cutting edge company headquartered in Rhode Island. Focal Upright is responsible for a wildly popular line of functional furniture products, including their unique leaning and mobile seats and assorted upright desk options. Martin discusses the many health hazards of prolonged sitting (electrical activity ceases in your leg muscles, fat metabolism enzymes decline by 90%, calorie burning minimizes, blood flow to brain is reduced, spine is compressed, hip flexors tighten, etc.) and how assuming an upright position can deliver exceptional health benefits.
Unlike other standup desk setups t...2016-01-0536 minSpoilerpiece TheatreEpisode #72: "Creed," "The Good Dinosaur," with bonus "Planes, Trains, and Automobiles," and every "Rocky" movie!Happy Thanksgiving! We at Spoilerpiece couldn't help but launch into a short riff about the beauty of John Hughes' "Planes, Trains, and Automobiles." It's that time of year, and it's also funny to hear Steve Martin say, "I do not play with my balls." Then Kris and Evan get into "The Good Dinosaur," which, to hear them tell it, ain't a good movie. And finally, Kris spoilerpieces the hell out of "Creed," the new "Rocky" movie that is apparently better than it has any right to be. There's also a Henry update and a brief installment of "Riedel's Recaps."...2015-11-271h 01
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Follow Audrey on...2014-11-051h 04Queer TheologySanding Down the Edges John 1:1-18How does history treat heroes? What do Martin Luther King Jr., the Stonewall Riots, Jesus, and Harvey Milk have in common? What does this John passage mean to queer and trans people? Tune in for a lively discussion about what it means to be prophetic.
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