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Women Transforming Energy & ResourcesDani Alexander, Chief Executive Officer, UNSW Energy Institute and Matt Walden, Deloitte“It’s too good, too interesting, and too important” In this episode, UNSW Energy Institute CEO, Dani Alexander, chats with our Deloitte host, Matt Walden, about how integral R&D is to unlock the technologies pivotal to decarbonisation. Dani speaks about the incredible impact and influence of the female sponsors and mentors that have been real champions of change during her career. She also passionately highlights the role of consumer energy resources and the importance of integrating these rapidly evolving clean technologies into the grid as part of the energy transition. Dani closes out by...2025-06-1623 min
Know Your EnemyConclave (2024) (w/ Brandon Taylor) [TEASER]Listen to the rest of this premium episode by subscribing at patreon.com/knowyourenemy.With the papal conclave convening in Rome to pick Pope Francis's successor, Matt and Sam are joined by novelist Brandon Taylor to discuss the 2024 film Conclave, directed by Edward Berger and starring Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci, John Lithgow, and Isabella Rossellini. The film, as you might guess, depicts the shabby and conspiratorial inner-workings of a (fictional) College of Cardinals as they go about picking a new pope. Fun movie! Great chat!Furthering Reading:Brandon Taylor, Real Life, (2020)— Fi...2025-05-0803 min
For the Life of the World / Yale Center for Faith & CultureHow to Read Henry David Thoreau / Lawrence Buell"I went to the woods because I wished to live deliberately, to front only the essential facts of life, and see if I could not learn what it had to teach, and not, when I came to die, discover that I had not lived. I did not wish to live what was not life, living is so dear; nor did I wish to practice resignation, unless it was quite necessary. I wanted to live deep and suck out all the marrow of life.” (Henry David Thoreau, Walden)In 1845, when he was 27 years old, Henry David Thoreau walked a...2024-11-131h 00
Know Your EnemyMore Mailbag, More Friends [Teaser]Listen to the rest of this premium episode by subscribing at patreon.com/knowyourenemyMatt and Sam continue the 100th episode extravaganza by answering more truly excellent listener questions and hear from more friends of the show. Topics include: leftwing politics and orthodox Christianity, how to maintain hope (especially on the socialist left), learning to love Freud, complicated family politics, and more! Plus: Dissent co-editor Tash Lewis sings "Happy Birthday" to Matt in Welsh.Sources:Charles Péguy, Portal of the Mystery of Hope (1911)Wesley Hill, "After Boomer Religion," Commonweal, April 29, 20192024-09-2604 min
Blue Planet StoriesMatthew David Nelson. Life Lessons from a Macedonian Philosopher-Shepherd.Matthew David Nelson is a travel photographer and writer from Des Moines, Iowa. He is an advocate for sustainable travel and citizen diplomacy, he has undertaken projects in ten countries, primarily in the Western Balkans, India, and Nepal.Matthew’s work has been published in National Geographic Traveller Magazine, Resonate (Norway), and Get Lost! (AU), among others. His photographs have appeared in exhibitions and shows in Athens, Greece, and Prishtina, Kosovo. He is also a freelance contributor to travel guidebooks.We interview Matthew and read his story, Life Lessons from...2024-08-1841 min
Green Rush'AI is a self-feeding monster' - Why thrifting and substitution can't hold back tech metal demandManufacturers may try to skimp on critical minerals, but scale and complexity will eventually drive demand higher, said Mike Walden, senior director at TECHCET.Last week Walden recorded an episode of Green Rush with Matt Watson, founder of Precious Metals Commodity Management LLC. Electrification and AI are going to need a lot of critical minerals and precious metals, noted the two guests. AI is going to require massive data centers, which will be very power hungry. Solar power has also been making big strides. "Solar photo-voltaic on its own is a massive market," no...2024-07-1240 min
Studio Sessions15. Turn On, Tune In, Drop Out: Finding Meaning in Art, Film, and LifeHave you ever felt an urge to just drop out? Break away from the norm and live on your own terms? This episode explores that feeling, drawing from the film "The Arrangement" and the documentary "Alone in the Wilderness." We discuss midlife crises, searching for meaning, and the value of making things by hand. It's about questioning if we're truly living our own lives or just following someone else's plan.We also examine how documentaries balance truth and the filmmaker's perspective, especially in films like "Past Lives" that make us think about our surroundings and what shapes...2024-03-051h 09
WCM's Park UpdateGlampitect: The Park that Partnered with Matthew McConaugheyToday's guest is Blake Smith, founder of Walden Retreats in Texas. We spoke to him about how he raised the capital for his glamping project, the details of Walden Retreats' backend operations, and the partnership with Matthew McConaughey's bourbon brand that had a huge impact on his business.
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The Unique Hospitality PodcastThe Glampground that Partnered with Matthew McConaugheyToday's guest is Blake Smith, Founder of Walden Retreats in Texas. We speak to him about how he raised the capital for his glamping project, the details of Walden Retreats' backend operations, and the partnership with Matthew McConaughey's bourbon brand that had a huge impact on his business.Glampitect North America is preparing to develop glamping resorts of our own. If you're interested in investing, just fill out this form - it only takes 30 seconds.Take our online glamping assessment Visit Glampitect North America's websiteEmail Glampitect North America: contact@gl...2024-02-1453 min
Skeptical Inquirer Audio EditionA Skeptical Approach to Guilt and Innocence in the Judicial Realm by Matthew J. Sharps, Kyle Villarama, Frankie Rios, and Jana L. Price-SharpsSharps et al. examine anomalies in the judicial process where decisions deviate from pure evidence and logic, influenced by psychological factors such as the just-world hypothesis, imagination, and dissociation. Through experimental studies, the article highlights how violence in crime scenarios and dissociative tendencies affect judgments, demonstrating that cognitive biases can distort attributions of guilt and innocence, often to the detriment of victims. Read this article and find accompanying references at: https://skepticalinquirer.org/2023/12/a-skeptical-approach-to-guilt-and-innocence-in-the-judicial-realm/ About the Author: Matthew J. Sharps is professor of psychology at the California State University, Fresno. He...2024-01-0117 min
Richmond Racial Equity EssaysBuilding a Solidarity Economy with Renee Hatcher and Matthew SlaatsAt the intersection of racism and economics, Ebony talks with Renee Hatcher from University of Illinois Chicago Law School’s Community Enterprise & Solidarity Economy Clinic and Matthew Slaats, PHD candidate at University of Virginia and member of the Virginia Solidarity Economy Network. Renee and Matthew are part of the movement that is imagining and working to build an economy that puts people and planet before private profits and power. They discuss the principles of Solidarity Economy, share examples of work going on in Chicago and Virginia as well as advocate for the need to create institutions that counter capitalism wi...2023-11-1340 min
Endeavours Radio384 - Mick Davis; Matthew YerbyMick Davis is a Scottish filmmaker whose previous works include Modigliani, The Haunting of Charles Manson, and The Eleventh Hour. His newest film is Walden, starring Emile Hirsch, Shane West and David Keith. It will be in theatres starting November 10th, followed by on Demand and Digital starting December 12th.
Matthew Yerby is an actor, writer and director whose debut feature is The Dirty South. Starring Willa Holland, Shane West and Dermot Mulroney, it will be in theatres, on Demand and Digital starting November. The Dirty South has received an interim agreement from SAG-AFTRA.2023-11-0857 min
Beyond the Summit: Australia 2030Future energy system - the electrification of everythingJoin us as we explore the road ahead in this new age of disruption: https://deloi.tt/3fncUIZ Join energy and sustainability experts Sandra James, Michael Rath, and Matthew Walden as they discuss the challenges and opportunities of transitioning to a greener future. In this podcast, they explore co-designing the energy system of tomorrow, reskilling employees, and the importance of transitioning together. Whether you're a seasoned industry professional or simply interested in sustainable energy, this thought-provoking discussion is a must-listen. To discover more insights from the AFR Energy and Climate Summit: htt...2023-03-2825 min
Stay In Good CompanyEp. 14 Walden Retreats | Johnson City, Texas | Blake Smith’s Luxury Camping Redefining The Outdoor Experience In The Heart Of Texas Hill Country“The landscape looks a lot like many of the places we lived and traveled in East Africa, and so it seemed like a natural fit to take inspiration from places we’d gone to and try to create something similar here because it looked the part.”
We’re in great company with Blake Smith, Founder and CEO of Walden Retreats, where he has the great privilege of creating an escape into nature in the heart of Texas Hill Country that brings guests a renewed sense of place and self.
Since 2016, Walden Retreats has provided guests the ulti...2023-02-2351 min
Consciously CluelessMy Vegan Story - Risha WaldenWelcome to the monthly My Vegan Story series on the Consciously Clueless podcast.If you’ve listened to the podcast, you’ll know anyone who becomes vegan has a unique path to getting there. There’s usually something that pushes someone over the edge and solidifies their vegan status. This series is dedicated to highlighting all those unique paths.
Some make the switch overnight, and some take years to find their way there. Some stumble their way to vegan through personal nutrition needs; others have a profound experience with animals. I hope you’ll feel inspired and understood by sharing these st...2023-02-2209 min
White Shores with Theresa CheungIn the Eye of the Storm: Meet Nightmare Whisperer: Kelly Sullivan WaldenIn this dreamy episode of White Shores Theresa chats to celebrated dream doctor and bestselling author, Kelly Sullivan Walden about finding gold in the shadows, dream healing and her latest title: A Crisis is a Terrible Thing to Waste.To find out more about Kelly, contact her, follow her on social media and order her courses, cards and books visit:Ihadthestrangestdream.comTo find out more about Theresa’s bestselling dream, intuition, afterlife, astrology and mystical titles and mission, visit:Www.theresacheung.comhttp://linktr.ee/theresacheung2023-01-1536 min
The Team Ten Eight PodcastDr. Matthew Kane: Searching for the UntruthDr. Matthew Kane is a Canadian Armed Forces veteran and former military intelligence officer who served in several overseas counter intelligence operations. He holds a Ph.D. in Psychology from Walden University, a master’s degree from American Military University in Psychology, a BA in Military Strategic Studies from the University of New Brunswick and is the President and CEO of Prodigy Intelligence.Matt discusses his role as an intelligence officer in Afghanistan, how he was able to identify a mole working for the enemy and the burden of preparing soldiers for the threats they face...2022-11-1942 min
UnsalvageablePre-Season Halfway Point Check-In with The Salt Lake Tribune's Eric WaldenWe're halfway through training camp and pre-season! We're without Greg today so we brought in The Salt Lake Tribune's Eric Walden to chat:
Will Hardy's rotations – what will stick?
Stanley Johnson's upside
Our prediction on who gets cut
Also, Matt asks the burning question – what does Eric Walden think about The Smashing Pumpkins? TUNE IN TO FIND OUT.
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Learning Unboxed161. Taking Education Outdoors to Connect with Nature with Matthew SchleinWhen we spoke to members of The Willowell Foundation, Jen Olson & Tasha Ball, about the Wren’s Nest, we realized there’s so much more to this story that needs to be explored. How we contextualize our relationship with nature is so important, and getting kids interested in it at the ground level may have far-reaching implications.Matt Schlein is the founder and director of The Walden Project and The WIllowell Foundation. As you may know, Willowell offers nature-based education programs and activities to help connect communities to the natural world. While Wren’s Nest is their presch...2022-10-0331 minLearning Unboxed161. Taking Education Outdoors to Connect with Nature with Matthew SchleinWhen we spoke to members of The Willowell Foundation, Jen Olson & Tasha Ball, about the Wren’s Nest, we realized there’s so much more to this story that needs to be explored. How we contextualize our relationship with nature is so important, and getting kids interested in it at the ground level may have far-reaching implications.Matt Schlein is the founder and director of The Walden Project and The WIllowell Foundation. As you may know, Willowell offers nature-based education programs and activities to help connect communities to the natural world. While Wren’s Nest is their presch...2022-10-0331 min
The A Sound Effect PodcastCrafting Trek to Yomi's evocative score - a game music special with Cody Matthew Johnson - A Sound Effect Podcast EP 21In this A Sound Effect game music special, we dive into the score for 'Trek to Yomi' — a side-scrolling samurai action game that sounds and looks fantastic — with composer Cody Matthew Johnson. We also highlight some of the latest sound library releases and lets you hear that mystery sound once more. Interview by Jennifer Walden, hosted by Asbjoern Andersen, and with library highlights by Christian Hagelskjaer From.2022-06-2856 min
The London LyceumJohn C. Ryland with Garrett WaldenJordan and Brandon talk with London Lyceum Senior Editor Garrett Walden about John C Ryland. They consider who he is, why we should care about him, what sort of theological contributions he made, and more.Find more info about the London Lyceum or contact us at our website.Resources:1) Edification and Beauty, James Renihan2) Kiffen, Knollys, and Keach, Michael Haykin3) Orthodox Radicals, Matthew BinghamSupport the showSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: ht...2022-04-2047 min