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UnSportsmanLike with Evan, Canty and MichelleHour 4: Kevin Stefanski FiredEvan, Canty, & Michelle react to the announcement that Kevin Stefanski is OUT as Browns coach and Andrew Berry is remaining in Cleveland. Conor Orr joins the show to tell us what other coaches could be done today. Michelle tells us her Ins and Outs for 2026. Canty's Best Bet & UnSportsmanLike Moments of the Day: Ja'Marr Chase is headed to Cancun! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-01-0546 minUnSportsmanLike with Evan, Canty and MichelleHour 4: Kevin Stefanski FiredEvan, Canty, & Michelle react to the announcement that Kevin Stefanski is OUT as Browns coach and Andrew Berry is remaining in Cleveland. Conor Orr joins the show to tell us what other coaches could be done today. Michelle tells us her Ins and Outs for 2026. Canty's Best Bet & UnSportsmanLike Moments of the Day: Ja'Marr Chase is headed to Cancun! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-01-0546 min
Touchstone TalksTouchstone Talks: Ep. 9 - Inside the SBA Loan Process: Insights for Entrepreneurs and First-Time BuyersIn this episode, Michelle Orr of Live Oak Bank shares her decades of experience working in SBA lending and partnering with entrepreneurs looking to acquire businesses. She explains what makes Live Oak’s process unique and her quarterback-style approach from prequalification through closing. Michelle outlines key SBA rules, deal structures, limits, and expectations for both first-time buyers and seasoned acquirers, as well as common red flags such as unstable revenue trends, customer concentration, and heavy seller dependence. She walks listeners through timelines, diligence requirements, and transition planning, emphasizing the importance of proactive communication and building the right team of ad...
2025-11-2029 min
The Hivemind Podcast10 The Stay Guide: Grand CaymanGrand Cayman blends barefoot luxury with polished Caribbean style, offering Travel Advisors a full spectrum of hotel experiences along the island’s famous Seven Mile Beach. In this episode, Michelle Orr of Master Travel and Andrea Duvall of Andrea Duvall Travel Design share firsthand insights from recent stays and site visits across the island, including Hotel Indigo, The Westin, Black Urchin, Palm Heights, Kimpton Seafire Resort Spa, and The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman. They compare each property’s setting, guest experience, and ideal client fit, from design-driven boutique stays to all-encompassing family resorts. Their perspective highlights how beach access, aesthetics, serv...
2025-10-301h 03
Masters in TravelEp 248 Comparing and Contrasting Hotels in Grand CaymanWhen it comes to hotel knowledge, it’s not about knowing which property is “the best”—it’s about understanding the differences and trade-offs that help you guide each client to the right fit. In this special crossover episode from The Hivemind Podcast, Whitney models how to have smarter, more strategic hotel conversations with fellow travel advisors Michelle Orr of Master Travel and Andrea Duvall of Andrea Duvall Travel Design.They compare six hotels in Grand Cayman—from the design-forward Hotel Indigo and lively Palm Heights to the classic luxury of the Ritz-Carlton—sharing what truly exceeds expectations...
2025-10-281h 05
Wine Time Fridays Podcast279 - Washington State Chardonnay & Syrah ShowcaseToday, Shelley and Phil dive into week four of the 2nd Washington Wine Month of 2025 with a name most people should know in Chateau Ste Michelle and a great value Syrah! Washington wines continue to shine! #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #CheersingWines this episode:2022 Chateau Ste Michelle Chardonnay ($23 at Pilgrim's Market)2023 The Originals Syrah ($6 at Trader Joe's)A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: Liberty Lake Wine Cellars!Liberty Lake Wine Cellars: Looking for amazing wine? Taste Liberty Lake Wine Cellars' big, bold reds from Red...
2025-08-2333 min
Pathway to the StarsSeason 3 - Episode 2: Marion Alice Orr: Born to flyPathway to the Stars: Women in the RCAFEpisode 2: Marion Alice Orr: Born to flyWritten by Sara MoyleProduced by Jason WilsonExecutive Producer: Jeremy DiamondFeatures the voices of:Michelle DiamondWilf HarrisonKristi PiikWayne PrattPaula SchultzJason WilsonRecorded at Jessie’s Jazz Cafe, TorontoEngineered, mixed and mastered by Mauro “MARS” GiammarcoMusic was written and performed by Jason Wilson and his bandExcepting: “The Dumbell Rag” – Written by Ivor "Jack" AyreT...
2025-05-0816 min
Black Writers ReadBlack Writers Read: LaTanya OrrSend a textThis episode features our conversation with nonfiction, business, and Christian Self-Help author, LaTanya Orr, which was live-streamed on March 15, 2025.Brand strategist, certified life coach and visual storyteller, LaTanya Orr, strategically equips entrepreneurs, corporate executives and ministry leaders with award-winning concepts that showcase their brand brilliance with intention and maximum impact. With over two decades in marketing, public relations, and design, LaTanya shapes brand identities through creative strategies and impactful design. As the author of Strike A Pose: 7 Red Carpet Strategies Every Entrepreneurial Woman Must Have, she...
2025-04-1057 min
Oxygen for Educators™Jackie Orr, M.Ed, CSC In this episode of Oxygen for Educators, hosts Michelle Kinder and Chris Kent Phelps engage with Jackie Orr, a school counselor celebrated for her impactful work at Galloway Elementary in Mesquite ISD, Texas. The conversation delves into the challenges educators face, the importance of building meaningful relationships with students, and the resilience required in the field. Jackie shares her journey into education, the dual role of supporting both students and teachers, and addresses common misconceptions about the counseling profession. Together, Michelle, Chris, and Jackie explore the value of living without fear, the power of taking action, and th...
2024-12-271h 08
Secrets to Selling Your BusinessThe Future of SBA Financing: Trends and OpportunitiesMichelle Orr is a seasoned professional with an impressive 25 years of experience in the SBA lending space, beginning her career at Textron Business Credit and later becoming the vice president of lending at Live Oak Bank. Orr's perspective on SBA financing and prequalification is heavily influenced by her extensive experience in this field, particularly in business buyouts. She believes that SBA financing, especially the seven a loan, plays a crucial role in the lending process as it provides a 75% guarantee for banks which allows them to approve loan requests they would otherwise reject. Orr stresses the importance of buyer...
2024-11-0619 min
The Tourism Chat ShowTRENZ Unpacked - Heading back to TRENZ 2025 with Thomas OrrIn this episode of The Tourism Chat Show, host Michelle Caldwell introduces the 'TRENZ Unpacked' series, highlighting the significance of the ongoing TRENZ event.
Special guest Thomas Orr from Helisika shares his success as a first-time exhibitor this year, focusing on initial expectations, the benefits of shared stands, cost-effectiveness, and the importance of relationship-building. The discussion explores preparation strategies for appointments, personalised pitches, effective networking, and individualized follow-ups.
We also discussed product development based on market gaps, leveraging new products for buyer interest, and the long-term benefits of participation in trade shows for boosting local businesses and enhancing New Zealand's gl...
2024-10-1530 min
Railway Transportation Systems (RTS) PodcastRailway Safety Unveiled - Insights from ORR's Deputy Chief InspectorSend a text"In the journey towards progress, the safety of every individual is paramount. Railways, as a vital part of our infrastructure, must be a symbol of reliability and security for all those who depend on them." – Michelle Obama 🚆 Join Us for a Special 51st Episode on Railway Safety with Paul Appleton, HM Deputy Chief Inspector of Railways at ORR! 🎙️🌟 Highlights:1. Paul's Inspiring Journey: Discover what inspired Paul to dedicate his career to railway safety.2. ORR's Safety Solutions: Learn how ORR addresses current safety challenges in the railway industry.3. ...
2024-05-0729 min
Secrets to Selling Your BusinessThe Future of SBA Financing: Trends and OpportunitiesMichelle Orr is a seasoned professional with an impressive 25 years of experience in the SBA lending space, beginning her career at Textron Business Credit and later becoming the vice president of lending at Live Oak Bank. Orr's perspective on SBA financing and prequalification is heavily influenced by her extensive experience in this field, particularly in business buyouts. She believes that SBA financing, especially the seven a loan, plays a crucial role in the lending process as it provides a 75% guarantee for banks which allows them to approve loan requests they would otherwise reject. Orr stresses the importance of buyer...
2024-03-2018 minThe Tourism Chat ShowTRENZ Unpacked -Insights from New Exhibitors - with Thomas Orr and Paul ChaplowIn this episode of the Tourism Chat Show, host Michelle Caldwell introduces listeners to Thomas Orr from Helisika and Paul Chaplow from Whanganui and Partners, who are attending the tourism event TRENZ for the first time. The episode focuses on their companies' backgrounds, their motivation for participating in TRENZ, and their preparation strategies. Thomas Orr discusses Helisika's approach to showcasing their helicopter-based adventure services and their hopes for gaining exposure. Paul Chaplow shares Whanganui and Partners' goals to present their region's offerings, focusing on arts, heritage, and their aspiration to attract more international visitors. Both guests discuss their expectations and t...
2024-03-1222 min
Talking Hospitality podcastHow Can We Create Women Leaders in Hospitality?Women leadership in the hospitality industry remains a significant issue, with women holding less than 40% of managerial positions despite making up a large portion of the workforce. This podcast dives deep into the challenges faced by women in hospitality leadership roles and explores actionable solutions to empower them. Hosts Timothy R. Andrews and Tracy Rashid are joined by industry leaders Monica Orr, Marcia Bennett, Michelle Raghini, and Michelle Moreno, who share their personal journeys and insights on fostering an environment conducive to female advancement. The conversation highlights the necessity of mentorship, networking, and creating supportive communities to boost confidence...
2024-02-2037 min
Real Talk Memphis with Chip WashingtonMichelle McKissack, DeAndre Brown, and Rev. Dr. BartholomewEpisode Notes
My guests include MSCS board member Michelle McKissack who will update us as to what to expect we prepare to begin another school year. We also get an update on the next superintendent selection process and timetable. Next, the process of re-inserting oneself back into society can at times be challenging especially after incarceration . DeAndre Brown is the Director of the Office of Reentry and will tell us about the new FOCUSED training program and how it will help those formally offended the opportunity to earn a living wage He also explains why this could...
2023-07-3157 min
Real Talk Memphis-with ChipS1E131 - Michelle McKissack, DeAndre Brown, and Rev. Dr. BartholomewEpisode Notes My guests include MSCS board member Michelle McKissack who will update us as to what to expect we prepare to begin another school year. We also get an update on the next superintendent selection process and timetable. Next, the process of re-inserting oneself back into society can at times be challenging especially after incarceration . DeAndre Brown is the Director of the Office of Reentry and will tell us about the new FOCUSED training program and how it will help those formally offended the opportunity to earn a living wage He also explains why this could be a game...
2023-07-3157 min
The Independent artist spotlightEabs on the spotlight, program 269Eabs is from Poland, and the group makes jazz. This is Eab's latest album but there are several here.
Besides Eabs, we'll have a just released album and much more.
Set 1:
Brooklyn Belton City Lights - Mix 23-3-17 02:39
Stephen Wake Lament for Owen Roe O'Neill 01:58
Michelle Qureshi Open Window 02:48
Michelle Qureshi Spiral Staircase 02:38
Michelle Qureshi Elevations 02:40
EABS meets Jaubi Yesterday 01:21
Set 2:
EABS meets Jaubi Judgement Day 03:59
EABS...
2023-05-213h 54
Homicide Worldwide PodcastMichelle Cartrer "The Death of Conrad Henri Roy III" Ep 086Conrad Henri Roy III, was an American teenager who died by suicide at the age of 18. His girlfriend, 17-year-old Michelle Carter, encouraged him in text messages to kill himself. The case was the subject of a notable investigation and involuntary manslaughter trial in Massachusetts, colloquially known as the "texting suicide case." Commonwealth v. Michelle Carter involved scores of text messages, emails, and phone calls recorded between Carter and Roy in the leadup to his death, in which Carter repeatedly texted Roy to kill himself. Roy had seen numerous mental health professionals and had been prescribed psychiatric medication...
2022-08-261h 25The Tourism Chat ShowSmashing Glass Ceilings - with Alice OrrWhen I was young, I had a t-shirt that said "Anything boys can do, girls can do better". It was the 1980's and I thought I was so ahead of my time!
Well today, we're chatting with an upcoming Rising Star of the Tourism Industry, Alice Orr who is proving that girls can do anything.
Alice is a commercial jet boat driver and all round customer service and sales star at Hukafalls Jet in Taupo and decided at a pretty young age that tourism was going to be her industry.
It's a great sto...
2022-06-2822 min
The Politics of FishBringing Together the Outdoor Recreation Industry with Jessica Turner of ORRThe Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR) is a coalition of outdoor recreation trade associations. By bringing together various outdoor recreation stakeholders from recreational fishing to the RV and education communities and beyond, ORR promotes the growth of the whole outdoor recreation economy and outdoor recreation activities.
Jessica (Wahl) Turner is ORR's President. After graduating from Georgetown University, Turner started her outdoor recreation career at the Department of Interior where she managed external relations for the Secretary, as well as First Lady Michelle Obama’s Let’s Move! Outside and Let’s Move! in Indian Country initiatives. Before leading ORR, Tur...
2022-04-2941 min
The Slavic ConnexionYouth Political Engagement in the 2019 Ukrainian Presidential ElectionIn this special episode, we feature Drs. Mary Neuburger and Oksana Lutsyshyna, and former SlavX hosts Matthew Orr and Lauren Nyquist who together undertook a phenomenal investigative project in spring 2019 to examine and closely follow Ukrainian youth political engagement during the presidential election in which Volodymyr Zelenskyy ultimately beat incumbent Petro Poroshenko. The team discusses the fascinating process by which they began their research, how they connected with Ukrainian students via Skype (not Zoom!), and what it was like when they eventually traveled to Ukraine itself. The lasting relationships and connections they made during that memorable month abroad in...
2022-04-1645 min
The Other Side of CampusEpisode 28: Experiential Learning Abroad: Studying Ukraine and Youth Political EngagementIn this special episode, Katie talks with two prominent UT professors, Drs. Mary Neuburger and Oksana Lutsyshyna, and former students of theirs who together undertook a phenomenal investigative project in spring 2019 to examine and closely follow Ukrainian youth political engagement during the presidential election in which Volodymyr Zelensky ultimately won, beating incumbent Petro Poroshenko. The team discusses the fascinating process by which they began their research, connected with Ukrainian students via Skype (not Zoom!), and eventually traveled to Ukraine itself. The lasting relationships and connections they made during that memorable month abroad in early summer 2019 inform their thinking and...
2022-04-0447 min
The Craig Silverman ShowEpisode 88 - Judgment Days featuring Rabbi Rick Rheins and Judge Bob OrrRundown -
Rabbi Rick Rheins - 05:40
Right Wing Media Watch - 53:51
Troubadour Dave Gunders - 01:12:36
"Some Days" by Dave Gunders - 01:17:52
Judge Bob Orr in Craig's Lawyers' Lounge - 01:21:36
Our world is on tilt. Big decisions are happening. World War III may be underway. Putin’s Ukraine Invasion is evil. Learn how this past week’s Purim story featuring Haman contains lessons for Putin and us. Is Volodymyr Zelenskyy Ukraine’s Queen Esther? Denver Temple Sinai Senior...
2022-03-192h 33
Talk on to Walk on with Michelle Walters“Tell yourself I am good enough” - with Kate OrrKate Orr is a queen of business strategy and is where she is today because of her endless determination, tenacity, and resilience not least shown after the devastating loss of her friend and business partner, Kate McIver in 2019 aged just 30.Join us as we listen to Kate's story including how she is ensuring Kate McIver’s legacy lives on. Kate also opens up about her own experience of bulimia after what she believed was her university “failure” and how she continues to work on her own self-development whilst being there for her daughter, Ava. Kate’s...
2021-09-1443 min
Talk on to Walk on with Michelle WaltersTrailer for “Tell yourself I am good enough” - with Kate OrrIn our next episode, I am joined by Kate Orr. Kate is a queen of business strategy and is where she is today because of her endless determination, tenacity, and resilience not least shown after the devastating loss of her friend and business partner, Kate McIver in 2019 aged just 30.Join us as we listen to Kate's story including how she is ensuring Kate McIver’s legacy lives on. Kate also opens up about her own experience of bulimia after what she believed was her university “failure” and how she continues to work on her own self-development whilst...
2021-09-1202 min
WAM#162 Unpacking the Loan Process with SBA Lender-Turned-Expert, Michelle OrrToday on the Women and Manufacturing Podcast, we delve into the subject of SBA lending. Fran Brunelle is joined by Michelle Orr of Live Oak Bank, the number one SBA lender in the nation for the past three years in a row and a great option for financing M&A deals. Michelle comes to Live Oak with 22 years of experience in SBA lending. In the last 11 years alone, she has closed over $185 million in SBA loans. She is one of the best in the industry and, today, she is going to tackle some of your many questions on the...
2021-07-1425 minThe Slavic ConnexionSteppe by Steppe: From America's Great Plains to Russia's Grasslands (and Back Again!) with David MoonOn this episode, Professor David Moon from the UK joins Tom and Lera to talk about the fascinating personal journey which led to the release of his latest book, The American Steppes: Unexpected Russian Roots of Great Plains Agriculture. He clearly delineates how the kernels of his transnational research all began during his tenure at The University of Texas at Austin, demonstrating that in fact "What Starts Here Changes the World." We hope you enjoy!
ABOUT THE GUEST
David Moon is an Emeritus Professor at the University of York and also an Honorary Professor at...
2021-05-3134 min
15 Minute Free ThinkingWhy do people Simp for billionaires (Like Elon Musk?)To support me on Patreon:www.patreon.com/carpo71915 Minute Free Thinking Podcast:https://15-minute-free-thinking.simplecast.com/episodes/19-finding-the-secrets-facing-life-with-gusto-and-the-psychedelic-shadowFor more livestreams on Twitch:https://www.twitch.tv/carpo719My main Youtube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/carpo719Carpo's World of Thoughts Youtube Channel (Secondary)https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcpgMOq67Wk3uOM-5C5cj3wCARPOCRAFT- Woodworking, art, jewelry and creative endeavors:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3q4N9KeF7b0For deeper...
2021-05-2321 minThe Slavic ConnexionThe Pivoting Anthropologist: From Chernobyl to Social Activism to Kurt Vonnegut to... with Sarah PhillipsOur wonderful guest is Dr. Sarah Phillips, director of the Russian and East European Institute at Indiana University Bloomington. Dr. Phillips walks us through her remarkable anthropological career in the Slavic world from her beginnings in the 90s with studying the effects of Chernobyl to her many social activism projects in Ukraine, taking us to her present fascination with the culture that developed in the USSR around Kurt Vonnegut's writings and translated works. We hope you enjoy, and as always thanks for listening!
ABOUT THE GUEST
Sarah Phillips is professor of Anthropology and director of...
2021-04-2137 min
Authentically DetroitThe Streets Be Talking with Michelle Jackson & Delores OrrResident leaders Michelle Jackson and Delores Orr join Donna and Orlando to talk about their work with the Lower Eastside Action Plan (LEAP) Coalition. Michelle Jackson serves as the LEAP Coalition co-chair and is the founder and executive director of Sustainable Community Farms, she is the member of the Chandler Park Neighborhood Association, and she is also the the climate equity organizer at Eastside Community Network.Delores Orr is a former LEAP Ambassador, she is the co-chair of the Neighborhood Improvement Committee and she also a volunteer with the East Village Neighborhood Association. Th...
2021-04-131h 25The Slavic ConnexionThe Ghana-Soviet Connexion with Nana Osei-OpareOn this episode, Professor Nana Osei-Opare from Fordham University joins Lera and Cullan to talk about the history of Ghana's independence from Great Britain and the way in which this country in West Africa looked to the Soviet Union to build itself as an "industrialized, socialist" post-colonialist state. Many black thinkers across the world saw the USSR as a space of equality and freedom and as a way to envision how a multi-racial multinational society could come together. This is a fascinating discussion of not only African and Soviet history but of some very important social issues that continue...
2021-04-1234 min
Making Math Moments That MatterBuilding Flexibility: An Interview With Michelle RinehartThis is Michelle Rinehart from HowWeTeachMath.com. Michelle is an innovative educational leader who pushes us to take action to empower female students to take risks, encourages us to add math talks to our daily routines, and how you can shift your practice in manageable ways. You’ll Learn: How to empower female math students to become risk takers. Why math talks are necessary for high school students, not just elementary students. How to shift your practice in manageable ways; Resources: https...
2021-03-2946 minMaking Math Moments That MatterBuilding Flexibility: An Interview With Michelle RinehartThis is Michelle Rinehart from HowWeTeachMath.com. Michelle is an innovative educational leader who pushes us to take action to empower female students to take risks, encourages us to add math talks to our daily routines, and how you can shift your practice in manageable ways. You’ll Learn: How to empower female math students to become risk takers. Why math talks are necessary for high school students, not just elementary students. How to shift your practice in manageable ways; Resources: https...
2021-03-2946 min
Our Lives with Michelle McManusWojtek the Soldier Bear, a Globe-trotting Diabetic Biker and Wartime MemoriesTeddy bear fans will be blown away by the story Michelle hears on this episode of Our Lives. Aileen Orr collects teddy bears for children in need all over the world but the back story which led Aileen to sharing her life with thousands of teddies is nothing short of remarkable.
Michelle also hears from Maurice who wouldn't let his diagnosis with Type 1 diabetes stop him from completing his dream of travelling round the world on his motorbike.
Plus we hear from 83 year old Meryn Pearce, a contributor to the Lothian Birth Cohort studies on cognitive ageing, who shares some...
2021-03-2827 minThe Slavic ConnexionUkraine Through the Author's Pen with Oksana LutsyshynaIn this episode, Matt speaks with Dr. Oksana Lutshyshyna, acclaimed fiction author and beloved professor at UT Austin, about her most recent book Ivan and Feba (Іван і Феба), as well as about her earlier work Love Life (Любовне життя), humor in her writing, her inspirations, and the state of American and Ukrainian politics and literature. A few weeks ago, Dr. Lutshyshyna won Ukraine's highest state prize for the arts, the Shevchenko National Prize for Literature, for her latest book Ivan and Feba. See more about the prize and her award here: http://shevchenko.org/news-events/news/winner-shevchenko-prize/
ABOUT THE GUEST/AUTHOR
Dr. Oksana L...
2021-03-241h 01The Slavic Connexion"American Girls in Red Russia" with Julia MickenbergIn honor of Women's History Month, we have a special episode featuring American Studies professor Dr. Julia Mickenberg who joins us to talk about her spectacular book "American Girls in Red Russia" which explores the intimate lives of American women who traveled to the USSR chasing the "Soviet Dream." We hope you enjoy!
ABOUT THE GUEST
Julia L. Mickenberg grew up in Connecticut, about 90 miles from New York City. She holds an A.B. degree in American Civilization from Brown University and a Ph.D. in American Studies (with a minor in Feminist Studies) from...
2021-03-1751 minThe Slavic Connexion"Hate in the Homeland": The Global Far Right with Cynthia Miller-IdrissOn this special episode, we have renowned expert on far right youth movements, Dr. Cynthia Miller-Idriss who joins us courtesy of UT's ISPRII (the Initiative for the Study of Politico-Religious Ideation and Influence). ISPRII guest host Eliza talks with Dr. Miller-Idriss about her research and latest book, Hate in the Homeland: The New Global Far Right. This is a fascinating episode on a very critical topic for the international community, and we hope you enjoy! To learn more about ISPRII, visit: https://isprii.la.utexas.edu/.
ABOUT THE GUEST
Cynthia Miller-Idriss is Professor in the...
2021-03-0744 minThe Slavic Connexion"Russia Resurrected": The Paradox of the Perception of Russian Power with Kathryn StonerIn this episode, Matt is joined by Dr. Kathryn Stoner of Stanford University to talk about her new book, Russia Resurrected: Its Power and Purpose in a New Global Order. The book pushes back at some misconceptions about Russia’s place in the international system while offering a new perspective on how the West should approach Russia. Matt and Dr. Stoner discuss how the book informs ongoing policy challenges related to recent news coming out of Russia.
ABOUT THE GUEST
Dr. Kathryn E. Stoner is the Deputy Director at the Freeman Spogli Institute for International St...
2021-02-1835 minThe Slavic ConnexionPoison, Prison, Protests: The Continued Saga of Alexei Navalny with Mark GaleottiOnce again, Dr. Mark Galeotti joins Matt to discuss yesterday's sentencing of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, and what it means for Russia's short and long term future. Is this the end of the first installment of Navalny’s battle with the Kremlin, which peaked with his poisoning at the hands of the FSB in August 2020? Mark lays out Navalny’s possible next steps, and how the ongoing standoff in neighboring Belarus figures into these events. They also discussed Mark’s latest book, released just last week: A Short History of Russia. We hope you enjoy!!
For Galeot...
2021-02-0447 minThe Slavic ConnexionFrom Red to Green: The True Nature of Environmental Activism in Russia with Angelina DavydovaFrom St. Petersburg, Angelina Davydova, Environmental journalist and head of the German Russian Office of Environmental Information, graciously joins us to give us the surprising facts on environmental activism, protests, and reforms in Russia. She talks about the very real effects of climate change in that part of the world, including the fires in Siberia, the record high temperatures, and the meteorological phenomena in Vladivostok. This was an eye-opening but uplifting conversation in many ways. We learned a lot and we hope you will too!
ABOUT THE GUEST
Angelina Davydova is a renowned journalist, civil...
2021-01-2850 minThe Slavic ConnexionRussia's Mercurial Role in Southeast Europe (with Dimitar Bechev)Samantha chats with Dr. Dimitar Bechev on the geopolitics of the Balkans and the stratagems of Russia in the region. Dr. Bechev also discusses Russia's relationship with Turkey and Turkey's ties with the US and how these affect the countries nested in the Balkans which have fallen out of US foreign policy priority since the George W. Bush administration.
ABOUT THE GUEST
Dimitar Bechev is the director of the European Policy Institute, a think-tank based in Sofia, Bulgaria. Previously, he held research fellowships at Harvard University, University of Oxford and the London School of Economics...
2021-01-1128 minThe Slavic Connexion"How to Lose the Information War" with Nina Jankowicz (Wilson Center)In this episode, Matt and Tom talked to Nina Jankowicz of the Wilson Center about her new book, How to Lose the Information War, and how it serves as a useful primer for understanding the disinformation challenges facing the US today, particularly in the aftermath of the 2020 election. To read some of Nina's work, click the links below and do be sure to follow her on Twitter @wiczipedia . Thank you for listening!
https://www.forbes.com/sites/jessedamiani/2020/07/23/to-win-the-information-war-we-first-have-to-understand-what-it-is-and-how-were-losing-it-book-review/?sh=474cb0da762f
https://cepa.org/democratic-offense-against-disinformation/
https://www.theatlantic.com/international/archive/2020/05/estonia-america-congress-online-pandemic/612034/
2020-12-0939 min
Please Go Away Travel PodcastMeet the Advisor Show with Michelle OrrIn this episode your host, Amanda Klimak, visits with travel specialist Michelle Orr. Having been brought up in a travel family, Michelle was destined to make travel dreams a reality.
2020-12-0507 minThe Slavic ConnexionFrom the Russian Far East to the American West with Matthew Luxmoore (RFE/RL)On this special episode, Zack speaks with English journalist Matthew Luxmoore. Matthew is the Moscow Correspondent for Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, and his work has appeared in The New York Times, Foreign Policy, Politico, and elsewhere. Zach and Matthew discuss a wide-range of issues, from the Russian Far East to the current state of the Russian opposition movement, to environmental concerns and other current affairs of the day. We hope you enjoy!
ABOUT OUR GUEST
Matthew Luxmoore is a Moscow-based correspondent for RFE/RL covering Russia and the former Soviet Union. Before joining RFE...
2020-12-0133 minThe Slavic ConnexionRussian Meme Culture, "Shirtless Putin," and Pussy Riot with Eliot BorensteinOn this fun episode, Dr. Eliot Borenstein from NYU joins us to talk about his research on memes and meme culture in Russia as well as his freshly-released book on Pussy Riot (available from Bloomsbury). This was a great time all around, and even if you don't consume memes or like them very much, this is still an enjoyable discussion. Thanks for joining us!
ABOUT THE GUEST:
Eliot Borenstein is a Professor of Russian and Slavic Studies, Collegiate Professor at New York University, and Senior Academic Convenor for the Global Network. Educated at Oberlin College...
2020-11-1642 minThe Slavic ConnexionOn Russia's War in Syria with Colonel (ret.) Robert HamiltonFrom the Foreign Policy Research Institute comes a fantastic, dispassionate resource on Russia's intervention into Syria. Here to speak with us about the book and the process of compiling this insightful tome written by both American and Russian experts is Associate professor of Eurasian Studies at the US Army War College Robert E. Hamilton. Enjoy!
Please do check out and download the book here: https://www.fpri.org/research/eurasia/russias-war-in-syria-assessing-russian-military-capabilities-and-lessons-learned/)
ABOUT THE GUEST
Colonel (Retired) Robert E. Hamilton, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor of Eurasian Studies at the U.S. Army...
2020-11-0944 minThe Slavic ConnexionThe Eurasia Downbeat with Alex KokcharovOn this whirlwind episode, Tom visits with London-based journalist and risk research analyst Alex Kokcharov on an impressive array of events and current conflicts across the CIS region. This is hardly a boring episode and we don't sit on one topic for too long, so if you're looking for a quick, but in-depth Eurasia fix (while we in the US patiently, calmly wait on those election results), look no further! And as always, thanks for listening.
NOTE: This episode was recorded on October 12th, 2020 via Zoom. Thus, some of the information is outdated, primarily with regards to...
2020-11-0435 minThe Slavic Connexion"Hunger and Fury: The Crisis of Democracy in the Balkans" with Jasmin MujanovicDr. Jasmin Mujanović, a political scientist focused on democratization and social movements in the Western Balkans and a host of the podcast "Sarajevo Calling", joins Samantha and Cullan for an in-depth discussion on the state of democracy in the region in 2020. This is a great walkthrough of the elite maneuvering and politics in the Western Balkans and which nuclear powers hold sway and influence in the region. We hope you enjoy!
ABOUT THE GUEST
Jasmin Mujanović is a political scientist and analyst of southeast European and international affairs with a PhD from York University. His ca...
2020-10-2551 minThe Slavic Connexion"Dance of Compromise": Putin's Russia, Disinformation, and the Wily Man with Joshua YaffaThe New Yorker's Moscow correspondent, Joshua Yaffa, joins us from Moscow in fact to talk about the conditions in Russia during the pandemic, his latest book Between Two Fires, and the oft-debated Russian interference in US elections. Additionally, Yuri Levada's work and coining of the term "Wily Man" figures prominently into this discussion having played a role in Yaffa's attempt to understand the characters he sought to portray in his book. This is a fascinating conversation, and we hope you enjoy!
Be sure to follow Joshua Yaffa on Twitter: @yaffaesque !
ABOUT THE GUEST
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2020-10-2035 minThe Slavic ConnexionKyrgyzstan's Uphill Battle for Democracy with Nazgul KulovaOn this episode, we discuss the ongoing political crisis in Kyrgyzstan, resulting from the disputed October 4th elections, with Nazgul Kulova, a resident of Bishkek (the capital of Kyrgyzstan) and a policy analyst in the mining sector. As a former government official at the State Agency for Mineral Resources, she has worked with various international organizations and is thus a valuable inside resource. Nazgul talks with Matt about Kyrgyzstan's tumultuous political history, the motivations for constant upheaval, and the consequences of the latest political crisis gripping the country. We hope you enjoy this current event episode!
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2020-10-1741 minThe Slavic Connexion"Lukashenko Has No Future" with David MarplesWe're back to Belarus with this episode, but this time we take an in-depth look at the still-thrumming situation from the dictator's perspective with one of the foremost experts on the region, Dr. David Marples. Dr. Marples talks about the potential end of the dictator while rounding out the context for the current revolution, allowing us to see just how and why Alexander Lukashenko came into power. Follow Dr. Marples on Twitter @drmarples.
ABOUT THE GUEST
Dr. David R. Marples is a former President of The North American Association for Belarusian Studies and was formerly...
2020-10-1247 minThe Slavic ConnexionSiberian Overtones: Stories and Songs from Tuva with Dr. Susan CrateDr. Susan Crate returns to the show to share her 1990 journey to Tuva, the geographic center of Asia. At this time, Tuva had only recently opened up to foreign travelers and the oblast (region) experienced heavy upheaval across the domains of the former Soviet Union. This moment also proved to be a turning point for the revitalization of lost or hidden cultural traditions, and many Tuvans openly displayed their heritage, wearing their garments and exhibiting their practices. Dr. Crate spent time in the capital city of Kyzyl and traveled across Tuva to remote villages, recording traditional songs, prayers, and...
2020-10-0632 minThe Slavic ConnexionThe Greater (Dysfunctional) Western Family with Leonid RagozinOn this episode, former BBC journalist Leonid Ragozin joins Tom from Latvia to discuss the perception of Russia in the West, the origins of Western xenophobia towards Russia, his view of Vladimir Putin in 2000, and his experience working as an independent journalist on the investigations of high profile figures murdered in Ukraine. We hope you enjoy!
ABOUT THE GUEST
Leonid is a Russian journalist who worked for 12 years with the BBC in Moscow. He is a widely acknowledged expert on the ongoing crisis in Ukraine. Previously he was a correspondent for Newsweek. He now writes for...
2020-09-3036 minThe Slavic ConnexionPost-Election Passivity and the Poisonous Politics of Petrostates with Maria SnegovayaIn this episode, Matt discussed with Dr. Maria Snegovaya the leading issues of the day in the Slavic region. Namely, the aftermath of Russia's recent regional elections, the Kremlin's response to Alexei Navalny's poisoning, and the ongoing spectre of Russian intervention in Belarus's post-election crisis. Connect with Dr. Snegovaya on Twitter: @MSnegovaya
UPDATE (9-30-2020) View Dr. Snegovaya's research with CEPA here: https://cepa.org/russian-youth-and-civic-engagement/?fbclid=IwAR19gUFfqtpS4xkRCk0DH2RK-f3MEAGbVe2s8C3f_I6Sq3LXBCVU4UOlOV0
ABOUT THE GUEST
Maria Snegovaya is a Fellow at the Center for European...
2020-09-2447 minThe Slavic ConnexionThe Hidden Green Men with Kiril AvramovBulgaria, Belarus, books—oh my! In this exciting episode hosted by Matt and newbie host Katherine, Assistant Professor Kiril Avramov the University of Texas at Austin sits down to discuss his new book, “Russia’s Hidden Armies,” the recent detainment of Russian mercenaries in Belarus, and the anti-corruption protests currently raging within Bulgaria. Tune in for an episode filled to the brim with shocking details over Post-Communist Bulgaria and secret armies!
For more on the Wagner mercenaries, read the piece by SlavX blogger Lexi Jovanovic: https://www.slavxradio.com/articles/wagner
ABOUT THE GUEST
Dr...
2020-09-2053 minThe Slavic ConnexionThe Second Libyan Civil War and the Russia Connexion with Mohamed AbufalghaTom and Matt have the great opportunity to speak with Libyan national Mohamed Abufalgha and expert on the conflict that has been going on for several years now in this oil-rich, war-torn country. Mohamed helps us unpack the Russian-Libyan connection and exactly how many countries have their fingers--and fighters--in Libya. We hope you enjoy!
For some basic information about the conflict in Libya, here are some great resources including Mohamed's own site in which he blogs about the conflict. We highly recommend both these sources:
1) Council on Foreign Relations https://www.cfr.org/in-brief/whos-who-libyas-war
2...
2020-09-1237 minThe Slavic ConnexionThe Białowieża Forest and "Pompik the Bison" with Tomasz SamojlikOur guest today is Dr. Tomasz Samojlik, an environmental historian and researcher at the Mammal Research Institute of the Polish Academy of Sciences in Białowieża. His research focuses on Poland's Białowieża Primeval Forest, one of the last remaining primeval forests in Europe. In addition to his research, Dr. Samojlik spoke with us about his work popularising science and scientific knowledge using books, comics and graphic novels for children. In his own words, "My aim is to instill the curiosity for nature, wildlife and science in kids during workshops, seminars and lectures in Poland."
ABOU...
2020-09-0542 minThe Slavic Connexion"The Strategist": The Legacy of Brent Scowcroft with Dr. Bartholomew SparrowOn this episode, Tom speaks with UT's own Professor Sparrow about his 2015 book on legendary multi-administration US National Security Advisor Brent Scowcroft who sadly passed away recently on August 6th, 2020. This is a great conversation, remembering the unassuming but brilliant strategist who was so integral during the late Cold War period. Hope you enjoy!
ABOUT THE GUEST
Dr. Sparrow is the author of The Strategist: Brent Scowcroft and the Call of National Security, a biography of the former U.S. national security advisor. He is previously the author of The Insular Cases and the Emergence...
2020-08-2952 minThe Slavic ConnexionSPECIAL EDITION: The Fate of Alexei NavalnyOn this episode recorded August 21, 2020, Matt and Lera speak with Alexei Navalny's close co-collaborator on anti-corruption in Russia, Maxim Mironov. They discuss the current situation with Alexei Navalny's alleged poisoning and also Russian state corruption in a broader, global context.
NOTE: We apologize for audio difficulties with our guest due to bad internet connections in Buenos Aires. This episode was recorded via Zoom on August 21, 2020. We thank our guest Maxim Mironov for graciously agreeing to join us on the show.
ABOUT THE GUEST
Maxim Mironov is professor of finance at the IE Business School...
2020-08-2230 minThe Slavic ConnexionBelarus Elections 2020: The End of Europe's Last Dictator?Is this the end of Europe's Last Dictator? In this episode, Matt spoke with Aliaksandr aka Ales Herasimenka, a researcher at the University of Westminster and previous guest on the show about the ongoing presidential elections in Belarus, where embattled president Alexander Lukashenko faces the most organized opposition in the history of his 26 years as president. A new generation has rallied around the 37-year-old English teacher Svetlana Tikhanovskaya, who promises to usher in a new era of democracy to Belarus. The final day of voting is Sunday, August 9th, after which no one is exactly sure what to expect...
2020-08-0743 min
Legends of S.H.I.E.L.D.: A Marvel Studios TV & Film Fan Podcast"The Totally Excellent Adventures Of Mack And The D" S7E7 Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D. Review (A Marvel Fancast) LoS340The Legends Of S.H.I.E.L.D. Director SP, Agent Lauren, and Agent Michelle discuss the ABC television series Marvel’s Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D. episode “The Totally Excellent Adventures of Mack and the D.” The Agents debrief you on the multitudes of 80’s tropes in the episode including horror 80’s deaths with all the blood, how devastated Mack is, why Deke doesn’t know about cocaine, the non-A-Team Deke Squad “Cover” Band, speculation of what is controlling the time jumps now, how Sybil and Coulson survived, some early computer game references, Coulson as Max Headroom...
2020-07-1348 minThe Slavic Connexion"A True Gentleman" with Seva NovgorodsevBBC's Seva Novgorodsev joins us once more just in time for his 80th birthday! This time, we gather around Zoom, but the conversation is, as always, entertaining and unexpected--one never knows where Seva will lead us and what he will teach us. We hope you enjoy!
If you wish to check out any of Seva's books and his latest audiobook "Настоящий джентльмен" (A True Gentleman), visit his site https://seva.ru/store/?id=16.
NOTE: This episode was recorded on April 17th, 2020 via Zoom.
CREDITS
Co-Producer: Tom Rehnquist (Connect: facebook.com/thomas.rehnquist)
Co-Producer/Host: M...
2020-07-1049 minThe Slavic ConnexionIntelligence with a Human Face (featuring Stephen Slick)Former CIA officer Stephen Slick joins us to talk about his nearly three decades in intelligence, spent largely overseas in Ukraine, the Balkans, and East Germany. Professor Slick also discusses his return Stateside to a position in Langley just one week before 9-11 occurred and his present role as an educator at the University of Texas at Austin in building the Intelligence Studies Project--a first of its kind in the United States. We hope you enjoy!
ABOUT THE GUEST
Stephen Slick was appointed in January 2015 as director of The University of Texas at Austin’s In...
2020-06-0143 minThe Slavic Connexion"Disunited Nations" with Peter ZeihanRenowned geopolitical strategist Peter Zeihan (www.zeihan.com) graciously joins us via Zoom for an intensive breakdown of the current world order and his predictions for the future concerning the economic and political directions of America, Russia, China, Saudi Arabia, Mexico, and other nations. This is a true international whirlwind, and a must-listen for any student or aficionado of global policy and IR theory. We hope you enjoy!
ABOUT THE GUEST
Peter Zeihan is a geopolitical strategist, author, and speaker who specializes in global energy, demographics and security. He analyzes the realities of geography and...
2020-05-1259 minThe Slavic ConnexionВокруг света с Жанной НемцовойВ этом эпизоде Мэтт беседует со знаменитой российской журналисткой Жанной Немцовой о многих темах, от ее времени в Америке до Украины. Надеемся, вам понравится слушать!
Фонд Бориса Немцова за свободу: https://nemtsovfund.org/
Летняя школа журналистики и социокультурных исследований: https://summerschool.nemtsovfund.org/apply/
Статья о коронавирусе и рейтинге власти, которую мы обсуждали: https://www.forbes.ru/obshchestvo/398943-udar-po-kreativnomu-klassu-pochemu-pandemiya-privedet-k-padeniyu-reytingov-vlasti
Краткое содержание:
1:16 Что хочет внутренний журналист Жанны во время карантина и чем она занимается
4:40 Зачем берут американских славистов в летнюю школу журналистики?
9:33 Представление о Америке в детстве и сейчас
15:17 Читала ли Жанна Конституцию США?
17:40 Про равноправие и феминизм
23:33 Раздавать людям наличные во время карантина хорошая идея?
27:58 Как карантинные меры повлияют на экономику и рейтинг власти в России
33:33 Украина и Саакашвили
38:11 Менялись ли ценности Жанны когда-нибудь?
46:02 Планы на будущее и формат интервью. Кто лучший?
53:40 Приглашаю Жанну в Остин
О НАШЕМ ГОСТЕ:
Фото: Георгий Кривошеев
Жанна Борисовна Немцова— российская журналистка и общественный деятель, телеведущая телеканала РБК в 2011—2015 годах. С августа 2015 года по январь 2020 года работала в Германии репортёром русской редакции немецкой телерадиокомпании Deutsche Welle и ведущей телепрограммы «Немцова. Интервью» и «DW Новости». С 1997 года, после назначения отца заместителем председателя правительства России, переехала с семьёй в Москву. Одну четверть проучилась в лицее № 1239 (бывшая школа № 20, где учились дети и внуки ряда известных лиц), откуда самовольно вернулась в Нижний, к бабушке Дине Яковлевне (матери Б. Немцова), и продолжила учёбу в нижегородском лицее № 8. Через год по настоянию родителей всё же обосновалась в Москве. В 2001 году окончила 312-ю московскую школу на Чистых прудах. В том же году поступила в Fordham University, однако, вскоре вернулась в Россию и перевелась в Московский государственный институт международных отношений МИД России. В 2005 году окончила МГИМО по специальности «мировая экономика» со знанием иностранных языков.
Получала второе высшее образование в Московской государственной юридической академии. В 2017 году приняла участие в программе Стэнфордского университета «Summer Fellowship on Democracy and Development Program».
(Source: Wikipedia)
NOTE: This episode was recorded on April 25th, 2020 via Zoom.
CREDITS
Co-Producer: Tom Rehnquist (Connect: facebook.com/thomas.rehnquist)
Co-Producer: Matthew Orr (Connect: facebook.com/orrrmatthew)
Associate Producer: Lera Toropin
Associate Producer: Kathryn Yegorov-Crate
Associate Producer: Cullan Bendig
Associate Producer: Samantha Farmer
Associate Producer: Milena D-K
Development Assistant: Luis Camarena
Production Intern: Jada Sofia
Executive Editor: Charlie Harper (Connect: facebook.com/charlie.harper.1485 Instagram: @charlieharpermusic) www.charlieharpermusic.com (Additional Background music by Blue Dot Sessions, Scott_Holmes, Loyalty Freak)
Executive Producer & Creator: Michelle Daniel (Connect:
2020-05-0856 minThe Slavic ConnexionWorld War "C": Covid, Cognitive Dissonance, and Communism (with Markos Kounalakis)Columnist, radio host, and Hoover Institution fellow Dr. Markos Kounalakis joins us via Zoom to talk about California's early response to Covid-19, the cognitive dissonance of beautiful Hungary, his experience in Central and Eastern Europe in the late 80s/early 90s as a journalist, and much more! And if you haven't yet and are looking for a decent read, check out Dr. Kounalakis's recommendation World War Z by Max Brooks.
ABOUT THE GUEST
Markos Kounalakis, Ph.D. is a Visiting Fellow at Stanford University’s Hoover Institution and a Senior Fellow at the Center on Me...
2020-04-3051 minThe Slavic Connexion"It Is What It Is": Western Media, the End of the USSR, and Russia Today (with Jeff Trimble)Jeff Trimble, Moscow Bureau Chief for US News & World Report during the late Soviet period, talks to us about his wild experiences reporting from behind the Iron Curtain and witnessing the dissolution of the USSR. A radio professional as well (and earnest space aficionado and Star Trek fan) he certainly brings some extra finesse to yet another Zoom session. Hope you enjoy!
NOTE: This episode was recorded via Zoom on April 15th, 2020.
(Pictured below, guest Jeff Trimble with famed lead singer of Aquarium, Boris Grebenshchikov in Trimble's Moscow apartment in the late 80s)
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2020-04-2549 minThe Slavic ConnexionFrom Media Literacy to Karaoke Diplomacy (with Joe Crescente)Joining us via Zoom from self-isolation in Moscow, New Jersey native Joseph Crescente talks to us about his area of expertise as the media literacy fellow at the US Embassy/American Center in Moscow. This is a fascinating and relevant discussion on how to navigate the media landscape in today's COVID-19 information-rich and facts-poor environment. Take a listen!
NOTE: This episode was recorded via Zoom on April 10th, 2020.
CREDITS
Co-Producer: Tom Rehnquist (Connect: facebook.com/thomas.rehnquist)
Co-Producer: Matthew Orr (Connect: facebook.com/orrrmatthew)
Host/Associate Producer: Lera Toropin
Associate Producer...
2020-04-2135 minThe Slavic Connexion"To Russia and Beyond!" (featuring RBTH Editor-in-Chief Vsevolod Pulya)If you're at all a Russophile and you've never visited Russia Beyond (rbth.com), find out what you've been missing as we connect with the editor-in-chief of this amazing, culturally-focused international publication that now boasts 5 million readers worldwide. (Also, the alternate title for this episode is "Pants Challenge", courtesy of Tom -- you'll have to listen all the way to the end to find out who wins the pants challenge or at least who clearly does not.) Thank you for listening!
NOTE: This episode was recorded via Zoom on April 10th, 2020.
CREDITS
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2020-04-1752 minThe Slavic ConnexionBetween Diplomacy and Propaganda: Global Engagement in the Digital Age (with Nicholas Cull)Joining us via Zoom is the authority on public diplomacy from University of Southern California, Nicholas Cull. Having written the primary resource on the subject as used by the US State Department, Dr. Cull defines public diplomacy for us and expounds on how it has changed and will continue to change in this digital age. (Note: this is one of Tom's favorite interviews.)
ABOUT THE GUEST
Nicholas J. Cull is Professor of Public Diplomacy and is the founding director of the Master of Public Diplomacy program at USC. He took both his BA and PhD...
2020-04-1447 minThe Slavic ConnexionМузыкальное путешествие со специальным гостем Артемием ТроицкимArtemy Troitsky was scheduled to come to Austin and visit us at the University of Texas just a few weeks ago, but of course, due to enforced travel restrictions and a host of unforeseen coronavirus complications, his visit has been postponed until the Fall of 2020, hopefully. However, we decided to check in with him via Zoom, anyway, and he was gracious enough to join us not once but twice in both English and Russian to discuss music past and present and also biopics about the most famous musical artists of our time. Matt asks him what biopic he would...
2020-04-121h 02The Slavic Connexion"Everything is Going Extremely Well..."On this episode, Tom, Matt, and Graham reunite to discuss more about Covid-19, the continuing oil drama between Russia and Saudi Arabia, and the ways in which the pandemic will permanently affect our world. As Dave from 2001 A Space Odyssey said, "Everything is going extremely well."
NOTE: This episode was recorded on March 31, 2020 via Zoom.
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CREDITS
Co-Host...
2020-04-0649 minThe Slavic Connexion"The Shadow in the East" with Aliide NaylorOn this episode, we meet with freelance journalist Aliide Naylor who joins us for our first Zoom interview from London to discuss her experiences in Russia, Ukraine, and her newly released book on Putin and the Baltics. This is our 80th episode, and we want tthank you for listening wherever you are in the world. We hope you enjoy!
ABOUT THE GUEST:
Aliide Naylor
Aliide Naylor is a freelance journalist focusing on Russia and eastern Europe. Her writing has appeared in the Guardian, New Statesman, POLITICO Europe, frieze, openDemocracy, New Eastern Europe and Vocativ...
2020-04-0246 minThe Slavic ConnexionSoviets, Slovaks, and the Pope (with James Felak) // The Post-Socialist Effect (with Kateřina Kolářová)At this time, we understand the world is in chaos, but it's still a good idea to take a break from the headlines every once in a while and feed your Slavic mind! (Almost as important as washing your hands and responsible social distancing!!) So, while we get our Zoom on, please enjoy some of our squirreled away interviews that we've saved for such a time as this. On this episode, Cullan has a great conversation with the engaging Dr. James Felak, Central European historian at the University of Washington. Dr. Felak has an extra special connection for us...
2020-03-2836 minThe Slavic ConnexionThe Future is Viral: Putin, Petroleum, and the PandemicOn this episode, Tom and Matt are joined by returning guest Graham Reblitz to delve into the meaty headlines of the day: Russian politics, the conflict between Russia and Saudi Arabia, and the WHO-declared pandemic that is sweeping the globe.
NOTE: This episode was recorded on March 11, 2020 at the University of Texas at Austin.
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CREDITS
Co-Host/Co-Producer...
2020-03-1342 minThe Slavic Connexion"Our Generation" (featuring Christian Ray Flores... and his music)Christian Ray Flores is an entrepreneur, world traveler, and philanthropist who was an international music "supernova" during the 90s in post-Soviet Russia. Though he may have, by his own estimation, been a short-lived phenomena in Russia he continues to make tremendous impact globally to this day. From charities to start-up ventures to churches to film, Christian does it all and has (quite literally) seen it all! Listen to his amazing, highly-entertaining story on this episode.
ABOUT THE GUEST:
Christian Ray Flores holds an MA in Economics, speaks four languages and has a diverse international background...
2020-03-081h 07The Slavic ConnexionThe Filmmaker and the First Tsar: The Legend of Sergei Eisenstein (with Joan Neuberger)On this episode we have the privilege of speaking with History professor and Eisenstein expert Dr. Joan Neuberger who among many things is also co-host and co-creator of 15-Minute History podcast and the public history project Not Even Past.
ABOUT THE GUEST:
Dr. Neuberger received her PhD from Stanford University in 1985. She is currently a professor in the History Department at the University of Texas at Austin. Dr. Neuberger studies modern Russian culture in social and political context, with a focus on the politics of the arts. She is the author of an eclectic range...
2020-02-2853 minThe Slavic ConnexionA Little Bit Cosmopolitan (with Graham Reblitz)On this episode, we have the pleasure of getting to know the president of UT's International Affairs Society, Graham Reblitz, who brings his broad, cosmopolitan perspective to our studio and discussing everything from geopolitics in Europe to sports on the international plane.
ABOUT THE GUEST:
Graham Reblitz
Graham is a senior from Lakewood Ranch, Florida currently studying Economics and Government at UT, while also pursuing an undergraduate Certificate in Security Studies from the Clements Center. Academically, his interests include foreign affairs, diplomacy, and national security. Personally, his interests include sports, playing the guitar, movies...
2020-02-2425 minThe Slavic ConnexionTimeless Secrets of Ancient RomaniaOn this episode, we have the privilege of speaking with a modern-day archaeologist Dr. Adam Rabinowitz and archaeology grad student Susan Crane. Both take us into the ancient world of Romania through their exciting (and sometimes not-so-exciting) archaeological expeditions and unbelievable discoveries.
ABOUT THE GUESTS
Adam T. Rabinowitz
Adam Rabinowitz is an Associate Professor in the Department of Classics and Assistant Director of the Institute of Classical Archaeology at The University of Texas at Austin. He holds his PhD (2004) from the Interdepartmental Program in Classical Art and Archaeology at the University of Michigan, where...
2020-02-2037 min
Just Another FanboyI Am Not Watching Picard | 81As the title eludes to, I am not currently watching the CBS All Access Original Television Show Picard created by Akiva Goldsman, Michael Chabon, Kirsten Beyer, and Alex Kurtzman which is based on Star Trek: The Next Generation by Gene Roddenberry and stars Patrick Stewart, Alison Pill, Isa Briones, Michelle Hurd, Santiago Cabrera, Evan Evagora, and Harry Treadaway.No. I am not watching it.Not at all.This is the episode that tells you why, and the answer may shock you!Or not.I'll be honest. It probably won't...
2020-02-1324 min
Steeven Orr Else Media PresentsI Am Not Watching Picard | Just Another FanboyAs the title eludes to, I am not currently watching the CBS All Access Original Television Show Picard created by Akiva Goldsman, Michael Chabon, Kirsten Beyer, and Alex Kurtzman which is based on Star Trek: The Next Generation by Gene Roddenberry and stars Patrick Stewart, Alison Pill, Isa Briones, Michelle Hurd, Santiago Cabrera, Evan Evagora, and Harry Treadaway.No. I am not watching it.Not at all.This is the episode that tells you why, and the answer may shock you!Or not.I'll be honest. It probably won't...
2020-02-1324 min
Hack the Process: Mindful Meaningful Progress on Your PlansMomentum, Impactful Ideas, Terrible Leaders, and More in Process Hacker NewsWelcome to the Process Hacker News, your roundup of useful news and updates from Process Hackers who have been guests on Hack the Process with M. David Green. This week we’ve got momentum, impactful ideas, terrible leaders, and more.
For all the links, check out the show notes: https://www.hacktheprocess.com/momentum-impactful-ideas-terrible-leaders-and-more-in-process-hacker-news/
Enjoy!
Events
Brian Solis will be one of the keynote speakers at the Future of Marketing Conference on February 19 at the Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta.
Media
Malcolm Gladwell has published a new book called Talking to Strangers. Find out what it’s all about as Omar Zenh...
2020-02-1000 minThe Slavic ConnexionShades of Red, White, and Blue: Politics and Foreign Policy Today (with Dr. Mark Pomar)Dr. Mark Pomar, Russia expert and senior fellow at the Clements Center for National Security, revisits the studio to speak with us about modern-day politics and foreign policy in the US. Drawing on his extensive experience and service to the US government, Dr. Pomar gives us a deeper look into US-Russia relations and the future of the international landscape.
NOTE: This episode was recorded on February 7, 2020 at the University of Texas at Austin.
Thanks for listening and if you like us and support open academic programming, please take a second to rate the show on...
2020-02-1053 minThe Slavic ConnexionBridging the Gap: From Campus to Career (with Tom and Tracy)In this episode, Tom and Tracy team up to talk with three former CREEES and LBJ dual degree grad students who are successfully applying their classroom experience to the real world in very big ways. If you're a student eyeing that scary drop-off after graduation, then this episode is totally for you. Let our fabulous UT CREEES alumni Michael Deegan, Jessica Terry, and Ryan Williams reassure you: degrees CAN turn into awesome careers, and yes, you will get paid!
NOTE: This episode was recorded on January 31, 2020 at the University of Texas at Austin. Alumni appeared courtesy of...
2020-02-011h 04The Slavic ConnexionThe Quintessential S. Ansky // The Sprit of Sakha (ASEEES)At the 2019 ASEEES Conference, PhD student Raya Shapiro shares with SlavX host Samantha about their research on the Jewish émigré playwright and author S. Ansky. And then, anthropoligist Jenanne Ferguson from the University of Nevada talks about the language of Sakha (Yakut) and the intrinsic spirit of all languages.
ABOUT THE GUESTS:
Raya Shapiro is a 3rd year PhD student at the University of Illinois Chicago. They are interested in how late 19th/early 20th century Eastern European Jewish writers used different languages - for politics, for publication, for practicality - and how their multilingualism creatively sh...
2020-01-261h 06The Slavic Connexion"The Russia Factor": From Japan to the Crimea Consensus (ASEEES)Russia and Japan have yet to reconcile when it comes to the islands in the Pacific. Professor Akaha gives us his take on the relations between these two nations in the aftermath of the Cold War. Then, in the second half of the episode, Dr. Smeltz from the Chicago Council on Global Affairs explains her findings from surveys that reveal Russians still approve of Putin's foreign policy and also the increased negativity of Americans towards Russians post-Crimean annexation.
ABOUT THE GUESTS
Tsuneo Akaha
Professor Akaha currently teaches at Middlebury Institute of International Studies (MIIS). He...
2020-01-2341 min
Rich Take On SportsDon Muson: Living your BEST daysShow Notes:Does not refer to himself as the “Voice of the Tigers” as he believes that Jim Philips will always be the “Voice”Don’s college roommate Mike Gore got him into broadcasting at Appalachian St. UniversityHis Dad was born in Atlanta and was a Presbyterian minister and worked in a radio ministry and his faith came from a very young ageLove of sports began early because his parents loved sportsAs a kid, Bobby Orr was a hero and is on his bucket list of people to meetHank Aaron is also on his bucket list but Joe Torre was...
2019-11-011h 10The Slavic ConnexionAdventures in Communism with Susanne SternthalThe indomitable Dr. Susanne Sternthal joins host Matt Orr in the studio to discuss her breadth of experience from New York to Moscow. Please visit her guest page for more on her bio and published works. https://www.slavxradio.com/guests/sternthal
Movie mentioned by Susanne: GET OUT https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5052448/
Book mentioned by Susanne: D.H. Lawrence's THE RAINBOW https://www.amazon.com/Rainbow-Wordsworth-Classics-D-Lawrence/dp/1853262501/ref=sr_1_3?crid=2XSJ7C4WNZNWH&keywords=the+rainbow+d.h.+lawrence&qid=1554698969&s=gateway&sprefix=the+rainbow+d.h%2Caps%2C187&sr=8-3
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2019-04-0857 minThe Slavic ConnexionAll About Civics (with Matthew Orr)Graduate student and researcher Matthew Orr talks about civic education and discourse in modern-day Russia and Ukraine.
Books referenced include THE BET by Anton Chekhov. Available on Amazon here:
https://www.amazon.com/Bet-Anton-Chekhov-Illustrated-ebook/dp/B074P937ZH/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=the+bet+chekhov&qid=1552589351&s=gateway&sr=8-1
CREDITS
Producer & Creator: Michelle Daniel (Connect: facebook.com/mdanielgeraci Instagram: @michelledaniel86)
Co-Producer: Tom Rehnquist (Connect: facebook.com/thomas.rehnquist)
Associate Producer: Lauren Nyquist (Connect: facebook.com/lenyquist Instagram: @nyquabbit)
Associate Producer: Matthew Orr (Connect: facebook.com/orrmatthew)
Associate Producer: Milena...
2019-03-1144 min
??????R40SFP 37 – Training Solution Focus: Training Trainers with Brenda Zalter-Minden and Heather FiskeSFP 37 – Episode 37: Training Solution Focus: Training Trainers with Brenda Zalter-Minden and Heather Fiske
Simply Focus Podcast – Episode #37
Hosted by: Elfie Czerny & Dominik Godat | Intro: Bibiana Czerny & Ken Brooks | Music: www.bensound.com
SFP 37 - Episode 37: Training Solution Focus: Training Trainers with Brenda Zalter-Minden and Heather Fiske
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„We learn a lot from the participants, the energy they bring, the ideas, the exercises they have done, that work for them. It’s always really refreshing and really rewarding.“
Brenda Zalter-Minden
“So, one of the ways I think abo...
2018-11-1333 min
The D6 Family Ministry Podcast#88 | A Mile in Your Senior Pastor’s Shoes – Greg BairdGreg Baird talks about the role of senior pastor and how we can be supporters instead of discouragers. Michelle Orr is with us to give advice to authors and would-be authors.
2018-01-0136 min
Black Esquire PodcastWe All Lose When The Family FeudsEpisode 2: We All Lose When The Family Feuds-
Hosts Shelley Whitehead and Michelle Jenkins sit down with guest, Erika Orr, to discuss the "do's and don'ts" of dealing with family over the holidays. In this episode, our hosts and guest share their personal experiences with setting boundaries for family members, strategies for wealth building, and a response to a listener letter regarding racist comments in the workplace.
Guest Spotlight:
This episode's guest Erika Orr is a candidate for judge in Cook County's 1st Sub-Circuit and a family law practitioner with 18 years of legal expertise including 13 years spent working in the...
2017-11-2200 min
Christ over Culture18 | Bible 101: Learning how to Read and Study the Bible ResponsiblyMind. Body. [Soul] series.
Bible 101! Have you ever thought about reading the Bible all the way through? Well I have and what I can say is, it's not as easy as I thought. So, I've brought in one of the most amazing Bible scholars I know, Pastor Kim Orr, to help me break this thang down! In this episode, we debunk myths, discuss the difference between reading vs. studying the Bible, and walk through an example of how one might go about studying the Bible responsibly whether its their first time opening the Bible for themselves or their eleven-hundredth time...
2017-05-111h 06
Geologic PodcastThe Geologic Podcast Episode #482The Show Notes The Martin Guitar Factory Intro Shootin’ a Vid ‘yo Interesting Fauna (Field Report from Michelle Franklin) - The Wombat (revisited) If I Win… Going to see ARW Religious Moron of the Week - Michelle Edmisten from Fred S. Brundick Rupert McClannahan’s Indestructible Bastards - Todd Orr Ask George - Watches? from Mikko Show close ................................... More Information CSICON Las Vegas Indestructible Bastard Todd Orr ................................... Geologic Podcast Patronage Subscribe and infor...
2016-10-1455 min
HorrorAddicts.netHorrorAddicts.net 128, A. Craig NewmanHorror Addicts Episode# 128SEASON 11 Hosted by Guest: Dan and Michelle Shaurette Intro Music by: Valentine Wolfe ———————— a.craig newman | leper | http://traffic.libsyn.com/horroraddicts/HorrorAddicts128.mp3 Find all articles and interviews at: http://www.horroraddicts.net 125 days till halloween dan shaurette, michelle, psyche corporation, edgar allan poe, out of the coffin, emerian rich, baycon, teen wolf, vampires, zombies, the vampire diaries, elena, caroline, the originals, penny dreadful, cancelled, lost girl, preacher, coming movies, lights out, don’t breathe, before i wake, david watso...
2016-06-261h 02