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Zoomers 2 BoomersFrom Soup Cans to Fame with Amy AlcottIn this conversation, Paige and David sit down with Amy Alcott, a World Golf Hall of Fame member and one of the most accomplished players in LPGA history. Born in Kansas City and raised in Santa Monica, Amy's 35-year professional career yielded 29 LPGA Tour victories, including 5 major championships. Known for her creative shot-making and "go for the pin" style of play, Amy pioneered the iconic tradition of winners jumping into "Poppie's Pond" at the Kraft Nabisco Championship (now the Chevron Championship) and has since transitioned into golf course design, working with renowned architect Gil Hans on projects including the course...2025-04-0257 minZoomers 2 BoomersFrom Harvard to Nashville: The Musical Journey of Anne BuckleFrom Harvard to Nashville: The Musical Journey of Anne BuckleIn this conversation, Paige and David sit down with Anne Buckle, a Nashville-based singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist whose music blends Appalachian roots with indie Americana. A Harvard graduate with a master’s in arts and education, Anne’s path has been anything but conventional—spanning diplomacy, education policy, and ultimately, a thriving career in music.Anne shares her journey from classical violinist to Americana artist, the influence of her Appalachian roots, and how she transitioned from government work to a life of songwriting and performance. She also discusses the evolution of countr...2025-02-111h 04Zoomers 2 BoomersPlanet Humana: Risk, Trust, and Revolutionizing Modern Philanthropy with Gordon WeissIn this conversation, David engages with Gordon Weiss, co-founder of Planet Humana, discussing his “boots on the ground” humanitarian work where his team works on the front lines of the Ukraine conflict to provide medical assistance and training. Gordon describes the challenges of providing direct aid in conflict zones, the importance of understanding local needs, and the remarkable stories of volunteers who have given up careers to assist in the effort. He poignantly describes the impact of targeted philanthropy in addressing urgent needs in war-torn areas.2025-01-2147 minZoomers 2 BoomersBridging Hip Hop to Academia with Dr. A.D. CarsonIn this enlightening conversation, Dr. Carson discusses his journey from Decatur, Illinois—the "soybean capital of the world"—to becoming a pioneering figure in academia specializing in Rap MusicMinor chan. He delves into how his upbringing and passion for hip hop shaped his innovative approach to education. The episode explores the cultural significance of hip hop, its integration into academic settings, and the transformative power it holds for students and communities alike.Connect With David Biderman:David’s LinkedInConnect with Paige Biderman:Paige’s LinkedInConnect with Dr. A.D. Carson:Dr. Carson's WebsiteDr Carson's MusicZoo...2024-10-221h 00Zoomers 2 BoomersExploring the Philly Music Scene with Dan DragoIn this episode, we sit down with Dan Drago. Dan produces 25 O’ Clock, a Philadelphia music podcast, and is a former touring musician. With over 20 years in the Philadelphia music community, Dan has a wealth of experience and stories to share.You’ll learn about Dan's journey as a musician, and the evolution of his podcast. We discuss his experiences growing up in Western New York, his move to Philadelphia, and his thoughts on the changes in the music industry over the years. Additionally, we also touch on his favorite music venues, the impact of streaming on artists, and...2024-08-061h 04Zoomers 2 BoomersBehind Enemy Lines: Lydia Bulas's Life Fighting the CartelLydia Bulas is the president of Lydia Bulas & Associates, a firm she has led since 2002, conducting independent reviews of anti-money laundering functions for banks and money services businesses. Her career highlights include playing a crucial role in the investigation that led to the arrest of Pablo Escobar's right-hand man and the first indictment of the Great American Bank of Dade County. Lydia has also received several accolades for her contributions, including a Drug Enforcement Award and two South Florida Impact Awards. She is a graduate of the University of Miami with a BBA in accounting and is a certified anti-money...2024-06-1850 min
Zoomers 2 BoomersWelcome To Zoomers 2 BoomersZoomers 2 Boomers is a podcast where Paige, a tech-savvy Zoomer, and her dad, a classic car-loving Boomer, bridge the generational gap through engaging conversations. Each week, they dive into topics relevant to both generations, from the latest in tech and culture to timeless debates that spark family discussions. Join them and their diverse guests for candid chats, sharing insights and perspectives with humor and heart, promising to leave you with a smile and a fresh take on the generational divide.2024-06-1302 minZoomers 2 BoomersMining Data on the Transformational Impact of Dating Apps ft. Dr. Liesel SharabiDating apps create more romantic relationships than any other activity. They are also the source of immense data on users’ preferences for a romantic partner, and their algorithms are trained to measure and maximize the use of this data. Liesel Sharabi has made a career studying dating apps and their underlying technology. She joins us for a fascinating conversation about how these apps work, how to maximize your own use of these apps, and the effect of these apps on long term romantic happiness. Dr. Liesel Sharabi is an associate professor in the Hugh Downs School of Human Comm...2024-05-211h 02Zoomers 2 BoomersExploring PTSD and the Psychological Profile of War Correspondents ft. Anthony FeinsteinDr. Anthony Feinstein, a professor of Psychiatry at the University of Toronto, studies journalists in wartime and conflict situations. He has authored four award winning books on journalists under conflict, including Moral Courage: 19 Profiles of Investigative Journalists [link] and Shooting War, has published a series of important studies exploring the psychological effects of conflict on journalists, covering the Balkans, Iraq, Mexico, Syria, Kenya, Iran, Afghanistan, the refugee crisis in Europe, and the aftermath of the 9/11 attack on New York City. His books have served as the basis of the documentary Journalists under Fire [link] He currently consults for a number of...2024-04-3058 minZoomers 2 BoomersExploring Human Rituals with Dimitris XygalatasWe’re excited to have trailblazing anthropologist, Dimitris Xygalatas, author of the highly acclaimed book Ritual: How Seemingly Senseless Acts Make Life Worth Living, tell us how his study of high-intensity rituals like coronations, firewalking, and terrifying rites of passage are just some examples of multiple universal expressions that link us together. He describes how apparently pointless ceremonies pervade every documented society, from handshakes to hexes, fraternity and sorority hazings to parades, share an underlying logic central to our experience. He helps you, our listeners, identify and appreciate the importance of the everyday ceremonies for understanding and guiding our lives.2024-04-1855 minZoomers 2 BoomersBeyond the Boots: Houston Bernard on Evolution and AuthenticityWe love country music and have one of the best of the bunch here. Houston Bernard is a popular and prolific independent country music artist with blasting rockabilly vocals and unbelievable songs. Houston, who tours nationwide, is an Army Veteran. His country roots run deep with a family tree that includes songwriters, touring musicians, and an outlaw gunfighter nicknamed “Bitter Creek.”. Houston has released a series of singles, EPs and albums. In 2013, he released his debut self-titled EP and followed up with his first full-length album, Knockin’ Boots, in 2015. In 2018, he released his second EP, Lucky Man, followed by Freedom, in 2020, w...2024-03-131h 18Zoomers 2 BoomersBANI vs VUCA: The Art of Future-Proofing ft. Jamais CascioForeign Policy magazine Top 100 Global Thinker, Jamais Cascio, joins us to describe how we have transformed from the Defense Departments VUCA world(volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity) to his concept of a BANI world (Brittle, Anxious, Non-linear and Incomprehensible). He created the "BANI" model for working with chaotic futures, a concept now widely used around the world. James has appeared in multiple television and film documentaries and serves as a Distinguished Fellow at the Institute for the Future. In early 2009, he released his book, Hacking the Earth: Understanding the Consequences of Geoengineering. Jamais is with Paige and me...2024-02-2857 minZoomers 2 BoomersNavigating Tech in Business ft. Mark D NichollsMark Nicholls is the Chief Executive Officer at Information Professionals Group. In this role, he specializes in crafting strategic plans for clients, showcasing his leadership and expertise in the field of strategic planning. Mark is also a Director and previous Deputy Chair of the Australian Information Industry Association, the peak industry body for the digital technology sector in Australia. His experience spans public, commercial & and not-for-profit sectors, and he passionately believes in the immense benefits digital technology brings to organizations, communities, and nations. Mark joins us on the show to share some of the lessons learned during his 30...2024-02-1552 minZoomers 2 BoomersNative Voices: Osage Representation in Film ft. Joel RobinsonJoel Robinson is a citizen of the Osage Nation who currently lives in Louisville, Kentucky. He has a Bachelor's from Eastern Kentucky University in Recreational Park Administration and a Master's from Northwestern State University in Parks and Recreation Management. He currently works as an Evening and Weekend Studies Coordinator at a trade school in Kentucky while pursuing freelance writing projects. Joel joins us on the show to share more about his article Killers of the Flower Moon is not the movie an Osage would have made. You should still see it, why he wrote it, how it went...2024-01-301h 00Zoomers 2 BoomersThe Heart & Soul of Modern Country Music ft. Jay KnowlesJay Knowles was born in Texas, raised in Tennessee, and educated in Connecticut. Over the last 20 years, his songs have been recorded by classic singers like George Strait, Alan Jackson, and Harry Connick, Jr., as well as today's hottest Country stars like Luke Bryan, Blake Shelton, Lainey Wilson, and Raffi. Jay's professional honors include Number One songs on multiple charts, a BMI Million Air Award, and a Grammy nomination for Country Song of the Year. We’re excited to welcome Jay to the podcast to share more about the details about his songwriting career, the moments in musical hi...2023-10-1957 minZoomers 2 BoomersThe Politics of Sound: Equity and Inclusion in Country Music Labels ft. Dr. Jada WatsonDr. Jada Watson holds a Ph.D. in Musicology from Université Laval and a Master of Information Studies from the University of Ottawa. In 2020, she was awarded the Faculty of Arts Distinguished Teaching Award for Part-time Professors. She is the author of Whose Country Music? Genre, Identity, and Belonging in Twenty-First Century Country Music, a collection of essays forthcoming with Cambridge University Press. Since 2019, she has been the Digital Humanities Coordinator at the University of Ottawa, including the Digital Humanities Summer - the only bilingual digital humanities institute in Canada. In May 2022, she received the CSDH/SCHN Outstanding Early Career A...2023-10-031h 16Zoomers 2 BoomersThe New Age Weapons Deterrence ft. Leonor Tomero, Congressional Commission on the Strategic Posture of the United StatesCommissioner of the Congressional Commission on the Strategic Posture of the United States, Leonor was appointed by House Armed Services Committee Chairman Adam Smith to examine the long-term strategic posture of the United States, including a threat assessment, detailed review of nuclear weapons policy and strategy, and recommendations as the most appropriate strategic posture and strategy moving forward. Leonor Tomero previously served as the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Nuclear and Missile Defense Policy in the Office of the Secretary of Defense, supporting the Under Secretary of Defense for Policy and the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Strategy, Plans...2023-09-191h 00Zoomers 2 BoomersMelissa Fortunato, FBI Undercover and Negotiating CareerMelissa Fortunato, Founder and Chief Negotiation Officer (CNO) of Alchemy-Team, tells us about her 23-year FBI career as a Crisis Negotiator and Undercover Agent. Melissa is a graduate of Quantico’s famed negotiation training program and tells us how active listening and well-designed questions brought her remarkable success in resolving hostage for ransom, political kidnappings, and off-kilter abductions. On the show this week, she tells Paige and David how a “romantic” trip to Thailand led to a fake wedding and the chauffeur-driven apprehension of a large band of international arms dealers.Melissa also dives into some of the benefi...2023-08-1659 minZoomers 2 BoomersCyber Criminals at the Beach ft. Rich Latulip: former Secret Service Undercover AgentThis week on Disarming Data, we’re speaking with former Secret Service Agent Rich Latulip, who shares his unique experience in understanding cybersecurity threats from the inside as an undercover agent tasked with building relationships with known cyberterrorists. He tells us about staying at Thai beach resorts with cyber criminals so he can meet them in person—not on-line. He discusses the underground world of buying and selling credit card data and the challenges of conducting business as an undercover agent working with international law enforcement agencies.Rich also shares some of the obstacles undercover agents have...2023-08-011h 09Zoomers 2 BoomersNavigating The Societal Impacts of Weight and Body Image ft. Dr. Sarah NutterDr. Sarah Nutter is a weight stigma researcher and an influential voice in the body positivity movement. With personal experience battling weight stigma and body dissatisfaction, Sarah has dedicated her career to understanding and combating the harmful effects of diet culture. Her groundbreaking work at the University of Victoria has shed light on the detrimental impact of media messages, societal beauty ideals, and weight loss efforts on individuals' mental and physical well-being. Sarah advocates for challenging societal norms, promoting positive body image, and redefining health beyond weight. Her expertise and innovative approaches continue to inspire and empower individuals to embrace...2023-07-1855 minZoomers 2 BoomersResponsible Online Gambling and Gaming ft. Jeremy Edge - Licensed Professional CounseloIn this episode, addiction counselor Jeremy joins us to discuss the distinction between recreational gambling and addiction. Jeremy shares stories from his clients and offers insights into identifying gambling addiction behaviors and setting boundaries. He explores software solutions for managing gambling website usage and discusses why people gamble, from boredom to financial need. We delve into the rapid ascent of online gambling websites and the increase and gambling behaviors generally.Jeremy is a licensed professional counselor with over seven years of experience working with adults, teens, and children in various settings, including ADAPT of Missouri, Every Child’s Ho...2023-05-3055 minZoomers 2 BoomersDemystifying Online Dating ft. Amy Nobile | A Revolutionary Approach To Finding Love On Your LaptopAmy Nobile is a renowned coach, author, and entrepreneur who revolutionized the world of online dating through her coaching business, Love Amy. She provides personalized guidance and practical strategies for achieving success in the digital dating world. Her transformative coaching programs have touched countless lives, helping people find romantic fulfillment. We’re so excited to have Amy on the show to delve into the intriguing world of online dating in a conversation with hosts of vastly different generations. In this episode, we enjoy Amy’s very practical advice, explore the pitfalls of online dating, and discover why Amy once...2023-05-1659 minZoomers 2 BoomersElizabeth Keating: Professor of Anthropology At The University of Texas | The Social Impacts Of TechnologyWorn out by endless Zoom conference calls? In this episode, we are thrilled to have Professor Elizabeth Keating, an anthropologist at the University of Texas at Austin, talk to us about what we are missing by working remotely. Elizabeth has studied the social impacts of remote communication long before the pandemic forced us into remote work—a practice that seems here to stay. She explains how we are missing out on important social cues, such as body language, gestures, or peripheral hallway communications, that are essential for robust communication. Elizabeth’s article on the subject is fascinating. https://www.americanscientist.org...2023-05-0255 minZoomers 2 BoomersRaj Salhotra: Co-founder and Executive Director at Momentum Education | Preparing Students For Education Beyond High SchoolRaj Salhotra is the Co-founder and Executive Director at Momentum Education. After graduating from Rice University, he joined Teach for America and was placed at YES Prep Southwest, where he taught Pre-Calculus and AP Statistics. While at YES Prep, he co-founded One Jump, an educational technology non-profit that connects high school students to enrichment opportunities. After YES Prep, he attended Harvard Law School, where he focused on researching public policy issues and representing tenants being evicted from their homes. During law school, he started Students With Ambition Go (SWAG) To College, a mentorship non-profit that provides underserved high school and...2023-04-0448 minZoomers 2 BoomersEmma Todd: CEO of MMH Blockchain Group | The Impact of Blockchain on Data SecurityEmma Todd: CEO of MMH Blockchain Group | The Impact of Blockchain on Data Security Emma Todd is the CEO of MMH Blockchain Group, a company that provides data systems consulting, communications, and events for technology organizations. She is a board member of the Canadian Blockchain Consortium, Canada's largest blockchain association, and the Chair of the CBCS FinTech committee. Emma is also the Chair of the Advisory Council for Girls in Tech and a past chairwoman and executive board member of Blockchain for Impact. She has worked with the United Nations and has spoken alongside...2023-03-071h 01Zoomers 2 BoomersDr. Abbie Maroño: Director of Education at Social-engineer | How To Leverage Nonverbal CommunicationDr. Abbie Maroño is both a scientist and a practitioner in the field of human behavior, bringing a unique level of experience and scientific validation to her work. Abbie is now the Director of Education at Social-engineer, LLC, as well as the Director of the International Organization for Reconstruction (IOR). Abbie specializes in nonverbal communication, trust, and the psychological mechanisms underpinning human decision-making. She is an active member of several internationally recognized research groups and was awarded reviewer of the year in 2020, from select journals, for her significant contribution to the academic community. We’re excited to hav...2023-01-311h 05Zoomers 2 BoomersGavin Kaysen: Founder of Soigné Hospitality Group | Turning a Crisis into SuccessGavin Kaysen is an award-winning chef and advocate for the culinary profession. He is the founder of Soigné Hospitality Group, a nationally recognized restaurant group, including Spoon and Stable. He is also the co-founder of Heart of the House Foundation, to support his team and community, and a founding member of the Mentor BKB Foundation, which supports young chefs.. His restaurant hosts a Synergy Series where he invites a visiting chef to sit down for a meaningful dialogue about their life and career. He is the proud recipient of two James Beard Awards: Rising Star Chef of the Year in 2008 a...2023-01-0350 minZoomers 2 BoomersJoe Saboe: Founder of Team America Relief, US Army Officer Veteran, Soccer Dad | Remotely Saving Lives During Withdrawal From AfghanistanJoe Saboe, retired Army vet, was at home in the US when--out of the blue--he got a plea to help Afghans who supported our troops escape Kabul. He had little time. This was early August , 2021, just weeks before the door was to shut. Amazingly, from thousands of miles away, he organized Team America Relief, a network of veterans and civilians who remotely provided crowdsourcing software, logistical support, and constant communications to help Afghan allies safely make it to Kabul airport , pass through gates packed with a human wave clamoring to be let in, and fly to safety. Joe’s “Digital Dunk...2022-12-1345 minZoomers 2 BoomersYuliana Shemetovets: Activist For Cyber Partisans | Disrupting Infrastructure In BelarusYuliana Shemetovets is the official spokesperson for the Cyber Partisans, the clandestine network of technologists and ethical hackers who are doing their utmost to prevent repression in Belarus and thwart the Russian Invasion of Ukraine. This group of ethical hackers has recovered copies of every passport in Belarus and posted those of the leaders of the repressive regime of Alexander Lukashenko. They also hacked into and disabled the rail line that served as the main connection for the transport of arms from Russia to Ukraine. Yuliana and her colleagues are extremely committed and brave, operating in a world where dissenters...2022-11-2958 minZoomers 2 BoomersLisa Lind Dunbar: Writer and Activist | Creating Equitable Spaces In The Restaurant IndustryLisa Lind Dunbar spent 14 years working in Danish restaurants and has worked in some of the world's top-rated restaurants in Copenhagen. She began posting on social media about the darker side of these top-rated restaurants and has written articles and appeared on TV discussing the darker side of fine dining in Copenhagen. She is committed to creating equitable spaces within the restaurant industry, dismantling the status quo of top-down dominance of working conditions, for real, systemic change, and for workers to be afforded the rights they have been owed for too long. Lisa Lind Dunbar is on the...2022-11-1554 minZoomers 2 BoomersEd Bice: CEO of Meedan | Fact Checking and Addressing MisinformationEd Bice is the CEO of Meedan, a social tech NGO focused on increasing the online exchange of media, dialogue, and educational materials between Arabic and English speakers. At the confluence of social networking, social translation, and open innovation, Meedan has forwarded ideas and projects with the singular focus of promoting more diverse networks for knowledge, data, and idea exchange between Arabic and English speakers on the Internet. Ed has been an invited speaker at the 2010 Harvard Advance Leadership Initiative, the 2009 UN Internet Governance Forum, and many other ICT4D events. Ed is a member of the Partners for a...2022-11-0158 minZoomers 2 BoomersAdrianus Warmenhoven: Defense Strategist at Nord Security | The Importance of Practicing Digital HygieneAdrianus Warmenhoven, Defensive Strategist at Nord Security, has been involved in pioneering endeavors in IT since the early 1990s. He collaborated in setting up anti-cybercrime branch organization for ISPs and was CTO for one of the first free ISPs in the Netherlands. Adrianus has done security reviews and advises international organizations on how to deal with active threats and extortion. He is now active as a security evangelist and develops academic classes in hacking.Disarming Data is hosted by father-daughter team David and Paige Bitterman, and on the inaugural show, they welcome Adrianus Warmenhoven, Defensive Strategist at...2022-10-2557 minZoomers 2 BoomersWelcome To Disarming Data!Interviews with digital sector experts, covering data and privacy. In this podcast, your hosts David and Paige Biderman are coming at you from two generational viewpoints. Paige's is the millennial point of view, and David's is the boomer point of view. Tune in to hear these two different perspectives on the stories, challenges, and accomplishments of their digital sector guests.2022-10-1301 min