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Assessment Matters by Valuebase.ai68: Gonz Sanchez - Argentina, Property Taxes, and AIValuebase CEO Will Jarvis sits down with Gonz Sanchez to explore what property taxation looks like in an economy crushed by extreme inflation. They unpack how Argentina’s money printing, corruption, and cash-based real estate distort assessed values and fairness, and what U.S. assessors can learn about building more resilient property tax systems.
2026-02-2642 minAssessment Matters by Valuebase.ai67: There’s Only One Way to Value Property: Data, Stats, and Multicollinearity with Keith WolfOn this episode of Assessment Matters, host and Value Base CEO Will Jarvis talks with veteran appraiser and data geek Keith Wolf about what truly drives credible valuations: data and variable interactions.They unpack:How mass and fee appraisal really overlapWhy stats and data science matter for everyday appraisalHow misunderstanding multicollinearity can lead you badly astrayIf you’re an assessor or appraiser using models, this one’s for you.
2026-02-1023 minAssessment Matters by Valuebase.ai66: Unlocking Better Ratio Studies: Introducing RatioPal with Will Jarvis & Jonathan WilliamsStill doing ratio studies in CAMA or spreadsheets?On this episode of Assessment Matters, Will Jarvis (CEO, ValueBase) and Jonathan Williams (Account Manager & former assessor) introduce RatioPal – a free, browser-based ratio study tool that lets you upload sales data and instantly see COD, PRD, PRB, VI, outliers, and more. Run studies from a single neighborhood to your entire jurisdiction, spot vertical equity issues faster, and keep all data on your local machine.👉 Try RatioPal free: valuebase.ai/ratioPal
2026-02-0608 minAssessment Matters by Valuebase.ai65: From Small Counties to Big Data: Jonathan Williams on Modern Commercial AppraisalJoin host Will Jarvis, CEO of ValueBase, as he sits down with Jonathan Williams, commercial appraisal expert and new member of the ValueBase team. Recorded live at the North Carolina Assessors Association Conference in Cherokee, they discuss career paths in assessment, the challenges of commercial valuation and income modeling, how better data and technology can transform jurisdictions of all sizes, and the surprising parallels between property tax and Jonathan’s second career as an organist.
2026-02-0317 minAssessment Matters by Valuebase.ai64: Fairness, Funding, and the Future of Assessing with Justin EimersOn this episode of Assessment Matters, host Will Jarvis, CEO of ValueBase, sits down with Justin Eimers, Assessment Advisor for IAAO. They discuss the role of assessors in promoting equity, challenges in explaining property tax to the public, best practices for documenting processes and leveraging automation, and why regular salary studies are essential for retaining high-quality assessment staff.
2026-01-2332 minAssessment Matters by Valuebase.ai63: From Shoe Store to 5-Term Assessor: Mark Chapin on Valuing Mansions, Mobile Homes, and PeopleVeteran Colorado assessor Mark Chapin joins host Will Jarvis to share how a chance shoe-store encounter launched his 48-year career in property assessment. Mark explains what it’s like serving as an elected assessor in resort-heavy Eagle County, how his team values everything from mobile homes to $40M mansions using mass appraisal and market specialization, and why he believes independence from political pressure matters. He closes with practical career and leadership advice on patience, culture-building, and treating taxpayers like customers: “meet everybody like they’re your friend.”
2026-01-1515 minAssessment Matters by Valuebase.ai62: Scott Rountree - Navigating Change with Tech in AppraisalIn Episode 62 of "Assessment Matters," join host Will Jarvis as he sits down with Scott Rountree, Chief Appraiser, to explore the evolving landscape of property assessment. Scott shares insights from his journey from real estate to public service, discussing the impact of technology and AI on the field. Discover how Scott navigates the challenges of budget constraints and the importance of continuous learning in the appraisal industry.
2026-01-0622 minAssessment Matters by Valuebase.ai62: The Importance of Property Tax with Bobby Fisher.Join CEO and host Will Jarvis for a conversation with Bobby Fisher from Bulloch County, Georgia. Bobby is the GAAO President. They discuss Bobby's journey and the insights he's gained over the years.
2025-12-2235 minAssessment Matters by Valuebase.ai61: Mike Montandon - Navigating Property Assessment: Insights from Navajo CountyIn Episode 61 of "Assessment Matters," host Will Jarvis, CEO of ValueBase, sits down with Mike Montandon from Navajo County, AZ. Together, they explore the intricacies of property assessment and the unique challenges faced in Navajo County. Tune in for an insightful discussion on the evolving landscape of property valuation.
2025-12-1926 minAssessment Matters by Valuebase.ai60: Travis Noll on Challenges in ValuationJoin Will Jarvis, CEO of Valuebase and host of Assessment Matters, and guest, Travis Noll, on "Assessment Matters," where they delve into the intricacies of valuation and assessment in today's dynamic market. Discover insights, strategies, and expert interviews that illuminate the path to understanding value in business.
2025-12-1726 minAssessment Matters by Valuebase.ai59: Ken Joyner - Challenges in Property TaxListen while Will Jarvis, CEO of Valuebase, sits down with Mecklenburg County Assessor, Ken Joyner, to discuss how he got into Property Tax and what he's learned over his career!
2025-12-1030 minAssessment Matters by Valuebase.ai58: Les Ratliff - Navigating the Appraisal WorldOn this episode of "Assessment Matters," join host Will and guest Les Ratliff as they delve into the unexpected journey of becoming an appraiser. Les shares his story of how a mix-up led him to a career in appraisal, the challenges of data quality in mass appraisal, and the evolving role of technology in the field. They also discuss the complexities of property tax systems and the importance of fair distribution. Tune in for insights on navigating the appraisal world and the balance between technology and human interaction.
2025-12-0638 min
Jarvis KingstonEpisode 1493 - Jarvis Kingston The LORD thy God in the midst of thee is mighty; he will save, he will rejoice over thee with joy he will resYour Nightly Prayer 🙏🏾 Psalm 106:3 The LORD thy God in the midst of thee is mighty; he will save, he will rejoice over thee with joy; he will rest in his love, he will joy over thee with singing. -Zephaniah 3:17 DEVOTION Based on Zephaniah 3 God as jubilant lover shocks religious sensibilities. 'In the midst' places Him central, not distant. 'Mighty' ensures capability; 'save' declares intention. But then—divine emotion explodes. God rejoices, rests in love, sings over you. The universe's Creator becomes celestial Celebrator of His people. 'Joy over thee with singing'—heaven's choir has a Soloist...
2025-10-1215 minAssessment Matters by Valuebase.ai53: Will Jarvis - Understanding AI and LLMs (IAAO Presentation)The podcast explores the world of mass appraisal, offering insights and expert perspectives on the latest trends and developments in the field. Will Jarvis discusses the role of AI-powered automated valuation models in transforming property assessments. The episode delves into the benefits and challenges of large language models (LLMs), highlighting their potential to enhance efficiency in knowledge work. Will emphasizes the importance of prompt engineering and the need for context when interacting with LLMs. The episode also introduces ValPal, a tool developed by ValueBase to assist in property assessments using AI.
2025-10-0315 min
Jarvis KingstonEpisode 1433 - Jarvis Kingston Thus saith the Lord God unto these bones; Behold, I will cause breath to enter into you, and ye shall live ❤️Your Daily Prayer 🙏🏾 Ezekiel 37:5 Hope is never lost when God is involved. Today’s daily devotional is based on the story of Ezekiel and the Valley of Dry Bones. Among the fields of Babylon, the prophet Ezekiel was given a vivid vision of a valley filled with dry bones. As the spirit of God rushed into the valley, the bones came to life and were restored, symbolizing God's promise to revive and unify His people. STORY Bible in a Year: Valley of Dry Bones Scripture Thus saith the Lord God unto these bones; B...
2025-08-1315 min
Jarvis KingstonEpisode 1394 - Jarvis Kingston No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to thYour Nightly Prayer 🙏🏾 Matthew 6:24 No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon.” MATTHEW 6:24 DEVOTION Based on Matthew 6 Jesus speaks directly to the tension between serving God and serving worldly gain. We can’t fully give ourselves to both. Mammon represents wealth, security, and self-driven success apart from God. When we try to serve both, our hearts become divided. But a surrendered heart can’t have dual loyalties.
2025-07-0515 min
Jarvis KingstonEpisode 1293 - Jarvis Kingston And the Lord, he it is that doth go before thee; he will be with thee, he will not fail thee, neither forsakeYour Nightly Prayer 🙏🏾 Deuteronomy 31:8 And the Lord, he it is that doth go before thee; he will be with thee, he will not fail thee, neither forsake thee: fear not, neither be dismayed.” DEUTERONOMY 31:8 DEVOTION Based on Deuteronomy 31 This powerful promise reminds us that God Himself goes before us. He has already prepared the way for whatever lies ahead—uncertainty, challenges, or new seasons. We are not alone in our journey. God promises His presence, His unfailing help, and His constant support. When fear and discouragement threaten to overwhelm us, we can hold t...
2025-03-2615 min
Jarvis KingstonEpisode 1278 - Jarvis Kingston Be strong and of good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the Lord thy God, he it is that does go wYour Daily Prayer 🙏🏾 Deuteronomy 31:6 True success is not measured by personal achievements but by our impact on others lives. FRUITS OF THE SPIRIT ACTION: PEACE Find something that brings you joy (a favorite snack, a funny video, a pet) and savor that moment of peace. Today’s story reflects on Moses’ legacy as a faithful servant who impacted millions by obeying God’s purpose. It reminds us that true success is measured by the positive influence we have on others, not by personal achievements. STORY Bible in a Year: The Life of a True Se...
2025-03-1115 min
Jarvis KingstonEpisode 1268 - Jarvis Kingston The LORD said to Moses, 'Is the LORD’s arm too short? Now you will see whether or not what I say will come trYour Daily Prayer 🙏🏾 Numbers 11:31 You only discover true joy and power when you learn to be content regardless of circumstances. Today’s story focuses on the Israelites’ complaints in the wilderness and God’s response of provision. It teaches us that true joy and strength are found in gratitude and trust in God, not in fulfilling every desire or longing for the past. STORY Bible in a Year: God Provides Quail Scripture The LORD said to Moses, 'Is the LORD’s arm too short? Now you will see whether or not what I say wil...
2025-03-0115 min
Jarvis KingstonEpisode 1261 - Jarvis Kingston Your Daily Prayer 🙏🏾 Exodus 14:29 The past is behind you. It’s time to move forward with joy and faith YAHYour Daily Prayer 🙏🏾 Exodus 14:29 The past is behind you. It’s time to move forward with joy and faith. FRUITS OF THE SPIRIT ACTION: JOY Spend time meditating on what salvation means to you and how it brings you joy. Today’s story highlights God’s deliverance of the Israelites at the Red Sea and His provision through manna. It reminds us to trust Him to make a way in impossible situations and move forward with joy and faith, leaving the past behind. STORY Bible in a Year: God Protects and Provides
2025-02-2215 min
Jarvis KingstonEpisode 1255 - Jarvis Kingston A new heart also will I give you, and a new spirit will I put within you and I will take away the stony heartYour Nightly Prayer 🙏🏾 Ezekiel 36:26-27 A new heart also will I give you, and a new spirit will I put within you: and I will take away the stony heart out of your flesh, and I will give you an heart of flesh. And I will put my spirit within you, and cause you to walk in my statutes, and ye shall keep my judgments, and do them.” EZEKIEL 36:26-27 DEVOTION Based on Ezekiel 36 God promises complete transformation—replacing our hardened hearts with hearts of flesh, sensitive to His voice. Our natural tendency is resista...
2025-02-1615 min
Jarvis KingstonEpisode 1217 - Jarvis Kingston God doesn’t call the great; He makes them great. Trust His promise, step out in faith, and embrace the changeYour Daily Prayer 🙏🏾 Genesis 12:3 Greatness isn’t about where you start but where faith takes you. Reflect on Abram’s journey: God doesn’t call the great; He makes them great. Trust His promise, step out in faith, and embrace the transformation ahead. STORY Bible in a Year: Abram and Sarai Scripture I will bless those who bless you, and whoever curses you I will curse; and all peoples on earth will be blessed through you. Genesis 12:3 What does it mean to be great? And how does one become great? God t...
2025-01-0915 min
Jarvis KingstonEpisode 1178 - Jarvis Kingston Trust that God will equip you for His purposes when you step out in faith. This week, pray for a heart that iYour Daily Prayer 🙏🏾 Luke 9:23 True leadership begins with a servant’s heart. Today’s daily devotional is based on the story of Jesus choosing the twelve disciples. These men came from humble backgrounds—fishermen, a tax collector, and even a zealot. Yet Jesus saw beyond their imperfections and called them to follow Him, revealing that greatness in the Kingdom of God doesn’t depend on status or ability but on faith and willingness to serve. This story demonstrates how God calls and equips ordinary people for extraordinary purposes. STORY Heroes in the Bible: The Twelve Scriptur...
2024-12-0237 min
Jarvis KingstonEpisode 1155 - Jarvis Kingston I will praise the name of God with a song, and will magnify him with thanksgiving.” PSALM 69:30 Prayers Up !Your Nightly Prayer 🙏🏾 Psalm 69:30 Give ear, O LORD, unto my prayer; And attend to the voice of my supplications. Psalm 86:6 DEVOTION Based on Psalm 86 Tonight's psalm reminds us that God is, and always will be, our greatest help when we face trials or tribulations. Trials can be confusing and leave us wondering what, when, and how to move forward. He has the solutions, He knows the perfect path to take, and He is faithful to complete what He’s started in our lives. The key to our peace through it all is to remain f...
2024-11-0815 min
Excellence In Healthcare Podcast008_Embracing Obsession: Jarvis’s KeyNote on Healthcare Excellence and LeadershipSend a textJoin us for a riveting episode of the "Excellence In Healthcare" podcast, where our host, Jarvis T. Gray, delivers an unforgettable keynote speech at a Lean Six Sigma graduation event hosted by Dr. Shernette Kidd. Jarvis shares a wealth of insights and inspiring personal stories designed to motivate and equip healthcare professionals to transition from "practice speed" to "game speed."Episode Highlights:Personal Triumphs: Hear Jarvis recount his freshman year as a redshirt football player at the University of Miami and the transformative lesson of "game speed"...
2024-10-2935 min
Jarvis KingstonEpisode 1123 - Jarvis Kingston “I will give thanks to The Lord with my whole heart. I will tell of all your marvelous works.” PSALM 9:1 AmenYour Nightly Prayer 🙏🏾 Psalm 9:1 Judge me O LORD for I have walked in mine integrity I have trusted also in the LORD therefore I shall not slide. Psalm 26:1 DEVOTION Based on Psalm 26 Every day, we can find ourselves in situations where we could become frustrated with elements of our relationships with others. There could be the temptation to retaliate toward someone for the hurt they've caused or frustration for the energy they bring to the relationship. But because of God’s Spirit within us, we can find strength to remain patient and kind, acting toward o...
2024-10-0715 min
Jarvis KingstonEpisode 1067 - Jarvis Kingston Lord through the Power of Your Holy Spirit I will speak life into the dead dreams of others like Ezekiel 37Today’s daily devotional is based on the story of Ezekiel and the Valley of Dry Bones. Among the fields of Babylon, the prophet Ezekiel was given a vivid vision of a valley filled with dry bones. As the spirit of God rushed into the valley, the bones came to life and were restored, symbolizing God's promise to revive and unify His people. STORY Bible in a Year: Valley of Dry Bones Scripture Thus saith the Lord God unto these bones; Behold, I will cause breath to enter into you, and ye shall live.
2024-08-1215 min
Assessment Matters by Valuebase.ai38: Doug Kirkpatrick: Insights from a Veteran County AppraiserIn this episode of the "Assessment Matters" podcast, host William Jarvis sits down with Doug, a seasoned county appraiser with over 35 years of experience. Doug shares his insights on the evolution of the GAAO summer conference, the challenges and strategies of property valuation and appeals in a small county, the importance of empathy and customer service in the assessment profession, and the future trends in real estate and technology integration. The conversation provides valuable perspectives for both new and experienced professionals in the property assessment field.
Notes:
Covers Doug's extensive career journey, working in various counties and...
2024-08-0948 min
Assessment Matters by Valuebase.ai31: Marco Kuijper - Overseeing Property Assessment in the NetherlandsIn this episode, we're joined by Marco Kuijper, Strategy Developer at The Netherlands Council for Real Estate Assessment. We talk about the role of oversight agencies in Netherlands property taxation, the growth of AI, as well as new trends in the assessment field.
We cover:
Introduction to Assessment Matters podcast 00:00
Marco’s bio and big ideas 00:35
Marco’s background in auditing and assessment oversight
What will AI do to the assessment industry?
Will taxpayers trust the results of AI valuation models?
What effect will AI have...
2023-12-2815 min
Assessment Matters by Valuebase.ai17: Russell Hill - Good Leadership in AssessmentIn this episode, we're joined by Assessor Russell Hill of Washington County, Arkansas to talk about being a leader and new trends in the assessment field:
We cover:
Russell’s background 0:01
Introduction to Assessment Matters podcast
Russell’s background in real estate valuation.
What is needed from leadership to better and more efficiently keep up with rapid growth?
Russell’s bio and big ideas for the future 2:31
Entering office as an elected official without much technical experience
How government can succeed in serving busine...
2023-08-2925 min
Narratives145: Alex Priou - Technology, Progress and HistoryIn this episode we're joined by UC Boulder philosophy professor Alex Priou, and Russ Greene to discuss Technology, Progress and History.Transcript:William Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways it is worse in the past, where it's a better, more definite vision of the future. I'm your host, William Jarvis. And I want to thank you for taking the time out of your day to listen to this episode. I hope you enjoy it...
2023-04-301h 03
Narratives144: Ed West - Britain, Europe and DeclineIn this episode we're joined by writer Ed West to discuss the decline of the UK, the future of Europe, and where we go from here. This episode was cohosted by Lars Doucet. Transcript:William Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways it is worse in the past, where it's a better, more definite vision of the future. I'm your host, William Jarvis. And I want to thank you for taking the time o...
2023-04-3053 min
Narratives142: David Gilford - InfrastructureIn this episode, we are joined by David Gilford. David's work focuses on the intersection of the private and public sectors, applying technology and new business models to solve urban problems. He currently leads policy and strategic partnerships for Sidewalk Infrastructure Partners (SIP), a company that spun out of Alphabet to build next-generation infrastructure ranging from robotic recycling systems to roadways for connected and automated vehicles. We discuss the evolution of infrastructure, the role of local government and communities, and the need for more innovative public-private partnerships. Learn more or contact him at davidgilford.com. In this episode, we cove...
2023-04-1044 min
Narratives141: Jeremiah Johnson - NeoliberalIn this episode, we're joined by Jeremiah Johnson, the creator of the Neoliberal movement. William Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways it is worse in the past, where it's a better, more definite vision of the future. I'm your host, William Jarvis. And I want to thank you for taking the time out of your day to listen to this episode. I hope you enjoy it. You can find show notes, transcripts and videos at narratives podcast.com.
2023-03-3158 min
Narratives139: Mark Johnson - Philanthropy, Tech Transfer, and StartupsIn this episode, we're joined by Stand Together CTO Mark Johnson. We discuss: Mark’s background, the problem with tech transfers from basic research, the cultural differences between Silicon Valley and San Francisco, how can we encourage a bottom up approach to philanthropy, how to manage well, and a whole lot more. William Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways that is worse in the past towards a better, more definite vision of the future. I'm...
2023-03-1343 min
Narratives138: Eric Tarczynski - Contrary CapitalIn this episode we discuss: When to throw in the towel and when not to, the commonalities between the best and worst founders, the bottleneck to innovation in tech, dealing with pressure to grow bigger funds, venture as an access game and a whole lot more. Transcript:William Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways that is worse in the past towards a better, more definite vision of the future. I'm your host, William Jarvis. A...
2023-03-131h 00
Narratives137: Eli Dourado - LLMs, Stagnation, and AlignmentIn this episode, we're joined by Eli Dourado to discuss his recent article Heretical thoughts on AI. How LLMs will interact with the culture war, how alignment can make the great stagnation worse, and a whole lot more. Transcript:William Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways that is worse in the past towards a better, more definite vision of the future. I'm your host, William Jarvis. And I want to thank you for taking the time o...
2023-02-2722 min
Narratives136: Ben Reinhardt - Speculative TechnologiesIn this episode, we're joined by previous guest Ben Reinhardt to discuss his newest venture, Speculative Technologies. https://www.spec.tech/library/introducing-speculative-technologiesWe also discuss the ins and outs of starting a new organization, how to bootstrap legitimacy, the second order effects of technology, large language models, and the future of robotics and its current challenges. Transcript:William Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways it is worse in the past, where it's a...
2023-02-2443 min
Narratives135: Julian Weisser - Startups, Angel Investing and On DeckIn this episode, we're joined by On Deck cofounder Julian Weisser to discuss the right framework for finding new ideas, lessons for founders to draw from the past, aligning on values before aligning on ideas, founding pairs that work well, the role of defensibility, the role of no code, distributed ownership vs. concentrated ownership, and a whole lot more. William Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways it is worse in the past, where it's a better, m...
2023-02-1452 min
Narratives134: Misha Saul - Marriage, Religion and the Domestication of MenIn this episode, we're joined by Misha Saul to discuss geographic determinism and inevitability, how Misha thinks about finding alpha. Retrofitted narratives and how they work, the domestication of men.The importance of symbolic ceremonial traditional things. The importance of knowing the jewish tradition, and a whole lot more. Transcript:William Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways it is worse in the past, where it's a better, more definite vision of the future. I'm your host, W...
2023-02-1146 min
Narratives133: Garrett Langley - Flock SafetyIn this episode, we're joined by Garrett Langley of Flock Safety to discuss the nature of crime in our society. How to decrease crime, and how to build a hyper-growth startup outside of the major hubs. Transcript:William Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways it is worse in the past, where it's a better, more definite vision of the future. I'm your host, William Jarvis. And I want to thank you for taking the t...
2023-01-3125 min
Assessment Matters by Valuebase.ai2: Herman Perkins - The State of the Assessment IndustryIn this episode, we're joined by Herman Perkins, Head of Growth at ValueBase. We discuss the biggest challenges assessors face today, the biggest opportunities you see for assessors over the next decade, and the technological trends that will drive the field.
2023-01-2629 min
Narratives132: Joey Politano - Apricitas EconomicsIn this episode, we're joined by Joey Politano to discuss the state of the global economy, what happened in 1971, his blog Aprictas Economics and a whole lot more. Transcript:William Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways that is worse in the past towards a better, more definite vision of the future. I'm your host, William Jarvis. And I want to thank you for taking the time out of your day to listen to this episode. I h...
2023-01-2448 min
Narratives131: Devon Zuegel - Urbanism and the Future of CitiesIn this episode, we're joined by Devon Zuegel to talk about Prospera, urban sprawl, James Scott's Against the Grain, Georgism and more. Transcript:William Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways that is worse in the past, or it's a better, more definite vision of the future. I'm your host, William Jarvis. And I want to thank you for taking the time out of your day to listen to this episode. I hope you enjoy it. You can find s...
2023-01-1749 min
Narratives130: Zach Caceres - Startup CitiesIn this episode, we're joined by Zach Caraces to talk about startup cities, what has gone wrong with American cities? What can we do to fix them? The lack of customer service culture in the cities industry. Platform vs. product cities, why Americans love to travel in Latin American cities. The overlap between what the AI field is learning and urban planning, how planned startups cities should be, Kannapolis NC, and a whole lot more.William Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better...
2023-01-1154 min
Narratives129: Emily Harrawood - The Past, Present and Future of ChildcareIn this episode I'm joined by Emily Harrawood. Emily is an early-childhood educator and founder with extensive knowledge of the childcare industry. We discuss the current problems with the industry, how it originally came about, how to improve it, and what the future of childcare looks like in the United States.William Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways that is worse in the past, or it's a better, more definite vision of the future. I'm your...
2023-01-0357 min
Narratives128: Jai Malik - Rebuilding The American Industrial BaseIn this episode, we're joined by Jai Malik, GP of Countdown Capital to discuss how we can rebuild America's industrial base.Transcript:William Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways that is worse in the past towards a better, more definite vision of the future. I'm your host, William Jarvis. And I want to thank you for taking the time out of your day to listen to this episode. I hope you enjoy it. You can find...
2022-12-2621 min
Narratives127: John Manoochehri - Towards the Spatial WebIn this episode we are joined by John Manoocheri and Shawnee Foster to discuss the spatial web, the future of the Metaverse, the state of architecture, the nature of art and a whole lot more. You can find John and Shawnee's work at https://treasury.space/Transcript:William Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways that is worse in the past, or it's a better, more definite vision of the future. I'm your host, William Jarvis. And...
2022-12-2058 min
Narratives126: Cam Wiese - The World’s FairIn this episode, we're joined by Cam Wiese to discuss his new World's Fair project https://worldsfair.co/ We also discuss how to change culture, break stagnation, and build a better future. Transcript:William Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways that is worse in the past towards a better, more definite vision of the future. I'm your host, William Jarvis. And I want to thank you for taking the time out of your day t...
2022-12-1334 min
Narratives125: Jeff Huber - What comes after modernity?In this episode, I'm joined by my friend Jeff Huber to discuss just what comes after modernity. We also discuss the current moment, can we build a definite vision of the future, Peter Thiel, the role of Christianity, and a whole lot more. You can check out Jeff's work at https://twitter.com/jeffreyhuber Transcript:William Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways that is worse in the past towards a better, more definite vision of the...
2022-12-0543 min
Narratives124: Mr. Beat - Teaching, Youtube and Henry GeorgeIn this episode we're joined by Mr. Beat, a renowned teacher and educator who now runs the youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/@iammrbeatWe discuss the best methods to teach someone anything, the state of youtube for content creators, Mr. Beat's recent interest in the economist Henry George and more. This episode was cohosted by Lars Doucet. https://youtu.be/mS_CyMuRcaoTranscript:William Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the pa...
2022-11-291h 04
Narratives123: Reed Shafer-Ray - Moral Entrepreneurs, Mountaintop and Social ImpactIn this episode, we're joined byReed Shafer-Ray to talk about moral entrepreneurship, his new effort called Mountaintop, how to reshape the culture of American elites and a whole lot more. Reed is a Harvard grad who cofounded Lead for America. Transcript:William Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways that is worse in the past towards a better, more definite vision of the future. I'm your host, William Jarvis. And I want to thank you for taking th...
2022-11-2250 min
Narratives122: Resident Contrarian - Tech Loneliness and ReligionIn this episode, we're joined by Resident Contrarian to discuss being poor in America, the state of Christianity, social conservatism, and a whole lot more. Resident blogs at: https://www.residentcontrarian.com/Transcript:William Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways that is worse in the past towards a better, more definite vision of the future. I'm your host, William Jarvis. And I want to thank you for taking the time out of your day to listen t...
2022-11-141h 00
The Jarvis ShowMeet Jarvis & How to Tell a Great StoryMeet Jarvis and the long-awaited Jarvis Show where he is poised to find out the ‘who’s-who’ of the world. Jarvis will it known that the world is not all bad, that there still lots, even millions, of good-hearted visionaries, romantics, pioneers, and thinkers covered over by obstacles that would keep them small and unknown to the masses. The Jarvis Show will cover a range of topics in Life, Culture, Entertainment and most importantly, Storytelling. The Jarvis Show is about connecting to world together and making our neighbors seem not a strange and far away. Everyone has a story to sha...
2022-11-0850 min
Narratives121: Zohar Atkins - Liberalism, Hierarchy and AIIn this episode, I'm joined by Zohar Atkins to discuss the future of Liberalism, hierarchy, AI, religion and a whole lot more.Transcript: William Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways it is worse in the past, where it's a better, more definite vision of the future. I'm your host, William Jarvis. And I want to thank you for taking the time out of your day to listen to this episode. I hope you enjoy it. You...
2022-11-071h 01
Narratives120: Rohit Krishnan - Strange Loop CanonIn this episode, we are joined by Rohit Krishanan to talk about EA, the value of management consultants, the common traits of companies that last a long time, and where all of the Beethoven's went. Rohit blogs at: Transcript:William Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways that is worse in the past, or it's a better, more definite vision of the future. I'm your host, William Jarvis. And I want to...
2022-11-0140 min
Narratives119: Marshall Kosloff - The RealignmentI recorded an episode with Marshall Kosloff about theories of change and progress, what outsiders get right and wrong about the American political system, why politicians should wear suits, and a whole lot more. This episode was cohosted by Lars Doucet.William Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways it is worse in the past, where it's a better, more definite vision of the future. I'm your host, William Jarvis. And I want to thank you for...
2022-10-251h 28
Narratives118: Jeffrey Ladish - Security, AI and AbundanceIn this episode, I'm joined by Jeffrey Ladish to discuss AI alignment, the possibility of abundance and how information security matters for alignment. Jeffrey blogs at https://jeffreyladish.com/William Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways it is worse in the past, where it's a better, more definite vision of the future. I'm your host, William Jarvis. And I want to thank you for taking the time out of your day to listen to this episode...
2022-10-1749 min
Narratives117: Lars Doucet - Land Is A Big DealIn this episode, we're joined by Lars Doucet to discuss his new book, Land Is A Big Deal. You can buy it here: https://www.shacksimplepress.com/product-page/land-is-a-big-deal Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways that is worse in the past towards a better, more definite vision of the future. I'm your host, William Jarvis. And I want to thank you for taking the time out of your day to listen to this episode. I hope you enjoy...
2022-10-1529 min
Narratives116: Stephen Hoskins – Land and Liberty to BuildIn this episode, we’re joined by urban economist Stephen Hoskins to discuss the relationship between zoning and land value. This episode was cohosted by Lars Doucet. Transcript:William Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways it is worse in the past, where it's a better, more definite vision of the future. I'm your host, William Jarvis. And I want to thank you for taking the time out of your day to listen to this episode. I hop...
2022-10-111h 24
Narratives115: Minn Kim - Industrial Progress, Immigration and the American DreamIn this episode we're joined by early stage investor Minn Kim to talk about Industrial Progress, Immigration and the American Dream. We also cover the future of frontier tech, and how to enable more successful hard tech companies through better policy. Transcript:Will Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways it is worse in the past, where it's a better, more definite vision of the future. I'm your host, William Jarvis. And I want to thank you f...
2022-10-0352 min
Narratives114: Trevor Klee - Autoimmune Diseases, Drug Development and CatsIn this episode we are joined by Trevor Klee. Trevor is the founder of Highway Pharmaceuticals is a biotech startup creating drugs for autoimmune diseases. Right now, they're running a pilot trial of our drug in feline stomatitis. Feline stomatitis is a serious autoimmune disease that affects 1 million cats per year in the US. The only treatment for it currently is a $1k+ surgery. By the end of the trial, we expect to have evidence that our drug can safely and effectively suppress the feline immune system. This positions our drug to become the only alternative to a...
2022-10-0131 min
Narratives113: Stuart Buck - The Good Science ProjectIn this episode, I talk with Stuart about metascience, why the age of NIH grantees has risen so much, how to improve science, and how well our current funding organizations work. Stuart runs the Good Science Project. https://goodscienceproject.org/Transcript:William Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways that is worse in the past, or it's a better, more definite vision of the future. I'm your host, William Jarvis. And I want to thank you for t...
2022-09-2748 min
Narratives112: Emad Mostaque - AI, Alignment, and Stable DiffusionIn this episode, we're joined by Emad Mostaque, founder and CEO of Stability.ai to talk about his recent release of Stable Diffusion (an open source transformer language model), AI ethics, AI alignment, and what large language models mean for the fuutre. This episode was co-hosted by Lars Doucet. William Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways it is worse in the past, where it's a better, more definite vision of the future. I'm your hos...
2022-09-1942 min
Narratives111: Nathan Baschez - Strategy, Writing and ContentIn this episode we're joined by Nathan Baschez, cofounder of Every. We discuss business strategy, how win with content, and the art of writing well. Will Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways it is worse in the past, where it's a better, more definite vision of the future. I'm your host, William Jarvis. And I want to thank you for taking the time out of your day to listen to this episode. I hope you enjoy it. You c...
2022-09-1258 min
Narratives110: Sam Bowman - The Housing Theory of EverythingIn this episode, we are joined by Sam Bowman to talk about the housing theory of everything, the slowdown in science and technology, the long term economic future of the UK, and a whole lot more.William Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways that is worse in the past, or it's a better, more definite vision of the future. I'm your host, William Jarvis. And I want to thank you for taking the time out of...
2022-09-0557 min
Narratives109: David Goldberg - Founders Pledge, Philanthropy and Doing GoodIn this episode we are joined by Founders Pledge CEO David Goldberg to discuss philanthropy, how best to do good, and how startup founders should think about prioritizing their charitable giving.Transcript:William Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways it is worse in the past, where it's a better, more definite vision of the future. I'm your host, William Jarvis. And I want to thank you for taking the time out of your day to listen...
2022-08-2953 min
Narratives108: Noah Smith - Abundance, Georgism and YIMBYismIn this episode we're joined by Noah Smith to talk about Georgism, why we need abundant energy, housing, heathcare and dignity, and the success of the YIMBY movement. Noah Smith is an economist who blogs at: This episode was co-hosted by Lars Doucet.Transcript:William Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways it is worse in the past, where it's a better, more definite vision of the future. I'm your host, William Jarvis. And I...
2022-08-2257 min
Narratives107: Byrne Hobart - Bubbles, Finance and the EMHIn this episode of Narratives, we're joined by Byrne Hobart to discuss finance, bubbles, reflexivity, George Soros, the EMH and a whole lot more.William Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways that is worse in the past, or it's a better, more definite vision of the future. I'm your host, William Jarvis. And I want to thank you for taking the time out of your day to listen to this episode. I hope you...
2022-08-151h 02
Narratives106: Paul Morland - Demographics and the Fertility CrisisIn this episode, we are joined by the demographer Paul Morland to discuss his new book Tomorrow's People. We discuss the decline in infant mortality, the lack of population growth in the developed world and what has caused it, urbanization, fertility, population decline in the West, and a whole lot more.Transcript:William Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways it is worse in the past, where it's a better, more definite vision of the...
2022-08-0952 min
Narratives105: Arpit Gupta - Transit, Zoning and InfrastructureIn this episode, we're joined by NYU professor Arpit Gupta to talk about transit, zoning, land value taxes and housing. We also discuss land value capture and public transit. This episode features my friend Lars Doucet as a co-host.Transcript:Will Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways it is worse in the past, where it's a better, more definite vision of the future. I'm your host, William Jarvis. And I want to thank you for taking...
2022-08-0245 min
Narratives104: Matt Clifford - Ambition, Agency and Talent InvestingIn this episode, we're joined by Matt Clifford to talk about the history of ambition, his work building Entrepreneur First, cofounder matching, talent investing, and how to direct more talented people into better career paths.William Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways it is worse in the past, where it's a better, more definite vision of the future. I'm your host, William Jarvis. And I want to thank you for taking the time out of your...
2022-07-2557 min
Narratives103: Jordan Blashek - Defense, Political Polarization and Great Power ConflictJordan Blashek is the author of the book Union: A democrat, a republican, and the search for common ground. Jordan is also an impact Investor, and Military Veteran, focused on strengthening the U.S. strategic advantage. He is the cofounder of America’s Frontier Fund.In this episode, we talk America's defense system, solving political polarization, and how we can win in a great power conflict with China. Transcript:William Jarvis 0:05Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways it is wor...
2022-07-1849 min
Narratives102: Aaron Hamlin - Approval VotingIn this episode, we are joined by Aaron Hamlin, the executive director of the nonprofit The Center for Election Science. Aaron has had great success implementing approval voting across the United States. This episode was cohosted by Lars Doucet.Transcript:William Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways that is worse in the past towards a better, more definite vision of the future. I'm your host, William Jarvis. And I want to thank you for taking the...
2022-07-1156 min
Narratives101: Caleb Watney - Progress, Immigration and PolicyIn this episode, we're joined by Caleb Watney to talk about how he thinks about policy change, the current rate of progress, and how to make science go faster. Caleb is the co-founder of the Institute of Progress. Transcript:William Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways it is worse in the past, where it's a better, more definite vision of the future. I'm your host, William Jarvis. And I want to thank you for...
2022-07-0449 min
Narratives100: Vitalik Buterin - Governance, Political Economy and CryptoIn this episode, we're joined by Vitalik Buterin, the co-founder of Ethereum to discuss governance, political economy, and crypto. We also discuss land value taxes, Georgism, optimal voting systems and public goods provisioning. This episode was co-hosted by Lars Doucet. Transcript:Will Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways it is worse in the past, where it's a better, more definite vision of the future. I'm your host, William Jarvis. And I want to thank you for t...
2022-06-271h 03
Narratives99: Daryl Fairweather - The Housing CrisisTranscript:Will Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways it is worse in the past, where it's a better, more definite vision of the future.Will Jarvis 0:20 I'm your host, William Jarvis. And I want to thank you for taking the time out of your day to listen to this episode. I hope you enjoy it. You can find show notes, transcripts and videos at narratives podcast.com. Additionally, in this episode, my friend Lars...
2022-06-2056 min
Narratives98: Erik Hoel – Writing, Neuroscience and GeniusIn this episode, we’re joined by writer and neuroscientist Erik Hoel to talk about where all the geniuses went, the secrets of the publishing industry, and the current state of neuroscience. You can find Erik’s work at: https://erikhoel.substack.com/ Transcript:Will Jarvis 0:34Awesome. Well, Eric, how are you doing this evening?Erik Hoel 0:39Oh, I’m doing well. I’m doing well. Thank you for having me on.Will Jarvis 0:42Eric, thanks so much for taking the time to come on the show. Do you mind giv...
2022-06-1453 min
Narratives97: William Eden - VC, Parenting and LongevityIn this episode, I'm joined by entrepreneur in residence William Eden to discuss biotech venture capital, parenting, longevity, American decadence and a whole lot more. Transcript:William Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways that is worse in the past, or it's a better, more definite vision of the future. I'm your host, William Jarvis. And I want to thank you for taking the time out of your day to listen to this episode. I hope you e...
2022-06-072h 05
Narratives95: Delian Asparouhov - Risk, Venture Capital and AgencyIn this episode, we talk with Delian Asparouhov, principal at Founders Fund, about keynesian beauty contests, who should become a founder, removing bottlenecks to successful companies, how to encourage more agency and more. Transcript: Will Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways it is worse in the past, where it's a better, more definite vision of the future. I'm your host, William Jarvis. And I want to thank you for taking the time out of yo...
2022-05-2340 min
NarrativesNorman Ohler: Blitzed (Bonus Episode)William Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways it is worse in the past, where it's a better, more definite vision of the future. I'm your host, William Jarvis. And I want to thank you for taking the time out of your day to listen to this episode. I hope you enjoy it. You can find show notes, transcripts and videos at narratives podcast.com. Well, hey, Norman, how are you doing today?Norman Ohler 0:40 ...
2022-05-1924 min
Narratives94: Political Polarization with Richard HananiaIn this episode, I talk with Richard Hanania about political polarization, what we could have done better in Afghanistan, how to manage great power conflict, and a whole lot more. You can find Richard's work at https://richardhanania.substack.com/ William Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways that is worse in the past, or it's a better, more definite vision of the future. I'm your host, William Jarvis. And I want to thank you for taking...
2022-05-1649 min
Narratives93: Biotech with Rachel CraigIn this episode, I talk with Motionhall co-founder and CEO Rachel Craig to talk about biotech, the state of R+D, how drugs get commercialized, the rate of innovation int he life sciences, and a whole lot more. Transcript:Will Jarvis 0:05 Hey folks, welcome to narratives. narratives is a podcast exploring the ways in which the world is better than in the past, the ways that is worse in the past, or it's a better, more definite vision of the future. I'm your host, William Jarvis. And I want to thank you for taking the...
2022-05-0950 min
Narratives82: The Tao of Physics with Fritjof CapraIn this episode, we're joined by Fritjof Capra, to talk about the Tao of Physics, free will, and determinism, what happened in 1971, and a whole lot more. Fritjof Capra is an Austrian-born American physicist, systems theorist and deep ecologist. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit willjarvis.substack.com
2022-02-2147 min
Narratives77: Christianity, Poker, and Venture Capital with Pratyush BuddigaIn this episode, we are joined by Pratyush Buddiga, and Dr. David Jarvis to talk about how Pratyush came to Christianity, how to win in highly competitive environments, and how to make America better. Pratyush is an investor at Susa Ventures. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit willjarvis.substack.com
2022-01-1754 min
Narratives72: The Environmental Causes of Obesity with Slime Mold Time MoldIn this episode we're joined by the sibling duo Slime Mold Time Mold to talk about the environmental causes of obesity. We also discuss why current theories about diet are insufficient, the benefits of working with people you trust, and a whole lot more. We're also joined by Faith Jarvis for this episode. You can check out Slime Mold Time Mold's blog at https://slimemoldtimemold.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit willjarvis.substack.com
2021-12-1343 min
Narratives50: Girard, Postmodernism, and Academia with Geoff ShullenbergerIn this episode, Will talks to Geoff Shullenberger about Girard, the premodern/modern/postmodern distinction, academia, christianity and a whole lot more. Link to show notes, video, transcript and more athttps://narrativespodcast.com/2021/07/12/50-girard-postmodernism-and-academia-with-geoff-shullenberger/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit willjarvis.substack.com
2021-07-1253 min
The Booksmiths PodcastYour Next Five Moves #3 with Ashleigh HughffWe're moving onto Move 3 of "Your Next Five Moves" by Patrick Bet David.
We were joined for this one by Ashleigh Hughff, co-owner of Copper Rose Hair and Beauty in Stockton. Ash was very generous with her insights into team building and team management!
We hope you enjoy.
As ever, if you want to get involved with the show. Find us on social @booksmithspod (Instagram is best at the moment!) or email thebooksmithspodcast@gmail.com
Other stuff:
You can connect with Ash on Linked In here.
Copper...
2021-05-171h 16The Booksmiths PodcastYour Next Five Moves #2 with James LangfordAs we continue our look into Your Next Five Moves by Patrick Bet David, we're joined by James Langford.
James is a Strategy Consultant, currently working at EY based over in Abu Dhabi. He was OUTSTANDING for this book, his experience and background made us think in ways we hadn't previously.
We hope you enjoy. As ever, if you want to get involved with the show. Find us on social @booksmithspod (Instagram is best at the moment!) or email thebooksmithspodcast@gmail.com
Other stuff:
You can connect with James on...
2021-05-101h 15The Booksmiths PodcastDo You Know YOURSELF? | Your Next Five Moves #1, with Cassie Moyse.Do you know yourself?!
On this episode of The Booksmiths' Podcast, we're covering Move One from 'Your Next Five Moves' by Patrick Bet-David.
Move 1: 'Master Knowing Yourself' invites us to do some deep introspection about our own goals, motivation and values. After all, YOU are the only constant in YOUR life, you could probably do with knowing yourself a little better.
This is a great one for you if you've been asking yourself "Do I Really Want This?".
Guy & Will were joined by Cassie Moyse for this episode...
2021-05-031h 22The Booksmiths PodcastNo D*ckheads | Legacy by James Kerr #2Throughout April, we're covering Legacy by James Kerr.
What The All Blacks Can Teach Us About The Business Of Life.
For this episode, you've got Guy & Will smashing through Chapters 6 to 10. You'll get to hear why the All Blacks select on character over talent, and we ponder how we can implement that into our own teams...
Enjoy.
We're social: @booksmithspod.
If you wanna get involved with the show, email: thebooksmithspodcast@gmail.com. We want suggestions for guests, books and as many of your questions as possible!
2021-04-121h 24The Booksmiths PodcastSweep The Sheds | Legacy by James Kerr #1Throughout April, we're covering Legacy by James Kerr.
What The All Blacks Can Teach Us About The Business Of Life.
For this episode, you've got Guy & Will smashing through Chapters 1 to 5 in the book. You'll learn why the best of the best always clean up after themselves, and how great leaders unite their teams through implementing a common purpose.
Enjoy.
We're social: @booksmithspod.
If you wanna get involved with the show, email: thebooksmithspodcast@gmail.com. We want suggestions for guest, suggestions for the next book...
2021-04-051h 07The Booksmiths PodcastZero To One: Peter Thiel | PILOT EPISODE | The Booksmiths PodcastYou're about to listen to the pilot episode of The Booksmiths Podcast, where good mates Guy & Will, share a couple of beers and chat through one of the world's best books in Sport, Business or Self Development.
We've chosen Zero To One by Peter Thiel as our first book. A must read for anyone who fancies themselves as a businessman or an entrepreneur. And let's face it - that's all of us...
Since this is our pilot episode, you can forgive us for some scruffy audio - we'll improve as we go! In true...
2021-03-291h 09
Narratives31: Industrial Policy, Innovation, and Decline with Ben Landau-TaylorThis week, Will talks to Ben Landau-Taylor about why only America seems to be able to innovate, why state capacity has declined in the US, and how to think about industrial policy in the modern world. Ben is a Senior Analyst at Bismark Analytics. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit willjarvis.substack.com
2021-03-011h 07
The Booksmiths PodcastPaul Lancaster on 'Zero To One' by Peter ThielOn this episode we talked with Award-winning SuperConnector of Entrepreneurs, Intrapreneurs & Investors. Writer & Founder of Newcastle Startup Week, TRYBES & Plan Digital, Paul Lancaster.
Zero To One is a look all about start ups so really there was no one else! Be sure to follow Paul on Linked In, Twitter or Instagram. And be sure to check out all the help available to business overs over at Newcastle Start Up Week! We can't wait until Start Up Week is in person again!
If you're a start up founder and you've never picked...
2021-02-221h 11
Narratives10: GPT-3 and the Future of Artificial IntelligenceWhat is artificial intelligence? What does it mean for the future of humanity? What is the state of the art today? Will and his brother Glenn cover out two competing visions of how general artificial intelligence will be designed and develop over the coming century. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit willjarvis.substack.com
2020-10-0550 min
Narratives8: DomesticationWhy does your dog act like a dog and not your cat? Why does your cat not act like your dog? If cats are better hunters than dogs (hint: they are), why do we hunt with dogs instead of cats? Why do we ride horses rather than cows? Why are cows primarily a food source and not horses? We sit down with Faith Jarvis this week to learn about the domestication of the animals that are our pets and the ones that become our dinner. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with o...
2020-09-211h 18
Narratives7: Startups, with Eric SmithWhat do Machine Learning, the French Horn, Championship Scrabble, the Lotus Evora, cryptocurrency mining and startups have in common? Eric Smith. Eric joins Will in this week's episode for an exploration of startup life. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit willjarvis.substack.com
2020-09-141h 08