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Michelle Satter to Be Honored at 2025 Sundance Film Festival Gala Celebrating Sundance Institute Presented by Google TV 11/22/2024

Michelle Satter to Be Honored at 2025 Sundance Film Festival Gala Celebrating Sundance Institute Presented by Google TV November 22, 2024, Park City, UT — The nonprofit Sundance Institute today announced details for the 2025 Sundance Film Festival’s gala fundraiser, Celebrating Sundance Institute Presented by Google TV, which will take place on Friday, January 24, 2025 at the Grand Hyatt Deer Valley in Utah. The event will be an evening in celebration of Michelle Satter, Founding Senior Director of Artist Programs at Sundance Institute, for her longstanding commitment to nurturing artists and cultivating independent film through the Sundance Labs, where visionary artists convene to develop groundbreaking projects through an in-depth creative process, for the past four decades. The annual Vanguard Awards Presented by Acura will be awarded during the evening to Sean Wang, writer and director of Dìdi (弟弟), and Julian Brave NoiseCat and Emily Kassie, co-directors of Sugarcane, who premiered their films at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival. The annual gala enables the nonprofit to raise funds to support independent artists year-round through labs, grants, and public programming that nurture artists from all over the world. The 2025 event is made possible with the generous support of Google TV. The will take place from January 23–February 2, 2025, in person in Park City and Salt Lake City, Utah, with a selection of titles available online from January 30–February 2, 2025 for audiences across the country to discover bold independent storytelling. Starting in 1981, Michelle Satter worked alongside Robert Redford who founded the Sundance Institute. Together with a committed team of leaders and collaborators, they developed impactful ways of mentoring emerging independent storytellers in a creative, rigorous, and safe space which launched with the annual June Filmmakers Lab. Satter has acted as an influential mentor to generations of award-winning filmmakers, including Quentin Tarantino, Chloé Zhao, Dee Rees, John Cameron Mitchell, Paul Thomas Anderson, Gina Prince-Bythewood, Ryan Coogler, Miranda July, Kimberly Peirce, Darren Aronofsky, Sterlin Harjo, Taika Waititi, and many more. Over the years, Satter has built the Episodic Program, Producers Program, the Institute’s global initiatives and oversees the Indigenous, Catalyst, and Documentary Film Programs. She also founded Sundance Collab — a global digital platform for storytelling, learning, and community, open to creators everywhere. Over the years, Satter’s contributions to film and advocacy have been recognized with numerous awards including the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award, an Oscar presented at the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Science’s 2024 Governors Awards, the Women in Film Business Leadership Award, and the ACLU Bill of Rights Award. Stay connected with me at: Read more on David's Guide: /episode/index/show/bed09ff6-51ae-4e42-b118-b0f7eac419d1/id/34112201

The Hug XYZ Featured Artists 11/05/2024

Stress Management and How to Deal 10/29/2024

Stress Management and How to Deal Lolita Guarin, not just a four-time best-selling author and speaker but also a stress management expert who turned her battle scars from childhood trauma and a relentless pursuit of the American dream into a badge of honor. After hitting rock bottom with a stress-induced burnout that led her straight to the ER, she decided against the medication route and opted for a holistic healing journey through meditation, yoga, and natural remedies. This wasn't merely a path to personal healing; it became a comprehensive exploration into the essence of stress, fueled by extensive research, workshops, and self-practice. The cornerstone of her breakthrough was learning to rewrite the narrative around stress, which birthed the CALM Method—a robust, all-encompassing toolkit designed not only for those grappling with workplace burnout but for anyone facing life’s stressful challenges. Having navigated the stormy seas of childhood trauma and professional burnout, she's dedicated herself to empowering others to rise above their circumstances. Today, she share her wealth of knowledge and strategies through seminars, keynotes, and online programs, offering a warm, empathetic approach to overcoming stress and burnout. She specializes in helping those engulfed by the flames of burnout to rediscover their spark, guiding them through tailored strategies that foster resilience, enhance well-being, and promote sustainable work-life harmony. If you're ready to transform burnout into a source of strength and thrive in the face of adversity, join me on this transformative journey to reclaim your peace and unlock your full potential. 4-time Bestselling Author: As a 4-time bestselling author, she love's sharing stories and insights that really hit home. Her books are all about giving you the tools to manage stress and tackle life's ups and downs with a bit more grace. - S - - - Learn more: Todays featured musical artists: 1. N-E-W-S” by Kdav 2. Numbers by Producer Quettason 3. Fierce and Free 2024 - Christopher Costello Stay in touch: /episode/index/show/bed09ff6-51ae-4e42-b118-b0f7eac419d1/id/33673732

KAOS TV Show on Netflix with actor Shila Ommi 10/22/2024

KAOS TV Show on Netflix with actor Shila Ommi Iranian/American actress & filmmaker Shila Ommi (Disney & Pixar ELEM ENTAL, Apple TV+ “Tehran,” “Little America,” “Charlie Wilson’s War”), discussing her work at Pas in Netflix hot new binge-worthy series KAOS (starring Jeff Goldbloom and Janet McTeer). In the intriguing world of KAOS, it’s the pantheon of gods versus humans with Zeus at the top of the mythological food chain as the cruel and stylish ruler of the gods, a position he has enjoyed for some time. Then one day he discovers the unthinkable: a wrinkle on his forehead. Paranoia builds, leading the supreme deity down a dangerous and unstable path. All-powerful Zeus is convinced his fall is nigh and sees omens of doom everywhere. Recently audiences saw Shila as Cinder Lumen Firetown’s resident matchmaker in Disney & Pixar ELEM ENTAL, utilizing her natural gift that allows her to smell true love in a Fire person’s smoke, whether they know it or not. She boasts numerous matches throughout her tenure—she’s proud of her track record—but this brusque, no-nonsense and traditional mom has yet to find a match for her daughter. Elsewhere audiences can see Shila Ommi on the Apple TV+ espionage thriller, “Tehran.” Shila Ommi is one of the returning co-stars of Apple TV+, espionage thriller, “Tehran,” now streaming season two now on Apple TV+. Ommi portrays the character of Nahid Kamali, the wife of Shaun Toub’s character Faraz Kamali (a skilled investigator with the Revolutionary Guards), and she also shared the screen with the iconic Glenn Close, and in season two. The heart-pounding “Tehran,” which has earned the comparison in the media already of “24” meets “The Americans,” is must-watch TV at its finest. Shila Ommi is an American/ actress, born in Tehran, and has lived in Los Angeles since the onslaught of the 1979 Iranian Revolution. Her mother was a poet and her father was a philanthropist, real estate mogul, and the founder and CEO of Iran’s largest construction company, Vima Co. At an early age, Ommi witnessed the wrath of the Islamic regime. Ommi’s father was also on their hit list, but her family had the chance to flee the country, leaving behind their wealth and all their belongings to begin a new life in the United States. Today, Shila Ommi is a prominent actress in the Iranian communities in diaspora. For over a decade, she toured the globe as the lead actress and co-artistic director of Workshop 79, a theatre company spearheaded by acclaimed Iranian playwright/director/actor Houshang Touzie (“A Simple Wedding,” “Argo”). The founder of the LA-based theater group, Turquoise Heart Productions, Ommi uses theater art as a form of healing and activism, writes, directs, and acts in theatre pieces that share the Iranian experience with American audiences, and the exile experience with Iranians abroad. She is recently directed a play commissioned by the Los Angeles Department of Mental Health. Ommi portrays the character Nahid, in the acclaimed espionage thriller, “Tehran,” with seasons 1 & 2 streaming now on Apple TV+ . She portrayed the character of Yasmin in the Apple TV+ anthology series “Little America” co-starring with Shaun Toub (who is also her screen husband in “Tehran”). Ommi is also a voice-over artist and performs regularly in animated films and web series. She is the voice of all the characters, male and female in a cartoon series called “NOPM: Special Forces” which was commissioned by the Boromand Foundation, a human rights organization focused on Iran’s human rights violations. She is narrating a video about deforestation, and a film about Iran… both coming out by the end of this year. Today's sponsor: 310-360-8250 Stay connected on my newsletter and socials: /episode/index/show/bed09ff6-51ae-4e42-b118-b0f7eac419d1/id/33573377

Somatic Healing and Setting Healthy Boundaries in Relationships 10/15/2024

Acting Coach and Casting Director of the TV Show The Jinx - Brette Goldstein 10/01/2024

Southampton Ocean Eyes Reflection 09/18/2024

Océanie - La Mer (Oceania - The Sea) 09/11/2024

Fashion Art Music and Animation on the Blockchain 09/03/2024

Happy Campers Documentary with Filmmaker Amy Nicholson 08/27/2024

Happy Campers Documentary with Filmmaker Amy Nicholson Amy Nicholson is a New York-based filmmaker and commercial director whose projects often explore the essence of Americana with a humorous eye and a warm respect for her subjects. Nicholson’s most recent documentary, a short titled Pickle, won multiple audience awards, was selected for The New York Times’ Op-Docs, and was featured on the Criterion Collection alongside Errol Morris’ Gates of Heaven. Pickle was also nominated for an IDA Award and Cinema Eye Honors. Nicholson has produced and directed several features. Zipper: Coney Island’s Last Wild Ride won the Special Jury Prize at DOCNYC and was held over twice at the IFC Center. Muskrat Lovely premiered at the Hamptons International Film Festival and was broadcast on Independent Lens. Nicholson’s films have screened at Hot Docs, Sheffield, Full Frame, DOK Leipzig, BFI London, Camden, Traverse City, Rooftop Films, and the MoMA. They have been reviewed by Variety, Indiewire, The Hollywood Reporter, The Wall Street Journal, and The New York Times. HAPPY CAMPERS chronicles the final days of a working-class summer colony in a scrappy trailer park that just happens to hold the secret to a rich life. In a waterfront campground off the coast of Virginia, residents spend their summers living spitting distance apart in rust-bitten RVs. They chuckle about the modest rent they pay for a million-dollar location, but what makes them the luckiest people in the world is more than just stunning sunsets, it’s the community they’ve created. Beneath cliched trailer park stereotypes lies an unlikely utopia where all are welcome. Neighbors help each other out, and share everything from power tools to simple pleasures. Loneliness and isolation are inconceivable. When their affordable paradise is sold to developers, the residents brace for eviction and the loss of friendships that span generations. They hold tight to their final days in the sun. The well-heeled crowd that takes their place will never be as wealthy. HAPPY CAMPERS: NEW TRAILER: Embed: Connect more with me and join my newsletter: /episode/index/show/bed09ff6-51ae-4e42-b118-b0f7eac419d1/id/32754812

Founder of Roddenberry Entertainment - A Message of the Star Trek Legacy 08/20/2024

Founder of Roddenberry Entertainment - A Message of the Star Trek Legacy EUGENE “ROD” RODDENBERRY President/CEO Eugene Wesley “Rod” Roddenberry, Jr. serves as guardian of the Roddenberry legacy, which traces back to the original Star Trek. Through inspiring science fiction projects and philanthropy, he champions its timeless and universal ideals as embodied by the philosophy of IDIC: Infinite Diversity in Infinite Combinations. The son of legendary science fiction producer Gene Roddenberry, whose Star Trek series changed the face of television and continues to inspire today, Rod has followed in his father’s footsteps to be a catalyst in the creation of a world where humanity works together for the greater good. In 2004, Rod became chief executive officer of Roddenberry Entertainment, a science fiction leader with a tradition of groundbreaking entertainment. The company builds on the best of Gene Roddenberry’s work and continues to develop a multimedia slate of thought-provoking projects spanning film, television, graphic novels, comic strips, podcasts and other mediums. Rod is executive producer of Star Trek: Discovery, heading into its third season in 2020, as well as the live-action Star Trek: Picard and the animated series Star Trek: Lower Decks, to debut in 2020. He also spearheads the Roddenberry Podcast Network, whose Mission Log is distinguished as the most downloaded of all Star Trek podcasts. In 2011, the critically acclaimed documentary Trek Nation chronicled Rod’s decade-long journey to explore his father’s life. The undertaking inspired him to fully embrace the vision Gene had for the world and invest himself in its future. One expression of this was the founding of the Roddenberry Foundation, which funds innovative solutions that address humanity’s greatest challenges across such areas as science, technology, education and the environment. Stay Connected: Business: /episode/index/show/bed09ff6-51ae-4e42-b118-b0f7eac419d1/id/31916532

Feature Film Running On Empty Presented by Lionsgate Films 08/13/2024

Feature Film Running On Empty Presented by Lionsgate Films DIRECTOR’S STATEMENT “For my first feature I wanted to make something interesting, funny, and heartfelt with a real independent film sensibility similar to films I loved growing up in the 80s and 90s. I see the film as an anti-rom com of sorts and wanted it to feel timeless. The casting was crucial to create the tone of the film and the characters that drive the story. The entire cast was amazing to work with. It felt like a never-ending summer camp on set. I hope that the audience is entertained, amused, touched and most of all enjoy the ride before it's over.” Filmmaker Daniel André FILMMAKER BIOGRAPHY Daniel André is a filmmaker, artist, and music producer born in Cuernavaca, Mexico and raised in NJ, just outside New York City. Mr. André started acting at the age of five and trained in Stanislavski at age nine, working professionally in theater, television, and film throughout his teens. Mr. André studied Film and Media Arts at the University of Arizona and Pima College in Tucson, AZ, and has a degree in Film & Digital Arts. In 2022 under his own Analog 77 Films, Mr. André wrote, produced, and directed RUNNING ON EMPTY starring Keir Gilchrist, Lucy Hale (The Hating Game), Jim Gaffigan (Linoleum), Rhys Coiro (Entourage), Francesca Eastwood (Old), Monica Potter (Parenthood), Jay Pharoah (SNL) and more. Currently, Daniel is working on his next film THE LAST WILL with GMT FILMS, a biopic based on the memoir, “CURED- The Tale of Two Imaginary Boys” by Lol Tolhurst, one of the founding members of The Cure and a biopic about the life of African American author Iceberg Slim. SYNOPSIS Keir Gilchrist, Lucy Hale, Francesca Eastwood, and comic legend Jim Gaffigan star in a brilliantly quirky romantic comedy about celebrating life and living it to its fullest. Mortimer is an odd but clever young man living a lukewarm existence in California’s San Fernando Valley until he receives some life-changing news. Determined to make the most of every day, Mort sets out on a spirited quest to find meaning in his existence and discovers the girl of his dreams along the way. IG: Written and Directed by Cinematography by Production Design by Property Master Set Dressing by Costume Design by Stay connected with me on socials: Leave a 5-star review and share this valuable episode with someone special. /episode/index/show/bed09ff6-51ae-4e42-b118-b0f7eac419d1/id/32551327

Award-Winning Marketer and Cultural Translator with Dr. Marcus Collins 08/06/2024

Award-Winning Marketer and Cultural Translator with Dr. Marcus Collins Dr. Marcus Collins is an award-winning marketer and cultural translator with one foot in the world of practice—formerly serving as the Head of Strategy at Wieden+Kennedy, New York—and one foot in the world of academia—as a marketing professor at the Ross School of Business, University of Michigan.     His deep understanding of brand strategy and consumer behavior has helped him bridge the academic-practitioner gap for blue-chip brands and startups alike. He is a recipient of Advertising Age's 40 Under 40 award and Crain's Business' 40 Under 40 award, and an inductee into the American Advertising Federation’s Advertising Hall of Achievement. Most recently, he was recognized by Thinkers50 with the Radar Distinguished Achievement Award for the idea most likely to shape the future of business management. He has also served as a jury for the Cannes Lion International Festival of Creativity.   Before joining Wieden+Kennedy, he served as the Chief Consumer Connections Officer at Doner Advertising and led Social Engagement at Steve Stoute’s advertising agency, Translation. Over the course of his career, Marcus has developed a practice for creating culturally contagious ideas that inspire people to take action. His strategies and creative contributions have led to the launch and success of Google’s “Real Tone” technology, the “Made In America” music festival, the Brooklyn Nets, and State Farm’s “Cliff Paul” campaign – among others.    Prior to his advertising tenure, Marcus began his career in music and tech with a startup he co-founded before working on iTunes + Nike sport music initiatives at Apple and running digital strategy for Beyoncé.     Marcus’ work centers squarely on the impact of culture and the power that comes from having great cultural proximity. His best-selling book, For The Culture: The Power Behind What We Buy, What We Do, and Who We Want to Be, examines the influence of culture on consumption and unpacks how everyone from marketers to activists can leverage culture to get people to take action. Throughout the book, he relies on literature, case studies, his work with brands, and academic data to illustrate the “whys” and the “hows” so that readers will be empowered to successfully apply these learnings in their own pursuits.  Marcus holds a doctorate in marketing from Temple University where he studied cultural contagion and meaning-making. He received an MBA with an emphasis on strategic brand marketing from the University of Michigan, where he also earned his undergraduate degree in Material Science Engineering. He is a Forbes columnist and a trusted voice among CMOs and business leaders. But most importantly, he is a proud Detroit native, a devoted husband, and a loving father to Georgia and Ivy. Stay connected and pick up "For the Culture" Stay connected: Business: /episode/index/show/bed09ff6-51ae-4e42-b118-b0f7eac419d1/id/31913077

Star Trek Franchise - Science Advisor PhD Erin Macdonald 07/30/2024

Star Trek Franchise - Science Advisor PhD Erin Macdonald PhD. Erin is an acclaimed author and educator featured on NPR’s Science Friday & Short Wave, Star Trek Pod Directive, Mission Unstoppable with Miranda Cosgrove, AT&T SHAPE panel with Geena Davis and Mayim Bialik, in-person at Comic Con’s across the country. Rockstar Astrophysicists like these these two icons dominating pop culture are rare comets in the entertainment galaxies. Audiences globally can see Erin on Star Trek: Prodigy(Season 2) on Netflix now, as she joins the incredible voice cast of Kate Mulgrew, Ella Purnell, Brett Gray, Jason Mantzoukas, Jimmi Simpson, and John Noble in this incredible animated series, and she’s also the science advisor for SPACE CADET available on Amazon Prime, and the upcoming Nerd Nite's, San Diego Comic Con, and Dragon Con, among others. Erin Macdonald (PhD, Astrophysics) is a writer, speaker, producer, and science advisor, best known for her current work as the official science advisor for the STAR TREK franchise. She has also voiced her fictional counterpart in the Star Trek universe: Lt Cmdr Dr Erin Macdonald in Star Trek: Prodigy and the video game Star Trek Online. Known as “The Julia Child of Science,” as a science communicator Erin has appeared on NPR's Science Friday and Short Wave podcasts, provided commentary for numerous docuseries, and wrote and hosted the award-winning "Science of Star Trek" promotional videos for Paramount+. She wrote the baby board book "Star Trek: My First Book of Space" and wrote and narrated the Audible Original "The Science of Sci-Fi" in collaboration with The Great Courses. Prior to all of this work, she received her PhD at 25 at the University of Glasgow in Scotland and conducted research with the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-wave Observatory (LIGO) Scientific Collaboration, but left shortly before their 2017 Nobel Prize-winning discovery of gravitational waves. She also has worked as a museum educator, community college professor, and Department of Defense systems engineering technical advisor. She received a dual BA from the University of Colorado at Boulder in Physics with Astrophysics (cum laude ) and Mathematics. Through her company Spacetime Productions, she produces award-winning sci-fi films by LGBTQIA+ creators. Her most recent film IDENTITEAZE written and directed by Jessie Earl is available for streaming at . Where to learn more about Erin Macdonald and her work: Be sure to follow the new podcast IG account: Connect more with me here: Business inquiries: /episode/index/show/bed09ff6-51ae-4e42-b118-b0f7eac419d1/id/32337552

NuCalm 34 Years Backed Neuroscience with the CEO Jim Poole 07/23/2024

NuCalm 34 Years Backed Neuroscience with the CEO Jim Poole Jim Poole says “The human race appears to be in a race to erase the human race.” And at a time when “many people seem to have lost control of their lives,” NuCalm is the perfect remedy, argues Poole, the visionary CEO behind the stress management technology. “We have a tireless passion for helping people reclaim control of their lives,’ says Poole. “And we can do it with the world’s most powerful neuroscience. We have a culture of service. We don't serve for reciprocity or credit, we serve because we want to, we can, and we love to. It’s our mission and it’s our purpose and we will leave an indelible legacy on the human condition.” NuCalm is a unique, patented technology that’s clinically proven to lower stress and improve sleep quality. It guides brain wave function reliably, safely, and effectively, with no drugs or side effects, using physics, mathematics, and algorithms in neuroacoustic software underneath music. Poole, 55, is an accomplished business executive with extensive experience in the healthcare, biotechnology, medical, financial services, market research, and IT industries. Since 2009 he has managed the strategic direction and ongoing operations of NuCalm, a neuroscience company with an expertise in evidence-based personalized wellness and performance. NuCalm stands alone as a pioneer in neuroscience that provides humans with the power to change their mental state on demand, without drugs or side effects. In July 2015, the U.S. Patent Office granted NuCalm the first and only patent for “Systems and Methods for Balancing and Maintaining the Health of the Human Autonomic Nervous System.” In August 2021, the U.S. Patent Office granted NuCalm the first and only patent for “Methods and devices for applying dynamic, non-linear oscillations and vibrations to elicit a physiological state change in humans.” Poole has successfully launched global products, managed growth strategies, and optimized business operations for both large and small organizations. Prior to joining NuCalm, he founded Focused Evolution, a global management strategy consulting firm. As Managing Partner, Poole oversaw mergers and acquisitions, due diligence, and growth strategies for venture capital and private equity firms. Focused Evolution managed the largest private equity acquisition in the history of the dental industry for Credit Suisse DLJ Merchant Banking Partners in 2007 and 2008. Poole has lectured on applied neuropsychobiology, the human stress response, sleep and recovery, brain wave management, and business strategies across the globe, from the Royal College of Physicians in London to the 20th Annual Congress for Brain Mapping and Therapeutics in Los Angeles, from Beijing to St. Petersburg to Parliament to the Pentagon and Quantico to the Toronto Film Festival and the Consumer Electronics Show, the NFL Combine and the Super Bowl, across Europe, the United States, Canada, and India. NuCalm has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, New York Times, FORBES, Access Hollywood, NASDAQ, MSNBC, CBS, the TODAY Show, and more. Watch and learn more here! Want 15% off for LIFE on NuCalm - use the code KATIE at checkout. https://nucalm.com/ Stay connected: Business: /episode/index/show/bed09ff6-51ae-4e42-b118-b0f7eac419d1/id/31912867

Director Brian Skiba - Lionsgate Films Presents Clear Cut 07/16/2024

Colombian Artist Traditional Art with Digital Art and Augmented Reality 07/09/2024

Lionsgate Presents BONEYARD a Film by Asif Akbar Starring Mel Gibson and 50 Cent 07/02/2024

Lionsgate Presents BONEYARD a Film by Asif Akbar Starring Mel Gibson and 50 Cent SYNOPSIS When the skeletal remains of eleven women and girls are discovered in the New Mexico desert, an extensive investigation is launched. Inspired by true crime stories, this chilling crime-thriller follows Detective Ortega (Brian Van Holt), Police Chief Carter (Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson), and Agent Petrovick (Mel Gibson) in a multi-agency effort to identify and apprehend the killer. As each of their agendas and methods clash, a tangled web of intrigue casts suspicion in all directions. DIRECTOR’S STATEMENT "As the director of BONEYARD, I was drawn to telling this story to shed light on the ongoing tragedy of missing persons cases and the sinister evil that lurks within society targeting the vulnerable. Though inspired by true crime stories, our film takes creative and artistic license to construct our own version of a cinematic thriller story that keeps audiences guessing until the final twist. “Above all, our goal was to honor the memories of the innocent lives lost and raise awareness of this pressing issue. According to the FBI, there are over 600,000 active missing persons cases at any given time in the United States alone. These are not just statistics ‒ they represent real people with families and futures stolen from them. By humanizing the individual victims in our story, I hope viewers will be left thinking of the tragedy of each and every missing soul behind these alarming numbers. “It was also important to me to depict the tireless efforts of law enforcement who work day and night thanklessly to solve these cases and bring perpetrators to justice ‒ though justice will never fully undo such unspeakable crimes. They deserve our utmost gratitude and support. I’m grateful to the real police officers behind the scenes, who consulted on our production to get accurate procedure and respectful representation. “On a creative level, I was thrilled to assemble such a powerhouse cast led by the one and only Mel Gibson. His nuanced portrayal of our dogged yet flawed lead detective anchors the complex mystery unfolding around him. I’m grateful for the trust the entire ensemble placed in my vision to spin this harrowing true-crime yarn into an entertaining yet meaningful thriller. “In the end, it is my hope that BONEYARD succeeds not just as an edge-of-your-seat film, but as a true call to action against the quiet evils that fester within our society. By shining a light on real tragedies like the West Mesa case, perhaps we can honor the lost by preventing future injustice and bring closure to open cases still in need of the final piece to solve the gruesome puzzle." Filmmaker Asif Akbar Connect more: /episode/index/show/bed09ff6-51ae-4e42-b118-b0f7eac419d1/id/31918062

Cannes Lions 2024 the Artist Influencer Experience 06/26/2024

Isolation Run Run and Running 06/24/2024

Southampton African American Museum 06/05/2024

Organic Beauty Skincare Product with Clay and Minerals - Immunocologie 05/22/2024

Mind Blowing Trailblazer Empowering Women with the NFL's First Female Coach - Dr. Jen Welter 05/15/2024

Founder of We the Planet and Chief Impact Officer of The Chopra Foundation - Kunal Sood 05/08/2024

Founder of We the Planet and Chief Impact Officer of The Chopra Foundation - Kunal Sood Kunal Sood is a world-renowned social entrepreneur and thought leader in the field of innovation, impact, and leadership. Currently serving as the Chief Impact Officer at the Chopra Foundation and as a Partner at ChopraX, he focuses on unlocking humanity’s limitless potential through inner transformation to drive individual and collective global impact. As the founder of We The Planet, X Fellows, and NOVUS he has made it his life’s purpose to make the impossible possible through service, fellowship, and personal mastery. From working in the trenches of the slums in Mumbai with Harvard to building global movements with the United Nations in New York with heads of state and iconic global leaders during the General Assembly, Kunal has dedicated his life towards transforming our world for a better future in service of something larger than himself. Over the last decade alone Kunal has curated over 75 high-level summits, originally started out bringing TED to the United Nations. As a high-impact strategist and philanthropist, Kunal works tirelessly to guide and lead others in their search for meaning and purpose through curating extraordinary experiences and hosting iconic leaders to inspire a better way of life. He recently launched #WeTheFuture a global initiative focused on uniting the youth and elders at the nexus of the inner sciences, technological innovation, and human consciousness to help create a more peaceful, just and sustainable world. Forbes named Kunal an Icon of Impact as an award-winning disruptive innovator and pioneer in his field. He is a TED Resident, Tribeca Film Festival Disruptor Honoree, Nonviolence Global Ambassador, and Global Innovation Fellow at Columbia University, and has forged successful public-private partnerships with top-tier international organizations, such as Google, SAP, LinkedIn and Meta alongside the United Nations, NASA, X Prize and Singularity University. Kunal has a lifelong love for learning, earning his MBA from Kellogg School of Management, MSc in Global Health from UCSF, and MAPP in Positive Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania. He started his journey in fashion with a Bachelor’s degree in Design Management from Parsons School of Design. Currently, Kunal is an Executive Fellow at the Indian School of Business (ISB) completing his doctoral training focused on creating a new leadership theory and model he has titled the ‘Theory of Audacity’, where he is conducting groundbreaking evidence-based research in the field helping individuals, teams and organizations worldwide understand and apply the science of Audacious Leadership for a brave new world. Connect More: Kunal Sood Katie Chonacas Buy Art: Website: X: IG: IG: LinkedIn: FB: Sponsor for this episode: 310-360-8250 IG - dds.kaldental Please share this episode with at least one person that you care about, click the 5-Star and leave a review :). Thank you for your support and for tuning in. :) /episode/index/show/bed09ff6-51ae-4e42-b118-b0f7eac419d1/id/31008858

CEO of The Chopra Foundation - Poonacha Machaiah 05/01/2024

How Two Millennials Went Viral - Griefcat 04/20/2024

How Two Millennials Went Viral - Griefcat Griefcat: From the German word Kummerspeck or in English “grief bacon,” the weight you gain from emotional eating or, in this case, the cat you get after a breakup. Annie Nardolilli: Singer, Songwriter, Guitar Louisa Hall: Singer, Songwriter, Ukulele What does a Mormon ex-sheriff and an Atheist tech employee have in common? No, that’s not the beginning of an elaborate joke and Griefcat isn’t the punchline. Instead, Annie Nardolilli and Louisa Hall, the masterminds behind Griefcat, are a duo that you can’t easily categorize or file into a neat little genre. They are mutually perpetuating forces in matching outfits who together create beautifully blended harmonies and brilliant lyrics, with an unpredictable twist. They’ve been compared to Flight of the Conchords, Tenacious D, Norwegian duo Ylvis, and Garfunkel and Oates by fans, but if you ask Annie to describe their sound, she’ll say “We’re like if Taylor Swift, Dolly Parton, and Bo Burnham met up at an Olive Garden and wrote a song while eating unlimited breadsticks. Does that make sense? Probably not.” On their brilliant album Late Stage Capitalism, the nine tracks range from flat out hilarious to unexpectedly thought provoking, each with a unique sound and lyrics to tickle the soul. An amalgamation of musical talent, these troubadours of the modern age display immense songwriting skills and infinite humor, with topical songs that not only dazzle but also make you smile and laugh while making fun of the world in which we live. The musicianship stands out on its own too; traditional instruments abound but you will also hear slide guitar, ukulele, trumpet, trombone, violin, and cello peppered throughout the album. The album explores how unbridled capitalism has invaded every facet of modern life, from workplace politics to interpersonal relationships, and even our most private moments. They came up with the title in early 2020 when they wrote arguably their most well-known song on the album to date, “Revolution (Poop At Work)” which catapulted the duo to viral infamy and a strong following with over 25 million organic views of their videos, more than 15 million of those views for that song alone. Even Questlove commented on the song, saying “LOL I feel seen, I see my version as a political act.” They’ve also received likes from SZA and actor Alan Tudyk for their posts, among others. “Revolution (Poop At Work)” is a song about how even the smallest acts of defiance can be revolutionary. “So much of the 2020s feel like the 1920s all over again - the income inequality is staggering, and the rich are getting richer while others are struggling,” says Louisa. “Late stage capitalism is at the core of our entire album, but this is the song that most explicitly calls this out. We always tell audiences it’s our most cerebral song, then we dive into a 1.5 minute poop joke. Life can be crappy, but it’s so much more fun to laugh your way through it!” Other songs on the album include “I Just Want To Get Inside (Your Bank Account),” an unanticipated, ‘90s-style love song with a hilarious contradiction between two women looking for two different things when it comes to a new relationship. Are they looking for love or money? It also shines a light on dating culture and how much sensitive personal information we share online every day. “Crytpobro” is a traditional country tune with all the makings of a hit song. It’s a melodic, catchy, and current, and a breakup song about losing love, in this case to the cult of Cryptocurrency and the church of Elon Musk. The opening track, “Benevolent Billionaire,” featuring standout vocalist Jarreau Williams along with many of Washington, DC’s brightest musical talent, is loosely based on ‘80s supergroup charity singles like “Do They Know It’s Christmas?” and “We are the World.” The song begins with Jarreau singing, “Tired of being broke, ‘cause of all of these rich people,” which is a thesis that applies to the entire record. “Love The Sinner” was written while Annie was working as a deputy sheriff and was inspired by two narrow-minded coworkers she didn’t get along with. “One of our favorite details in the song occurs when we describe the colleague as having a ‘trash bag full of farts’ for a soul,” says Annie. “Fun fact, you’ll hear a quick whooshing sound on the track of our drummer Ben Tufts whipping open a trash bag.” It’s one of two songs on the album that is based on true events, the other being “Hey There Girl,” a rapid fire duet skewering predatory MLM, boss babe, get-rich-quick-on-the-internet culture. These songs would never have existed if it weren’t for the mind-melding of the opposites attract duo. Annie, from Arlington, VA is a Mormon and former sheriff’s deputy while Louisa, from Alexandria, VA (now lives in Reston VA), is a long-time lapsed Catholic and a career tech employee. That dichotomy in perspectives has been the key to the duo’s success both in songwriting and in their friendship. They met at a DC-based variety show in 2015 and were the only musicians in a group of comedians performing that night. “Louisa played a song called ‘Barista Boyfriend,’ about a barista she had a crush on, and I played a song called ‘Hot Park Ranger’ about a park ranger I had a crush on,” says Annie. “We both realized we liked hot people with jobs!” They felt an immediate kinship. After continually running into each other in the singer-songwriter scene in DC and admiring each other's work, they joked backstage at the 9:30 Club in 2018 about how they should form a band together. 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