What Role Do Bathroom Mirror Lights Play in Everyday Comfort
Bathroom mirror lights play a quiet yet important role in our daily comfort. Well-placed <b>Mirror Lights</b> reduce shadows, improve visibility, and create a calm, balanced atmosphere that makes everyday tasks easier and more enjoyable. To understand how proper lighting choices can improve comfort, safety, and mood, tune in to the podcast, where we discuss practical insights and simple tips you can use at home.
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The $100M Talent Secret: Why Wellness Beats Salary
<p>Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Kripa Anand. Today, we explore how modern HR is shifting from systems and processes to a deeper focus on people, culture, and wellbeing.</p> <p>Joining us is Muhammad Kermalli, CEO of Skailit. A recognized entrepreneur and advocate for workplace wellness, Muhammad shares how businesses can build stronger, more human-centered teams. Learn more at www.skailit.com or connect directly at 416-962-2600. </p> <p>Key Highlights</p> Modern HR Challenges: Muhammad explains why outsourcing and flexibility are reshaping workforce management. AI in the Workplace: Muhammad discusses how AI is c...
Week in Review: Talking about Kevin
<p>Kevin Warsh’s confirmation hearings put a spotlight on the future of the Fed. SpaceX’s IPO filing shows Elon Musk retaining control of the rocket maker. Plus, DeepSeek’s latest model shows China’s growing self-sufficiency in AI.</p> <p>Subscribe to Mike Dolan's Morning Bid newsletter, and check out his columns on Reuters Open Interest.</p> <p>Produced by Eliza Davis Beard, Ethan Plotkin, and Abisoye Adelusi.</p> <p>Sound engineering and music by Sebastian and Josh Sommer</p> <p>Visit the Thomson Reuters Privacy Statement for information on our privacy and data protection practices.</p> <p>You may also...
Why Good Leaders Struggle: Closing the Intent-Impact Gap
<p>Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Maheen Bari. Today, we explore why modern leadership is shifting from technical expertise to human centered skills like trust, clarity, and emotional steadiness.</p> <p>Joining us is Shilpa Bains, Founder of Leadership Intelligence Inc.. With over two decades of experience, Shilpa shares how leaders can align their intent with real impact through deeper self awareness.</p> <p>Key Highlights</p> Evolving Leadership Demands: Shilpa explains why constant change is making leadership more complex. Intent to Impact Gap: Shilpa shares how misalignment between intent and action affects teams. Inner Intelligence...
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Crafting Early Advantage: Human Insights + AI as Engines of Innovation
<p>In this episode, Nicki Morley, Global Innovation Lead at Kantar, and Little Moons’ Ross Farquhar discuss how Little Moons turns early-stage ideas into high-impact innovation by designing for occasions, not categories, and acting fast in the market to learn and iterate. Ross Farquhar shares how strong brand guardrails make innovation purposeful while the team experiments, tests, and scales new concepts at speed. He also unpacks how AI accelerates trend discovery and early exploration, with human judgment shaping what truly becomes a breakthrough.</p><br><p>A sharp look at modern innovation discipline, where agility, insight, and smart tools create genuine compe...
Booking the Feeling: Emotion, Brand & the Connected Trip at Booking.com
<p>Travel is emotional, but booking a trip often isn’t. As expectations rise, Booking.com is working to bring emotion to moments that usually feels purely functional. Convenience isn’t the only game in town.</p><br><p>In this episode, Jane Ostler talks with Ben Harrel, Managing Director, US at Booking.com. They discuss how the brand blends performance and long‑term storytelling to spark that Booking.yeah feeling, how creators help the brand speak authentically to different travellers, and how Gen AI is enabling more tailored and relevant communication at scale. Ben also shares a practical vision for th...
What Lighting Designs Work Best with a Pole Light Outdoor Setup
Choosing the right lighting design can greatly improve the look and functionality of outdoor spaces. A pole light outdoor setup works well with pathway lighting, garden accents, and layered illumination that highlights landscaping and walkways. If you want to explore practical ideas, expert tips, and real examples, listening to a dedicated podcast about <b>pole light outdoor</b> lighting designs can provide helpful inspiration and guidance for your outdoor setup. Explore for more.
"I Don't Believe the Stagflation Narrative": How the Strong Consumer and AI Tailwinds Shape Sean Emory's Bullish Blueprint | Avory & Co
<p>This episode is sponsored by Pictet Asset Management and its AI-enhanced equity ETFs. </p> <p><br></p> <p>Pictet AI Enhanced US Equity ETF (PQUS):</p> <p> https://etf.am.pictet.com/pqus/?utm_campaign=usetf&cid=2826077237&utm_source=jfmv&utm_content=pquslp&utm_medium=podcast_02&utm_term=noterm </p> <p><br></p> <p>Pictet AI Enhanced International Equity ETF (PQNT):</p> <p> https://etf.am.pictet.com/pqnt/?utm_campaign=usetf&cid=2715538577&utm_source=jfmv&utm_content=pqnt&utm_medium=podcast_02&utm_term=noterm</p> <p><br></p> <p>In this episode of the OPM podcast, Avery and...
EP 144 - AI Tools: Lovable with Elena Levi
<b>We’re excited to bring on Elena Levi, Director of Product Management at Payoneer, data analytics veteran, and passionate advocate for product-driven teams, for a special episode exploring what it’s really like to use Lovable and other AI-powered vibe coding tools in product development.</b><br /><b></b><br /><b>Elena shares insights from 15 years in data analytics and product, with the journey from data analyst to product leadership fueling her curiosity about how AI can reshape prototyping, design, and collaboration. Drawing from hands-on experience building predictive analytics solutions, Elena reveals why she chose Lovable for fast prototyping, user...
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Beyond the Hype: Is Your Off-the-Shelf Software Limiting Your Competitive Edge?
<p>Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Kripa Anand. Today, we explore why digital transformation often falls short and how custom built systems are becoming the real driver of business growth.</p> <p>Joining us is Alexandre St Aubin, Partner and Account Executive at Thirdbridge. With a strong blend of technical expertise and business insight, Alexandre shares how tailored software and strategic thinking are reshaping how SMEs scale.</p> <p>Key Highlights</p> Why Transformations Fail: Alexandre explains how off the shelf software limits growth and weakens competitive edge. Custom Software and AI:Alexandre shares how AI...
Shaping Marketing Effectiveness in 2026 with Google
<p>In this episode of Kantar’s Future Proof podcast, Simon Atherley, Head of Marketing Effectiveness at Kantar UK, is joined by Biren Kalaria, Google UK’s Managing Director of Measurement, Analytics & Data, to unpack how marketers can better connect marketing effectiveness to business growth as we head into 2026. </p><br><p>Biren shares his perspective on the persistent gap between marketers and the C-suite, the importance of unified KPIs, and why long-term effects remain under-measured. </p><br><p>Tune in for practical guidance on bridging internal divides, strengthening measurement foundations, and using AI and creators to drive stronger, more confident marketing deci...
Designing For Success: Behavioural Fuels, Frictions and Innovation That Sticks
<p>Great innovation isn’t just about what you build - it’s about how consumers experience, interpret and adopt it. </p><br><p>In this episode of Future Proof podcast, Dr Nicki Morley, Global Innovation Lead at Kantar, is joined by Richard Shotton, author of ‘Hacking the Human Mind’, to explore how behavioural fuels and frictions shape innovation success, from identifying opportunities early to driving real adoption. </p><br><p>Through evidence-backed insights and real examples, they unpack why consumers don’t always act on good ideas, and how innovators can design with human behaviour in mind. </p><p > Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri
What Lighting Mistakes Can a Corner Lamp for Living Room Help Fix
Many living rooms suffer from common lighting mistakes such as dark corners, uneven brightness, or harsh overhead lights. A <b>corner lamp for living room</b> can help solve these issues by adding soft, balanced lighting where it’s often missing. It can also reduce shadows and improve the overall ambiance without overwhelming the décor. If you want to understand how simple lighting changes can transform your space, listening to a podcast on home lighting ideas can offer helpful tips and practical inspiration.
Savills Gobbles Eastdil & Ray Washburne's Second Helpings
<p>This week, we dive deep into the M&A deal that's all anyone in institutional CRE can talk about. Savills – yes Savills! – is buying Eastdil Secured for $1.1B. That gives the Brits some serious capital-markets firepower stateside, but the devil lies in the details of the golden handcuffs. Next, we strap on our Lucchese boots and head to Dallas, where legendary dealmaker Ray Washburne has grand plans for a convention center. We discuss his HoF deal for Highland Park Village and how he's part of a dying breed of CRE cowboy we’re obsessed with.</p><p> Plus, our "Punch...
How AI and Neuroscience Are Changing Marketing
<p>What does it take to create advertising that truly stands out? In this episode of Kantar Future Proof, Deepak Varma, Head of Neuroscience Insights at Kantar North America, is joined by Allison Howitt, Global Insights and Analytics Director – Nutrition at Reckitt, to explore how marketers can unlock creative best practices by combining AI analytics, neuroscience, and distinctive brand assets.</p><p> </p><p>Allison shares her perspective on the evolving role of creative effectiveness, revealing how Reckitt leverages a hybrid approach, blending human insight, AI-driven meta-analysis, and neuroscience techniques like facial coding and eye tracking, to identify the moments tha...
The Psychology of Market Champions: Inside the Minds of Point 72 & Citadel Portfolio Managers | Dr. Gio Valiante
<p>This episode is sponsored by Pictet Asset Management and its AI-enhanced equity ETFs. Pictet AI Enhanced US Equity ETF (PQUS): </p> <p><br></p> <p>https://etf.am.pictet.com/pqus/?utm_campaign=usetf&cid=2826077237&utm_source=jfmv&utm_content=pquslp&utm_medium=podcast_02&utm_term=noterm</p> <p><br></p> <p>Pictet AI Enhanced International Equity ETF (PQNT): </p> <p>https://etf.am.pictet.com/pqnt/?utm_campaign=usetf&cid=2715538577&utm_source=jfmv&utm_content=pqnt&utm_medium=podcast_02&utm_term=noterm</p> <p><br></p> <p>Join Max Wiethe on "Other People's Money" as he sits down wit...
EP 147 - AI Tools: CLEAR with Marcos Polanco
<b>We’re continuing our AI Tools series with Marcos Polanco, engineering leader, founder, and ecosystem builder from the Bay Area, who joins Matt and Moshe to introduce CLEAR, his method for using AI to build real software, not just demos. </b><br /><b></b><br /><b>Drawing on decades in software development and his recent research into how AI is reshaping the way teams ship products, </b><b>Marcos shares how CLEAR gives both technical and non‑technical builders a production‑oriented way to work with vibe coding tools.Instead of treating AI like a magical black box, Marcos frames...
EP 151 - Gender Based Data Analytics with Lea Khasidi
<b>We’re excited to welcome Lea Khasidi, product management freelancer, founder and CEO of MaPott, and soon‑to‑be author, for a powerful conversation on gender-based data analytics for product managers.</b><br /><b></b><br /><b>Lea shares her journey from intelligence work in the IDF, through product roles in EdTech, cybersecurity, and beyond, to founding a health management app for women with chronic conditions. Along the way, one pivotal discovery while consolidating four cybersecurity platforms, seeing men and women use the same filtering feature in completely different ways, sparked her deep focus on how gender shapes behavior in our...
Larry's White Whale & Jamestown Puckers Up
<p>In Ep. 50 (!), we trace Larry Silverstein's odyssey with the World Trade Center redevelopment, analyzing the new blockbuster Amex deal and the insurance, legal and financing battles that the developer has fought since 9/11. Next, we jump on our Zambonis and check out Jamestown’s push for a hockey team in Atlanta. And finally, Blackstone has a data center offering that it wants to share with the universe - of retail investors, that is. </p><p>We also do a "Punch List" rundown of the newsiest industry happenings: CRE players' outsized roles in the Iran attacks; Hudson Pacific's billion-dollar losing streak; th...
EP 153 - Competitive Research Tools with Ran Erez
<b>On this episode of the Product for Product Podcast, we’re joined by Ran Erez, product leader, podcaster, and founder of Re.focus, for a highly practical episode on competitive intelligence tools and tactics for product managers.With over a decade in B2B, B2C, and cyber (including three years on the mobile pod at monday.com), Ran has seen the same pattern repeat: teams either copy competitors blindly or ignore them entirely. He argues there’s a better way, treating competitors as a massive time‑saver for validation and strategy, without letting them drive your roadmap.</b><br /><...
How Is the Ceramic Lamp Redefining Luxury Home Lighting
Discover how the <b>ceramic lamp</b> is transforming modern interiors with a refined blend of artistry, elegance, and functionality. If you want to explore how designer lighting is shaping upscale homes, this podcast offers valuable insights, expert inspiration, and practical ideas to help you understand why ceramic lighting is redefining luxury home décor today. To explore more visit.
EP 150 - OHLA Framework with Radhika Dutt
<b>We’re delighted to welcome Radhika Dutt, product leader, founder, and author of Radical Product Thinking, for a deep dive into her newest work: the OHLA (formerly OHL) Toolkit.</b><br /><b></b><br /><b> In this episode, Radhika joins Matt and Moshe to challenge how product teams set goals, measure progress, and use frameworks, proposing a puzzle‑driven alternative to traditional OKRs and “framework-following” culture.</b><br /><b></b><br /><b>Drawing from her journey from electrical engineering and startups at MIT, through painful “product diseases” like Hero Syndrome and Obsessive Sales Disorder, Radhika shares why recipes and templates alo...
Cracks in the ICE: Legal Observers in Minneapolis Use the First Amendment to Swing Public Opinion About Immigration Crackdown
<p>Since the government shootings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, something has changed in the national conversation about the Trump Administration’s immigration policies. </p> <p>And the primary reason it’s happening is not a brilliant PR campaign, Pulitzer-winning journalism, or organized political strategy.</p> <p>It’s because of regular folks with camera phones documenting what’s actually happening on the streets of Minneapolis and other cities that have been occupied by ICE. </p> <p>By simply recording and sharing, they have publicly and irrefutably contradicted the Trump Administration’s blatant lies.</p> <p>And now, many...
Aman’s Dirty Laundry & Atlanta’s Phantom Megaproject
<p>This week, we have the this-is-too-weird-to-be-real tale of Forge Atlanta, a $3.8 billion megaproject with the most bizarro development team and history we’ve ever come across for a project of this scale. We know ground-up is smoke and mirrors even on a good day, but this is NEXT LEVEL. We then slip into linen trousers and head to the embattled sun-kissed shores of hospitality giant Aman, where the involvement of a mysterious international fugitive has caused all sorts of drama between Aman and key partners Cain International and PIF. And finally, a quick wardrobe change into earnings-call appropriate attire, as...
Another bite at the Apple
<p>Markets shrug off Middle East tensions as tech stocks ride the AI wave. Fed chair nominee Kevin Warsh faces Congress. Apple investors stay calm as Tim Cook steps aside, handing the helm to longtime hardware chief John Ternus.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Today’s recommended read: Can Europe take advantage of its savings buffer over US? by Mike Dolan</p> <p>Subscribe to Mike Dolan's Morning Bid newsletter, and check out his columns on Reuters Open Interest</p> <p>Produced by Eliza Davis Beard, Ethan Plotkin, and Abisoye Adelusi</p> <p>Sound engineering and music by Sebastian and Jo...
How Can Crystal Chandeliers Balance Opulence and Minimalism
Crystal Chandeliers are often associated with luxury, yet they can blend beautifully with minimalist interiors when chosen thoughtfully. <b>Crystal Chandeliers</b> act as a focal point while still respecting simplicity and open space. To explore design tips, styling ideas, and real-world inspiration on achieving this perfect harmony, tune into the podcast that dives deeper into lighting trends and contemporary decor choices. Explore the collection.
Oil shrugs
<p>Oil traders shrug at U.S. President Donald Trump's Iran ceasefire extension. Tesla kicks off a crucial earnings week. Plus, Kevin Warsh signals a future where Fed independence comes with real trade-offs.</p> <p>Today’s recommended read: Warsh's impossible mission - Tame inflation and please Trump, Mike Dolan</p> <p>Subscribe to Mike Dolan's Morning Bid newsletter, and check out his columns on Reuters Open Interest.</p> <p>Produced by Eliza Davis Beard, Ethan Plotkin, and Abisoye Adelusi</p> <p>Sound engineering and music by Sebastian and Josh Sommer</p> <p>Visit the Thomson Reuters Privacy Statement for informat...
Better Together: How 2,600+ Members are Winning in Canada
<p>Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Kripa Anand. Today, we explore how strong professional networks and cultural communities are becoming a powerful engine for economic growth in Canada.</p> <p>Joining us is Raquel Narvajas Rodriguez, CEO and Director of La Red de Hispanos. Raquel shares how building trusted communities is helping newcomers unlock real opportunities and long term success.</p> <p>Key Highlights</p> <p>1. Building a Powerful Network: Raquel shares how La Red de Hispanos connects members to real career opportunities.</p> <p>2. Inside IMPULSA 2026: Raquel explains what the event offers and who should...
From Quant to VC: Data Driven Investing in Public & Private Markets | Matt Ober | Social Leverage
<p>In this episode of Other People’s Money, Matt Ober, General Partner at Social Leverage, discusses how the data economy is evolving for providers, vendors, and investors. He explains how AI is reshaping data business models, highlights emerging data sources in what he calls the “degenerate economy,” and argues that many alternative data sets once considered sources of alpha are rapidly becoming commoditized beta. </p> <p><br></p> <p>Matt also shares how Social Leverage uses data to make seed stage venture investments, how its approach differs from that of mega VC firms, and where the firm is currently focuse...
Times Square Trainwreck, Royal Renters and Blue Owl Bytes the Dust
<p>This week, we look at the tragicomedy that is TSX Broadway, the Maefield/L&L/Fortress Times Square megadevelopment that came undone and left hundreds of foreign investors in the lurch. We discuss how complex ground-up projects can lay waste to capital stacks, and what can happen between partners under pressure. We then look at the latest alarm bells ringing in the high-octane world of data center development – Blue Owl is staring down a multibillion-dollar void, and OpenAI’s marquee Stargate project has had major challenges powering up. Finally, we explore the rise of the rich renter – a trend that’s...
Stop Forcing It: How to Align Your Team for Natural Flow
<p>Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Kripa Anand. Today, we explore how hidden misalignment within teams and structures quietly limits performance and growth.</p> <p>Joining us is Sonia Perron, Founder and President of SPCTE Inc. With over 30 years of experience, Sonia shares how aligning people, roles, and strategy unlocks measurable results.</p> <p>Key Highlights</p> The Cost of Misalignment: Sonia explains how misalignment silently impacts productivity and decision making. Why Transformations Fail: Sonia highlights how unclear roles weaken execution and technology adoption. Understanding the Conative Mind: Sonia discusses how instinct driven behavior affects performance...
Mass Alt-luence & There's Something About Rabsky
<p>This week, we chop it up on how God is Smiling Upon Alts: The federal govt has put forward much-anticipated regulation that creates a smorgasbord of investment options for retirees – with major implications for CRE. Next, we discuss how Manhattan office has broken the $300 a foot barrier – twice in a month! And finally, we bust out our Marley Slims and head to Brooklyn, where Orthodox dealmaker Simon Dushinsky's unorthodox playbook at the Rabsky Group is dominating the development landscape.</p><p>Plus, our "Punch List" rundown of the newsiest industry happenings: New York real estate succession with Andrew Chung comi...
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From Soros to Old Farm: How to Identify the Market’s Top Thematic Risk-Takers | Kieran Cavanna | Old Farm Partners
<p>This episode is brought to you by CAIA.nxt. Learn more about their alternatives education courses for investment advisors and get 10% off with code MMTEN: https://caia.org/content/welcome-monetary-matters-and-other-peoples-money-listeners</p> <p><br></p> <p>Kieran Cavanna, the founder and CIO of Old Farm Partners and former head of external managers at Soros Fund Management joins Other People’s Money to break down his high-conviction approach to thematic investing, explaining why "making the main thing the main thing" is the secret to capturing outsized returns in the public markets. From his time working under legendary macro investor Scott Bessent to...
What Role Do Bathroom Mirror Lights Play in Everyday Comfort
Strait talk
<p>Shifting signals around shipping through the Strait of Hormuz send oil prices swinging again, keeping energy markets on edge. U.S. equities stay driven by tech momentum, while UK assets watch renewed political strain.</p> <p>Today’s recommended read: Is it time to abandon hope the Strait of Hormuz will open soon?, Clyde Russell</p> <p>Subscribe to Mike Dolan's Morning Bid newsletter, and check out his columns on Reuters Open Interest</p> <p>Produced by Eliza Davis Beard, Ethan Plotkin and Abisoye Adelusi</p> <p>Sound engineering and music by Sebastian and Josh Sommer</p> <p>Visit the T...
EP 152 - From Project to Product Mode with Thomas Hartmann
We’re joined by Thomas Hartmann, co‑founder of Product Masterclass and co-author of From Project to Product Mode: A Game Plan to Unlock Scalability for B2B Software Products, for a candid look at why so many B2B software companies get stuck in “project mode” and what it really takes to become product‑led.Thomas shares his journey from entrepreneurship and lean startup experiments in San Francisco and Munich and to working with large organizations trying (and often failing) to scale. <br /><br />Over years of coaching and transformation work, he and his co‑founder and co-author, Sebastian Borggrewe, sa...
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Will a war with Iran push mortgage rates higher or lower?
<p>When geopolitical tensions rise, investors react — and the bond market moves. Since mortgage rates are driven by the bond market, global conflict can absolutely influence home loan rates.</p> <p>In this episode of The Brutally Honest Loan Officers Podcast, we break down:</p> <p>• How wars historically impact interest rates<br> • What a “flight to safety” means for mortgage rates<br> • Why U.S. Treasury bonds matter<br> • How oil prices and inflation change the equation<br> • The role of the Strait of Hormuz in global energy supply<br> • Why markets sometimes ignore geopolitical headlines<br> • What will actually drive mortg...
Shopping and Sipping: The Future of Beverage Shopper Marketing
<p>In this episode of Kantar's Future Proof podcast, Jane Ostler speaks with Sian Davies, Global Consumer Planning Lead, Ready to Drink at Diageo, and Jauneen Tarin, Head of Shopper UK at Kantar, to discuss the evolving landscape of shopper marketing. </p><br><p>From the evolution of shopper behaviour and the impact of digital channels to the critical role of leadership and culture, this episode is packed with practical examples and forward-looking perspectives on winning in the fast-changing world of ready-to-drink beverages. </p><p > Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.</p>
The Biggest Lie in Real Estate
<p>“Marry the house, date the rate.”</p> <p>You’ve heard it everywhere.</p> <p>But is it actually good advice… or just a catchy phrase?</p> <p>In this episode of The Brutally Honest Loan Officers Podcast, we break down the truth behind one of the most popular sayings in real estate — and why it can be misleading if you don’t understand the full picture.</p>
The Ultimate Hard Asset: American Farmland and The 300-Year Water Supply Hidden Underneath It | Chris Morris LandFund Partners
<p>Learn more about Teucrium’s Soybean ETF (SOYB) here: https://teucrium.com/soyb</p> <p><br></p> <p>In this episode of Other People's Money, Max sits down with Chris Morris, President of LandFund Partners, to explore why they believe U.S. row crop farmland is the ultimate hard asset. Chris details how farmland performed as a portfolio diversifier during the Great Financial Crisis and explains why the relative value compared to other regions and essentially free access to 300-years of groundwater them has focusing on the U.S. Mid-South region. He highlights global water scarcity, food security, and in...
Will Wikipedia survive Artificial Intelligence? (And Can A.I. Survive Without Wikipedia?)
<p>Wikipedia readers consume nearly one billion articles per day from the online encyclopedia. </p> <p>In its 25 years of operation, this compendium of human knowledge has become an integral tool for understanding the world in which we live. </p> <p>But artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT could threaten Wikipedia's viability over the next 25 years. </p> <p>And in fact, by diverting fundraising traffic, undermining traditional journalism, and thinning the ranks of Wikipedia editors, large language models (LLMs) could even imperil their own usefulness. </p> <p>So in this episode, we're talking to a Wikipedia expert about the implications—both fo...
How Do Drive Way Lights Improve Safety and Night-Time Visibility
Proper lighting helps clearly define the driveway path, reducing the risk of trips, falls, or vehicle mishaps. <b>Drive Way lights</b> play an important role in making homes safer and easier to navigate after dark. It also improves visibility for drivers and visitors, especially during poor weather or late hours. To explore practical tips, benefits, and expert insights in more detail, tune in to the podcast episode dedicated to driveway lighting solutions.
AI Hype vs Reality: Why Intentional Building Wins Enterprise Market
<p>Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Maheen Bari. Today, we explore the rise of operational intelligence and why reliable data systems are becoming a decisive advantage for modern businesses. In 2026, success belongs to companies that prioritize clarity, conviction, and dependable technology over hype.</p> <p>Joining us is Edoardo De Martin, Co Founder and CEO of Industrio AI. With nearly three decades of experience at Microsoft working on innovations like HoloLens and Xbox, Edoardo now leads the development of enterprise operational intelligence through Industrio’s platform, Signal.</p> <p>Key Highlights</p> Building with Conviction: What bo...
The Wikipedia Prank: Why the Internet Mistakenly Thought the Movie Good Luck Chuck was Based on Ben Kollenbroich
<p>15 years ago, if you had googled Ben Kollenbroich’s name, you would have discovered that his life story was the inspiration for “Good Luck Chuck,” a mid-budget, critically-panned romantic comedy starring Dane Cook and Jessica Alba. </p> <p>That’s not REMOTELY true, however. </p> <p>In fact, Ben Kollenbroich was just a regular 25-year-old guy in 2010. There certainly weren't any movies based on his life. </p> <p>And it wasn't an accident, a mix up or a mistaken identity that caused dozens of websites… and even his own grandmother… to believe otherwise </p> <p>It was an intentional and painstak...
Coca-Cola's Master's Tournament Sponsorship Triggers Boycott Talks, with Ben Deutsch and Dr. Martha Burk
<p>Home to the Masters Tournament, the Augusta National Golf Club typically serves as a backdrop for sports drama.</p> <p>But in 2002, the club itself became the story, as its men-only membership policy came under the microscope in an unexpected and sensational showdown between women's rights activists and the club's defiant adherence to "tradition."</p> <p>The tale of how the conflict came to a head is an unlikely Public Relations parable in its own right, driven by two iconoclasts of their era: Augusta National chair Hootie Johnson and Dr. Martha Burk, the chair of the National Council of...
IAM2812 - The Importance of Narrowing Your Focus
Wartime Allocators & Rialto's Double Agent
<p>This week, we have no choice but to tackle the topic of war. The conflict with Iran continues to roil markets and CRE's biggest allocators are in sixes and sevens. Fewer young people are going to college, which puts a big question mark on what's historically been one of the biggest drivers of real estate activity. And finally, with special servicers like Rialto continuing to play an outsized role in the market, some of their more exotic strategies are coming under a pretty harsh spotlight.</p><p>Sponsors:</p><p>1) This episode is supported by LoanBoss, the industry-leading debt...
IAM2817 - Entrepreneur And Accountant Helps Entrepreneurs Design Life-First Businesses Using Clarity-Driven AI
B2B E-Commerce: How to Scale Without Ripping Out Your Systems
<p>Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Kripa Anand. Today, we explore how wholesale businesses are transitioning from manual processes to integrated digital systems that drive efficiency and growth.</p> <p>Joining us is Yaqub Hosseini from B2B Wave. Yaqub shares how distributors and manufacturers can modernize operations without disrupting their existing systems.</p> <p>Key Highlights</p> Wholesale Bottlenecks: Yaqub explains the key inefficiencies slowing down traditional wholesale operations. Modernization Without Replacement: Yaqub shares how businesses can upgrade systems without starting from scratch. Evolving Buyer Expectations: Yaqub highlights the demand for self service and transparent...
Multifamily's Icarus: Alan Stalcup On the Record
<p>"Property management companies made my spreadsheets lie."<br> "We're gonna move the pref to a 17. Okay, okay, Tom. You're fucking me right now. You know that, right?"</p><p>This week, we break protocol to bring you a no-holds-barred interview with the poster child of the Sunbelt syndicator boom/bust, Alan Stalcup of GVA Management. Fueled by OPM, ZIRP, and an insatiable appetite for deals, Stalcup rode to the very top of the multifamily mountaintop, amassing 30,000 units in an acquisition spree for the ages. When rates turned, however, his firm became one of the highest-profile casualties, setting off a w...
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Yen and bear it
<p>A rare split vote at the BOJ sharpens the debate over Japan’s next rate move, even as the yen struggles to rally. Oil holds above $100 with the Iran conflict frozen, while tech stocks power ahead into a pivotal earnings week.</p> <p>Today’s recommended read: 'See through' Iran war? Markets exploit permacrisis instead, Mike Dolan</p> <p>Subscribe to Mike Dolan's Morning Bid newsletter, and check out his columns on Reuters Open Interest</p> <p>Produced by Eliza Davis Beard, Ethan Plotkin and Abisoye Adelusi</p> <p>Sound engineering and music by Sebastian and Josh Sommer</p> <p>Visit...
What Makes Picture Light Wall Fixtures Essential for Modern Interiors
Picture light wall fixtures have become a must-have element in modern interiors due to their ability to blend function with refined aesthetics. A well-placed<b> picture light wall</b> fixture enhances textures, elevates mood. To explore more insights and expert discussions on using picture lights effectively, you can tune into a podcast for deeper understanding and inspiration. Visit for more.
Week Ahead: The Fed is watching inflation
<p>Central banks take the spotlight this week, with U.S. inflation data set to test expectations for rate cuts. Plus a look ahead to key mega‑cap earnings.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Subscribe to Mike Dolan's Morning Bid newsletter, and check out his columns on Reuters Open Interest</p> <p>Produced by Eliza Davis Beard, Ethan Plotkin, and Abisoye Adelusi</p> <p>Sound engineering and music by Sebastian and Josh Sommer</p> <p>Visit the Thomson Reuters Privacy Statement for information on our privacy and data protection practices.</p> <p>You may also visit megaphone.fm/adchoices to op...
From BSDs to DSTs & a Lakewood Lad's SNF Summit
<p>This week, we talk some takeaways from institutional real estate’s March Madness, the PREA conference – we’ve got the latest on what the industry's biggest allocators & fund managers are thinking about. Then, we SNF around that quirky asset class’ latest megadeal - Chuny Herzka’s $1.7B acquisition of the Centers healthcare portfolio. And finally, the changing of the guard at Camden Property Trust and BGO's takeover of Bell Partners are great excuses to discuss 2 of our favorite themes – AUM Gobbling & the private-leaning shift in the capital markets. </p><p>Plus, our "Punch List" rundown of the newsiest industry happenings: A...
Marketing Overload? How to Simplify and Actually Grow
<p>Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Kripa Anand. Today, we explore why real business growth still comes down to human connection, clear messaging, and trust.</p> <p>Joining us is Monica Hoffman, Fractional Marketing Consultant. With over 20 years of experience, Monica shares how businesses can simplify marketing and build consistent, meaningful growth.</p> <p>Key Highlights</p> Power of Brand Story: Monica explains how a clear story builds trust and drives engagement. Customer Journey Clarity: Monica highlights why understanding the full journey improves results. Strategic Marketing Gaps: Monica discusses risks of operating without clear direction. Fractional...
Why Emerging Markets are Finally Outperforming Developed Markets | Robert Koenigsberger | Gramercy
<p>This episode is sponsored by Pictet Asset Management and its AI-enhanced equity ETFs. Pictet AI Enhanced US Equity ETF (PQUS): </p> <p>https://etf.am.pictet.com/pqus/?utm_campaign=usetf&cid=2826077237&utm_source=jfmv&utm_content=pquslp&utm_medium=podcast_02&utm_term=noterm</p> <p><br></p> <p>Pictet AI Enhanced International Equity ETF (PQNT): </p> <p>https://etf.am.pictet.com/pqnt/?utm_campaign=usetf&cid=2715538577&utm_source=jfmv&utm_content=pqnt&utm_medium=podcast_02&utm_term=noterm</p> <p><br></p> <p>Emerging market outperformance is turning investors’ heads and in this episode of Other People’s Money...
Beyond LLMs: where AI, Culture and Humans Redefine Innovation
<p>In this Future Proof episode, Dr Nicki Morley, Global Innovation Lead at Kantar and Dr Angad Chowdhry, Co-Founder & CPO at Quilt.AI, unpack why genuine innovation demands more than fast outputs from LLMs.</p><br><p>They explore how cultural sensing, behavioural fuels and frictions, and multisource signal intelligence reveal the collision zones where breakthrough opportunities emerge, and why human judgment is still essential to shaping concepts that are meaningfully differentiated and commercially real.</p><br><p>They also share how the Kantar × Quilt.AI partnership brings these capabilities together, closing the loop from signal to opportunity spaces to concepts with rigour a...
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EP 145 - AI Tools: N8N with Stav Charkham
We’re excited to welcome Stav Charkham, Business Product Builder at Voyantis, former Product Manager and founder in EdTech, and seasoned automation expert, for a standout episode on using n8n and agentic AI to empower product managers and teams.Stav takes us through his journey from building products with no-code tools like Bubble and iPaaS tools like Make, to his current work scaling business workflows with AI, n8n, and internal systems at Voyantis. Learn how Stav helps teams go from research to business value in days, sometimes even hours, by combining open-source automation, hands-on user insight, and a bi...
How Do You Future Proof a 180 Year Old Luxury Brand?
<p>How do you keep a 180‑year‑old brand relevant for the next generation of consumers?</p><br><p>In this episode of Future Proof, Jane Ostler is joined by Kristy Keyte, CMO of Penfolds, to explore what it really takes to grow a heritage brand in an increasingly volatile world. From reframing Penfolds as a luxury brand rather than a wine brand, to sharpening brand codes, driving difference, and building salience at the point of choice, Kristy shares how a more rigorous approach to brand strategy is shaping decision‑making across the business.</p><br><p>The conversation also digs i...
Stocks over shocks
<p>Oil prices climb again after U.S. President Donald Trump warns Iran over the Strait of Hormuz. But stocks keep rallying, helped by upbeat AI earnings from Intel.</p> <p>Today’s recommended read: Japan fiscal experiment is lab test for Treasuries, Mike Dolan</p> <p>Subscribe to Mike Dolan's Morning Bid newsletter, and check out his columns on Reuters Open Interest.</p> <p>Produced by Eliza Davis Beard, Ethan Plotkin, and Abisoye Adelusi</p> <p>Sound engineering and music by Sebastian and Josh Sommer</p> <p>Visit the Thomson Reuters Privacy Statement for information on our privacy and data pro...
The Frum Fraudfather & Pied à Terre Purgatory
<p>This week, we finally tackle the story of Mark Nussbaum – the real estate attorney who became the nexus of the underground Orthodox CRE dealmaking world, facilitating hundreds of millions of dollars in deals and "show capital" before it all collapsed spectacularly in a wave of lawsuits, criminal fraud allegations, and even the suicide of a close collaborator, Mendy Steiner. Nussbaum's tale is a lens into the gray economy of the frum, where huge deals are often done on a handshake and under the aegis of a close-knit community. We also explore New York's new push for a pied-a-terre tax, wh...
Reubens on Rye and Apollo's Divine NNNtervention
<p>This week, we dive into the life & times of two quintessential Men with Deep Pockets: Billionaire British Brothers David & Simon Reuben have become some of the most aggressive buyers of trophy hotel and retail assets across the country – many of them in various states of undress & distress. We then look at Apollo’s new NNN partnership with Realty Income - an alliance that says much about how both AUM Gobblers and vanilla REITs are saying they’ve got what the other needs. And finally, failed mega-retailer JCPenney is now the scene of a bruising battle with a jilted would-be buyer...
Zillow Says Your Home Is Worth What! Here’s the Truth About Zestimates
<p>Are Zillow estimates actually accurate… or misleading?</p> <p>In this episode of The Brutally Honest Loan Officers Podcast, we break down the truth about Zillow “Zestimates” — how they work, when they’re accurate, and when they can cost buyers and sellers real money.</p> <p>If you’ve ever typed your address into Zillow and taken that number as fact… you need to hear this.</p>
“Not Until May” The Real Timeline for Controlling the Strait of Hormuz | Nadia Martin Wiggen Svelland Capital
<p>Learn more about Teucrium’s CORN ETF (CORN) here: https://teucrium.com/corn</p> <p><br></p> <p>Nadia Martin Wiggen, Director at Svelland Capital joins Other People’s Money for a timely update on energy and shipping markets in light of the “5-day pause” Truth Social post that sent equity markets ripping higher and oil prices dipping lower. She explains why Svelland Capital believes May is the real timeline for controlling the Strait, how refining margins and refined product hoarding create a persistent bid for oil and gas, and how global energy supply chains have shifted with many ships sa...
The Powell hour
<p>Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell heads into what could be his last meeting as Fed chair as oil tops $100 and Wall Street seems unfazed by geopolitical tension. AI‑linked stocks lead global markets higher ahead of a big week for tech earnings.</p> <p>Today’s recommended read: Iran war hands OPEC's swing producer crown to America, Ron Bousso</p> <p>Subscribe to Mike Dolan's Morning Bid newsletter, and check out his columns on Reuters Open Interest</p> <p>Produced by Eliza Davis Beard, Ethan Plotkin and Abisoye Adelusi</p> <p>Sound engineering and music by Sebastian and Josh Sommer<...
How $100B Asset Managers Are Making Tokenized Funds a Reality | Maredith Hannon of WisdomTree
<p>Maredith Hannon, Head of Business Development at Wisdom Tree Digital, joins Other People’s Money to discuss how tokenized real-world assets are taking off at a pace eerily similar to the early growth of ETFs. Crypto enthusiasts have long touted the potential for fund vehicles to be tokenized and put on chain. That story is quickly becoming a reality with rapid AUM growth and established players like WisdomTree with over $100B in AUM quickly launching funds from money market and equity to alternatives like private credit. Hannon also discuss the additional utility that on chain funds provide and how th...
Why Some Renters Should NOT Buy.... YET
<p>Not every renter should buy a home right now — and that’s the truth nobody talks about.</p> <p>In this episode of The Brutally Honest Loan Officers Podcast, we break down when renting actually makes MORE sense than buying — at least for now.</p> <p>This isn’t anti-homeownership.<br> This is about making the right move at the right time.</p>
New Construction Buyers: Are You Overpaying for That “Incentive” Rate?
<p>In this episode of The Brutally Honest Loan Officers Podcast, we break down what builders don’t always explain clearly:</p> <p>• Why new construction homes are often priced higher than resale<br> • Why builders avoid lowering prices<br> • How rate buydowns actually work<br> • The real math behind “builder incentives”<br> • When a higher price can still mean a lower monthly payment<br> • The hidden risk if you sell in 2–3 years<br> • Why long-term buyers benefit most from new construction</p> <p>Right now, many builders are offering:</p> <p>4.99%–5.25% interest rates</p> <p>Closing cost credits</p> <p>Design center upgrades...
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A.I. Podcast Host Invasion: Inception Point's Business Model & the Podcast Industry's Reaction
<p>Earlier this month, a new startup announced that they would be using artificial intelligence to churn out thousands of podcast episodes voiced by A.I. podcast hosts. Inception Point A.I. claims to be able to fashion 3,000 podcast episodes a week at a paltry cost of $1 per episode, and plans to flood the market with massive amounts of content in the hopes of generating revenue through programmatic advertising. But the reaction to their market entrance was anything but warm and welcoming. Podcast industry stalwarts and professional communicators expressed shock and outrage that the startup would resort to such a...
Recession Lessons from Content Marketing Institute Founder Joe Pulizzi: Double Down, Dig In
<p>In the world of business, yet again, things looks grim. </p> <p>A brewing trade war, the uncharted fallout of artificial intelligence, and political upheaval around the world...</p> <p>All these factors have created an atmosphere of business uncertainty. Marketing jobs and budgets face the specter of the chopping block once again, and many are taking a "batten down the hatches" approach. </p> <p>But at a time like this, it's important to remember: when everyone else goes quiet, your voice carries that much further.</p> <p>And so in this episode, we're revisiting a pivotal conversation with...
EP 149 - AI Tools: Summary with Matt & Moshe
<b>We’re wrapping up our AI Tools series with a special episode featuring just the two of us—Matt and Moshe—looking back at what we really learned (and where we’re still confused) about AI in product management.</b><br /><b></b><br /><b>Across this conversation, we revisit the core themes that emerged with our guests and in our own experiments: from “vibe coding” and no‑code builders, to LLM assistants, enterprise privacy, agentic workflows, and the evolving role of the product manager. </b><br /><b></b><br /><b>We share candid stories of using tools like Google Stitch...
Just Bought a Home? Watch Out for These Scams After Closing
<p>Just bought a home? Watch your mailbox…</p> <p>Because after closing, many homeowners start receiving letters that look official — but some of them are scams.</p> <p>In this episode of The Brutally Honest Loan Officers Podcast, we break down the most common scams that target new homeowners — and how to avoid them.</p> <p>These scams exist because your home purchase becomes public record, making you an easy target.</p>
How Gaming Is Up-Leveling Marketing: Lessons from Discord’s Community-Driven Approach
<p>Gaming has evolved into a cultural powerhouse and a vital marketing platform, reshaping how brands connect with audiences worldwide. In this episode of Future Proof, host Rachelle Minnis welcomes Adam Bauer, VP of Sales at Discord, to unpack the real-world strategies and lessons behind successful community-driven marketing.</p><p>Discover how Discord transformed from a gamer-centric chat app into a dynamic space for brand engagement, and learn what sets advertising on Discord apart from traditional social platforms. With gaming now mainstream and communities more engaged than ever, this conversation reveals how brands can successfully activate community-driven marketing—and why th...
Delicious Redemption: Getting Fired for an Infamous PBR Tweet Made Corey Smale the CCO at Garage Beer
<p>It was four years ago that the Twitter account for legendary beer brand Pabst Blue Ribbon tweeted out: </p> <p>"Not drinking this January? Try eating ass!"</p> <p>And we're FINALLY talking to the guy who did it. </p> <p>Because Corey Smale—who was promptly fired for the Tweet and owned it publicly—isn't just PBR's ex-social media manager.</p> <p>He's now been named Ad Age's "Marketer of the Year" for his current work as Chief Creative Officer at Garage Beer, one of the fastest-growing beer brands in the world. </p> <p>Look, we already covered the...
The Market’s Biggest Whales are Making Huge Changes: Total Portfolio Revolution | Steve Novakovic of CAIA
<p>This episode is brought to you by CAIA.nxt. Learn more about their alternatives education courses for investment advisors and get 10% off with code MMTEN: https://caia.org/content/welcome-monetary-matters-and-other-peoples-money-listeners</p> <p><br></p> <p>Steven Novakovic, Managing Director of Educational Programs at CAIA, discusses the monumental shift from strategic asset allocation to the Total Portfolio Approach (TPA), a change recently highlighted by major moves at CalPERS. The conversation explores the evolving landscape of private markets, specifically how secondary markets are providing crucial liquidity and entry points for investors dealing with slowed distributions and the "denominator effect". Novakovic also...
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A Brutally Honest Interview with Rayshawn Herring | Real Estate, Pricing & Today’s Market
<p>What’s REALLY happening in today’s housing market — from a Realtor on the front lines?</p> <p>In this episode of The Brutally Honest Loan Officers Podcast, we sit down with Rayshawn Herring, a Realtor with Century 21, to talk about the real estate market, buyer opportunities, and the truth most agents won’t say out loud.</p> <p>Rayshawn shares his powerful story — from watching his family lose their home to foreclosure… to becoming a Realtor at just 22 years old</p>
Tech, against the odds
<p>Oil prices are climbing and geopolitics are getting worse, but markets keep clinging to tech. Tesla’s shares pop on positive cash flow, then slip on higher spending plans, raising the question of how long tech optimism can outweigh rising energy costs and global risk.</p> <p>Today’s recommended read: A Warsh-led Fed's 2% inflation goal might be a different 2%, by Mike Dolan</p> <p>Subscribe to Mike Dolan's Morning Bid newsletter, and check out his columns on Reuters Open Interest.</p> <p>Visit the Thomson Reuters Privacy Statement for information on our privacy and data protection practices.</p> <p>You may...
What Should You Know Before Buying Lights for Staircase Areas
Before buying lights for staircase areas, it’s important to focus on both safety and style. Staircases need proper illumination to prevent slips and falls, especially at night. When selecting <b>Lights for staircase</b>, consider warm tones for comfort and motion sensors for convenience. To understand lighting choices better, listening to a home décor or interior lighting podcast can be very helpful.
Seth Rogen's Film, The Interview, Sparks a North Korean Hack Attack and a Hollywood PR Debacle for Sony Pictures' CEO
<p>In 2014, Sony Pictures Entertainment sparked an international diplomatic crisis when it announced its latest comedy, which they called “The Interview.” </p> <p>Starring Seth Rogen, James Franco, and Randall Park as a parodied version of North Korea’s Supreme Leader, Kim Jong-Un, the film features a slapstick plotline where a couple of bumbling journalists are recruited by the CIA to assassinate the reclusive dictator. </p> <p>But when the teaser for the flick hit the internet, the real life hostile foreign power was not amused. </p> <p>North Korea spent the ensuing months issuing threats of violence and terrorist attack...
Customer Experience in 2026: Balancing AI Innovation with Human Connection
<p>In the age of AI, trust and human connection are the new foundations of customer experience.</p><br><p>The rules are changing: technology is reshaping how brands interact with consumers, but it is human connection, trust, and transparency that will define the winners. In this episode, Jane Ostler talks with Isabelle Zdatny and Amy Cashman. They discuss how organisations must move beyond captive audiences and transactional relationships, earning loyalty through responsible practices and meaningfully different experiences. In an era where everything can be commoditised except the human touch, brands who deliver on their promises and build emotional connections will s...
Buyer’s Market in Florida? What’s Actually Happening Right Now?
<p>Is Florida finally becoming a buyer’s market?</p> <p>After years of extreme seller control, the Central Florida housing market is shifting — and buyers are starting to regain leverage.</p> <p>In this episode of The Brutally Honest Loan Officers Podcast, we break down what’s actually happening in the 2026 housing market and whether buyers finally have the advantage.</p> <p>Here’s what we’re seeing right now:</p> <p>📊 Rising Inventory<br> Central Florida now has over 13,000 active listings — a major shift from the low-inventory frenzy of 2020–2023.</p> <p>⏳ Homes Sitting Longer<br> Days on market are the longest the...
Modernizing the Way We Communicate About Road Closures (Especially During Emergencies), with Scott Oppman from ArcGIS
<p>Most people get travel information about road closures from Google Maps, Apple Maps or a similar smartphone-based application. </p> <p>But when a road is closed, most transportation agencies put out a press release. </p> <p>And this disconnect is not only annoying—it can be a public safety hazard. </p> <p>So after the recent catastrophic flooding in his Southeast Wisconsin community, Dusty wants to start a conversation about how public officials can modernize the way they communicate about road closures in 2025. </p> <p>Because, in order to maximize the impact of potentially life-saving information, municipalities and departments of...
OPEC fractures
<p>OPEC loses its fourth-biggest producer. Jerome Powell prepares to chair what is almost certainly his final Federal Reserve policy meeting with inflation ticking back up. And a quiet Wall Street Journal report about OpenAI missing targets is rattling the entire AI trade - right before Amazon, Apple, Microsoft, and Meta report after the bell.</p> <p>Today’s recommended read: Transatlantic rate convergence may be a mirage, Mike Dolan</p> <p>Subscribe to Mike Dolan's Morning Bid newsletter, and check out his columns on Reuters Open Interest</p> <p>Produced by Eliza Davis Beard, Ethan Plotkin and Abisoye Adelusi</p> <p>Sound engi...
Better Together: Scaling AV and Digital Services in Canada
<p>Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Kripa Anand. Today, we explore how workplaces are evolving into integrated digital environments that combine technology, collaboration, and human creativity.</p> <p>Joining us are Meagan Moody, Country Manager at Ricoh Canada, and Ahmed Ameen, COO of ET Group. Together, they share how this strategic acquisition is redefining hybrid work and enterprise collaboration.</p> <p>Key Highlights</p> Strategic Vision: Meagan explains how ET Group strengthens Ricoh’s workplace transformation strategy. Scaling AV Solutions: Ahmed shares how integration enables broader deployment of hybrid workplace technologies. Secure Collaboration: Meagan discusses how th...
The Founder-Finance Gap: How to Think Like a CFO
<p>Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by SK Uddin. Today, we explore how founders can close the gap between financial complexity and real business understanding.</p> <p>Joining us is Ray Fitzpatrick, Founder and CEO of Profitual. Ray shares how founders can turn financial data into clear insights that drive smarter growth decisions.</p> <p>Key Highlights</p> <p>1. Broken Financial Models: Ray explains why traditional modeling fails most founders.</p> <p>2. Strategic Finance Thinking: Ray highlights the importance of focusing on key growth drivers.</p> <p>3. AI in Finance: Ray shares why AI must be used...
Bot Farms Have Made Social Media Engagement Metrics Meaningless, with Eric Schwartzman
<p>What you see online is not real. </p> <p>This has long been a reliable axiom for information consumption on the internet. </p> <p>But social media and SEO marketers have long relied on their engagement metrics as an exception to that rule—critical quantitative data that can't be faked and can be leveraged to demonstrate the value of a campaign or piece of content. </p> <p>Except in 2025, it's just not reliable any more.</p> <p>That is because sophisticated operations called "bot farms" have built swarms of networked smart phones designed to mimic the organic engagement that dr...
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Why Some Realtors & Loan Officers Give Bad Advice (And How to Avoid It)
<p>Not all real estate advice is good advice… and some of it can cost you thousands.</p> <p>In this episode of The Brutally Honest Loan Officers Podcast, we break down why some Realtors and loan officers give bad advice — and how buyers can protect themselves.</p> <p>This isn’t about calling people out — it’s about helping you make smarter decisions when buying a home.</p>
What’s the Most Energy-Efficient Corner Lamp for Living Room Today
Choosing the most energy-efficient <b>corner lamp for living room</b> setups often comes down to LED technology. Modern LED corner lamps use significantly less electricity, offer long-lasting brightness, and create warm, ambient lighting without heating up the room. If you want to explore how lighting choices impact energy use and home atmosphere, consider tuning into a related podcast for deeper insights and practical tips. Visit to explore more.
EP 148 - AI Tools: V0, Replit and more with Adir Traitel
<b>We’re keeping the AI Tools series rolling with Adir Traitel, entrepreneur, product leader, and early adopter of just about every vibe coding tool out there. Adir joins Matt and Moshe to share hard‑won lessons from building real apps with v0, Bolt, Replit, Figma Make, and more, all while running his own startup and consulting on product builds across industries.</b><br /><b></b><br /><b>From his early days in project management and mobile app startups, through work with companies like Moovit and across FinTech, AgTech, and credit scoring, Adir has consistently been the “try it first” person f...
"The Best Time to Invest": How AI Disruption is Reshaping Software Valuations | Ben Topor | Titan Capital Partners
<p>This episode is sponsored by Pictet Asset Management and its AI-enhanced equity ETFs. </p> <p><br></p> <p>Pictet AI Enhanced US Equity ETF (PQUS):</p> <p> https://etf.am.pictet.com/pqus/?utm_campaign=usetf&cid=2826077237&utm_source=jfmv&utm_content=pquslp&utm_medium=podcast_02&utm_term=noterm </p> <p><br></p> <p>Pictet AI Enhanced International Equity ETF (PQNT):</p> <p> https://etf.am.pictet.com/pqnt/?utm_campaign=usetf&cid=2715538577&utm_source=jfmv&utm_content=pqnt&utm_medium=podcast_02&utm_term=noterm</p> <p><br></p> <p>Max Wiethe sits down with Ben Topor, founder of...
2026 Housing Market Predictions: Mortgage Rates, Home Prices & Florida Taxes
<p>Where will mortgage rates and home prices be by the end of 2026?</p> <p>In this episode of The Brutally Honest Loan Officers Podcast, we put our names on real housing market predictions for 2026.</p> <p>No crystal ball. Just data, trends, and what we’re seeing in the mortgage and real estate markets.</p> <p>Here’s what we predict for December 2026:</p> <p>📉 Mortgage Rates<br> Will 30-year fixed rates fall back to 5%? Or stabilize closer to 5.5%?</p> <p>📈 Home Prices<br> Will national appreciation continue? What about Florida specifically?</p> <p>🏘 Inventory & Competition<br> Will we finally see a...
EP 146 - AI Tools: Base44 with Yaron Lavie
<b>We’re excited to continue our AI Tools series with Yaron Lavie, a veteran product leader with over 25 years of experience in FinTech, InsurTech, and now retail tech at Nexite, where he helps fashion retailers unlock unique in-store data. </b><br /><b>In this episode, Yaron joins Matt and Moshe to share how he used Base44, an AI-powered, full‑stack vibe coding platform, to take a completely new product idea from concept to a deployed prototype without touching his R&D team.</b><br /><b>Yaron walks through why traditional approaches like Figma mockups and static visuals weren’t enough...
