Best James Mitra Podcasts (2025)

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Replay: Building Your Founder Craft & Investing In Impact with Ian Hogarth, Co-Founder of Plural Platform 45:41

4h ago45:41

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In today’s 40 Minute Mentor episode, we’re revisiting our popular episode with Ian Hogarth, Co-Founder and former CEO of Songkick, Partner at Plural Platform and Chair of the UK AI Safety Institute. In this episode, we talk about his rollercoaster ride with Songkick and how mentorship got him through the worst days, and what led him to building Plu…

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John Hodgman, Connor Ratliff, Griffin Newman, Patty Guggenheim 1:13:23

3d ago1:13:23

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This week, John Hodgman joins Scott to discuss being the "Radar" O'Reilly of the PC world, boldly asking for drugs, and owning a boat. Then, James Cameron and Jake Sully visit to promote "Avatar: Fire and Ash" as well as wet movies in general, and entrepreneur Kitty Sea-Joy Sage drops by to share some products. Get access to all the podcasts you lo…

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Bonus Bang: Paul F. Tompkins, Mandell Maughan, Mary Sohn, Mitra Jouhari, Nicole Parker 1:33:47

7d ago1:33:47

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Tony Giacchiarone (Paul F. Tompkins), heir to the gaseous paper fortune, welcomes a handpicked assortment of his ex-wives to catch up and reminisce in this after-Valentine’s special. Former love is in the air and current checks are in the mail! Belinda Rogers: Mandell Maughan Joanie Cassarelli: Mary Sohn Lizzy Giacchiarone: Mitra Jouhari Rhonda Rho…

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Replay: Challenging Cultural Norms with Alice Bentinck MBE 44:03

6d ago44:03

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In today’s 40 Minute Mentor episode, we’re revisiting our popular episode with the brilliant Alice Bentinck MBE, Co-Founder of Entrepreneur First and author of “How to be a Founder”. Frustrated by a business landscape that found latent talent shackled by predetermined career paths, Alice set out to challenge cultural norms when she co-founded Entre…

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Zach Galifianakis, Charlie McCrackin, Lisa Gilroy 1:14:39

9d ago1:14:39

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Zach Galifianakis, star from the hit series "Baskets," joins Scott to discuss his new movie "Lilo & Stitch," why he should know Dread Zeppelin, and who really hates Silicon Valley anyway? Then a representative from the IQ department drops in to give Zach and Scott a test, Inspector Jack Cates stops by while continuing his search for Ganz, and pagan…

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Bonus Bang: Live from Salt Lake City 2024 - Paul F. Tompkins, Lily Sullivan, Carl Tart, Ryan Gaul (More-imony Tony) 1:52:36

13d ago1:52:36

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This is episode 5 in our "More-imony Tony" series, originally released on CBB World on July 23rd, 2024. Live from Salt Lake City, Utah - Scott welcomes to the stage Alimony Tony, pop star Sabrina Carpenter, Fairleigh Longfellow, and Pudge. Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months fr…

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2025 Hiring & Talent Trends 13:23

13d ago13:23

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The hiring market has seen some major shifts over the past few years, and as businesses continue to navigate economic changes, evolving workplace trends, and shifting candidate expectations, staying ahead of these trends has never been more important, than in 2025. In today’s 40 Minute Mentor episode, we’re diving deep into the key hiring and talen…

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#113: Why you need Knowledge Graphs for your AI chatbot | ft. Aniket Mitra 45:13

13d ago45:13

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In this episode, I spoke with Aniket Mitra, founder of CW, to learn more about knowledge graphs and how they are making a comeback in the era of AI and LLMs. Opening theme song: Cheery Monday by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3495-cheery-monday License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.…

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Mo Welch, Carl Tart, Greg Hess 1:14:56

16d ago1:14:56

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Break off a new hundo with stand-up of note Mo Welch, who joins Scott to discuss how her relationship with dad inspired her stand-up special "Dad Jokes," and being the B.J. Novak of the new Office reboot. Then, Coach Prime swings by to look for some Dogs, and shoe-store owner/proprietor Juvenille Booterie, aka: James Armentrout, talks about the str…

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Carl Anthony on Earth Day: Then and Now

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“Because of the white bias of the environmental movement, there was almost no talk about cities, even though 85 percent of the population of the United States lived in cities and metropolitan area.”

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Bonus Bang: Paul F. Tompkins, Dave Theune, Toni Charline (More-imony Tony) 1:41:35

20d ago1:41:35

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This is episode 4 in our "More-imony Tony" series, originally #740 titled "A Bar Mangled Manor," airing January 16, 2022. Song parodist Alimony Tony returns to talk to Scott about his exciting new divorce. Then, attorney Robby Delmuda drops by to talk about representing himself in a major trial. Later, Max the Dog stops by in hopes of getting adopt…

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Building Healthier Habits in 2025 with Dr Rupy Aujla, Rhiannon Lambert, Nikki Wicks and Lottie Whyte 38:01

20d ago38:01

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How are your New Year’s resolutions coming along? Research shows that most of us drop our New Year’s resolutions by the second Friday in January. As we’re approaching the end of January, we’re resharing some of the best wellbeing and healthy habits advice we’ve received on the podcast from subject matter experts: Dr Rupy Aujla, Founder of The Docto…

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#112: Better Developer Experience for Event-Driven Architectures | ft. Alex Bouchard, co-founder of Hookdeck 59:18

20d ago59:18

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In this episode, I spoke with Alex Bouchard, co-founder and CTO of Hookdeck, to learn more about Hookdeck and how it differs from Amazon EventBridge. This episode contains a live demo of Hookdeck, for the best viewing experience, please watch the recording on YouTube here. Alex gave me a demo of Hookdeck, which has some nice features for addressing…

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Jason Mantzoukas, Andy Daly, Paul F. Tompkins 1:38:37

23d ago1:38:37

1:38:37

Friend of the show Jason Mantzoukas joins Scott for the 900th episode of Comedy Bang! Bang! Jason and Scott talk all about the Dread Zeppelin documentary before Shimmy and Phil Collins drop by to talk about their friendship. Then, pretzel maker August Lindt returns with a dire warning along with little boy Mason I. Clodge. Plus, Cool Cat and Ernie …

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Bonus Bang: Gillian Jacobs, Paul F. Tompkins, Carl Tart (More-imony Tony) 1:23:03

27d ago1:23:03

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This is episode 3 in our "More-imony Tony" series, originally #679 titled "Popcorn World, "airing October 25, 2020. Old favorite Gillian Jacobs returns to CBB and talks to Scott about her new horror film “Come Play,” directing an episode of the documentary series “Marvel’s 616,” and plants. Then, Alimony Tony returns and receives an interesting pro…

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Where Are They Now: A Lesson in Resilience & Pivoting with James Lo, Co-Founder of Ethos 32:47

27d ago32:47

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James Lo, one of our most popular 40 Minute Mentors and Co-Founder of Ethos, joins us for today’s 40 Minute Mentor, Where Are They Now feature. A lot has happened since the last time James came on the podcast. In today’s episode, we dive into every twist and turn in his journey since building and eventually exiting education platform, Mana, all the…

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CBB PRESENTS: The Music Man Watchalong (Scott Aukerman, Paul F. Tompkins) 2:46:05

1M ago2:46:05

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In order to settle old scores, Scott Aukerman, the host of Comedy Bang! Bang!, is joined by guests Bing Lujo and Dr. Bill Blondie to watch the 1962 film “The Music Man.” But will this put their argument to rest, or just open up new wounds? Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months fr…

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#111 - EventCatalog Revolutionizes Governance in Event-Driven Architectures | ft. David Boyne 51:00

1M ago51:00

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In this episode, I spoke with David Boyne, the creator of EventCatalog, to learn more about the most common challenges with Event-Driven Architectures and how EventCatalog can solve the governance problem - how events are versioned, schema'd, discovered and tested. This episode includes a short demo of EventCatalog, if you want to see the demo in a…

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Bonus Bang: Rhys Darby, Paul F. Tompkins, Matt Apodaca (More-imony Tony) 1:20:34

1M ago1:20:34

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This is episode 2 of our "More-imony Tony" series, originally #654 airing May 10th, 2020 called "LasSie is Benji." Actor and comedian Rhys Darby (Flight of the Conchords, What We Do in the Shadows) joins Scott for a SFX showcase and to wonder if aliens exist. Alimony Tony shares his signature song parody process, and local grocer Albert Roe returns…

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Where Are They Now: Tom Elvidge on building a solar-powered future 21:33

1M ago21:33

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Tom Elvidge, Co-Founder of UK-focused solar energy company, Synth Solar, joins us for today’s 40 Minute Mentor, Where Are They Now feature. In today’s episode, Tom shares the ins and outs of his transition from being an Operator to founding Synth Solar, and all the key lessons he’s learned on that journey. Plus, Tom gives us an exclusive sneak peek…

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Stephanie Hsu, Zosia Mamet, Heather Anne Campbell, Casey Feigh 1:17:18

1M ago1:17:18

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Actors Stephanie Hsu and Zosia Mamet join Scott to talk about their new Peacock comedy series Laid, Australia, and foraging. Then, parking enforcer Alexa Melrose stops by to talk about traveling through time to enforce parking. Plus, songwriter Joey Salsa returns to sing songs from his latest musical inspired by The Wizard of Oz. Get access to all …

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Bonus Bang: John Hodgman, Paul F. Tompkins, Will Hines (More-imony Tony) 1:18:28

1M ago1:18:28

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This is episode 1 of our "More-imony Tony" series, originally #584 titled “Weirdamony Alimony Tony” airing January 27th, 2019. Humorist John Hodgman (Judge John Hodgman, Vacationland) joins Scott to talk about secret families, what he did to prepare for officiating a wedding, and his career as the character “Monica Geller” on Friends. Then, Alimony…

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Where Are They Now: Anouk Agussol on how to build high-performing teams in 2025 27:06

1M ago27:06

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Anouk Agussol, Founder of Unleashed, an Amplified People Group business, joins us on today’s 40 Minute Mentor Where Are They Now series. Following her initial appearance on the show, in Season 9, Anouk joins us today to share how Unleashed has evolved since almost going into administration and being acquired by Amplified People Group. Plus, she sha…

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Ben Schwartz, Bobby Moynihan, Ryan Gaul 1:18:47

1M ago1:18:47

1:18:47

Ben Schwartz aka Sonic the Hedgehog joins Scott to continue the yearly tradition of appearing on the first CBB episode of the year! They chat about the Disney vault, New Year’s resolutions, and what kind of movie they would do together. Then, hitman Slow Pesci returns to talk about his next assignment. Later, pet groomer Darryl Day stops by to talk…

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Best of 2024 Part 4 2:37:45

2M ago2:37:45

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Happy Best Of’s to all from Comedy Bang! Bang! Join Scott and Paul F. Tompkins as they countdown the top three best CBB episodes of 2024 as voted by YOU listeners. Plus, the exciting conclusion of the Snowman game. Thanks for tuning in! Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free …

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Best of 2024 - Your 40 Minute Mentor of the Year 30:51

2M ago30:51

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Happy New Year and welcome back to 40 Minute Mentor! For our first episode of 2025 we’re taking one last chance to look back on the fantastic year of pocket-sized mentorship we’ve had. At the end of last year, we asked YOU to vote for your favourite 40 Minute Mentor of 2024. 🌟 For the first time ever, we collected votes across three categories: 🏆 T…

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As the South Goes; Organizing, Healing and Resilience in Gulf Coast Communities

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“We need folks to value our difference and to value our uniqueness and to say that there just might be something as innovative as jazz to come out and solve this climate change problem.”

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On Occupy: Roundtable Discussion with Angela Davis and Rev. James Lawson

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. "There are never any guarantees, but it is important to act as if it were possible to radically transform the world." Subscribe link

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Best of 2024 Part 3 2:21:54

2M ago2:21:54

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Merry Best Of’s to all from Comedy Bang! Bang! Join Scott and Paul F. Tompkins as they countdown numbers six through four of the Best CBB episodes of 2024 as voted by YOU listeners. Plus, Scott and PFT try to put their The Music Man disagreement to rest and play the Snowman game. Tune in Thursday for Part 4! Get access to all the podcasts you love,…

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Best of 2024 Part 2 2:07:07

2M ago2:07:07

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The Best of Comedy Bang! Bang! 2024 continues as Scott and Paul F. Tompkins countdown numbers ten through seven as voted by YOU listeners. Tune in Monday for Part 3! Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/cbb…

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Best of 2024 Part 1 2:46:20

2M ago2:46:20

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Merry Best Of’s to all from Comedy Bang! Bang! Join Scott and Paul F. Tompkins as they countdown numbers fourteen through eleven of the Best CBB episodes of 2024 as voted by YOU listeners. Plus, the exciting return of the Snowman game. Tune in Thursday for Part 2! Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the Siri…

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Ben Schwartz: Solo Bolo Ho Ho Holo 1:03:17

2M ago1:03:17

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Ho Ho Holo! Ben Schwartz aka the Elegant Mr. S and the voice of Sonic the Hedgehog joins Scott for the first ever holiday edition of Solo Bolo! They chat about Sonic the Hedgehog 3, magicians, Miss Piggy and Yoda, and more as they sing along the way. Plus, Ben and Scott deliver a special Christmas edition of the Olympic Song Challenge! Vote for you…

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Happy Holidays from your Host, James Mitra 6:24

2M ago6:24

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Before the 40 Minute Mentor team heads into hibernation until 2025, your Host, James Mitra shares a short festive message with you. Tune in to hear some of James’s favourite moments on the podcast this year and some of the biggest milestones the JBM team have achieved this year. 🥂 Happy Holidays from all of us at 40 Minute Mentor, JBM, and Amplifie…

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Holiday Spectacular 2024 w/ Jason Mantzoukas, Paul F. Tompkins, Lauren Lapkus, Lily Sullivan, Shaun Diston, Vic Michaelis, Dan Lippert, Jessica McKenna, Will Hines, Gil Ozeri 2:41:42

2M ago2:41:42

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Join Scott and guest co-host Jason Mantzoukas for that special time of year when old and new friends of the show stop by to celebrate the Comedy Bang! Bang! Holiday Spectacular! Expect appearances from Hoover Personae, Ho Ho the Elf, Tony Sony, Tony Nails aka Room Tone Tony, Terry Alamander, Papa Mia, Elsbeth Connors, schoolteacher Glen, and DeLuca…

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Bonus Bang: Paul Rust, Claudia O'Doherty, Carl Tart, Ego Nwodim (Old No-No's) 1:13:15

2M ago1:13:15

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This is episode 6 of our "Old No-Nos" series, originally episode #474 titled "Solid As A Rock." Paul Rust and Claudia O’Doherty of Netflix’s LOVE return to this week’s Comedy Bang! Bang! They chat about getting haircuts on the set, Claudia’s typewriter, and Paul shares some New No-Nos. Then, musicians and geologists Bashford and Franklin stop by to…

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Best of Season 12: A Mentorship Roundup 28:53

2M ago28:53

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For the final episode of Season 12 of 40 Minute Mentor, we are looking back on the last 10 weeks of pocket-sized mentorship and revisiting some of James’s favourite moments. If you haven’t fully caught up on this season yet, or you’re a brand new listener, make sure you check out each of the episodes after this roundup episode and our 40 Minute Men…

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Mekki Leeper, Jon Gabrus, Erin Keif, Dave Theune 1:21:39

2M ago1:21:39

1:21:39

Stand-up comedian/actor Mekki Leeper (Jury Duty) joins Scott to talk all about his role in the new mockumentary sitcom St. Denis Medical. Then, intern Gino Lombardo returns to talk about being a part of a Santa Claus sting. Later, The Little Engine That Might stops by to talk about getting back into the dating pool. Plus, child lawyer Robby Delmuda…

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Bonus Bang: Paul Rust, Gillian Jacobs, Paul F. Tompkins Return (Old No-No's) 1:16:53

3M ago1:16:53

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This is episode 5 of our "Old No-Nos" series, originally episode #474 titled "Liquid Meal Spheres." "Love"-ers Gillian Jacobs and Paul Rust join Scott to talk about grilling auditionees for their show and why fire hydrants belong in the New No-Nos. Plus, children’s entertainer Big Chunky Bubbles returns to discuss his favorite chowders and the prop…

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Jas Schembri-Stothart: Building the fastest-growing health and wellbeing startup for teenage girls 47:12

3M ago47:12

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“[We’re] actually using TikTok in a positive way. The whole reason we exist is to combat misinformation, which there is a lot of on TikTok, but it can be used positively.” In today’s 40 Minute Mentor episode, we’re joined by Jas Schembri-Stothart, Co-Founder of luna, the world’s first digital health companion for teenage girls. Working with leading…

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Kyle Mooney, Will Hines 1:12:12

3M ago1:12:12

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Comedian/writer/director Kyle Mooney joins Scott to talk about his new movie Y2K, Brigsby Bear vs. Brother Bear, and Jack Bauer. Then, baseball player Bags Mk.gee stops by to talk about his belief of being alive for over 200 years. Plus, restaurateur Ian Vanchuri drops by to pitch his original and unique restaurant concept. Vote for your Top 10 Fav…

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Bonus Bang: Paul Rust, Gillian Jacobs, Paul F. Tompkins (Old No-No’s) 1:42:35

3M ago1:42:35

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This is episode 4 of our "Old No-No’s” series, originally episode #401 titled "LOVE is Thicker Than Water." The co-creator and co-stars of the new Netflix original series LOVE, Paul Rust and Gillian Jacobs return on this week’s Comedy Bang! Bang! They’ll talk all about their new show in full detail (including how many butts we will see), Gillian sh…

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Dr Dupe Burgess: From NHS Doctor to Tech Founder closing the gender health gap with Bloomful 45:45

3M ago45:45

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“If you’re not learning something new every day, even if it’s the smallest thing, you can start to almost become stationary. Find ways to push yourself out of the limits of what you feel comfortable with.” In today’s 40 Minute Mentor episode, we’re joined by Dr Dupe Burgess, Founder & CEO of Bloomful. Launched in 2021, Bloomful is a HealthTech on a…

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Mary Elizabeth Ellis, Greg Hess, Madeline Walter 1:09:54

3M ago1:09:54

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Actress Mary Elizabeth Ellis joins Scott to talk about her new movie Red One, the Netflix series A Man on the Inside, and Creepshow. Then, folk singer Glen Plapinger returns to sing a few songs including one about his new Cybertruck. Plus, horror author Stephen King stops by to flesh out ideas for his next 10 stories. Vote for your Top 10 Favorite …

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Bonus Bang: Neil Campbell, Paul Rust, Fran Gillespie (Old No-No's) 1:22:29

3M ago1:22:29

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This is episode 3 of our "Old No-No's" series, originally episode #374 titled "Tick Tock Clawk." Start the clock! Maxwell Keeper aka The Time Keeper, an observer and celebrator of time is back on a bonus Comedy Bing Bong to spend some precious time with Scott and company. They’ll have a grand ol’ time with the world’s most dangerous comedian Paul R…

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Mary Bonsor: Founding, Scaling & Exiting a purpose-driven LegalTech with Flex Legal 44:26

3M ago44:26

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“It’s really important to sell your business when there’s still a lot of growth left. You really shouldn’t be looking to sell it at its absolute peak.” In today’s 40 Minute Mentor episode, we’re joined by Mary Bonsor, Founder of Flex Legal, a bespoke online platform created to connect law students with law firms and in-house legal teams on a flexib…

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Jim O’Heir, Paul Rust, James Mannion 1:26:44

3M ago1:26:44

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Actor and comedian Jim O’Heir joins Scott to talk about his new book “Welcome to Pawnee: Stories of Friendship, Waffles, and Parks and Recreation” which is a love letter to his time on Parks and Rec. Then, Cecil Sotheby of Sotheby’s Auction House returns to share a list of upcoming celebrity items up for auction. Plus, mailman Chris Orchard returns…

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Bonus Bang: Andy Daly, Paul Rust (Old No-No's) 1:07:23

3M ago1:07:23

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This is episode 2 of our "Old No-No's" series, originally episode #232 titled "LIVE from San Diego Comic-Con." That’s right, it’s a b-b-b-bonus episode of Comedy Bang! Bang! recorded live from San Diego Comic-Con! IT’S BEEN a while since we’ve heard what’s up with Hot Dog and since we heard a couple of New No-No's from CBB favorite Paul Rust! What …

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Andrew Richardson: Building high-performing businesses & leadership teams with Amplified Group 49:19

3M ago49:19

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“Feedback is the only way you will develop as a Leader. It is the only way people develop, full stop.” If you’ve been following JBM’s journey or been listening to 40 Minute Mentor for a while now, you will know that we’ve recently joined forces with Amplified People Group - the people services supergroup, supporting tech companies from inception to…

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James Acaster, Lily Sullivan, Matt Apodaca 1:20:54

3M ago1:20:54

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Stand-up comedian raconteur James Acaster joins Scott to talk about having the audience do whatever they want during the taping of his new HBO stand-up special “Hecklers Welcome”, approaching the 300th episode of his food podcast Off Menu, and how he previously dealt with hecklers before his current tour. Then, impresario Mrs. Lyndhurst returns to …

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Bonus Bang: Jerrod Carmichael, Jessica St. Clair, Paul Rust (Old No-No's) 1:15:22

3M ago1:15:22

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This is episode 1 of our new Bonus Bang Series, "Old No-No's," originally episode #167 titled "New No-No's." Intern Marissa Wompler, fear-based comic Jerrod Carmichael, and controversial comedian Paul Rust join Scott in a riveting discussion of penis pencils, politics, and a game of Would You Rather. New No-No: If you’re going to listen to this pod…

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