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PMP @ Austin Tech Week 2025 (Podcast)
Perkins Coie LLP are most popular: within Real Estate and Construction, Transport and Family and Matrimonial topic(s) Michael Glenn and guest host, Bryce Freund, visit the 2025 Austin Tech Week. Listen as they meet and mingle with some of Austin's startup entrepreneurs. Timestamps: 01:51 - Orbit Fab (Daniel Faber, Founding CEO): Founded in 2018 to eliminate the single-use spacecraft paradigm with in-space refueling.
You Thought It Wasn't Possible (Podcast)
PC Perkins Coie LLP More Perkins Coie is a premier international law firm with over a century of experience, dedicated to addressing the legal and business challenges of tomorrow. Renowned for its deep industry knowledge and client-centric approach, the firm has consistently partnered with trailblazing organizations, from aviation pioneers to artificial intelligence innovators.
PMP @ Austin Tech Week 2024 Startup Crawl (Podcast)
Michael Glenn and Vikram Iyengar visit the Austin Tech Week 2024 Startup Crawl. Listen in as they meet and mingle with Austin's foremost startup entrepreneurs. 01:35 - Everlume Bio – Pioneering a new approach to drug development for rare diseases. 13:01 - Imperium Technologies – Delivering cutting-edge technology that replaces manholes and stethoscopes with web browsers and smartphones. 20:20 - Arovia – Develops nanomaterial tech with display, lighting, energy, and automotive applications.
The Church of the SubGenius w/ Rev. Ivan Stang
The United States is a unique country in many ways, not the least of which is the freedom to practice any religion you want. Because of this, several wholly original faiths have sprung up through the years. Some have gone on to become large and dangerous (Scientology), and others are a little smaller and more goofy (The Pastafarians). Today we are going to discuss one such religion: “The Church of the SubGenius”.
Supervillains Ascend!
Every comic fan know that a superhero is NOTHING without an arch nemesis, and Real Life Superheroes are no exception. If you thought RLSH was underground….keep digging. There you will find the Real Life Supervillains. Watch helplessly as they take over your city’s sarcastic output and focus it on your local hero, reducing him to an insult-ridden husk. No one is safe. Tags: RLSH, RLSV, ROACH, Superheroes, supervillains, Tea Krulos Read more articles
Superheroes Are Real, and They're Spectacular!
If you are the average person, you have probably been a fan of superheroes since the Marvel movies hit the scene, which was in 2008. If you happened to be into Batman, your fandom may go back to 1989. I am guessing that if your fandom is based on the movies alone, it is probably a passing interest, relegated to the 2-3 times a year a new flick hits the theaters.
Ep. 202: From The Streets of New York to the Sets of Los Angeles
Hank Garrett started out his life as a poor kid on the streets of Harlem. With death and poverty all around him, he was filled with anger and despair, doomed to a life behind bars. That was until he had a meeting with Sammy David Jr. at the Apollo Theater which changed his life forever. While still in High School, Hank started 6 careers, all of which he found success at: Acting, Stand-up Comedy, Power Lifting, Pro Wrestling and Martial Arts.
The History of the Earth Told in one Hour w/ Dr. Henry Gee
This week we tackle one of the hardest questions that man has ever tried to answer: How life started on Earth. Once that is answered, the rest of evolution falls right into place. Dr. Henry Gee is an evolutionary Biologist, and has chronicled the entire 4.6 billion year timeline of the Earth in his latest book “A (Very) Short History of Life on Earth”.
How Humans Will Go Extinct
Henry Gee sits with me for a few more minutes for a lively and upbeat conversation on how the human race will meet its fate. Will it be over population? Underpopulation? Climate change? Or will we finally succumb to extinction debt. Podcast: Play in new window Subscribe: Google Podcasts | Stitcher |
*BONUS* - How To Sell A Movie In 13 Impossible To Follow Steps
When he isn’t hounding the studios to use his paper-saving app, Steve is using his connections to make movies of his own. The List is his first feature length movie, and we discuss the fifteen year journey he went on to get it produced. Podcast: Play in new window Subscribe: Google Podcasts | Stitcher | RSS Tags: Cinema, Hollywood, movies, scriptation, Steve Vitolo, studios, the list Read more articles
Ep. 200: Seinfeld, Scripts, and Winning Serious Awards
Climate change is altering our entire world. Global industrialization is coughing up billows of carbon dioxide, and tremendous deforestation has stolen the worlds most beautiful carbon cleaners. A lot of those forests are being cut down to create paper for the endless scripts Hollywood produces on a daily basis. One man is fighting against this unnerving trend, and quite possibly, could single-handedly save the human race. That man’s name is Steve Vitolo.
The Robber's Cave Experiment
I have always been intrigued by famous social experiments, like the Standford Prison Experiment, and Milgram’s Obedience Experiments, so imagine my pleasure when I came across Gina Perry’s ‘The Lost Boys’ which outlines the Robber’s Cave Experiment. My guess is you haven’t heard of this one before, and that is a shame.
Why is the English Language So Weird? w/ Arika Okrent
The English Language is one of the most difficult languages to learn, mostly because it has strange, and extraordinarily inconsistent spelling conventions. Why? That is the question author and language expert Arika Okrent answers in her book Highly Irregular. In short, English is a Germanic language spoken by barbarians, altered by the French, influenced by Roman missionaries, solidified by the printing press, and made difficult by elitists. Oh and the Vikings were also involved for a bit.
Ep. 197: The Ephemeral Nature of Fame
We are living in the Golden Era of fleeting fame. A popular YouTuber/TikTok Star can hit the scene in January, have millions of followers/views by June, and then be a part of the ‘Where Are They Now?’ montage in December. Contrary to what most people think, fame is never given, earned, achieved, or even permanent. At best it is borrowed, given back when your time is up.
Ep. 196: The Stories Behind Your Favorite Christmas Songs
During the holiday season, there is one thing that unites us all as a people no matter if you celebrate Christmas or not: Christmas Songs. In some years as early as October, Jingle Bells, Rudolph, Silent Night, Frosty the Snowman, along with others, bombard the airwaves and slowly bring us into the Holiday spirit. But where did these songs come from, and how did they come to define a whole season?
Opening the Vault of Safecracking Secrets w/ Dave McOmie
Anyone who has seen Oceans 11, The Italian Job, or Bad Santa knows that if you are going to steal millions of dollars in cash and/or art, you need a master safecracker on your crew to break-in to the vault where said valuables are being held. But how exactly does this work? Luckily we have the world renowned (and non-criminal safecracker) Dave McOmie on the show to explain exactly what goes into opening a bank vault.
Cracking Prince's Vault
In 2016, the legend was that megastar Prince had a bank vault filled with thousands of unreleased recordings, and since he was the only one who knew the combination, it was possible that this vault would be sealed forever. Luckily safecracker extraordinaire Dave McOmie called to the scene. Listen as Dave recounts his toughest job to date. Tags: Aerospace, Dave McOmie, Diamond, Prince, Safecracking Read more articles
Zombies In Pop Culture w/ Roger Luckhurst
In this bonus episode, Roger and I take a look at how the zombie has changes in pop culture, from the single captive, mesmerized by the voodoo priest, to the hordes of undead chasing people through the streets.
Ep. 194: A Conversation About Ghosts
Did you know that 20% of the population believes they have seen a ghost? That is one in five. Is there really something to this phenomenon, or is this something that is explainable with modern science? That is one of the questions that Marc Hartzman tries to answer in his new book “Chasing Ghosts“.
Ep. 193: Serial Killers in Antiquity
This is our Halloween episode, and is there a more scary topic than serial killers; humans who prey on the vulnerabilities other humans? We are going to do you one better in this episode: Serial Killers at a time when no one knew what a serial killer was.
Alex Jones and the Rise of InfoWars
In this bonus episode, we discuss how Alex Jones went from a cable access pundit to infamous peddler of dangerous conspiracy theories.
Ep. 192: The Proliferation of Conspiracy Theories
If you are like me, you have definitely heard a conspiracy theory or two. Maybe you believe that oil companies suppressed the electric car for decades, or that genetically modified foods cause cancer. It is also possible you have (or are) a crazy uncle that lets it rip on holidays, telling everyone about the CIA plot to assassinate JFK using the muscle of the mafia, because he was going to expose the alien bodies hidden under Area 51. Whatever your world concerns are, there is a theory for you.
Ep. 191: How To Recover a Pilfered Picasso
For over 30 years, Chris Marinello has been recovering valuable pieces of stolen art. From priceless paintings and sculptures to one-of-a-kind cars and high end watches, he is the guy you call if you are targeted by an opportunistic cat burglar. He has also helped to return quite a few pieces of looted Nazi art, which is more than commendable. Listen as we discuss his time in art school, how James Bond’s Aston Martin DB5 ended up in Kuwait, and the one time a reindeer stole a million dollar watch.
The C.I.A.'s Secret Mind Control Project
As someone who is into conspiracy theories, there was no more fertile ground than the Cold War. This age of paranoia spawned so many secret missions and black budget projects that people were bound to hear enough random bits to start piecing together strange narratives. There was one project that was so secret, so horrendous, and so morally bankrupt that the complete details are still not known today. That project was called MK-ULTRA: The C.I.A.’s Mind Control Experiments.
Ep. 189: The Legend of The Frozen Dead Guy
Nederland is a town in Colorado that is home to the world’s first backyard cryonics facility, which is occupied by their most famous resident Bredo Morstøl, affectionately known as “The Frozen Dead Guy”. For the past 27 years, he has been preserved with dry ice, which has to be replaced every 28 days. Bredo’s grandson Trygve is managing this sensitive operation all the way in Oslo, Norway. When Trygve was deported in 1994, he needed someone to faithfully pack his grandfather in dry ice every month.
Surviving Mt Everest w/ Jim Davidson
In life, there are some commonly accepted feats that are universally considered impressive, including running a marathon, winning a Nobel prize, and going into outer space. In my opinion, these all pail in comparison to climbing the tallest mountain in the world: Mt. Everest. According to expert climber Jim Davidson, it took him 33 years of training and experience to be mentally, emotionally, and physically ready.
The Cancer of Cancer of Cancel Culture w/ Dan Kovalik
“May You Live In Interesting Times” is a saying that I have heard several times over the past 18 months. While a tad overused, I do believe that it is absolutely true right now.
Ep. 186: The Science of Sasquatch
They are called many things: Bigfoot, Sasquatch, Yowie, The Wild Man, Skunk Apes, Yeti, Abominable Snowmen, among other things. These creatures appear in the folklore of most indigenous people, across the world, and is strangely one of the few narrative constants that almost every tribe shares. In our modern society however, there is almost no credence given to the topic, and very few academics study Sasquatch for fear of professional ridicule.
Ep. 185: The Fight Club of Underground Art
Jamie DeWolf is a multi-talented performer, who has mastered both stage and screen. He is the ring master of the long running variety show ‘Tourettes Without Regrets’, which has been renamed ‘The Ruckus and Rumpus Revival’. It has been dubbed ‘The Fight Club of Underground Art’ because the show is raw, totally eclectic, and involves participants from the audience. Jamie is also the great-grandson of Scientology founder L. Ron Hubbard, and is an outspoken critic of the church.
Fascinating Nouns *Bonus* A Mermaid's Tale
Not only is Jamie DeWolf a multi-faceted performer, but his partner Iara Mandyn is as well. She is an underwater model, stunt performer, and mermaid. Listen as Jamie recounts their deep sea filming exploits, including a terrifying trip into an underwater abyss.
Ep. 184: The Betty & Barney Hill UFO Abduction Story
In the wee hours of Sept. 19th – 20th, 1961 Betty and Barney Hill were abducted by a UFO and later returned to their car in a rural part of New Hampshire. This abduction has been the subject of many official investigations and scientific explorations. It widely considered the first scientifically analyzed UFO abduction in human history.
The Scientific Analysis of Betty's Dress
During her time aboard the craft, Betty’s dress had been ripped in several place by her captors. When she got home, she put it in her closet, where it remained untouched for 3 years. When she later came across it, the dress was covered in a strange pink powder. In this bonus episode, we continue the story and discuss the results of all the scientific testing on this important artifact.
Fascinating Gadgets, Gizmos, and Gear Based Technologies on Apple Podcasts
89 episodes Making fictional science a reality Making fictional science a reality MAY 5, 2021 Ep. 86 Jurassic Park Ep. 86 Jurassic Park Everybody, at some point or another, has had an interest in dinosaurs. They are gigantic, fascinating creatures, that are unlike anything alive today. I makes sense that as we learn more about DNA and how it works, it will become inevitable that someone will try to bring back a T-Rex.
Fascinating Nouns on Apple Podcasts
200 episodes The galaxy’s most trusted source for incredible people, places, things, and ideas The galaxy’s most trusted source for incredible people, places, things, and ideas MAY 3, 2021 *BONUS* – The Stupidest Crime in California History *BONUS* – The Stupidest Crime in California History In this bonus episode, Bob tells me the story of the kidnapping of Brooke Hart, which was not only dubbed the ‘Stupidest Crime in California History”, but is also credited as the last lynching in California.
The Stelle Experience on Apple Podcasts
51 episodes Chronicling one man's journey in Stelle, Illinois Chronicling one man's journey in Stelle, Illinois JUN 17, 2018 Ep. 55 Carole Gerardo Part 2 Ep. 55 Carole Gerardo Part 2 Carole continues her story, and I learn the definition of the term "Female Preenings". JUN 4, 2018 Ep. 54 Carole Gerardo Part 1 Ep. 54 Carole Gerardo Part 1 In this milestone episode, I talk with Carole Gerardo, a Stelle resident who bravely brought to light the sexual misconduct perpetrated by Richard.
Fascinating Nouns: Ep. 93 The Life of Charles Fletcher Lummis on Apple Podcasts
1 hr 11 min In a city like Los Angeles, it is hard to stand out, although everyone is desperately trying to. The easyish way to do that is to be the first to do something culturally relevant; first viral star, first one to discover blogging, or the first person to walk across the continent. Charles Lummis was all of those things, and possibly one other: The first celebrity in LA! Lummis was a real character.
Fascinating Nouns: *Bonus* Firefly Vampires on Apple Podcasts
6 min BONUS EPISODE! Sara dares to discuss the very scary Femme Fatale of the firefly world: Photuris, AKA The Vampire Firefly. 6 min
Fascinating Nouns: Ep. 92 Fireflies: The Secret World of the Silent Spark on Apple Podcasts
59 min For me, the nostalgic draw of fireflies (which I call lightening bugs) is overwhelming. I remember waiting until dusk to see these amazing creatures take flight, tangible and twinkling, as if the night sky had come down to earth. Their bioluminescence has always captivated me. Luckily Dr. Sara Lewis, the world's foremost firefly expert, is here to explain these very curious creatures. As larva, they are voracious eaters, and alarmingly efficient hunters.
Fascinating Nouns: *Bonus* Incredible Pathology Examples on Apple Podcasts
23 min BONUS EPISODE! Carla sticks around to talk about some specific pieces in her collection, including grave wax, items extracted from a human butt, and a teratoma the size of a human head! 23 min
Fascinating Nouns: Ep. 91 St. Bartholomew’s Pathology Museum on Apple Podcasts
1 hr Carla Valentine is trailblazer in the Death Industry. She is an author (Past Mortems), blogger, creator of the only Death Industry networking/dating website Dead Meet, former pathologist, and current Technical Curator of the most famous Pathology Museum in the world: St. Batholomew's! There she is in charge of preserving and categorizing 5,000 specimens of human remains, some of which are over 200 hundred years old.
Fascinating Nouns: Ep. 84 Proper Etiquette and Manners on Apple Podcasts
1 hr 3 min The British are known for their incredible politeness and impeccable manners. This is fertile ground to produce a world renown etiquette expert. That expert is William Hanson. Besides writing the book on the subject, he also is a Guinness World record holder! The longest curtsy relay, if you must know.
Fascinating Nouns: Ep. 83 The Curious Case of Count Carl von Cosel on Apple Podcasts
1 hr 8 min Ben Harrison is the author of the book Undying Love, which tells the story of Karl Tanzler, AKA Count Carl von Cosel. In brief: Karl Tanzler, a German immigrant, makes his way to Key West Florida by way of Havana Cuba. Once there, he sets himself up as an x-ray technician at the local hospital. About a year later, a beautiful Cuban girl named Elena Hoyos comes in to get checked for tuberculosis. Von Cosel is smitten, and spends the next two years trying to cure her of this awful disease.
Fascinating Nouns: Ep. 63 CW Pencil Enterprise on Apple Podcasts
1 hr 1 min Caroline Weaver is to pencils what Hank Hill was to propane. Her appreciation of the a 400 year old technology is eclipsed only by her success in selling her niche wares. Her store CW Pencil Enterprise sells hundreds of pencils and pencil related accessories. We discussed the specifications of her life-sized pencil tattoo, the historical importance of the Blackwing 602 & the Mogul 482, and the definition of eraser crumbs. 1 hr 1 min
Fascinating Nouns: Ep. 57 Sneaker Collector and Kickstorian on Apple Podcasts
1 hr 4 min Sean Williams, the Prof. of Competitive Response, is a born and raised Brooklynite who fell in love with sneakers at the age of 13. By age 16, with a few years of work experience under his belt he began buying sneakers with his own money (no longer asking mom for the latest and freshest kicks). Having purchased thousands of pairs of sneakers over the years his love of sneakers has never completely died. It has simply transformed.
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