A weekly look at the entertainment landscape from The Contending.
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Welcome to VPG’s Virtual Water Cooler Chat Podcast: Empowering Voices, where we share stories and lessons from diverse professionals to encourage each other and amplify our voices. Join us in creating a supportive community that fosters connections and celebrates the strength of our unique journeys.
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Nick Frazier and Marcus Fitzpatrick sits around The Water Cooler every Wednesday and give their perspective on some of the topics in the sports landscape today! If it's about sports, then WE ARE ABOUT IT! Like, Rate, Subscribe and Follow
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A couple minutes recapping the sports world every morning. So you don't sound like an idiot at work.
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Live twitter spaces conversations hosted by Upwork Chief Economist Adam Ozimek (@modeledbehavior) with various participants in Econ Twitter. We will talk about the economy and much more.
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Conversations we used to have at the office water cooler. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/watercoolergang/support
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The water cooler is the podcast where we talk about interesting ideas that come across you and me everyday. We talk about interesting ideas, news, politics, tech and any idea that we find interesting.
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Saranne Segal is a conflict resolution advocate on a mission to create more harmonious workplaces. Peace at the Water Cooler is your go-to podcast for dealing with difficult people, managing toxic behaviours and how to have those tricky conversations with colleagues. With a background as a lawyer and mediator, Saranne brings decades of experience dealing with workplace conflict to each episode as she talks to experts, authors and employees.
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Discover life beyond the consensus of the water cooler collective. A life not determined by norms and expectations. Learn to pursue your own path, push the boundaries of expectations, and find your purpose, hidden possibilities, and joy. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brokenwatercooler/support
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Are you confident about how to create the best workplace, from the inside out, where people are put first? Does your workforce share a clear sense of purpose, are they secure about change, do they know how to reduce stress, anxiety and the risk of burnout? Are you sure that productivity in your company is not diminished by presenteeism or staff turnover? This podcast features mini-series’ that delve into these topics and more, that have never been more important. As a psychologist, I get ben ...
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Join us each week as we break down our top picks for comics of the week.
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Travis + Gudda talk sports, fashion, culture and gambling
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Dre and Alden cover all of the things in the many worlds of nerd and geek topics, personal passions, and all the other things one talks about at work (when they're not actually working)! Reviews, lists, interviews, and more! Check out Dre on Twitter @LogicMC and @OrionPaxxMusic, and find Alden @AD_Strider. Also on Instagram as @itsorionpaxx and @a.d.strider!
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Talk around America's water cooler surrounding faith, politics, and culture is changing fast. Just the News' political affairs program "The Water Cooler with David Brody" takes a deep dive into the issues of our time to get to heart of what people are talking about today. Journalist David Brody sits down with some of the biggest newsmakers and thought leaders of the day to talk about values and traditions in a non—traditional way.
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Get ready to spill the tea with your IWCCT sister- in- law hosts, Jessie & Danielle! These Khuller (yes our last name is pronuced "Cooler" ;) ) sisters share stories from a wide array of workplace stories that vary from funny and sweet, to totally bizarre, creepy and downright nighmarish! They can't wait to meet you around the water cooler to share it all! Want to share the hot goss? They'd love to hear it! Please send your stories to IWCCTpodcast@gmail.com and please ad "Listener story" in ...
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While the shortlists receive a good amount of coverage after their announcement, there are three categories that don’t get as much coverage. The short film categories (Animated, Documentary, and Live Action, respectively) are some of the biggest prognosticator blind spots since these films don’t get talked about as much year-round, but you can find…
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POWERED BY HAPPINESS: Award Winning Performance – Jaye Cowle
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This is a first! Recording in front of a live audience at Google HQ for part of the fantastic Alliance of Independent Agencies' Festival of Happiness was exciting if not slightly daunting. But my guest, Jaye Cowle of award-winning company Launch, was an absolute delight to talk with. Why listen? You get to hear about why Launch won the 'Independent…
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The Christmas Episode! Episode 66
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Merry Christmas!!! Welcome to our Christmas Episode! We have some thoughless gift stories, crazy shopping stories and som epet Christmas storeies for you. Don't forget to go to If water coolers talk facebook page to vote for your fave listener Christmas story. * Disclaimer This podcast assumes no liability of any errors or omissions from the conten…
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2024 marks the 20th anniversary of ABC’s Desperate Housewives. To celebrate this anniversary, Clarence Moye and Joey Moser break down each episode of the first and best season. Welcome to the first podcast in Desperate Housewives Revisited, a look back at the Emmy-winning first season of the enormously successful ABC dramedy series. We break down w…
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Jonathan Abrams grew up on the potboiler legal thrillers of the 1990s. I’m talking about films such as A Few Good Men or The Firm or The Client or any of the John Grisham or Grisham-esqe adaptations that ruled multiplexes 30 years ago. These are films that have a storied cinematic legacy based in classic films like The Verdict, 12 Angry Men, or eve…
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We have more Christmas party stories of what not to do, some Christmas shopping gone wrong and one from a college student who really puts his foot in his mouth... Meet you around the water cooler. Disclaimer This podcast assumes no liability of any errors or omissions from the content of the stories sent in from our listeners or online message boar…
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We’re reacting to the recent drop of the 2025 Oscars official shortlists. What films missed out? What performed well? We look at all 10 categories and break things down for you. Then, we talk about what Christmas-adjacent films populate our viewing times this year. We’re not talking It’s A Wonderful Life but more films that might take place at Chri…
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‘September 5’ Cinematographer Markus Förderer Rose To the Challenge Of Lensing Action Inside a TV Studio [PODCAST]
Tim Fehlbaum’s September 5 is one of those films where their crafts don’t draw attention to themselves. The artisans supporting Fehlbaum’s taut direction and the fantastic ensemble cast so convincingly orient the audience within the world of the 1972 Munich Olympics that one almost takes for granted this isn’t a documentary. Everything from the exp…
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‘Twisters’ Sound Mixer Devendra Cleary On Braving the Oklahoma Elements For Sonic Authenticity [PODCAST]
Twisters sound mixer Devendra Cleary spent many hot, humid days on location in Oklahoma capturing all aspects of sound for Lee Isaac Chung’s summer blockbuster. The shoot was a fast-paced one, particularly so for a large film. Daily safety briefs came first, but the shoot required extensive planning on how to capture live sounds as efficiently and …
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It is Episode 64 and we have some more Christmas work and party stories for you along with someone who just doesn't get how paid time off works and more. Meet you around the water cooler. Disclaimer This podcast assumes no liability of any errors or omissions from the content of the stories sent in from our listeners or online message boards. These…
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‘Nickel Boys’ Director RaMell Ross On Leveraging the Lyricism Of Imagery To Relay a Lived Experience [PODCAST]
Colson Whitehead’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel The Nickel Boys tells a fictionalized account of two young men — Elwood and Turner — who bond amidst the horrors of the Nickel Academy. The novel was heavily influenced by the real life Dozier School in Florida that operated for 111 years after which dozens of bodies were uncovered in mass graves on t…
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Joey, Megan, and Clarence are joined by The Contending contributor Mark Johnson to break down the 2025 Golden Globe nominations. Plus, we look at whether or not critics awards matter in the Oscar race and who benefitted most from week one of the critics phase. We close our podcast, as always, with the Flash Forward to the media we’re most anticipat…
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The F Word: Finding calm amidst a Financial crisis – Sophie Lodge
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Did you know that the Social Metrics Commission found the current rate of poverty in the UK to be higher than at any other point in the 21st Century? A staggering 24% (nearly one in four) people in the UK are now judged to be in poverty. That statistic means the impact of the financial crisis is likely to be closer to home than you may originally h…
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Welcome! Yes...LOL it IS episode 63 after all. We have one long, amazing, disaster Christmas story from Danielle, plus another person mistaken for working at a store when they don't and a real gem from listener Laost In Winnipeg. Meet us around the water cooler! Also send in your Christmas stories! Disclaimer This podcast assumes no liability of an…
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Megan caught up to Jon M. Chu’s Wicked, and she loved it. After she raves about Cynthia Erivo’s performances, we break down what works (Those performances! Those musical numbers!), what doesn’t (Wome of the camerawork), and what will likely break through at the 2025 Oscars. Will Wicked star Cynthia Erivo knock out a Best Actress contender? Then, we…
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‘Conclave’ Screenwriter Peter Straughan Adapts Robert Harris’s Novel To Explore the Secret World Of Papal Elections
When approaching his writing projects, Oscar-nominated and BAFTA-winning screenwriter Peter Straughan (Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy) looks for a personal connection to the material. It’s that connection that gives his best work that extra spark, and he often finds it when the projects deal with themes of loyalty and betrayal. Those themes existed at t…
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Inclusive Ride with Janice Jabido | Virtual Water Cooler Chat Podcast Episode 62
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Disclaimer: The content of this discussion is for educational purposes. The opinions expressed here belong solely to Janice Jabido and do not reflect the views of Peloton Interactive. This episode of Virtual Water Cooler Chat features Janice Jabido, Managing Director, IP Litigation & Licensing for Peloton Interactive. Peloton uses technology and de…
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Welcome back! We have two listener stories, one with a jump scare and one with an OMG moment. Danielle brings more spooky stories and we have another Black friday terror tale! There may be a few sound glitches along the way and we are sorry! Also and edit...my memory came back after we recorded and it is a Barbie Castle I was talking about not hous…
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We’ve all seen Gladiator II and have definite opinions on some hot topics, including Denzel Washington, flooding the Colloseum, Paul Mescal, and properly channeling rage. We break down our feelings on Ridley Scott’s latest film and try to figure out where it stands within the Oscar race after good box office but middling critic and audience reviews…
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‘Spellbound’ Composer Alan Menkin, Lyricist Glenn Slater Leverage International Influences For Updated Take On Princess Lore
Eight time Oscar-winning composer and EGOT recipient Alan Menken created some of the greatest film scores in cinematic history. Any composer would be thrilled to have only created the scores to Disney’s animation renaissance unofficial trilogy of The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, and Aladdin. But he did not stop there. His scores range from…
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“Terrifying… What, me?!” – Miranda Williams
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Ever been accused of being a bully? Or of being terrifying? Maybe not. But maybe you have experienced feedback that has shocked you because it was not what you intended. The void between what we want to communicate and how our communication lands can be enormous. Most of us haven't had the opportunity to learn about how we feedback and challenge. A…
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It is Episode 61 and we still still feeling the spooky vibes! We have a hosiptal story and warehouse story that may give you the creeps. A hilarious neighbour fiasco, odd duck at work and Black Friday shopping insanity. Hope you are thirsty! We are starting to get ready for our Christmas Episode so start sending inthose holiday stories! Disclaimer …
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We dive into two major 2025 Oscar contenders: A24’s Anora and Searchlight’s A Real Pain. We review each title and break down key moments of the films. Fair warning: our Anora conversation has a few spoilers, but we give you fair warning before ruining a few key moments of the film. Then, our A Real Pain conversation […] The post Podcast: ‘Anora,’ ‘…
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Jason Reitman’s Saturday Night is a love letter to the counterculture minds that formed one of the longest running television series in history, Saturday Night Live. Reitman creates a deliberately, lovingly chaotic atmosphere packed with visual gags, nostalgic references, sounds, and iconic music that all collaborates to orient the audience in a ve…
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It is the big 6-0! Join us for another mistaken at work story, a bit of a nerve wracking listener story, managers gone wrong and more. Disclaimer This podcast assumes no liability of any errors or omissions from the content of the stories sent in from our listeners or online message boards. These stories are read "as-is" and changes would only be m…
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With film festival season behind us, we wanted to sit back and catch up to some notable titles we’ve loved over the past few weeks. Case in point, Anna Kendrick’s directorial debut, Woman Of the Hour, is an astoundingly accomplished breakthrough from the actress. She frames the story of the serial killer who appeared on The […] The post Podcast: Br…
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Never Just a Survey – Kieran Innes, Stribe
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Fear. Fatigue. Are you stuck in a rut that is littered with surveys? It's often the go-to channel for getting to know what employees think, but there also barriers that can get in the way of these being effective. Fatigue is just one of them. Fear is another. The brave face doesn't simply disappear when presented with written questions to provide o…
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What You Going To DUGH? HUGH? (Ep. 60)
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Join Nick and Marcus as we gather around the Water Cooler and discuss what Hugh Freezes need to do in order to get Auburn Football back. Some special guests will be coming through and joining us around the Water Cooler to discuss other topics around College Football as well. #alabamafootball #rolltide #arkansasfootball #woopig #auburnfootball #ware…
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Episode 59 brings us a terrible waiter, awkward video game shop, insane and scary story at a psych facility, a too funny to be true but it was story and a very sweet mistaken identity type of story to wrap things up. Meet you around the water cooler. Disclaimer This podcast assumes no liability of any errors or omissions from the content of the sto…
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Megan returns from the SCAD Savannah Film Festival fresh with new takes on film, actors, and everything in between. One of the titles she loved at the festival was Jacques Audiard’s Emilia Pérez, so the team discusses that film in a spoiler-free conversation and assess its Oscar chances as well as the Oscar chances of […] The post Podcast: How ‘Emi…
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‘Agatha All Along’ Production Designer John Collins Marches Down, Down, Down His Brilliantly Designed Road [Podcast]
Marching ever forward ‘neath the wooded shrine I stray not from the path. I hold death’s hand in mine. Disney+’s Marvel Television series Agatha All Along wrapped this week with a 2-episode series finale that brought the series to an emotionally satisfying climax. While initially uneven tonally, Agatha eventually settled into an entertaining and co…
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GIVE "27" DA BALL!!! (59th Episode)
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In Episode 59, ick and Marcus unpack Auburn's win against Kentucky and debate wether this kick starts a "new beginning" going forward for Auburn football. Also, the fellas discuss wether Texas A&M is the team to beat in the SEC and can they hold onto to first and make to the title game in Atlanta? #alabamafootball #rolltide #arkansasfootball #woopi…
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Episode 58. The Halloween Episode!
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Welcome to the spooky show! We have some creepy online stories, one from the news and one from a listener so get cozy and get ready to be creeped out! BOO! * Disclaimer This podcast assumes no liability of any errors or omissions from the content of the stories sent in from our listeners or online message boards. These stories are read "as-is" and …
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Megan is off to cover the SCAD Savannah Film Festival, leaving Joey and Clarence to share their favorite “get in the spooky spirit” Halloween media. Then, Joey breaks down the X / Twitter meme culture around (largely) gay Halloween costumes — “What Do You Mean You’re…” Finally, Joey makes a special announcement about a December […] The post Podcast…
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A Chat with the Honorable Kalyan Deshpande with Guest Interviewer Kim Leung | Virtual Water Cooler Chat Episode 61
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Disclaimer: The content of this discussion is for educational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. This episode of Virtual Water Cooler Chat Podcast was recorded on June 18, 2024. Today’s episode of Virtual Water Cooler Chat features guest interviewer Kim Leung, of Counsel at Fish & Richardson, P.C. in conversation with Vice Chief Judge K…
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Welcome to episode 57 where we explore some Gym stories and some spooky stories to get everyone revved up for the upcoming Halloween episode! Disclaimer This podcast assumes no liability of any errors or omissions from the content of the stories sent in from our listeners or online message boards. These stories are read "as-is" and changes would on…
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RACE!!!! (Episode 58)
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This week we discuss is LSU the new team to watch in the conference championship race? Also why should recruits continue to believe in Hugh Freeze as the coach of the future of the Auburn Tigers? Join Nick and Marcus around the Water Cooler as we discuss these topics. #alabamafootball #rolltide #arkansasfootball #woopig #auburnfootball #wareagle #f…
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Mark Johnson returns to wrap our coverage of the Middleburg Film Festival and to talk about changes to our Oscar predictions following festival screenings. Then, Megan previews her coverage of the SCAD Savannah Film Festival. We close our podcast, as always, with the Flash Forward to the media we’re most anticipating in the upcoming week. […] The p…
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Mark Johnson makes his Contending at the Water Cooler podcast debut in a conversation with Joey and Clarence about the first two days of the Middleburg Film Festival. In conversation are Blitz, The Brutalist, The Piano Lesson, Memoir of a Snail, September 5, and Emilia Pérez. It’s always a great time at Middleburg! Join us next […] The post Podcast…
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How is Menopause Impacting your Leadership? – Tammy Gee
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I love Tammy's phrase about wellbeing running through the veins of an organisation. When you achieve that, you are equipped to deal with any conversation that arises. And all because you start by putting people first. That means being vulnerable and stepping into their space to learn about what someone else is experiencing and what they need. 18th …
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CLASH!!! (Episode 57)
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There are some huge clashes this week in the SEC and college football! Come sit around the Water Cooler as Nick and Marcus explore those matchups and pick winners from the slate of Week 8 games in the SEC! #alabamafootball #rolltide #arkansasfootball #woopig #auburnfootball #wareagle #floridafootball #gogators #georgiafootball #godawgs #kentuckyfoo…
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It is Episode 56 and we have some spooky stories to get ready for our Halloween episode coming up! Of course we have a listener story and some more work stories for you. Disclaimer This podcast assumes no liability of any errors or omissions from the content of the stories sent in from our listeners or online message boards. These stories are read …
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Decoding Brand Strategy with McNeal Maddox | Virtual Water Cooler Chat Episode 60
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Today’s episode of Virtual Water Cooler Chat features McNeal Maddox, an independent brand consultant and former Group Director of Brand Strategy at Innovation Protocol, a Los Angeles-based brand strategy consultancy. Legends and stories have always intrigued him, but understanding the deeper meaning contained within them has driven McNeal’s creativ…
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Slayed!!! (Episode 56)
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Nick and Marcus are back around the Water Cooler for Episode 56. In this episode, the fellas discuss the BIGGEST UPSET OF THE YEAR! Also they preview the RED RIVER RIVALRY this weekend against the newcomers of the SEC, Texas and Oklahoma. #alabamafootball #rolltide #arkansasfootball #woopig #auburnfootball #wareagle #floridafootball #gogators #geor…
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Episode 55 is here with more listener and and online stories! A funny movie theatre story, a few shopping incidents ands more. Meet you around the water cooler. Disclaimer This podcast assumes no liability of any errors or omissions from the content of the stories sent in from our listeners or online message boards. These stories are read "as-is" a…
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Happiness for Better Business Results – Isabel Odlin
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"We not only need to work happy, we need to work at being happy." I love that quote by Shawn Achor. So how are you working at that? The Alliance of Independent Agencies have teamed up with Google to host an event that is dedicated to culture and high performance. They recognise that leaders are navigating a rapid pace of change; the way people work…
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Why We Make Bad Decisions at Work: Insights from Dan Ariely
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Ever wonder why people make decisions at work that just don’t make sense? On this episode of Peace at the Watercooler, I’m joined by Dan Ariely, world-renowned professor of psychology and behavioural economics and bestselling author of Predictably Irrational. Dan has spent years researching how and why we make irrational choices, and today, he’s he…
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Epsisode 54. Our 1 year anniversary episode!
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We are so excited that we have been here with you all for a year already! We are so grateful for all your support and stories! We hope you love what we have in store for you today. Meet you around the water cooler for our top story winner and more listener and online stories. Hope you are thirsty! Disclaimer This podcast assumes no liability of any…
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Leveling Up Work Culture with Megan Raymond, Partner, Groombridge Wu Baughman & Stone, LLP | Virtual Water Cooler Chat Episode 59
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This episode of Virtual Water Cooler Chat features Megan F. Raymond, Partner, Groombridge Wu Baughman & Stone, LLP. Megan is one of the top 50 women in Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) trials, representing clients in over 100 post-grant proceedings to date. She also tries patent cases in federal district courts and in the International Trade Co…
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What’s Next for Auburn Football?🏈 (Episode 54)
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In this episode, we dive deep into what's next for Auburn football and what needs to happen to get the Tigers back on track. With an important matchup against Oklahoma on Saturday, we’ll preview the Auburn vs. Oklahoma game and break down key strategies for both teams. Special guest DC Wolf from Auburn Addicts joins the conversation to share his in…
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