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Mar 13, 2024

This week, we chat with actor and filmmaker Steve Lichtenstein, creator and star of Never Too Late—a sci-fi short delving into AI, climate change, and the human experience.  Steve shares his inspirations, the acting and filmmaking journey, and why he believes storytelling can spark thought and change.

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Feb 12, 2024

This week, Dan engages in a conversation with Robin Bose, India's leading golf journalist.  Dan and Robin delve into the transformative impact of LIV Golf and the implications of the proposed merger between the PGA Tour and the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF).

Interview highlights:

  1. LIV Golf's Genesis: Robin Bose...


Feb 7, 2024

This week, Dan chats with Jason Hamilton, aka "the Nerdy Novelist," as he exposes us to the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and creative writing.  Jason discusses the dynamic nature of AI tools like Pseudorite and Chat GPT, highlighting their evolving capabilities and the challenges they pose, such as...


Jan 18, 2024

In this episode, Tahani Mustafa, Senior Palestine Analyst for the International Crisis Group, provides insights into the multifaceted Gaza conflict. From the grim reality under military occupation to the complexities of Hamas's rise and the questionable viability of a two-state solution, we delve into the duration...


Jan 3, 2024

This week, Dan chats with Steven Heydemann, who serves as the Director of Middle East Studies at Smith College.

We cover the following topics:

  • Understanding Middle Eastern Conflicts:

    • The intricacies of Palestinian-Israeli relations, dissecting Hamas and the PLO differences.
    • China's and Russia's roles in the...