Best Ian Sanders Podcasts (2025)

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Cold War Short Stories Ep 1 (413) 16:20

15m ago16:20

16:20

Welcome to a new type of episode I'm calling Cold War Short Stories — a collection of stories from our listeners and social media followers. These are fascinating Cold War tales that may not fill a full episode, but are far too good to leave untold. So keep them coming! Your Cold War memories, or those of a loved one, are part of history. Share the…

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Korea: War Without End (412) 1:13:44

3d ago1:13:44

1:13:44

The Korean War is often called "the forgotten war"—a brutal, complex conflict that claimed millions of lives but has largely faded from public memory, particularly in the West. Yet its consequences are still very much with us today, shaping the geopolitical fault lines on the Korean peninsula and beyond. In their latest book, Korea : War Without En…

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Bobby Omelettes And The Dolby Rumbler (ft. guests Alex Cox and Ralph Ineson) 1:43:52

3d ago1:43:52

1:43:52

Do not adjust your speakers, or your headphones. Yes, Ralph Ineson's voice really is that deep and sonorous. And in this week's Empire Podcast, Chris Hewitt sits down with the actor who plays the planet-eating entity, Galactus, in next week's The Fantastic Four: First Steps, and talks about how his voice is his passport. [1:04:38 - 1:20:16 approx] …

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Howard Megdal on his Caitlin Clark book, Clark's popularity, WNBA growth, and more 48:32

4d ago48:32

48:32

Host Brandon Contes interviews founder of The IX newsletter, The Next, and author of "Becoming Caitlin Clark," Howard Megdal. With the WNBA All-Star Game coming up, Brandon and Howard discuss his new book along with a wide range of topics including Caitlin Clark's talent and her rise in popularity, how the media covers Clark, the WNBA's role and it…

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The Shameless Plug #5: Tron Ares, Light-Up Covers, And More 43:45

4d ago43:45

43:45

This month's episode of The Shameless Plug sees Chris Hewitt sit down with Empire editor, Nick de Semlyen, for a deep dive into the latest issue of Empire magazine, which just happens to have a limited edition light-up cover to commemorate our latest cover movie, Tron Ares. Together, our dynamic duo discuss the art of the cover line, their favourit…

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Will A.I. Kill The Role Of The Middle Manager? 44:05

8d ago44:05

44:05

Summary Frank and Ian discuss the evolving landscape of employment in the age of AI, focusing on the distinction between generalists and specialists. They explore the impact of AI on job security, the rise of Facebook as a case study in business success, and the importance of technical expertise in navigating the workforce. The conversation emphasi…

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The Night a Nuclear Missile Exploded: A Firsthand Account of Survival (411) 1:18:59

10d ago1:18:59

1:18:59

In this gripping episode, we hear the harrowing account of Greg Devlin, a former US Air Force technician who barely survived a catastrophic explosion at a Titan II nuclear missile silo in 1980. He shares his journey from enlisting in the Air Force, the challenges he faced, and the fateful night that changed his life forever. Greg vividly describes …

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Where's The Cueball Going? (ft. guests, David Corenswet and Joseph Kosinski) 1:32:25

10d ago1:32:25

1:32:25

This week's episode of the Empire Podcast is dominated by bald baddies. Namely, a group discussion of the hairless horrors who have been tormenting do-gooders in all kinds of movies throughout the years. But also, our very own James Dyer, whose unexplained absence from the podbooth has Chris Hewitt, Helen O'Hara, and Alex Godfrey speculating wildly…

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#26: How AI Accelerates Drug Development - Patrick Leung 57:03

11d ago57:03

57:03

In this episode of The Deep View Conversations, we sit down with Patrick Leung, CTO of Faro Health — a startup using artificial intelligence to streamline and reimagine clinical trials. What began as a push to speed up drug development turned into something bigger: a mission to reduce suffering, elevate consciousness, and reshape how we think about…

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Dave Sims on being voice of the Yankees, torpedo bats, Boomer Esiason, and more 48:22

11d ago48:22

48:22

Host Brandon Contes interviews Yankees radio play-by-play broadcaster Dave Sims. Brandon and Dave discuss a wide range of topics including replacing John Sterling as voice of the Yankees, the public overreaction of torpedo bats, responding to Boomer Esiason's criticism of taking a series off in May, and more. -1:49: Yankees talk, TV and radio -8:06…

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How To Say No Like A Pro (Without Being Offensive) 51:48

15d ago51:48

51:48

Ian and Frank explore the complexities of saying no in both personal and professional contexts. They share humorous anecdotes, delve into the psychology behind our reluctance to decline requests, and discuss the importance of setting boundaries. The conversation highlights famous examples of individuals who have successfully navigated the art of sa…

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The Cold War Origins of the War in Ukraine (410) 57:51

17d ago57:51

57:51

The legacy of the Cold War in Europe continues to impact present day events, most notably in Ukraine. In this episode I speak with author Stephan Kieninger about his new book Securing Peace in Europe - Strobe Talbott, NATO, and Russia After the Cold War. Talbott was a key figure in US President Clinton’s administration playing a pivotal role in sha…

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Are We The Baddies? (ft. guests Mahershala Ali & Rupert Friend, David Cronenberg, Gerard Johnstone) 1:58:21

17d ago1:58:21

1:58:21

This week's Empire Podcast sees Chris Hewitt sit down for a pre-lunch chat about dinosaurs and sandwiches with Jurassic World Rebirth stars, Mahershala Ali and Rupert Friend, [25:28 - 36:36 approx] while Mike Muncer goes deep with the legendary David Cronenberg, as the Canadian director marks the release of one of his most personal films yet, The S…

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#25: AI, Voice, and the Shifting Human Experience - Russ d'Sa 1:05:31

19d ago1:05:31

1:05:31

In this episode of The Deep View Conversations, we sit down with Russ d'Sa, founder and CEO of LiveKit — the open-source infrastructure powering voice mode for OpenAI, Character.AI, and a fast-emerging voice-first internet. Russ walks us through how a pandemic side project evolved into the nervous system for the next generation of AI-powered voice …

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Tim Legler on NBA coverage, Damian Lillard, LeBron James, and more 55:52

18d ago55:52

55:52

Host Brandon Contes interviews ESPN NBA analyst and host of "The ALL NBA Podcast" Tim Legler. Brandon and Tim discuss a wide range of topics including how things like three point shooting and physicality in the NBA has changed since he played in the 90s, working at ESPN, the opportunity Damian Lillard has after being waived by the Milwaukee Bucks, …

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Black Sabbath w/ Matt Gray 2:00:53

20d ago2:00:53

2:00:53

The Skippables are taking a break! But before we go on vacation we had to have our generals gathered in their masses by having Matt Gray back on to talk about Black Sabbath - the Ozzy years. Will this discography take them to Heaven or Hell? The must Master their Reality and rise above the Sabotage in order to find their most skippable song!…

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Annabelle Leigh with Lindsey Leonard 48:14

22d ago48:14

48:14

Flight attendant Annabelle Leigh meets a lot of people but still struggles with interpersonal communication. But why she would ever think that Sigmund Fraud of a therapist Ian Herrin could help her is BEYOND me! The guy's a therapy Karen at best! He deserves no poetry in his honor!! Ah, you've found the part I've left a piece of myself behind in, t…

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The End of East Germany: A Communist Family’s Journey Through Change (409) 1:06:41

24d ago1:06:41

1:06:41

This is the story of a Communist family in East Germany whose world was turned upside down by the implosion of the GDR. The story is told by Katja Hesse, whose father was a Vice Admiral in the Volksmarine, the East German Navy. We start the episode with Katja crossing into West Berlin on the night of 9th November 1989 and journey through the emotio…

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The Empire Podcast: The Movie (with guests Damson Idris, and Ivanna Sakhno) 1:48:08

24d ago1:48:08

1:48:08

This week's episode of the Empire Podcast sees Chris Hewitt break out the bleep machine for a particularly sweary chat with M3GAN 2.0 star, the delightful Ivanna Sakhno, [1:10:44 - 1:23:01 approx] and quietly judge the football team of Damson Idris, star of F1. [24:51 - 37:46 approx] Or F1: The Movie, to give it its full marketing moniker, which in…

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#24: What Makes Machine Translation Work? - Olga Beregovaya 57:24

29d ago57:24

57:24

Boost your CRM with Salesforce – tdv.co/sf In this episode of The Deep View Conversations, we explore the world of machine translation and artificial intelligence with Olga Beregovaya — Smartling’s VP of Machine Translation and Artificial Intelligence. Olga takes us through the evolution of machine translation, from rule-based systems to statistica…

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How To Find And Keep Your Perfect Mentor 1:08:10

29d ago1:08:10

1:08:10

Ian and Frank delve into the significance of mentorship in personal and professional development. They share personal anecdotes about their mentors, discuss the psychology behind mentorship, and explore the dynamics of mentor-mentee relationships. The conversation emphasizes the importance of finding the right mentor, the role of self-interest in m…

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The Spy in the KGB Archive (408) 59:44

1M ago59:44

59:44

The story of how one man—a librarian for the KGB—became a traitor to the intelligence agency, stealing the most prized Soviet-era archives and smuggling them to the West. Historian and journalist Gordon Corera whose new book “The Spy in the Archive” tells the remarkable story of how Vasili Mitrokhin—an introverted archivist who loved nothing more t…

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Mona Lisa Episode IV: A New Hope (ft. guests Julianne Moore & Michael Pearce, Ralph Fiennes & Jodie Comer) 1:48:56

1M ago1:48:56

1:48:56

It's another packed episode of the Empire Podcast, the show that dares to ask the big questions: isn't the Mona Lisa just a woman sitting down? Who's the richest Northern Irish person? Can you buy stocks in Glen Powell? Join the pod team — Chris Hewitt, Helen O'Hara, James Dyer, and Amon Warmann — as they tackle those questions, discuss the origina…

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Jay Bilas on Cooper Flagg, NIL, NBA Draft, and more 55:18

1M ago55:18

55:18

Host Brandon Contes interviews ESPN college basketball and NBA analyst Jay Bilas. Brandon and Jay discuss a wide range of topics including Cooper Flagg going from Duke to the NBA Draft, the future of NIL amid the House vs. NCAA settlement, practicing law while being a broadcaster, and more. -:45: Cooper Flagg -14:47: Oklahoma City Thunder -16:37: N…

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Going Deep With Colin Trevorrow: An Empire Podcast Interview Special 32:55

1M ago32:55

32:55

In our latest Empire Podcast interview special, Chris Hewitt sits down (in a swanky London hotel room) with Colin Trevorrow, the director of Jurassic World and Safety Not Guaranteed, to talk about Trevorrow's latest movie, the Prime Video comedy Deep Cover, which he produced and co-wrote. But that's not all — Trevorrow also talks about his choices …

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The Shameless Plug #4 45:21

1M ago45:21

45:21

The Shameless Plug — the show in which Chris Hewitt and Empire editor Nick de Semlyen sit down and do a deep dive into the contents of the latest issue of Empire — is back, folks, and this one really is fantastic. That's because this month's cover story is The Fantastic Four: First Steps, which inspires Chris and Nick to talk about some of their se…

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What Big Businesses Can Learn From Startups: A Lesson From "Banana Ball" 54:41

1M ago54:41

54:41

Frank and Ian explore the themes of rule-breaking and innovation in business, particularly through the lens of technology and customer engagement. They discuss the importance of staying relevant in a rapidly changing world, using the example of the Savannah Bananas, a baseball team that has successfully reinvented the game to attract a new audience…

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Memories of an East German Naval Officer's Family (407) 1:15:32

1M ago1:15:32

1:15:32

Katja Hesse, daughter of Vice Admiral Gustav Hesse of the East German Navy, shares her deeply personal story of growing up behind the Iron Curtain. In this fascinating conversation, Katja provides rare insights into life in the GDR as the child of a high-ranking officer— from an idyllic childhood in privileged housing to working at the Grand Hotel …

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Yes, And/Yes, Andor (with guests Jack Lowden, Bryce Dallas Howard, Nick Mohammed & Orlando Bloom) 1:44:41

1M ago1:44:41

1:44:41

This week's episode of the Empire Podcast sees Chris Hewitt sit down in person with Deep Cover stars, Bryce Dallas Howard, Orlando Bloom, and Nick Mohammed, to talk about their experiences playing improvisers who go undercover as fake cops;[1:00:00 - 1:15:52 approx] and on Zoom with Tornado and Slow Horses star, Jack Lowden. [26:15 - 39:20 approx] …

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Noah Eagle on Ian Eagle, 'NBA on NBC,' Michael Jordan, and more 58:31

1M ago58:31

58:31

Host Brandon Contes interviews "NBA on NBC" and "Big Ten Saturday Night" voice Noah Eagle. Brandon and Noah discuss a wide range of topics including how dad Ian Eagle is outside the broadcast booth, how the "NBA on NBC" will combine nostalgia with the current NBA product, being co-workers with Michael Jordan, working the Olympics with Dwyane Wade, …

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Kyle MacLachlan And Mark Frost On Twin Peaks And David Lynch: An Empire Podcast Interview Special 58:00

1M ago58:00

58:00

Here's a damn fine special episode of the Empire Podcast for you to enjoy. We're in the grip of Twin Peaks fever all over again — the seminal David Lynch/Mark Frost TV show is being celebrated this Sunday (June 15th) at the BFI Southbank in London with a special 35mm print screening of the show's pilot, and if that weren't enough, every single epis…

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#23: Reclaiming Truth in the Age of Algorithms - Brinleigh Murphy-Reuter 59:13

1M ago59:13

59:13

In this episode of The Deep View Conversations, we dive into the chaotic world of social media, misinformation, and the growing need for scientific credibility with Brinleigh Murphy Reuter — founder of the Harvard-incubated nonprofit, Science to People. Brinleigh unpacks why it’s become so hard to find accurate health and science information online…

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Why Interest Rates Won't Save The Real Estate Market This Time 52:48

1M ago52:48

52:48

In this conversation, Ian Mathews and Frank Cava discuss the current state of the real estate market, focusing on the impact of rising interest rates, builder strategies, and buyer psychology. They explore market trends, the challenges faced by builders, and the importance of adapting to changing conditions. The discussion also touches on governmen…

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Gorbachev - The Man Who Ended An Empire (406) 1:10:28

1M ago1:10:28

1:10:28

In the annals of history, few leaders have faced the monumental challenges that Mikhail Gorbachev encountered when he rose to power in the Soviet Union in 1985. His ascent came at a time when the nation was grappling with stagnation, disillusionment, and an economy on the brink of collapse. Gorbachev, the youngest General Secretary in Soviet histor…

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An Award-Losing Podcast (with guests Jai Courtney, Ian McShane, Dean DeBlois) 1:57:01

1M ago1:57:01

1:57:01

This week's episode of the freshly award-losing Empire Podcast sees the podteam lick their wounds after a demoralising defeat in the Best Podcast (Consumer) category at the BSMEs earlier in the week. How do they do this? By talking about movies, of course, as they discuss the week's news (a load of trailers, and a potential new James Cameron movie)…

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Arctic Monkeys w/ Harpinder Mann 1:41:06

2M ago1:41:06

1:41:06

Do I wanna Skip?? This week, we’re diving deep into the Arctic Monkeys' discography with special guest Harpinder Mann a yoga instructor and author with a brand new book out! Will we be asking to Snap out of it? Or will we be saying to the music: R U Mine?? Whatever happens, we WILL find their most skippable song... Buy Harpinder's book! https://www…

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Wade Eastwood On The Stunts Of Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning: An Empire Podcast Interview Special 41:20

2M ago41:20

41:20

Whether it's Tom Cruise risking his neck underwater, or above ground while clinging to the wing of a biplane, Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning is filled with stunts that might just turn your hair white. That's if you don't lose it completely. That's just one of the side effects discussed in this Empire Podcast interview special, as the fil…

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The Motley Crue Mindset: Why You Should Lean Into Your Darkest Moments 43:30

2M ago43:30

43:30

Summary In this conversation, Ian and Frank explore various themes surrounding resilience, trauma, and success, using the song 'Kickstart My Heart' by Motley Crue as a focal point. They discuss the importance of personal stories in business, the role of trauma in shaping successful individuals, and the necessity of reinvention in a constantly chang…

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Policing the Berlin Wall with the Royal Military Police (405) 1:24:06

2M ago1:24:06

1:24:06

Simon Wood served in the British Army’s Royal Military Police in Berlin during the1980s. He describes the unique challenges he faced patrolling the Berlin Wall and policing British troops in the divided city. Discover the political tensions, the camaraderie with fellow soldiers, and the surreal moments such as being present at the post-mortem of Hi…

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Starting In The Middle (with guests Jesse Armstrong, Tim Key, Tom Basden & Carey Mulligan) 1:53:44

2M ago1:53:44

1:53:44

This week's episode of the Empire Podcast sees the podteam — Chris Hewitt, Helen O'Hara, James Dyer and Alex Godfrey — get to grips with the definition of in media res, as they discuss some of their favourite films that throw you right into the action. Elsewhere, they talk about the week's movie news, pay tribute to Empire's founding editor Barry M…

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Mike Greenberg on Michael Jordan, 'Inside the NBA,' Shedeur Sanders, and more 1:00:44

2M ago1:00:44

1:00:44

Host Brandon Contes interviews ESPN's "Get Up!" and "Sunday NFL Countdown" host Mike Greenberg. Brandon and Mike discuss a wide range of topics including covering Michael Jordan in the early 90s, how "Inside the NBA" will do on ESPN, ESPN's strategy in covering Shedeur Sanders during the 2025 NFL Draft, and more. -:48: Growing up a Knicks fan -2:10…

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Pixies w/ Sophie Prettyman-Beauchamp 1:41:12

2M ago1:41:12

1:41:12

Hey! Been dying to skip you! This week we ride the wave of skipulation with special guest musician Sophie Prettyman-Beauchamp to dissect the discography of the Pixies. Will they be asking themselves: "Where is my Mind? or will the music send them off on Holiday? Whatever happens we WILL find their most skippable song!…

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#22: AI in Healthcare: Trust, Adoption & the "Last Mile" - Pelu Tran 1:02:45

2M ago1:02:45

1:02:45

In this episode of The Deep View Conversations, we dive into the complex intersection of artificial intelligence and healthcare with Pelu Tran, co-founder and CEO of Ferrum Health. Pelu shares his deeply personal motivation behind founding Ferrum, why AI adoption in healthcare is slow, and how Ferrum aims to solve the “last mile” problem of bringin…

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Our Final Weekend With Warren Buffett In Omaha 1:34:02

2M ago1:34:02

1:34:02

With the recent news that Warren Buffett is stepping down as CEO, Frank and Ian recount their last trip to see the Oracle of Omaha.

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"The aircraft exploded and the cockpit filled with fire" - Korean skies to the brutal Vietnam War (404) 1:28:05

2M ago1:28:05

1:28:05

Colonel Robert J. Graham, USAF (Ret.), was more than a fighter pilot—he was a leader, a warrior, and a witness to one of the most complex conflicts in modern history. From the chaotic early days of guerrilla warfare in Vietnam to the bureaucratic maze that engulfed the later years, Colonel Graham's four combat tours reveal the triumphs and tragedie…

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Christopher McQuarrie on The Final Reckoning, Benicio del Toro & Michael Cera on The Phoenician Scheme, Tony Gilroy on Andor s2 (spoilers), and Cannes You Dig It? 1:58:45

2M ago1:58:45

1:58:45

This week's episode of the Empire Podcast sees Chris Hewitt mark the release of Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning by doing a non-spoiler, non-epic (less than 20 minutes!) chat with that film's director, the legendarily loquacious Christopher McQuarrie, [26:00 - 43:06 approx] and have a lovely natter with the stars of the new Wes Anderson fi…

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James Hinchcliffe on Indy 500, Danica Patrick, Roger Penske, and more 28:06

2M ago28:06

28:06

Host Brandon Contes interviews Fox IndyCar analyst and 2016 Indy 500 pole sitter James Hinchcliffe. With the 2025 Indy 500 approaching, Brandon and James discuss a wide range of topics including taking risks even after a near-fatal crash, working with Danica Patrick, how the series is going with Roger Penske owning a team as well as IndyCar, and mo…

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The Shameless Plug #3: Jurassic World Rebirth And Other Animals 39:22

2M ago39:22

39:22

The Shameless Plug — the show in which Chris Hewitt and Empire editor, Nick de Semlyen, sit down and talk you through the latest issue of Empire — is back for its third episode, folks. This one is dedicated to issue 441 of Empire (on sale now at all good, evil, and virtual newsagents), which features Jurassic World Rebirth on the cover, and Nick ta…

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#21: ZeroEyes: The AI Weapon Detection System Protecting Public Safety - Sam Alaimo 52:46

2M ago52:46

52:46

In this gripping episode, we dive into the life-saving mission behind ZeroEyes, a pioneering company using artificial intelligence to detect visible weapons before shots are fired. The Deep View Team sits down with co-founder and Chief Revenue Officer Sam Alaimo, a former Navy SEAL, to explore how a tragic school shooting and military discipline in…

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5 Career-Killing Mistakes of Shedeur Sanders: How You Can Avoid Overplaying Your Hand 43:34

2M ago43:34

43:34

Ian and Frank explore themes of expectation versus reality, the impact of arrogance in applying for a position, and the importance of humility in both sports and business. The discussion highlights the lessons that can be learned from Sanders' experience during the 2025 NFL Draft process. Chapters 03:28 Shadour Sanders: The Legacy of a Star 06:35 T…

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