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A weekly podcast examining the relationship between entrepreneurship, innovation and policy in the Washington D.C. region. They are stories explaining why local innovation often influences the federal government and are told by a wide variety of voices across demographics and industries.

19/12/2024

Balancing Acts - Fraser Jackson and William Von Hippel

For our final episode of the year, hosts Jonathan Aberman and Mark Walsh look ahead, from a second Trump presidency to the rise of facial recognition. Jonathan sits down with Fraser Jackson, White House Correspondent for France24, to discuss how French leaders are preparing for Trump’s return to power. Plus, in his newest book The Social Paradox, social psychologist William Von Hippel explores the tension between our need for autonomy and our need for connection. He explains why striking that balance is key to innovation. As the holiday season kicks off, hear Jonathan and Mark’s end-of-year media picks to watch this winter break. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

43 min
14/11/2024

Election Year & Asteroid Fears - Richard Latendresse and Robin George Andrews

Hosts Jonathan and Mark talk government regulation, social media, and the pulse in Washington, D.C., from Capitol Hill to outer space. Jonathan Aberman sits down with White House Correspondent Richard Latendresse — calling in from Mar-a-Lago — to discuss president-elect Trump’s new administration, and what his transition can tell us about the next four years. Also, Jonathan chats with author Robin George Andrews about his new book “How to Kill an Asteroid”, a deep-dive into the world of planetary defense and the science protecting us from astronomical threats. And as always, get the scoop on book recommendations and movies of the month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

43 min
24/10/2024

Visions of the Future - Richard Powers & Mineko Abe

This month, we're looking into our crystal ball to consider what our environmental, political, and technological futures might look like. Jonathan Aberman sits down with author Richard Powers to discuss innovation, ecology, and the art of storytelling in his new book Playground. Then, hear from Mineko Abe, producer for Yomiuri Shimbun, who joins us to discuss Japanese perspectives on new technologies and the U.S. presidential election. Hosts Mark and Jonathan also give us their media and culture predictions, from addictive apps to sports rivalries. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

43 min
26/09/2024

Art amid Chaos and Compassion amid Crisis - Sebastian Smee & Nadia Bilbassy

This month’s episode explores how political expression takes shape. Introducing his new book “Paris in Ruins”, Sebastian Smee discusses how Impressionism emerged in a politically chaotic France, bringing democracy and authenticity to art. Then, Nadia Bilbassy, Bureau Chief at Al Arabiya News, describes what it's like to cover the Biden White House for a Middle Eastern audience. She sits down with Jonathan Aberman to consider how empathy and dialogue can build bridges toward peace amid the crisis in Gaza. Plus, hear hosts Mark Walsh and Jonathan Aberman talk sports, electric vehicles, and favorite movies of the month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

43 min
29/08/2024

Wall Street, Weight Loss, and Wealthy Universities

From AI hype to Dolly Parton releases, Jonathan Aberman and Mark Walsh explore this month’s trends in finance, culture, and politics. Also, Jonathan sits down with Paulina Bren, author of “She-Wolves”, to honor the women who defied the odds and left their mark on Wall Street in the 1960s and ‘70s. Drawing on Jonathan’s own experience on Ozempic, Jonathan and Mark then discuss the reality of life on the medication, and what it might mean for the future of American healthcare. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

43 min
01/08/2024

Powered by the People - Corey Brettschneider

Longer episodes, deeper dives! In our new one hour format, hosts Jonathan Aberman and Mark Walsh explore new trends, share media recommendations, and interview author Corey Brettschneider. "The Presidents and the People: Five Leaders Who Threatened Democracy and the Citizens Who Fought to Defend It" examines how citizen movements have resisted presidential abuses of power by appealing to a democratic understanding of the Constitution. From Ida B. Wells to Daniel Ellsberg, American citizens have brought the United States back from the precipice at crucial moments in our nation's history. Aberman and Brettschneider discuss how that resonates today and where to find hope for restoring a fragile democracy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

43 min
25/04/2024

Lessons on Earth and Life on Mars - Kelly Weinersmith

Exploring and settling outer space may seem like the ultimate form of entrepreneurship – but is it a realistic ambition? Drawing from her latest book "A City on Mars", Kelly Weinersmith sits down with Jonathan to discuss the hurdles we face in our journey to space, from human physiology to resource governance. So human life on Mars is still far-fetched, but we can learn a lot about our planet and our future from outside Earth's orbit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

28 min
18/04/2024

Is Entrepreneurship Overrated? - Benjamin Waterhouse

"Being your own boss" isn't just about getting rich and being independent. In his latest book “One Day I’ll Work for Myself", author and historian Benjamin Waterhouse separates the allure from the illusions of self-employment. He takes a hard look at the mythology of entrepreneurship, from colonial America and the digital revolution of the 1980s to today. His advice? Look beyond the hype and make sure you're seeking purpose and fulfillment in working for yourself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

28 min

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29/03/2017

WH Correspondent

As a podcast addict, I listen to tens of them each week. Signed up to W'sWinW to see if I could learn something more, something new about the city I adopted over a decade ago. Yes, indeed. W'sWinW describes well how dynamic a city Washington has become. Want to hear more!
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13/03/2017

D.C. Biz

Love this show... smart people who are plugged in to the pulse of D.C.

A weekly podcast examining the relationship between entrepreneurship, innovation and policy in the Washington D.C. region. They are stories explaining why local innovation often influences the federal government and are told by a wide variety of voices across demographics and industries.