What does SLC Mayor Mendenhall’s pick for police chief say about her vision for policing? Host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Emily Means discuss. Plus, an opportunity for parks lovers, and is Salt Lake really the 7th best capital city? 

Background: Last week, SLCPD Chief Mike Brown announced he was stepping down.

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Introducing Part 2 – How Video Games Helped Pave the Way for AI in Medicine from Science Will Win.

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Last episode discussed data and how crucial large swaths of data are in assisting drug development. But more data requires a lot of storage – and that’s where hardware comes in. To make use of big data and all its possibilities, scientists need new tools at their disposal. In this episode, host Jeremiah Owyang, alongside expert guests, traces the rise of large-scale computational resources used throughout the medical industry today.

Featured Guests:
–Daniel Ziemek, Vice President of Integrative Biology and Systems Immunology at Pfizer
–Enoch Huang, Head of Machine Learning and Computational Sciences at Pfizer
–Tor Aamodt, professor at the University of British Columbia

Season 4 of Science Will Win is created by Pfizer and hosted by Jeremiah Owyang, entrepreneur, investor, and tech industry analyst. It’s produced by Wonder Media Network.

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Salt Lake City has more households with dogs than children. We don't want to imagine life without our furry friends, but do you know what to do if your dog dies? Wendy Sorensen of Forever Loved Pets joins host Ali Vallarta to answer frequently asked questions about the next steps and how to prepare to say goodbye. 

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Introducing Oprah Picks Your Next Cozy Read | The Oprah Podcast from The Oprah Podcast.

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In this episode of Oprah’s Book Club: Presented by Starbucks, Oprah and author Eric Puchner discuss his newest book "Dream State" - a novel New York Times bestselling author Elin Hildebrand calls “an absolute masterpiece.” Set in Montana, Oprah’s 111th book club pick is a page turner and emotional rollercoaster that spans 50 years in the lives of college friends starting in the early 1990s. As we witness this tight circle experience friendship, a love triangle, marriage, raising kids aging and death, the novel evokes powerful questions about what really matters in life.

For this conversation, Eric and Oprah are joined by a live audience enjoying Matcha Lattes in a Starbucks cafe in the iconic Empire State Building.

Eric talks about character development, his writing process and his thought-provoking depiction of friendship, marriage and parenting while taking questions from the audience of avid readers.

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Two huge union stories have dominated local news this year. Whether you picketed with the PC ski patrollers or protested Utah’s anti-union bill, the energy around organized labor is palpable. But it hasn’t always been that way. University of Utah labor historian Matt Basso joins host Ali Vallarta to explain the ebb and flow of union popularity through the years and what he thinks the future holds for workplaces.

Required listening: Hear what an SLC firefighter has to say about the union bill. 

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Introducing The 3 Things EVERY Human Wants with Esther Perel | The Oprah Podcast from The Oprah Podcast.

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In this episode of The Oprah Podcast, presented by Ulta Beauty, world renowned relationship therapist Esther Perel offers her profound insight on modern romance, and what we can do to feel more alive in all our relationships – not just the romantic ones.

With wisdom gained as a therapist and from her hit podcast, Where Should We Begin? with Esther Perel, Esther offers frank sexual advice along with her thoughts on dealing with betrayal, life transitions and relational burn out. Couples and individuals will join via Zoom to hear Esther do what she does best: reveal the hidden truth beyond the stories we tell. She’ll also discuss her ingenious conversation-starter card game, “Where Should We Begin? A Game of Stories by Esther Perel.”

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The cost of living has gone up, and boy, have our wallets felt it. But in a world where tipping is a standard practice, how much should we be adding to the tab? Alexi Fisher, owner of the Hammered Copper bar service and Cocktail Collective, joins host Ali Vallarta to guide us through the do’s and don’ts of tipping and explain what it would take to get rid of it completely. 

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Introducing Scott Galloway: The BIGGEST Money Mistake That’s Keeping You Broke! from On Purpose with Jay Shetty.

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What’s your biggest money mistake?

In today’s episode, Jay welcomes Scott Galloway, one of the most insightful voices in personal finance and wealth creation. If you've been struggling to make ends meet, wondering why you're not earning enough, or seeking financial security, this conversation is a must-listen.

Jay and Scott kick off by exploring the surprising reasons why 30-year-olds are earning less than expected. They dive into the practical steps individuals can take to change their financial trajectory, discussing topics like saving, investing, and overcoming mental blocks to making money.

Scott emphasizes the importance of financial literacy, encouraging listeners to start conversations about money and investments. He also challenges conventional wisdom, suggesting that pursuing talent over passion might be the key to financial success.

In this interview, you'll learn:

Why 30-year-olds are earning less and how to break the cycle

Practical strategies for saving and investing

How to overcome mental blocks to making money

Why talent trumps passion in achieving financial success

How to rewire your stressful relationship with money

Effective communication strategies for discussing money in relationships

If you've felt frustrated, stuck, or uncertain about your financial future, remember this: taking control of your financial health is within your reach. With this conversation, you'll gain the insights and practical advice needed to transform your relationship with money.

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Jay Shetty.

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What we discuss:

00:00 Intro

02:00 Why Are 30-year-olds Earning Less?

06:07 What Can They Do To Change This For Themselves?

10:52 How Do I Save? 

16:19 What Blocks Us From Making Money? 

22:39 Should Young People Aspire For The American Dream? 

25:02 Financial Security: What To Pursue

31:35 Rewiring Your Stressful Relationship With Money

38:03 Communicate About Money In Healthy Relationships

41:03 Talent Over Passion

45:52 Finding Your Talent

49:26 Every Experience Is An Added Skill

55:22 Forgive Yourself

59:15 Prioritizing And Evaluating Your Efforts 

01:03:23 Building A “Great” Mindset

01:08:29 The Financial Content

01:12:49 Summary

01:13:41 Scott on Final Five

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Big cop news in Salt Lake City this week: Police Chief Mike Brown is stepping down, and the Legislature wants to send in state police to tackle crime and homelessness. Host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Emily Means connect the dots and question why the state is so obsessed with the city. Plus, the X-Games are coming to town, viral FrontRunner video, and luxury rents in Sugar House.

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Introducing Part 1 – The Data Revolution from Science Will Win.

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The intersection of biology and technology is revolutionizing drug discovery. In this episode, host Jeremiah Owyang and expert guests explore the crucial role of data in advancing medical science, from the serendipitous discoveries of the past to the cutting-edge techniques of today. They delve into the history of drug development, the rise of "omics," and the innovative single-cell sequencing that is transforming our understanding of the human body for the benefit of drug discovery. Today, scientists are using vast amounts of data to fuel artificial intelligence models, in the quest for new and better medicines.

Featured Guests:
– James Lowe, Research Fellow at the University of Exeter
– Kellie Kravarik, Associate Research Fellow and Cellular Genomics Group Leader for Systems Immunology at Pfizer
– Miguel Garcia-Sancho, Lecturer and Researcher at the University of Edinburgh

Season 4 of Science Will Win is created by Pfizer and hosted by Jeremiah Owyang, entrepreneur, investor, and tech industry analyst. It’s produced by Wonder Media Network.

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