The Axis Effect

This week, GNW and Mick Mulroy discuss the recent House hearing held regarding the U.S.’s recently wrapped withdrawal of Afghanistan. Ending an over two-decade occupation, Mulroy and the Mavens discuss many of the challenges faced in this period, worries about domestic terrorism, and what it all means for the future of the United States. 

This week, the Media Mavens meet up with Bryan Biniak, CEO and founder of ConnectedTravel.

Spending over two decades in the mobile industry, Biniak formerly served as the EIR at NGP Capital before forming ConnectedTravel in 2016. Dedicated to creating an original experience via automobile, ConnectedTravel creates an experience that allows for passengers to engage in different activities (such as playing games and watching videos) which lead them to finding discounted experiences near their current location. Attracting companies like Lego and DC Comics, Biniak explained that this application helps drivers focus on driving while passengers can find exciting new ways to find relevant activities for the whole group to enjoy. 

With the Mavens, Biniak explains how ConnectedTravel differs from similar companies, how companies utilize digital advertising connect with people and how the general car-user experience is continuing to involve.

Tune in this week to learn about “The Power of Tech: Next Generation of a Connected Lifestyle” and how ConnectedTravel is changing the automobile experience!

This week, the Media Mavens meet up with Michael Kaliski, CEO of Good Planet.

Always busy trying to help ensure cleaner innovation, a cleaner planet and more sustainable life, Kaliski spoke with the Mavens about an in-depth look at his current projects working with studios and large events to help contain waste, recycle whats needed and to find more innovative ways to manage keeping massive dumping of trash and waste in the landfills in order to leave cleaner footprint.

"Starbucks, for example is all plastic so not compostable so everything ends up in a landfill why I encourage using a reusable cups to avoid extra waste" Stated Kaliski.

Tune in this week to learn about “Cleaner Innovation for Cleaner World ” and how important it is to ensure a more sustainable and cleaner future.

This week, GCW, Mick Mulroy and Kenneth E. Tovo, former U.S. Army Lt. General discuss the latter two’s nearly-20 year old report on irregular warfare in Northern Iraq, revealing many of the U.S.’s most effective strategies employed within the Middle East. For easily GCW’s most exciting installment yet, tune in to “The Power of One: The Price of Freedom."

This week, the Media Mavens meet up with Emiliano Reprah, Explorer and Writer at Discovery Inc.

Born in Mexico and raised in Washington, D.C., Ruprah has developed a lifelong passion for wildlife and protecting both dying species and vanishing human cultures. Traveling across the world, Ruprah has worked on a variety of conservation series for National Geographic, citing Crittercam as his first love. A member of the Explorers Club, Ruprah has made some exciting documentaries, putting himself in the line of fire with “War Tourist” and most recently, “NOMADAS,” a beautifully shot nature documentary for Smithsonian Chanel. 

Always busy, Ruprah spoke with the Mavens from the Mayan Jungle, in the midst of finding ways to help protect a dying jaguar population. With the Mavens, Ruprah discusses conflict zones, an in-depth look at his current project, working in a battlefield and the moral dilemma in major companies taking resources from dying out societies. “You can’t expect these people to sacrifice their livelihood for what we want.” Ruprah said.

Tune in this week to learn about “Finding Humanity in Global Culture” and what goes on within Mexico’s exciting biodiversity!

This week, the Media Mavens meet up with Claudio Monesi, Operations Manager and Dive Master at Infinity Divers Aqua Center.

Hailing from Italy, Monesi has travelled the world for over a decade pursuing his passions in the diving industry, with his travels including Thailand, Mexico, and Australia. Now, he’s spent his last few years residing in Roatán.

With the Mavens, Monesi discusses a career in the diving industry, different types of diving, important diving tips, and his excitement to soon be diving with whales

Anyone who’s found themselves fascinated in the world of diving-whether it be wanting to get into the activity or the industry-must tune in to “Life Aquatic: Finding Solace 60 Meters Deep” to learn so much about the exciting pastime!

This week, the Media Mavens meet up with artist Tommy Tejeda.

Spending a lifetime in his craft, Tejeda started drawing comic books in Argentina at the age of 16, before going to work on a variety of superhero cartoons in the 1990s, including “Batman Beyond” and “Justice League.” Now, he’s spent over a decade working one of television’s most iconic cartoons: “The Simpsons,” where he currently serves on as the Lead Designer. Even before becoming the show's Lead Designer, he had time with many jobs on the beloved show starting as a layout artist before moving on to storyboards, assistant directing and character designer to name a few. 

With the Mavens, Tejeda discusses his exciting resume, the variety of methods he is able to paint and some his upcoming gallery. “I’ve got 22 pieces, I’m working on 9 simultaneously.” Tejeda said.

Tune in this week to learn about “Bringing Characters to Life” and what goes in to animating your favorite cartoons!

This week, the Media Mavens talk with Erik Keosky-Smith, Chief Growth Officer of Hownd.

Playing a significant role in B2B and B2C marketing, Keosky-Smith has been with Hownd the past few years, with a major focus on “Fun, Yum and Zen” companies. Taking a riskier approach, Keosky-Smith and the rest of Hownd are all about giving clients minimal risk when working with them, making it clear they will not be paid until they deliver something for their clients. “It’s a true performance-based marketing platform and more importantly, we also run it for them.” Keosky-Smith said.

With the Mavens, Rubenstein discusses Hownd’s journey through the pandemic, working with over 1000 businesses, never holding clients to contracts and creating the most efficient services possible for said clients.

Tune in this week to learn about “Building Partnerships & Harnessing the Power of Success” and what goes in to running the best B2B and B2C experiences possible!

This week, the Media Mavens meet up with opera director and singer Aleta Braxton.

Spending a lifetime in the music industry, Braxton has worked on over 150 productions for Los Angeles Opera, but her résumé doesn’t stop there. On top of the opera, Braxton has sung with the Los Angeles Master Chorale, toured as a soloist and worked on a variety of notable television and film soundtracks ranging from “Fifty Shades of Grey,” “Malcolm in the Middle” and even “Star Wars: Rogue One.”

With the Mavens, Braxton discusses some of her favorite roles, the difference between different types of opera singers, the skill level needed to fulfill some roles, and what it’s like working in a group of singers. “You’re basically on a team, everybody’s playing together for the common goal of scoring a good performance” Braxton said.

Tune in this week to learn about “The Modern Age of Opera” and what goes into making the music of your favorite opera performances!

Global News Watch and Michael Patrick Mulroy, National Security & Defense Analyst, ABC News and former Deputy Asst. Secretary of Defense for Middle East and CIA Paramilitary Operations sit down to discuss the unraveling of Afghanistans Capital City of Kabul over the last few days and the rapid rise to Power of the Taliban. After a whirlwind of media updates, Mick gave us an update on how quick the Afghanistan Government crumbled under the weight of the stronghold of the Taliban over the course of the last 72 hours. The first major Afghan city fell on Aug. 9. The last one, Kabul, capitulated just six days later. The offensive that returned the Taliban to power 20 years after they were ousted by a U.S.-led coalition seemed dizzyingly fast as millions of people are struggling to get out of the country as quickly and safely as possible.

Mick shared with us whats beyond the Horizon, the imminent terrorist threats we will be facing while Afghanistan just became a " safe haven" for terrorist and extremist groups around the world, prompting Jihads and other terrorist groups to head back to Afghanistan to regroup.

With Talibans take control over the main airport in Kabul, the U.S has sent over more troops in the past 24 hours to re-enforce and maintain the safety of the military base just clicks away to ensure they can get U.S and dual Citizens as well as Special Visa Holders out of the the country as fast as they can.

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