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Frank Carone, a renowned lawyer and former chief of staff for Mayor Eric Adams, shares insights from his book 'Everyone Wins!'. He discusses the philosophy of mutual success in business negotiation, emphasizing ethical practices and collaboration. Carone highlights how empathy has transformed negotiation strategies and reflects on happiness as tied to meaningful achievements, rather than material wealth. He dives into parenting challenges and offers strategies for managing relationships, alongside election strategies focused on trust and integrity.

Discover the inspiring potential of mobile voting and its role in revitalizing democracy. Explore the challenges and opportunities AI brings to children’s education and future careers. Enjoy a humorous dive into superhero culture, critiquing character depth and whimsical job matches. Gain insights from impactful TED Talks addressing pressing issues like hunger while advocating for essential school meal programs. This lively discussion blends serious topics with light-hearted banter, making for an engaging listen!

August Chen, CEO and co-founder of Hazel, an AI procurement company, talks about the challenges and innovations in transforming government procurement. Drawing on his experience at Palantir, he shares insights on the resistance of outdated systems to change. Chen emphasizes the role of AI in creating efficiencies, expanding vendor options, and improving public service delivery. He also discusses the balance between innovation and regulation in AI, advocating for collaboration to safely harness its benefits for society.

Bradley shares insights from his recent trip to Estonia, arguing that Americans actually find common ground on key issues like immigration and taxes. He highlights the successes of Solving Hunger in addressing child food insecurity and critiques Elon Musk's political ambitions as insufficient. The conversation takes a philosophical turn with Cicero's thoughts on integrity and happiness, examining how these ideas resonate in today's political landscape. Literary discussions explore themes of love and authenticity in contemporary writing, providing a rich tapestry of insights.

Mike Pesca, host of The Gist, showcases his conversational prowess as he dives into a myriad of topics with Bradley. They debate the emotional power of the World Cup versus the Olympics and the moral implications of elite sports. The discussion shifts to the American ambivalence towards Ivy League colleges and explores the quirky traits of ambitious versus content individuals. They also humorously dissect conspiracy theories, particularly around JFK, and ponder the happiness of sociopaths while weighing the pros and cons of mushy food.

Discover the groundbreaking mobile voting system in Estonia and its potential lessons for the U.S. Delve into the political dynamics surrounding the Mamdani election, exploring the influence of wealthy donors and community needs. There's a heated discussion on age verification laws balancing privacy and protection. The podcast also compares artistic expression in music, weighing raw vs. polished artistry. Plus, insights into leadership transitions highlight the qualities necessary for effective management in an ever-changing landscape.

In this insightful conversation, Zohran Mamdani, Democratic nominee for mayor and New York State Assemblymember, shares his vision for a fairer, more functional New York. He argues that real leadership should empower experts rather than micromanage. Mamdani advocates for transformative policies like free bus services and universal child care. He emphasizes the need for a strong public sector focused on operational efficiency and community safety, while also tackling housing challenges and improving media communication for better governance.

On this post-primary bonus episode, Bradley joins Ravi Gupta's Lost Debate to break down Zohran Mamdani's historic victory and how his administration might handle key policy issues like housing, education, and transportation. Also, what about those grocery stores? Of course, before any of that can happen, Mamdani needs to win in November. Bradley and Ravi preview the wild race that starts today, as a potentially crowded field mobilizes to derail the Mamdani express.Be sure to subscribe to The Lost Debate on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.Send us an email with your thoughts on today’s episode: info@firewall.media.Subscribe to Bradley's weekly newsletter and follow Bradley on Linkedin + Substack + YouTube.

Breaking down an unexpected victory, the hosts delve into Zohran Mamdani's win in the New York City Democratic primary and its implications for the city's future. They discuss voter discontent with traditional politics and the need for collaboration to tackle pressing urban challenges. Concerns arise over Mamdani’s policies and their potential effects on public safety and business stability. The episode also critiques the closed primary system, exploring solutions to boost voter participation while comparing New York’s struggles with those of San Francisco in a post-pandemic landscape.

The US strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities are a proper response to an untenable threat, says Bradley on this special Monday episode, and Democratic opposition to them are weak and nonsensical. Plus, he gives his final rundown of factors at play in the New York City's mayoral race, does a comprehensive analysis of how Waymo's automated taxis will fare in the city and makes a wild prediction of who the next owner of the Yankees could be. (Hint: Get ready for hot dogs delivered to your seat via drone and Katy Perry's rendition of the National Anthem.)This episode was taped at P&T Knitwear at 180 Orchard Street — New York City’s only free podcast recording studio.Send us an email with your thoughts on today’s episode: info@firewall.media.Subscribe to Bradley's weekly newsletter and follow Bradley on Linkedin + Substack + YouTube.