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The Goldman State

Ed Goldman is a longtime newspaper and magazine columnist, the author of five books and creator of The Goldman State, a three-times-a-week online column with subscribers in 40 states, Canada and Europe. A professional playwright, composer and painter, Ed has also taught journalism at five California Universities and community colleges. His bucket list includes becoming the victim of a corporate takeover. This podcast is an extension of his unique take on the world around us and his interpretation,

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Episode 63: Better Safe Than Soggy

The Goldman State ·

2024/09/27

Please text me what you think of this episode. I would love to hear from you. Ever wondered why some ads seem to speak directly to your deepest insecurities? In this episode I'm unraveling the mystique behind targeted advertising through a quirky flyer inviting me to a "free bathroom safety assessment." Let's demystify the intent and effectiveness of these ridiculously targeted mailers, shall we?Be sure to subscribe to my thrice weekly column, The Goldman State, by visitingwww.goldmanst...

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Episode 62: House Calls are on the House.

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2024/09/20

Please text me what you think of this episode. I would love to hear from you. Have you ever tried to fix your own plumbing through a Zoom call? What about a DIY root canal guided by a dentist over Skype? Let's talk about absurdities. Virtuality has changed everything and I'm going to share my observations because you need to know. Be sure to subscribe to my thrice weekly column, The Goldman State, by visitingwww.goldmanstate.com. Thanks for listening.

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Episode 61: Who's a Good Nonprofit?

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2024/09/13

Please text me what you think of this episode. I would love to hear from you. Ever wondered how much revenue certain nonprofits actually rake in? You won't believe the numbers when we reveal how top hospitals and universities compare financially with the wealthiest religions in the U.S. Why don't we question why these entities enjoy tax-exempt status while amassing fortunes? Shhh. Listen up. Be sure to subscribe to my thrice weekly column, The Goldman State, by visitingwww.goldmanstate....

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Episode 60: Politics and Crime: Think Local!

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2024/09/06

Please text me what you think of this episode. I would love to hear from you. Ever find yourself wondering what you'd do if a fugitive showed up on your doorstep?Time for a little nostalgia, true crime, and light-hearted banter as I examine the quirky ways our minds wander when faced with the idea of a jailbreak.Be sure to subscribe to my thrice weekly column, The Goldman State, by visitingwww.goldmanstate.com. Thanks for listening.

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Episode 59: Starbucks CEO to Fly-By-Night (and Day)

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2024/08/30

Please text me what you think of this episode. I would love to hear from you. Let's explore the intriguing commuter plans of Brian Niccol, the new CEO of Starbucks and former CEO of Chipotle. He plans to commute to his new job in Seattle, Washington, via private jet. Really now? Let's brainstorm some creative, eco-friendly alternatives, shall we?Be sure to subscribe to my thrice weekly column, The Goldman State, by visitingwww.goldmanstate.com. Thanks for listening.

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Episode 58: Confessions of a Hunter-Pecker.

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2024/08/23

Please text me what you think of this episode. I would love to hear from you. I'll bet you're thinking about two things right now. Neither of which are the content of this episode as who would even know what I'm referencing other than someone who is of the same ilk? I'm not talking about the hunter in the forest, or the hunter-gatherer. I'm also not abbreviating the name of a particular species of bird that likes wood. I'm actually talking about my skills on a non-digital keyboard, a ty...

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Episode 57: Caffeinatin' Rhythm, You Got Me In Your...

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2024/08/16

Please text me what you think of this episode. I would love to hear from you. Cristiano Ronaldo, Mr. Beast and Virat Kohli to drop a few "influential" names, surface when the topic of coffee drinking was chosen for this episode. Starbucks, Peet's, Seattle's Finest, even Folgers, you have nothing to worry about... or do you? Or do we, you and me? Let's talk about it over a cuppa joe in this episode. Be sure to subscribe to my thrice weekly column, The Goldman State, by visitingwww.goldmanstate...

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Episode 56: What's Underlying Overlapping Dialogue?

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2024/08/09

Please text me what you think of this episode. I would love to hear from you. Overlapping dialogue is exactly what it sounds like. Prevalent mostly as a tactic in film making, but quite the unnerving experience when we do it to ourselves. Or is it? I'll address that --- surely you know what I mean --- in a minute ---did I leave the coffee pot on? --- so let's get the program started, shall we? Be sure to subscribe to my thrice weekly column, The Goldman State, by visitingwww.goldmanstate.com....

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Episode 55: AI and A2 and A3...

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2024/08/02

Please text me what you think of this episode. I would love to hear from you. Artificial Intelligence, in Elon Musks view, will take our jobs away. Is there something wrong with that? Let's take an academic review of what this could look like in this episode. (These brief show notes were created by...) Nah, no way. Hmmm, how would you know? Be sure to subscribe to my thrice weekly column, The Goldman State, by visitingwww.goldmanstate.com. Thanks for listening.

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Episode 54: Lions and Tigers and Bears? My-Fi!

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2024/07/26

Please text me what you think of this episode. I would love to hear from you. WiFi. We all know we now can't live without it and a situation presented itself that left me without. Catastrophe, crisis, or teaching moment. I learned a thing or two from my significant other. And that prompted my observation for a whole new regime of WiFi access. Niche WiFi. Appropriately named and identifiably WiFi for specific niches. Why not? Everything else is now niche oriented? Enjoy my suggestions on...

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Episode 53: Who's That Knocking In My Head?

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2024/07/19

Hey, did you hear that? Thunka thunk. Something's wrong. Could it be with me? Nah. Tinnitus? No. Not ringing in my ears. Clunking. Am I running low on fluid and it's my brain knocking? Can't you hear me knockin'? Be sure to subscribe to my thrice weekly column, The Goldman State, by visitingwww.goldmanstate.com. Thanks for listening.

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Episode 52: How Much Sleep is Enough Sleep If You...

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2024/07/12

6 hours, 9 hours? What's the relevance of rejuvenation when you sleep? How about napping? Does that count toward your daily total? Must you sleep straight through a particular number of hours for optimal effect and rest? Hmmm. Be sure to subscribe to my thrice weekly column, The Goldman State, by visitingwww.goldmanstate.com. Thanks for listening.

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Episode 51: Getting a Grip

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2024/07/05

I have a list of considerations for those who could use a little dose of, well, reality. 7 simple predictions from Trump to Biden to Rap music. Hear them all in this episode. Be sure to subscribe to my thrice weekly column, The Goldman State, by visitingwww.goldmanstate.com. Thanks for listening and if you liked what you heard, please give me a thumbs up, share and if you're so inclined, a review would be even better.

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Episode 50: Why Don't D.E.I Just D.I.E?

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2024/06/28

Sometimes it's hard to get included. What if you don't want to be included? What if you're a new acronym struggling for acceptance? Sometimes, just sometimes, I'm perfectly content to be left out. Be sure to subscribe to my thrice weekly column, The Goldman State, by visitingwww.goldmanstate.com. Thanks for listening and if you liked what you heard, please give me a thumbs up, share and if you're so inclined, a review would be even better.

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Episode 49: There Ought to be a Law About Legalese.

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2024/06/21

6 points I want to make and I do, but please, don't sue me.Be sure to subscribe to my thrice weekly column, The Goldman State, by visitingwww.goldmanstate.com. Thanks for listening and if you liked what you heard, please give me a thumbs up, share and if you're so inclined, a review would be even better.

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Episode 48: A Really Big Shoe Tonight!

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2024/06/14

You're into shoes? Fashion? Think Jimmy Choo or Manolo Blahnik. Maybe you're more on the sports side of things with Nike or Skechers. Feeling lazy? How about Birkenstocks or Huarache? I've got my own take on it all in this episode as I think the best investments come from collaboration. Be sure to subscribe to my thrice weekly column, The Goldman State, by visitingwww.goldmanstate.com. Thanks for listening and if you liked what you heard, please give me a thumbs u...

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Episode 47: Sour Pickleball

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2024/06/07

Pickleball is trending. It's everywhere. Every tennis court now hosts pickleball. I tried it. Once. Be sure to subscribe to my thrice weekly column, The Goldman State, by visitingwww.goldmanstate.com. Thanks for listening and if you liked what you heard, please give me a thumbs up, share and if you're so inclined, a review would be even better.

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Episode 46: Destinations May Not Be Your Destiny

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2024/05/31

When in-home auditoria meet in-theatre experience, have you arrived?Be sure to subscribe to my thrice weekly column, The Goldman State, by visitingwww.goldmanstate.com. Thanks for listening and if you liked what you heard, please give me a thumbs up, share and if you're so inclined, a review would be even better.

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Episode 45: Take this Job Interview and Shove it!

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2024/05/24

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Episode 44: Be a Freud...Be Very a Freud.

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2024/05/17

In this episode, you'll find the talking cure. Be sure to subscribe to my thrice weekly column, The Goldman State, by visitingwww.goldmanstate.com. Thanks for listening and if you liked what you heard, please give me a thumbs up, share and if you're so inclined, a review would be even better.

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