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In this episode, Jane and Fi decide they should be off doing their PhDs, considering their excellent grasp of detail. But before we get there, we go through the latest on films, birth memories, and parenting qualms.

They're also joined by the “real-life Carrie Bradshaw”, Candace Bushnell: journalist, author, and creator of Sex and the City.

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Oscar Nominated Actor Danielle Brooks sits with Trevor Noah and describes how Broadway's "The Color Purple" inspired her to become an actress. Plus, Oscar nominated Actor Da'Vine Joy Randolph talks with guest host Michelle Wolf about the movie "The Holdovers," including mastering a 1970s Boston accent, cooking real food in the film and picking up smoking to prepare for her role.

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Rivian’s all-electric vehicles have been in high demand thanks to their unique look and handy features. But soon after hitting the market, a series of supply chain snarls led to a backlog of orders and a retreat by key investors. Undeterred, Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe has focused on ramping up production and has big plans for the company’s future — including the release of a new mid-size SUV in 2026.

This week on How I Built This Lab, how Rivian continues to shape the rapidly evolving electric vehicle market. Plus, Rivian’s plans to expand charging infrastructure across the U.S. and RJ’s strategies for leading through challenging times. 

And don’t forget to check out Rivian’s origin story from September 2022.

This episode was produced by Katherine Sypher with music by Ramtin Arablouei.

It was edited by John Isabella with research by Katherine Sypher. Our audio engineer was Neal Rauch.

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Jane has brought some interesting dating adverts with her to discuss with Fi. They also talk bikini lines, their ideas for the King's Speech, and Barbra Streisand.

They're joined by the nation's favourite gardener, Monty Don, to talk about 'The Gardening Book', which is available to buy now.

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Your morning briefing, the business news you need in just 15 minutes.

On today's podcast:

(1) Netanyahu dismissed calls for his resignation over his handling of the Hamas attacks and ruled out a cease-fire in the three-week-old conflict. 

(2) Authorities in Hamas-run Gaza said the death toll has surpassed 8,300 and UN officials said more than 1.4 million people are internally displaced.

(3) The Bank of Japan has further loosened its grip on government bond yields while continuing to stick with its negative interest rate.

(4) X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, is worth less than half of what Elon Musk paid for it a year ago.

(5) Apple has announced a new iMac, MacBook Pros and the third generation of its in-house Mac processor line.

(6) Today is the last day of Black History Month in the UK. We've been hearing from Black people in financial industries about representation in the sector. 

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Desus Nice takes on the day’s biggest stories, including new House Speaker Mike Johnson, a Georgia restaurant’s “Bad Parenting Fee,” and Michael Kosta and Grace Kuhlenschmidt weigh in on Jay-Z’s response to the “Lunch with Jay-Z or $500,000" question. Also, you might think you’re killing every spotted lanternfly in sight because they’re an invasive species, but that’s just what THEY want you to believe. Truth-seeker Kevin Matthew Kelp (A.K.A. Michael Kosta) is on a mission to find out the real puppet master behind the spotted lanternfly bugspiracy. And two-time WNBA champion for the Las Vegas Aces, Sydney Colson, discusses the playful sibling-like rivalry between her and her teammates, the increasing visibility of the WNBA, and her unscripted comedy series, “The Syd + TP Show.”

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In this episode, you are going to learn how to have better sex. You have an appointment with a leading sex expert, Dr. Emily Morse. I will be the first to admit that I want to have better sex, but I don’t know how to achieve it.

And I’m asking all the uncomfortable questions you want to ask.

This conversation is going to make you think differently about this topic and inspire you to prioritize pleasure and connection in bed, no matter your age, relationship status, or gender.

And if you are saying, “This doesn’t apply to me,” or as my friend just said, “I’m in way worse than a drought! At this point, I’m a born-again virgin."

No, you’re not. And this episode is for you too, because our expert says improving your solo sex life is the first step.

You may not want your little ones to listen because, when it comes to confessions about sex, I'm going first.

Dr. Emily claims that everything you have been taught or observed about sex is WRONG.

Wait. WHAT??...

Dr. Emily is insightful, and this conversation is hilarious and actionable.

You will learn:

• The 3 unexpected ways you are killing your sex drive.
• How to get out of your head when you’re in bed.
• Why meditation and sex might be the combo you need to orgasm.
• You are NOT alone if you cannot orgasm from penetration.
• How to tell time with your vulva (yes, it is a thing).
• Masturbation without shame and secrecy.
• Why skipping foreplay is ruining your chance of having great sex.
• The 5 ways your self-awareness ignites hot and steamy sex.
• Let’s stop faking orgasms. Know the four steps to how you can really get there.

Grab your mirrors and vibrators, and leave your inhibitions and embarrassment at the door. And according to our expert, it’s amazing foreplay to talk about sex. So why don't you and your partner listen to this together? You’ll thank me later.

Maybe we’ll call these sex episodes “Listen and Lube”?

Xo, Mel

In this episode:

• 2:40: Great sex starts here first.
• 5:20: Can you relate with these sex questions from our listeners?
• 9:00: The 3 elements that kill our desire to connect.
• 10:20: My ‘killer’ sex life right now, in the raw.
• 13:25: What partner are you?
• 17:30: Let’s unpack our lady parts. What exactly is a vulva?
• 20:20: One big reason why we are all being disserviced as young adults.
• 24:00: I love the empowering name Dr. Emily gives for masturbation.
• 24:30: The 3 reasons not to wait for someone else to give you pleasure.
• 28:00: It wasn’t until I got this from my friends that I learned to masturbate.
• 30:25: There are thousands more nerve endings in a clitoris than we thought!
• 33:00: Why are women so uncomfortable about asking for what we need?
• 35:30: The 3 T’s you need to start an awkward conversation with your partner.
• 37:40: Never talk about sex in this room.
• 38:40: Be prepared that your first awkward conversation will go this way.
• 43:05: 5 Pillars for having great sex.
• 46:06: Do this exercise with your partner to feel more relaxed and in control.
• 48:25: A technique to do on your own during sex to make you more present.
• 49:55: What happens in your body when you orgasm?
• 50:38: Is it healthy to have multiple orgasms?
• 52:55: What to do when you’re in a relationship that has become just friendly.
• 55:10: Learn to do this to increase your chances of having an orgasm.
• 57:00: How can vulva owners ask for what they need sexually?
• 59:20: It often takes between 20-40 minutes for this to happen.
• 1:01:40: How many times a week should we be having sex?
• 1:04:30: What to do when you’ve not had sex for a long time.
• 1:06:35: How is your current sex life tied to your childhood needs?
• 1:07:40: The difference between fantasy and fetish.
• 1:11:05: Jumping back into dating after divorce from 30 years of marriage.
• 1:11:58: Becoming intimate again after getting sober.
• 1:12:55: Why can’t I handle the intensity of pleasure?
• 1:13:45: How to have healthy intimacy when you’ve experienced trauma.
• 1:16:53: See a pelvic floor therapist if this happens when you have sex.
• 1:17:46: Is it possible for women to have sex and not get attached emotionally?
• 1:20:45: What is the “Yes-No-Maybe List”?
• 1:21:15: 5 steps to having the best sex of your life.

Want more resources? Go to my podcast page at melrobbins.com/podcast.

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(1:14:54) M&A in the era of Lina Kahn and looking at the macro picture as an investor

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By her early thirties, Ava DuVernay was already a successful entrepreneur, having founded her own film publicity agency in Los Angeles. But after years of watching other people make films, she started to get an itch to tell her own stories onscreen. Ava's first films were rooted in deeply personal experiences: growing up with her sisters in Compton, performing Hip Hop at Open Mic Night at the Good Life Café in L.A. Her self-funded and self-distributed projects began to draw attention, and in 2012, Ava won the award for best directing at the Sundance Film Festival. She went on to direct powerful projects like Selma, 13th, and When They See Us; and through her production and distribution company ARRAY, she's created a movement that is helping change how movies are made—and who gets to make them.

This episode was produced by Rachel Faulkner, with music by Ramtin Arablouei.

Edited by Neva Grant, with research help from Liz Metzger.

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New York Fashion Week hits the runway this week! Desi does a deep dive unpacking the history of NY Fashion Week, Dulcé talks about cultural appropriation in fashion, and Roy highlights Black trailblazers in the fashion industry. Also, Trevor sits down with iconic fashion designer, Dapper Dan.

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Video games are about a lot more than having fun. They also give us narrative lessons and messages about the economy and culture — issues that often affect the people who make them. “Marketplace Morning Report” host David Brancaccio has been reporting on this in a series called “Skin in the Game.” The series took him to Oakland, California, for a visit to a nonprofit group called Gameheads. Marketplace’s Lily Jamali spoke with David about how the medium is giving students at Gameheads an outlet to translate their personal experiences into stories.

The highly anticipated Barbie releases in theatres today! Guest host Marlon Wayans covers Mattell's STEM inspired Barbies for International Women's Day. Also, Trevor Noah sits with Barbie director, Greta Gerwig, and one of the stars of the movie, Issa Rae.

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