Best Dan Fortune Podcasts (2024)

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True Blue Conversations - Australian Special Forces SASR Brigadier Ret. Dan Fortune, DSC and Bar Part 2 2:43:34

2h ago2:43:34

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Part 2 of our chat with former Australian SAS soldier and officer, Brigadier Dan Fortune, DSC and Bar (Retd). Dan joined the Army at 17 years old as a private soldier and served for over 42 years before discharging for medical reasons. Between 1982-1992, Dan completed the SAS selection course three times (Yep wait for the story. He served in a Sabr…

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Mastering Digital Marketing: Dan Vogel’s Strategies for Performance Growth 25:05

1d ago25:05

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In this episode of Philly Fortune Talks with Jake Penny, we dive deep into the world of digital marketing with Dan Vogel, founder of Dbv Marketing, Inc. With over 20 years of experience, Dan has transformed businesses from startups to corporations worth 500 million dollars. He shares his journey from a young entrepreneur inspired by his family to a…

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Dan Morrison, "The Poisoner of Bengal: The 1930s Murder That Shocked the World" (Juggernaut, 2024) 46:08

13m ago46:08

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It’s the 1930s. Amarendra Chandra Pandey, the youngest son of an Indian prince, is about to board a train when a man bumps into him. Amarendra feels a prick; he then boards the train, worried about what it portends. Just over a week later, Amarendra is dead—of plague. India had not had a case of plague in a dozen years: Was Amarendra’s death natura…

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Strategic Leadership in Real Estate: Mohit Chopra’s Success Story 34:18

5h ago34:18

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In this episode of Philly Fortune Talks, Jake Penny sits down with Mohit Chopra, a dynamic executive in the real estate industry. With a background in supply chain, business strategy, and leadership across multiple sectors including consumer goods, medical devices, and pharmaceuticals, Mohit has mastered delivering quality results through teamwork …

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Bringing Goals Together: Carl Adams' Mastery in Real Estate 42:02

10h ago42:02

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In this episode of Philly Fortune Talks, host Jake Penny sits down with Carl Adams, a seasoned real estate professional with over 20 years of experience. Carl shares his journey from photography to real estate, highlighting the pivotal moments and strategies that have shaped his successful career. Listen as Carl discusses how he balances competing …

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Bill Lascher, "A Danger Shared: A Journalist’s Glimpses of a Continent at War" (Blacksmith Books, 2024) 52:09

1h ago52:09

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Melville Jacoby was a U.S. war correspondent during the Sino-Japanese War and, later, the Second World War, writing about the Japanese advances from Chongqing, Hanoi, and Manila. He was also a relative of Bill Lascher, a journalist–specifically, the cousin of Bill’s grandmother. Bill has now collected Mel’s work in a book: A Danger Shared: A Journa…

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Creative Financing Solutions: Ian Walsh’s Impact with Hard Money Bankers PA 35:35

1h ago35:35

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In this episode of Philly Fortune Talks, host Jake Penny sits down with Ian Walsh, managing partner at Hard Money Bankers PA. Ian brings over 11 years of experience in financial management and a passion for creative lending solutions. He shares insights into the world of hard money lending and how his firm provides flexible financing options for re…

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Building Wealth in Real Estate: Adam Balsinger’s Investment Strategies 44:31

6h ago44:31

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In this episode of Philly Fortune Talks, host Jake Penny sits down with seasoned real estate investor Adam Balsinger. With over 11 years of experience in various investment avenues, including fix-and-flips, wholesaling, multifamily syndication, and short-term rentals, Adam shares his journey and the lessons he's learned along the way. Adam discusse…

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Eric Thompson, "The Story of Southeast Asia" (NUS Press, 2024) 1:08:52

2d ago1:08:52

1:08:52

Does Southeast Asia “exist”? It’s a real question: Southeast Asia is a geographic region encompassing many different cultures, religions, political styles, historical experiences, and languages, economies. Can we think of this part of the world as one cohesive “place”? Eric Thompson, in his book The Story of Southeast Asia (NUS Press: 2024), sugges…

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Transforming Mental Health: Dr. Noel Ramirez's Vision for Inclusive Care 30:05

3d ago30:05

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Join us for an inspiring conversation with Dr. Noel Ramirez, founder of Mango Tree Counseling and Consulting, and senior lecturer at Columbia University. Dr. Ramirez is revolutionizing mental health care for Asian American communities through his expertise, innovation, and commitment to cultural responsiveness. In this episode, we explore his journ…

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Elevating Patient Stories: Bridget Carey's Impact as a Legal Nurse Consultant 38:51

4d ago38:51

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In this episode of Philly Fortune Talks, Jake Penny sits down with Bridget Carey, a seasoned registered nurse turned entrepreneur. Bridget brings over 14 years of experience in the healthcare industry and is the founder of Greater Philadelphia Legal Nurse Consulting. Bridget is a board-certified Legal Nurse Consultant (LNC) who specializes in provi…

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Transforming Tech: Michael Bertoni's Journey with SaaS Talent 52:40

5d ago52:40

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In this episode of Philly Fortune Talks, host Jake Penny welcomes Michael Bertoni, the dynamic founder and CEO of SaaS Talent. With over 24 years in the SaaS and tech industries, Michael shares his inspiring journey from working in sales and business development to founding a leading talent and business growth consultancy. Discover how Michael leve…

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Redefining Success: Rock Thomas's Journey to Financial Freedom and Fulfillment 48:16

8d ago48:16

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In this episode of Philly Fortune Talks, host Jake Penny sits down with Rock Thomas, a renowned transformational leader in personal development and real estate. From his humble beginnings on a small Canadian farm to becoming a self-made millionaire, Rock shares his journey and the principles that guided him to success. As a best-selling author, mot…

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Navigating Real Estate Success: Melissa Simmons' Journey in Property Management 39:12

9d ago39:12

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In this episode of Philly Fortune Talks, we sit down with Melissa Simmons, a seasoned real estate investor and entrepreneur, with over a decade of experience in the Philadelphia area. Melissa shares her journey from starting out with her first property in 2008 to managing a successful property management franchise and owning 14 units with her husba…

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Michelle T. King, "Chop Fry Watch Learn: Fu Pei-Mei and the Making of Modern Chinese Food" (Norton, 2024) 45:41

9d ago45:41

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In 1971, the New York Times called the Taiwanese-Chinese chef, Fu Pei-Mei, the “the Julia Child of Chinese cooking.” But, as Michelle T. King notes in her book Chop Fry Watch Learn: Fu Pei-Mei and the Making of Modern Chinese Food (Norton, 2024), the inverse–that Julia Child was the Fu Pei-Mei of French cuisine–might be more appropriate. Fu spent d…

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Innovative Mental Health Care: Dr. Christopher Deussing's Holistic Approach 48:38

10d ago48:38

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In this episode of Philly Fortune Talks, host Jake Penny sits down with Dr. Christopher Deussing, a seasoned mental health clinician and the owner of Integrative DBT Psychotherapy, LLC. With over 25 years of experience in the field, Dr. Deussing shares his journey, from starting his career in the challenging environment of Kensington to founding a …

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True Blue Conversations - Australian Special Forces SASR Brigadier Ret. Dan Fortune, DSC and Bar Part 1 1:38:29

11d ago1:38:29

1:38:29

On this week’s podcast, I speak with former Australian SAS soldier and officer, Brigadier Dan Fortune, DSC and Bar (Retd). Dan joined the Army at 17 years old as a private soldier and served for over 42 years before discharging for medical reasons. Between 1982-1992, Dan completed the SAS selection course three times (Yep wait for the story.. He se…

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From Uber to Real Estate Mogul: Carmen Caruso's Success Story 31:11

11d ago31:11

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In this episode of Philly Fortune Talks, Jake Penny sits down with Carmen Caruso, a remarkable figure in the real estate industry. Carmen shares his inspiring journey from driving for Uber to becoming a top realtor and founder of REM Acquisitions, a thriving real estate wholesale company. Despite starting from humble beginnings, Carmen's determinat…

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James Mackintosh: The Veteran Wall Street Journal Columnist Who “Thinks Through His Fingers” 36:40

11d ago36:40

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James Mackintosh spent six years at Oxford studying philosophy. It turns out that was the perfect training to become a financial markets columnist. On this episode of Press Profiles, we explore James's nearly 30-year career spanning the Financial Times and the Wall Street Journal. We discuss his writing process and his search for endlessly interest…

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Innovating Healthcare: Cole Lyons' Mission to Transform Patient Engagement 37:22

12d ago37:22

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In this episode of Philly Fortune Talks, we sit down with Cole Lyons, a dedicated healthcare entrepreneur making significant strides in the industry. Cole is the president and co-founder of the American Journal of Healthcare Strategy and a senior partner at Jefferson Health Plan. We explore Cole's journey from a medical assistant to a key player in…

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Healthcare Innovation: Syed Siddiqi's Vision for the Future 27:59

15d ago27:59

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In this episode of Philly Fortune Talks, host Jake Penny sits down with Syed Siddiqi, the innovative founder and CEO of the American Journal of Healthcare Strategy. Syed shares his inspiring journey in healthcare, discussing how his platform, which reaches over 50,000 listeners and viewers monthly, has become a pioneer in healthcare administration.…

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Mastering Real Estate and Life: The Warrior Spirit of David Bokman 46:28

18d ago46:28

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Mastering Real Estate and Life: The Warrior Spirit of David Bokman Welcome to another episode of Philly Fortune Talks, where we highlight the journeys of Philadelphia's most dynamic and influential entrepreneurs. In this episode, host Jake Penny sits down with David Bokman, a seasoned real estate investor and entrepreneur with over 20 years of expe…

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Jin Feng, "The Transpacific Flow: Creative Writing Programs in China" (Association for Asian Studies, 2024) 39:42

16d ago39:42

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In 2009, Fudan University launched China’s first MFA program in creative writing, spurring a wave of such programs in Chinese universities. Many of these programs’ founding members point to the Iowa Writers Workshop and, specifically, its International Writers Program, which invited dozens of Mainland Chinese writers to take part between 1979 and 2…

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Leading with Purpose: Maria Quattrone’s Real Estate Revolution 44:21

19d ago44:21

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Welcome to another episode of Philly Fortune Talks where we highlight the stories of Philadelphia's most successful and inspiring leaders. In this episode, we are thrilled to introduce Maria Quattrone, a visionary in the real estate industry with over 25 years of experience. Maria, the founder and CEO of Maria Quattrone & Associates of Remax at Hom…

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Unlocking Real Estate Success: Hoan Thai's Collaborative Approach 48:16

19d ago48:16

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In this episode of Philly Fortune Talks, Jake Penny sits down with Hoan Thai, also known as the Home Zone, to delve into the journey of a real estate investor who has mastered the art of collaboration and mentorship. Hoan shares his experiences from leaving a 9-to-5 engineering job to becoming a successful real estate investor. Key Points Discussed…

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Leading with Vision: Charlie Crawford's Impact on Community Banking 28:36

20d ago28:36

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Leading with Vision: Charlie Crawford's Impact on Community Banking Welcome to another episode of Philly Fortune Talks! This week, Jake Penny sits down with Charlie Crawford, the esteemed chairman and CEO of Hyperion Bank. Under Charlie's visionary leadership, Hyperion Bank has expanded its presence to Atlanta, launched new mortgage and lending ven…

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Fun Phonics: Toby Johnson's Mission to Revolutionize Children's Reading 35:49

23d ago35:49

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In this inspiring episode of Philly Fortune Talks, host Jake Penny sits down with Toby Johnson, an ardent advocate for children's education. Toby's journey is nothing short of remarkable, beginning in Idaho and extending through 13 years in Beijing, ultimately leading him to the University of Pennsylvania. With a passion ignited by the science of r…

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From Trials to Triumphs: Frank McGovern's Real Estate Journey 39:01

24d ago39:01

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In this compelling episode of Philly Fortune Talks, host Jake Penny sits down with Frank McGovern, a self-made real estate investor from Northeast Philadelphia. Frank's journey from humble beginnings to becoming a prominent figure in Philadelphia's real estate scene is both inspiring and instructive. Listen in as Frank shares his experiences, strat…

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Clare Hammond, "On the Shadow Tracks: A Journey Through Occupied Myanmar" (Allen Lane, 2024) 30:59

24d ago30:59

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In 2016, journalist Clare Hammond embarked on a project to study the railways of Myanmar–a transportation network that sprawls the country, rarely used and not shown on many maps, and often used at the pleasure of the country’s military. In her book On the Shadow Tracks; A Journey Through Occupied Myanmar (Allen Lane: 2024), Clare travels the lengt…

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Designing the Future: Brian Corcodilos on Innovation and Entrepreneurship 43:43

25d ago43:43

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Join host Jake Penny as he sits down with Brian Corcodilos, a visionary leader in the real estate industry and the founder of Designblendz. Brian's entrepreneurial journey began at the young age of 10, and today he heads a full-service firm recognized on the Inc. 5000 list and Philadelphia's 100 fastest-growing companies. In this episode, Brian sha…

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Eradicating Food Insecurity: The Visionary Leadership of Harry Hayman 31:07

27d ago31:07

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Join us in this inspiring episode of Philly Fortune Talks, where host Jake Penny sits down with Harry Hayman, a social impact advocate, humanitarian, and sustainability expert. Harry shares his journey and mission to combat food insecurity through innovative indoor agricultural solutions, as highlighted in his documentary, "I Am Hungry." In This Ep…

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True Blue Conversations - Navy Veteran Jennifer Wittwer CSM (RET) 1:59:56

26d ago1:59:56

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On this week’s podcast, I speak with former Royal Australian Navy veteran Jennifer Wittwer CSM. Jennifer Wittwer joined the Royal Australian Navy in 1981 as a supply officer. She went on to have an international career as a thought leader, humanitarian, and advocate for women’s rights, equality, and empowerment. Some of her roles in uniform have in…

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Your Mission & Puspose Matter, Solving Affordable Housing with Robert Coldwell 57:23

27d ago57:23

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Join Jake Penny as he sits down with Robert Coldwell, owner of Rentwell, in this insightful episode of Philly Fortune Talks. Robert, a multifamily investor and real estate redeveloper, shares his journey from a young entrepreneur mowing lawns to managing thousands of units across Pennsylvania, Delaware, and New Jersey. He delves into his unique rea…

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Sudev Sheth, "Bankrolling Empire: Family Fortunes and Political Transformation in Mughal India" (Cambridge UP, 2024) 52:36

1M ago52:36

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Running and securing an empire can get expensive–especially one known for its opulence, like the Mughal Empire, which conquered much of northern India before rapidly declining in the eighteenth century. But how did the Mughals get their money? Often, it was through wealthy merchants, like the Jhaveri family, who willingly—and then not-so-willingly–…

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Scott Crawford, "The Han-Xiongnu War, 133 BC-89 AD: The Struggle of China and a Steppe Empire Told Through Its Key Figures (Pen & Sword, 2023) 44:59

2M ago44:59

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For two centuries, the Xiongnu people–a vast nomadic empire that covered modern-day Siberia, Inner Mongolia, Gansu and Xinjiang—were one of the Han Dynasty’s fiercest rivals. They raided the wealthy and prosperous Chinese, and even forced the Han to treat them as equals—much to the chagrin of those in the imperial court. There’s not much known abou…

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True Blue Conversations - Special Forces 2nd Commando Regiment CO Brigadier Ian Langford DSC & Two Bars Rtd 2:06:44

1M ago2:06:44

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On this week’s podcast, I speak with former Australian Special Forces 2nd Commando Regiment Commanding Officer Brigadier Ret Ian Langford DSC & Bars. Ian served for 30 years as a senior officer in the Australian Defence Force, Ian had the challenge and opportunity of leading large and small teams in complex and ambiguous environments. Ian held a ra…

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Gary J. Bass, "Judgement at Tokyo: World War II on Trial and the Making of Modern Asia" (Knopf, 2023) 49:21

1M ago49:21

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In December 1948, a panel of 12 judges sentenced 23 Japanese officials for war crimes. Seven, including former Prime Minister Hideki Tojo, were sentenced to death. The sentencing ended the International Military Tribunal for the Far East, an over-two-year-long trial over Imperial Japan’s atrocities in China and its decision to attack the U.S. But u…

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Diane Brady: Fortune’s newest CEO Whisperer 35:17

2M ago35:17

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In a life that has brought her to almost every corner of the earth, Diane Brady has made a career of finding stories in unexpected places. Now, she is turning her attention to bringing Fortune’s live events and CEO initiative to the next level. On this episode of Press Profiles, we discuss where she wants to take the franchise, along with some of h…

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Peter Harmsen, "Bernhard Sindberg: The Schindler of Nanjing" (Casemate, 2024) 36:39

2M ago36:39

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In December 1937, Bernhard Sindberg arrives at a cement factory outside of Nanjing. He’s one of just two foreigners, and he gets there just weeks before the Japanese invade and commit the now infamous atrocities in the Chinese city. As the writer Peter Harmsen notes, Bernhard’s background isn’t particularly compelling: He’s bounced from job to job,…

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True Blue Conversations - Australian Special Forces 2nd Commando Regiment operator John Dixon 2:17:45

2M ago2:17:45

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On this week’s podcast, I speak with former Australian Special Forces 2nd Commando Regiment operator John Dixon. John spent 16 years in the Australian Army. During his postings at 1RAR and 6RAR, he deployed to East Timor which gave him an introduction to military active deployments. After completing SF selection and the Commando reinforcement cycle…

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From Fitness to Freedom Through Real Estate Investing with Danny Salik 35:38

2M ago35:38

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In this inspiring episode of Philly Fortune Talks, Jake Penny chats with Danny Salik, a seasoned real estate investor and fitness enthusiast, about his journey from the world of personal training to real estate. Known affectionately as Mr. Main Line, Danny shares insights from his 15-year career in real estate, touching on the pivotal decisions tha…

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Landscaping To Building a Legacy with Chase Gallagher 42:27

2M ago42:27

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Welcome to another episode of Philly Fortune Talks, where host Jake Penny explores the inspiring journey of Chase Gallagher, from his beginnings in landscaping to becoming a real estate mogul. In this episode, "Landscaping to Building a Legacy," Chase shares the raw and real insights on how his early entrepreneurial spirit, starting a landscaping b…

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Passive To Prosperous with Dan Zitofsky 32:39

2M ago32:39

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In this transformative episode of Philly Fortune Talks, host Jake Penny sits down with Dan Zitofsky, a seasoned real estate investor and mentor, to explore the journey from active investments to achieving financial freedom through passive income. Dan shares insights from his 33-year career in real estate, discussing pivotal moments and strategies t…

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Thriving Through Thrifting with Justin Saracena 27:00

2M ago27:00

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In this insightful episode of Philly Fortune Talks, Jake Penny sits down with Justin Saracena, a seasoned professional in the thrift store industry and private equity. Born and raised in Central Pennsylvania, Justin shares his journey from a B student to a pivotal player in the thrift store business. He delves into his early career challenges, his …

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Corporate Culture Matters Now More Then Ever with Jay Doran 1:08:22

2M ago1:08:22

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In this illuminating episode of Philly Fortune Talks, Jake Penny engages with Jay Doran, CEO of Culture Matters, delving into the profound impact of corporate culture on business success. Doran shares his personal journey from stumbling upon a pivotal book in a bookstore to shaping the philosophies that now define his leadership and business strate…

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Rajrishi Singhal, "Slip, Stitch and Stumble: The Untold Story of Financial Reforms in India" (Viking, 2024) 47:02

2M ago47:02

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India’s stock markets are booming. One calculation from Bloomberg puts India as the world’s fourth-largest equity market, overtaking Hong Kong, as domestic and foreign investors pile into the Indian stock exchange. But getting to the point where India’s stock markets—and its financial system more broadly—could work effectively took a long time. As …

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Jeremy Garlick, "Advantage China: Agent of Change in an Era of Global Disruption" (Bloomsbury, 2023) 43:54

2M ago43:54

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China’s rise to global prominence is a pretty good contender for the most important world development in the past 30 years. But now the question is how Beijing managed to be successful on the international stage–let alone how large that success is—with fierce debates between hawks and doves in the West and elsewhere. Jeremy Garlick tries to offer a…

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True Blue Conversations - Royal Australian Artillery Warrant Officer Class 2 Mark Henneberry 2:05:02

2M ago2:05:02

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On this week’s podcast, I sat down with Royal Australian Artillery Warrant Officer Class 2 Mark Henneberry. Mark served for 23 years in the RAA. Mark joined the Army at 17. We discussed his deployment to Cambodia in 1993 and the effects of deploying at a young age. Mark talked about what all veterans and first responders face when they discharge, f…

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Katie Gee Salisbury, "Not Your China Doll: The Wild and Shimmering Life of Anna May Wong" (Dutton, 2024) 46:21

2M ago46:21

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In 2022, the U.S. Mint released the first batch of its American Women Quarters series, celebrating the achievements of U.S. women throughout its history. The first set of five included Maya Angelou, Sally Ride…and Anna May Wong, the first Asian-American to ever appear on U.S. currency. Katie Gee Salisbury takes on Anna May Wong’s life in her book N…

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Laura Kreutzer: The changing face of Private Equity with the Wall Street Journal’s Bureau Chief 42:53

2M ago42:53

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Laura Kreutzer is one of the longest tenured reporters in Private Equity. A scholarship student who earned her way into some of the most prestigious educational institutions, Laura has brought keen insight, deep understanding, and a warm personality to her coverage of the ever-changing asset class. On this episode of Press Profiles – live from Laur…

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