Best Jeff Berman Podcasts (2024)

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Isaac Rose Berman Joins Rufus and Jeff from Bet Bash 53:35

24d ago53:35

53:35

This week on Bet the Process, Jeff and Rufus welcome Isaac Rose-Berman, a pro bettor who bets on tennis. They discuss the current Bet Bash in Vegas, the presidential election, and introducing gambling to children in a responsible manner.By Bet The Process

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Rapid Response: Will.i.am is using AI to re-make radio 29:40

20h ago29:40

29:40

While some artists complain that AI uses their music as training data, Will.i.am argues that it’s no different than Prince and Michael Jackson taking inspiration from James Brown. Will joins Rapid Response to talk about his investments in the “dawn of intelligent media,” including his new app Radio.fyi — AI technology that he contends will be pre-i…

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Reddit’s Steve Huffman: Online platforms ‘can’t just sit on their hands’ 36:52

6d ago36:52

36:52

Steve Huffman, co-founder and CEO of Reddit, joins host Reid Hoffman to share scale lessons from building one of the internet’s most influential platforms. It took nearly two decades for Reddit to reach its IPO, persevering through ownership changes, swings in popular sentiment, and shifts in the site’s identity. Steve guides Reddit with a deep bel…

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Bud Elliott joins Rufus and Jeff to talk college football and week 1 picks 51:18

1h ago51:18

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This week on Bet the Process, Bud Elliott is back to talk the beginning of college football season, including the transfer portal, the selection process for the playoffs, and overrated/underrated teams.By Bet The Process

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#88 Foul Existense (Mark Robinson x Scot Lade) 1:40:52

1h ago1:40:52

1:40:52

Unleashing Chaos: The Untold Story of Foul Existense, Fort Pierce's 80s Hardcore Punk Pioneers Though Foul Existense's time in the Florida 80s punk scene was short-lived, their legacy extends far beyond their brief existence. They shared the stage with other Florida bands of the era like Disorderly Conduct, Rat Cafeteria, Nat King Kong, Sector 4, P…

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Rapid Response: How Campus won over Sam Altman & Shaq, with founder Tade Oyerinde 23:10

8d ago23:10

23:10

With student loan debt at record highs, higher education is at a crossroads. Campus is an all-online community college that’s built a business model around competitive pricing, resources for students (like giving them a laptop and paying for home internet), and compensating professors well above the national average. The start-up also achieves high…

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Circa’s Jeffrey Benson joins Rufus and Jeff 1:04:15

1h ago1:04:15

1:04:15

This week on Bet the Process, Jeffrey Benson from Circa joins to chat the future of the industry, the Champions Dinner for winners of Circa’s annual contests, and the probability of an undefeated college team this year.By Bet The Process

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Blitzscaling bourbon: How Fawn Weaver built Uncle Nearest whiskey 34:25

13d ago34:25

34:25

Fawn Weaver, founder of Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey, joins host Jeff Berman to share scale lessons from building one of the fastest-growing spirit brands in history. Hear how a photo in the newspaper inspired Fawn to uncover a forgotten legacy, break into the whiskey business, and craft a billion-dollar brand. Fawn’s book Love & Whiskey is availa…

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Rapid Response: CNN’s Van Jones on Kamala’s glow-up, AI “wetware,” Elon Musk, and more 27:12

15d ago27:12

27:12

As the Democratic National Convention gets underway, CNN’s Van Jones still can’t quite believe Vice President Harris’s glow-up from “cringe” to a Beyonce-like star. The political analyst and entrepreneur joins Rapid Response host Bob Safian to discuss his new initiative, Dream Machine, which aims to make AI more accessible for multicultural communi…

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Nate Silver Joins to Talk About His New Book 55:58

30m ago55:58

55:58

This week on Bet the Process, Nate Silver joins to discuss his new book, On The Edge: The Art of Risking Everything, including the growing sophistication of prediction markets, and the crossover between sports betting and venture capital. Jeff and Rufus also discuss the upcoming football season.By Bet The Process

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The vital question Taskrabbit founder Leah Solivan wished she asked investors 35:28

20d ago35:28

35:28

A pioneer in the gig economy, Leah Solivan joins host Jeff Berman to share scale lessons from founding Taskrabbit. Hear how a need for dog food on a snowy night grew into a global business acquired by IKEA. She also reveals how her experience as an entrepreneur is shaping her next act as an early-stage investor. Leah has a new podcast of her own in…

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Remembering Susan Wojcicki 41:38

15d ago41:38

41:38

We were saddened to hear of the passing of former YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki last Friday, following her battle with lung cancer. In honor of this iconic Silicon Valley leader, host Reid Hoffman offers a remembrance and a chance for listeners to hear the wisdom she shared in her 2020 episode. She talked with Reid about how to establish your company’…

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#87 Laura Simpson Lindauer (Jack Off Jill) 1:24:30

21d ago1:24:30

1:24:30

South Florida drummer LAURA SIMPSON LINDAUER opens up about her journey for the first time! From her early days attending concerts at the iconic Hollywood Sportatorium to her rise as a musician, Laura takes us on a fascinating ride. She shares stories of her time with the all-girl band Leather Teaze, her brief stint with Whig Party, and her eventua…

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Rapid Response: Wild summer travel tales from Boeing to CrowdStrike, with The Points Guy, Brian Kelly 24:51

22d ago24:51

24:51

Is this the craziest non-pandemic summer travel season ever? The Points Guy’s Brian Kelly joins Rapid Response to talk about how Boeing’s safety issues are impacting flying habits, the CrowdStrike outage and Delta’s response, Southwest’s major pivot, and more. Plus: the airline industry's best-kept secrets and insider deals right now. Subscribe to …

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OpenAI’s Bret Taylor: Your business can’t wait until AI is perfect 34:52

27d ago34:52

34:52

Chairman of OpenAI, former co-CEO of Salesforce, and co-creator of Google Maps – those are just a few roles Bret Taylor has played in his Silicon Valley career. Reid Hoffman talks with Bret about OpenAI's world-shaping mission, why he founded Sierra and got back in the start-up game, and how business leaders should be using AI now. Synthetic voiceo…

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Rapid Response: Menopause is having a hot moment, with Midi Health’s Joanna Strober 27:27

29d ago27:27

27:27

Women are losing sleep, falling behind at work, suffering pain, and struggling in their relationships — all because we don’t talk enough about menopause or treat its symptoms. Midi Health’s Joanna Strober founded her company to tap the vast underserved market for this area of women’s health, which is finally getting mainstream attention. Strober sh…

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Brian Grazer: Scale your curiosity (Encore) 26:59

12d ago26:59

26:59

In our fast-paced working life, how can we make networking more impactful? In this episode (first published August 2023) the acclaimed film and television producer Brian Grazer talks with host Reid Hoffman about the value of sustained, genuine curiosity. You’ll hear how Brian founded Imagine Entertainment with his longtime creative partner, Ron How…

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The Return of Elihu Feustel to Discuss His New Book 1:12:26

1M ago1:12:26

1:12:26

This week on Bet the Process, Elihu Feustel joins to talk his new book Beyond The Odds, including improving betting strategies and balancing personal freedom and societal well-being in regards to gambling. Jeff also pitches a Calcutta format for the upcoming FedEx Cup.By Bet The Process

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#86 Mark McHone 1:13:25

13d ago1:13:25

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The Musical Odyssey of Jacksonville's Mark McHone: 30+ Bands and Counting Mark shares his story of musical discovery, from attending punk and metal shows at an early age to becoming a key player in the Jax music scene starting around 2000. With a career spanning over 30 bands, Mark's journey is a testament to his dedication and passion for music! […

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Rapid Response: How Barstool Sports’ ex-CEO cooks up attention, with Food52’s Erika Ayers Badan 31:02

1M ago31:02

31:02

Controversy, frat house culture, viral moments — when you hear ‘Barstool Sports,’ this may be what comes to mind. But former CEO Erika Ayers Badan is here to tell you that the business model that made Barstool into an online cultural juggernaut is replicable and poised to re-shape the food and lifestyle industry. Ayers Badan shares with Rapid Respo…

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Asking questions that scale, with AG1’s Kat Cole 38:46

19d ago38:46

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From traveling the world opening restaurants as a teenager to pioneering new strategies at legacy brands, Kat Cole knows the importance of asking the right questions to forge a path to scale. Host Jeff Berman dives into Cole's fascinating career, exploring how she led teams at iconic brands like Hooters and Cinnabon, applying the lessons to steerin…

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Rapid Response: Reid Hoffman on the business impacts of Trump vs. Harris 25:40

1M ago25:40

25:40

Reid Hoffman's support for Kamala Harris and other Democrats — and distaste for former President Trump — has plunged him into headlines, in opposition to Elon Musk and others. Reid joins Rapid Response host Bob Safian to take us inside Silicon Valley’s reaction to Harris’s presidential bid, why some business leaders are embracing Trump, and what th…

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Rapid Response: What the Democrats' campaign changeup means for business, with Axios’ Alex Thompson 24:43

1M ago24:43

24:43

With Kamala Harris suddenly poised to become the Democratic presidential nominee, expectations have been turned on their head for voters, fundraisers, and the business world. Axios political correspondent Alex Thompson joins Rapid Response host Bob Safian to share what his sources have said behind the scenes about what drove Biden’s decision-making…

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Which start-ups change the future? Investor Mike Maples Jr. with Reid Hoffman 35:28

2M ago35:28

35:28

Silicon Valley investor Mike Maples Jr. is known for having a ‘Midas Touch.’ Think of a tech start-up that has changed your life in the last 20 years, and he was probably helping fuel its growth. Mike talks with host Reid Hoffman about the insights he’s gathered from decades of investing, which he shares in his new national bestseller book: Pattern…

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#85 Gabby B 1:25:08

2M ago1:25:08

1:25:08

The spotlight shines bright on Miami's Gabby B! Gabby B opens up about her humble beginnings, the musical inspirations that shaped her style, and the creative process behind her captivating music videos. She also shares stories about her collaborations with other artists, her recording experiences, and the thrill of performing live. With an impress…

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Saramek aka Will Talks Open Championsip with Rufus amd Jeff 57:14

2M ago57:14

57:14

This week on Bet the Process, annual guest Will joins to chat his journey from soccer to golf, organizational philosophy, the impact of generative AI tools on daily fantasy sports, and their picks for the upcoming Splash Sports contest.Go to splashsports.com/btpBy Bet The Process

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Housing Crisis | Revolutionizing Build-to-Rent Development, with a16z-backed Mosaic CEO Salman Ahmad 50:19

27d ago50:19

50:19

Salman Ahmad is the CEO and Co-founder of a16z-backed Mosaic, a construction technology company that builds software that makes homebuilding more scalable and efficient. Mosaic was founded in 2017 by Salman and Sep Kamvar, whom were two computer scientists working together at MIT and Stanford developing machine learning algorithms applied in the re…

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Rapid Response: What’s the next Barbenheimer? with The Ankler’s Janice Min 25:48

2M ago25:48

25:48

Summer’s not so hot at the movie theaters, and the same goes for streaming. Nothing’s come close to last year’s Barbie-Oppenheimer success, and Janice Min of entertainment news startup Ankler Media can’t say she’s surprised. Janice vets Hollywood’s offerings for the summer entertainment cycle, weighs in on deals from Paramount/Skydance to the astro…

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Liquid Death’s Mike Cessario: Trust your taste 34:58

1M ago34:58

34:58

Can drinking water look cool? That was the driving question behind Liquid Death founder Mike Cessario’s big business idea. Since launching its first tallboy cans of water in 2019, Liquid Death has used humor, design and smirk-worthy marketing to grow into a beverage company valued at $1.4 billion. Mike talks with host Jeff Berman about how he built…

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Matt Trenhaile Joins Bet the Process 2:06:39

2M ago2:06:39

2:06:39

This week on Bet the Process, Matthew Trenhaile (@Matthew_Trench on X) joins to take the record for longest BTP episode yet. Matthew is a betting expert and former bookmaker who shares his opinions on a wide range of topics, including market making, the US presidential election, risk management by very successful bettors, and much more.…

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Rapid Response: Team USA’s bold plan for Paris, with US Olympic & Paralympic Committee CEO Sarah Hirshland 26:14

2M ago26:14

26:14

With 346 events over 17 days at this summer’s Paris Olympics, how do we zero in on the most important events, storylines, and takeaways? CEO of the US Olympic and Paralympic Committee, Sarah Hirshland, returns to Rapid Response to provide an insider’s guide, including a preview of Team USA’s strategy. Hirshland also talks about the latest Chinese d…

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Ron Howard: Evolve your vision (Encore) 34:12

1M ago34:12

34:12

This week, Masters of Scale is bringing back one of our favorite episodes. It’s Reid Hoffman’s conversation with Ron Howard, the legendary director, producer, actor, and co-founder of Imagine Entertainment. In this episode, Ron shares how he manages the balance between staying true to his vision, while also embracing change. It’s a crucial topic fo…

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#84 Erica Dawn Lyle (Scam Zine/Chickenhead) 2:27:14

2M ago2:27:14

2:27:14

The story writer, experimental musician, and cultural instigator, Erica Dawn Lyle (Scam Zine, Chickenhead) Join us as Erica Dawn Lyle takes a journey down memory lane, revisiting her time in Florida from 1987-1993 and 1995-1997. She shares stories of her early days in Boca Raton, her experiences at the Punk House in Ft. Lauderdale, and squatting in…

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Rapid Response: Why the fashion industry needs a makeover, with Imran Amed 29:52

2M ago29:52

29:52

The fashion world is at a sudden inflection point. Big luxury players are struggling, e-commerce markets are floundering, and ultra-fast players like Shein are disrupting. The Business of Fashion’s Imran Amed takes us inside the tumult, providing a framework to understand the trends and their larger economic impact. Plus: how manufacturers are adap…

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Grammarly CEO Rahul Roy-Chowdhury: Trust, AI, and the future of work 34:04

2M ago34:04

34:04

New AI products are rapidly changing the landscape for businesses. This is especially true for the writing tool Grammarly. The $13 billion dollar software company’s CEO Rahul Roy-Chowdhury has taken the helm in the midst of a profound disruption. Host Jeff Berman talks to Rahul about how his time at Google helped prepare him for this moment, why he…

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Rufus and Jeff Get Political with Dan Rosenheck of the Economist 1:17:30

2M ago1:17:30

1:17:30

This week on Bet the Process, Jeff and Rufus welcome Dan Rosenheck, the editor of the Economist’s data team, to talk election forecasting and how Dan has built his model, including political polarization and past polling errors. They also compare pro golfers to wines.By Bet The Process

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Rapid Response: Slutty Vegan wants to be the next Shake Shack, with founder Pinky Cole 23:25

2M ago23:25

23:25

While many plant-based food brands have struggled recently, Pinky Cole’s fast food chain Slutty Vegan keeps growing, with new restaurants across the U.S. Pinky sits down with Rapid Response host Bob Safian to explain how she’s scaling the brand despite lawsuits, social media attacks and a flurry of vegan restaurant competitor closures. Pinky also s…

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Rufus Discusses Losing $300k on DeChambeau Winning US Open 49:20

3M ago49:20

49:20

This week on Bet the Process, Rufus breaks down his process for betting against Bryson DeChambeau in the U.S. Open (spoiler alert: Bryson DeChambeau won) and Jeff and Rufus recap the CalcuttaBy Bet The Process

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You could start a company this weekend, w/Noah Kagan 32:23

2M ago32:23

32:23

Entrepreneur Noah Kagan wants everyone to feel empowered to start a business. That’s the core message of his new book, Million Dollar Weekend. He’s founded multiple companies worth at least a million dollars, including AppSumo. That’s his software marketplace worth more than $80 million. Noah shares lessons from his scale journey, and from the earl…

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#83 Bobby Pignato (One Dog's Opinion) 1:41:58

3M ago1:41:58

1:41:58

The untold story of 90s cowpunk Florida band, ONE DOG'S OPINION (Palm Beach) with Bobby Pignato Join us, as Bobby Pignato (singer, songwriter, guitarist) tells the untold story of West Palm Beach cowpunk band, One Dog's Opinion. Bobby shares his own personal journey, growing up in Palm Beach, seeing shows at Respectable Street (longest standing mus…

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Housing Crisis | The Rise of Home Equity Investments, with Point Co-founder Eoin Matthews 38:03

2M ago38:03

38:03

Eoin Matthews is the Co-founder at Point, a home equity investment company making home equity wealth accessible to homeowners without creating a monthly debt obligation. Homeowners get upfront funds from Point in return for a portion of your home’s future appreciation. Point recently announced an oversubscribed $141M securitization, which marked it…

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Rapid Response: Power moves for the planet, w/GE Vernova CEO Scott Strazik 23:10

2M ago23:10

23:10

Can nuclear energy, solar and wind farms, and carbon capture scale fast enough to save the planet? GE Vernova CEO Scott Strazik joins Rapid Response host Bob Safian on stage at the Climatech conference in Boston to detail how green energy is evolving in 2024. GE Vernova is a new company spun out from General Electric, and helps power around a quart…

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Don’t stop learning: How Cornerstone kept scaling, w/Adam Miller 33:00

2M ago33:00

33:00

Founded at the dawn of the dot-com era, entrepreneur Adam Miller’s original concept for Cornerstone was a kind of Netflix for adult education: training courses through CD-ROMs. Migrating to online offerings for major corporate clients, Adam steered the company through tough times that included an encounter with a loan shark, markets collapsing, and…

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PGA Tour Pro Michael Kim Joins Rufus and Jeff | Sponsored by Splash Sports 58:31

3M ago58:31

58:31

This week on Bet the Process, pro golfer Michael Kim joins and chats how he preps for major tournaments, his favorite courses, and how he overcame setbacks in his game. Also, Jeff and Rufus share their picks for Splash Sports US Open Tiers contest.Splashsports.com/btpBy Bet The Process

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Rapid Response: Taking over when tragedy strikes, w/Guild's Bijal Shah 23:45

3M ago23:45

23:45

After Guild’s founding CEO suffered a stroke at the age of just 34, Bijal Shah was tapped to take the helm. Shah joins Rapid Response to share the story behind the emotional leadership change, and how she wrestled with the immense responsibility of shepherding a company out of crisis. Shah also discusses how Taylor Swift inspires her leadership, an…

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Tinker your way to scale: James Dyson 29:56

2M ago29:56

29:56

James Dyson's journey to building a global invention enterprise began with a simple goal: to build a better vacuum. After 5,000+ prototypes and years of precise tinkering, his innovative bagless vacuum was ready. But none of the big brand names wanted it. So he started the Dyson company, betting that customers would be swayed by new technology, bet…

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ESPN’s Kevin Pelton Joins to Talk NBA Finals 53:56

3M ago53:56

53:56

This week on Bet the Process, NBA analyst Kevin Pelton joins to chat the Finals, including strategies for each team and the chances of the MVP coming from the losing team. Jeff and Rufus also discuss recent sports betting scandals.By Bet The Process

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Rapid Response: Crypto’s new chapter, w/Crypto Council for Innovation’s Sheila Warren 25:05

3M ago25:05

25:05

For anyone skeptical about crypto hype, Sheila Warren explains why it is here to stay, and what you might be overlooking. As CEO of the Crypto Council for Innovation, Warren joins Rapid Response to take us inside today’s crypto resurgence, in which 1 out of 5 Americans hold crypto in some fashion. Warren shares the story behind Congress’ recent bip…

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#82 Dre Aguero (Foolproof) 56:38

2M ago56:38

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Join us, as Dre Aguero tells the story of his musical journey in Miami, FL. Dre is best remembered as the vocalist for beloved Miami pop-punk band, Foolproof (1996-2002). Other Miami bands to Dre's credit are Caught Inside (drums), Arsenal88 (vocals), and Madrina (drums). [Recorded: 05/26/24] Music: Arsenal88 - Shook Up (2010) Foolproof - Senseless…

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Bonus: Angela Duckworth’s “No Stupid Questions” Podcast 39:13

2M ago39:13

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Masters of Scale guest, psychologist, and “Grit” author Angela Duckworth also hosts the podcast “No Stupid Questions.” With her co-host, entrepreneur and executive Mike Maughn, she takes up questions on deep issues like purpose and productivity. In this episode called “Do You Need a Routine?” Angela and Mike share notes from their personal lives, c…

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