Best Kelli | COO Podcasts (2024)

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112. The Diary of a $30M COO with Barrett Brooks 35:25

5h ago35:25

35:25

David speaks with Barrett Brooks, a writer and executive coach specialising in guiding mission-driven founders and creators through emotional and strategic barriers to business growth. His writing focuses on leaders and companies tackling critical societal issues such as climate change, biodiversity, education, food systems, healthcare, and circula…

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It's Veda Time 1:42:53

11m ago1:42:53

1:42:53

This week we welcome in somebody that has literally done it all in the wrestling business from training as an ending talent to commentary to backstage work. Veda Scott has done a lot in professional wrestling. She joins us this week to talk about the women’s revolution in professional wrestling as well as a one night only knockouts knock down pay-p…

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Reclaim Your American Dream: Strategies for Restoring Freedom 30:19

23m ago30:19

30:19

Are our freedoms under siege? In this episode, Joe De Sena is talking to an amazing guest - Connor Boyack, an author, speaker, and staunch advocate for personal freedom and education. They tackle the unsettling rise of Big Government and the danger of becoming a Nanny State. As bureaucratic regulations multiply and control tightens, we’re faced wit…

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Harnessing the Entrepreneurial Spirit with Dr. Chris Cetta 34:50

4h ago34:50

34:50

Welcome to the Golden Age of Orthodontics with Dr. Leon Klempner and co-host Amy Epstein. In today's episode, we're excited to visit with a dear friend, Dr. Chris Cetta, the co-inventor of the precision aligner button and host of the Illuminate Orthodontic Podcast. Dr. Cetta will share the story behind licensing the precision aligner button and off…

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#203 CEO Niantic, John Hanke: Buried Ships 1:09:17

1d ago1:09:17

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Guest: John Hanke, CEO of Niantic When Pokémon Go launched, Niantic CEO John Hanke was enjoying a tranquil walk through a bamboo forest near Kyoto with his son. When he got back, it was all hands on deck: Building on a platform Niantic had developed for its previous game, Ingress, Pokémon Go was a runaway success story, earning $100 million dollars…

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111. Resilience, Healing, and Creative Dysregulation with Kelly Wilde Miller 32:03

5d ago32:03

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David speaks with Kelly Wilde Miller, an emerging writer and speaker giving voice to the necessity of authentic self-expression. She is a self-help author, who wrote and published her first book in 5-days, an award-winning speaker & creator of the growing newsletter Wild on Purpose. They talked about: 🌀 The concept of creative dysregulation 💼 How t…

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#26 - Laura Gabor [Canada vs USA Investing], Co-founder & COO, Ecologicca; Founder, What in the Tech 36:29

5d ago36:29

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In this episode of How I Became, I spoke to Laura Gabor. She is the co-founder & COO at ecologicca, the founder of What in the Tech, and avid investor and loves community building. We discuss her fundraising experiences in the US and how it compares in Canada, noting differences in risk tolerance and capital availability. She shares her journey wit…

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The Kelly Element of Wrestling 1:24:50

6d ago1:24:50

1:24:50

This week former WWE/NJPW/ROH announcer Kevin Kelly is the toast of the town. When he got into the WWE in 1996 it only took him four months to go from a backstage interviewer to announcing RAW with Jim Ross and Jerry Lawler. Kevin has been the main announcer wherever he went outside of one place. We will talk all about his time in the wrestling bus…

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One Man's Relentless Pursuit of Fitness and Health with Clark Bartram 31:39

7d ago31:39

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In this episode, Joe de Sena is having a powerful conversation with fitness icon Clark Bartram, who is on a mission to inspire men to embrace a life of resilience, purpose, and health. This 60-year-old “fitness anomaly” shares his philosophy on making small, daily choices that can have a profound impact on your well-being. His message is both thoug…

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#64 - Maurice Terzini, Icebergs and more... 1:18:45

7d ago1:18:45

1:18:45

Founder Maurice Terzini is best known for stamping his indelible mark and style on both the Sydney and Melbourne dining experience. His long history in the hospitality industry and gift for fostering lasting creative relationships have seen him establish not only some of Australia’s most iconic dining venues, but also a number of Sydney’s most reco…

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#202 Chairman of Qualcomm, Mark McLaughlin: The Right Pitch 1:13:24

8d ago1:13:24

1:13:24

Guest: Mark McLaughlin, chairman of the board at Qualcomm When he was 24, Mark McLaughlin thought his career was over. Since childhood, he had dreamed of attending West Point and joining the Army, but a helicopter crash left him unable to serve, with a medical discharge. However, the crash also let him stay closer to his then-girlfriend Karen. They…

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Women in Sports Leadership: Breaking Barriers and Shaping the Future 38:22

15d ago38:22

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Send us a Text Message. In this exciting episode, Laura and Tessa welcome special guests Jenna McLaughlin and Katie Bell from Korn Ferry to discuss the evolving landscape of women's leadership in professional sports. Key topics include: Unique challenges faced by women leaders in sports Strategies for preparing and supporting women executives The i…

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110. Curiosity, Novelty and Education with Danielle Strachman 38:36

12d ago38:36

38:36

David speaks with Danielle Strachman, a co-founder and general partner of 1517, a venture capital fund that invests in technology startups founded by dropouts and unconventional thinkers. She was on the founding team of the Thiel Fellowship, leading its design and operations, and founded Innovations Academy, a K-8 charter school in San Diego focuse…

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Talking Shop with Penzer 1:47:10

14d ago1:47:10

1:47:10

This week David Penzer returns to the show and many things change since he has been on. David talks about his new book that is out now, “Sitting Ringside.” The book has taken you through getting into the business and then becoming the lead ring announcer for WCW. David goes into detail about meeting with Jim Ross about going over to WWE when WCW cl…

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Become an Unstoppable Spartan with F3 | Frank Schwartz 30:39

17d ago30:39

30:39

In this captivating episode, join Joe De Sena, the founder of Spartan, and Frank Schwartz, the CEO of F3 Nation, as they dive deep into the transformative power of fitness, fellowship, and faith. Discover how these two dynamic leaders are on a mission to inspire men to break free from self-limiting beliefs and unlock their true potential. Hear the …

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#201 CEO Lyft, David Risher: The Ride 1:16:25

15d ago1:16:25

1:16:25

Guest: David Risher, CEO of Lyft David Risher can measure his career in phone calls, from the one that introduced him to Jeff Bezos in 1995, to the call from the Lyft board in 2023, asking him to vie for the CEO job. But initially, he believed his life’s legacy might be the nonprofit Worldreader, which has brought books to more than 22 million read…

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#25 - Anjali Dhaliwal [Shroomz & Business Planning], Co-founder & CEO @ Avo. 35:57

20d ago35:57

35:57

"You determine what your life is. Everyone is going to be dealt bad cards. It's your choice on how you handle those." Anjali, co-founder of AVO, shares her journey in entrepreneurship and the founding of AVO, a copy trading platform for cryptocurrencies. She discusses the importance of financial literacy and how her upbringing and parents' emphasis…

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NWA's Own & COO Joe Galli 2:05:08

20d ago2:05:08

2:05:08

Being at a promotion from the beginning is key and our guest this week did just that. Joe Galli started with the NWA at the early stages after Billy Corgan bought the promotion. While at Championship Wrestling From Hollywood Billy approached Joe about being the voice of the NWA. This was something that Joe couldn’t say no to; and continues to be th…

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109. Purpose, Passion, and Perseverance with Barrett Brooks 40:14

19d ago40:14

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David speaks with Barrett Brooks, a writer and executive coach specialising in guiding mission-driven founders and creators through emotional and strategic barriers to business growth. His writing focuses on leaders and companies tackling critical societal issues such as climate change, biodiversity, education, food systems, healthcare, and circula…

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Forge Unbreakable Mental Resilience with Dr. Brandon Orr 31:15

21d ago31:15

31:15

In this captivating episode, cognitive specialist Dr. Brandon Orr and Spartan founder Joe De Sena dive deep into the neuroscience behind unlocking your brain's full potential. Discover proven strategies to build unbreakable mental resilience, conquer self-doubt and anxiety, and develop the grit and determination of elite performers. Learn how to si…

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#200 CEO and Co-Founder Together AI, Vipul Ved Prakash w/ Bucky Moore: Super Cycle 55:29

22d ago55:29

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Guests: Vipul Ved Prakash, CEO and co-founder of Together AI; and Bucky Moore, partner at Kleiner Perkins No one knows for sure whether the future of AI will be driven more by research labs and AI-native companies, or by enterprises applying the technology to their own data sets. But one thing is for sure, says Together AI CEO and co-founder Vipul …

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The Story of Carbon Robotics with Paul Mikesell 39:07

25d ago39:07

39:07

Innovation is crucial for overcoming industry challenges in agriculture. Carbon Robotics, led by visionary founder and CEO Paul Mikesell, is transforming crop management with its groundbreaking laser weeding technology. Paul Mikesell’s journey to founding Carbon Robotics is marked by his deep expertise in tech, with significant roles in companies l…

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108. Decisions, Self-Integration, and the Power of Alter Egos with Kelly Wilde Miller 36:04

1M ago36:04

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David speaks with Kelly Wilde Miller, an emerging writer and speaker giving voice to the necessity of authentic self-expression. She is a self-help author, who wrote and published her first book in 5-days, an award-winning speaker & creator of the growing newsletter Wild on Purpose. They talked about: 🔑 The impact of intentional decisions 🕵️‍♀️ Kel…

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Behind The Scenes Of The Writer in WWE 1:59:50

1M ago1:59:50

1:59:50

The best hand in the business joins the show this week as we welcome former WWE Creative Director Tommy Blacha to the show. After leaving the Conan O’Brien Show in 1999 Tommy made his way to the then WWF. As one of the top writers with the company at that time he was responsible for a number of memorable stories in WWF; including the Mark Henry and…

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The Power of Handwritten Letters with Amy Daughters 15:37

1M ago15:37

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Joining us today is Amy Daughters, an award-winning author and keynote speaker. Amy is passionate about reintroducing the personal touch that seems to have slipped through our fingers in this era dominated by digital communication. She advocates for reviving the cherished yet almost forgotten practice of handwriting letters. Tune in every third Wed…

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Hack Your Performance in Special Forces Style with Dr. Reggie O’Hara 23:09

28d ago23:09

23:09

Discover the secrets of elite performers straight from a Special Forces expert! In this episode, Dr. Reginald O'Hara who has been working with special forces in the Department of Defense for 23 years. reveals how top soldiers push their limits and stay sharp. He explains game-changing techniques to boost your own performance, from breathing tricks …

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#199 CEO & Co-Founder Klaviyo, Andrew Bialecki: High Slope 1:00:23

29d ago1:00:23

1:00:23

Guest: Andrew Bialecki, CEO of Klaviyo Whenever the marketing platform Klaviyo is hiring, says CEO Andrew Bialecki, “we sort of don't care so much what skills you have.” Instead, the company looks for “high slope” individuals who are curious and able to continually learn new things. “A big turnoff for me is [when] somebody says, ‘Oh, well, I was ne…

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Cultivating Courage to Overcome Fear and Achieve Your Goals with Margie Warrell 32:19

1M ago32:19

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Send us a Text Message. On this episode, we speak with author and speaker Margie Warrell about developing the courage needed to take risks and break through barriers. Margie shares stories from her childhood on a rural farm in Australia and how those experiences taught her the importance of courage and embracing discomfort. She discusses tools for …

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107. Race, Climate, and Health Inequities with Layal Liverpool 40:23

1M ago40:23

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David speaks with Layal Liverpool, an author and science journalist with expertise in biomedical science, particularly virology and immunology. She worked as a biomedical researcher at University College London and the University of Oxford in the UK. Her writing has appeared in Nature, New Scientist, WIRED, the Guardian, and elsewhere, and she has …

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Let's Talk To The Coach 2:23:21

1M ago2:23:21

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It’s time to bring one of the most recognizable faces in WWE history and a man that has done so much in wrestling and beyond. This week we bring in Jonathan Coachman to Refin It Up. From 1999-2008 Coach was a part of the WWE and had some of the greatest backstage segments with the likes of The Rock and so many more top talent in the WWE. After leav…

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3 Simple Changes to Transform Your Health, Wellness, and Energy with Yuri Elkaim 27:04

1M ago27:04

27:04

Most people struggle with low energy, willpower, and motivation. But what if you could feel energized and excited about life again? In this episode, former pro soccer player turned health entrepreneur Yuri Elkaim shares his unexpected journey from playing on the world stage to finding a new purpose through wellness. Yuri reveals the single change t…

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Analyzing Ortho Practice Software with April Lowry from PracticeTek 40:44

1M ago40:44

40:44

Welcome to the Golden Age of Orthodontics, where innovation meets expertise. Join host Dr. Leon Klempner and co-host Amy Epstein as they delve into the cutting-edge advancements shaping the world of orthodontics. In today's episode, we're excited to welcome April Lowry, the Director of Product at Aura and Dental Product Management at PracticeTek. A…

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#198 CEO and Co-Founder Wayfair, Niraj Shah: Homeward 54:42

1M ago54:42

54:42

Guest: Niraj Shah, CEO and co-founder of Wayfair Wayfair CEO Niraj Shah caught the entrepreneurship bug in his mid-20s, when he and his longtime co-founder Steve Conine sold their first company just a few years out of college. They left the acquirer and independently realized “we absolutely wanted to start something else,” Niraj recalls. “Once you’…

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#24 - Kaaveh Shoamanesh [Democratizing Privilege for the 99%], Founder & CEO @ Plaiced. 44:19

2M ago44:19

44:19

Being the dumbest person in the room can drive success; Feeling Dumb and facing failures; How growing up with a mom with schizophrenia shapes your world; Taking Action and Tying Value to Purpose; Bootstrapping vs VC and staying true to your north star; These are just a few themes of this episode. Kaaveh shares his journey from Canada to LA and his …

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106. The Secret Weapons of Colonialism with Charles C. Mann 42:34

2M ago42:34

42:34

David speaks with Charles C. Mann, a journalist and author, specializing in scientific topics. He is the author of the bestselling books 1491, which won the National Academies Communication Award for Best Book of the Year, 1493, and The Wizard and the Prophet. He is the co-author of four books, and contributing editor for Science, The Atlantic Mont…

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Wearing the Stwipes-Ref Fit 1:45:27

2M ago1:45:27

1:45:27

You can be physically fit or mentally fit but this week we are REF FIT with our guest, NWA Referee Jarrod Fritz. Being trained by some great wrestlers got Jarrod in shape to make his in ring debut as a wrestler and then transitioned into being one of the best referees today in wrestling. Brian and Jarrod met young into Jarrod’s career and quickly b…

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F45's Revival: Inside Tom Dowd's Successful Turnaround of a Fitness Brand 36:44

1M ago36:44

36:44

In this episode, fitness mogul Tom Dowd reveals how he went from working long hours in his family's supermarket business to partnering with Mark Wahlberg and saving struggling franchise F45. Growing up instilled a strong work ethic in Dowd, but his biggest test came when he took over F45 in crisis. Through strategic partnerships, focusing on cultur…

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Farewell to Sue Unerman 32:49

1M ago32:49

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Join us in bidding farewell to Sue Unerman as she leaves EssenceMediacom for exciting new opportunities. Sue's tenure at EM has been marked by innovation and passion. Tune in as we celebrate her journey, her love for New Orleans, and her undying admiration for Bob Dylan. Thanks Sue, for the inspiration and memories!…

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#197 CEO, Chairman & Founder Zscaler, Jay Chaudhry: No Attachment 43:17

1M ago43:17

43:17

Guest: Jay Chaudhry, CEO, chairman, and founder of Zscaler Much of the media coverage of Zscaler CEO Jay Chaudhry is quick to identify him as the wealthiest Indian-American person, with a net worth of $10.8 billion. But to hear Jay himself tell it, that number has never been very important to him: “My family had no money,” he says of his childhood …

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105. Dreams, Doubts and Creative Conflict with Kelly Wilde Miller 35:01

2M ago35:01

35:01

David speaks with Kelly Wilde Miller, a writer and speaker giving voice to the necessity of authentic self-expression. She is a self-help author who was challenged to write and publish her first book in 5-days, an award-winning speaker and creator of the growing newsletter Wild on Purpose. They talked about: 📉 Lessons from missed opportunities 🎭 Fi…

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Bollywood to Hollywood 1:31:32

2M ago1:31:32

1:31:32

Harv and Gurv, The Bollywood Boys have seen alot in the business over the last decade wrestling. We welcome them to the show this week to talk about their time in WWE and some of the people that helped them out in and outside the ring. Growing up in Vancouver they had two loves professional wrestling and the Vancouver Canucks. Harv and Gurv talk ab…

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#23 - Drew Train [Make Good Money], CEO & Co-founder @ Oberland. 41:19

2M ago41:19

41:19

Drew Train set up shop as Co-Founder and President of OBERLAND, the agency for purpose-driven brands, with Bill Oberlander in May of 2014. Previously, Drew started the social-good practice at J. Walter Thompson New York, called JWT Ethos. He now frames the go-to-market approach for OBERLAND and runs the business with purpose-driven marketing at the…

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#63 - Julie-Anne Whitfield & Will Stewart 1:09:53

2M ago1:09:53

1:09:53

R U OK? is a public health promotion charity that encourages people to stay connected and have conversations that can help others through difficult times in their lives.Our work focuses on building the motivation, confidence and skills of the help-giver – the person who can have a meaningful conversation with someone who is struggling with life.R U…

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Advancing Pay Equity, Social Justice, and Happiness at Work with Sally Loftis 24:48

2M ago24:48

24:48

Send us a Text Message. This week on Happy at Work, Laura and Tessa sit down with Sally Loftis, founder of Loftis Partners and author of The Pay Equity Guide for Non-Profits. Sally shares insights from over 30 years working at the intersection of HR, organization development, and social justice. Sally discusses the importance of considering the ful…

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Make Profit in Tropical Paradise: Investing in Zanzibar with Kalojan Georgiev 22:30

2M ago22:30

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In this episode, Joe De Sena, chats with his friend Kalojan Georgiev, currently residing in Zanzibar. Kalojan provides an engaging insight into the untapped potential of Zanzibar as a prime investment destination and a wonderful place to live. Kalojan highlights the significant return on investment in Zanzibar, which can reach up to 15-20%, far exc…

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#196 CEO and Co-Founder Braze, Bill Magnuson: Principles of Change 57:12

2M ago57:12

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Guest: Bill Magnuson, CEO and co-founder of Braze The deployment of smartphones around the world was more impactful than any other technology to date, says Braze CEO Bill Magnuson — and that has big implications for emerging fields like generative AI. “If we get to the point where they [LLMs] really can be useful, human-like companions ... they wil…

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Verity Campion, VP, Client Partner BT Group at EMX 17:08

2M ago17:08

17:08

This week on Connected, Sue and Sacha sit down with VP Client Partner BT Group, Verity Campion. Verity is a media professional with over 20 years experience both in-house and agency side. Thriving in fast paced environments, Verity has worked across a large and diverse portfolio of accounts including BT Group, P&G, Associated British Foods, Ubisoft…

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#22 - Brett Willms [Is Pivot a Bad Word?], Serial Inventor, Founder @ Laetro. 41:47

2M ago41:47

41:47

Brett Willms shares his journey as an entrepreneur, starting from a young age when he played a game with his mom to imagine things that should be there in the environment. His foray into problem identification. He developed a practice of coming up with ideas to make the world better, which became a formative practice. At Google, he learned about st…

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104. Systemic Racism and Healthcare with Layal Liverpool 39:24

2M ago39:24

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David speaks with Layal Liverpool, an author and science journalist with expertise in biomedical science, particularly virology and immunology. She worked as a biomedical researcher at the University College London and the University of Oxford in the UK. Her writing has appeared in Nature, New Scientist, WIRED, the Guardian, and elsewhere, and she …

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Wrestling's Band: Downstait 1:57:56

2M ago1:57:56

1:57:56

This week we have adrenaline in our soul as we welcome the very talented band Downstait. Being together as a band since the early 2000s Downstait has become one of the most recognizable bands to produce some of the best wrestling themes of all time. They set their goals high and have accomplished some of them but have a few that they still want to …

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