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On CougarTales: The Podcast we follow the adventures of the incredible students, faculty, and alumni of the Brigham Young University Executive MBA program. We highlight the achievements and backgrounds of our guests as they share their unique stories and what led us all to BYU. We’ll also talk with friends of BYU not directly associated with the program to learn, grow, and expand our network. Join us on our journey as we enter to learn and go forth to serve.
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The CEO of the largest single investor in the world, Norges Bank Investment Management, interviews leaders of some of the largest companies in the world. You will get to know the leader, their strategy, leadership principles, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Freight Buyers’ Club podcast is a new home for anyone with a professional interest in international trade, container shipping, procurement, logistics and air cargo. Each episode your host, award-winning journalist Mike King, will be speaking to leading decision-makers, analysts, journalists, operators and shippers to get their take on current freight and logistics markets and the challenges and opportunities ahead. You can subscribe to receive each episode direct to your inbox at: thefre ...
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Navigating Zero - Global Trade’s Powerful Wave of Change is a podcast from ZeroNorth that explores the significant challenges facing the maritime industry on its journey towards a sustainable future. There’s no denying we are facing a climate crisis, and all industries must do their part to reach zero emissions. Maritime trade is critical to today’s society but is also responsible for roughly 3% of all greenhouse gas emissions. A future where global trade reaches zero carbon emissions is pos ...
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Lars Jensen: What the 2025 liner alliance restructure means for shippers
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Erin Meyer: Cross-cultural management, leadership and trust
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How do cultural differences influence the way we interact and communicate? What defines an ideal organizational culture? And what influence have the Vikings had on Scandinavian corporate culture? In this episode, Nicolai welcomes Erin Meyer, a leading specialist in cross-cultural management and author of "The Culture Map." Erin shares fascinating i…
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Today on the program, I talk with Lars Peterson. Lars is a fellow student in the EMBA class of 2025 and is a a Fleet Management Specialist for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. In this episode, we get to know Lars. He shares about how his graduate studies at BYU required the right timing, some of the lessons he learned growing up pro…
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PG&E CEO Patricia Poppe: Joy in the workplace and Leading with love
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The Californian energy company Pacific Gas & Electric Company (PG&E) serves millions of customers across the state. However, massive wildfires left the company in bits and pieces. A new CEO was appointed, Patricia Kessler Poppe, and she’s built the company up from bankruptcy to having millions of customers, with special emphasis on leading with lov…
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Season 2, Episode 4: Dual-Fuel Engines and the Green Transition with Bjarne Foldager
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Global trade has not yet reached a consensus on green fuels. However, dual-fuel engines represent a step in the right direction, enabling incremental progress as further research is conducted. In this episode, Lora Jakobsen, Chief Purpose Activist at ZeroNorth sits down with Bjarne Foldager, Senior Vice President and Head Of Two-Stroke Business at …
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Why strike action by ILA dockworkers at US East and Gulf Coast ports will have global ramifications
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In this extended clip from #EP23 of The Freight Buyers' Club, hosted by industry veteran Mike King and produced with the support of Dimerco Express Group, Lars Jensen, one of the world’s foremost container shipping and supply chain analysts, explains why any union action at US East Coast and Gulf Coast ports will have global ramifications.…
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Welcome to Cougar Tales: The Podcast, your one-stop shop to learn about the students and faculty of the BYU Executive MBA Program. Today on the show, I talk with Elizabeth Elder. Elizabeth is a fellow student in the EMBA class of 2025 and works as a Realtor for Lotus Real Estate. In this episode, we get to know Elizabeth. She shares about how a job…
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Jane Sun: Travel, crisis management and female leadership
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When you are a travel company, how do you deal with a global pandemic? Trip.com CEO Jane Sun joins Nicolai Tangen in Oslo and share their most memorable trips and experiences. They also talk about corporate culture, AI in customer service, the travel industry and career building. Sun shares her view on female leadership, and gender equality in the …
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Lars Jensen: Geopolitics, Looming Port Strikes and the Future of Container Shipping
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In this episode of The Freight Buyers' Club, hosted by industry veteran Mike King and produced with the support of Dimerco Express Group, Mike interviews Lars Jensen, one of the world’s foremost container shipping and supply chain analysts. As CEO of Vespucci Maritime, Lars brings his unparalleled expertise to the table to discuss the pressing issu…
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Today on the program, I talk with David Chen. David is a fellow student in the EMBA class of 2025 and currently works as a compliance officer for Morgan Stanley. In this episode, we get to know David. He tells us about how he works everyday to put client interests first and protect the reputation of his employer. We also discusses how under appreci…
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Magnus Carlsen: Chess, Investing and Strategic thinking
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How can strategic thinking in chess be applied to investing? In this episode Magnus Carlsen and Nicolai Tangen discuss the comparison between business investing and chess. They also talk about risk, how to recover after losses, AI in chess, strategizing against different opponents and how to always explore and stay curious. Magnus also reflects on …
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Season 2, Episode 3: Science and the Evolving Intersection of Global Trade, Policy, and Ecological Limits
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The intersections of global trade, policy, and ecological limits are discussed by Katherine Richardson, a professor of Biological Oceanography, leader of the Sustainability Science Centre at Copenhagen University and former chairman of the Danish Climate Commission. She delves into the concept of planetary boundaries and planetary commons, highligh…
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Rerun: Lars Fruergaard Jørgensen CEO of Novo Nordisk
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Rerun: “I'm very concerned that European citizens will have lack of access or much lower access to some of the new medicines” says CEO of Novo Nordisk. He also share some interesting perspectives about the importance of purpose and their new weight loss drug. The production team on this episode were PLAN-B’s Niklas Figenschau Johansen and Nikolai O…
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Are US legislators targeting the Shanghai Shipping Exchange? FMC Chairman Daniel Maffei
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In this clip from EP21 of The Freight Buyers Club, produced with the support of Dimerco Express Group, host Mike King is talking with Federal Maritime Commission Chairman Daniel Maffei.By Mike King
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Season 2, Episode 2: Container Shipping and the Green Agenda with Vespucci Maritime’s Lars Jensen
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The container shipping industry faces unique challenges in transitioning to greener practices. External factors have driven a period of rapid growth and profit since the late 20th century. However, major disruptions such as the 2008 financial crisis, the COVID-19 pandemic, and the 2024 Red Sea Crisis have significantly impacted the industry. Amid t…
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Rerun: Morgan Stanley Chair and CEO: Succession, culture, stress, and leadership
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Rerun: James Gorman, one of the most successful CEOs in the world of banking, is stepping down as CEO and shares unique insights into the world of banking, investing, and leadership. He also shares how he reviews talent, and the immense stress and pressure that come with a job like his. The production team on this episode were PLAN-B's Nikolai Oven…
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New FMC Detention & Demurrage Rules Explained: Are Dispute Mechanisms Open to SMEs?
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In this extended clip from Episode 21 of The Freight Buyers' Club, Federal Maritime Commission Chairman Daniel Maffei explains the latest D&D rule changes, how shippers can protect themselves from unfair fees, and how the FMC is SMEs. FBC is produced with the support of Dimerco Express Group and is available on all podcast platforms and YouTube.…
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Rerun: Jensen Huang Founder and CEO of Nvidia
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Rerun: What’s the most important problems that AI can solve? How close are we to artificial general intelligence? And how can we use AI responsibly? Tune in and find out! The production team on this episode were PLAN-B’s Nikolai Ovenberg and Niklas Figenschau Johansen. Background research was done by Sigurd Brekke with additional input from our por…
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What would an escalation of the US-China trade war mean for the US economy. Is decoupling feasible?
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In this extended clip from EP 22, Mike King is talking to Jason Miller, Eli Broad Professor in Supply Chain Management at Michigan State University, and Jessica Dankert, Vice President Supply Chain, Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) about the economic and trade implications of a ramping up of US tariffs. Who pays for this and what does it …
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Season 2, Episode 1: Efficiency and The Green Transition with the UCL Energy Institute’s Tristan Smith
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To comply with increasingly stringent regulations, the shipping industry must evolve in two ways: by transitioning to greener energy sources and continually optimising for efficiency. Bold change is needed to reach the IMO’s 2030 and 2040 targets - should we be optimistic that the industry is ready to meet them? In this episode, Lora Jakobsen, Chie…
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David Epstein: The power of being a generalist
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In this episode of In Good Company, Nicolai welcomes David Epstein, author of the book Range, which challenges conventional wisdom and illustrates why generalists often thrive in a specialized world. David shares his insights on the advantages of being a generalist, the importance of a sampling period, how embracing diversity and unconventional thi…
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Special Episode - Corporate Voices: Political Strategies for Climate Success
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In this special episode of Navigating Zero, host Lora Jakobsen takes us to Folkemødet on the beautiful island of Bornholm, Denmark. This unique annual political festival aims to bridge the gap between citizens and decision-makers. Lora engages in compelling conversations with top business leaders and industry experts about their strategies and chal…
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Dario Amodei CEO of Anthropic: Claude, New models, AI safety and Economic impact
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How much bigger and more powerful will the next AI models be? Anthropic’s CEO, Dario Amodei, joins Nicolai in Oslo to discuss the latest advancements in AI, the economic impact of this technology, and the importance of responsible scaling. Dario also shares his excitement about the upcoming models and his thoughts on who will profit the most from A…
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Tariffs, Trade Wars and Freight Market Volatility
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In this episode of The Freight Buyers’ Club, produced with the support of Dimerco Express Group, host Mike King and his guests Jessica Dankert, Vice President Supply Chain at the Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA), and Jason Miller, Eli Broad Professor in Supply Chain Management at Michigan State University, examine the complexities and cha…
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Exor CEO John Elkann: Family ownership, Football and Ferrari
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In this episode, Nicolai sits down with John Elkann, CEO of Exor, to discuss the history of the holding company, the importance of family ownership, and the focus on long-term value creation. Exor, controlled by the Agnelli family, has companies like Ferrari, Stellantis, Philips, and the Italian football club Juventus in its portfolio. Altogether, …
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Howard Marks: Oaktree Capital, Investment philosophy, Risk and Randomness
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How can you judge the quality of a decision? Howard Marks is the co-founder of Oaktree Capital and one of the world's most respected investors. In this episode he tells us about how he got started in finance, his investment philosophy, his thoughts on risk management and much more. Tune in for an insightful conversation with one of the greatest min…
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Supply Chain Shake-Ups and Exclusive Insights from FMC Chairman Daniel Maffei
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In this episode of The Freight Buyers' Club, produced with the support of Dimerco Express Group, host Mike King addresses the most critical issues impacting the global supply chain. An exclusive interview with Federal Maritime Commission Chairman Daniel Maffei reveals the potential effects of the forthcoming U.S. presidential elections on the FMC’s…
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Adobe CEO: Creativity, Innovation and Unreasonable expectations
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How can setting unreasonable expectations lead to innovation and success? In this episode, Shantanu Narayen, the CEO of Adobe, shares how early mentorship experiences shaped his approach to leadership. Nicolai and Shantanu also discuss the impact of AI on creativity, the founders' lasting influence on Adobe's culture, Shantanu's upbringing in India…
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Maersk/Hapag-Lloyd's Gemini Cooperation; implications for alliance system and service reliability
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In this clip from EP19 of The Freight Buyers' Club podcast, produced with the support of Dimerco Express Group, host Mike King is chatting to Hua Joo Tan, Founder of Linerlytica, about the 2025 restructuring of the container shipping alliance system. In this clip they also discuss the pros and cons of the Gemini Cooperation partnership between Maer…
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Cal Newport: How to eliminate distractions and stay focused
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What is deep work, and why is it important? Cal Newport is known for his work on productivity and focus, and in this episode, he shares his best advise on how to eliminate distractions and getting things done. Cal and Nicolai also discuss the myths of multitasking, whether four-day work weeks are beneficial and the importance of respecting your att…
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Atlas Copco CEO: Culture, performance, mistakes and accountability
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Why does the Swedish company Atlas Copco produce some of the best CEOs in the world? After 7 years in charge, Mats Rahmström has now stepped down as CEO. In this episode, he talks to Nicolai about excellent leadership, the unique corporate culture at Atlas Copco, his biggest mistake, high expectations for employees and how to maintain speed in the …
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Welcome to the Cougar Tales Podcast, your one-stop shop to learn about the students and faculty of the BYU Executive MBA Program. Today on the show, I talk with Kevin Smith. Kevin is a fellow student in the EMBA class of 2025 and currently works as an Instrumentation and Controls Engineer with Burns and McDonnell. In this episode, we get to know Ke…
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Porsche and Volkswagen CEO: Leadership, iconic cars & Chinese competition
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Join us for an exciting drive with Oliver Blume, the CEO of Porsche & Volkswagen! Oliver talks about his love of cars, the magic of the Porsche 911, Chinese competition in the EV market and how he splits his time leading two companies. When Porsche got listed in 2022, we were a cornerstone investor, and today we own over 1% of Porsche and Volkswage…
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Trans-Pacific Trends and Challenges: Insights from Freight Industry Experts
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This episode of The Freight Buyers’ Club, hosted by Mike King and supported by Dimerco Express Group, delves into current trans-Pacific shipping trends and challenges, particularly in relation air cargo and supply chain dynamics. It features insights from Eric Kulisch, Air Cargo and Supply Chain Editor at FreightWaves and American Shipper, and Kath…
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Welcome to Cougar Tales: The Podcast, your one-stop shop to learn about the students and faculty of the BYU Executive MBA Program. Today on the program, I talk with Emanuel Figueroa. Emanuel is a fellow student in the EMBA class of 2025 and currently works as a compliance officer for USAA. In this episode, we get to know Emanuel. He tells us about …
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Rachel Botsman: How to build and maintain trust
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What is trust, and why is it so easy to tear down? In this episode, world leading expert on trust, Rachel Botsman, addresses the challenges of building and maintaining trust. Nicolai and Rachel explore the key moments that foster trust and the essential elements of building strong, enduring relationships in today's digital world. The production tea…
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Today on the program, I talk with Fabrice Ntambwe-Kalala. Fabrice is a fellow student in the EMBA class of 2025 and currently works as the Director of Global Product Finance at Nu Skin. In this episode, we get to know Fabrice. We talk about his experience growing up in Africa, what athletics has taught him about being a leader, and how Jesus was th…
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Citadel Founder and CEO: Investing, Innovation, Culture, and Politics
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Since founding Citadel in 1990, Ken Griffin has become one of the most successful investors of all time. In this episode, Ken shares his journey from starting Citadel after university, to leading the world's most successful hedge fund. He also shares valuable advice on politics and maintaining resilience in a volatile economic landscape. The produc…
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Marc Andreessen Live at Our Investment Conference: AI, Disruption, US vs. Europe, and Making Money
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Marc Andreessen, a pioneering Silicon Valley entrepreneur and co-founder of the influential venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz, talks to Nicolai Tangen at our annual investment conference. In this engaging conversation, he shares insights on how to make money in today's economy, the global AI race, the competitiveness between Europe and the U…
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Container shipping: Navigating turbulence in 2024
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The current global container shipping landscape, viewed through the lens of freight buyers, rivals the complexity seen during the Covid era. Threats of new US tariffs, shipping and geopolitical risks spanning the Middle East and beyond, and substantial shifts in the liner shipping alliance system are casting significant shadows. In the US market, c…
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Today on the program, I talk with Lizeth Kent. Lizeth is a fellow student in the EMBA class of 2025. Lizeth currently works as a Clinical Pharmacist Lead with Intermountain Medical Center. In this episode, we get to know Lizeth. We talk about her conversion to the Church of Jesus Christ, her experience as an immigrant to Utah from Colombia, and why…
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Shell CEO: Energy, security, transition, and Leadership
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Wael Sawan is a Lebanese Canadian business executive who became CEO of Shell in 2023. He shares unique insights into navigating the complex landscape of energy transition, aiming for sustainability while meeting global energy demands. In this episode, Wael also shares his personal story and advice to young people. The production team for this episo…
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Welcome to Cougar Tales: The Podcast, your one-stop shop to learn about the students and faculty of the BYU Executive MBA Program. As the cohort of 2025 is off exploring Moab, I decided to do something a bit different this week. We’re gonna sit down with someone who is not a current member of the class, nor is she directly connected to the EMBA pro…
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Sal Khan CEO & Founder of Khan Academy: Personalized education, AI and the drive to learn
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In this bonus episode, Sal talks about how he revolutionized global education with his innovative approach to learning. His videos have educated millions across the globe. Sal also shares his journey from hedge funds to educational philanthropy and discusses the transformative power of AI in education. The production team on this episode were PLAN-…
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Welcome to Cougar Tales: The Podcast, your one-stop shop to learn about the students and faculty of the BYU Executive MBA Program. Today on the show, we talk with Gregg Paskett. Gregg is a fellow classmate of the BYU EMBA cohort of 2025. Gregg currently works as a Project Manager with the aerospace company L3 Harris. In this episode, we get to know…
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Navigating the Future of Global Trade and Supply Chains
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In this episode of The Freight Buyers’ Club, host Mike King delves into the current state of global trade amidst geopolitical tensions and disruptions with renowned economist, historian, and journalist, Marc Levinson. They explore the long-term implications for importers, exporters, carriers, and the entire transport ecosystem. From the impact of r…
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Elon Musk: AI, Space, X, Mars, speed and hardcore
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This was a Live recording on X Spaces with Elon Musk. Tune in for his unique insight into the future of AI, space exploration, Mars, free speech and much more. You don’t want to miss this one! The production team on this episode were PLAN-B's Pål Huuse and Niklas Figenschau Johansen. Background research were done by Sigurd Brekke and Isabelle Karls…
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Today on the show, we talk with Lee Petek, fellow classmate from the EMBA class of 2025. Lee currently works as a Sr. Principal Consultant with Cognizant, focusing on Workday Integrations. In this episode, we get to know Lee. We talk about his experience growing up in Taiwan, how he went from majoring in piano performance to business operations man…
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Alibaba co-founder & Chair: China, Jack Ma, AI and basketball
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Joe Tsai is chair and co-founder of Alibaba, one of the world’s largest companies with over a billion consumers. Joe shares unique insight in the Chinese economy and consumer, how he met Jack Ma, and how far behind China is from the US when it comes to AI development. Joe is also a huge sports fan and owns the NBA basketball team Brooklyn Nets. We …
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Episode 10. Ship Building and Policy Changes with SEA Europe’s Christophe Tytgat
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Shipbuilding is subject to the geo-political contexts, trends, and regulations that influence the wider maritime industry. The conflict in Ukraine, competition from Asia, digitalisation, and the maritime talent gap are all affecting how shipbuilders operate. Despite these challenges, ship manufacturers have a practical opportunity to lead the way i…
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