Best Tec Sounds Podcasts (2024)

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Episode #87: Can Business Be a Force for Good? with Dr. Jay Jakub 1:06:56

2h ago1:06:56

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Have you ever thought about how you can solve the world's problems with your ideas? Dr. Jay Jakub believes that businesses can better position itself to solve the bigger problem; whether it be social, or environmental. He recounts the origins of the Economics of Mutuality (EOM) from his time as Senior Director for External Research at Mars, Inc., a…

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The Golden Horseshoe pt 1 : Adventures of the Federated Tec season2 episode 8 42:39

1d ago42:39

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In this two-part adventure, the Tec is sent by a worried wife down to Tijuana, Mexico, to find her husband. Our hero has a swell time south of the border, but when he returns, he finds a house full of murder! Story by Dashiell Hammett, adapted and dramatized by Pete Lutz. CAST: Pete Lutz as THE TEC Noah Diamond as VANCE RICHMOND Amanda Sisk as MRS.…

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Episode #86: Ryan Heckman: The Blue-Collar PE guy 56:48

14d ago56:48

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From Olympian to a backdoor entry into private equity, Ryan Heckman shares his story as a blue-collar PE executive aiming to elevate the industry. He began his career in private equity and, after nearly 20 years, transitioned to leading a successful startup. He later sold this business to a private equity firm. Now, as a co-founder of the groundbre…

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Episode #85: Elevating Capitalism - Profit Versus Profiteering with Chris Marquis 52:20

28d ago52:20

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Profit is essential for business, but what happens when it comes at the expense of society? Join us as we dive into this pressing issue with Chris Marquis, author of "The Profiteers: How Business Privatizes Profit and Socializes Costs." Marquis unpacks how companies often "socialize their costs" through harmful side effects and externalities, leavi…

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Episode #84: An Inspired Entrepreneur Thinking Out of The Box! 36:13

1M ago36:13

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Creating an inspiring company selling blankets? You bet! Bob Dalton, the CEO of Sackcloth and Ashes, embarked on a mission with a unique one-to-one business model: for every blanket sold, another is donated to a homeless shelter. His passion and creativity lead to innovative production methods, collaboration with Indigenous designers, and active en…

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Episode #83: The whole story- the founding, growth and challenges of building Whole Foods 1:21:02

2M ago1:21:02

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In this episode, we welcome John Mackey, the visionary co-founder of Whole Foods Market and co-author of Conscious Capitalism. Hear the compelling story of the origins, challenges, and growth of Whole Foods from co-founder and long-time CEO John Mackey. From 1 store to over 500 stores, John shares important examples and practices of Conscious Capit…

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Episode #82: Purpose-Driven, Values-Based Leadership 52:18

5M ago52:18

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Here the story of Freeman, a family-owned global provider of live event services, through the journey of a third-generation leader in the company. With a legacy of 97 years, Freeman integrates Conscious Capitalism into its business model achieving record results. Carrie Freeman Parsons, the chair of Freemans, shares great examples of their commitme…

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Our Best Of: Everybody Matters - Truly Human Leadership at work!! 1:13:26

6M ago1:13:26

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A good business model is the Ferrari engine—people are the fuel that makes it work! 14% CAGR for almost 25 years by caring, looking for goodness and saying thank you. Hear practical examples of how Barry Wehmiller does it—and at the centre of it, leaders measuring success by the lives they have touched. This approach to leadership and culture that …

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Episode #81: The Heart of Self Compassion 57:00

7M ago57:00

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This interview cuts straight to the heart of self-compassion, revealing it as not just a personal virtue but a critical life skill as we have a profound dialogue with Kristin Neff, a pioneering figure in compassion research. Kristin shatters the notion that self-compassion is a luxury, framing it instead as a necessity for anyone striving to thrive…

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Women, Politics, Murder : Adventures of the Federated Tec season 2 episode 7 48:24

8M ago48:24

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Our hero is hired by the widow of a wealthy building contractor to find out who murdered her husband. The Tec soon finds out, however, that he has more suspects than he knows what to do with. Starring The Narada Radio Company. Adapted by Pete Lutz from the story by Dashiell Hammett. CAST: ANNOUNCER: Darren Rockhold Pete Lutz as THE TEC Geri Elliff …

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Episode #80: An exploration of Consciousness 1:17:39

9M ago1:17:39

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A conversation with Sadhguru and John Mackey. Brought to you by Tec Sounds. ** If you enjoy this podcast, would you consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes only a few seconds and greatly helps us get our podcast out to a wider audience. Please subscribe on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. …

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Episode #79: Is Private Equity Out of Control? 55:35

9M ago55:35

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The Private Equity industry is a lightly regulated industry with an increasingly mixed record on both financial returns and its impact on the quality of American jobs and businesses. How can it be shaped to be more of a force for good in Society and to avoid some of its worst tendencies and practices? Brendan Ballou, author of the book Plunder: Pri…

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The Trial of Sir Ivan Sturges part one 21:20

9M ago21:20

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1965 - When two men accuse their adoptive father -- an eccentric philanthropist of the British upper crust -- of childhood sexual abuse, the unearthed tensions, trauma, and secrets threaten to forever divide the surviving family members. Written by Simone G Moore Philip Surges : Mark Kalita Ivan Sturges : Pete Lutz Montague Sturges : Wesley Critchf…

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Episode #78: Real Talk on ESG! 1:07:19

9M ago1:07:19

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Join us for a frank discussion on ESG, climate investing, and the need for government policy through taxes and subsidies to push companies into doing the right thing for the climate crisis. As our guest Ken Pucker, former COO of Timberland, says, ESG has no impact on saving the planet. Ken talks about the challenges for all of us in understanding w…

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Our Best Of: Living a committed life 50:02

10M ago50:02

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Hear about what this means and the extraordinary story of Lynne Twist the author of the Soul of Money and co-founder of the Pachamama Alliance. Money is a means not an end, and our attitude towards it shapes many of our actions. Lynne walks us through some of the shifts in mindset that enable us to allow money to flow in our lives towards making a …

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Our Best Of: Foolishly Simple Yet Profoundly Impactful Approach To Conscious Investing 55:28

10M ago55:28

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Uncommon common sense – taking a long-term, ownership approach to investing and avoiding the casino capitalism, trading system that focuses on short term bets. Hear Tom Gardner co-founder of Motley Fool talk about their investment firm and approach to outstanding returns. AND they have one of the great conscious cultures we’ve seen- creating a fun …

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Episode #77: The Future of Conscious Leadership- Individual Leadership Transformation And Our Collective Wisdom 58:33

10M ago58:33

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Profound reflections on the nature of being fully human and the leadership journey from a world-leading expert on the human experience, organizational health and leadership development, Amy Elizabeth Fox. Amy is incredibly articulate in explaining the psychological and spiritual elements of adult development and leadership growth and how to develop…

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Our Best Of: Awake Not Woke Capitalism - Patagonia Leads The Way 44:35

10M ago44:35

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This week join the chairperson of Patagonia, Charles Conn, as we discuss the change in ownership at Patagonia- a company now responsible to the planet! Charles says “We (Patagonia) think companies should stand for something. And we're not afraid to say that we don't think companies should be neutral creators of profit that distribute that profit to…

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Our Best Of: Authentic Leaders Leading from True North 52:12

11M ago52:12

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We are amidst a fundamental shift in what good leadership means. Good leadership is caring about people and focusing on the long-term stewardship and success of the organization. Join one of the outstanding leadership experts and ‘CEO whispers’ of our time Bill George, to discuss his new book, True North; Emerging Leaders Edition. Bill is the forme…

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Our Best Of: Roger Martin - When More is Not Better 59:39

11M ago59:39

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This week we have Roger Martin, #1 business thinker in the Thinkers50 list, a biannual ranking of the most influential global business thinkers. He joins us to discuss his new book about saving democratic capitalism: When More is Not Better. We discuss the decline of the middle class, of good jobs, as well as outdated paradigms about the "economy a…

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Episode #76: From Burned Out to Fully Charged at Work and in Life 1:09:51

11M ago1:09:51

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Burnout has become an epidemic, and it's a wake-up call. We need a different prescription for dealing with this --one that addresses burnout on the levels where it's happening and replenishes our energy with simple, decisive steps toward healing. A uniquely qualified expert, Dr. Neha Sangwan, talks with us about what she has learned about burnout i…

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Episode #75: From Me to We – THE critical mindset shift we need to make 47:54

11M ago47:54

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This week, Simon Mainwaring shares his latest thinking on the critical mindset shift we need to make—from Me to We- and how this makes all the difference in how we lead our businesses. We discuss “We first capitalism’ and the need to fully cost the impact of our products and production processes on the planet. He reminds us of some fundamental trut…

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Episode #74: Conscious Leadership and Truth and Reconciliation In a Healing Workplace 37:15

12M ago37:15

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This week, we have an essential dialogue on race and business. We talk candidly about race, trust and belonging in the workplace and the role of a conscious leader in creating a healing organization. We begin with Gervase Warner, former McKinsey Partner and CEO of Massy Group- one of the largest business in the Caribbean basin- sharing his journey …

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Episode #73: Transitioning A 100-Year-Old Business to A Conscious Business 40:13

12M ago40:13

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Hear how an Ex-McKinsey Partner and Harvard Business School grad transitions a 100-year old company to being a conscious business. Massy Group is one of the largest business in the Caribbean basin and was founded in 1923. When Gervase Warner took over as CEO 14 years ago he began the transition to a conscious business. Listen to the key lessons Ger…

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The Girl with the Silver Eyes pt 2 : Adventures of the Federated Tec season 2 episode 6 37:55

12M ago37:55

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In this thrilling conclusion to the latest two-part adventure, our nameless sleuth finally meets the "girl" in question -- only to find out that she's left a trail of dead men behind her, and she wouldn't mind a bit if the Tec was just one more corpse to step over. Starring The Narada Radio Company. Adapted by Pete Lutz from the story by Dashiell H…

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Episode #72: Cinepolis - the Conscious Cinema Company 58:09

1y ago58:09

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Front-line innovation, expansion into 19 countries, developing the largest market for French films outside of France and the second largest Cinema company in the world, hear from Cinepolis COO Miguel Mier how it happened. He talks of how the development of a caring culture drives innovation and customer satisfaction--- listen to the story of the pi…

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Our Best Of: Values and Consciousness with Richard Barrett 49:32

1y ago49:32

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Meet the uber-meister of values Richard Barrett and help ‘conscious leaders’ explore the link between Organizational and Personal values and levels of consciousness. An introduction to the Barrett Values model and Seven Levels of Consciousness model and what comes next with the Human Awareness Initiative. A Podcast by Tec Sounds. ** If you enjoy th…

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Our Best Of: Is inclusive hiring the future of work? 57:55

1y ago57:55

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We speak with CEO of Greyston Bakery, Joe Kenner, one of the leading advocates and practioners of open hiring. 10 million people in America are no longer in the workforce but most want to be. Hear how to help them get into the workforce- they could be the solution to the so-called worker shortage in the US! A Podcast by Tec Sounds. ** If you enjoy …

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Our Best Of: Are You an Inspiring Leader—Or Just a Good One? What Really Matters in A Life Well Lived? 52:00

1y ago52:00

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The soul’s journey and self-mastery, where are you on your journey? This week we speak with Srikumar Rao- founder of the Creativity and Personal Mastery Program that gained fame by being oversubscribed at several leading business schools (Columbia, London Business School and others) and is now open to the public; and you can apply to join! Srikumar…

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High Spirits 34:02

1y ago34:02

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You used to sing- you always sang to me and I thought I could get used to that again. But this! I've never heard you like this High Spirits https://lhistoire.libsyn.com/high-spirits Author Jill Korn Supported by funding from Creative Scotland Director Jill Korn Sound design John Boyd Original music Gregor Keachie Elsa Kerri Clarence Breagh Angela N…

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Our Best Of: Stakeholder Theory 57:22

1y ago57:22

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This week we are honored to welcome R. Edward Freeman, "father" of Stakeholder thinking, Professor at University of Virginia and author of The Power of And: Responsible Business Without Tradeoffs. ** If you enjoy this podcast, would you consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes only a few seconds and greatly helps us get our podc…

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The Girl with the Silver Eyes pt 1 : Adventures of the Federated Tec Season 2 Episode 5 34:34

1y ago34:34

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Our nameless sleuth is called in by a lovesick young poet to find his runaway fiancee -- but soon finds that his client is in too deep. Is it love, or...something else? Starring The Narada Radio Company. Adapted by Pete Lutz from the story by Dashiell Hammett. CAST: ANNOUNCER: Darren Rockhold Pete Lutz as THE TEC Dana Gonsalves as BURKE PANGBURN Rh…

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Our Best Of: Citizen Capitalism? 48:09

1y ago48:09

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Citizen capitalism, Conscious, Impact Private Equity? Listen to Private Equity investor Warren Valdmanis discuss the book he co-authored, Accountable: The Rise of Citizen Capitalism. In this week's episode, he explains these terms and more. Two Buffett paradox, anyone? A Podcast by Tec Sounds. ** If you enjoy this podcast, would you consider leavin…

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Our Best Of: A Cool Conscious Capitalist Named Chip- The Making Of A Wise Elder 1:00:37

1y ago1:00:37

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Writer of several books including his latest Wisdom At Work, founder and former CEO of a successful Boutique hotel chain, former Chief Hospitality Officer of Silicon Valley star, Airbnb, and now founder, catalyst and social entrepreneur at the Modern Elder Academy, Chip Conley has worn many hats. Join us for a wide-ranging conversation from curiosi…

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Galore 24:45

1y ago24:45

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How many years does it take to feel as though you really belong? For Francine, an elderly Frenchwoman living on the Scottish Isle of Donan, nothing will ever be the same again. Francine still grieves for her dead husband, Cal, but refuses to be lonely or bored. Her cat, Johnny Hallyday (named for a French pop star of the 60s), is a constant, if ind…

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Sea Change 34:41

1y ago34:41

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They’re dear friends, so they said: We love your plays. The evening wore on. Wine was taken. They said: But your stuff is very dark, very sad. Why don ‘t you write something happy? A love story? And because they’re dear friends, I decided I would. written and produced by Jill Korn Author Jill Korn Director Jill Korn Sound design David Bannerman Fer…

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Episode #71: Selling your business without selling out! 1:03:14

1y ago1:03:14

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How to sell your business without selling your soul. Sunny Vanderbeck, PE investor and co-founder at Satori Capital, describes how a ‘conscious money’ approach to buying and selling a company creates value beyond just the money- but good money too! Sunny explains how the Conscious Capitalism framework provides a critical framework for due diligence…

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Our Best Of: Managing complex systems with “both/and” thinking- the practice of polarity thinking and mapping 52:27

1y ago52:27

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Barry Johnson first developed the principles of polarity thinking and maps in 1975. As the founder and leading practioner of ‘both/and’ thinking, he offers a unique perspective on its application across business, politics, and society. As we increasingly understand the difference between solving problems AND managing complex systems, polarity think…

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Where Death Comes Uninvited part 5 19:11

1y ago19:11

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Jim Wilkes and his deputy Abe Farrow returned to town to be overrun by undead townsfolk. Jim awakens to find himself in quite a predicament. Written by Craig Robotham Cast Jason D Johnson : Narrator Jim Wilkes : Pete Lutz Ilana Labourine : Annie Deemes Paul Arbisi : Abe Farrow Rich Greene : Dan Wilson JV Torres : Crow's Shadow Jeff Moon : Clem and …

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Episode #70: Moral Leaders Matter Now More Than Ever 47:45

1y ago47:45

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Moral leaders connect us in very deep places—values, principles, purpose, hope and aspirations!! . Dov Seidman author of the best-selling book, How, discusses the important role of Moral Leadership- the craving people have for this and the gaps we have in business from the How Institutes’ latest survey of Moral Leadership. This is part 2 of a 2 par…

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The House on Turk Street : Adventures of the Federated Tec S2 E4 38:30

1y ago38:30

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While on the search for a missing boy, the Tec inadvertently runs afoul of some crooks, who think he's after them. Full of crosses and double-crosses! Starring The Narada Radio Company. Adapted by Pete Lutz from the story by Dashiell Hammett. CAST: ANNOUNCER: Darren Rockhold THE TEC: Pete Lutz MRS. QUARRE: Geri Elliff MR. QUARRE: Paul Arbisi HOOK: …

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Episode #69: How We Do Anything Means Everything!! 31:35

1y ago31:35

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Morality and the debate on what is ‘good’ is critical for a heathy organization and society. Dov Seidman author of the best-selling book, How, discusses the important role morality plays in our economic and social systems – and what that means for business. This is part 1 of a 2 part podcast with Dov – next week we tackle Moral Leadership! ** If yo…

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Episode #68: Awaken - Part 2 - The Outer Journey of a Conscious Capitalist! 34:05

1+ y ago34:05

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Finding and living your purpose in the world- is not a straight path!! This week Raj traces his journey to Conscious Capitalism and championing healing organizations and leaders. An inspiring example that no matter where you start, your heart will lead you to the place you are meant to be. ** If you enjoy this podcast, would you consider leaving a …

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Misattunement 35:20

1+ y ago35:20

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In the final days, the abiding masses huddle in the lands unclaimed by the mysterious black hole. This pitch-dark curtain has swallowed countries, oceans, and populations whole, and no one has been able to emerge from the creeping void... until now. As mankind's existence slowly wanes, they are graced by those who'd been claimed by the black hole o…

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Episode #67: Awaken - Part 1 - The Inner Journey of a Conscious Capitalist! 58:07

1+ y ago58:07

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Heal the leader to heal the organization! This week our co-host Raj Sisodia talks about his new book and the story of his journey to healing and awakening. A Podcast by Tec Sounds. ** If you enjoy this podcast, would you consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes only a few seconds and greatly helps us get our podcast out to a wid…

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Episode #66: The Employee Ownership Journey - Why do it? Where to start? 43:59

1+ y ago43:59

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The benefits of Employee Ownership are clear- those who have gone this route are seeing outstanding results and very high levels of satisfaction with doing this. Then why not more Employee Ownership? Hear Mary Joseph and Jake Cravens from Verit Advisors discuss their recent findings in a groundbreaking research paper. ** If you enjoy this podcast, …

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Episode #65: Authentic Leaders Leading from True North 52:12

1+ y ago52:12

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We are amidst a fundamental shift in what good leadership means. Good leadership is caring about people and focusing on the long-term stewardship and success of the organization. Join one of the outstanding leadership experts and ‘CEO whispers’ of our time Bill George, to discuss his new book, True North; Emerging Leaders Edition. Bill is the forme…

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Where Death Comes Uninvited part 4 15:38

1+ y ago15:38

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Jim Wilkes, Sherriff of Liberty Gulch, and his deputy Abe Farrow, have tracked the murderous mayor into the desert only to have him get the drop on them, take them captive, and to discover he is a shape shifting monster. The mayor has left them to be taken captive by the local indian tribe, on who’s lands they have been trespassing in pursuit of th…

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Our Best Of: The Man Who Broke Capitalism: How Jack Welch Gutted the Heartland and Crushed the Soul of Corporate America—and How to Undo His Legacy 1:05:28

1+ y ago1:05:28

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This week listen to the NY time journalist David Gelles talk about his new book with this title. How one man came to embody the 1980’s shift to short term shareholder focus—and the negative legacy we are dealing with from this today. The stories we tell about business influence our perceptions of business- David Gelles tells a compelling story of h…

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Corporate Punishment 9 : Quality Assurance 21:06

1+ y ago21:06

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The Overseer questions his operating system while Connie's quality is exercised. The Secretary makes a bold decision. written by Steven Chisholm Cast: Overseer : Frank Guglielmelli Secretary : Rosanna Jimeno Connie Bozeman : Katelin Curtis Chief Amil : Jason D. Johnson The Unemployable & Combatant 1 : Spencer J Fredrick Quality Assurance & Comatant…

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