Best Dumbest In The Room Podcasts (2024)

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Why I Joined Lucence: Personal Loss, Atomic Building & Being the Dumbest Person in the Room - E457 12:00

1h ago12:00

12:00

Jeremy Au listed the 3 reasons for joining Lucence, a startup leveraging next-generation sequencing AI for early cancer detection with a single blood test. He reflected on his teenage years grieving over a personal loss due to lymphoma. He contrasted the builder role with the job of a VC, with a different set of “atomic” work outcomes. He appreciat…

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Sales Success Secrets: How Being the "Dumbest" Person in the Room Wins #50 20:19

25d ago20:19

20:19

Join us for a transformative journey from naive rookie to savvy sales professional in this eye-opening episode of Connect and Convert. Host Dennis Collins shares his personal sales journey, revealing how embracing curiosity and effective questioning techniques led to his success in the competitive world of sales. Key Takeaways: • Being the "dumbest…

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Dumb Football Questions: Why guys like Brock Lesnar and Gable Steveson struggle to play football 26:20

16m ago26:20

26:20

Jeremiah Sirles, Alex Boone and Phil Mackey answer your Dumb Football Questions: Why can’t all fat and strong people be good at football?; Do players ever talk sh*t about the cities they play and live in?; How do NFL plays get wrecked? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Will Brandon Aiyuk be traded to Pittsburgh Steelers?; Patrick Mahomes 4th on NFL’s top 100 is laughable! 1:26:22

33m ago1:26:22

1:26:22

Jeremiah Sirles, Alex Boone and Phil Mackey dive into the biggest NFL stories of the week -- including major San Francisco 49ers trade steam! 00:00 -- Alex is back from his Cooperstown trip! This launches the boys into a debate about Babe Ruth being overrated… 05:00 -- Reports suggest the San Francisco 49ers may trade Brandon Aiyuk to the PIttsburg…

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Jeremy Tan: Cambridge Engineer & Harvard MBA, Founding Tin Men Capital & Fatherhood Insights - E456 29:06

2d ago29:06

29:06

Jeremy Tan, Managing Partner and Cofounder of Tin Men Capital, and Jeremy Au talked about three main points: 1. Cambridge Engineer & Harvard MBA: Jeremy Tan shared his journey from a playful student to getting into a life-changing education at Cambridge. His early life goal of becoming a refinery chemical engineer shifted after a pivotal internship…

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China: Indonesia & Trump Tariffs, Manufacturing Dominance & Involution 内卷 & Education Labor Mismatch with Jianggan Li- E455 28:45

4d ago28:45

28:45

Jianggan Li, Founder & CEO of Momentum Works, and Jeremy Au talked about three main themes: 1. Indonesia & Trump Tariffs: Indonesia's new tariffs target imports like China-manufactured footwear, clothing, and ceramics to protect 65M local micro, small and medium enterprises employing 109M people. These trade barriers have negatively impacted local …

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Time Management for Sales Success: Feed the Ducks Wisely 21:09

2h ago21:09

21:09

Discover the game-changing concept of "feeding the ducks" in sales with hosts Leah Bumphrey and Dennis Collins. In this eye-opening episode of Connect and Convert, they explore how strategic downtime can boost your productivity, improve work-life balance, and lead to long-term success in the fast-paced world of sales and business ownership. Key Tak…

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Algostorm: Algorithm Storm Social Manipulation, Trendjacking Botnets & Government Countermeasures - E454 24:21

7d ago24:21

24:21

Jeremy Au discussed the increasing intensity of "algostorms" - unpredictable social media “weather systems” driven by algorithms that prioritize engagement over truth. The Internet’s transition from human-centric, chronological forums to a volatile online environment where individuals are caught in fluctuating must-discuss trends manipulated by bot…

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Founder Frauds, Startup Accounting Tricks (GMV, Revenue, Gross Margin, Contribution Margin) & Revenue Bundling & Valuation Multiples with Adriel Yong - E453 43:05

9d ago43:05

43:05

Adriel Yong, Head of Investments at Ascend Network, and Jeremy Au discussed three major topics: 1. Startup Accounting Tricks (GMV, Revenue, Gross Margin, Contribution Margin): Local VCs have often confused Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) with actual platform revenue, and gross margins with actual unit profitability. Startups have also split reporting…

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Dumb Football Questions: How do NFL PED tests work? 27:08

6h ago27:08

27:08

Jeremiah Sirles, Alex Boone and Phil Mackey answer your Dumb Football Questions: What are some lesser-known things in NFL player contracts?; How do players get popped for PEDs? How do PED urine tests work? (Hilarious stories ensue); What is a place in the United States you’d love to visit but haven’t? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcast…

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STOP paying mid-tier NFL QBs!; Sleeper NFL teams in 2024; Olympic Gold Zone channel is amazing 1:25:14

18m ago1:25:14

1:25:14

With Alex Boone on a family trip, Jeremiah Sirles and Phil Mackey have strong takes about QB salaries, sleeper NFL teams, the Olympics and more! 00:00 -- Alex forgot to tell us he was headed to Cooperstown, NY with his family 03:00 -- Why Jeremiah LOVES the NFL training camp grind 11:00 -- IS THIS A HOT TAKE? NFL teams would be better off hunting f…

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Kamala vs. Trump USA Election, NTUC Income Insurance Privatization by Allianz & Indonesia D2C & Productivity Solutions Grant (PSG) - E452 23:17

11d ago23:17

23:17

Shiyan Koh, Managing Partner of Hustle Fund, and Jeremy Au talked about three main themes: 1. Kamala vs. Trump USA Election: Jeremy and Shiyan discussed Kamala Harris stepping into the presidential race, and speculated on her potential policy directions and how her leadership might influence relations with Asia. The excitement around her candidac…

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Quality vs. Price: Why Paying Too Little Can Cost You Everything 19:10

7d ago19:10

19:10

In this thought-provoking episode of Connect and Convert, hosts Dennis Collins and Leah Bumphrey dive into the Project Management Triangle and its impact on business decisions. Discover why you can't have it all when it comes to quality, speed, and cost, and learn how to confidently communicate your value proposition to customers. Key Takeaways: Un…

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BRAVE's Secret Learnings: Seeing The Future, High-Conviction Bets & Personal Narrative Mental Models - E451 10:55

14d ago10:55

10:55

Jeremy Au reflects on the most important insight that he learned from interviewing hundreds of tech leaders across the region. Every secret has a shelf life, as private information diffuses into the public markets and becomes known by everyone. Leaders who discern emerging patterns before they become common wisdom can take action and make high-conv…

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Dumb Football Questions: NFL snap counts: What do colors and numbers mean?; What do offensive line coaches ACTUALLY do? 22:24

20m ago22:24

22:24

Jeremiah Sirles, Alex Boone and Phil Mackey answer your Dumb Football Questions: Why are offensive linemen always pointing at things? What do the colors and numbers mean in snap counts? And what do offensive line coaches actually do? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Biggest NFL Training Camp storylines!; San Francisco 49ers drama; Are Minnesota Vikings most cursed franchise? 1:16:05

5d ago1:16:05

1:16:05

Jeremiah Sirles, Alex Boone and Phil Mackey are fired up for the start of NFL training camp! They discuss a handful of major storylines. 1:00 -- We recorded an episode all together, in the same room, but technical gremlins rendered it useless -- except for these 50 seconds! 4:00 -- Is This A Hot Take? With Brandon Aiyuk and Trent Williams wanting a…

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Parin Mehta: Google & Airbnb GM Career, Tech Executive to Founder Coach & Leadership Advice - E450 36:27

16d ago36:27

36:27

Parin Mehta, Venture Partner & Board Member at Menyala, and Jeremy Au talked about three main points: 1. Google & Airbnb GM Career: Parin's journey began with his parents' migration from Uganda to the UK. Moving to Japan to teach English was a transformative experience that spurred his desire to return to Asia one day. He shared how he made the j…

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Vietnam: Putin Bamboo Strategy, Data Sovereignty & 49% Foreign Ownership Limit & Investment Landscape with Valerie Vu - E449 30:52

18d ago30:52

30:52

Valerie Vu, Founding Partner of Ansible Ventures, and Jeremy Au discussed three main themes: 1. Putin Bamboo Strategy: Vietnam’s “bamboo strategy” foreign policy involves maintaining strong roots while being flexible, which allows Vietnam to navigate relationships with global superpowers like the US, China, and Russia. Valerie highlighted that in l…

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Don't Ask Stupid Questions vs. High Performer Learning & Humility - E448 12:36

21d ago12:36

12:36

Jeremy Au reflects on the transformative power of asking questions by sharing his personal career experiences. He reveals how an early experience in the army working for a boss who discouraged questions shaped his initial approach to leadership and masculinity. He had to face a pivotal internship experience where not asking questions nearly deraile…

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Karl Mak: Viral Memes Founder, Price of Fame & Hepmil Media Evolution - E447 41:10

23d ago41:10

41:10

Karl Mak, Cofounder & CEO of Hepmil Media Group, and Jeremy Au talked about three main themes: 1. Viral Memes Founder: Karl shared the story of how SGAG was born out of boredom during his university days at Singapore Management University (SMU) where he and his co-founder Adrian spent time creating side businesses. The breakthrough came in 2012 whe…

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Dumb Football Questions: What REALLY happens during NCAA recruiting visits?; Favorite sports video games 29:13

14h ago29:13

29:13

Jeremiah Sirles, Alex Boone and Phil Mackey answer your Dumb Football Questions: With College Football ‘25 coming out, what is your all-time favorite sports video game?; What is a college recruiting visit like? (Epic stories here…) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy OLine Committee

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Is Skip Bayless the least likable sports media guy?; Will you play College Football ‘25? 1:35:31

38m ago1:35:31

1:35:31

Jeremiah Sirles, Alex Boone and Phil Mackey spent most of this episode telling hilarious stories about football, life and crazy recruiting visits! 1:00 -- Alex is somehow exhausted from golfing, LOL 8:00 -- Why preseason NFL prep -- or lack thereof -- can be frustrating 16:00 -- Jeremiah breaks down the one time he caught a pass in an NFL game 20:0…

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Indonesia: 200% China Import Tariffs, Ransomware Attacks 282 Agencies & 27,000+ Government Apps Consolidation with Gita Sjahrir - E446 29:25

25d ago29:25

29:25

Gita Sjahrir, Head of Investment at BNI Ventures, and Jeremy Au discussed: 1. 200% China Import Tariffs: Jeremy and Gita explored Indonesia's recent imposition of up to 200% tariffs on Chinese imports like footwear, clothing, textiles, cosmetics, and ceramics. Indonesia's trade minister's remarks "I told my colleagues not to be afraid or hesitant. …

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Lonelytech: Isolation Epidemic, Digital Companions & Manufacturing Pretend Empathy - E445 12:50

28d ago12:50

12:50

Jeremy Au examines the rise of 弱者営業 ("jaku-sha eigyō") "lonelytech" - the emerging AI companion industry. His observation of a man on a train openly interacting with an AI girlfriend highlights the rapidly increasing prevalence of digital companionship, e.g. Rosanna Ramos and Scott, who have formed intimate relationships with AI companions who offe…

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Dumb Football Questions: Some CRAZY differences between NFL and college football! 23:06

21d ago23:06

23:06

Jeremiah Sirles, Alex Boone and Phil Mackey answer your Dumb Football Questions: What are the biggest differences between the NFL and college? (Answer may surprise you!); What are the keys to losing a bunch of weight in a healthy way?; What does “needs more sand in his pants” mean? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoice…

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Will Los Angeles Chargers DOUBLE their win total under Jim Harbaugh?; Are Chicago Bears for real? 1:24:50

20d ago1:24:50

1:24:50

Jeremiah Sirles, Alex Boone and Phil Mackey are PLOWING through the NFL doldrums with one of their most exciting episodes yet! 1:00 -- Jeremiah has an important ask for the audience 5:00 -- The boys unveil a new segment called, “Is This a Hot Take?” 5:30 -- Will the Los Angeles Chargers double their win total in 2024? 17:00 -- Is the Chicago Bears …

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Roy Ang: Grab Executive to D2C Founder, Evo Commerce Consumer Secrets & Overcoming Pivot Challenges - E444 32:35

1M ago32:35

32:35

Roy Ang, CEO & Cofounder of Evo Commerce, and Jeremy Au talked about three main points: 1. Grab Executive to D2C Founder: Roy began his professional journey in banking but soon realized it wasn't his calling. After a year, he shifted to the tech media industry, landing a job at E27 through a bold cold call to Mohan Balani, E27’s founder. Roy thrive…

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Singapore Port Traffic Jam From USA Tariffs & Middle East Conflict, Climate Change Creating Arctic Shipping Route & Trump 10% Global & 60% China Tariffs with Shiyan Koh - E443 23:35

1M ago23:35

23:35

Shiyan Koh, Managing Partner of Hustle Fund, and Jeremy Au talked about three main points: 1. Singapore Port Traffic Jam From USA Tariffs & Middle East Conflict: Shiyan and Jeremy examined the severe traffic congestion at Singapore's port, now at unprecedented levels. Yemen's Houthi rebel attacks on Red Sea commercial shipping (in support of the …

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Leader, Manager, Coach - What’s the Difference? 049 20:00

25d ago20:00

20:00

Introduction: In this enlightening episode of Connect and Convert, hosts Dennis Collins and Leah Bumphrey dive deep into the crucial differences between leaders, managers, and coaches. Discover how understanding these distinct roles can revolutionize your hiring process and propel your small business to new heights. Key Takeaways: Learn to identify…

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Mohan Belani: Founding e27 & Echelon, Media Business Myths & Angel & Orvel VC Investing Journey - E442 31:02

1M ago31:02

31:02

Mohan Belani, Cofounder & CEO of e27, and Jeremy Au talked about three main themes: 1. Founding e27 & Echelon: Mohan discussed his early career decisions as a computer engineering undergraduate with the NUS Overseas Colleges (NOC) program, failed founder and startup executive. He shared how he juggled his studies and his founding role in e27, often…

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Thomas Jeng: BCG Consultant to Aspire GM, Navigating Regional Fragmentation & Continuous Learning Self-Awareness - E441 34:52

1M ago34:52

34:52

Thomas Jeng, Singapore General Manager of Aspire, and Jeremy Au talked about three main themes: 1. BCG Consultant to Aspire GM: Thomas discussed his decision-making process at Georgetown University aiming to become a lawyer or diplomat, but switched to consulting at BCG where he worked on challenging projects like "delayering" cases. He recounted h…

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Dumb Football Questions: What is it REALLY like playing in the NFL? 19:26

20d ago19:26

19:26

Jeremiah Sirles, Alex Boone and Phil Mackey answer your Dumb Football Questions: Did the reality of playing in the NFL match expectations? Would Alex or Jeremiah ever want to coach in the NFL? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy OLine Committee

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32 NFL head coaches RANKED and put into tiers!; Plus more Dallas Cowboys drama! 1:14:30

11d ago1:14:30

1:14:30

Jeremiah Sirles, Alex Boone and Phil Mackey rank all 32 NFL head coaches! 1:00 -- Alex needs a new computer, and Jeremiah dodged another tornado 4:00 -- Behind Andy Reid, who is the second-best head coach in the NFL? Kyle Shanahan? Sean McVay? Mike Tomlin?? 11:00 -- Mackey ranks and puts all 32 NFL head coaches into tiers! 41:00 -- More drama for t…

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Thailand: Thaksin Lese-Majeste & PM Lawsuits, 2029 Super-Aged Population & D2C Consumer & VC Opportunities with Wing Vasiksiri - E440 36:48

1M ago36:48

36:48

Wing Vasiksiri, General Partner of WV, and Jeremy Au discussed three main themes: 1. Thaksin Lese-Majeste & PM Lawsuits: Recent legal events (Thailand's court delay in the verdict on dissolving the Kao Klai (Move Forward Party), Thaksin Shinawatra lawsuit and PM Srettha Thavisin cabinet hearing) contribute to political instability, affecting invest…

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The Psychology of Pricing: Anchoring Techniques for Sales Success #048 24:53

19d ago24:53

24:53

In this eye-opening episode of Connect and Convert, hosts Dennis Collins and Leah Bumphrey dive deep into the psychology of pricing and the power of anchoring in sales. Discover how understanding cognitive biases can dramatically boost your conversion rates and transform your approach to pricing strategies. Key Takeaways: • Anchoring significantly …

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Cognitohazards: Suicide Social Contagion, 1982 Tylenol Poisonings & Extremist Self-Radicalization - E439 9:04

1M ago9:04

9:04

Jeremy Au delved into the concept of “cognitohazards” — information that causes harm upon comprehension. Introduced by the sci-fi novel "There is No Antimemetics Division," this definition helps encapsulate a new danger in modern society. Examples include the "Werther effect" where suicide becomes contagious due to social replication and mass media…

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Sam Gibb: New Zealand Law to Southeast Asia VC, Regional Fintech Upside & Aspiring VC Partner Advice - E438 29:37

1M ago29:37

29:37

Sam Gibb, Managing Partner of Resolution Ventures, and Jeremy Au talked about three main themes: 1. New Zealand Law to Southeast Asia VC: Initially set on a legal career, Sam quickly realized it wasn't his calling after interning at a law firm. Sam transitioned to PwC, where he worked in the finance sector. In 2011, Sam relocated to Singapore to ta…

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Dumb Football Questions: What happens when two NFL teammates HATE each other? 21:00

1M ago21:00

21:00

Jeremiah Sirles, Alex Boone and Phil Mackey answer your Dumb Football Questions: What happens if two NFL teammates hate each other? Can one bad teammate derail an entire season? Plus, hilarious stories of Jeremiah and Alex getting pulled into the principal’s office to answer tough questions… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.co…

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10 NFL offensive lines with the most to prove; How will Bryce Young and Drake Maye fare in 2024? 1:13:48

1M ago1:13:48

1:13:48

Jeremiah Sirles, Alex Boone and Phli Mackey finish their NFL offensive line rankings, plus much more! 1:00 -- Alex’s son learned a baseball lesson, and Jeremiah just returned home from an epic road trip 5:00 -- Part 3 of The OLine Committee NFL offensive line rankings! Ranking 23-32 30:00 -- How will Drake Maye and Bryce Young fare with new head co…

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$3B Money Laundering Singapore Family Offices, Apple AI Integration & VC Fraud Maze with Shiyan Koh - E437 23:26

2M ago23:26

23:26

Shiyan Koh, Managing Partner of Hustle Fund, and Jeremy Au talked about three main themes: 1. $3B Money Laundering Family Offices: Jeremy and Shiyan highlighted recent fraud cases in Singapore involving Chinese nationals, focusing on a massive $3 billion scheme by a group of 10 individuals who set up five family offices. This prompted tighter reg…

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Todd Bryant - How to Choose the Right Financial Advisor for Your Wealth Management 26:34

23d ago26:34

26:34

In this episode, we sit down with certified financial planner Todd Bryant to discuss the key factors to consider when choosing a financial advisor for your wealth management and retirement planning needs. As a top 40 under 40 awardee and founding partner of Signature Wealth Partners, Todd shares his insights on building trust, differentiating yours…

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Darwinian VC Evolution: Strategy Changes Due to Low Southeast Asia Fund Performance 0.4X vs. USA, India & China - E436 30:07

2M ago30:07

30:07

Adriel Yong, Head of Investments at Ascend Network, and Jeremy Au assessed Southeast Asia's low VC fund performance (median 0.4X returns vs. USA (1X) and India (1.3x). They discussed VCs shifting towards more realistic and localized investment strategies, while also taking into account growing geopolitical USA vs. China tensions with their resultin…

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Tommaso Demarie: Quantum Computing Startup, PHD Academia to Founder & Michelin Mistake Ownership - E435 33:51

2M ago33:51

33:51

Tommaso Demarie, CEO & Cofounder of Entropica Labs, and Jeremy Au talked about three main themes: 1. Quantum Computing Startup: Tommaso shared his insights on quantum computing and its potential applications. He talked about his company, Entropica Labs, which focuses on developing software for quantum error correction, a crucial element in quantum …

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Dumb Football Questions: What is it like playing with bad quarterbacks? 21:28

2M ago21:28

21:28

Jeremiah Sirles, Alex Boone and Phil Mackey are here to answer your Dumb Football Questions! What is it like playing with bad quarterbacks? Is 3rd-string QB the easiest job on the team? Do NFL players ever fake injuries? Bill Belichick has a VERY young new girlfriend! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Is a TRAINWRECK looming for New York Jets and Aaron Rodgers?; NFL offensive line rankings 11-22 1:21:03

1M ago1:21:03

1:21:03

Jeremiah Sirles, Alex Boone and Phli Mackey continue their rankings of all 32 NFL offensive lines! Plus, more New York Jets - Aaron Rodgers drama! 1:00 -- Jeremiah takes a victory lap for his Stallions winning the UFL championship! 3:00 -- Are the New York Jets headed for another trainwreck season in Year 2 of Aaron Rodgers? Rodgers’ mysterious abs…

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Vietnam: New President Tô Lâm, South China Sea Island Building (692 Acres) & Coal Energy & Flight Price Jumps with Valerie Vu - E434 26:45

2M ago26:45

26:45

Valerie Vu, Founding Partner of Ansible Ventures, and Jeremy Au discussed three main themes: 1. New President Tô Lâm: Jeremy and Valerie discussed the recent stabilization efforts by the Vietnamese government amidst political and economic turbulence, with the election of the new president, Tô Lâm, who previously served as the Minister of Public Sec…

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Mastering Sales Onboarding: Tips for Training New Reps 21:25

2M ago21:25

21:25

In this episode of Connect and Convert, hosts Dennis Collins and Leah Bumphrey share their personal experiences with sales onboarding and discuss the key elements of a successful onboarding program for new sales representatives. Discover the importance of setting clear expectations, providing mentorship, and developing both hard and soft skills to …

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Bittersweet Goodbyes Before Raffles Junior College Demolition - E433 8:50

2M ago8:50

8:50

Jeremy Au reflects on his nostalgic visit to his alma mater Raffles Junior College before its demolition. He remembers his initial excitement of joining a new school, bitterness over a personal loss, and the processing of his grief over the next 2 decades. He also reconnected with former teenage classmates who are now fellow middle-aged adults, all…

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Agung Saputra: Indonesia Pollution Crisis, 48 Million Tons of Food Waste (170kg Per Capita) & Surplus Marketplace App - E432 20:44

2M ago20:44

20:44

Agung Saputra, CEO & Founder of Surplus Indonesia, and Jeremy Au talked about three main themes: 1. Indonesia Pollution Crisis: Agung flagged that Indonesia is one the top 3 polluters in the world: #2 plastic polluter, #2 food wastage and #1 most air polluted city (Jakarta). He highlighted the lack of regulations and public awareness as major barri…

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Dumb Football Questions: What do NFL equipment managers do? 27:09

1M ago27:09

27:09

Jeremiah Sirles, Alex Boone and Phil Mackey answer your Dumb Football Questions: What do NFL equipment managers do? What do NFL Quality Control coaches do? What happens when diva wide receivers demand the ball more frequently? Did Mike Zimmer really create a stuffed animal massacre scene in the locker room? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit p…

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