Best Nalani Podcasts (2024)

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The Holodomor 26:46

5d ago26:46

26:46

All the animals have gone. There are no birds singing in the trees, no cats playing in the streets. When Vasyl returns home after a failed hunting trip, the family dog is nowhere to be seen. And there’s a strange smell coming from the kitchen. Only one of many nightmares people had to live through because of the Holodomor, the artificial famine in …

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The Sichuan School Disaster 26:06

20d ago26:06

26:06

Principal Ye Zhiping has to make it back. A massive earthquake has just hit his province Sichuan, and all he can think about is whether his students and teachers are okay. When he finally gets to the school, his coarse cheeks are stained with tears. The hosts of this episode are Maya Nalani and Luke Welland. The script is written by Mattias Jonsson…

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The AMIA Bombing 24:28

23d ago24:28

24:28

Anita doesn’t know how much time has passed. But she knows she has to get out. The building is collapsing around her, and people are stumbling over each other trying to find an escape. Just moments earlier, a van filled with explosives drove right into the AMIA center in Buenos Aires, where Anita works. She is in the middle of a terrorist attack th…

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The Sinking of MV Sewol 28:38

1M ago28:38

28:38

The water is rising. What just seconds ago was the wall, is now a slippery floor submerged under ice cold ocean. Ae-Jin knows that she has to reach the door in the ceiling. That there is no other way of getting out alive. The hosts of this episode are Maya Nalani and Luke Welland. The script is written by Johanna Lundblad. Sound design: Viktor Pers…

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The 1985 Mexico City Earthquake 22:54

2M ago22:54

22:54

Oscar Flores can feel the floor starting to shake. Soon, the ceiling is falling down in large chunks, and the walls are folding like paper. He doesn't know that what he's experiencing is one of the worst earthquakes in recent memory. An earthquake that is about to devastate an entire city. The hosts of this episode are Maya Nalani and Luke Welland.…

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The Alexander Kielland Platform Collapse 29:31

2M ago29:31

29:31

In this episode, we will tell you about the Alexander Kielland disaster of 1980, one of the worst oil rig accidents in history. The hosts of this episode are Maya Nalani and Luke Welland. The script was written by Per Johansson. Sound design: Viktor Persson. Mayday is produced by the podcast company qast. Charities and Non-Profits: The Nautical Ins…

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Three Mile Island 32:46

3M ago32:46

32:46

In this episode, we tell the story of the worst nuclear accident in the United States. A story about a partial meltdown that threatened the lives of hundreds of people. And about how the plants’ owners tried to cover it all up. The hosts for this episode are Maya Nalani and Luke Welland. The script was written by Johanna Lundblad. Sound design: Vik…

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Bloody Sunday 27:36

4M ago27:36

27:36

Barney McGuigan hears a man pleading for help. The others try to stop him, but to no avail. Barney goes out to the injured man with a white cloth in his hand. "Don't shoot me," he shouts. What happens next, will never be forgotten. Your hosts in this episode are Maya Nalani and Luke Welland. The script is written by Per Johansson. Sound design: Vik…

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The Amazon Plane Crash 29:26

4M ago29:26

29:26

When Juliane wakes up, everything is quiet. The ground beneath her is wet and muddy, and above her, palm leaves shield her from the sun. Juliane has just woken up in the middle of the Amazon rainforest. She has no idea how long she’s been lying there, unconscious and alone. She calls out for her mother- for someone, anyone. But there is no answer. …

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The Columbia Space Shuttle 28:34

4M ago28:34

28:34

Outside Dallas, Texas, space enthusiasts are watching the dark silhouette of a shuttle pass by, surrounded by its fiery glow. But suddenly, the fire breaks up into several smaller silhouettes, and like falling comets with their fiery tails, they plummet to the ground. At first, the spectators on the ground cannot believe their eyes. But slowly but …

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The Maersk Alabama Hijacking 30:36

5M ago30:36

30:36

Captain Phillips is woken up at 03.30 AM. The person on the so-called 'dog watch' between midnight and four o'clock has reported hearing strange voices on the radio. The message is as blunt as it is terrifying: "This is Somali Pirate, I'm coming to get you". The hosts in this episode are Maya Nalani and Luke Welland. The script is written by Patric…

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The Utøya Terror Attack 33:59

5M ago33:59

33:59

14-year-old Torje sees a boat sailing just a short distance away and knows that this is his chance. So he jumps into the cold water and starts swimming. But he doesn't get far before the man chasing him starts shooting at the boat he is heading towards. The gunman is getting closer, and Torje is stuck in the water. With nowhere to go, he makes a dr…

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37: Choose Confidence Today - Blake Hudson is back! 52:12

6M ago52:12

52:12

What's up everyone!! We have our first ever repeat guest on today's episode of Happily Ambitious! Blake Hudson is back to give us a masterclass on confidence, taking risks, and why the way we approach challenges is entirely up to us. Tune in to hear about - - how we went from struggling in English to becoming a writing tutor - how he uses stories t…

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The 2017 Manchester Bombing at the Ariana Grande Concert 31:50

6M ago31:50

31:50

Martin lies on the floor in a pool of blood. A bit further away is his daughter. A red stain slowly spreads out beneath her. Martin's entire world shatters. It's his fault they are here, he thinks. He was the one who bought the tickets. The hosts in this episode are Maya Nalani and Luke Welland. The script is written by Johanna Lundblad. Sound desi…

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Setbacks to Success with Dom Fusco 55:34

6M ago55:34

55:34

In this episode, Dominic Fusco shares his life-changing experience and how it has shaped his perspective on life. He discusses the importance of the One Day Out mindset and how it has helped him appreciate each day. Dominic also talks about the role of faith in his journey and how it has given him the confidence to pursue his passions. He provides …

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The Boston Molasses Disaster 29:43

6M ago29:43

29:43

Martin is soaked in something wet and cold. The ground beneath him is covered in over a foot of molasses. Confused, Martin thinks he’s fallen off a boat out at sea. He doesn't realize that he is still at home, in his own bedroom. A bedroom that no longer exists. Instead, it lies in ruins, just like much of the rest of Boston. The hosts in this epis…

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35: How to Break Into Tech Sales & Tackle Huge Goals with Jaron Erickson 58:41

6M ago58:41

58:41

In today's episode of Happily Ambitious, Jaron Erickson, founder and CEO of Sales Dojo, shares insights he's collected through building a business, interviewing dozens of people he's inspired by, and helping individuals from all walks of life break into tech sales. If you want to learn how he broke into sales, started a company, helps other people …

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The Aberfan Disaster 29:05

7M ago29:05

29:05

When Gaynor Madgwick wakes up, she has been thrown to the other side of the classroom. She is lying on top of one of her classmates, Gerald Kirwan. Around them, the classroom has been turned upside down. The ceiling has collapsed and the black mess extends high into the room. Next to them is another student. Are you okay? Gerald asks, but gets no a…

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34: Elevated Energy: Lessons from a former restaurateur turned Enterprise SaaS seller with Danny Wasserman 54:04

7M ago54:04

54:04

In this episode, Danny Wasserman, the director of go-to-market enablement at Gong, shares his journey from the hospitality industry to SaaS sales. He emphasizes the importance of developing a growth mindset and finding a balance between ambition and satisfaction. Danny also discusses the value of putting in the hard work and practicing consistently…

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The White Island Volcanic Eruption 28:52

7M ago28:52

28:52

Far beneath the sea, the heart of the volcano has begun to beat. Stephanie has no time to think and starts running for her life. A dark shadow rises into the sky, a huge black cloud of burning hot steam. She tries to put the gas mask on, but before she can, a wave of ash and stone hits her from behind. She falls to the ground. The hot air burns in …

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The Prisoners' Revenge - New Mexico State Penitentiary Riot 29:43

7M ago29:43

29:43

25-year-old Lawrence doesn't know what to do. All that separates him from countless rioting prisoners is a thin panel of bulletproof glass. On the other side, there is complete chaos and he can’t leave without putting his life at serious risk. Then he feels an unpleasant odor, almost like grilled meat, seeping in through the ventilation system. He …

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Hindenburg - The death of Airships 28:43

8M ago28:43

28:43

On May 6th 1937, radio listeners in New Jersey got the broadcast of a lifetime. They are listening to presenter Herbert Morrison describe the landing of the Hindenburg zeppelin, and at first, everything sounds like it’s going to plan. But the tone shifts, and a panicked Morrsion describes how the airship has caught on fire. Now, one of the most fam…

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The Astroworld Disaster 29:43

8M ago29:43

29:43

It’s November 2021, and the Astroworld festival in Houston is in full swing. The crowd is releasing all the pent-up energy from the pandemic, and in the middle of it, Madeline Eskins is screaming as loud as she can. It’s getting hard to breathe, and she knows she doesn’t have long. She asks her husband to tell their little boy that Mommy loves him.…

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Mayday: Trailer 1:00

10M ago1:00

1:00

No one is prepared for disaster. No one knows how they’ll react in a plane crash, an earthquake or when a lone gunman decides to open fire. On Mayday we tell you about the people who had to find out. Real people who were put in unthinkable situations. People like you and me. Premieres on January 8th. A production by Qast.…

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33: Building Real Community & The Cheat Codes for Lasting Success with Kyle Willis 52:46

10M ago52:46

52:46

Today's episode is nothing short of a game changer. Kyle Willis is our incredible guest - 2x founder, community builder, Men's Fitness Model, dad, leader, health warrior, this man's discipline and intention is nothing short of superhuman. And he gave us an hour of his time to share: - how his chronic health struggles changed the trajectory of his l…

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32: The Mindset Behind Successful Real Estate Investing: Tyler Lingle 57:47

11M ago57:47

57:47

Real Estate & investing are not for the faint of heart. It requires a lot of the same skills needed to be successful in sales. Add in building a personal brand, starting a company, and networking, it can seem impossible to juggle everything at once. This week we sat down with Tyler Lingle, Co-Founder of Roots Realty Co, Indianapolis based Real Esta…

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31: Starting Strong in New AE Roles 34:23

11M ago34:23

34:23

Today's episode is a quicker solo one - Sydney & Anthony chat through their new AE gigs, how they're ramping, and what they're learning. Tune in to hear - - how we're ramping as AEs at Gong and Deel - ways we're working to optimize our sales cycles - how we're keeping our mental health top of mind - some tips on calendar blocking - strategies we're…

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30: Andy Mewborn - Influence, Perseverance, and the Ultimate Personal Brand 59:35

1y ago59:35

59:35

Up 100k followers on LinkedIn in the past 6 months. 4,300+ creators in his personal branding cohorts. 7x president's club winner. 2x Iron Man. Co-founded and exited business in less than a year. Another one being actively built. Just by the numbers, this week's guest is incredibly impressive. But what might be even more impressive is his mindset, d…

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29: Promotion Update & How to Land Your Next Promotion 21:43

1y ago21:43

21:43

Quick mini-episode with an exciting update! Anthony & Sydney break down navigation promotions, and steps you can take to set yourself up to be successful as you look to grow in your career!By Anthony Banayote & Sydney Senior

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28: TedX Speaker, Executive Coach & Creating Energy with Nalani (Genser) Rodriguez 1:01:13

1y ago1:01:13

1:01:13

Welcome back to this week's episode of Happily Ambitious. Sydney & Anthony sit down and unpack what it means to create an energy-giving relationship with work! We cover a variety of topics from: Facing the feeling of never doing enough Creating a space for you to reflect & grow Navigating a change in career Why executive coaching is important How t…

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27: Running Your Own Race, Building the People Data Company of the Future - Joseph Ifiegbu 50:10

1y ago50:10

50:10

This week, Sydney sat down with Joseph Ifiegbu - CEO and Co-Founder of eqtble, a People & Talent Data platform that helps HR teams not only make sense of all of their data, but also use it to promote diversity and better business decisions. Joseph's incredibly impressive resume takes him through leadership positions at Snap & WeWork, and has gone t…

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26: Landing a New Job, Navigating Rejection, and the Podcast Marketing Plan 48:33

1y ago48:33

48:33

Sydney & Anthony run this episode solo, catching up on the reason for our hiatus, what we've been up to, and how we want to approach the podcast moving forward. We cover: - How Sydney landed a job at Deel - Anthony's plans to buy a house - How to navigate rejection from an opportunity you worked hard for - How we're planning to build the podcast (a…

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Nalani Hernandez-Melo Image Tour: Annie Gonzalez, Mr Cartoon, La Curandera 51:59

1y ago51:59

51:59

See images discussed at: https://ourlatinalens.com/podcasts/s1e13-nalani-hernandez-melo-image-tour-annie-gonzalez-mr-cartoon-la-curandera/ Nalani Hernandez-Melo an LA-based photographer, studio owner, gallery director and healer shares about significant images she has taken during her return to Los Angeles and entry to its photography community. Sh…

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Nalani Hernandez-Melo generates opportunities for herself and her community as a photographer and curator 55:19

1+ y ago55:19

55:19

Nalani Hernandez-Melo is a multi-faceted artist, curator and healer. Her photography journey began at an arts high school and took a winding road through film, the early days of visual curation for social media, and editorial photography and videography. She shares how her love for her culture and community led her to found her own studio, Story an…

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Josie Lepe Image Tour: Candlestick, Detroit, Hertl 38:11

1+ y ago38:11

38:11

In this Image Tour Josie Lepe, a photojournalist with 20+ years experience and a specialty in Sports Photography takes us behind the scenes of three of her most significant images. She opens with an image that came through preparation, luck, and her playing her part of the team, no matter what. Her historic image of how the 49ers won their last gam…

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25: The secret to happiness is...selling cookies? FT Grayson "The Cookie Man" Hogard 57:14

1+ y ago57:14

57:14

This week, Grayson Hogard, an electric entrepreneur with a passion for life and cookies, chats with us. Grayson and his wife started their business in 2021 and are on a mission to be the best B2B cookie gifters in the world. This week we talk about: The lessons Grayson learned from the military. How he and his wife got started on this entrepreneuri…

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Josie Lepe persists and excels as a Sports Photojournalist and visual voice for her community 52:34

1+ y ago52:34

52:34

Josie Lepe began as a lab tech at the San Jose Mercury News and went on to capture some of the iconic moments in San Francisco Bay Area Sports as a Sports Photographer. She discusses her journey into photojournalism, the challenges she faced as a woman in sports photojournalism, how her culture and background influenced how she approached her work …

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24: Positively Impacting Salespeople Everyday - Tom Alaimo 58:12

1+ y ago58:12

58:12

This week, we were fortunate to sit down with Tom Alaimo, Founder of TA Sales, Co-Founder of The Revenue Lab, & Host of the Millennial Momentum Podcast. Tom is on a mission to positively impact the lives of salespeople and those around him. We got deep on this episode so make sure to follow along. We chat about: How Tom got started on this journey …

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23: Stress Less, Sell More - Jeff Riseley on Thriving Under Pressure 54:33

1+ y ago54:33

54:33

This week, we had the incredibly opportunity to sit down with Jeff Riseley - founder of Sales Health Alliance, mental health expert, and man on a mission to teach sellers how to thrive under pressure so they can have more fulfilling careers. If you're in sales (or any stressful career) and want to learn how to turn that pressure and stress into a s…

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22: Non-Linear Career Paths, True Leadership, and Having Fun Along the Way with Matthew Roberts 53:30

1+ y ago53:30

53:30

This week’s episode of Happily Ambitious is a very special one. Will and Sydney both met Matt when he hired them in the same class of SDRs at Chili Piper. While they are all now at different orgs, this was both of their introductions to the world of SaaS sales, a launching pad to everything they did after. We got deep on this one, digging into: Non…

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21: Mark Cuban backed Co-Founder, People First Sales Leader, Inside the Mind of an Entrepreneur, Finding Your Why with Darin Alpert 1:03:58

1+ y ago1:03:58

1:03:58

This week, we had the opportunity to sit down with Darin Alpert - VP of Strategy at RepVue, and 2x GTM Co-founder, one of which was backed by Mark Cuban. Darin has had a successful career in sales & even helped build out the team at G2. We unpack a wealth of knowledge in this week's episode so grab your notebook. In this episode, he shared with us …

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Karina Mora Image Tour 39:16

1+ y ago39:16

39:16

See Karina's Images here: https://ourlatinalens.com/podcasts/s1e9-karina-mora-image-tour/ Karina’s Tours to Mexico https://karinamora.com/mexico2023 Karina Mora Photography site https://karinamora.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/karinamora_prints/ Elevating Culturahttps://www.elevatinglacultura.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/elevatinglacultu…

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20: True Work Life Balance, SDR Empowerment, and Personal Branding the Right Way with Saad Khan 1:00:15

1+ y ago1:00:15

1:00:15

This week, we had the opportunity to sit down with Saad Khan - currently a sales leader at Vendr, Saad has been a strategic advisor to quite a few SaaS orgs, used to head up business development at Dooly, and has consistently led his teams to success. This was such a fun conversation - Saad has such a wealth of knowledge on all things SDR, personal…

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19: Mental Fortitude, Loving the Journey, & Driving Revenue with Brian LaManna 57:02

1+ y ago57:02

57:02

Our friend Brian LaManna, Mid-Market AE at Gong and 4x President's Club winner joins us on the show this week. Brian has been making a name for himself on LinkedIn & even launched his own mini-newsletter aimed to help sellers perform at their best. This week we talk about: Brian's process and how he was able to be a repeat P-Club winner How he sets…

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Karina Mora elevates her community and her culture using skills learned as a wedding photographer 48:56

1+ y ago48:56

48:56

Karina Mora shares how she built a successful wedding photography business and then pivoted to elevate her culture and communities in Chicago and Mexico through photography and entrepreneurship. Karina Mora karinamora.com IG: @karinamora_prints Elevating La Cultura website IG: @elevatinglacultura Other links mentioned: Veronica @goldenmeanboudoir J…

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18: Authenticity, Community Building, and Overcoming Ego with Danny Luu 57:48

1+ y ago57:48

57:48

This week, we had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Danny Luu. SDR turned community builder, Danny has created one of the most authentic and genuine communities on LinkedIn with his personal brand and work with a range of well known SaaS companies. Tune in to this episode to hear about How he transitioned from the world of banking (where h…

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17: Content is King, Marketing 101, and Making Your Voice Heard with Dozie Anyaegbunam 52:37

1+ y ago52:37

52:37

This week we had the joy of sitting down with Dozie Anyaegbunam, Sr. Content & SEO Manager at UserGems, all-star marketer, amazing human, and freelance writer. He shared his knowledge about why marketing is so important espically during rocky economic times, how the buyer's journey has evolved, and the work he is doing to give a voice to others. Li…

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Cinthia Jaimes Image Tour 39:11

1+ y ago39:11

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Cinthia Jaimes Image Tour S1E7 You can view the images for this episode at https://ourlatinalens.com/podcasts/s1e7-cinthia-jaimes-image-tour/ Portrait and boudoir photographer Cinthia Jaimes, known as Cin, shares three of her significant images. These images represent different milestones in Cinthia’s creative journey. The images include a path not…

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16: Peak Performance, Leadership, and Focusing on the Right Things with Chris Herring 52:04

1+ y ago52:04

52:04

Welcome back everyone! This week we had the pleasure of sitting down with Chris Herring, Director of Business Development at Flashtract, all-star sales rep, amazing leader, and personal brand builder. He shared his wisdom about what sets top reps apart, how to have a top performer mindset, how to successfully lead a team through tough economic time…

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15: BDR Leader, Growing to 19k LinkedIn Followers & Being a Digital Nomad w/ Gabi Sayah 1:03:25

1+ y ago1:03:25

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Back again with another wonderful guest Gabi Sayah. Gabi is not your typical BDR Manager. He's built a successful personal brand, and growing his team all while living his best life as a digital nomad. This week, we chat about : His advice on how to be a digital nomad and still crush your job How he created such a large successful personal brand Wo…

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