Best Xavier Torres Podcasts (2024)

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35. Hiring a Professional VO Coach (Pt. 4 of 4) 15:15

2M ago15:15

15:15

Welcome back to The VO Median: A Midlifer's Journey Into The Craft of Voiceover! In the fourth and final episode of our engaging series, "Hiring a Professional Voiceover Coach," host Xavier Torres brings you invaluable insights and guidance to elevate your voiceover career. This episode delves into three crucial aspects: Professionalism and Account…

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34. Hiring a Professional VO Coach (Pt. 3 of 4) 24:21

3M ago24:21

24:21

In this episode of The VO Median, the third installment of a compelling four-part series, Xavier continues to emphasize the importance of enlisting a skilled VO Coach and why focusing on Character Development, Emotional Connection, and Networking Opportunities are essential aspects of voiceover artistry. Whether you're a seasoned professional or ju…

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33. Hiring a Professional VO Coach (Pt. 2 of 4) 15:00

3M ago15:00

15:00

In this episode, Xavier Torres delves deeper into the multifaceted world of voiceover coaching, bringing listeners invaluable insights from industry professionals. Building on the foundational knowledge shared in the first part of the series, Xavier begins by exploring the significance of gaining industry insight from seasoned coaches. Understandin…

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32. Hiring a Professional VO Coach (Pt. 1 of 4) 20:35

4M ago20:35

20:35

In this episode, the first of a four part series, Xavier delves into the indispensable role of hiring a professional voiceover coach. From novices to seasoned performers, this series underscores how expert guidance can shape and elevate one's trajectory in the industry. Throughout this comprehensive four-part journey, Xavier delves into twelve esse…

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31. Guiding Lights: Four Genres And The Inspirational Voices Behind Them 12:00

5M ago12:00

12:00

In this episode, Xavier shares his insights on four specific genres of the industry: corporate narration, documentary narration, video game voiceover and audiobook narration. Through Xavier's lens, discover the unique challenges and gratifications that accompany each genre, offering a glimpse into the rich tapestry of opportunities within the indus…

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30. Reawakening The VO Median: Xavier's Straight Talk 12:25

5M ago12:25

12:25

Hey there, fellow aspiring voice artists and TVOM enthusiasts! It's your slightly weathered guide, Xavier Torres, back in the saddle again with another installment of The VO Median: A Midlifer's Journey Into The Craft Of Voiceover. Six months of radio silence and here we are, dusting off the cobwebs, shaking off the rust, and resurrecting this litt…

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29. Stoic Practice For Modern Voiceovers 10:58

9M ago10:58

10:58

In today's episode, Xavier takes a deep dive into the transformative philosophy of Stoicism. Discover how this ancient wisdom can equip you with the resilience and adaptability crucial for conquering the challenges of the voice acting industry, especially in the era of AI voice synthesis. To explore further and delve into the wisdom of the Stoic ph…

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28. The Power Of Helping Others In Voiceover 8:03

10M ago8:03

8:03

Welcome back to The VO Median, A Midlifer's Journey Into The Craft Of Voiceover and your go-to podcast for midlife career changers exploring the captivating world of voiceover. Hosted by Xavier Torres, this episode delves into a profound quote by the legendary Zig Ziglar: "You can get everything in life you want if you help enough other people get …

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27. Congresos: Valen La Pena? SI! Pero... 39:54

10M ago39:54

39:54

Bienvenidos a la segunda temporada de "The VO Median, A Midlifer's Journey Into The Craft of Voice Over". En este emocionante episodio, nuestro anfitrión, Xavier Torres, comparte su experiencia en su primer congreso en la ciudad de Guadalajara, México. Durante cuatro días llenos de oportunidades y desafíos, Xavier se propuso dos metas ambiciosas: d…

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26. Don't Melt Your Life Away 7:31

12M ago7:31

7:31

Welcome back VO Median listeners! Today's topic, a universal theme that resonates with dream-chasers in all fields, centers around the invaluable but often overlooked commodity: time. As Xavier shares profound insights, he hopes to ignite a spark within every listener, inspiring them to seize the moment and pursue their passions. This short but imp…

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25. Navigating Disruptions 11:27

1y ago11:27

11:27

Welcome back, dear listeners, to a fresh and invigorating episode of 'The VO Median: A Midlifer's Journey Into The Craft of Voiceover.' After a well-deserved summer break, recharging alongside loved ones, our host Xavier Torres is back at the helm. The past few weeks might have been filled with disruptions, but now, a revitalized energy fuels our e…

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24. From Entrepreneurship to Voiceover: Eduardo Garza's Unyielding Work Ethic. 1:13:54

1y ago1:13:54

1:13:54

Welcome back to another exciting episode of The VO Median, where listeners embark on a journey of voiceover mastery! In this episode, prepare to be inspired as the spotlight shines on a remarkable individual. Introducing Eduardo Garza, a self-made entrepreneur and financial consultant, whose powerful statement rings true: "And if things are not goi…

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23. Venus Rising 10:47

1y ago10:47

10:47

Welcome to "The VO Median: A Midlifer's Journey Into The Craft of Voiceover," In this episode, Xavier, your host, uncovers the remarkable parallels between the unwavering determination of tennis legend Venus Williams and the challenges faced by aspiring voiceover artists on their own journey to becoming established professionals. Just as Venus conf…

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22. Sound Proofing 101 23:36

1y ago23:36

23:36

In this informative episode of The VO Median, Xavier shares the essential steps for crafting an incredible home studio for voiceover work. Get ready to enhance your recording as he guides you through the process. From finding the perfect room with flawless acoustics to adding sound-absorbing panels and optimizing equipment placement, you'll learn h…

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21. AI And The Two Paths Ahead For VO Artists. 6:13

1y ago6:13

6:13

Join your host Xavier Torres in the latest episode of "The VO Median: A Midlifer's Journey Into The Craft of Voice Over" as he delves into the two distinct mindsets emerging within the voice acting community. With insights and personal experiences, Xavier discusses the fears and uncertainties surrounding the rise of AI technology, while also explor…

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20. Been Away... 12:49

1y ago12:49

12:49

Welcome back to "The VO Median," where your host, Xavier Torres, returns with a heartfelt episode after a period of absence. Having faced personal hardships and moments of doubt, Xavier shares the transformative lessons learned during this time of reflection and self-discovery. Despite sharing strategies for navigating midlife crisis, Xavier encoun…

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19. What Instagram can teach you about critical indicators: talent, ingenuity, and grind, and how more than ever these are critical for your VO career. 13:24

1+ y ago13:24

13:24

Welcome to The VO Median, A Midlifer's Journey Into The Craft Of Voiceover, with your host Xavier Torres. In this episode, Xavier shares the three key elements of social media marketing success: talent, ingenuity, and grind. He also talks about his personal journey of navigating the world of Instagram, including the initial reluctance to share pers…

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18. Four Beliefs That Can Hinder The Pursuit Of A Succesfull Career. 13:28

1+ y ago13:28

13:28

“We believe in bravery. We believe in taking action. We believe in freedom from fear and in acquiring the skills to force the bad out of our world so that the good can prosper and thrive. If you also believe in those things, we welcome you.” ― Veronica Roth, Divergent During the research for this episode, Xavier discovered many limiting beliefs tha…

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17. Have You Heard? Empathy And Not Judging Is Your Best Bet To Grow 17:59

1+ y ago17:59

17:59

This is a personal one for Xavier. Join him as he gets deep into the weeds and shares his views on really understanding and practicing empathy, being non-judgemental and learning an incredible lesson from someone very close to him about living in the present moment. This one kept him up many nights...and we're sure the conclusion will warm your hea…

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16. Competividad: Eres "Rudo" o "Tecnico"? 15:15

1+ y ago15:15

15:15

Cuando compites, te consideras “Rudo” o “Técnico”? Acompaña a Xavier en este episodio que, a primera vista, podría sonar un poco burlón y fuera de tema. Sin embargo, hay mucho que decir acerca del estilo que utilizas al competir cuando eres, por ejemplo, el dueño de un negocio, o cuando está en juego una promoción de trabajo, o bien, en nuestro cas…

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15. Post Pandemic Industry Disruptors And Why You Should Keep An Eye On #4 13:28

1+ y ago13:28

13:28

Many things have changed over the last two years. Working and earning a living were certainly not the exception. When we finally made it to the other side of the pandemic, one of the biggest diruptors many of us had to assimilate was remote work. And whether our assimilation was uneventful, maybe even welcome, or challenging and at times confusing,…

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14. What Is The Weight Of Success? (Part 2) 5:32

1+ y ago5:32

5:32

Hi! Welcome toThe VO Median episode 14: What is The Weight of Success (Part 2). In part 1 Xavier shared with you some of his experiences a few years back, during lockdown, when he decided to learn how to bake bread. Those weeks spent at the work table allowed Xavier to get re-acquainted with two very important aspects of growing any business, VO re…

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14. What Is The Weight Of Success? (Part 1) 8:03

1+ y ago8:03

8:03

What is the weight of success? Discipline? Perseverance? Tenacity? Courage? How about…900 grams? Intrigued? Join Xavier in this episode as he explains how he arrived at the exact weight of success while learning an age-old skill which also allowed him to delight and surprise his family during some of the most challenging times mankind has faced in …

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13. Three Letters That Can Make All the Difference In Your World. 9:29

1+ y ago9:29

9:29

Words matter. And how you use those words in your life can have a profound impact in your journey. Think of a sailboat in the middle of the ocean. The compass keeps its course right and true. Until a powerful storm appears on the horizon. It's a big storm, no doubt. But the able captain knows that by adding the slightest change of direction on his …

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12. The Number One Priority All Voice-Over Artists Should Push For. 10:11

1+ y ago10:11

10:11

"Starve Your Distractions. Feed Your Focus". - Unknown That may seem a little extreme but it holds true when people focus undue attention on an idea or object that is new and trendy, that is until something new shows up and grabs their attention yet again. It is no different for VO artists. In this episode, Xavier goes deeper into SOS (Shinny Objec…

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11. Happy New Year From The VO Median! 5:00

1+ y ago5:00

5:00

In his episode, Xavier sits down, reflects and shares some of his milestones during 2022, and looks foward to 2023 as a year full of potential, with it's fair share of ups and downs, but also of exciting possibilties and additional milestones to accomplish, as his jorney towards becoming a professional voice talent continues. Join him too as he sen…

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10. Que Es Lo Que Puedes Esperar Cobrar Como Artista de Voz Principiante 10:11

1+ y ago10:11

10:11

Bienvenidos a The VO Median, un podcast producido por Xavier Torres, tu anfitrion, y creado como un vehiculo de rendicion de cuentas (para Xavier!), asi como un medio de aprendizaje y educacion para todos aquellos que estan interesados en abordar la desafiante carrera de voice over. Xavier lleva 12 meses ya recorridos dentro de la industria. Durant…

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9. The One Belief Aspiring Podcasters Should Stay Away From 9:49

1+ y ago9:49

9:49

"Find a group of people who challenge and inspire you, spend a lot of time with them, and it will change your life." – Amy Poehler Join Xavier as he shares his views on why being the “lone-wolf” will no longer work in today’s community-driven businesses, including podcasting, and how, more than ever, team effort plays a huge role in all this. Learn…

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8. A Day In The Life...Of A Voice Over Artist 11:33

2y ago11:33

11:33

Morning routines, exercise, proper hydration, eating right, relaxation, and even meditatation. These are all habits and activities than can greatly improve your chances at succeeding in voice over. Join Xavier as he shares a detailed snapshot of his daily routine, from the time he wakes up to the time he turns in (including putting his beagle to be…

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7. Never Hold Back Again...Here's How! 12:35

2y ago12:35

12:35

We all know how challenging landing your first payed session as a voice artist can be. This is an inevitable part of the industry which we all have to face, and it is especially difficult for new talents to overcome. So what happens in the mean time? How do you invest your time wisely and effectively in those long "in-between jobs" periods, especia…

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6. Connector vs Creator: Which LinkedIn Path To Follow? 10:22

2y ago10:22

10:22

The pandemic disrupted many people's lives profoundly. Voice artists, both newcomers and established veterans alike, were not the exception. At the height of this crisis, however, opportunity presented itself in the form of online casting. For better or for worse, home studios became the one-stop solution for voice talents and casting agencies. You…

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5b. 10 Sure-Fire Ways To Blow Up Your VO Career…Fast! 9:31

2y ago9:31

9:31

Welcome to the second half of episode five, 10 Sure-Fire Ways To Blow Up Your VO Career...Fast! If you haven't listened to the first part of this episode, take a moment to this now so you may take advantage of Xavier's curating invaluable knowledge from one of his mentors, Juan Frese, a voice-artist in his own right, as well as director and demo pr…

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5. 10 Sure-Fire Ways To Blow Up Your VO Career…Fast! 16:10

2y ago16:10

16:10

What would you do if you were given the chance to do better, improve, upgrade, call it what you will, so that you could turbo-charge your voice-over journey? Would you get on that express highway to success? For Xavier, the resounding answer is a definite YES! And the key to that highway is investing in your continued education, whether your career…

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4. The Seven Virtues of a Professional Voice-Over Artist...And Why Humility Saved My Life. 17:50

2y ago17:50

17:50

Virtue, as defined by The Cambridge Dictionary, is good moral quality in a person, or the general quality of being morally good. This applies both in life and certainly during the different stages of our voice-over careers. In this episode, Xavier shares seven virtues, time tested over 30 years of experience from one of his mentors, Claudia Garzon,…

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2. Voice Acting...The Real Story. 10:59

2y ago10:59

10:59

002 - So many of us begin our careers in voice over, full of dreams, hopes and excitement. But just as many, once fully immersed, don't realize how challenging the path towards professionalization can really be. In this episode, Xavier shares his views on what it means to be a voice over artist. He also talks about similiarties between voice acting…

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3. You Got The What And The Why...Do You Have The How? 15:56

2y ago15:56

15:56

003 - Becoming a professional voice over artist is like running a marathon. During the epic journey to the finish line, you will face moments of exhilaration, frustration, anxiety, fear, and hit inevitable walls along the way which will test your physical and mental resilience to the very limit. It is in no way a sprint. And the only way to overcom…

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Welcome To The VO Median! 17:08

2+ y ago17:08

17:08

001 - Join your host, Xavier Torres, as he introduces himself and sets the inital ground work for his incredible journey ahead, into the craft and challenging industry of voice over. Here too, you will find the powerful motivators driving his decision to re-invent himself at the median part of his adult life, to not only become a better person but …

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Episode #81: Discussing the Future of Puerto Rico with Independent Journalist & Content Creator, Bianca Graulau 1:32:03

3+ y ago1:32:03

1:32:03

Hello everyone and welcome to A Pretty Normal Podcast, I am your host, Xavier Diaz. Quick reminder that we have started streaming the interviews live on Youtube and Facebook and Twitch! This gives you the opportunity to join the conversation and ask questions to all of the amazing guests that come on the show. Also you can hear these great intervie…

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Episode #80: Discussing Online Dating and Mental Health with Zach Schleien, Co-Founder of Filter Off 39:52

3+ y ago39:52

39:52

Hello everyone and welcome to A Pretty Normal Podcast, I am your host, Xavier Diaz. Quick reminder that we have started streaming the interviews live on Youtube and Facebook and Twitch! This gives you the opportunity to join the conversation and ask questions to all of the amazing guests that come on the show. So make sure to follow us on all of ou…

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Episode #79: Discussing Latinidad and How to Move the Latinx Community Forward with Annabel Garcia Torres, Host of Latinx On The Rise 1:35:23

3+ y ago1:35:23

1:35:23

Hello everyone and welcome to A Pretty Normal Podcast, I am your host, Xavier Diaz. Quick reminder that we have started streaming the interviews live on Youtube and Facebook and Twitch! This gives you the opportunity to join the conversation and ask questions to all of the amazing guests that come on the show. So make sure to follow us on all of ou…

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Episode #78: Combatting Loneliness, Isolation, Social Anxiety and More with Pete Bombaci, Founder of The GenWell Project 56:39

3+ y ago56:39

56:39

Hello everyone and welcome to A Pretty Normal Podcast, I am your host, Xavier Diaz. Quick reminder that we have started streaming the interviews live on Youtube and Facebook and Twitch! This gives you the opportunity to join the conversation and ask questions to all of the amazing guests that come on the show. So make sure to follow us on all of ou…

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Episode #77: Discussing Connecting with God, Fathers in the Home, Gender Norms in Society, and more with Donnie C Co-Host of The Diamond Lounge 1:38:04

3+ y ago1:38:04

1:38:04

Hello everyone and welcome to A Pretty Normal Podcast, I am your host, Xavier Diaz. Quick reminder that we have started streaming the interviews live on Youtube and Facebook! This gives you the opportunity to join the conversation and ask questions to all of the amazing guests that come on the show. So make sure to follow us on all of our social me…

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Episode #76: Discussing Collaging, Latinx Culture, Metrics to Success, Work Life Balance and More with Luis Martin, the Art Engineer 1:08:10

3+ y ago1:08:10

1:08:10

Hello everyone and welcome to A Pretty Normal Podcast, I am your host, Xavier Diaz. Quick reminder that we have started streaming the interviews live on Youtube and Facebook! This gives you the opportunity to join the conversation and ask questions to all of the amazing guests that come on the show. So make sure to follow us on all of our social me…

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Episode #75: The Struggles the LGBTQ2S Community Still Faces and More with Krisha, host of Gay Monologues 1:13:24

3+ y ago1:13:24

1:13:24

Hello everyone and welcome to A Pretty Normal Podcast and I am your host, Xavier Diaz. Quick reminder that we have started streaming the interviews live on Youtube and Facebook! This gives you the opportunity to join the conversation and ask questions to all of the amazing guests that come on the show. So make sure to follow us on all of our social…

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Live Stream: Discussing Trumps Impeachment, Social Media Ban, Parler & More 1:35:26

3+ y ago1:35:26

1:35:26

Hello everyone and welcome to A Pretty Normal Podcast, I am your host, Xavier Diaz. Like I announced last week, I have started streaming the show live on Facebook and Youtube so anyone can join me in the chat and get involved in the conversation. Ill always post the audio to the podcast the next day but I do definitely enjoy streaming the show, it …

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Live Stream: Discussing the Siege at the Capitol Building and the Medias Role 1:35:52

3+ y ago1:35:52

1:35:52

Hello everyone and welcome to A Pretty Normal Podcast, I am your host, Xavier Diaz. Now I didn't plan on releasing a new episode until at least mid January, I wanted to take some more time off to figure out what I wanted to do next and to learn any new software that I would need to take the podcast to the next level. But life has its own plans and …

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Goodbye 2020! End of the Year Gratitude Message 6:20

3+ y ago6:20

6:20

GOODBYE 2020!! I can't believe it is the end of the year, but I want to make this short. I'm incredibly grateful for all of the people I have met along this podcast journey. All of you are super talented and I hope to continue to grow and evolve beside you as we head into the new year. 2020 didn't affect everyone in the same way, but we all had our…

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Episode #74: Exploring the Meaning of Liberty with Jalen Vasquez 1:16:02

3+ y ago1:16:02

1:16:02

Hello everyone and welcome to A Pretty Normal Podcast, I am your host, Xavier Diaz and I am excited to announce that this will be the final episode of 2020. The year started off with episode 29 and I am super proud to say we have made it all the way to episode 74. That's not even including all of the monologues, all of the lives, all of the video c…

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STEREO LIVE: Who Can You Vent to, Why Does Family Hurt Us, What Is Technology Doing to Society and More with Reme Flyizhie 1:40:18

3+ y ago1:40:18

1:40:18

Hello everyone and welcome to A Pretty Normal Podcast, I am your host, Xavier Diaz and we have something a little different for you this week. Recently I discovered the app, Stereo. Stereo describes themselves as a LIVE broadcast social platform that enables people to have and discover real conversations in real time. They aim to combat loneliness …

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Episode #73: What is Democratic Libertarianism. Money in Politics and How the People Can Reclaim Their Power with Simon Chadwick 53:52

4y ago53:52

53:52

Hello everyone and welcome to A Pretty Normal Podcast, I am your host, Xavier Diaz and we have an amazing new interview for you this week! I had the pleasure of speaking with Simon Chadwick, the Author of For The People: A Citizen's Manifesto to Shaping Our Nation's Future. Simon is the managing partner of Cambiar, a management consulting company d…

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