Best Adam Lerner Podcasts (2024)

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Nuts and Bolts: What Needs to be Learned to Make Our Agenda Reality 57:57

2h ago57:57

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As Americans, we want what we want right now. But it doesn’t work that way to make real political change. As with any mechanism, there are certain things that must be learned to make it work and achieve our goals. The post Nuts and Bolts: What Needs to be Learned to Make Our Agenda Reality appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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Why Your Mission Matters More Than Money with Adam Torres 49:10

4h ago49:10

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Episode #400: JM Ryerson sits down with Adam Torres, co-founder of "Mission Matters," to discuss his journey from financial advising to building a thriving media empire. Adam shares how shifting his focus from "Money Matters" to "Mission Matters" allowed him to create a platform that highlights mission-driven entrepreneurs, entertainers, and leader…

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StarShipSofa No 741 Matthew Kressel 42:07

2h ago42:07

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Main fiction: “Movie Night” by Matthew Kressel Matthew Kressel’s many works of short fiction have or will soon appear in Asimov’s, Analog, Lightspeed, Clarkesworld, Tor.com/Reactor, Beneath Ceaseless Skies, and in many other publications and Year’s Best anthologies. His far-future novel Space Trucker Jess (Fairwood Press) is scheduled for late 2025…

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Criminalizing The Unhoused Gets Us Nowhere 57:57

1h ago57:57

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Some might call it “cruel and unusual punishment,” arresting, sweeping the parks, bulldozing homeless encampments. Others believe if people are poor it’s their own fault. On this show, the Reverend Dr. Liz Theoharis of The Kairos Center discusses an essay The post Criminalizing The Unhoused Gets Us Nowhere appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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Why Flexibility is Key to Success 24:58

2h ago24:58

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In this episode of the Let's Go Win podcast, JM Ryerson takes a deep dive into the world of strategic leadership. He breaks down key components like vision, planning, and systems, explaining how these elements contribute to effective leadership. But, as JM points out, sticking too rigidly to a plan without adapting can be a leader's downfall. Using…

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A Military Security State and the Erosion of Freedom 59:14

7d ago59:14

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They love to say America has the strongest military of any nation ever. But boasting usually leads to disaster. On this show, we hear from William J. Astore, a retired lieutenant colonel of the US Air Force and professor of The post A Military Security State and the Erosion of Freedom appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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Overcoming Failure and Finding Purpose with Jeff Lerner 56:55

6d ago56:55

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Episode #399: In this episode, JM Ryerson interviews Jeff Lerner, a successful entrepreneur and founder of Entre Institute, who shares his inspiring journey from financial hardship to building a multi-million-dollar business. Jeff reveals the importance of resilience, personal growth, and redefining entrepreneurship beyond just business—it's about …

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Rachel Kushner on Creation Lake (Booker Prize SHORTLIST 2024) 55:28

8d ago55:28

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Rachel Kushner’s fourth novel Creation Lake is a spy novel stacked with ideas. As our fast-thinking, gun-packing protagonist wends her way down to the south of France, charged—by forces unknown—with infiltrating and sowing chaos at a commune of eco-warriors, her mission leads her into exhilarating reflections on activism, on charisma, on neandertha…

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What is the 9/11 Generation? 57:47

9d ago57:47

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History professor Matt Warshauer argues in his new book that the 9/11 generation is the most unique in American history, and he explains how. The title is Creating and Failing the 9/11 Generation. This generation has seen a nonfunctional government, The post What is the 9/11 Generation? appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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Why Culture is Key to Business Success 23:13

4d ago23:13

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In this Deep Dive episode, JM Ryerson takes a deep dive into what it truly means to build and maintain a strong company culture. Learn how to define your company’s core values, get buy-in from your team, and create a culture that aligns with your business goals. JM shares his personal experiences and actionable strategies on how culture impacts hir…

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Evangelicals Souring on Trump: Why It Took So Long. 59:56

13d ago59:56

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He got 81% of the evangelical vote in key swing states in 2016. Our guest today the Reverend Doug Pagitt is exceptionally familiar with what goes on with evangelical Christians, and he says he expects Trump to get less than The post Evangelicals Souring on Trump: Why It Took So Long. appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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The Strategy Behind Building a $106 Million Dollar Business with Cameron Herold 48:03

8d ago48:03

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Episode 398: Welcome to the Let's Go Win Podcast! In this episode, JM Ryerson sits down with Cameron Herold, the "CEO Whisperer" and mastermind behind the exponential growth of companies like 1-800-GOT-JUNK?. Cameron shares his incredible journey from early entrepreneurial ventures to scaling businesses into multi-million-dollar successes. Known fo…

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Ferdia Lennon on Glorious Exploits 42:04

8d ago42:04

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Our guest in the writer’s studio this week is Ferdia Lennon, whose debut novel Glorious Exploits depicts the ancient world in a way readers will never have experienced it before. Set in Syracuse in 412 BC, after the catastrophic attempt by Athens to invade the city, Lampo and Gelon, two out-of-work potters, have the harebrained idea of staging a pr…

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Gen Z, Millennials and The 2024 Presidential Election 56:46

10d ago56:46

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They weren’t there for Biden. A large chunk of young men are for Trump, but with a new presidential candidate, the Democratic Party is connecting with young people. One millennial voice is Josh Lafasan, on today’s show he says the The post Gen Z, Millennials and The 2024 Presidential Election appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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The Huge Power of Mindset 20:44

11d ago20:44

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In this powerful Deep Dive episode, JM Ryerson explores the critical role mindset plays in both personal and professional success. Reflecting on his own transformation from a pessimist to an optimist, JM shares valuable insights into how anyone can cultivate a growth-oriented mindset. He discusses the influence of visionary leaders like Elon Musk a…

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Waving Goodbye to Neoliberalism? 54:46

15d ago54:46

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It may have the word “liberal” in it but it’s anything but. Until the Biden/Harris years, the corporate wing of the Democratic Party had its deserved image of serving the richest among us. Trump understood raw populist anger to win The post Waving Goodbye to Neoliberalism? appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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Scaling a Business REALLY FAST with Bennett Maxwell 45:01

19d ago45:01

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Episode #397: In this insightful episode of the Let's Go Win Podcast, JM Ryerson sits down with Bennett Maxwell, the innovative CEO behind the rapidly growing cookie franchise, Dirty Dough. Bennett shares his incredible journey from selling candy bars as a child to scaling a successful business that’s not just about delicious cookies but also about…

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Roxy Dunn on As Young As This 37:35

15d ago37:35

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Our guest this week is Roxy Dunn, whose debut novel As Young As This is a meticulous examination of the lives and loves of young women today. Told, strikingly, in the second person, it is structured by the the succession of first boys, then men in the protagonist Margot’s life, and populated by dysfunctional friends and a wisecracking, but deeply c…

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StarShipSofa No 740 Brian Trent 58:23

23d ago58:23

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Main fiction: “Death on the Nefertem Express” by Brian Trent Brian Trent is the award-winning author of the sci-fi thrillers Redspace Rising and Ten Thousand Thunders, and more than a hundred short stories appearing in the world’s top fiction markets, including in the New York Times’ bestselling Black Tide Rising series, The Magazine of Fantasy & S…

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StarShipSofa No 740 Brian Trent 58:22

19d ago58:22

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Brian Trent is the award-winning author of the sci-fi thrillers Redspace Rising and Ten Thousand Thunders, and more than a hundred short stories appearing in the world's top fiction markets, including in the New York Times' bestselling Black Tide Rising series, The Magazine of Fantasy & Science Fiction, Analog Science Fiction and Fact, Nature, Dail…

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Hawley And the Right: Terrified About Their Manhood 59:28

21d ago59:28

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Now with the nomination of not just a woman, but a woman of color, they feel even more threatened. Today’s right encourages and seeks to use men’s anger in the culture war, even though those very policies actually harm working The post Hawley And the Right: Terrified About Their Manhood appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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Turning Frustration into Real Purpose 29:22

25d ago29:22

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In this episode, JM Ryerson dives deep into a topic we all face at some point—frustration. He shares his personal journey of discovering his purpose and the struggles that came with it. It’s easy to get caught up in the day-to-day grind, especially when you’re not clear on your path. We’ve all been there—successful on the outside, but feeling unful…

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With Walz, Can Democrats Win Back Rural America? 58:58

22d ago58:58

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Since at least 2016, the Democratic policy has been driven by big contributors, yielding rural voters to Trump who at least pretended to hear them. With Minnesota Governor Tim Walz nominated as VP for Harris, middle America people who had The post With Walz, Can Democrats Win Back Rural America? appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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The Path to Financial Freedom with Darnyelle Jervey Harmon 50:11

29d ago50:11

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Episode #396: In this powerful episode of the Let's Go Win Podcast, JM Ryerson sits down with the iconic Darnyelle Jervey Harmon, CEO of Incredible One Enterprises and a two-time Inc. 5000 entrepreneur. Darnyelle shares her remarkable journey from bankruptcy to building a multi-million-dollar business, revealing how she transformed her mindset and …

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Poetry: Ishion Hutchinson reads from and discusses School of Instructions 47:31

29d ago47:31

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School of Instructions, the latest work by Ishion Hutchinson, draws from the time he spent in the archive of the Imperial War Museum, to foreground the experience—brutal, significant, but long overlooked—of West Indian volunteers in the First World War. This book length poem is a sensorial voyage into the convoys, garrisons and trenches of the Midd…

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Avi Chomsky: 21st Century Colonialism and Extractivism 57:06

24d ago57:06

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Colonialism: Now it’s called corporate globalization. As the energy appetite of the west continues to accelerate, so does extractivism, without the consent of the people directly affected. In this revealing discussion, Professor Avi Chomsky explodes the many myths we white The post Avi Chomsky: 21st Century Colonialism and Extractivism appeared fir…

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Mental Health Matters: Creating a Supportive and High-Performing Workplace 35:38

25d ago35:38

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In this deep dive episode, we explore the crucial connection between mental health and business success. JM Ryerson shares his personal journey and why mental health should be prioritized alongside physical health in both personal and professional spheres. The pandemic has exacerbated mental health challenges, leading to increased burnout and even …

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Jails and Prisons Were a Hotbed of Covid. Needlessly. 59:09

29d ago59:09

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The ideal breeding ground for the Covid virus: A place where people were forced to have constant close contact with each other and with the wider community. In other words: prisons. You know how awful it was for us on The post Jails and Prisons Were a Hotbed of Covid. Needlessly. appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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How to Discover Your WHY in 5 Minutes with Dr. Gary Sanchez 51:51

29d ago51:51

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Episode #395: In this eye-opening episode of the Let's Go Win Podcast, host JM Ryerson sits down with the brilliant Dr. Gary Sanchez, a renowned international speaker, author, dentist, and inventor, famously known as "Dr. WHY." Dr. Sanchez is the mastermind behind the groundbreaking WHY Operating System (WHY.os) and the founder of the WHY Institute…

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Michael Donkor on Grow Where They Fall 1:00:38

1M ago1:00:38

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This week’s guest is Michael Donkor whose new novel Grow Where They Fall is a meticulous and tender exploration of two formative moments in the life of one Kwame Akromah, twenty years apart. Kwame is Black, Gay, British of Ghanian descent, a dedicated teacher, a dependable friend—character traits and conditions of life that weave around each other …

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StarShipSofa No 739 Edward M. Lerner 1:00:26

1M ago1:00:26

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Main fiction: “Judy Garland Saves the World (And I Don’t Mean Oz)” by Edward M. Lerner Edward M. Lerner is the author of eighteen SF novels and many shorter works. The final novel in his InterstellarNet trilogy won the inaugural Canopus Award “honoring excellence in interstellar writing,” while other stories have been nominated for Locus, Prometheu…

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Make the Winner of the Popular Vote President 55:46

1M ago55:46

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We were taught in elementary school that every vote counts in America. But as we all know the 2016 winner of the popular vote did not become president. The truth is the presidential candidates will spend a billion dollars this The post Make the Winner of the Popular Vote President appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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Navigating Adversity and Problem-Solving: Keys to Turning Challenges into Opportunities 23:02

1M ago23:02

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In this deep dive episode, JM Ryerson explores the essential skills and strategies for effective problem-solving and handling adversity within teams. Learn why critical thinking and problem-solving abilities are more valuable than ever and how to cultivate these skills in your team. Discover the importance of clear communication, repetition of expe…

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The Term “MAGA” Acknowledges US Empire is Over 59:33

1M ago59:33

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Make America great “again?” What does that phrase assume? Our guest today, retired Lt Col. William Astore served 20 years in the military. No, he’s not a stereotypical macho militarist, far from it. He says our “full spectrum global empire” The post The Term “MAGA” Acknowledges US Empire is Over appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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Unlock Your Sales Potential: Close Deals Like a Pro with Bill Walsh 56:05

1M ago56:05

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Episode #394: In this exciting episode of the Let's Go Win podcast, JM Ryerson sits down with Bill Walsh, a renowned sales expert, to delve into successful sales strategies and personal discipline. Bill Walsh shares his insights on simplifying the sales process: identifying the problem, presenting a solution, and confidently guiding the customer to…

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