Best Annas Khan Podcasts (2024)

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How Aakash Shah from Wyndly is helping fix allergies from home 47:02

2d ago47:02

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In this episode, Aakash Shah, founder of Wyndly discusses his entrepreneurial journey, influenced by his immigrant father, and his own struggles with allergies that inspired him. He talks about the challenges of allergy care in the US and UK and how Wyndly uses AI and telehealth to improve patient experiences. Aakash shares insights on revenue mode…

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Unclogging Workflows: Identifying and Eliminating Bottlenecks in Your Process 9:20

4h ago9:20

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Bottlenecks in Work Processes- Bottlenecks occur when demand exceeds system capacity.- Example: A team with sufficient work may face bottlenecks due to limited resources or dependencies on other teams.- Real-life scenarios are more complex than simplified examples.Bottlenecks and Solutions- Bottlenecks are challenging and expensive to deal with.- F…

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Kobra Moradi on Accountability and Reconciliation for Sustainable Peace 22:40

1d ago22:40

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Kobra Moradi is Research Fellow with RWI's Afghanistan Programme and in this episode is sharing insights from her research on Afghan communities access to information regarding the International Criminal Court investigation on the human rights violations in Afghanistan. Kobra Moradi is a lawyer with a focus on human rights and international law. Sh…

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Grab The Mic - Stephen Khan #10 47:11

2d ago47:11

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Excited to announce that Stephen Khan Chief Business Security Information Officer at Cognizant and recent 'Infosec Europe Hall of Fame' inductee, joins Eleanor Dallaway for our next #GrabTheMic:Cyber Stories podcast. With a 20-year career in cybersecurity spanning global businesses like Hargreaves Lansdown, HSBC, RBS, and GSK, Stephen shares his in…

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Simon Holland from Vance on Entrepreneurship, AI, and Scaling SMB Solutions 41:28

9d ago41:28

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In this episode, Simon Holland, founder of Vance, a back-office service for startups and SMBs shares his entrepreneurial journey from his diverse upbringing in Peru, Australia, and Spain to founding his first business, Papercloud. He discusses differences in the tech ecosystems of Australia, London, and the US, and explains Vance’s focus on SMBs an…

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Haroun Rahimi on the gender dynamic of religious education in Afghanistan.. 14:02

9d ago14:02

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Haroun Rahimi is an affiliate associate professor at UW School of Law. Concurrently, Rahimi is an Associate Professor of Law and the chair of the Law Department at the American University of Afghanistan. Rahimi is also a Global Academy Scholar at the Middle East Studies Association (MESA) and a Research Fellow at The Raoul Wallenberg Institute of H…

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Mila Khrapchenko from Ameetee on Navigating B2B investing 41:25

16d ago41:25

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In this episode, Mila Khrapchenko, co-founder and co-CEO of Ameetee shares her journey from public market investments to startups, discussing her 18-year career at Alpha Bank. She provides insights on investing in derivatives and highlights her focus areas like Edtech and Fintech. Mila explains the creation of Ameetee, aimed at facilitating late-st…

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Future of Robotics and AI with Arshad Hisham 48:04

23d ago48:04

48:04

In this episode, Arshad Hisham, founder of inGen Dynamics shares his insights on his MBA journey, building executive teams, and the importance of investor-friendly funding. He discusses the mission to enhance human life through AI, automation, and robotics, and offers advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, and much more. Timestamps Starting in Startups…

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Writing and self-publishing children’s historical fiction, with Karen Inglis 55:12

17d ago55:12

55:12

The books we read as children are hugely formative, shaping our tastes long after we’ve moved on to adult literature, and often drawing us back to old favourites to re-read to ourselves or future generations. It’s an opportunity and responsibility that Karen Inglis is well aware of. Karen talks about drawing inspiration from everyday life, digging …

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Beyond Velocity: Mastering Agile Coaching and Collaboration with Doc Norton 42:27

23d ago42:27

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In this episode, Doc joined Shahin to talk about Beyond Velocity: Mastering Agile Coaching and Collaboration. The following have been topics of our conversation: Coaching, leadership, and software development Exploring different aspects of coaching, including technical, leadership, and agile coaching. Coaching helps clients achieve sense of accompl…

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How to use AI to boost sales with Thomas Ryan from Bigly Sales 48:54

1M ago48:54

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Thomas Ryan is the CEO and founder of Bigly Sales, a startup transforming the sales landscape. Bigly sales have helped others boost marketing and sales with AI-powered solutions. In this episode, Thomas Ryan, CEO of Bigley Sales shares the potential for automation in sales processes. He discusses the limitations of traditional sales methods and the…

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Bruce Ballengee on how B Corp Certification can benefit your business 57:18

1M ago57:18

57:18

Bruce Ballengee is a Founder and Director at Pariveda. Pariveda is a consulting firm dedicated to solving complex business, brand, and technology problems from the inside out. In this episode, Bruce Ballengee, founder and director of Pariveda Solutions, discusses his transition from working at major consulting firms to starting his own company, inf…

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Exploring Sustainable and Personalized Travel Experiences with Olga Bortnikova 41:17

2M ago41:17

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In this episode, Olga Bortnikova, founder of startups YouTravel and Tripsider discusses her entrepreneurial journey, the challenges of starting a travel company, and the importance of personalizing travel experiences. She also talks about acquiring customers, raising funding, and the effectiveness of marketing channels like SEO. Olga highlights the…

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Grab The Mic - Geoff White #9 52:38

1M ago52:38

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Geoff White is an author, speaker, investigative journalist, and podcast creator focusing on organised crime and technology. In a career spanning 20 years he's covered financial crime, money laundering, cryptocurrency and the emergence of cybercrime as one of the primal threats to modern society.By Assured Intelligence

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How to live with Derek Sivers 1:00:39

2M ago1:00:39

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In this podcast episode, Derek Sivers, talks about his unique approach to life, discussing his book curation process, travel experiences, and his accidental journey into entrepreneurship with CD Baby. Derek shares his philosophy on money, emphasizing intellectual pursuits over financial gain, and offers advice on customer engagement through persona…

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Writing historical crime fiction, with Vaseem Khan 57:16

2M ago57:16

57:16

Learn the secrets of writing great historical crime fiction with Vaseem Khan, international bestseller and winner of the prestigious Crime Writers’ Association (CWA) Historical Dagger. Vaseem, who is also the first non-white chair of the CWA, is a fount of knowledge on creating charismatic crime-solving characters who grow over the course of a seri…

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Anna Bruce on systemic challenges to the implementation of the CRPD in Sweden 35:51

2M ago35:51

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Anna Bruce, Senior Researcher at RWI, shares insights from her participation in the review of Sweden by the CRPD Committee and her work on Sweden's current implementation of the CRPD. -Work in progress version of book chapter in Swedish: Bruce, A, Funktionsrättskonventionen: Fördragskonform tolkning i norm(dis)harmoni, Lind, A-S, Thorburn Stern, R.…

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Eugene Malobrodsky from One Way Ventures on backing immigrant founders 46:03

2M ago46:03

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In this podcast episode, Eugene Malobrodsky, Managing Partner at One Way Ventures, shares his journey from Lithuania to the U.S. and his evolution from founder to venture capitalist. He also covers the strategies for investing in early-stage companies and the challenges that new venture capital managers face. Eugene shares insights on the role of l…

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User Story Excellence: Boosting Collaboration and Delivery in Agile Teams 7:32

2M ago7:32

7:32

Writing Effective User Stories- User stories are often written poorly, leading to challenges in estimation and development.- They should be small, easy to understand, and consumable by developers.- Agile coaches can help teams write better user stories by providing tools and guidance.Using User Stories Effectively- User stories should provide value…

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Creating fintech and consumer category leaders with Vikram Chachra from 8i Ventures 44:23

2M ago44:23

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In this podcast episode, Vikram Chachra, founding partner of 8i Ventures, delves into the nuances of venture investing in India. He shares his entrepreneurial background and his transition to venture capital, highlighting the cultural and generational shifts shaping the investment landscape. Vikram underscores the importance of understanding consum…

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Mohamad Khachab on building a leading consumer food brand to a $200 Million Sale 48:04

2M ago48:04

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In this podcast episode, Mohammed Khachab, Senior Vice President at BNP Group. his entrepreneurial journey from Lebanon to the thriving startup scene in Dubai. He shares the story of building and selling a company for $200 million, sharing the importance of assembling a complementary team and focusing on distribution before marketing. Mohammed also…

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Grab The Mic - Ciaran Martin #8 1:13:52

3M ago1:13:52

1:13:52

Ciaran Martin founded the UK’s world-leading National Cyber Security Centre and served as its first CEO for the first four years of its existence. He worked with five Prime Ministers and various senior Ministers across three political parties. Ciaran grabs the mic, shares some war stories from his time in government, and offers a couple of controve…

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John Li on building Vimcal, world's fastest calendar for remote teams 41:26

3M ago41:26

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In this episode, John Li, CEO of Vimcal discusses his transition from Twitter to entrepreneurship, detailing the evolution of his startup from AR technology to a fitness venture, and ultimately to a specialized calendar app. He emphasizes the critical role of executive assistants in product development, the necessity of user feedback, and the integ…

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Kyle Forster from RunWhen on How Product and Commercial Teams Can Collaborate in Tech Companies 46:49

3M ago46:49

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In this podcast episode, Kyle Forster, CEO of RunWhen, shares his journey from growing up in Silicon Valley to becoming a leader in product management. He discusses the nuances of product management across different customer segments, offering advice on collaboration between product and commercial teams. Kyle also explores leadership roles, the tra…

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How to use archives to enhance your historical fiction, with Steve Dacus 55:10

3M ago55:10

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Research is so important to piecing together the material world of your novel. Not only are archives an important tool in helping you avoid anachronisms that can be jarring for readers, but good archival research can have a huge positive impact, helping you access primary details that make your setting and characters come alive. In this episode, Ju…

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Alex Twigg on building No-Code Platforms to simplify app building 57:08

3M ago57:08

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In this podcast episode, Alex Twigg, founder of Appeggio, shares his transition from the banking sector to creating a no-code SaaS platform. He discusses the evolution of his leadership style, the impact of AI on jobs, and the concept of "invisible banking." Alex emphasizes the importance of nurturing talent, the role of experience in leadership, a…

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Achieving Product-Market Fit with Boris Manhart from Growth Unltd 33:10

3M ago33:10

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In this podcast episode, Boris Manhart shares his experience leading Codecheck and his journey through the fintech landscape with Numbers. He shares his expertise on team alignment, leadership, and the critical role of market needs in AI startups. Boris emphasizes the significance of product-market fit, sustainable capital use, and the evolving dyn…

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Ehsan Qaane on the ICC's Afghanistan Investigation 30:40

3M ago30:40

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Ehsan Qaane was a Research Fellow for the Afghanistan Programme in 2023. Prior to this, he worked with Afghanistan Analysts Network, a policy researcher organisation, as a political and legal affairs researcher (2012-2022) and as the country director (2017-2020). He is a member of and adviser to several human rights networks in Afghanistan, includi…

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Think Remarkable with Guy Kawasaki 40:27

4M ago40:27

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In this podcast episode, Guy Kawasaki, talks about his latest book "Think Remarkable," exploring themes such as marketing excellence, the intricacies of podcast growth, the power of a growth mindset, and the art of finding mentors. Guy shares his journey, emphasizing the importance of quality in product evangelism and the challenges of leveraging a…

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Grab The Mic - Cecilie Fjellhoy & Anna Rowe #7 52:45

4M ago52:45

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Cecilie Fjellhoy, recognised for her role in the Tinder Swindler saga, and Anna Rowe, co-founder of LoveSaid, join GrabTheMic to share their deeply personal and public experiences as victims of romance fraud. Tune in as they discuss their journey, actions to assist other victims, and contemplate the possibility of future love.…

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The Pitch: Rewards of Media Entrepreneurship and fund raising with Josh Muccio 51:28

4M ago51:28

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In this podcast episode, Josh Muccio, co-founder of The Pitch and a general partner at The Pitch Fund talks about his entrepreneurial background, his ventures in e-commerce and media, and the intricacies of building a successful media company like The Pitch. Josh recounts the show's sale to Gimlet Media and subsequent repurchase, as well as his per…

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David Cingranelli on Labour Rights and Accountability 22:40

4M ago22:40

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David Cingranelli is a Professor of Political Science at Binghamton University of the State University of New York. He also is the Co-director of the Binghamton University Human Rights Institute. He has written widely on human rights, democracy, governance, and labor rights. He is a champion of the quantitative, scientific study of human rights. He…

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Writing dual timelines and co-writing historical fiction, with Hazel Gaynor 53:30

4M ago53:30

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Hazel Gaynor, bestselling author on both sides of the Atlantic, joins Theo and Julia to talk about the processes and priorities for writers of dual-timelines. She explains how weaving back and forth between characters and eras can create mystery and allow the author to provide both light and shade in order to ensure variety in tone and mood. Having…

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Systems Thinking, Leadership Habits, and Organizational Change with Don Gray 56:18

4M ago56:18

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In this episode, Don joined Shahin to talk about Systems Thinking, Leadership Habits, and Organizational Change. The following have been topics of our conversation: Transitioning from technical skills to people management. The importance of people in software development, highlighting their creative force and impact on success and well-being. The i…

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How to approach Product Development, User Feedback, Team Building with Darya Sesitskaya from Shader 39:38

4M ago39:38

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In this podcast episode, Darya Sesitskaya, founder of Shader, shares her entrepreneurial journey and insights into product development. She emphasizes the role of intuition in the early stages of design and the importance of simplicity in product interfaces. Daria also discusses her approach to user feedback, highlighting that not all suggestions a…

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"Jump on Board the Vaka" Vishal Prasad on climate justice and the ICJ advisory opinion 28:44

4M ago28:44

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Mr. Vishal Prasad is the Campaign Director of the Pacific Islands Students Fighting Climate Change, a youth-led organization campaigning for an advisory opinion from the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on climate change and human rights. He is from Suva, Fiji, and has studied international politics and law at the University of the South Pacifi…

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How startups can build sustainable distribution modes with Justin Smith from Recharge Capital 42:45

4M ago42:45

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In this podcast episode, Justin Smith, Managing Partner at Recharge Capital delves into his venture capital journey, his experiences at Recharge Capital and Tusk Ventures, and the intricacies of angel investing and SPVs. Justin shares his transition from auditing to venture capital, his approach to building a sourcing network, and the importance of…

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Life in a Pressure Cooker: Startup & Partnerships with Stefan Ross 49:27

5M ago49:27

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In this episode, Stefan Ross, Head of Partnerships at Pigment, shares his journey from sales to partnerships and his experiences in the UK startup ecosystem. He discusses the importance of strategic thinking and curiosity in partnerships, the centralized nature of the UK startup scene, and the misconceptions about partnerships. Stefan emphasizes th…

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Grab The Mic: Cyber Stories - Rik Ferguson #6 1:06:28

5M ago1:06:28

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InfoSec rockstar Rik Ferguson grabs the mic. He argues why the Beatles are overrated and how deep fakery is going mainstream, and he provides his 'Rik Takes' on the current cyber stories dominating mainstream media.By Assured Intelligence

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Mastering Your Nervous System with Jonny Miller 40:53

5M ago40:53

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In this podcast episode, Jonny Miller, founder of Nervous System Mastery, talks about his journey from studying at Durham University to becoming an entrepreneur and eventually creating a course to help others manage stress and enhance resilience. He discusses his startup experiences, including his travel magazine and MapTier, and the lessons learne…

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How to Have Effective Daily Meetings (Standups)? 12:20

5M ago12:20

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Standup Meeting in Agile Teams- Standup meetings are short daily meetings held in agile teams to discuss progress and challenges.- They are typically held at the start of the day and should be kept to 15 minutes or less.- Standups can be helpful for identifying and resolving issues early on.Managing Lengthy Team Meetings- Discussing the issue of le…

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Building the first operator of e-commerce software with Luca Cartechini of Shopcircle 35:38

5M ago35:38

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In this podcast episode, Luca Cartechini, founder of Shopcircle, shares his journey from Italy to the UK, his experience in investment banking and venture capital, and the founding of Shopcircle. He discusses London's vibrant tech scene, the impact of Brexit, and the benefits of corporate experience for entrepreneurs. Shopcircle's focus on the Shop…

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Impact of Athletes in Venture Capital with Arthur Bernard at Athletic Ventures 32:30

5M ago32:30

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In this podcast episode, Arthur Bernard, General Partner at Athletic Ventures, talks about his transition into venture capital and the role of athletes in this sector. Arthur discusses his early career, experience in sports marketing agencies, and return to venture capital in 2020. He emphasizes the importance of educating the European market on at…

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Decision Making as Change Agents! 14:47

5M ago14:47

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Hybrid Work Environment: Encouraging Team Collaboration Decision Making in Change Management- Discussing the role of change agents and initiators in decision-making.- Exploring the concept of shared decision-making versus individual decision-making.- Considering the complexities of decision-making in change management using a hypothetical scenario.…

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Creating compelling characters in historical fiction, with Katherine Clements 54:40

5M ago54:40

54:40

Join bestselling novelist and writing coach Katherine Clements as she discusses the deep, human connection between reader and characters that distinguishes historical fiction from history. This episode also takes in topics including how to remain teachable as a writer, following your gut, and what a meaningful and bold writing career looks like. Th…

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Future of Gaming with Blockchain and Crypto with Brian Evans 55:29

5M ago55:29

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In this podcast episode, Brian Evans, CEO and founder of BDE Ventures, shares his insights into the crypto and blockchain industry. He shares the transformative potential of blockchain in gaming, the integration of NFTs in various sectors, and the importance of building a strong online presence. Brian shares his journey into crypto, the impact of r…

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Tanzila Khan- On Activism, Entrepreneurship and Disability 15:29

6M ago15:29

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She is a Pakistani activist, entrepreneur, writer, and disability rights advocate, known for her efforts to promote inclusivity and equality for people with disabilities in Pakistan. Tanzila Khan has been actively involved in raising awareness about the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities and working towards creating a more accessible…

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Grab The Mic: Cyber Stories - Sarah Armstrong-Smith 39:28

6M ago39:28

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Episode five of Grab The Mic: Cyber Stories sees Microsoft's Chief Security Advisor, Sarah Armstrong-Smith, behind the mic. Join her as she delves into her experiences navigating crisis management amidst COVID-19 and the London terrorist attacks. Sarah challenges the notion of black swan events and shares insights into the evolving landscape of ran…

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Exploring Latin American Startup Ecosystem with Ali Jamal of First Check Ventures 38:27

6M ago38:27

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In this podcast episode, Ali Jamal, General Partner at First Check Ventures shares his multicultural upbringing and its influence on his interest in startups and venture capital, particularly in Latin America. He discusses the challenges and rewards of working in high-growth startups in developing economies and his transition from a full-time job t…

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Hanifa Girowal - Women's Rights Violations in Afghanistan and the Need for Accountability 21:29

6M ago21:29

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Hanifa Girowal was a young female politician, and human rights advocate who served as Kabul’s deputy governor on socio-economic and development affairs, managing development and funding projects, mitigating conflicts, and providing essential services to Kabul residents.Previously, she worked with the Afghanistan Independent human rights commission …

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