Best Barbershop Books Podcasts (2024)

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The Republican National Convention, Biden’s Nomination Struggle, and the Spectacle of Current Politics With Bakari Sellers 1:39:30

2h ago1:39:30

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay talk about the pressure on President Biden to step down from Democratic nomination, as well as the media coverage of it (00:54). Then, Bakari Sellers comes on to talk about a possible Harris campaign and Biden’s chances in November (10:33 ). Later, we talk about Bronny James and whether he needs to be given a “break” (…

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Luke Lintz A Canadian Young Entrepreneur Goes From Selling Products To Helping Celebrities With Their Social Media Marketing 24:30

1h ago24:30

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Luke Lintz started his first business at the age of 16, going into Grade 11 of high school, in Canada. He now runs his public relations firm called HighKey Agency based in Puerto Rico, which grows digital brands of top-level business owners. He has grown a collective of over 100 million followers across his client's accounts; Has worked with every …

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The (Attempted) Assassination of Trump and the Normalization of Political Violence in America 1:21:23

22m ago1:21:23

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay talk about the assassination attempt on Donald Trump during his rally this past weekend and the reactions from both the right and left. Then, they talk about Trump’s influence on the growth of political violence in America and what this situation could mean for the election. Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay Produce…

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Impeaching the Supreme Court, Leaving Team USA, and the Discrimination of a Name 1:43:35

5d ago1:43:35

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay talk about Joe Biden’s pressure from the Democratic Party (08:20) and react to Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez filing impeachment articles against Supreme Court Justices Clarence Thomas and Samuel Alito (35:19). Then, they discuss Kawhi Leonard leaving the USA Olympic basketball team (45:48) and Jaylen Brown’s …

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Daniel Den On How To Promote A Full Experience With A Book And A Box 26:55

4d ago26:55

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DANIEL DEN became fascinated with marketing and sales almost two decades ago. Today he is the co-creator of the X Factor Effect methodology where he and his team have helped over 20,000 students and clients grow their businesses. Daniel teaches that “Different is the new Better” and his framework includes nine pillars for differentiating your busin…

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Biden’s Interview, Project 2025, and the Boldness of the Republican Party 1:19:56

8d ago1:19:56

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay talk a little bit about what they’ve been up to over the Fourth of July weekend, then get into their impressions of and the overall response to the Joe Biden ABC interview (13:10). They talk about how bold republicans seem to be getting () and their looming Project 2025 (38:36). After, they talk about Ryan Garcia’s exp…

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Denzel Giraldo From The Dominican Republic To Barbershops In Newark To Solving An Industry Problem 21:01

11d ago21:01

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Denzel Giraldo is a dynamic and results-driven CEO of a software development company with almost a decade of experience in the software industry. He is a natural leader who is passionate about developing himself and his team to reach their full potential. Denzel's expertise in software development, combined with his leadership skills, allows him to…

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The BET Awards, Barbershop Blues, and the Presidential Race With Cornel West and Melina Abdullah 1:53:07

11d ago1:53:07

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay start the episode talking about their impressions and the most surprising moments from the BET Awards (09:29). They are then joined by Cornel West and Melina Abdullah to talk about their candidacy, vision, and their observations on what is currently happening with this year’s elections. Later, they talk about NBA free …

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The Jarring Trump-Biden Debate, Black Nepotism, and Jamaal Bowman’s Loss 1:30:41

15d ago1:30:41

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay start the show off with their reactions to the Biden-Trump debate, including the surprises, the lies, and troubles facing the upcoming election (02:02). Then, they talk about why the Lakers drafted Bronny James and instances of Black nepotism (49:52). Last, they bring back Mailbag Time and answer some of your questions…

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Shaun Mader On Corporate Training And The Entrepreneur Journey 17:06

18d ago17:06

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Shaun serves as a coach, strategist & consultant to organizations that prioritize human development and engagement in their goals for growth. As Founder of Trusted Leadership, Shaun implements systems that promote cultures of trust and belonging where true innovation can flourish and add to the bottom line. He is also a leader and coach for the Int…

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Toxic Apologies, Trumpisims Are Back, and Mexican Representation in Ken and Friends 1:26:58

20d ago1:26:58

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay start the episode off by giving a quick statement on the BBI (11:27). Then, they talk about the passing of Florida rapper Julio Foolio, the aftermath, and the violence that affects youth in today’s climate (22:39). Last, they talk about DJ LA Eyekon’s comments about Mexican representation in rap (40:58) and the new bat…

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Birdman Versus Books, Van’s Summer Era, and the Electricity From Ken and Friends 1:29:50

22d ago1:29:50

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay react to Birdman’s visit to his hometown to speak to inmates at Orleans Parish Prison and his comments on the inmates’ need for books (33:07). They also talk about the interest (or lack thereof) toward Verzuz's distribution deal with X/Twitter (42:30). Then, they go over the surprising new election polling numbers (54:…

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To Church or Not to Church 16:08

24d ago16:08

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#christian #bible #podcasting #christian #bible #podcasting #housechurch #homechurch #churchonline #churchservice #hoodgrace #christian #bible #faith #God #podcasting Ep 3. Exploring Biblical Foundations: To Church or Not to ChurchIn this episode of the "house church series" we will explore the objection "going to church does & does not save you." …

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Geoffrey Kent On Being A Seasoned Entrepreneur Now Giving Back 19:37

25d ago19:37

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Geoffrey Kent, Founder and CEO of Think Big with Geoffrey Kent. Geoffrey is a serial entrepreneur (having launched 20+ entrepreneurial ventures over the last 5 decades), who took his last tech venture (Cognis IT) from launch to successful exit in 6 years a decade ago. In addition to an MBA in Entrepreneurial Management from the Wharton School of Bu…

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To Smash and Dash, Maher’s Shock, and Black Folk Working "Five Times Harder" 1:30:22

25d ago1:30:22

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay start the show talking about the Biden and Obama event and the protest outside of it (08:48). Then, they talk about Bill Maher and Charlemagne’s interview and how Black people still have to be “five times better” (16:17) before they end the show by reacting to Terrell Lewis’ drama with an OnlyFans model (1:03:34). Host…

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Jonathan Majors’s Perseverance, How to Talk to Black Women, and Aliens Walking Among Us 1:21:20

29d ago1:21:20

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay start the episode talking about the Dallas Mavericks and some recent Supreme Court decisions (01:20). Then, they discuss whether Jonathan Majors is deserving of the Perseverance Award at Hollywood Unlocked Impact Awards (08:38). Later, they go over Hunter Biden’s conviction (23:55) before Van asks a question regarding …

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S01E16 Busy Mom, Dream Vacation: How Christina Vieira Makes it Happen 32:07

1M ago32:07

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Welcome to episode 16 of the Scale Savvy Podcast. In this episode, Erin Mathie welcomes Christina Vieira. Christina is the founder of Showcase the World Travel and co-founder of Magic Made Simple. She is a trendsetter in the travel industry and is known for her commitment to transforming travel experiences through innovation and excellent service. …

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Erin Sparks On Entrepreneurship, Video, SEO, And More SEO Goodness 33:50

1M ago33:50

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Erin Sparks is the owner and president of Site Strategics, a company he founded in 2004 specializing in high-end Web services for small and mid-sized businesses in the United States. His 25-year career in web technology straddles the IT and marketing professions, and includes 23 years of experience in search engine optimization (SEO). Site Strategi…

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The Fresh Prince Returns, Michael Chandler’s Comments, and School Choice With Camika Royal 1:40:24

1M ago1:40:24

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay talk about Will Smith’s return to the public eye and the Black community’s reaction to it (09:25). Camika Royal joins to discuss Jay-Z’s campaign to help underprivileged students, school choice, and the secret issue behind the assistance (40:51). Then, they react to Michael Chandler’s comments about his adoptive sons a…

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Kramer’s Apology, Trump’s Paused Case, and Blum One-Ups the Fearless Fund 1:23:42

1M ago1:23:42

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay start the show by talking about the NBA Finals and a tale about a recent urgent care visit (00:10). Then, Rachel gives an apology rating for Michael Richards’s latest interview with 'The View' on his racist rant from nearly 20 years ago(11:57) before they talk about the possible outcomes from the Georgia appeals court'…

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S01E15 Ecommerce Accounting: The Untold Challenges and How to Slay Them with Stephen Brown 27:49

1M ago27:49

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Welcome to episode 15 of the Scale Savvy Podcast. In this episode, Erin Mathie welcomes Stephen Brown. Stephen is the Chief Operating Officer and co-founder of LedgerGurus. He is focused on growing and scaling the business from sales to services and beyond. He has a background in enterprise software and business leadership. Get ready for an inspiri…

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Kieron James Is Changing The Way We Bank And Raise Money 16:17

1M ago16:17

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Welcome to another exciting episode of Entrepreneur's Enigma with your host, Seth Goldstein! Today, we have a truly remarkable guest joining us from the sunny shores of Spain—Kieron James. A seasoned entrepreneur with 30 years of experience, Kieron has made waves in the ICT sector and is now revolutionizing the world of payments and fundraising as …

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Trump’s 34 Charges, Slim Shady’s Return, and Talking ‘Babes’ With Ilana Glazer 1:38:52

1M ago1:38:52

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay talk about the 34 guilty verdicts against Donald Trump and what that could possibly mean for both the election and his followers (08:59). Then, they talk about Eminem’s latest song’s targets (21:11), and Caitlin Clark’s rough initiation into the WNBA (35:09). Lastly, they are joined by Ilana Glazer to talk her latest p…

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More Trump Misses, Drake’s New Defender, and Understanding the Airstrikes With Akbar Shahid Ahmed 1:24:09

1M ago1:24:09

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay give a quick recap on a few headlines that have captured their attention (08:24), before they are joined by Akbar Shahid Ahmed to talk about the recent airstrikes on Rafah and give more insight on America’s involvement in the Israel/Gaza conflict (19:33). Then, they discuss Drake’s latest defender (53:25) and ask an im…

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S01E14 Hire Smart, Scale Faster: How the Right People Can Skyrocket Your Business with Peter Erickson 35:38

2M ago35:38

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Welcome to episode 14 of the Scale Savvy Podcast. In this episode, Erin Mathie and Amy Walker welcome Peter Erickson. Peter is the VP of Administration at Summit PT. Peter's life took a drastic turn when he fell ill in 2017, experiencing paralysis, confusion, and seizures due to a virus affecting his brain. During his rehabilitation, Peter realized…

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Theresia Intag On Entrepreneurship And A New Way To Do HR 21:04

2M ago21:04

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Theresia Intag is the founder of IntagHire, a Fractional Human Resource and Recruiting firm, as well as a co-founder of Tag4HR, a membership platform to support HR leaders of SMBs. Theresia has worked with amazing brands such as Samsung, Bazaarvoice, Nordstrom, Yeti Coolers, Abaco, Dimensional Fund Advisors, Spanning Cloud, Holtzman Partners and ma…

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Spending Memorial Day With Prentice Penny and Black Twitter 31:31

2M ago31:31

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay spend Memorial Day with Prentice Penny, creator of ‘Black Twitter: A People's History.’ They talk about his latest project and the internet’s reaction to Black Twitter events. Then, they go over the influence and cultural importance that Black Twitter has had in America. Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay Guest: Pren…

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Amber Loves Trumps, Caitlin Clark vs. Rachel, and Apple Music’s Top Albums With Bryan-Michael Cox 1:47:31

2M ago1:47:31

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay kick off the podcast celebrating four years with the Thought Warriors before Van brings us a surprise topic (05:44). Then, they talk about the contradictory stance Amber Rose has for Donald Trump (15:17). Later, Bryan-Michael Cox joins the show to talk about the revelations and disappointments coming out of Apple Music…

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S01E13 Unlocking Growth: The Power of Processes for Entrepreneurs with Pamela Clay 30:32

2M ago30:32

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Welcome to episode 13 of the Scale Savvy Podcast. In this episode, Erin Mathie and Amy Walker welcome Pamela Clay. Pamela has led Living Advantage, Inc. for over three decades, overseeing residential foster youth facilities in Southern California and ensuring strong administrative functions including finance, grant writing, and fundraising. Known f…

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Diddy’s Apology, Davis’ Side, and the Lack of Urgency to Help Black America With Rep. Jamaal Bowman 2:29:49

2M ago2:29:49

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay start the podcast with a discussion about their thoughts behind the emergency podcast and the lessons they learned from it (00:29) before giving their reactions to the apology posted by Diddy (28:09). Then, they are joined by New York Representative Jamaal Bowman to talk about his campaign and his frustrations with Con…

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Amanda Soler On Community, Life, And Giving Back 23:29

2M ago23:29

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Amanda Soler is the founder of SolFul Living, a collective established to provide support, inspiration, tools and techniques to help people live purpose-driven, meaningful lives. She is the host and creator of SolFul Connections, a podcast featuring authentic and inspiring conversation. Amanda serves as the Director of Mission Delivery for The Liv …

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Butker’s Speech, Presidential Debates, and The Power and Service of Art with Rhymefest 1:26:19

2M ago1:26:19

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay start the show talking about the controversial speech Chiefs Kicker Harrison Butker gave to Benedictine College’s 2024 graduate class and the NFL’s response (05:18) and the early showdown between Biden and Trump (23:03). Then, they are joined by Rhymefest to talk about the reason why he is running for the school board …

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S01E12 From Grind to Growth: Scaling Your Marketing Agency with Ed Smith 26:12

2M ago26:12

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Welcome to episode 12 of the Scale Savvy Podcast. In this episode, Erin Mathie welcomes Ed Smith. Ed has been an innovator in marketing and communications for more than 25 years. Having started his career as an advertising copywriter and illustrator, Ed was an early adopter of interactive marketing and web design at the start of the dot com boom in…

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Mother’s Day, Graduation Protests, and Trump’s Hannibal Lecter Love 1:26:34

2M ago1:26:34

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay start the show by talking about how they celebrated Mother’s Day and how it was a huge day for the BBI (09:29). Then, they discuss the sizable student walk out during Jerry Seinfeld’s Duke University commencement speech (15:01), before Van addresses the sentencing of his cousin and former basketball player, Glen Davis …

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Scott Johnson From Computer Repair And Training To Veteran Podcaster About The Unusual Stories That People Experience 22:54

2M ago22:54

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Scott Johnson began his computer services business as a side hustle back in 1999, and eventually went on to make his full time living from it. He started podcasting in 2012, and in 2018 began creating his current podcast, which is called What Was That Like. Each episode is a conversation with a regular person who has been through something extremel…

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Hypocrisy in Hip-Hop, the End of a Grifter, and Ceasefire Talks 1:20:45

2M ago1:20:45

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss Questlove’s reaction to the Drake and Kendrick Lamar beef (06:40), before giving their first impressions of Pastor Henderson’s response to the backlash to his “hush” video (32:38). Then, they dive into the ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas that disappointingly fell through (37:53). They end the show talki…

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S01E11 Beyond Motivation: Hacking Your Mind with Lisa Schermerhorn 19:51

2M ago19:51

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Welcome to episode 11 of the Scale Savvy Podcast. In this episode, Erin Mathie welcomes Lisa Schermerhorn. Lisa has over 20 years of experience as a transformational leader, author of the bestselling book, “In Every Belief is a Lie” and expert in the fields of human behavior and personal development. She is an award-winning speaker and has spoken a…

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Brad Pedersen From Toy Maker To Sustainable Device And Accessory Maker 19:29

2M ago19:29

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With over 30 years of entrepreneurial experience, Brad Pedersen has seen every side of the journey. He has been both the founder and the fired. He has built both bootstrapped and venture-backed companies. He has shipped billions of toys around the world as the real-life Santa Claus. He even wrote a book on it. Now, as co-founder of Lomi and Pela, B…

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New Legislation, a Shift in the Rap Beef, and a Visit From Mayor Sharon Weston Broome 2:11:02

2M ago2:11:02

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay start the episode by taking a moment to say goodbye to friend Darius Morris (24:04). Then, they get into the latest with Drake versus Kendrick Lamar and how this could be the end for the beef in total (27:20). Later, the Honorable Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome of Baton Rouge comes on the show to talk about the n…

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KDot’s ‘Euphoria,’ Acho’s Book, and Reproductive Justice With Nourbese Flint 1:49:35

3M ago1:49:35

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss the drop of Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Euphoria’ and the evolution of Drake throughout the years (15:03), before reacting to Emmanuel Acho’s latest project, 'Uncomfortable Conversations with a Jew' (49:17). Nourbese Flint then joins them to talk about how the political landscape is impacting Black women in America (1:09…

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S01E10 From Solopreneur to Scaled Success: How Hiring a Mentor Can Skyrocket Your Business with Alex Coring 23:06

3M ago23:06

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Welcome to episode 10 of the Scale Savvy Podcast. In this episode, Erin Mathie welcomes Alex Coring. Alex is the president of Sidewalk Safety Inc. and a national business coach for Asphalt Kingdom helping other entrepreneurs in the pavement asset management business. He started his business in 2017 as a first-time entrepreneur and has grown the bus…

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Sam Alaimo From US Navy SEAL To Startup Co-Founder On A Mission 24:53

3M ago24:53

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Welcome to another great episode of Entrepreneur's Enigma! In today's journey, Seth Goldstein, our indomitable host, brings to the table a conversation steeped in valor, vision, and the trials of entrepreneurship. We meet Sam Alaimo, a former US Navy SEAL turned co-founder of Zero Eyes—an AI gun detection startup determined to take a stand against …

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Kristi the Dog Slayer, a Playbook Review, and WNBA Talks With Legendary Tamika Catchings 1:34:21

3M ago1:34:21

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay express their disgust toward the news of South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem taking pride in slaying dogs (14:46) before talking a bit about the White House Correspondents’ Dinner (26:11). Then, they are joined by the legendary Tamika Catchings to discuss the retirement of Candace Parker, the new age of women’s basketbal…

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Meg’s Lawsuit, College Protests, and the State of the Black Community With Bakari Sellers 1:41:14

3M ago1:41:14

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay start the episode by discussing the workplace harassment allegations and lawsuit against Megan thee Stallion (11:47). Bakari Sellers joins us to talk about his new book, the want for change in this country, the current state of the Black community, and the “time of the useful idiot” (30:49). Lastly, they review the dem…

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S01E09 Author Your Own Story: How a Book Can Build Your Personal Brand with Doug Crowe 29:11

3M ago29:11

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Welcome to episode 9 of the Scale Savvy Podcast. In this episode, Erin Mathie welcomes Doug Crowe. Doug is a personal brand specialist, media insider, and publisher. His company has launched over 500 books to #1 bestseller status by leveraging a business owner's experience into a page-turning legacy book. His clients include C-suite professionals f…

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Orly Zeewy On Helping Entrepreneurs And Startups Define Their Message And Find Success 28:47

3M ago28:47

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Orly Zeewy is an author, speaker, educator, and facilitator of lightbulb moments. Her superpower? She makes fuzzy clear. She helps startup founders and business leaders clarify and communicate their zone of genius so they can attract more of their ideal customers and scale fast. In addition to her consulting work, Orly is a popular speaker and has …

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Confederacy Month, the New Drake Diss, and Stephen A.’s Apology 1:52:18

3M ago1:52:18

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay start the show by addressing the new theme song and reaction from our Thought Warriors (00:15). Then, they give their impressions of the bizarre new Drake-produced AI track (20:56), and the internet’s reaction to Stephen A. Smith’s comments on Donald Trump’s relatability (38:36). Later, they expand the surprise that th…

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"Construction Conundrum: Should We Build Church? 18:23

3M ago18:23

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#building #build #constuction #biblical #bible #faith #homechurch #housechurch #home #churches #church Ep 2. Exploring Biblical Foundations: Should We Build Church?In this second part of the "house church series" we cover the issue with church buildings. It is one of the main conundrums within the home church movement, this is why we will cover it …

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Self-Healing, WNBA Salaries, and What Jerrod Really Meant 1:23:31

3M ago1:23:31

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay bring in the new episode with a new theme, a different location, and a talk about self-healing. Then, they discuss Jerrod Carmichael’s clarification of his “race-play” joke (21:10) and the pay gap between players in the WNBA compared to those in the NBA (54:36). Lastly, they give their props to the Gayle King–Charles B…

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"Exploring Biblical Foundations: Are House Churches Scriptural?" 24:23

3M ago24:23

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Ep: 1 -"Exploring Biblical Foundations: Are House Churches Scriptural?"______________________________________________________________________In this episode we will talk about the topic of home churches are they biblical & are they the way to go? The house church is a movement within Christianity and a very trendy one with many families involved, b…

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