Best C Nunez Podcasts (2024)

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Getting an AI Reality Check with PitchBook’s Jacob Robbins 34:51

3h ago34:51

34:51

Jacob Robbins, known as “Captain Wetblanket” by his colleagues, often covers the AI industry and VC landscape through a skeptical lens. Jacob uses his carefully trained eye to weed through the industry’s flashy headlines to share stories of action and anxiety bubbling just below the surface. For those unfamiliar with PitchBook, it isn’t just a data…

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How Every Company Became a Health Company with MM+M’s Larry Dobrow 29:14

7h ago29:14

29:14

How does one navigate a career that began with a law degree and settled in B2B medical marketing and media? For Larry Dobrow, editorial director at MM+M, it was all in mastering the art of the pivot. After the pandemic, more companies, including big brands like Apple and Lululemon, became health companies. Even if these companies didn’t realize it …

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Breaking the Silence: Trish Barbato on Menopause, Arthritis, and Advocacy 40:05

7d ago40:05

40:05

On today’s episode, we welcome Trish Barbato, the President and CEO of the Arthritis Society and the Co-Founder and Director of the Menopause Foundation of Canada. Trish is passionate about giving a voice to these often overlooked and underfunded causes and the people they impact. Trish shares her deeply personal journey, detailing the severe sympt…

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The Foundations of Successful Startup Founders with Walter Thompson 40:08

6h ago40:08

40:08

So, you want to be a tech startup founder. Now what? Walter Thompson knows a thing or two about the journeys of successful–and not-so-successful– founders. As many know, securing investment is only part of the role. In this episode, Walter chats with Eric about his experience curating and creating content for digital publications and leading interv…

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The Journey From Bias to Belonging: Insights From Tonie Chaltas on Gender Bias, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging and Women’s Path to the C-Suite 42:06

13d ago42:06

42:06

Ever wondered how navigating gender bias at sea could transform your leadership journey? On today's episode, we are joined by Toni Chaltas, CEO of Achēv. Tonie shares many inspiring stories and valuable insights, including her adventures aboard the Blue Nose II tall ship, where she confronted gender bias and learned the vital lesson of choosing her…

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“I’m doing exactly what I wanted to do,” with Neil C. Hughes of Tech Talks Daily 42:36

18d ago42:36

42:36

On this episode of Politely Pushy, Eric takes the dive with host of Tech Talks Daily, Neil C. Hughes. At 16 years old, Hughes imagined an exciting career as a radio host or a writer before leading into a career in IT. Finding a balance between technology and business, he sought to clarify the complexity of the evolution of technology for the masses…

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Following the Rising Tide of AI with VentureBeat’s Michael Nuñez 45:12

28d ago45:12

45:12

AI is the moment, and Michael Nuñez, editorial director at VentureBeat, unravels the tension between journalism and the business of technology in this episode of Politely Pushy. Inspired by the early development of large language models (LLM) and AI, Michael sought a way to break into the space. Enter VentureBeat. Michael’s regular conversations wi…

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Big Gorgeous Goals: Julie Ellis on Entrepreneurship, Leadership and Graceful Growth 38:27

1M ago38:27

38:27

On today's episode, we talk with Julie Ellis. Julie is an entrepreneur, speaker, coach, author and podcast host. Julie shares her remarkable journey, from her experience as a co-founder of Mabel's Labels to her authorship of Big Gorgeous Goals and to her new adventure as the host of the Figure 8 podcast. Join us as we explore how Julie's background…

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Pioneering Sustainable Design: Vivian Manasc on Green Building Movements, Design Collaboration, and Leadership in Architecture 40:07

2M ago40:07

40:07

On today’s episode, we talk with Vivian Manasc, an architect and pioneer in the green building movement. She is the Founding Principal at Reimagine, an architectural firm dedicated to collaboration, joy, creativity, and sustainability. We explore Vivian's passion for sustainable design, her philosophy of optimism, and her unwavering dedication to f…

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Make Digital Transformation Your Core Competency with StarCIO’s Isaac Sacolick 43:01

2M ago43:01

43:01

In the age of tech disruption, who is responsible for leading a company through digital transformation? Isaac Sacolick, founder and president of StarCIO, identifies these leaders as “digital trailblazers.” In this Politely Pushy episode, Isaac quiets the buzz around generative AI advancement by comparing its hype cycle to the expansion of mobile te…

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Cultivating an Entrepreneurial Spirit: Camelia Nunez on Curiosity, Innovation, Continuous Education and the Future of Work 44:13

2M ago44:13

44:13

In today's episode, we talk with Camelia Nunez, a self-proclaimed "profpreneur" who blends her entrepreneurial spirit with a deep passion for education. We talk about why she believes building a culture of curiosity and continuous learning around education is important and how it will affect how we live, learn and work. Camelia shares her experienc…

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AI Meets Curiosity: A Conversation with Mardi Witzel About AI Innovation, Leadership and Governance 49:18

3M ago49:18

49:18

On today's episode, we talk with Mardi Witzel, CEO and co-founder of PolyML, an advanced AI and machine learning company. Mardi is also a leader in AI governance, serving on the Digital Governance Council’s AI Ethics Advisory Panel and contributing her expertise to the Province of Ontario’s AI Expert Working Group. Mardi explains PolyML's innovativ…

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The Storyteller's Guide to Leadership Transitions with Jane Halford 43:11

3M ago43:11

43:11

On today's episode, we talk with Jane Halford, founder of Halford Consulting. Jane is passionate about the power of storytelling and how it shapes leadership. She candidly shares her personal experience of overcoming workplace bullying as a CEO, and how she transformed her challenges into a powerful message. Jane also delves into her extensive expe…

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Bridging Industries: Melissa Durrell on Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Communications, Journalism and Politics 39:49

4M ago39:49

39:49

In this episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Melissa Durrell, the CEO and Chief Strategist of Durrell Communications, and a partner with Roseview Global Incubator. Melissa's diverse background includes successful careers in politics, award-winning Canadian broadcast journalism, and her current work with international entrepreneurs looking…

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Philanthropic Innovation and Pioneering New Paths in Giving with Rose Greensides 36:13

4M ago36:13

36:13

In today's episode, we talk with Rose Greensides, the Executive Director at Social Venture Partners (SVP). SVP is a unique partnership that brings together the time, talent, and funding from the community to support the nonprofit sector. Rose shares some inspiring stories about how SVP has helped several local organizations in the Waterloo Region. …

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Impactful Leadership: Leading with Purpose and Making a Difference with Sherry Shannon-Vanstone 43:26

5M ago43:26

43:26

On today's episode, we talk with Sherry Shannon VanStone, a trailblazing, successful serial entrepreneur. Sherry is currently the founder of Profound Impact and the co-founder of Women Funding Women. Sherry's career started with her being an accomplished code breaker, which she explains is just as cool as it sounds. She shares her insights and expe…

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Shaping the Future of Academia: Deborah MacLatchy on Fostering Women in Science and Embracing Leadership Challenges 34:21

5M ago34:21

34:21

On today's episode, we talk with Deborah MacLatchy, President and Vice-Chancellor of Wilfrid Laurier University. She is also a zoologist who is passionate about science and is still actively involved in research and mentoring students across Canada. We discuss the importance of nurturing young girls' interest in science during their high school yea…

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Steins & Stories with Tracy Van Kalsbeek, Executive Director of KW Oktoberfest, Community Leader and Serial Volunteer 37:33

5M ago37:33

37:33

On today's episode, we talk with Tracy Van Kalsbeek. Tracy is an accomplished Executive Director, a passionate volunteer, and a valued community builder. Her leadership journey is a treasure trove of inspiration and wisdom for aspiring leaders. Tracy takes us through her remarkable career trajectory, from her formative cadet days to her influential…

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Part Two of Bragging Rights: How to Talk about Your Work Using Purposeful Self-Promotion with Lisa Bragg 30:32

6M ago30:32

30:32

Are you ready to learn how to talk about your work using purposeful self-promotion? On today’s episode, we welcome Lisa Bragg, author of Bragging Rights: How to Talk about Your Work Using Purposeful Self-Promotion. We had so much to talk about that we divided our conversation into two episodes. In part two, Lisa and I continue our conversation abou…

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Part One of Bragging Rights: How to Talk about Your Work Using Purposeful Self-Promotion with Lisa Bragg 27:01

6M ago27:01

27:01

Are you tired of feeling like your hard work and achievements go unnoticed? Do you struggle with self-promotion and feel like you're not being seen or heard in your industry? On today's episode, we talk with Lisa Bragg, author of the book Bragging Rights: How to Talk about Your Work Using Purposeful Self-Promotion. Lisa is a renowned speaker, advis…

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Empowering Your Career Path: Patricia Polischuk on Networking, Navigating Transitions and Leading with Inclusion 41:41

6M ago41:41

41:41

Have you ever considered how a strong support network can catapult your career to new heights? Patricia Polischuk, Vice President, Business Development with the Organizational & Talent Development practice at B. Riley Farber joins us to unravel the secrets of career empowerment and the transformative power of networking. She shares her insights and…

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Beyond Books: Melanie Rodriguez on Leadership, Literacy, Building Community Partnerships and the IWF Fellowship Program 40:08

7M ago40:08

40:08

In this episode, we welcome Melanie Rodriguez, Director of Corporate Partnerships with the Toronto Public Library Foundation. Melanie shares insights from her experience with the IWF Fellowship and emphasizes the importance of the continuous pursuit of learning and seizing opportunities for career pivots. We also discuss the importance of mentorshi…

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"We need to focus on the long game," with ESG & CSR specialist, Michelle Crozier 40:23

7M ago40:23

40:23

Sustainability is arguably one of the largest threats facing humanity today. You may have heard the terms CSR and ESG thrown around increasingly in the past few years. CSR refers to “corporate social responsibility,” and ESG refers to “environmental, social, and corporate governance.” Both are critical to brands striving to capture consumer loyalty…

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Leading With Purpose: A Conversation with Rosa Lupo on the Law, Mentorship, Community Involvement and Leading Beyond Boundaries 45:07

7M ago45:07

45:07

In this episode, we welcome Rosa Lupo. Rosa is a partner based in the Waterloo office of the Corporate Commercial Group with Gowling WLG, a global law firm. Her specialties include commercial real estate law both locally and globally. Rosa shares with us the story of how watching the show L.A. Law influenced her decision to become a lawyer. We disc…

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Behind the Scenes of Generative AI in Healthcare With DrFirst’s Anthony Brooke 35:53

8M ago35:53

35:53

Imagine this: You’re at a physician appointment. In the background, innovative technology documents your conversation and creates accurate notes for your physician to reference later. Need a prescription? Ambient clinical intelligence (ACI) works alongside a generative AI program to deliver appropriate and available prescription treatments that mat…

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Fighting for More: Inspirational Stories of Life Inside and Outside the Ring with Mandy Bujold 42:49

8M ago42:49

42:49

In the latest episode of our podcast, we had the pleasure of interviewing Mandy Bujold, a Canadian boxer who has made a name for herself on the international stage. From her humble beginnings in Kitchener, Ontario, to her rise to fame as a two-time Pan American Games gold medalist, Mandy's story is one of perseverance and determination. During the …

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The Art of Winning PR and Creative Awards 53:01

8M ago53:01

53:01

The 2024 awards season is right around the corner, and winning is on the brain. If you’re preparing to submit for upcoming industry awards, there’s no one better to consult than PR industry veteran and awards secret weapon Betsy Quinn. Betsy has dedicated her career to zeroing in on the “why” behind the work. Her expertise in informing and directin…

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Leadership, Mentorship, and Innovation: Martha's Breithaupt's Impact on Science and Business in Canada 32:34

9M ago32:34

32:34

On today’s episode we welcome Martha Breithaupt. We talk about innovation, the dangers of the ‘broken rung’ as an obstacle women face on the path to senior leadership, the state of science, Martha’s newest venture, which is devoted to innovation in both the science and business sectors and R&D tax credits, which are more interesting than you might …

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Leading the way into 2024 with Certified Leadership Coach Ken Jacobs 30:03

9M ago30:03

30:03

And with that, the 2023 season comes to an end. But what’s the benefit of jumping into the new year without proper reflection of the past 365 days? Ken Jacobs returns to the Politely Pushy podcast to give a masterclass in leadership. In his conversation with Eric, Ken discusses the steps to lead through a downturn expertly – something many leaders …

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A Journey from Co-Founder to Mentor: Entrepreneurial Insights with Tricia Mumby 40:08

9M ago40:08

40:08

Welcome to today's episode! We are thrilled to have Tricia Mumby as our guest. Tricia is an accomplished entrepreneur, co-founder of Mabel's Labels, and guiding force in the business world. During our conversation, Tricia shared her passion for buying URLs, her current interest in Bleisure travel, and her business book club. We also get an exclusiv…

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Lessons In Leadership: Showing Up and Asking Questions with Jane Klugman 43:01

10M ago43:01

43:01

Today we welcome Jane Klugman to the podcast. Jane is an amazing leader, whose career has taken her through entrepreneurship, real estate, and business development. Jane is also the Honourary Colonel for the Royal Highland Fusiliers of Canada, making her the first woman in the history of the Regiment to hold this esteemed position. Join us as Jane …

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View from the top with KinectAir Founder, Jonathan Evans 57:20

10M ago57:20

57:20

When Jonathan Evans, Founder of KinectAir, isn’t building software that charters Pilatus PC-12 aircraft on a KinectAir flight, he’s chatting with Eric on a new Politely Pushy episode. Jonathan dives into the novelty of regional air mobility and the niche KinectAir occupies in on-demand private charter: accessibility and decreased environmental impa…

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Luminary Leadership with Ginny Dybenko 45:55

10M ago45:55

45:55

Welcome to the inaugural episode of Voices of Leadership. On today’s episode, we welcome Ginny Dybenko, a serial high achiever who has recently retired, for the fourth time. We talk about topics such as the International Women's Forum (IWF), leadership styles, our fondness for Amazon ordering and our perpetual race against GPS. Ginny recounts her e…

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Welcome to Voices of Leadership 1:43

11M ago1:43

1:43

Leadership isn't just about titles – it's about making a lasting impact. Welcome to 'Voices of Leadership', the podcast that shines a spotlight on the remarkable women of the International Women’s Forum, who are reshaping industries, defying norms, and being instigators of change. Each episode is a candid conversation with women leaders from across…

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AI: Threat or Opportunity? 26:32

11M ago26:32

26:32

Data privacy, ESG, AI? Laurence Evans of Reputation Leaders and Eric cover it all and more on today’s Politely Pushy episode! AI has veered its head once more, this time as a major ESG issue - I know, we’re as surprised as you are. According to Laurence, AI has proven to be more of an opportunity than a threat with limitless possibilities, but the …

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Hours into his job, Phrasee’s new CEO Dan Head joins us 38:41

11M ago38:41

38:41

Dan Head is the brand new CEO of Phrasee, the AI-based digital marketing company. One of the first things on his to-do list: a sit down with Politely Pushy. Dan tells Eric why he took the job, what his role as CEO will be, and the priorities he’ll be focusing on. He also explains where he thinks the future is for brands and AI companies alike, alon…

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Run, Don't Walk, to Listen to WalkMe’s Adriel Sanchez on Politely Pushy 35:23

1y ago35:23

35:23

We’re joined today by Adriel Sanchez from WalkMe. Adriel is ready to talk shop…and how we should view the hype around AI. He shares the concerns of many about what all-automated-everything might mean for our future. Adriel explains that we’re not that far off from a very transformative experience. That’s where WalkMe comes in. The company has been …

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“So you’ve been hacked…hold my beer,” With Ryan Lasmaili, Vaultree 35:56

1y ago35:56

35:56

If you’ve ever been a victim of data hacking or a privacy leak, this one’s for you! Today we’re talking about data privacy with Ryan Lasmaili, CEO of Vaultree. Ryan is driven to solve major cybersecurity problems with his biggest undertaking to date: solving today’s and tomorrow’s data encryption and protection challenges. With a background in fina…

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A REAL Solution for Real Estate Problems, with Thomas Ma 28:08

1y ago28:08

28:08

After years of working in the real estate industry, Thomas Ma saw the shift toward large proptech and decided to develop a new way for agents to showcase their listings. REAL Messenger (REAL) is the No. 1 social app for real estate, and Thomas’ goal, he says, is to make agents’ lives easier. One way that REAL is shaking up the space is adding a vid…

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Thinking Bigger with Columbia's Sheena Iyengar 39:33

1y ago39:33

39:33

Our conversation with Sheena Iyengar is a lesson in creativity and power. Sheena is an author, professor and “expert on choice and decision-making.” Her book "Think Bigger: How to innovate" has just been released, after her breakthrough award-winner "The Art of Choosing". Today she speaks with Eric about how to maximize your potential, the importan…

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Cannes Lions Preview: The backlash against LGBTQIA+ brand support with Bospar’s Curtis Sparrer and Cannes #1 Drag Artist 17:02

1y ago17:02

17:02

Bospar’s Curtis Sparrer and Cannes’ most famous drag queen Michael Sanchez AKA Holly White are both joining us on today’s episode of Politely Pushy. When Curtis attended Cannes Lions last year, he noticed there wasn’t any LGBTQIA+ nightclubs for attendees. This year, he took a page from Bospar’s tech clients (who are always looking to meet a need) …

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Debunking Fertility Myths with HRC Fertility’s Tamar Knoller 34:18

1+ y ago34:18

34:18

Today we’re tackling a new subject for Politely Pushy: fertility and family planning. “It’s a human experience,” says Tamar Knoller when speaking about infertility. It’s not just for the LGBTQIA+ community, or for 40-year old women, and that’s a myth that HRC Fertility is fighting to debunk. Other myths: IVF is expensive and inaccessible, and infer…

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Empowering your Team from Afar, with Brendon Craigie, Tyto 39:36

1+ y ago39:36

39:36

We’re joined this week by Brendon Craigie, founder of Tyto PR. Tyto is an international PR agency, and much like Bospar, has operated as a remote agency even before COVID. So what made Brendon decide to build a fully remote company? He knew he could create a better way of running a business. He also found that the best way to make his employees car…

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Understanding the banking crisis is as easy as Web1, 2, 3, with Cogni's Simon Grunfeld 40:09

1+ y ago40:09

40:09

Wondering what’s going on with the banking crisis? Thankfully, Simon Grunfeld is here to shed some light on the situation, including some of the differences between the various bank closures. In this episode of Politely Pushy, he talks about Web3 and what it means for our money. According to Simon, Web3 is the “digital version of sticking it in the…

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Prof. David Naguib Pellow, from Trash Talk to Abolition 49:01

1+ y ago49:01

49:01

Recorded: April 4, 2023 Published: April 26, 2023 (forthcoming) Time: 48.56 Audio edited by: Anthony Albidrez Music clips provided through Creative Commons: “Holy Moly” by Shane Ivers https://www.silvermansound.com Welcome to Communicating Care, a podcast of the Just Transition Collaborative at the University of Colorado Boulder where we talk about…

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Prof. Stacy Alaimo on plastics, carbon-heavy masculinity, and caring for deep blue ecologies 46:29

1+ y ago46:29

46:29

Prof. Stacy Alaimo on plastics, carbon-heavy masculinity, and caring for deep blue ecologies Recorded: March 16, 2023 Published: April 19, 2023 Time: 46:22 Audio edited by: Anthony Albidrez Music clips provided through Creative Commons: “Holy Moly” by Shane Ivers https://www.silvermansound.com Welcome to Communicating Care, a podcast of the Just Tr…

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Erica Nuñez, lead on The Ocean Foundation’s plastics program, talks global treaties and politics. 39:07

1+ y ago39:07

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Recorded: March 14, 2023 Published: April 12, 2023 Time: 39:01 Audio edited by: Anthony Albidrez Music clips provided through Creative Commons: “Holy Moly” by Shane Ivers https://www.silvermansound.com Welcome to Communicating Care, a podcast of the Just Transition Collaborative at the University of Colorado Boulder where we talk about the ways env…

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Tricks of the Trade, with Elena Davidson, Liberty Comms CEO 29:30

1+ y ago29:30

29:30

Elena Davidson, CEO of UK-based Liberty Comms and long-time Bospar friend, joins us this week in a long-overdue conversation about tech PR and how she’s preparing to face the upcoming economic crisis. The key to withstanding challenges, Elena says, is equal parts sticking to what you do best, but always being willing to adjust to changes. And while…

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Word of Mouth with John Merrifield, WOM Global 50:01

1+ y ago50:01

50:01

Aloha from Hawaii, with this week’s guest John Merrifield. Hailed as the “Don Draper of Asia,” John’s journey to working with brands like Adidas and Singapore Airlines actually started on the waves of the California coast. Though he’s done a lot of world-famous work in the ad world, he’ll tell you that he’s a surfer with an advertising problem, not…

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Bernard Ogembo & James Wakibia on Storytelling and Plastic Politics Globally (and in Kenya) 48:21

1+ y ago48:21

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Recorded: February 23, 2022 Published: March 22, 2023 Time: 48:15 Audio edited by: Anthony Albidrez Music clips provided through Creative Commons: “Holy Moly” by Shane Ivers https://www.silvermansound.com Welcome to Communicating Care: a podcast of the Just Transition Collaborative at the University of Colorado Boulder where we talk about the ways …

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