Redefining Success, One Conversation at a Time. Hosts Will Grimes, a Marine Corps veteran and SOCOM operator, and Eli Schmidt, a seasoned entrepreneur and real estate innovator, bring raw, no-BS conversations to challenge traditional ideas of success. Together, they explore what it truly means to thrive in business, leadership, and life, blending their unique perspectives into actionable insights. From thought-provoking solo episodes to interviews with entrepreneurs and people doing extraord ...
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The Marine Enthusiasts Podcast is a marine biological podcast hosted by Gwenevere Persaud, Skylar K., Jenny H., & Eli N. In each episode, these marine enthusiasts will discuss a different topic about marine biology such as coral reefs, the biology of certain groups, ocean conservation, & many other intriguing topics. Our official website is https://marineenthusiastsp.wixsite.com/marineenthusiastspod. For questions, comments, concerns, or inquires, please email marineenthusiastspodcasts@gmail ...
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This is the Time Capsule podcast. I talk to passionate driven individuals who each have their own values and passions. Each guest will appear twice. Their first appearance is all put into the Time Capsule, while the second time we open up the Time Capsule and discuss what has changed, what goals has been achieved and the process of success and failure in the five years. Wanna get in touch email me: [email protected] Twitter: @Kekoa_US Instagram: @Eli_Kekoa
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Discussions over drinks with security, defense, and foreign policy insiders and experts. The original War on the Rocks podcast series.
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Stop Thinking Like an Employee: The CEO Playbook for Agents
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54:45In this episode of Re-Define, hosts Will Grimes and Eli Schmidt break down what it truly means to have a CEO mindset as a business owner—especially for real estate agents. They challenge agents to move beyond the "transactional mindset" and start thinking like business owners, focusing on branding, systems, delegation, tracking, and scaling. Will a…
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Mike Kofman joined Ryan for a wide-ranging conversation on the challenges faced by both Ukraine and Russia this year. They discuss losses on both sides, manpower challenges, the importance of following the discourse in Ukraine, the Russian economy, and whether the Russian pace of operations will clearly slow down. This episode is brought to you by …
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179: Secrets Of A Veteran Real Estate Agent - Tina Hare
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2:46:50In this episode, we welcome back our good friend, Tina Hare, for her second appearance on the podcast! With over 20 years of experience in the real estate industry and a track record as the #1 agent for a major brokerage five years in a row, Tina is a powerhouse of knowledge and expertise. She shares her top tips and strategies for real estate agen…
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178: Redefining What Success Means to You
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45:57In this episode of Re-Define, hosts Will Grimes and Eli Schmidt kick off a fresh chapter with engaging discussions on personal growth, navigating busy schedules, and balancing day jobs with passion projects. They share their candid thoughts on creative processes, the challenges of finding inspiration, and why it's okay to embrace imperfection in pu…
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This is the final episode of Day One Dollar Zero.
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Championing NATO's Digital Transformation
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17:54On the sidelines of I/ITSEC in Orlando, we hosted a live podcast recording. Our guest for this very special episode was Maj. Gen. Dominique Luzeaux of France, currently championing NATO's digital transformation. This wide-ranging conversation between Ryan and Maj. Gen. Luzeaux covered training with new technologies, lessons from Ukraine, AI and mor…
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176: From the Marine Corps to Building Million-Dollar Homes: Austin Hancock’s Story
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1:53:54In this episode, Will Grimes and Eli Schmidt sit down with Austin Hancock, a Marine Corps veteran turned successful real estate investor and performance coach. Austin takes us on his journey from a rebellious youth in Oklahoma to finding discipline in the Marines, and later channeling those lessons into entrepreneurship. He shares raw, unfiltered s…
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175: How to Negotiate College Tuition and Save Big: A Conversation with Kelly O'Connor
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1:31:47Ever wondered if college tuition is negotiable? In this episode of Day One Dollar Zero, we sit down with Kelly O'Connor, founder of College Money Academy, to unravel the complexities of financing a college education. Kelly shares groundbreaking strategies to help families reduce the cost of college, avoid massive debt, and maximize opportunities fo…
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Waiting for a Theory of Victory in Ukraine
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23:06Mike Kofman and Ryan have a high-level conversation on strategy in this war, or the lack thereof. From Ukraine's mobilization reluctance to the Biden administration's curious approach to sequencing authorities and capabilities, they review what might ultimately cost Ukraine the war. And make no mistake, that is where the war is trending. Ryan also …
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Technology, the Battlefield, and Beyond in Ukraine
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1:01:34We are sharing a free Thanksgiving episode of the Russia Contingency with you all to express our gratitude for your listenership and support. This episode, brought to you by OneBrief, features Michael Kofman and Rob Lee discussing the state of the Russo-Ukrainian War and the role of technology, especially drones. Many of the insights they share are…
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174: Lessons from Navy SEAL and French Foreign Legionnaire - Taylor Cavanaugh
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1:29:30In this episode of Day Dollar Zero, Will Grimes and Eli Schmidt sit down with Taylor Cavanaugh, whose life sounds like it's straight from a movie. From serving as a Navy SEAL to joining the French Foreign Legion, Taylor’s journey is filled with incredible highs and humbling lows. The conversation covers everything from the realities of military lif…
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As Ukraine Stumbles and Russia Advances, What Does it Mean?
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21:13Mike Kofman came by WOTR HQ to discuss the state of the front and findings from his most recent research trip to Ukraine. From North Korean troops, to manpower woes, to Donald Trump coming back to the Oval Office, what does it all add up to for Ukraine?
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173: Real Estate Growth Strategies: Leveraging YouTube, Coaching, Leadership w/ Sam Caudle
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48:38In this episode, Will Grimes and Eli Schmidt are joined by Sam Caudle, a successful agent on their Legit Agents team and host of a YouTube channel based in Tampa, Florida. Sam shares his journey of moving to Florida, building his real estate career from scratch, and establishing a strong YouTube presence to generate leads. The conversation dives in…
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172: Make Credit Cool Again w/ Dylan Shively
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1:10:08Episode Summary In this episode, hosts Will Grimes and Eli Schmidt dive into the world of credit repair with industry expert Dylan Shively. Known for his no-nonsense approach to fixing credit issues, Dylan shares insights into common credit mistakes, misconceptions about credit scores, and the impact of a good credit profile on financial freedom. T…
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The Transformation of Marine Marksmanship
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32:22Ryan popped over to Quantico to speak with four marines at the forefront of major advances in marksmanship in America's 9-1-1 force. Listen in as Maj. Steve Stephenson, Capt. Phil Williams, Gunner Josh Grayek, and Gunnery Sgt. Jude Stewart of Weapons Training Battalion explain how they are making the Marine Corps more lethal and capable than ever b…
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171: How to Build an Award Winning Real Estate Business with Tina Hare
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1:43:22Episode Summary: In this episode of Day One Dollar Zero, we sit down with Tina Hare, a powerhouse in the real estate world with five time #1 agent in the world championships under her belt. Tina shares her journey from her first “Day One, Dollar Zero” moment in real estate to building an impressive 25% market share in her community. We dive deep in…
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170: Say No to Grow: The Power of Boundaries in Business
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41:47In this episode, Will and Eli dive into a conversation about the upcoming "Bulletproof Your Business" event, and touch on strategies for creating a sustainable, resilient real estate business. The hosts also reflect on the importance of clear communication and setting boundaries in business, all while maintaining an entertaining back-and-forth abou…
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169: The Marine Corps Guide to Building Business Leaders w/ Staff Sergeant Nichols
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1:12:49In this episode, Will Grimes and special guest Staff Sergeant Michael Nichols, a former Marine Corps Drill Instructor and current Director of Military Operations at F45, dive into powerful stories of leadership, discipline, and transition from military to civilian life. The discussion explores the evolution of leadership, the unique challenges vete…
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168: Eric Kulbe’s Playbook for Success: Lessons from Pro Sports and Business
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1:50:49In this episode, Will and Eli sit down with Eric Kulbe, a well-established professional in the mortgage and real estate. Eric opens up about his journey from playing professional baseball to becoming a successful lender, while constantly seeking ways to better himself, both personally and professionally. The conversation covers Eric’s unique approa…
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167: Growing In and Out of Circles: When to Let Go
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1:14:17In this episode of Day One Dollar Zero, Will Grimes and Eli Schmidt dive into the concept of “circles” — the personal and professional relationships you grow into, grow out of, and protect. They share real-life experiences of navigating friendships and business partnerships that tested their time, energy, and resources. From understanding who shoul…
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The Meaning of Creeping Ukrainian Losses in the East
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26:15Michael Kofman popped into WOTR HQ to speak with Ryan about the war. They discussed territorial losses in the Donbas, the situation in Kursk, manpower challenges on both sides, and how Ukraine is seeing war termination on favorable terms. This episode also features a short preview of the most recent episode of Mike's members-only show, "The Russia …
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Can ICE Pact Salvage American Shipbuilding?
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32:59Three sharp directors on the National Security Council staff invited Ryan over to the Eisenhower Executive Office Building to chat about the Icebreaker Collaboration Effort, or ICE Pact, which is a trilateral partnership between the United States, Canada, and Finland that's aimed at delivering the icebreakers America needs while also jump-starting …
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166: How To Win in Real Estate: Your Top 5 Questions Answered
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1:30:24In this episode, Will Grimes and co-host Eli Schmidt dive into the top five questions they frequently receive from real estate agents. Will leads the discussion with Eli providing his insights and expertise throughout. The episode begins with some light-hearted stories about family life before transitioning into the heart of the matter—answering re…
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165: How to Be 40 and Beyond: Insights from Author Noah Dean
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2:03:42Episode Summary:In this episode, Will Grimes and Eli Schmidt sit down with Noah Dean, author of "It's a Process," to discuss the significance of turning 40, the journey of self-discovery, and the importance of faith and ownership in shaping our lives. Noah shares his personal experiences, from growing up in West Texas with a single mom to finding h…
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How Ukraine Re-Introduced Dynamism Into the War
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24:27Mike Kofman popped into WOTR HQ to speak with Ryan about the state of play in Ukraine. From south to north, they review the situation at the front, with special attention to Ukraine's offensive operation into Russian territory, to include its political implications. They talk about manpower and fortifications and explore how much F-16s might change…
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164: Brian Davila - Finding Fulfillment Through Faith and Business
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1:18:18Brian Davila is a Real Estate Investor, Entrepreneur, and partners with Ryan Pineda. In this conversation, Will and Eli discuss Brian's path to entrepreneurship and real estate investing. They talk about Brian's experience as a realtor, his failed venture with a barbershop, and his transition to flipping houses. They also touch on the importance of…
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Marine Enthusiasts Podcast Episode 1: Hello!
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3:41Welcome to the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast, A podcast about marine biology, & all things ocean In Episode 1, you meet our eccentric hosts, Skylar K., Jenny H., & Gwenevere Persaud. As a group we are the marine enthusiasts, who seek to inform & educate the world about marine biology. For questions, comments, concerns, or inquires. please email: marin…
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The Army Wants You to Write. Three Soldiers Explain Why
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34:38The U.S. Army, from the chief of staff on down, is putting its weight behind getting soldiers to take writing and publishing more seriously as an important part of the profession of arms. From the Harding Project to the revitalization of branch journals to the Line of Departure website (coming this fall) to a special forthcoming issue of Military R…
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Ukraine Goes into Kursk: A Dose of the "Russia Contingency" with Michael Kofman
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23:57This is part one of a two-parter on Ukraine's operation into the Russian oblast of Kursk and it's from our members-only show, "The Russia Contingency" with Michael Kofman. In this episode Mike discusses this fast developing situation with his colleague at the Carnegie Endowment, Dara Massicot. If you're a member, you can listen to part two. Become …
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The Smartest Conversation on Cyber in the Defense Department You've Heard in a Long Time
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1:09:23Ryan was joined by Melissa Griffith (SAIS-Johns Hopkins), Anne Marie Schumann (Department of the Navy), Alexis Bonnell (Air Force Research Laboratory), and Tyler Sweatt (Second Front) for a free-wheeling, candid, and thoughtful conversation on the challenges of cyber security in the Defense Department. You won't want to miss this. Please keep in mi…
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163: Boxing, Conspiracies, and Spiritual Warfare
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1:20:36We had some fun in this podcast! With so much going on in the world right now, we wanted to take an episode just to catch up on some of the latest hot topics. We discuss various topics, including the Jake Paul fight, the business of boxing, and the role of ego in real estate. We also touch on conspiracy theories surrounding the current political st…
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The conversation revolves around the concept of patience and pace in business. Will and Eli discuss the importance of understanding that being patient does not mean being complacent or slowing down. They emphasize the need to maintain a steady pace while also taking on one big project each year to continue growing and evolving. They share their own…
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Can Congress Revive Shipbuilding and Maritime Strategy?
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33:42A sailor from a landlocked state and a soldier from a state with the country's second longest coastline are trying to accomplish something transformative for American seapower. Sen. Mark Kelly (D-AZ) and Rep. Mike Waltz (R-FL) are leading an important bi-partisan and bi-cameral effort to revitalize American shipbuilding and maritime strategy. They …
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How Dangerous is this Summer for Ukraine?
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29:03Mike Kofman dropped by War on the Rocks HQ to update us on the war, drawing on his findings from his recent field study in Ukraine. They discuss the state of the front (and why developments at the front might be less important than before), mobilization, China's role as a gateway and supplier for Russia, the debate over Ukraine using U.S. weapons f…
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161: Michael Griffin - Flipping Homes, Creating Wealth, and Saying "NO"
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56:21In this episode, Will, Eli, and Michael Griffin, a massively successful house flipper and owner of multiple businesses, share their journeys in real estate and entrepreneurship. They dive into the crucial role of planning for both personal and professional growth and explore the unique opportunities available to realtors. They discuss the challenge…
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A Position of Influence: Adm. Rob Bauer, Chair of NATO's Military Committee
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33:46Ryan met with Adm. Rob Bauer of the Royal Netherlands Navy for a conversation in Washington, DC. As chair of the NATO Military Committee, he is the senior-most military officer in the alliance. They discussed many things from Ukraine to why military industrial capacity has become such a defining issue for his tenure. On the eve of the NATO summit i…
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160: The Power of Gratitude in Coping and Growth
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41:10Will and Eli and discuss the importance of gratitude, especially during difficult times. They share personal experiences of loss and how gratitude helped them cope and grow. They emphasize the need to express gratitude through actions, not just words, and to have a plan of action to show gratitude for the things and people we are grateful for. They…
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The Actively Retired Polish General Building a Strategic Culture
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35:39Last year, Rajmund Andrzejczak retired as Poland's chief of the general staff, but he has been busy since. During a recent visit to Washington, he spoke with Ryan about his career, European security, Polish defense, manpower, Ukraine, and what he's been up to, including his podcast "Ground Zero."
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Is Russia's Window for Gains this Summer Narrowing?
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23:47Michael Kofman dropped into WOTR HQ to chat with Ryan about the war in Ukraine. From Russia's culminated offensive on Kharkiv, to battlefields of the Donbas, to ongoing fighting in the south, to Russia's displaced Black Sea Fleet, Mike parses through the data to try and assess where the war is heading next.…
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CTOing in the Defense Department with Schuyler Moore and Justin Fanelli
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40:38It's become more and more common for organizations in the Defense Department, from the military services to geographic combatant commands and beyond, to have chief technology officers. What do they do? What challenges do they tackle? Why are they becoming increasingly important as the U.S. military tries to maintain its technological edge over Chin…
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158: Real Estate Rockstars Interviews Will Grimes
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53:45Will Grimes closed 34 deals as a new real estate agent without buying any leads. On today's Real Estate Rockstars, we dissect a different approach to winning business as a new Realtor. Listen and learn how Will won dozens of new clients via social media and his simple, authentic approach to SOI. Plus, you'll hear how to create content that converts…
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This episode is from the Jimmy Rex show, featuring an interview with Will Grimes. Enjoy some insights into what is the driving force behind Will and all of his endeavors.
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A Conversation with Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall
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35:13Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall was kind enough to spend some time with Ryan talking about the reorganization of the Department of the Air Force and modernization. They also discussed the challenges new entrants have breaking into working with the Defense Department. And they closed with a brief discussion about resistance to plans to move…
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156: An Interview w/ Will Grimes - Featuring: Cody Lanier from the Bearded Monkey Podcast
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2:03:57Today's episode is a special one. Our guest is Cody Lanier with the Bearded Monkey Podcast. Cody and Will have a shared background in the police department. In this episode, Cody sits down with Will to learn more about his background and share some stories from their past.
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Today's episode is a conversation about the differences between being efficient at something and being effective. While it’s great to be efficient, we talk about why being effective is the real key. In leadership roles especially, your main job is to make sure everyone's not just busy, but busy doing what actually matters. That’s called being effec…
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From Polar Presence to Port Security: A Conversation with the Coast Guard Commandant
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30:13Nick sat down with United States Coast Guard Commandant Adm. Linda Fagan to discuss the Coast Guard’s global activities, from the Arctic to the Indo-Pacific to the growing digital security challenges to America’s ports.
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What Will Ukraine Do To Stay in the Fight this Year?
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18:02The U.S. Congress finally passed the security supplement, authorizing a large amount of funding and support to keep Ukraine in the fight. This package buys Ukraine another year of time. What will Ukraine do with that time? What is the situation at the front? Michael Kofman answers these questions and more.…
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Today's guest is non other than the new CEO of eXp Realty, Leo Pareja! We were super excited to have Leo on today's episode to discuss his new role as CEO. Leo comes from a past of running a massively successful real estate team and creating one of the biggest tech companies in real estate, REMINE. Today, he now fills the role of CEO at eXp Realty …
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Ryan sat down with three friends to talk about the war in Ukraine through the lens of a new edited volume on the topic. Enjoy this conversation with Andrea Kendall-Taylor (former CIA), Hal Brands, and Alexander Bick (former National Security Council staff), which surfaces some important disagreements and debates about the war and international orde…
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153: Cake Maker, and How To Take A Cream Pie
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41:38Today's episode is with Christopher Angiolillo aka the DunKing. Chris is the owner of an impressive 11 Dunkin Donuts locations. He shares with us his experience with the franchise and the ups and downs of leadership within the franchise model.
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