Best King Compound Podcasts (2025)

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Lin Hongxuan, "Ummah Yet Proletariat: Islam, Marxism, and the Making of the Indonesian Republic" (Oxford UP, 2023) 46:44

3d ago46:44

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In contemporary Indonesia the idea that Islam and Marxism are inherently incompatible has become deeply entrenched. However, as Lin Hongxuan's work Ummah Yet Proletariat: Islam, Marxism, and the Making of the Indonesian Republic (Oxford University Press, 2023) shows, the relationship between them in Indonesian history is deeply intertwined. Based o…

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THE WiSE WAY: Force, Faith & Civic Balance 13:33

1d ago13:33

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In this ‘THE WiSE WAY’ installment of The Civic Brief, Dr. Isaiah “Ike” Wilson III examines one of the most consequential and misunderstood dynamics shaping America’s future: the collapsing balance between humanitarianism, development, and state power. Drawing from moral philosophy, national security strategy, and civic theory, Dr. Wilson explains …

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Why Your Health Should Compound Like Your Wealth with Nathalie Jorge 30:42

3d ago30:42

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Lock in your spot for the Unicorn CEO Summit today at https://mntr.ai/unicorn-ceo-summit-early-invite How are daily habits shaping (or sabotaging) your long-term health outcomes? In this episode, you’re invited to think about health the same way you think about wealth—something that compounds through daily decisions, not last-minute fixes. Also, Su…

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Joanna Siekiera, "International Law and Security in Indo-Pacific: Strategic Design for the Region" (Routledge, 2025) 1:05:11

8d ago1:05:11

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International Law and Security in Indo-Pacific: Strategic Design for the Region (Routledge, 2025) edited by Dr. Joanna Siekiera uses an interdisciplinary approach to discuss international law and conflict in the Indo-Pacific region, covering topics such as maritime security, climate change and international relations. Detailing how international re…

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Justin’s 2-Year Retirement Anniversary: Reflections, Updates, and Looking Forward 44:48

8d ago44:48

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Wow, how time flies! Justin has officially been retired for two full years. Today, we’ll dig into how year 2 was different, get life and financial updates, and also look forward to year 3. You’ll notice a big fitness theme, and Justin will discuss an upcoming fitness retreat he’s organizing in Spain. We’ll briefly skim over Justin’s 6-month interna…

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The Civic Frame of Force & Faith feat. Bishop John Stowe 1:16:17

8d ago1:16:17

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In this episode of Civic Brief Podcast, host Dr. Ike Wilson welcomes Bishop John Stowe, shepherd of the Diocese of Lexington, Kentucky, for an expansive and thought-provoking conversation at the intersection of art, faith, and civic engagement. Bishop Stowe draws on his rich experiences ministering on the US-Mexico border and in Appalachian Kentuck…

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Rewiring Subconscious Stories for Limitless Success With Tiffany Cohen 43:41

10d ago43:41

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Lock in your spot for the Unicorn CEO Summit today at https://mntr.ai/unicorn-ceo-summit-early-invite How would your business change if you stopped operating from old subconscious stories and finally believed you were worthy? In this episode, you’ll explore how your subconscious beliefs, emotional patterns, and energetic blocks directly affect your…

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Dancing Through Change: David Meerman Scott on Grateful Dead, Fandom, and Real Human Experience (MDE636) 47:32

15d ago47:32

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In this special episode, host Minter Dial reconnects with celebrated marketing strategist and author David Meerman Scott for their third lively conversation together. As they reflect on their decade-long friendship, David Meerman Scott shares insights from the freshly updated edition of "Marketing Lessons from the Grateful Dead," co-authored with B…

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Kathryn Chelminski, "Governing Energy Transitions: A Study of Regime Complex Effectiveness on Geothermal Development in Indonesia and the Philippines" (Cambridge UP, 2025) 55:30

17d ago55:30

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As the world moves with increasing urgency to mitigate climate change and catalyze energy transitions to net zero, understanding the governance mechanisms that will unlock barriers to energy transitions is of critical importance. Governing Energy Transitions: A Study of Regime Complex Effectiveness on Geothermal Development in Indonesia and the Phi…

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Talking Thai Politics: China's Rising Foreign Ministry: Practices and Representations of Assertive Diplomacy 31:29

16d ago31:29

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How has China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs transformed itself into one of the most assertive diplomatic actors on the global stage? What explains the rise of “wolf warrior” practices, and how should we interpret Beijing’s evolving diplomatic identity? In this episode, Duncan McCargo speaks with Dylan Loh, an Associate Professor in the Public Polic…

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A Long Walk with Carter & Reagan - Reflections for 2025 10:18

15d ago10:18

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What would Ronald Reagan and Jimmy Carter say about America in 2025? In this powerful episode of The Civic Brief, Dr. Ike Wilson takes listeners on a reflective walk through the woods—accompanied by the memories of two former U.S. Presidents: Jimmy Carter and Ronald Reagan. Through this narrative dialogue, Dr. Wilson explores how their contrasting …

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Jess King’s Journey From Dancer to Peloton Star & Creative Visionary 1:00:26

18d ago1:00:26

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Lock in your spot for the Unicorn CEO Summit today at https://mntr.ai/unicorn-ceo-summit-early-invite What would change in your leadership if you honored your inner child instead of suppressing it? In this episode, you’ll hear Jess King open up about her unconventional career path, her inner-healing journey, and the spiritual principles that guide …

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Unlearning Frugality | The Mad Fientist 47:10

20d ago47:10

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Brandon Ganch, aka The Mad Fientist, joins us to share how he’s trying to break some of the frugal habits that allowed him to retire at the age of 34. He is one of the earliest analytical voices in the FI movement, known for treating FI as a systems problem. He leverages his background in computer science, strong preference for systems thinking, ex…

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Compound Growth and Human Connection: Chris O'Neill on Brand, Purpose, and AI Transformation (MDE635) 1:00:55

22d ago1:00:55

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In this episode, host Minter Dial sits down with Chris O'Neill, a proud Canadian business leader with a rich and varied background that includes leadership roles at Google, Evernote, and multiple startups across Silicon Valley. Chris O'Neill opens up about his formative experiences working in retail, the value of hard work, and how these lessons sh…

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From “No Limits” to a New Axis? Russia, China, North Korea and America First 3.0 10:31

26d ago10:31

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Russia, China, and North Korea are accelerating a purpose-driven alignment aimed at weakening Western deterrence and exploiting cracks in U.S. and allied unity. In this solo briefing, Dr. Ike Wilson breaks down why 2025 is a turning point in global geopolitics. From coordinated drone incursions into Polish airspace to joint Russian-Belarusian drill…

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Building a $30 Million Brand Without Millions of Followers with Lisa Jauregui 34:09

25d ago34:09

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Lock in your spot for Unicorn CEO Summit today at https://mntr.ai/unicorn-ceo-summit-early-invite Founders and CEOs, how would your business grow if you built relationships that weren’t transactional? In this episode, you’ll hear how Lisa Jauregui built a beauty brand from a $30,000 living-room startup into a $30M+ category-leading cosmetics brand—…

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Stephen Murphy, "Buddhist Landscapes: Art and Archaeology of the Khorat Plateau, 7th to 11th Centuries (NUS Press, 2024) 55:48

27d ago55:48

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This important new work, Buddhist Landscapes: Art and Archaeology of the Khorat Plateau, 7th to 11th Centuries (NUS Press, 2023) by Stephen Murphy, build on extensive fieldwork and archaeological surveys to reveal the Khorat Plateau as having a distinctive Buddhist culture, including new forms of art and architecture, and a characteristic aesthetic…

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Charles Higham, "Early Southeast Asia: From First Humans to First Civilizations" (NUS Press, 2024) 1:03:15

28d ago1:03:15

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In September 2025 the Dutch government announced that it would return to Indonesia the fossilized remains of the famous ‘Java Man’, the first known example of an early species of human, homo erectus. The remains had been uncovered by a Dutch archaeologist in 1891-2 during the colonial period and taken to the Netherlands. In fact, Southeast Asia has…

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From Chaos to Clarity: Jürgen Weigand's Approach to Strategic Leadership and Adaptability (MDE634) 58:10

29d ago58:10

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In this episode, I’m joined by Professor Jürgen Weigand from WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management, one of Germany’s most prestigious business schools. We dig into Jurgen Weigand’s fascinating professional journey, from his start in academia and time abroad in the U.S., to his experience as a civil servant in the Netherlands and his influential …

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Nayanjot Lahiri, "Searching for Ashoka: Questing for a Buddhist King from India to Thailand" (SUNY Press, 2023) 47:40

30d ago47:40

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Blending travelogue, history, and archaeology, Searching for Ashoka: Questing for a Buddhist King from India to Thailand (SUNY Press, 2023) unravels the various avatars of India's most famous emperor, revealing how he came to be remembered—and forgotten—in distinctive ways at particular points in time and in specific locations. Through personal jou…

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We Live Better Than Kings Did (Thanksgiving Special Episode)

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Cody & Justin are here to flood your ears with thanks! Your very own Financial Independence Show co-hosts are here with a special Thanksgiving episode. It’s hard to believe we’re rounding out yet another year, and there’s so much to be thankful for as always. Fitness improving, relationships strengthening, comfort level with retirement steadily inc…

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The Wise Way: Unpacking The Broader Strategic Context of U.S. Military Actions 13:30

29d ago13:30

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In this insightful Civic Brief, Dr. Isaiah "Ike" Wilson III dives into what he calls the WiSE Way, a practical, lawful, and principled approach to navigating today's complex security challenges. Drawing from a conversation with Dr. Ken Weinstein of the Hudson Institute, Dr. Wilson unpacks the broader strategic context of U.S. military actions, part…

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Bootstrapped To Millions. How Michelle Razavi Turned Elavi Into a Retail Powerhouse 43:35

1M ago43:35

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Founders, what steps can you take to understand your retail category better than anyone else in your space? In this episode, you’ll learn how Michelle Razavi built a capital-efficient consumer packaged goods (CPG) brand that broke into major retailers through resilience, community building, and strategic iteration. You’ll hear the real story behind…

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From Ice to Influence: Natasha Skolny's Journey Through Fear and Authenticity (MDE633) 54:57

1M ago54:57

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Leadership coach Natasha Skolny joins Minter Dial to explore authentic leadership through the lens of her figure skating background. Based in Toronto, Skolny works with high-achieving women seeking to lead on their own terms whilst shedding corporate armour. The conversation examines how sports cultivate self-knowledge, the challenge of balancing a…

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Ivan Franceschini et al., "Scam: Inside Southeast Asia's Cybercrime Compounds" (Verso Books, 2025) 50:32

1M ago50:32

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“If I had been enslaved for a year or two, I might not be able to believe in humanity any more.” “I am a victim of modern slavery.” These chilling words come from a Taiwanese female lured by a fake job offer, only to be sold into a scam compound in Cambodia. She is not alone. She is one of thousands deceived into this industry—people who left home …

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From $111,000 in Debt to Freedom through Budgeting | Allison Baggerly 45:47

1M ago45:47

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Allison Baggerly from Inspired Budget joins us to share her journey from $111,000 in debt to creating a life of freedom through budgeting. Topics covered include: How to change your spending habits Paying down debt as quickly as possible Different types of budgets and how to implement The power of increasing your income Knowing your “enough” How ki…

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World on Edge: A Geostrategic Walk-About With Dr. Kenneth Weinstein of the Hudson Institute 1:11:38

1M ago1:11:38

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Get a sweeping, unfiltered look at today’s most urgent geopolitical flashpoints — U.S. strategy, global legitimacy, the Indo-Pacific, narco-terrorism, China’s rise, and the future of American engagement. In this episode of The Civic Brief, Dr. Isaiah “Ike” Wilson III is joined by Dr. Kenneth Weinstein, from the Hudson Institute, for a high-velocity…

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The Leadership Patterns Every CEO Masters 11:45

1M ago11:45

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Lock in your spot for Unicorn CEO Summit today at https://mntr.ai/unicorn-ceo-summit-early-invite What are the five essential shifts you need to make to become a seven-figure or eight-figure CEO? In this episode, Suneera breaks down the five patterns she sees among seven-figure and eight-figure CEOs at the Millionaire Founders Club retreat. She wal…

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From Boundless to Autonomous: Salesforce Evangelist Vala Afshar and Henry King on AI-First Strategies and Digital Labour (MDE632) 1:05:31

1M ago1:05:31

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Henry King and Vala Afshar, co-authors of Autonomous, join me to explore how AI-first strategies are reshaping business fitness. Henry brings his unique journey from CIO to design thinking expert, whilst Vala shares insights from his decade as Salesforce's chief evangelist. We examine Salesforce's V2MOM framework—a radical transparency tool that al…

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Sonia Faleiro, "The Robe and the Sword: How Buddhist Extremism Is Shaping Modern Asia" (Columbia UP, 2025) 41:40

1M ago41:40

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When the robe becomes a weapon, who can stop the violence? We think of Buddhism as a faith of peace—rooted in compassion, patience, and nonviolence. But across South and Southeast Asia today, the robe is being turned into a weapon, as radical monks and nationalist movements unleash hatred and war. In The Robe and the Sword: How Buddhist Extremism i…

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Building a $700,000+ Glamping Business | Garrett Brown 47:43

1M ago47:43

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Garrett Brown, author of The Glamping Investor, joins us to talk all about building a glamping business. He shares his own journey from $0 to $700,000+ in revenue, and his best tips on how you can get started yourself. Topics covered include: Finding the right plot of land Understanding “landhacking” and why it’s so powerful Setting up utilities an…

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Walk With Me: Nelson Mandela on Reconciliation in a Divided Age 8:41

2M ago8:41

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What can Nelson Mandela teach America about forgiveness, leadership, and reconciliation in a divided age? In this powerful episode of The Civic Brief, Dr. Isaiah “Ike” Wilson III shares a reflective encounter with the spirit of Nelson Mandela—a dialogue that reveals timeless lessons for leadership, democracy, and healing in an era of division. Thro…

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Breaking Free From Patriarchy AND Mean Girls As Hype Women with Erin Gallagher 45:37

2M ago45:37

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Lock in your spot for Unicorn CEO Summit today at https://mntr.ai/unicorn-ceo-summit-early-invite What if the secret to success wasn’t more hustle—but better alignment? This episode of CEO School features Erin Gallagher, author and CEO of Hype Women, discussing the importance of women supporting and hyping each other rather than competing. Erin sha…

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Experiential Medicine: Dr. Jack Kreindler on Adventure as a Health Hack (MDE631) 1:03:29

2M ago1:03:29

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Dr. Jack Kreindler, physician, entrepreneur, and physiologist, returns to my podcast to discuss his Antarctic expedition and insights on human resilience. We explore the differences between male and female physiology in extreme environments, the importance of communication and load-sharing in endurance challenges, and the value of embracing discomf…

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