Best Lask Podcasts (2024)

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The Evolution of China’s Government Affairs Industry: A Conversation with Yuan Haiying 33:54

20d ago33:54

33:54

On this episode of China Field Notes, Scott Kennedy speaks with Yuan Haiying, one of the pioneers of the government affairs profession in China. Yuan explains the origins of the industry, how it has changed and evolved throughout his career, how the field help Chinese and foreign multinational companies navigate current geopolitical challenges, and…

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Innovation in the Fast Lane: Discussing China’s Auto Industry with Michael Laske 1:01:09

2M ago1:01:09

1:01:09

On this episode of China Field Notes, Scott Kennedy speaks with Michael Laske, a sage veteran auto industry consultant in China. In this in-depth conversation, he explains how over the last three decades China’s domestic auto firms went from being students in joint ventures to achieving global leadership in electric vehicles and batteries. He analy…

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Schmoe Brannigan's Promotional Feature 2024 1:23

3M ago1:23

1:23

Schmoe Brannigan has returned to tell all you lovley ladies & folks about the greatest podcast ever to exist: THE WIZARD SCROLL. Check out the complete series today! Links to everything: https://linktr.ee/thewizardscroll Show Artwork by Nick Vanamee Song used: Identity- Equip Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Taiwan’s Semiconductor Success: Industry Expert Jack Chang 28:33

3M ago28:33

28:33

On this episode of China Field Notes, Scott Kennedy speaks with Jack Chang, one of the world’s foremost experts on Taiwan’s semiconductor industry. They discuss the industry in-depth, from the original policies that led to the establishment of companies like TSMC and UMC to disruptions during the Covid-19 pandemic. The conversation then shifts to t…

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Episode 9: Where Land Meets Sea with Liz Ruther & Paul Engelmeyer 52:34

4M ago52:34

52:34

What happens where the land meets the sea? In this episode, Paul talks to Liz Ruther (Pew Charitable Trusts) and Paul Engelmeyer (Bird Alliance of Oregon) about some of the most productive and threatened habitats on the planet - estuaries! As the connection between our upland forests and the ocean, estuaries are critical for water quality and biodi…

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Investing in Innovation: Primavera Capital’s Veronica Li 28:39

4M ago28:39

28:39

On this episode of China Field Notes, Scott Kennedy speaks with Veronica Li of Primavera Capital Group. They discuss her pathway to a career in finance and how Primavera weighs U.S.-China competition, China’s economy, and entrepreneurial innovation in China when making when making investment decisions. They focus on the trajectory of the EV industr…

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Episode 8: Drawing and Painting Birds with Nora Sherwood 46:55

5M ago46:55

46:55

How can art alter how you look at the world? Today Paul talks to Nora Sherwood, science illustrator and nature artist about her work drawing and painting birds and other wildlife. Nora shares how she came to this work later in life, leaving a career in tech to learn how to become an artist. She discusses the process of working with scientists to co…

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4/20 Greenout Special III: Gas, Grass & Ass 27:18

6M ago27:18

27:18

CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains adult language, depictions of violence, drug use, and/or sexually sensitive material. The three high elves put the 'trip' in road trip as they cruise through the realm of Drakkus. The E.V.I.L. Emperor Maliceguy is holding a hearing on dank moss at the palace, and it's up to our heroes to get that most odious h…

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Episode 7: Offshore Wind Energy with Ann Vileisis 53:48

6M ago53:48

53:48

Offshore wind energy is in the news. While it’s a potentially promising step toward decarbonizing the grid, conservationists and fishermen alike share concerns about its potential impacts. In this episode, Paul talks to Ann Vileisis, President of Kalmiopsis Audubon Society and independent scholar about the recent proposals for offshore floating tur…

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Building a Path Forward: Peking University’s Yu Tiejun on U.S.-China Scholarly Recoupling 27:23

6M ago27:23

27:23

On this episode of China Field Notes, Scott Kennedy speaks with Yu Tiejun, Professor and President of Peking University’s Institute of International and Strategic Studies (IISS). This conversation accompanies a new report and event culminating a two-year initiative of the CSIS Trustee Chair and IISS to avoid U.S.-China scholarly decoupling and rest…

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Episode 6: Seabird Aviculture with CJ McCarty 57:25

7M ago57:25

57:25

Paul talks to CJ McCarty, Curator of Birds at Oregon Coast Aquarium about working with seabirds at the aquarium! The Seabird Aviary at Oregon Coast Aquarium is home to six species of birds including Black Oystercatchers, Common Murres, Pigeon Guillemots, Tufted Puffins, Horned Puffins, and Rhinoceros Auklets. CJ shares how she went from being a you…

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The RADD Method of Email List Management - Interview w/ Mary Laske Bell 38:03

8M ago38:03

38:03

In this interview, Troy Ericson, host of the Email Marketing & Copywriting Podcast, reconnects with Mary Laske Bell, owner of Busy Bell, a boutique email marketing agency. Three years since their last discussion, Mary has progressed remarkably, now specializing in email list management for seven, eight, and nine-figure personal brands. Notably, she…

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Observing the Iowa Caucuses: China’s Xie Tao on American Politics 37:46

8M ago37:46

37:46

On this timely episode of China Field Notes, Scott Kennedy is joined by Xie Tao, Dean and Professor of the School of International Relations and Diplomacy at Beijing Foreign Studies University. Xie speaks to Scott after a remarkable trip with his students to the United States to observe the 2024 Iowa caucuses amidst a historic blizzard. They discus…

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Presenting No Return: The Bards of Sada Emedu 26:42

8M ago26:42

26:42

Check out Kier Zhou's magnum opus No Return in all its eternal glory wherever you listen to podcasts! Song used: Druids Encounter- Equip ~~~ It's not all doom, gloom and adventure in Erset La Tari- especially not in the Emeduan capitol. Sit down, listen and enjoy a little low stakes comedy-drama from the Bards of Sada Emedu. Lanlen is played by Stu…

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Dude, your Rooster is Trending on Twitter 2:56

9M ago2:56

2:56

Check out Wizard Scroll Nights wherever you listen to podcasts! What sort of trouble has Ricardo the rooster gotten himself into this time? Starring Chris Bauso & Gavin Reiser Farm Ambience by Jamie Nord Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Chris RR Bauso

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Dr Lask to the Past 13:00

9M ago13:00

13:00

Check out Wizard Scroll Nights wherever you listen to podcasts! Things go awry when Dr Lask's latest invention draws the unwanted ire of a particular theoretical physicist... All names, characters, and incidents portrayed in this production are entirely fictitious. No identification with actual persons (living or deceased), places, buildings, and p…

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Introducing: Wizard Scroll NIGHTS 1:44

9M ago1:44

1:44

Welcome to Wizard Scroll NIGHTS: a cavalcade of interviews, one-off skits and other skullduggery that's too hot for the main feed. Links to everything: https://linktr.ee/thewizardscroll Song used: Passage into the MIrror of Truth- Equip Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Chris RR Bauso

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China’s Climate Outlook Following COP28: ASPI China Climate Hub Director Li Shuo 27:03

10M ago27:03

27:03

On this special episode of China Field Notes, Scott Kennedy is joined by Trustee Chair Senior Fellow Ilaria Mazzocco for a timely conversation with Li Shuo, Director of the new China Climate Hub at the Asia Society Policy Institute. Li joins Scott and Ilaria at the tail end of the 28th UN Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai. They discuss how…

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Candid Business Diplomacy: A Conversation about China with Joerg Wuttke 32:38

10M ago32:38

32:38

Join Scott Kennedy for a discussion with Joerg Wuttke, one of the most influential foreign business leaders in China in the past fifty years. They discuss Wuttke’s long career in China, the different approaches to China of the European and American chambers of commerce, the legacy of Dr. Henry Kissinger, and China’s future trajectory.…

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3-11 | Quest to the Wizard's Basement pt4 35:56

11M ago35:56

35:56

CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains adult language, depictions of violence, drug use, and/or sexually sensitive material. Krystall & Scarletta's dungeon crawl comes to its climactic conclusion. Will they retrieve the mana they need? Probably, but there's only one way to find out for sure... THE WIZARD SCROLL is written, read, performed and edite…

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The State of Hong Kong’s Autonomy: A Conversation with Legislator Regina Ip 39:53

11M ago39:53

39:53

Join Scott Kennedy for a timely conversation with veteran Hong Kong public servant Regina Ip Lau Suk Yee. They discuss Ip’s career in public service, from her days in the bureaucracy to her leadership of the New People’s Party, the nature of the city’s relationship with Beijing after the introduction of the National Security Law, its future in inte…

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3-10 | Quest to the Wizard's Basement pt3 28:27

11M ago28:27

28:27

CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains adult language, depictions of violence, drug use, and/or sexually sensitive material. The wizard's basement dungeon lays claim to yet another victim... THE WIZARD SCROLL is written, read, performed and edited by me, Chris RR Bauso. Tales of high fantasy, warriors, wizards and laser guns with my own sick little…

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A New Generation of Chinese Intellectuals: Wang Zichen of the Center for China and Globalization 46:52

12M ago46:52

46:52

Join Scott for a wide-ranging conversation with Wang Zichen, a rising star amongst Chinese public intellectuals who is now with the Center for China and Globalization, based in Beijing. They discuss Wang’s first trip ever to the United States, the difficulties in U.S.-China relations, how Chinese think tanks try to influence public policy, and much…

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Episode 5: The Fight for Oregon's Forests with Joseph Youren 45:50

1y ago45:50

45:50

In this episode, Paul talks to Joseph Youren, Forest Policy Director for Audubon Society of Lincoln City about the nitty gritty world of forest policy. Joseph breaks down the conflict between the timber industry and conservationists and teases out the role of Habitat Conservation Plans and why they are necessary for protecting forests and water. Th…

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3-09 | Quest to the Wizard's Basement pt2 39:54

1y ago39:54

39:54

Krystall, Scarletta and Wronghalf delve into the depths of the wizard's basement... THE WIZARD SCROLL is written, read, performed and edited by me, Chris RR Bauso. Tales of high fantasy, warriors, wizards and laser guns with my own sick little twist. Starring Krissi Williams as Krystall Everfall Gabriel B as Scarletta J Questmann Gavin Reiser as Da…

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Representing Brand USA in Beijing: AmCham China President Michael Hart 34:11

1y ago34:11

34:11

On this episode, Scott talks with Michael Hart, President of AmCham China, based in Beijing. He has over 20 years of experience living and working in mainland China. Scott and Michael discuss the role and history of AmCham China, and how American businesses are navigating increased tensions between the U.S. and China.…

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Episode 4: Coastal Habitat Conservation with Joe Liebezeit & Allison Anholt 1:15:28

1y ago1:15:28

1:15:28

Paul is joined by Joe Liebezeit and Allison Anholt of Portland Audubon to talk about their work conserving coastal habitats and the birds that rely on them. We learn about Oregon’s Marine Reserve Program and three birds that depend on healthy coastal ecosystems: Marbled Murrelets, Western Snowy Plovers, and Black Oystercatchers. Joe and Annie discu…

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3-08 | Quest to the Wizard's Basement pt1 36:02

1y ago36:02

36:02

CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains adult language, depictions of violence, drug use, and/or sexually sensitive material. Krystall and Scarletta begin their quest to Azataz the Wize's basement, and even meet a familiar face along the way... THE WIZARD SCROLL is written, read, performed and edited by me, Chris RR Bauso. Tales of high fantasy, war…

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40 Years in the Chinese Medical System: United Family Healthcare Founder Roberta Lipson 41:59

1y ago41:59

41:59

Roberta Lipson, Founder of United Family Healthcare and Vice-Chair of the American Chamber of Commerce in China, provides her perspective on 40 years of living in China and working in the healthcare industry, including running a private hospital system during the Covid-19 pandemic.By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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Episode 3: Amazing Migrations with Roy Lowe 36:50

1y ago36:50

36:50

Paul talks to Roy Lowe, retired biologist and refuge manager with the US Fish & Wildlife Service’s (USFWS) National Wildlife Refuge Program. As the first USFWS agent stationed on the Oregon Coast, Roy has accrued decades of experience studying seabirds and their migration habits within the Oregon Coast National Wildlife Refuge Complex. Paul and Roy…

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3-07 | Pirates of the Sparribean 26:26

1y ago26:26

26:26

CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains adult language, depictions of violence, drug use, and/or sexually sensitive material. Azataz the Wize finds himself in a bit of a sticky wicket. Space pirates bro, they'll get'cha for sure... THE WIZARD SCROLL is written, read, performed and edited by me, Chris RR Bauso. Tales of high fantasy, warriors, wizard…

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A Chinese View of Deteriorating US-China Ties: Fudan University’s Wu Xinbo 48:47

1y ago48:47

48:47

Wu Xinbo, one of China’s sharpest international relations experts, offers his perspective on why relations have gone from being “mature” to being beset by tensions on all levels.By Center for Strategic and International Studies

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Episode 2: Birds & Wildfire with Dr. Jamie Cornelius 46:43

1+ y ago46:43

46:43

What do birds do during a wildfire? Dr. Jamie Cornelius, a National Geographic Society Explorer, is on a mission to find out. Professor and researcher in the Department of Integrative Biology at Oregon State University, Dr. Cornelius chats with Paul about her research on how birds respond to unpredictable changes in their environment and the Cornel…

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3-06 | Cybertrucks in Space 26:50

1+ y ago26:50

26:50

CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains adult language, depictions of violence, drug use, and/or sexually sensitive material. Azataz goes to Space Wawa, high-jynx ensue... THE WIZARD SCROLL is written, read, performed and edited by me, Chris RR Bauso. Tales of high fantasy, warriors, wizards and laser guns with my own sick little twist. Featuring Kr…

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3-05 | Look to Your Orb for the Warning 32:01

1+ y ago32:01

32:01

Azataz the Wize has just gots'ta get off-world and do it A$AP... THE WIZARD SCROLL is written, read, performed and edited by me, Chris RR Bauso. Tales of high fantasy, warriors, wizards and laser guns with my own sick little twist. Featuring Krissi Williams as Umbrelei the Lich Queen & Krystall Everfall Gabriel B as Scarletta J Questmann Show Artwo…

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Episode 1: The Osprey of Lincoln City 27:40

1+ y ago27:40

27:40

Paul interviews Ruth Shelly, Vice President of Audubon Society of Lincoln City (ASLC) about the migratory Osprey population of Lincoln City, Oregon. We get to know Ospreys, their habits and behaviors, and what makes our iconic State Raptor so special. Ruth shares about ASLC’s Osprey Awareness Initiative, an education and community science project t…

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4/20 Greenout Special II 29:12

1+ y ago29:12

29:12

CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains adult language, depictions of violence, drug use, and/or sexually sensitive material. Our intrepid heroes, the Saint Phatrick's Crew have spent the past year locked up in a jail cell. Will they be able to bust out in time for 4/20? Starring: Chris Bauso as Shawn Gavin Reiser as Marrikoth Sky Fieri as Kai Show …

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How to Go Viral on Social Media in 2023 w/ Hillary Billings 41:15

1+ y ago41:15

41:15

Hillary Billing's created a TikTok account that went from 0-400,000 followers in just 40 days! She also worked with some of the biggest names and has an everything from a done for you agency to coaching on how to scale a social media presence. If you are someone that is interested in learning how to scale your social media presence, or you are just…

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How to come up with Copywriting Ideas - Interview w/ David Deutsch 33:15

1+ y ago33:15

33:15

David Deutsch got his start at Ogilvy & Mather, an acclaimed Madison Avenue advertising agency, he took a break from the ad agency world and eventually became a direct response fundamentalist. He is now known internationally for his direct response copywriting and marketing strategist with decades of experience creating and overseeing winning direc…

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How Pauline Longdon became Australia’s best copywriter by turning away clients 32:00

1+ y ago32:00

32:00

Pauline has been writing a weekly email for over 8 years and is also just very good at writing authentic personal copy. Pauline has also spent a lot of time in the army and has a bunch of doctorates and is overall really smart. Pauline is definitely a fan favorite amongst many copywriters so if you would like to listen more about her story then tun…

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The 7 Traits of A-List Copywriters w/ Brian Kurtz 58:12

1+ y ago58:12

58:12

Brian Kurtz is known for working at Boardroom Inc. for 34 years and helping them go from $5mil to $160mil. Brian also does a wide variety of marketing from traditional online copy to infomercials to sending over 1.3 billion pieces of direct mail. Brian Kurtz has experimented with it all, and if you would like to learn more about him and how he has …

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How Kim Krause Schwalm went from Corporate Job to Selling $1,000,000,000 of products & services 33:21

1+ y ago33:21

33:21

Kim Krause Schwalm has generated over $1 Billion in sales to her name for herself and her clients, she also helped the healthy directions supplements business, and hit what today would be $40 million/year. Kim is a very interesting person that I have been able to get to know more at events like Copy Accelerator, and I think she has a lot of importa…

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How to Start a 7 Figure Business AND Charity w/ Charles & Linda Van Kessler 31:34

1+ y ago31:34

31:34

Charles has an amazing story where at the age of two he was placed in a state run orphanage and eventually escaped at the age of 10 where he was living on the streets of Amsterdam, then coming to America to then start a charitable organization helping kids with disabilities. This story is truly amazing and uplifting, a great listen to say the least…

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How to Avoid Burnout with Tara Wagner 38:05

2y ago38:05

38:05

This is an interview with Tara Wagner who is a breakthrough coach for small business owners on the verge of burnout! If you want to start learning how to create full time profits with a part time schedule that doesn't burn you out, then tune into this interview! Join Troy's Private Email List: https://www.FAQemail.com/ Follow Troy on Social Media: …

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How Amy Lacey took Cali'flour Foods from the Farmer's Market to Walmart, Whole Foods, & Sprouts 32:40

2y ago32:40

32:40

This is an interview with Amy Lacey who sells a really cool product that more people need to know about! If you want to start learn how to scale your small business into something that is in stores as big as Whole Foods and Walmart, then tune into this podcast so you can know exactly how Amy did it! Join Troy's Private Email List: https://www.FAQem…

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Will AI replace Copywriters? with Jon Benson 44:21

2y ago44:21

44:21

This is an interview with a serial entrepreneur Jon Benson who sold $1 Billion worth of stuff and is creator of VSL! In this video, Jon Benson explains how to get into copywriting and the whole online space, talking about his beginnings and his business journey. If you want to start copywriting or grow an online business, you absolutely don't want …

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Meet my new COO, Dom Chiaravalloti! 17:40

2y ago17:40

17:40

Meet my new COO, Dom Chiaravalloti! Dom first reached out to me during Copy Accelerator Virtual 2020, begged to meet me, drove all the way to Orlando, and slowly proved himself as a copywriter. The beginning was rough... and I didn't realize just how much Dom had changed over just a few years (his story is WILD). If you want to start copywriting yo…

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How Sean Ferres Built A 7 Figure Copywriting Business AND Became A Professional Musician 41:02

2y ago41:02

41:02

Most people WISH they could become a professional musician... or find some other way to make millions... Well, Sean Ferres has done both. And frankly, I'm a little jealous since I haven't had the time to join band... So, I ask Sean how he did it. You'll learn alllll about copywriting AND music. Join Troy's Private Email List: https://www.FAQemail.c…

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3-04 | King of the Ring 43:11

2y ago43:11

43:11

It all comes down to this... The climactic epic final showdown that'll make yo momma say 'DAMN BOYS I THOUGHT I TOLD YOU TO DVR THAT SHIT!' THE WIZARD SCROLL is written, read, performed and edited by me, Chris RR Bauso. Tales of high fantasy, warriors, wizards and laser guns with my own sick little twist. Special thanks to Tim Jennings for providin…

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How Jason Capital Sold $75MM worth of courses 28:09

2y ago28:09

28:09

Jason Capital has sold $75,000,000 worth of courses in every niche imaginable... Dating, Basketball, Supplements, Biz Opp, Real Estate, etc We chatted about that, the mistakes he's made along the way, what he's currently up to, and how you can copy some of his success (I've spent a lot of money with him over the years & it's worked out every time).…

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