Best Officer Kevin And Officer Grant Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 46 - Leading Without Shortcuts - Warren Gatland CBE 57:00

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In this episode, we’re thrilled to welcome Warren Gatland, the legendary Head Coach of the Welsh National Rugby team. With a remarkable career spanning both playing and coaching at the highest levels, Warren’s story is one of passion and dedication. Born in New Zealand, Warren began his rugby journey on the fields of his homeland, eventually earnin…

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The Human Advantage - Episode 24 - Being a Kind Leader - Colonel Jax Powell. 36:59

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In this episode our host, Ash Bhardwaj, speaks to Colonel Jax Powell. Colonel Powell joined the Army in 1994, commissioning into the Royal Logistic Corps (RLC). She has served on operations in the Balkans, Iraq, Afghanistan and Mali. She has also held several Staff roles including stints at the Permanent Joint Headquarters (PJHQ), Army Headquarters…

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Vishal Dhawan, Chief Product and Technology Officer at Curb Mobility, on Learning from Challenges and Driving Innovation 31:30

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Vishal Dhawan, Chief Product and Technology Officer at Curb Mobility, a ride hailing marketplace that connects you to professional drivers in cities nation wide. In this episode Vishal shares his journey of building, leading, and inspiring teams to launch scalable products that delight users. With a knack for solving complex problems and opening ne…

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Kevin Hart, Comedian and Co-Founder of Gran Coramino, on the Importance of Hard Work when Chasing Success 20:34

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Kevin Hart, the multi-talented comedian, actor, and entrepreneur, joins us in this episode to discuss his latest venture: Gran Coramino Tequila. Known for his relentless work ethic and unparalleled success in the entertainment industry, Kevin brings the same level of dedication and passion to his tequila brand. Realizing that his culture and commun…

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Episode 45 - Lessons from Legacy - James Kerr 1:04:26

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In this episode our host, Lieutenant Colonel Dean Canham OBE, speaks to bestselling author, speaker and leadership and high-performance consultant, James Kerr. James has worked with elite teams around the world, across numerous sports, businesses and military units, developing their cultures and leadership in the pursuit of success at the very high…

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Learning as You go When Starting Your Business 33:00

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Jill W. Fox is the Founder of Fox Social Media. Jill initially learned social media to keep an eye on her then-teenagers. In 2010, Jill founded the company after working with her children’s sports teams to run their social media pages and falling in love with the process. Now, Jill runs a six-figure company planning and managing social media for he…

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Stephen Lease, CEO and Co-Founder of Goodr, on How Failure Fuels Success 39:22

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Stephen Lease, CEO and Co-Founder of Goodr, shares his journey from early challenges to leading a thriving company known for its stylish and affordable sunglasses. Passionate about running, Stephen saw a problem that needed fixing: affordable, quality glasses for runners. Embracing failure as a stepping stone, he turned setbacks into opportunities,…

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Philip Krim, Co-Founder of Casper, on How Jumping Over Hurdles and Running Through Walls Shape Great Entrepreneurs 40:25

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The Game-Changing Grant That Has Tech Startups Flocking to Wisconsin 32:14

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Need funding to launch or grow your business? Meet two founders who successfully took an often-overlooked approach to fundraising: grants. Jessica Martin Eckerly, CEO and co-founder of Forward BIOLABS, and Alex Tyink, co-founder of Fork Farms, each received transformative awards from WEDC, the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation. And on this…

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Kwamane Liddell, Founder of Thrive Link, on Innovating Healthcare Access For a Better Future 40:27

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Kwamane Liddell, Founder of Thrive Link, 2024 American Nurses Association Innovation Award Winner, shares his journey from trauma nurse to accomplished business leader and healthcare lawyer. Witnessing the impact of barriers to social determinants of health, he created ThriveLink, which empowers families to enroll in health insurance, food stamps, …

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Bobbie Lloyd, CEO of Magnolia Bakery, on how Kindness, Humanity, and Passion Correlate with Success 40:30

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Bobbie Lloyd, CEO of Magnolia Bakery, shares her journey from culinary school graduate and former chef for Calvin Klein to leading an iconic brand renowned for its amazing cupcakes and out-of-this-world banana pudding, a favorite of host Robert Tuchman. After working under former guest Danny Meyer, she saw what it took to run a successful restauran…

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Adam Wexler, Founder of PrizePicks, From Doing What You Love to Loving What You Do 38:34

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The Human Advantage Ep.23 - The Power of Reflection - Sergeant Ashley Siddall 31:29

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In this episode we speak to Sergeant Ashley Siddall of the Royal Army Medical Corps (RAMC). He began his career at the Army Foundation College Harrogate, at the age of 16, culminating in him joining the RAMC. After completing his trade training as a medic, providing pre-hospital care, Sgt Siddall joined 16 Medical Regiment, and has since deployed t…

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Amy Errett, Founder of Madison Reed, on the Importance of Passion and Resilience in Entrepreneurship 47:04

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Amy Errett, the visionary behind Madison Reed, shares her journey of building a successful omnichannel beauty brand specializing in the hair color space. Despite reaching the top of the Venture Capitalist industry, Amy felt a burning desire to create her own venture. Recognizing a gap in the hair color market riddled with harmful ingredients, she s…

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How Small Business Leaders Are Leveraging AI to Make Smarter Decisions 46:00

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One in four employees are now using AI at work – a significant jump from the adoptions rates seen in 2023. So how are businesses leveraging AI in the workplace? We sit down with Christina Janzer, SVP of Research and Analytics at Slack, to discuss how businesses are embracing AI to increase productivity, make data-drive decisions, drive innovation a…

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Episode 44 - Leading with Love - Doctor Victoria Carr 47:00

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In this episode we speak with Doctor Victoria Carr, Primary School Head Teacher, Army Reservist in the Intelligence Corps, and Centre for Army Leadership Senior Research Fellow. Combining her experience in leading in the education sector and as a military leader, Victoria provides a unique insight into how teams can benefit from leadership skills a…

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Carly Zakin and Danielle Weisberg, Co-founders of The Skimm, on Transforming Women’s Media 52:50

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Carly Zakin and Danielle Wesberg, entrepreneurs behind The Skimm, discuss creating a successful Media company. Danielle and Carly fresh out of college identified a significant gap in the media landscape, there was a lack of media outlets specifically tailored to Women. Despite Women making upwards of 90% of household financial decisions, there was …

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The Human Advantage Ep 22 - Leading on Multinational Operations - Major David Love 36:37

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In this episode, we speak to Major David Love, Royal Military Police (RMP), in his role as SO2 Army Leadership at the Centre for Army Leadership (CAL). We discuss how the CAL are developing the concepts and theory of leadership into tools that the Army can use. He focusses on the importance of understanding your people, and how by taking a human-ce…

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Case File 314: See You Space Cop 2:40:26

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It's finally here. Sorry for the wait. But here it is: the final episode of Thought Cops. Thank all of you who have listened to us and supported us throughout the years. Field Notes I don't want to belabor it, because the episode speaks for itself. But we're grateful for the connections we've been able to make throughout the years, and we're proud …

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Lori and Scott Levine, co-founders of Scott’s Protein Balls, on Making a Homemade Snack a Successful Business 35:23

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Episode 43 - Leading in the shadows - Sir Alex Younger: Britain's Chief Spy 43:36

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In this episode we speak to Sir Alex Younger KCMG, the former Chief of the Secret Intelligence Service. Prior to his six-year tenure as ‘C’, Sir Alex was the Head of Counter Terrorism and obtained many operational roles worldwide. His time at MI6 was preceded by a stint in the British Army - first as a private soldier and later as a commissioned of…

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The Human Advantage Ep. 21 - Combining Competency with Human Understanding - Lieutenant Colonel Ed Fraser 38:09

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In this episode we speak to Lieutenant Colonel Ed Fraser of the Duke of Lancaster's Regiment, formerly the 1st Battalion The King's Regiment, which he commissioned into in 2001. He served in Afghanistan on Op HERRICK, and twice in Iraq on Op TELIC. Away from regimental duty, Lt Col Fraser instructed as a Platoon Commander at the Royal Military Acad…

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Frank McCourt Jr, Founder of Project Liberty, Discusses Protection in the New Age of Tech and AI 1:07:30

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Episode 42 - Cognitive Diversity in Teams - Brigadier Jaish Mahan 45:08

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In this episode we speak to Brigadier Jaish Mahan, who commissioned into the Royal Army Medical Corps (RAMC) in 1994 and has served in roles spanning the medical profession. He has deployed on seven operational tours, including Kosovo, Sierra Leone, the Iraq war and Afghanistan three times. Brigadier Mahan has been an Army Reservist since his trans…

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The Human Advantage Ep 20 - Improving Organisational Culture - Lieutenant Colonel Simon Farebrother MC 37:54

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In this episode we speak with Lieutenant Colonel Simon Farebrother MC. Simon commissioned in 2001 into the Queen's Dragoon Guards (QDG) - a light cavalry regiment that specialises in reconnoissance. He served on operations on Op BANNER in Northern Ireland, on Op HERRICK in Afghanistan, and on Op TELIC in Iraq. His troop was attached to 3 Commando B…

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Fran Maier, Founder of BabyQuip and Co-Founder of Match.com, on Resilience and the Power of Timing 45:40

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Fran Maier is the entrepreneurial powerhouse behind BabyQuip, as seen on SharkTank, and is also the co-founder of Match.com. In this episode, Fran delves into the pivotal moments shaping her journey, including her decision to join Match.com in its early stages and the launch of BabyQuip, a platform connecting traveling families with baby gear renta…

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Lois Robbins, Actor and Founder of Watskin, on the Power of Passion and Persistence 38:24

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Lois Robbins is an actor and the founder of Watskin, a clothing brand that uses UPF 50+ fabrics for their designs. Known for her daytime television roles on All My Children and One Life to Live, Lois decided to create Watskin out of necessity when she learned of a cancerous cell on her face. Watskin now sells over 10 different types of sun-protecti…

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The Human Advantage Ep.19 - Turning vision into action - Major Daljinder Singh Virdee MBE 25:55

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In this episode we speak to Major Daljinder Singh Virdee MBE. Major Virdee commissioned into the Royal Army Medical Corps in 2015 as a pharmacist Professionally Qualified Reserve Officer. Following regimental duty with 256 Field Hospital, he re-roled as a Medical Support Officer and went into full-time Reserve service (FTRS). He has since worked in…

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The Human Advantage Ep.18 - Being Courageous in Conversations - Lieutenant Tess Morris-Paterson 27:47

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In this episode we speak to Doctor and CAL Senior Research Fellow, Lieutenant Tess Morris-Paterson PhD, about what we can learn from her experience in the selection, training, and preparation of astronauts for space flight, and how some of those skills can be applied in a military context to her experience as a Troop commander with 135 Geographic S…

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Brian and Scott Rudolph, Co-Founders of Banza, on Building a Business with Family 53:54

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Brian and Scott Rudolph are the co-founders of Banza, a food brand that creates chickpea-based alternatives of your favorite comfort foods. Founded in 2014 by brothers Brian and Scott, Banza entered the scene with their high protein plant-based pasta products and have now expanded into pizza, rice, and waffles. Banza is now available domestically i…

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Episode 41 - The Sporting Edge: Building High Performing Teams - Jeremy Snape 48:45

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In this episode we speak to former England cricketer, coach and now performance psychologist, Jeremy Snape. Jeremy's cricketing and coaching success at the highest levels proceeded a career which has branched out into performance psychology in other sports and the business world to. He offers a captivating perspective on how leadership is about doi…

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Bobby Bitton, CEO and Co-Founder of O Positiv, on Creating Effective Women’s Health Products 43:40

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Bobby Bitton is the CEO and Co-Founder of O Positiv, a women’s health business that focuses on addressing health needs that have been historically overlooked. Co-founded in 2018 with Bobby’s sister Brianna, O Positiv created FLO, a science-backed all-natural, and hormone-free PMS vitamin. O Positiv now has more than 1.3 million customers and was mo…

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The Human Advantage Ep.17 - Building trust through communication - Lieutenant Colonel Liz Kagoda 25:46

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In this episode Captain Ash Bhardwaj speaks to Lieutenant Colonel Liz Kagoda of the Queen Alexandra Royal Army Nursing Corps. Lt Col Kagoda trained and qualified as an emergency nurse in the National Health Service, prior to commissioning in 2005 and has since worked at roles 1-4 across the medical support spectrum. She has delivered everything fro…

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Episode 40 - Moral Terrain Coaching & Empathy - US Army Major Ben Ordiway & Lt Colonel Kevin Cutright 56:38

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In this episode, we speak to US Army Major Ben Ordiway and Lt Colonel Kevin Cutright, based at the United States Military Academy at Westpoint. We discuss their developing concepts of Moral Terrain Coaching and how to consider empathy towards our adversary to gain an operational advantage. Both concepts are fundamentally important when the stakes a…

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Bryan Barletta, Founder of Sounds Profitable, on Setting A Course For the Future of Audio 53:00

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Bryan Barletta is the Founder of Sounds Profitable, a podcast and newsletter dedicated to exploring podcast advertising and monetization. With over 13 years in the ad technology space, Bryan has helped podcasters and advertisers navigate the ever-evolving landscape of audio content. He founded Sounds Profitable in 2020 after working at podcasting c…

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Case File 313:The Penultimate Episode with Niko and Sleepscience 1:56:35

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Here we are folks, in our second-to-last episode of Thought Cops. The penultimate episode, if you will. And you will. We are joined by dear friends of the show Niko and Josh AKA Sleepscience. Support the show on Patreon Field Notes We're kind of freeballing on this episode, not gonna lie. We air out some personal grievances, talk about media burnou…

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Lo Bosworth, Founder of Love Wellness, on Transforming the Women’s Wellness Industry 53:31

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Lo Bosworth is the Founder of Love Wellness, a total body care company for women. Previously known for her appearances on MTV’s Laguna Beach and The Hills, Lo founded Love Wellness after her own health challenges in 2015 and aimed to create clean and safe wellness products for women. Since its founding, Love Wellness has expanded to be featured in …

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The Human Advantage Ep.16 - The Savvy Squaddie - Corporal Cameron Eden 24:54

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In this episode, our host Captain Ash Bhardwaj speaks to the person behind the The Savvy Squaddie YouTube Channel, Corporal Cameron Eden, who enlisted in the King's Royal Hussars (KRH), before transferring to the Royal Logistic Corps (RLC) to follow his dream of becoming an Army Photographer. With a wealth of experience, deploying to France, Estoni…

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Wade Foster, Co-Founder and CEO of Zapier, on Process, Productivity and Getting the Job Done 35:01

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Wade Foster is the Co-Founder and CEO of Zapier, an automation platform that connects over 6,000 different apps to streamline workflows. Founded in 2012, Zapier currently supports over 2.2 million businesses automate their workflows, from startups to Fortune 100 companies. Only raising $1.3 million funding in 2012, Zapier has grown exponentially un…

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The Human Advantage Ep.15 - Op PITTING - Major Chris Duncalfe & WO2 Adam Croucher 48:00

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In this episode, we speak to Major Chris Duncalfe and WO2 Adam Croucher about their experience during the Non-combatant Evacuation Operation (NEO) of Kabul - Operation PITTING, while in their respective roles of Officer Commanding (OC) and Company Sergeant Major (CSM) of A Company, 2nd Battalion the Parachute Regiment. Op PITTING marked the end of …

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Sarah Jessica Parker on Following Creative Passions 40:53

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Sarah Jessica Parker is a renowned actress and an accomplished entrepreneur, known for her iconic role as Carrie Bradshaw in the hit TV series "Sex and the City." In addition to her successful acting career, Parker ventured into the wine industry, partnering with Invivo Wines to create her own collection, ‘Invivo X, SJP.’ The multi Emmy and Golden …

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Episode 39 - Tony Adams MBE - Leading Through Addiction 40:09

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In this episode, we speak to Tony Adams MBE, a football icon renowned for his remarkable contributions to Arsenal and the England national team. Tony's career spans playing at the pinnacle of the sport, where he not only showcased his prowess on the field but also in his captaincy for England. Beyond his playing days, he undertook a coaching and ma…

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Joanne Wilson, Founder and CEO of Gotham and Gotham Gal Ventures, on Investing In Innovation 41:20

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Joanne Wilson is an early-stage angel investor, entrepreneur, and philanthropist with over 150 companies in her investment portfolio such as Food52 and Eater. Her latest venture, Gotham, is a female-founded cannabis concept space that curates and shares one-of-a-kind products, art, and experiences that reflect New York’s rich history and influence.…

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The Human Advantage Ep.14 - Leading Without Authority - Sergeant Mo Faye 27:13

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In this episode, our host Captain Ash Bhwardwaj speaks to Sergeant Mo Faye about the importance of ownership over outputs and how soft skills in leaders are hugely valued by followers during periods of training and change. Sergeant Mo Faye was born and raised in Gambia and joined the British Army's Staff and Personnel Support Branch, the Adjutant G…

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Case File 312: Not Done Yet with Slime Da Garbage Mane 1:10:31

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We're joined in-person this week by Slime Da Garbage Mane for one of our pen-penultimate episodes. Support the show on Patreon Field Notes Thank you to everyone who has supported us in any way over the years. Please enjoy this last run of episodes as we celebrate the life of Thought Cops! Join the Thought Cops Deputy Patrol Support the show on Patr…

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Mike Cessario, CEO and Co-Founder of Liquid Death, on Turning a Passion Into a Business 39:14

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Mike Cessario is the CEO and Co-Founder of Liquid Death, a forward thinking healthy beverage start-up with the branding and flare of an energy drink. Pulling from his marketing and creative directing experiences, Mike turned his passion for health into a $700 million business. In just a short amount of time, he’s built the fastest growing water bra…

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Episode 38 - General Sir James Hockenhull, KBE, ADC Gen - Strategic Command 50:28

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In this episode, our host Colonel Henry Llewellyn-Usher speaks with Commander UK Strategic Command, General Sir James (Jim) Hockenhull, KBE, ADC Gen. General Jim commissioned into the Intelligence Corps in 1986 and has extensive operation experience across the globe. His Staff experience includes role at the UK Ministry of Defence, and at the US Co…

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Aerin Lauder, Founder & Creative Director of AERIN, on Stepping Outside Your Comfort Zone 32:28

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Aerin Lauder is the Founder & Creative Director of AERIN, a global luxury lifestyle brand. Granddaughter of Estée Lauder, the founder of her eponymous cosmetics brand, Aerin has been key to supporting the growth and success of the family-owned luxury giant and currently serves as the Style and Image Director for her family brand. Aerin has emerged …

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Case File 311: Loud Quitting with Zwick 1:10:47

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ALERT: THIS IS NOT A BIT. Thought Cops is ending. And we are joined by our editor Zwick to kick off this last run of shows. Support the show on Patreon Field Notes Thank you to everyone who has supported us in any way over the years. Please enjoy this last run of episodes as we celebrate the life of Thought Cops! Join the Thought Cops Deputy Patrol…

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The Human Advantage Ep.13 - Leading from a Position of Support - Sergeant Dorian John 31:43

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In this episode, our host Captain Ash Bhardwaj speaks to Sergeant Dorian John about the importance of empathy and rapport in getting things done. Sergeant Dorian John was born in the Commonwealth of Dominica and enlisted into the Royal Signals in 2003 and served on OP TELIC 5 in Iraq and OP HERRICK 6 in Afghanistan as a Lance Corporal Dorian transf…

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