Best Ziff Podcasts (2025)

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THE PROS AND CONS OF SKIPLAGGING! 1:00

4h ago1:00

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Ever heard of SKIPLAGGING? If not, that could be because the airlines don’t like it … The post THE PROS AND CONS OF SKIPLAGGING! appeared first on sound*bytes.By SoundBytes

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IN TUNE WITH PRO TUNER ONLINE! 0:59

4h ago0:59

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If you play an instrument that needs tuning, you know how hard that can be in a noisy environment — PRO TUNER ONLINE’s designed to solve that problem! The post IN TUNE WITH PRO TUNER ONLINE! appeared first on sound*bytes.By SoundBytes

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LIBRETTO FOR PODCASTS! 1:01

4h ago1:01

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An all in-one solution, consider LIBRETTO if you want to create a podcast of your own. The post LIBRETTO FOR PODCASTS! appeared first on sound*bytes.By SoundBytes

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WHO’S THE IMPOSTOR! 1:02

4h ago1:02

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IMPOSTER’s a great multi-player online word game that makes you think carefully about what’s real! The post WHO’S THE IMPOSTOR! appeared first on sound*bytes.By SoundBytes

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AVOID BURNOUT WITH AWAKEN! 1:01

4h ago1:01

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Feeling beat? exhausted? AWAKEN’s designed to help you disrupt the chain that leads to burnout! The post AVOID BURNOUT WITH AWAKEN! appeared first on sound*bytes.By SoundBytes

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The Geekbox: Episode 683 1:02:52

2h ago1:02:52

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Wherein we discuss Severance (massive spoilers up through season 2 episode 9!), Gundam Breaker 4, Monster Hunter Wilds, and The Roottrees Are Dead. Starring Ryan Scott, Justin Haywald, and Ryan Higgins.

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89: The 5 Biggest Storytelling Mistakes Fund Managers Make (And How to Fix Them) | Story Snack Series 9:07

4d ago9:07

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You know storytelling is powerful. You’ve heard that facts don’t close deals—feelings do. But when it comes time to talk about yourself, it suddenly feels...awkward. When is the right time to tell a story? And how do you know if you’re sharing too much or sounding too braggy? Listen in as Stacy tackles these questions and breaks down: The #1 storyt…

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RAISE YOUR HORN AND PLAY ALONG! 1:01

4h ago1:01

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Like trumpets and trombones? Want to play or improve? VIRTUAL TRUMPET AND TROMBONE may be just what you need! The post RAISE YOUR HORN AND PLAY ALONG! appeared first on sound*bytes.By SoundBytes

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A YEAR ON YOUR PHONE! 1:00

4h ago1:00

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How much time do you spend on your phone? And what do you spend that time on? TIMEWISE can tell you! The post A YEAR ON YOUR PHONE! appeared first on sound*bytes.By SoundBytes

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BRIGHTEN UP YOUR HEALTH! 1:01

4h ago1:01

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Sunshine can make all the difference to your health and mood … check out SUNSEEK to get more of it! The post BRIGHTEN UP YOUR HEALTH! appeared first on sound*bytes.By SoundBytes

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VISUALIZE YOUR ANALYTICS! 1:01

4h ago1:01

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Make it easy to visualize your analytics thanks to AI — check out LLMATE. The post VISUALIZE YOUR ANALYTICS! appeared first on sound*bytes.By SoundBytes

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KICK UP YOUR VOCABULARY! 0:59

4h ago0:59

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Want to improve your vocabulary — LIBITZER has great new words for you and a natural way to learn them! The post KICK UP YOUR VOCABULARY! appeared first on sound*bytes.By SoundBytes

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88: How to Stand Out (and Win Over Investors) in a Crowded Sea of Fund Managers | Story Snacks Series 10:21

11d ago10:21

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As a boutique, blending in isn’t just a mistake; it’s a death sentence. You don’t need to be BlackRock. You need to own what makes your fund different. But let’s be real: finding your edge—and actually leading with it—can feel like showing up to a black-tie event in your pajamas. Awkward. Exposed. Uncomfortable. That’s why in this Episode, Stacy br…

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44: Rebuilding the World Trade Center, with Tal Kerret 1:01:26

1d ago1:01:26

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Tal Kerret is the President of Silverstein Properties, the company behind the historic rebuilding of the World Trade Center in New York City, and on the board of directors of Fundrise. Tal provides an in-depth look into the challenges and triumphs associated with redeveloping this iconic site, emphasizing its immense logistical complexity, symbolic…

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The Geekbox: Episode 682 1:17:01

8d ago1:17:01

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Wherein we discuss this week's tragic celebrity deaths, Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX, Severance (massive spoilers up through season 2 episode 7!), and the 2025 Academy Awards. Starring Ryan Scott, Justin Haywald, and Ryan Higgins.

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87: People Invest in People | $6B CEO Conor Hoey on Raising Capital Through Relationships 1:01:20

18d ago1:01:20

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Raising capital isn’t about having the perfect pitch deck. And there’s no magic button that makes assets pour in. At the end of the day, it all comes down to one thing: trust. If you want to grow your boutique, you have to build real relationships with investors. Take it from $6B CEO Conor Hoey. He’s spent over a decade raising capital, leading inv…

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86: Objection! Why Investors Say No (and How to Get to Yes) | Story Snacks Series 8:11

25d ago8:11

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Most fund managers panic when investors push back. They freeze. They fumble. And they walk away from capital they almost had. Not because their pitch was bad but because they didn’t know how to handle objections with confidence. In this Episode, Stacy is sharing her best tips for handling push back like a pro. She’s breaking down: Why objections ca…

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The Geekbox: Episode 681 1:44:12

28d ago1:44:12

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Wherein we discuss Captain America: Brave New World, the Fantastic Four: First Steps trailer, Heretic, Nosferatu, The Substance, Metaphor: ReFantazio, Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance, more upcoming Japan visits, and Severance (major spoiler warning for season 2!). Starring Ryan Scott, Adam Fitch, Justin Haywald, and Ryan Higgins.…

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85: Meet Kristof Gleich – President & CIO of $50B Harbor Capital Manager of Boutique Managers 1:11:32

1M ago1:11:32

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Struggling to stand out to allocators? Wondering why your pitch isn’t landing? Kristof Gleich has sat on both sides of the table. Today, he’s the President & CIO of $50B Harbor Capital, but before that? He spent 8+ years leading manager selection at JP Morgan, fielding pitches from managers just like you. In this episode, he and Stacy dive into: Kr…

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84: Meet Amy Volas – Founder of Avenue Talent Partners Startup Executive Recruiters For Hiring Sales Leaders 1:19:35

1M ago1:19:35

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If you’re always chasing investors, hires, or deals… you’re doing it wrong. The most successful boutique founders don’t try to close everyone. They focus on alignment—and that’s exactly what Amy Volas is here to help you master. As a top sales leader turned founder of Avenue Talent Partners, she helps startups hire the right sales leaders. Along th…

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83: Meet Judith MacKenzie - Founder of Downing Fund Managers, the boutique investment arm of $2.5B Downing LLP 54:07

2M ago54:07

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Judith MacKenzie’s path is as unconventional as it is inspiring. She didn’t learn to invest on Wall Street. The lessons that led her to the founder’s seat, running the boutique investment arm of $2.5B Downing LLP, started in her dad’s small news and ice cream shop in the Highlands long before finance was on her radar. In this Episode, she sits down…

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The Geekbox: Episode 680 1:24:13

1M ago1:24:13

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Wherein we discuss Batman: The Last Halloween, Severance (massive spoiler warning through Season 1 Episode 3), the return of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, sitcoms in the 2020s, and Matlock (and other old people shows we're into). Starring Ryan Scott and Ryan Higgins.

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The Geekbox: Episode 679 1:40:50

2M ago1:40:50

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Wherein we discuss Marvel Snap, Marvel Rivals, the Nintendo Switch 2, Elden Ring Nightreign, Farming Simulator 25, Severance, Shogun, Ichi the Killer, our favorite dumb anime, and David Lynch. Starring Ryan Scott and Ryan Higgins, with special guest Josh Epstein.

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43: Sell your tech company for $310M or $30B, with Auren Hoffman 1:00:52

2M ago1:00:52

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As a serial tech entrepreneur, VC investor, and expert in data-driven businesses, Auren Hoffman has been a player in Silicon Valley for nearly 30 years. Auren reflects on the pivotal decisions behind selling LiveRamp, the evolution of data companies, and how AI is reshaping industries. From the lessons learned in entrepreneurship to predictions abo…

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42: The greatest capital broker in the nation, Simon Ziff 43:15

2M ago43:15

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Over his 36-year career, Simon Ziff, President of Ackman-Ziff, has overseen more than $100 billion in transactions and witnessed the dramatic evolution of the real estate industry brought about by the Savings and Loan Crisis. Simon shares his journey from joining Ackman Brothers in the 1980s to seizing the opportunities created by the rise of CMBS …

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The Geekbox: Episode 678 1:19:14

3M ago1:19:14

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Wherein we discuss the 2024 holiday season and Higgins' latest trip to Japan. Starring Ryan Scott and Ryan Higgins.

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41: AI policy under the Trump Administration, with Neil Chilson 51:12

3M ago51:12

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The most important decision President Trump may face is how to regulate artificial intelligence (AI). Neil Chilson, Head of AI Policy at the Abundance Institute, is a policy insider with nearly two decades of experience inside the halls of power. Neil walks us through how to think about the tradeoffs and approaches to capturing the enormous potenti…

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82: The Intersection of Economics and Storytelling with Philippe Gijsels Chief Strategist of BNP Paribas and Co-Author of “The New World Economy in 5 Trends” 1:01:14

3M ago1:01:14

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What if I told you the Chief Strategy Officer of the largest bank in the Eurozone could teach you some ultra-valuable lessons about storytelling, thought leadership, and innovation? You’d probably be surprised, right? I don’t blame you. Even Stacy had her own mental picture of what a “banker” might be like before sitting down with Philippe Gijsels—…

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The Geekbox: Episode 677 1:05:34

3M ago1:05:34

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Wherein we discuss our cyberpunk reality, Higgins' upcoming Japan trip, Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake, Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX (no that is not a typo), the moviegoing experience in 2024, Kraven the Hunter, Pop Culture Jeopardy, 1980s horror movie box art, and the upcoming Christmas holiday. Starring Ran Scott and Ryan Higgins.…

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81: How to Grow Your AUM Without a Big Team or Budget | Story Snacks Series 6:44

3M ago6:44

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In this edition of Story Snacks, Stacy breaks down: Why thought leadership is the ultimate equalizer for smaller funds Her Four A’s Framework for using thought leadership to increase AUM without a big team or budget How to pick the marketing platform that matches your unique skills (and feels doable for you) The biggest mindset trap that keeps fund…

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80: From Multi-Billion Ziff Brothers to $150B Research Affiliates Partner to Wealth Management Founder. Meet Jonathan Treussard, Founder of Treussard Capital 59:07

4M ago59:07

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At 17, Jonathan Treussard hopped on a one-way flight from Paris to LA with dreams of being a musician. He didn’t wind up playing jazz professionally, but he did end up managing billions for some of the world’s wealthiest families. Listen in as Jonathan and Stacy discuss his big pivot from music to finance, plus: The lessons he learned navigating th…

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The Geekbox: Episode 676 1:01:10

4M ago1:01:10

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Wherein we discuss only the most non-boring topics, like investment accounts, Bluesky adoption rate, Google's would-be breakup, getting used to Windows 11, Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake, and the very exciting Legend of Zelda timeline. Starring Ryan Scott and Ryan Higgins.

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79: What Most Fund Managers Overlook When Hiring Marketing Pros | Story Snacks Series 7:39

4M ago7:39

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If you’re like most fund managers, you’re busy serving your current clients—so much so that bringing in new ones feels overwhelming. After all, you’re not a salesperson, and it may even make you a little uncomfortable to hit the pavement and sell your services. Hiring marketing support can help you sidestep that discomfort and bring in more busines…

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78: An Innovative Approach to Investing in the Energy Transition Megatrend | Meet Lisa Audet Founder & CIO, Tall Trees Capital | “Meet the Boutique Series” 51:02

4M ago51:02

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Show Notes: When considering investing in the energy sector, most investors assume there are two paths to pursue: either the traditional fossil fuels route or one aligned with a greener future. Lisa Audet Founder & CIO of Tall Trees Capital believes in a third, better, way: The holistic approach represented by the energy transition, a structural me…

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40: From Bootstrap to Billion-Dollar Business, with Tristan Handy CEO of dbt Labs 47:24

4M ago47:24

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The data revolution is transforming every business in the world, and Tristan Handy sits near the center of it. Starting with a simple idea, he and his team built dbt Labs into a multi-billion-dollar tech company by understanding how technology is changing the world and what that meant for how people should change with it. This episode dives into Tr…

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The Geekbox: Episode 675 1:00:47

4M ago1:00:47

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Wherein we discuss the Twitter exodus, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate, The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket, the Nintendo Alarmo, Super Nintendo World's Donkey Kong Country, theme park ride tolerance, The Penguin, and Three-Face. Starring Ryan Scott and Ryan Higgins.…

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77: Founder/CEO of $1.5B First Ascent (Acquired by GeoWealth), FinServ and Asset Management Luminary. Meet Scott MacKillop 56:52

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Nobody knows what it takes to scale to the top like GEOWealth’s strategic advisor Scott MacKillop —he’s climbed literal mountains AND built some of the most successful TAMPS in the game. In this Episode, Scott and Stacy discuss: His backstory: From dreaming of following his father's footsteps as a lawyer and practicing corporate and securities law …

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76. How to Find the Right Investors When You Have a Brand New Fund | Story Snacks Series 7:34

5M ago7:34

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Not sure how to find investors that are willing to bet on your brand new fund? Stacy’s got you covered. Listen in as she breaks down: How the Rogers Adoption Curve applies to finding the right investors The difference between early adopters (like RIAs & family offices) and late-stage allocators Why targeting late-stage firms leads to dead ends Why …

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The Geekbox: Episode 674 1:13:58

4M ago1:13:58

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Wherein we discuss a bunch of utter nonsense, Halloween-adjacent garbage, video game tomfoolery, and other such junk, because this is a spooky Comedy Button takeover, baby. Starring Ryan Scott, with special guests Brian Altano and Max Scoville.

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39: The Rise of Build-to-Rent: A New Era in Real Estate, with Josh Hartmann CEO of NexMetro 55:13

4M ago55:13

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Build-to-Rent (BTR) may be the biggest innovation in real estate this decade and NexMetro Communities is arguably the originator. Since 2010, NexMetro has been developing BTR projects, with over 55 projects across the U.S., offering cottage-style homes specifically designed for renters. Hartmann provides insight into BTR’s growth, his unique busine…

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