Best Arjun Sharma Podcasts (2024)

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Finding The Winning Edge - Establishing Roles (#033) 22:18

1d ago22:18

22:18

Last time we discussed how as a head coach, entrepreneur, manager, how you can intentionally design your organizational structure. This involved having a single source of authority, a prime directive, and having systems and documentation in place to make clear to everyone in the organization what is expected of them. So if we were to start document…

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Finding The Winning Edge - Organizational Structure (#032) 22:30

8d ago22:30

22:30

We’ve talked a lot about leadership qualities, why working as a team is important, and how to communicate in order to lead a team to overcoming adversity. Now we review how, as a leader, you can intentionally design your organizational structure using the following guidelines: Having a single source of authority Establishing a prime directive Makin…

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Finding The Winning Edge - Head Coach (Part 2) (#031) 20:54

1M ago20:54

20:54

In this episode we continue applying lessons learned about leadership and teamwork to the role of the head coach (or leader of an organization). We talk about how to work with the players on your team, create a decision-making process, manage your time, and increase discipline. Where to listen, subscribe, rate, and review: Apple Podcasts Spotify Ne…

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Finding The Winning Edge - Head Coach (Part 1) (#030) 22:44

1M ago22:44

22:44

In this episode we apply lessons learned about leadership and teamwork to the role of the head coach (or leader of an organization). We talk about teaching, setting the standard, and outlining roles for everyone in the organization. These questions apply far beyond the football field and allow us to think about how we can best communicate and work …

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Finding The Winning Edge - Teamwork (#029) 25:17

2M ago25:17

25:17

In this episode we apply lessons learned about leadership to teamwork. We discuss how leaders can leverage their efforts, why every team's goal is to overcome adversity, and the work that leaders shouldn't be doing. These questions apply far beyond the football field and allow us to think about how we can put our teams in the best place to succeed.…

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Finding The Winning Edge - Leadership (#028) 23:00

2M ago23:00

23:00

In this episode we start where Bill Walsh starts in Finding the Winning Edge, leadership. Why must every leader have a system of beliefs? What qualities do successful leaders embody? What happens if those qualities are lacking? These questions apply far beyond the football field and allow us to think about leadership we encounter in our daily lives…

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Finding The Winning Edge - Preview 4:15

2M ago4:15

4:15

In the season 4 of the 25th Hour Ideas podcast, we explore Bill Walsh's influential book Finding The Winning Edge. Episodes will focus on sections of his book including leadership, competition, and people. We'll take Walsh's principles of 1) having a singular focus on perfection and 2) viewing coaching as teaching and apply them to building a great…

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Ep 17 - Brahman vesh mein arjun ka vivah 9:29

5M ago9:29

9:29

A significant event unfolds in the Mahabharata history as Draupadi, the daughter of Drupad, is handed over to a mysterious stranger chosen by her father. Despite the efforts of Duryodhan and his brothers to claim her, their attempts are futile, leaving everyone puzzled about Draupadi's mysterious husband. As tensions rise, Draupadi announces her de…

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Ep 16 - Draupadi ka swayamvar 9:29

6M ago9:29

9:29

Ashwatthama senses the heat of vengeance from his childhood. He witnessed King Drupad's insult towards his father and was prepared for retaliation for years. Finally, the time came for Drupad's revenge, as he prepared his children, Dhrishtdyumn and Draupadi, to seek vengeance. Ashwatthama, unaware of Drupad's plans, participated in the contest. At …

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Ep 15 - Bheem ki Hidimba 9:19

6M ago9:19

9:19

Ashwatthama's internal struggle amidst the chaos of the Varnawat episode. With uncertainty looming over the fate of the Pandavas, Ashwatthama grapples with conflicting emotions and moral dilemmas. As news of the Pandavas' supposed demise spreads, Ashwatthama is torn between duty and friendship. His loyalty to Duryodhana clashes with his conscience,…

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Ep 14 - Laksha bhavan ki agni 9:55

6M ago9:55

9:55

Ashwatthama had heard of Varnavat but had never seen it. His father never discussed it. When the Pandavas were to visit Varnavat, Ashwatthama was curious. King Dhritrashtra entrusted him with seeing the Pandavas and their mother off, but Ashwatthama didn't inquire about their purpose. Upon returning, he asked his father, who explained that Varnavat…

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Ep 13 - Arjun ka Agni baan 9:51

6M ago9:51

9:51

Ashwatthama's story is marked by significant changes in his thoughts. Initially, he opposed seeking revenge against King Drupad but later felt empathy towards his father when Drupad gave birth to two children in response. He wanted to convey that life doesn't change through revenge but through compromise, which his teacher, Dronacharya, understood.…

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Ep 12 - Drupad ko bandi banane ki Gurudakshina 9:57

7M ago9:57

9:57

Ashwatthama reflects on his rebellious nature and questions his father's adherence to Dronacharya's strategies. Despite his father's loyalty, Ashwatthama's inclination toward dissent surfaces. When Dronacharya sends Pandavas and Kauravas to make King Drupad a captive, Ashwatthama's refusal to follow suit becomes evident. He grapples with the unders…

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Ep 11 - Hasitnapur ki Rajnitik Dushchakra 10:29

7M ago10:29

10:29

Ashwatthama observes the political dynamics in Hastinapur, feeling neither aligned with the Pandavas nor the Kauravas. Witnessing his father's actions towards Karn and Duryodhan, Ashwatthama finds himself drawn closer to them. However, he realizes the underlying tensions between the Pandavas and Kauravas. One day, he has a private conversation with…

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Ep 10 - Karn ka Pakshdhar 9:04

7M ago9:04

9:04

Karn's entry changes the dynamics of the Rangbhoomi in Hastinapur. Duryodhan honors him as the king of Ang desh, altering the color of the battleground. Meanwhile, Ashwatthama, torn between his desire to embrace Karn and avoid displeasing his father Dron, remains seated. A mysterious man approaches Karn, revealing himself as Adhirath, the chariotee…

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Ep 9 - Rambhoomi mein soot-putra Karn 9:06

7M ago9:06

9:06

The Rangbhoomi teemed with people, and Ashwatthama stood alone, contemplating if his skills remained unrecognized due to his Brahmin caste. Arjun's prowess perplexed him. Amidst the chaos, Karn's words resonated with Duryodhan's triumph, bringing a momentary relief to Ashwatthama. Arjun stood astonished by Karn's support. As Karn was crowned king, …

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Ep 8 - Rangmandap ka Satya 10:38

7M ago10:38

10:38

In Hastinapur, Ashwatthama's world shrunk to a handful of people. It was all about the political moves of the royal lineage, filled with conspiracies and a fierce race to outdo one another. Ashwatthama didn't want to engage in this race but desired to show his father, Acharya Dron, that he excelled not just in combat skills but also in strategic kn…

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Ep 7 - Magarmachchh ka bhram 9:38

8M ago9:38

9:38

Acharya Drona never wanted to keep Ashwatthama away from his sight even for a moment. Now, he was being called someone who was excessively attached to his son. While Ashwatthama didn't like his father Drona's principles, he respected them more than himself. He never fell short in serving his father. One day, while sitting alone on the terrace of th…

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Ep 6 - Chakravyuh Gyaan 10:00

8M ago10:00

10:00

The focus is on Ashwatthama's persistent efforts to prove himself superior to Arjun. Observing Arjun's defeats, Dronacharya ends the fights before Arjun's defeat, realizing his son's superior strength and intelligence. This realization remains concealed from Arjun. Arjun discovers Ashwatthama's expertise in breaking the chakravyuh and decides to pr…

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Ep 5-Eklavya ki Gurudakshina 9:54

8M ago9:54

9:54

Every father worries about their child's future, just like Acharya Dron was concerned about his son Ashwatthama. Though Ashwatthama was sensible and honest, his father's actions made him uneasy, even though they were well-intentioned. Ashwatthama admired Arjun's capabilities but sometimes Acharya's preference for Arjun made him uncomfortable. Once,…

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Ep 4 - Eklavya ka kaushal 14:16

8M ago14:16

14:16

Ashwatthama begins his education alongside the princes of Hastinapur. As his father is also his guru, he receives similar attention as the princes do. While the princes enjoy various amenities, Despite his quiet nature and lack of complaints or resentment, he does harbor some discomfort with his father's teachings. During their practice sessions, D…

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Ep 3 - Hastinapur ki yatra 12:14

9M ago12:14

12:14

Ashwatthama, who grew up in a simple life, enters a place full of riches and luxury. He feels overwhelmed by all the grand things around him and misses his old peaceful life. Despite these changes, he stays true to his thoughts. He worries about his father's sadness and wants to make him happy. While wandering in the jungle, Ashwatthama talks to hi…

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Ep 2 - Nirdhanta ka dansh 11:24

9M ago11:24

11:24

The story revolves around Dronacharya, who faced rejection in King Durpad's kingdom where he couldn't even get water. He left with a lesson learned from Drupad, aiming for revenge. When asked about his experience, he got upset. Dronacharya decided to teach everything to his son and seek revenge through him. They left their familiar place without a …

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Ep 1 - Pratishodh ka Janm 13:26

9M ago13:26

13:26

In the intense Kurukshetra battle, Dronacharya, fighting for the Kauravas, causes a lot of damage to the Pandava army. Shrikrishna, known for being truthful, comes up with a plan. Yudhishthir, influenced by Krishna, spreads a false report about Ashwatthama's death, using a half-truth—mentioning the death of an elephant named Ashwatthama. The sound …

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Trailer - Cheeranjivi Ashawattama 0:49

9M ago0:49

0:49

"Cheeranjivi Ashwatthama" is an enthralling Indian mythology podcast that delves into the life and exploits of Ashwatthama, a legendary figure from the ancient Indian epic, the Mahabharata. This podcast presents a unique perspective, portraying Ashwatthama not only as a formidable warrior but also as leading to a journey of revenge that transforms …

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Talking Introspection with Nicholas Conte (#027) 1:14:27

1+ y ago1:14:27

1:14:27

Nicholas Conte has been up to a lot since our last episode two years ago. He’s the first return guest, and the wisdom shared here about being a better coach, teammate, and friend is invaluable. Timestamps: (1:40) What’s changed for us the past two years (6:50) Perspective on coaching (10:16) What keeps players and teams from reaching their potentia…

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Talking Relationship Building with Tarun Sharma (#026) 48:23

1+ y ago48:23

48:23

Tarun Sharma is a lawyer, early member of the Conduct Detrimental team, co-host of two podcasts, co-founder of the NIL clinic at the University of Minnesota Law School, and so much more. I loved hearing from Tarun about joining the Conduct Detrimental team, his passion for sports and sports law, relationship building, and a phenomenal success story…

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Talking Data with Arjun Menon (#025) 45:09

1+ y ago45:09

45:09

Arjun Menon is another rising star in the football analytics community. He’s a research and development intern at Pro Football Focus, co-host of the Take the Points podcast, a prominent contributor to football analytics Twitter, an honorable mention at the 2023 Big Data Bowl... and he’s still in college. I learned a lot from Arjun during this conve…

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Talking Data with Tej Seth (#024) 41:47

1+ y ago41:47

41:47

Tej Seth is a rising star in the football analytics community. He’s the newest data scientist at SumerSports, a prominent contributor to football analytics Twitter, and his group was recognized as an honorable mention at the 2023 Big Data Bowl. I learned a lot from Tej during this conversation about how to think about data, what he looks for when w…

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Talking Discipline with Andrew Petcash (#023) 46:01

1+ y ago46:01

46:01

Andrew Petcash is a rising star in the sports business world. A former D1 college basketball player, he’s the founder of Profluence and a thought leader in breaking down the business of athletes and sports. I learned a lot from Andrew during this conversation about content creation, discipline, consistency, and building a brand from scratch. Timest…

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The Best IVF Centre in Punjab – Why It’s the Best Choice for You? 7:23

2y ago7:23

7:23

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=izO_9fkgzPo In this podcast, you will get to know about the best IVF centre in Punjab. And our expert doctor, named Dr Sumita Sofat will give you answers to your all questions regarding IVF and also give you the best consultation for that couple who are going through this face.…

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Talking Baseball with Matt Tenuta (#022) 1:44:04

2y ago1:44:04

1:44:04

A surprise bonus episode! Matt Tenuta is currently having a great season in the Mexican League for the Mariachis de Guadalajara, and we recorded this episode shortly before the season started. This is a fantastic conversation where I learned a lot from Matt about best and worst practices from various organizations, the importance of having a short …

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Talking Principles with Robert Williams (#021) 57:08

2+ y ago57:08

57:08

This is a terrific episode to close out season 2. Robert Williams has nearly a decade of experience in the Navy and is currently serving as a Naval Officer, with previous roles including operations and flight instruction. I learned a lot from Robert about leadership, time management, connecting with people, team building, and plenty more. These les…

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Talking Investing with Vinny (#020) 49:39

2+ y ago49:39

49:39

This was a collaborative project with my friend Vincent. Vincent started The Investment Club YouTube channel in August of 2020 and has since been regularly posting videos on stock analysis, personal finance, and investment basics. This was a highly entertaining, and illuminating, conversation that helped demystify several financial concepts. Discla…

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Talking Discourse with Jonathan Stern (#019) 44:48

2+ y ago44:48

44:48

Jonathan Stern is the Co-founder of Pairagraph, a platform for written dialogue between pairs of individuals. They have already hosted over 100 dialogues, with contributors like Howard Marks, Balaji Srinivasan, Joe Lonsdale, Robert Shiller, and Russ Roberts. This is a fantastic conversation where I learned a lot from Jonathan about the state of dis…

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Talking Startups with Joe Chin and Sam Pigott (#018) 45:55

3y ago45:55

45:55

Joe Chin and Sam Pigott, Co-Founders of Sparrow, are serial entrepreneurs who developed an app that is "golf improvement in your pocket." With Sparrow, all you need is a phone in order to improve your golf swing with instant feedback. During this conversation I learned a lot from Joe and Sam about starting a business, creating something scalable, t…

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Talking Sports Law with Stephanie Weissenburger (#017) 1:02:23

3y ago1:02:23

1:02:23

Stephanie Weissenburger is a recent law school graduate now working at the law firm Geragos & Geragos, and she also plays a key role in the growth and success of Conduct Detrimental, the premier sports law podcast and blog. Stephanie’s work is always ahead of the curve, whether it’s reporting on the Cleveland Guardians name change or the lawsuit be…

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Talking Peak Performance with David Karasek (#016) 54:39

3y ago54:39

54:39

David Karasek is a coach, founder and CEO, who also happens to be a former Olympic swimmer, multiple record holder, and graduate of the University of Virginia. This is a wide ranging conversation about when spirituality meets peak performance, the power of the subconscious mind, the pros and cons of motivation, and how often we should think about w…

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Talking Fundraising with Steve Novak (#015) 42:36

3+ y ago42:36

42:36

Steve Novak is currently a Senior Philanthropic Advisor for Boston College. He's spent the past 21 years working in fundraising for BC after starting as an intern. This conversation covers not only fundraising but economics, finance, college athletics, and why people and relationships are of the utmost importance. Grab your notebook because this ep…

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Talking Accountability with Micah Kiser (#014) 53:04

3+ y ago53:04

53:04

Micah Kiser is going into his 4th season as a middle linebacker for the Los Angeles Rams. He won the Campbell Trophy in 2017, he was an Academic All-American at UVA, and was twice named to the First Team All-ACC. He’s taught me a lot about football over the years, and he’s already overcome several setbacks in the NFL with persistence and determinat…

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Talking Organization Building with Dan Hatman (#013) 1:31:28

3+ y ago1:31:28

1:31:28

This conversation really made me think. Dan Hatman has a wealth of experience as a scout, coach, and student of football. His paper on all things related to NFL general managers is a fantastic resource. In this conversation he talks about economics as it relates to football, improving the talent pool for general managers, and best practices regardi…

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Talking Life, In Theory with Adam Harstad (#012) 2:18:40

3+ y ago2:18:40

2:18:40

Adam Harstad is a phenomenal thinker. Over the past couple of years I've seen him distill complex ideas from several disciplines and apply them to fantasy football. This episode covers interesting frameworks that transcend football, including risk homeostasis, second-order thinking, resource allocation, and many more. You can find a collection of h…

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Talking Systems with Canaan Severin (#011) 58:07

3+ y ago58:07

58:07

Canaan Severin is not only one of the greatest WRs in UVA history, but he's also a film writer and director. He just released his first film "Lean In" earlier this month. Since graduating from Virginia, Canaan spent time in the NFL with the Steelers and Giants. In this episode he shares stories from his football career about systems, habits, the im…

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Talking Living Résumé with Henry Coley (#010) 49:09

3+ y ago49:09

49:09

Henry “The Hammer” Coley was a leader of the 2014 Virginia Cavaliers. I’ve always wanted to ask him about leadership, his approach to learning the game, and how his skills have translated to life after football. Since graduating with his Master’s, Henry spent time in the NFL before becoming a consultant and entrepreneur. Henry is a leader everywher…

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Talking Mindset with Nicholas Conte (#009) 1:09:18

3+ y ago1:09:18

1:09:18

Nicholas Conte, specialists coach at VMI and decorated former UVA punter, teaches a masterful lesson on mindset and achieving high performance. This transcends football. Our conversation spans the mental side of playing and training, the role of specialists in games and practice, proper nutrition, and Conte’s journey from UVA to VMI and one day soo…

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Talking Analytics with Alex Stern (#008) 46:33

3+ y ago46:33

46:33

Alex is currently working towards his Master's in Data Science at the University of Virginia. Not only has he been working for the UVA football team in an analytical capacity, but he also presented his own research at the NFL's Big Data Bowl in 2020. I came across his paper and was eager to reach out to him. Our discussion covers the deficiencies o…

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Talking Entrepreneurship with Chris Saave (#007) 55:27

3+ y ago55:27

55:27

Chris Saave is an entrepreneur I’ve been fortunate to see in action the past few years. We cover his thoughts on starting a business, the importance of learning, finding hidden knowledge, and how to take risks. Many of these lessons have helped me along my entrepreneurial journey. Chris has certainly stepped his game up with his latest venture, Mee…

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Talking Leadership with Matt Johns (#006) 49:03

3+ y ago49:03

49:03

Who better to ask about leadership than the person who started the most games at quarterback while I was at UVA? Matt Johns, currently the quarterbacks coach at William & Mary, loves football. His actions and words have always been in alignment, and that's just one of the many lessons I've learned from him over the years. If you enjoy the episode, …

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Talking Commitment with Jackson Matteo (#005) 1:03:31

3+ y ago1:03:31

1:03:31

This conversation with Jackson Matteo is special. We cover his time at Virginia chronologically, from walk-on to graduate assistant coach, and examine how our relationship evolved along the way. I have learned so much from Jackson about commitment, discipline, and total effort. Jackson is currently working on his dissertation, and he explains why h…

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Talking Consistency with Sean Cascarano (#004) 1:04:46

4y ago1:04:46

1:04:46

When you're part of a team, consistency is an invaluable trait. Sean Cascarano has that trait in spades. Sean is currently an Assistant Coach at Cornell where he coaches the offensive line. He's consistently been dedicated to his team and to teaching the fundamentals. In this episode we discuss lessons Sean learned from coaching at multiple college…

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