Best Dan Shade Podcasts (2025)

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Would you have wanted Steve Jobs's life? (Famous & Gravy cross-post) 1:07:33

3h ago1:07:33

1:07:33

A guest episode from Famous & Gravy. On each episode, host Michael Osborne and guests look at the life of a famous dead celebrity and ask themselves if it's a life they would've wanted. The show gets into all sorts of things you will not in that person's official obituary or biography. I'm a fan. Here's how they describe today's episode: This perso…

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Darius Classic | My #1 Advice for Building a Dream Client List 22:14

11m ago22:14

22:14

What if the key to unlocking your biggest opportunities wasn’t in the size of your audience—but in the conversations you choose to have? In this solo episode, Darius Mirshahzadeh pulls back the curtain on one of his best-kept secrets: how to use a podcast to build powerful relationships, expand your network, and land your dream clients—without chas…

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398 | Preston Smiles | Spiritual Millionaire - Amplify Your Life through Love, Self-Worth and Abundance 1:06:31

2d ago1:06:31

1:06:31

Are you ready to confront the stories you tell yourself and step into your fullest potential? In this episode of The Greatness Machine, Preston Smiles shares his journey of personal growth, from navigating childhood challenges to becoming a world-renowned coach and thought leader. He opens up about the patterns he had to unlearn, including addictiv…

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Weekly Rundown Ep. 150: Gachiakuta & Sanda Finales! One Piece Season 1 Almost Over! 1:21:28

1d ago1:21:28

1:21:28

This is the Fall 2025 Rundown, where we discuss these 3 shows! 1) Gachiakuta Season 1 2) Sanda Season 1 3) One Piece: Egghead Arc To join the Discord, follow us on our socials (we're on Threads / Insta, Twitter (X) & Bluesky ): https://Linktree.com/animedegens The Degen Videos are on YouTube & Spotify now! So, Make sure you follow and like the vide…

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Deck the halls with goals of Ollie 1:54:40

2d ago1:54:40

1:54:40

Christmas special time! We recap a not very Christmassy FA Trophy exit at Clitheroe, an early gift from Truro, and consider what the New Year might bring including some tricky upcoming games. There's also plenty of Yuletide nonsense in talking points. Timings: 04:30 Discussion of Clitheroe 1-1 York City (Clitheroe won 4-3 on penalties) 28:56 Discus…

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E34: Michael Scarpati: Rethinking Retirement For The Rest Of Us 36:27

3d ago36:27

36:27

For too long, retirement planning and independent fiduciary financial advice have felt reserved for the top 1 to 2 percent. In this episode of Fortunes of the Brave, Mary Kathryn Johnson sits down with Michael Scarpati, CEO and co founder of Retire.us, to unpack how technology and true fiduciary financial planning can finally open the doors for eve…

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TGM Classic | Darius Foroux | The Stoic Path to Wealth: Ancient Wisdom for Enduring Prosperity 52:19

4d ago52:19

52:19

In our pursuit of wealth, what lessons can we learn from stoicism? Darius Foroux, an investor, entrepreneur, blogger, podcast host, and writer, examines how to achieve lasting wealth and personal fulfillment by exploring stoicism's timeless wisdom. His newest book, The Stoic Path to Wealth: Ancient Wisdom for Enduring Prosperity, serves as a practi…

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AI Was The Story of the Year 52:19

3d ago52:19

52:19

Jeff and Rebecca talk about how the story of the year in books was that there really wasn't a story. Except the big one. AI. Plus, NBCC longlists, getting boomers off slop, recent reading, and more. Follow the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. Subscribe to The Book Riot Newsletter for regular updates to get the most out of your reading …

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Introducing: This Life of Mine (feat. Michael Bublé) 40:46

5d ago40:46

40:46

From his late-night TV show to Carpool Karaoke, James Corden has become known globally as one of the most engaging and delightful interviewers in the entertainment world -- and with his breadth of work across TV, film and stage, he has met so many incredible people whom he now gets the opportunity to spend more time with. In this episode, James sit…

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230. The Galaxy’s Worst Traffic Jam - The Road to 500 Worlds 1:34:44

5d ago1:34:44

1:34:44

Send us a text Cheers very much to J TO THE A TO THE T THAT’S ME of APPLE PODCASTS UK fame for giving us a lovely 5 STAR REVIEW. You are the best of peoples, and we appreciate your support. Thank you! Please consider supporting LOOK OUT, SIR! on PATREON, which occasionally features fancy EXCLUSIVE CONTENT: https://www.patreon.com/lookoutsir40k We a…

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The Books We Missed in 2025 [Teaser] 7:17

6d ago7:17

7:17

This is a bonus preview of our ⁠⁠⁠Patreon-only⁠⁠⁠ episode in which Jeff and Rebecca talked about the books they wanted to read but didn't, they want to read and might still, they definitely are OK not reading, and other subtleties of which books went unread in 2025. To listen to the full episode and all previous bonus content, ⁠⁠⁠become a Patreon m…

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Whiskey Web and Whatnot: Drinking In the Future of Podcasting | Dan's Guest Spot on WWW 51:19

7d ago51:19

51:19

This week I'm the guest and my friends at Whiskey Web and Whatnot are the hosts. And they're great hosts, because they send their guests a bottle of whiskey before talking web and whatnot... As we head into the holidays I hope you'll raise a glass with us and enjoy this very laid back episode... Chuck and Robbie hosted me a year ago and I love that…

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397 | How to Be A Strong Person (Part 2) 29:47

7d ago29:47

29:47

What if real strength isn’t about power or dominance, but about generosity, courage, and who you stand up for when no one’s watching? In this episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius Mirshahzadeh continues his series on How to Be a Strong Person, focusing on two defining traits: giving more than you take and standing up for the little guy. Darius c…

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Anime Degens Ep. 149: Finding The Best New Winter 2026 Anime W/ The 950 Club Podcast!? 2:19:39

6d ago2:19:39

2:19:39

On the last Degen episode, we took a look at the winter season, but we spent a lot of time on the sequels since it has a lot of quality, top-tier sequels coming out! Because of that, I decided I wanted to revisit the winter season again and focus only on the new shows that are coming. But I couldn’t do it alone, so I had Jamaal from the 950 Club Po…

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The Best of the Rest of 2025 [Teaser] 6:06

7d ago6:06

6:06

This is a bonus preview of our ⁠⁠Patreon-only⁠⁠ episode in which Jeff and Rebecca talk about their favorite non-book things of 2025. To listen to the full episode and all previous bonus content, ⁠⁠become a Patreon member here⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Book Riot

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UPDATED - Our Favorite Books of 2025 1:49:27

8d ago1:49:27

1:49:27

Jeff and Rebecca list their favorite books of the year, and then are joined by a series of Book Riot editors to share their picks: Kelly Jensen, Danika Ellis, Erica Ezefedi, Sharifah Williams, and Vanessa Diaz. Follow the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. Subscribe to The Book Riot Newsletter for regular updates to get the most out of y…

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396 | Jennifer K. Hill | Decoding What Truly Drives People in Work and Life 1:08:45

9d ago1:08:45

1:08:45

What really drives people to succeed, and how can understanding it transform your teams and relationships? In this episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius sits down with Jennifer Hill, author, entrepreneur, and co-founder of OptiMatch. Jennifer dives into the science of human motivation and connection, explaining how her OptiMatch system measures …

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Weekly Rundown Ep. 149: The Cleaners Got Them Shades On! Puberty, Robot-kun & Joy Boy. 1:27:20

8d ago1:27:20

1:27:20

This is the Fall 2025 Rundown, where we discuss these 3 shows! 1) Gachiakuta Season 1 2) Sanda Season 1 3) One Piece: Egghead Arc To join the Discord, follow us on our socials (we're on Threads / Insta, Twitter (X), Bluesky / Hive and Tumblr): https://Linktree.com/animedegens The Degen Videos are on YouTube & Spotify now! So, Make sure you follow a…

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E33: Dan Egan: The Behavior That Builds Wealth 37:15

10d ago37:15

37:15

Mary Katherine Johnson sits down with Dan Egan, VP of Behavioral Finance & Investing at Betterment, to decode how our habits, narratives, and timing drive financial outcomes more than hot tips ever will. Dan explains why success comes from matching risk to time horizon, building automatic systems that spare your willpower, using tax-aware prompts (…

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TGM Classic | Oz Pearlman | America's Got Talent Finalist Reveals the Real Magic Behind Mentalism 46:52

11d ago46:52

46:52

How do you go from corporate finance to the bright lights of America's Got Talent? To make the leap from the structured corporate world to the dazzling stage of America's Got Talent, you must shift your mindset and pursue a passion relentlessly. In Oz Pearlman's case, the journey was more than abandoning spreadsheets and boardrooms; it was about em…

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The 2025 Read Harder Challenge, How Publishing People Feel about Publishing, and more 57:02

12d ago57:02

57:02

Jeff and Rebecca talk about Book Riot's 2025 Read Harder Challenge, PW's 2025 Salary & Job Survey, a new Gen Z book club, and resurrect the spirit of Annotated for a very cool story about the women who invented the audiobook. Follow the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. Subscribe to The Book Riot Newsletter for regular updates to get th…

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229. Imotekh vs. Management - The Road to 500 Worlds 2:19:54

12d ago2:19:54

2:19:54

Send us a text Please consider supporting LOOK OUT, SIR! on PATREON, which occasionally features fancy EXCLUSIVE CONTENT: https://www.patreon.com/lookoutsir40k We also have MERCHANDISE available to purchase from Rev-Level: https://www.rev-level.com/lookoutsir40k LOOK OUT, SIR!’S SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS: • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lookoutsir/ •…

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Startup Funding Is Weird Right Now: Carta's Head of Insights on AI's Impact | The Startup Podcast (cross-post) 1:06:10

14d ago1:06:10

1:06:10

Looking to fund your startup? If you're new to the process, fundraising can be difficult to navigate. Not only are there a myriad of ways to go about it, but it can be hard to tell whether the tips, tricks, and advice floating around are based on any evidence at all. [This week, I'm turning the mic over to my friends at The Startup Podcast. featuri…

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Darius Classic | 11 Things To Do To Live Your Best Life 21:27

14d ago21:27

21:27

What if the secret to a fulfilled life was as simple as following a set of care instructions — not for a product, but for yourself? In this solo episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius Mirshahzadeh shares powerful reflections on what it means to care for yourself and live wholeheartedly. Inspired by a simple yet profound list of "care instructions…

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So, How's the Hamnet Adaptation? 58:47

15d ago58:47

58:47

Rebecca sits down with Vanessa Diaz to discuss the adaptation of Hamnet, in wide theatrical release this week. They talk about the film as a standalone piece of art, how it works as an adaptation, the key differences between the book and the movie, and how to tell if it's for you. Follow the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. Subscribe t…

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395 | Debra Silverman | I Don't Believe in Astrology: A Therapist's Guide to the Life-Changing Wisdom of the Stars 59:32

16d ago59:32

59:32

Is your life guided by choice… or by your cosmic design? In this episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius sits down with world-renowned astrologer and psychotherapist Debra Silverman to explore how astrology, psychology, and past-life patterns intersect to shape who we are today. Debra shares how discovering astrology at a young age set her on a pa…

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Weekly Rundown Ep. 148: Giant Kaiju, First Kisses & Freedom. 1:19:41

15d ago1:19:41

1:19:41

This is the Fall 2025 Rundown, where we discuss these 3 shows! 1) Gachiakuta Season 1 2) Sanda Season 1 3) One Piece: Egghead Arc To join the Discord, follow us on our socials (we're on Threads / Insta, Twitter (X), Bluesky / Hive and Tumblr): https://Linktree.com/animedegens The Degen Videos are on YouTube & Spotify now! So, Make sure you follow a…

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E32: Nick Malouin: From Chaos to Clarity: How Innovators Turn Uncertainty Into Action 37:03

17d ago37:03

37:03

Mary Katherine Johnson welcomes Nick Malouin, Senior Strategy Director at Electric Innovation, to unpack how innovation strategy turns ambiguity into action. From Capgemini to Electric, Nick has spent a decade taking ideas from insight to in-market—bridging hard data with human truth so teams can build products people actually want. He breaks down …

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TGM Classic | Dave Lamont | Growing from 0 to $300M in Revenue 39:46

18d ago39:46

39:46

What does it take to transform a single business purchase into a $300 million enterprise? Creating a $300 million enterprise from a single business purchase requires both strategic vision and effective management. Dave Lamont's journey exemplifies the key elements necessary for such a transformation. As the CEO of Renfrew Business Group and preside…

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Goodreads Choice Winners, NYT 10 Best, and Spotify Wrapped for Audiobooks 58:44

18d ago58:44

58:44

Jeff and Rebecca talk about the Goodreads Choice Winners, the NYT's 10 Best of the Year, NPR's excellent year-end round-up before talking to Katie del Rosario of Spotify about the year in audiobooks and Spotify's Audiobooks Wrapped. Follow the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. Subscribe to The Book Riot Newsletter for regular updates to…

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228. Coal in the Grotmas Stocking 1:22:17

19d ago1:22:17

1:22:17

Send us a text Please consider supporting LOOK OUT, SIR! on PATREON, which occasionally features fancy EXCLUSIVE CONTENT: https://www.patreon.com/lookoutsir40k We also have MERCHANDISE available to purchase from Rev-Level: https://www.rev-level.com/lookoutsir40k LOOK OUT, SIR!’S SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS: • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lookoutsir/ •…

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How to Grow Your Startup. Featuring “Growth Levers and How to Find Them” Author and Startup Advisor Matt Lerner (Founder & CEO, SYSTM) | Rebroadcast 33:33

21d ago33:33

33:33

“So if you take any great startup and look backwards, you'll see that 90 percent of their growth came from like 10 percent of the stuff that they tried. So how do you find that 10 percent as quickly as possible?” Matt Lerner has advised hundreds of startups on how to grow. Now, the CEO of SYSTM has written a book called Growth Levers and How to Fin…

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394 | How to Be A Strong Person (Part 1) 22:38

21d ago22:38

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What if real strength isn’t about power or control, but about how safe other people feel in your presence? In this solo episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius introduces the first part of a new series on what it truly means to be a strong person. Reflecting on conversations with family and insights from his upcoming work, he explores why strength…

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Anime Degens Ep. 147: So Many Quality Sequels.. The Degens Winter 2026 Preview 1:23:45

20d ago1:23:45

1:23:45

On this week’s Anime Degens Podcast, the boys take a look at the upcoming Winter 2026 anime season! It’s a super sequel heavy lineup this time around, but we still found a couple new shows that look pretty fun too. How are y’all feeling about winter? How many shows y'all got lined up already? Anything new catching your eye? Let us know in the Youtu…

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Nifty shades of Grey 1:53:20

21d ago1:53:20

1:53:20

Six wins on the bounce, top scorers in England - everything's coming up York City. Will Ben & Simon still find something to complain about? Find out in another exciting instalment of Same Old City! Vote for Same Old City as best non-league podcast of 2025: https://nonleaguebible.weebly.com/podcast.html Timings: 02:31 Non-League Bible best podcast o…

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2025 It Books Scorekeeping and December New Releases 55:26

22d ago55:26

55:26

Jeff and Rebecca look back on their It Books selections from 2025 to see what they got right and wrong. But first, take a look at a pretty uninspiring slate of December new releases. Follow the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. Subscribe to The Book Riot Newsletter for regular updates to get the most out of your reading life. The Book R…

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393 | Andre Norman | From Prison to Purpose: A Journey of Redemption and Transformation 1:00:07

23d ago1:00:07

1:00:07

What does it take to turn a life of chaos into one of purpose and impact? In this episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius sits down with Andre Norman, author, speaker, and transformational leader whose journey from maximum-security prison to Harvard University is nothing short of extraordinary. Andre opens up about the pivotal moments that changed…

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Weekly Rundown Ep. 147: Enjin Is Onto Riyo, Gear 5 Is Back & Granny Brings Black Santa To Town! 1:28:48

22d ago1:28:48

1:28:48

This is the Fall 2025 Rundown, where we discuss these 3 shows! 1) Gachiakuta Season 1 2) Sanda Season 1 3) One Piece: Egghead Arc To join the Discord, follow us on our socials (we're on Threads / Insta, Twitter (X), Bluesky / Hive and Tumblr): https://Linktree.com/animedegens The Degen Videos are on YouTube & Spotify now! So, Make sure you follow a…

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E31: Janice Shade: How Community Capital Moves Money from Wall Street to Main Street 44:28

24d ago44:28

44:28

Community capital, crowdfunding, and local investing take center stage in this episode of Fortunes of the Brave. Systems entrepreneur and financial innovator Janice Shade, co-founder of Milk Money Vermont and founder of Capital Innovation Lab and Fundamenta, joins host Lance Woodson to unpack how everyday people can invest in the small businesses t…

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TGM Classic | Oksana Esberard | Mastering Mindfulness with Breathwork and Meditation to Create Your Ideal Life 1:05:52

25d ago1:05:52

1:05:52

Burnout and stress seem like inevitable companions of success in today's fast-paced world. But what if there was a way to navigate the entrepreneurial roller coaster with greater ease and resilience? Meditation and mindfulness are ancient practices that have tremendous benefits on well-being and performance in the modern business landscape. Oksana …

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The 2025 Holiday Recommendation Show, Part 2 1:01:31

25d ago1:01:31

1:01:31

Jeff and Rebecca wrap up the 2025 Holiday Recommendations. Follow the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. Subscribe to The Book Riot Newsletter for regular updates to get the most out of your reading life. The Book Riot Podcast is a proud member of the Airwave Podcast Network. Discussed in this episode: Check out Zero to Well-Read! The Bo…

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227. Leviathan 4: Devour Harder - The Road to 500 Worlds 1:59:17

26d ago1:59:17

1:59:17

Send us a text In EPISODE TWO HUNDRED TWENTY-SEVEN (227) of the LOOK OUT, SIR! 40K PODCAST, “LEVIATHAN 4: DEVOUR HARDER”, Dan and Phil discuss the various events of the 4th Tyrannic War as told in the pages of both the Leviathan 40K Rulebook and the Tyrannic War 40K Crusade book. This episode marks the first instalment of our “THE ROAD TO 500 WORLD…

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Darius Classic | Where Your Attention Goes Your Energy Flows 24:21

28d ago24:21

24:21

Ever feel like your life is overflowing—with tasks, possessions, or even relationships? In this episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius Mirshahzadeh unpacks a game-changing lesson from Dandapani, a Hindu priest and former monk, on attention management and the true cost of clutter. From cleaning out his closet to evaluating friendships and business…

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Thanksgiving Special: "What is my actual impact on society?" Legendary technologist Kelsey Hightower on the power we all have 13:36

28d ago13:36

13:36

** I'd be so grateful if you'd take five minutes and answer our annual survey. It'll help me make the show better for you! ** Hey folks, it's Thanksgiving weekend here in the US and it's the time of year when we think about what we're grateful for, so today I'm re-sharing some words from perhaps the most grateful person I've ever had on the show. K…

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Featuring: Julia Gets Wise with Ruth Reichl 59:19

29d ago59:19

59:19

Because Thanksgiving is basically Ruth Reichl season (the holy trinity of food, family, and feelings) we’re serving you a special episode of Julia Louis-Dreyfus' lovely conversation with her from Season 1 of Wiser Than Me. On this episode of Wiser Than Me, Julia gets enlightened by 77-year-old food writer, magazine editor, and author Ruth Reichl. F…

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The 2025 Holiday Recommendation Show, Part 1 52:59

30d ago52:59

52:59

Jeff and Rebecca are back with another holiday recommendation show. Part 2 coming on Monday. Follow the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. Subscribe to The Book Riot Newsletter for regular updates to get the most out of your reading life. The Book Riot Podcast is a proud member of the Airwave Podcast Network. Discussed in this episode: C…

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392 | Eric Farewell | Rebuilding Yourself and Your Business on a Foundation of Meaning 1:12:27

1M ago1:12:27

1:12:27

What happens when you strip away titles, ego, and identity and choose to build a business and a life rooted in purpose instead? In this powerful episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius sits down with entrepreneur, coach, and aviation innovator Eric Farewell for a deeply honest conversation about identity, business, loss, self-worth, leadership, an…

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Weekly Rundown Ep. 146: Driving Fast & the 3 R’s? Murder & First Kisses? Who Cares… So Anyway, I Started Blasting… 1:05:56

1M ago1:05:56

1:05:56

This is the Fall 2025 Rundown, where we discuss these 3 shows! 1) Gachiakuta Season 1 2) Sanda Season 1 3) One Piece: Egghead Arc To join the Discord, follow us on our socials (we're on Threads / Insta, Twitter (X), Bluesky / Hive and Tumblr): https://Linktree.com/animedegens The Degen Videos are on YouTube & Spotify now! So, Make sure you follow a…

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E30: Chad Hufford: Dare to Be Different: The Blueprint for Abundance 37:45

1M ago37:45

37:45

Mary Katherine Johnson welcomes Chad Hufford, Founder & Financial Planner at Veritas Wealth Management, for a refreshingly human conversation about building wealth you'll actually want to live with. Chad argues we're wired for scarcity and crowd-following—great for survival, terrible for long-term freedom—so real progress starts with mindset, meani…

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A Special Listen: Julia Gets Wise with Roz Chast 1:12:02

1M ago1:12:02

1:12:02

On the latest episode of Wiser Than Me, Julia Louis-Dreyfus sits down with 70-year-old New Yorker cartooning legend Roz Chast, whose humor and unforgettable illustrations Julia has adored for decades. They dive into Roz’s anxieties, obsessions, and the worldview behind her award-winning memoir “Can’t We Talk About Something More Pleasant?” Roz chat…

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