Hi, I'm Georgiana — creator of the Speak English Now podcast and founder of SpeakEnglishPodcast.com. With over 40 million downloads worldwide, this podcast has helped English learners around the globe speak confidently and fluently. Since 2011, I've been teaching English using proven techniques like mini-stories and point-of-view lessons — methods that help you speak naturally, without memorizing grammar rules or relying on textbooks. I speak clearly and at a slow, natural pace, making it ea ...
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What Should I Read Next? is the show for every reader who has ever finished a book and faced the problem of not knowing what to read next. Each week, Anne Bogel, of the blog Modern Mrs Darcy, interviews a reader about the books they love, the books they hate, and the books they're reading now. Then, she makes recommendations about what to read next. The real purpose of the show is to help YOU find your next read. To learn more or apply to be on the show visit whatshouldireadnextpodcast.com.
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Little Learners on the Go is the go-to resource for parents and educators who are passionate about the development and wellbeing of children. We also have episodes specifically geared toward fostering your child's imagination, self-esteem and social-emotional well being. This premier podcast is hosted by Tanya Lofty, a wife, mother, and educator with over 18 years of experience working with children and their families. Join Tanya and her panel of expert guests as they address the most releva ...
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This podcast is for English learners who want to practice their listening comprehension in a natural way. In each episode, an American speaker talks about different topics without reading a script. He speaks in a natural way, with native words and phrases, but he speaks a little more slowly and clearly than other native speakers. Each episode includes the transcript, which you can use to help you understand the speaker. If you want my advanced podcast episodes and my specialized training, th ...
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The Greatness Machine is on a Quest to Maximize the Human Experience! Join Award Winning CEO and Author, Darius Mirshahzadeh (pron. Mer-shaw-za-day), as he interviews some of the greatest minds in the world―turning their wisdom and experience into learnings and advice you can use in your life so that you can level up and create greatness. Join Darius as he goes deep with guests like: Moby, Seth Godin, Gabby Reece, Amanda Knox, UFC Ring Announcer Bruce Buffer, Former FBI Negotiator Chris Voss ...
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This podcast is for the littlest of learners! Summer stories with the St. Paul Book Corner From July-August, a staff member or volunteer selects and reads a preschool-aged story from the Book Corner to kids. Tune in each week to hear the story read aloud! St. Paul's favorite little bird shares little bird stories just for kids...or kids at heart. Take a journey through the Bible with the little bird who was a witness to Jesus and his life. Hosted by Pastor Sara Olson-Smith and featuring lots ...
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Hey, lifelong learners and lovers of life! We’re Anu & Ololade — a couple passionate about living intentionally and growing together. Let’s Toast to Life is where we have honest, wholesome conversations about self-improvement, relationships, and faith. What began as Ololade’s passion project is now our shared space to reflect, laugh, and learn out loud. If you’re into real talk, life lessons, and some good loving, hit follow and join us on the journey. Let’s toast… to life! Have some feedbac ...
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The Wednesday Call with Andy Albright is a weekly program that is designed to help you grow and improve in business and life. Through simple yet effective teaching principles, Andy Albright helps people move from where they are to where they want to be in as little time as possible. If you are looking for an opportunity to change your life for the better, The Wednesday Call should be part of your weekly schedule. Through this show, Andy reveals all of his business and live strategies to help ...
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In this episode, let's say the days of the week in English and Spanish.
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Little Bird and Jesus: Little Bird, Mary, and Joseph go to Bethlehem
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12:10This week, Little Bird is off on her longest journey yet, flapping her little wings all the way to Bethlehem. Little Bird, Mary, and Joseph find comfort and support in a very unlikely place.By St. Paul Lutheran Church
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TGM Classic | Darius Foroux | The Stoic Path to Wealth: Ancient Wisdom for Enduring Prosperity
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52:19In 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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English Phrasal Verbs - Cash In On, Catch On
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18:24Get my training and advanced episodes: https://www.patreon.com/listeningtime US Conversations: https://www.patreon.com/USConversations Transcript: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1W24LAAq6QNhNICEAQHM3dbuabbaNCCpI/view?usp=sharingBy Sonoro | Conner Pe
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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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#366 Christmas Traditions in the USA 2025
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18:34Merry Christmas, everyone! Hey there! Welcome back to the podcast. I'm really happy you're here today. Christmas is a special time in the United States. But here's something interesting: people don't celebrate Christmas the same way everywhere. In today's episode, let's look at some fun and unusual Christmas traditions from different parts of the U…
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396 | Jennifer K. Hill | Decoding What Truly Drives People in Work and Life
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1:08:45What 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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Ep 507: Our team recaps our 2025 reading year
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1:01:35As we wrap up our ninth year together, Anne invites our What Should I Read Next? team members to join her and share insight into what the past twelve months have meant in each of their reading lives. This episode borrows from a long-time tradition on Modern Mrs Darcy, the blog where every year Anne asks herself what worked and what didn't. Our team…
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The Check-In We All Need — How Is Your Love Walk Going?
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32:22Why is it easier to love only people who love us back? In this episode, we take an honest check-in on our love walk—how we show up when love is inconvenient, unreciprocated, or requires more emotional effort. We also discussed how social media could make us insensitive to the needs of others and what intentional love looks like in practice. Have a …
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Little Bird and Jesus: Little Bird and Mary visit Elizabeth
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12:20This week, our brave Little Bird is off on another adventure. This time, traveling days and days to visit Mary's cousin Elizabeth. This week's episode is filled with lots of song and encouragement.By St. Paul Lutheran Church
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English Listening - Credit Cards in the US
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25:27Get my training and advanced episodes: https://www.patreon.com/listeningtime US Conversations: https://www.patreon.com/USConversations Transcript: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1maxUddmCHWTeH1rnDYhK-42XK8cFigYP/view?usp=sharingBy Sonoro | Conner Pe
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TGM Classic | Oz Pearlman | America's Got Talent Finalist Reveals the Real Magic Behind Mentalism
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46:52How 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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American English - How To Ask For Things Politely
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4:24Get my training and advanced episodes: https://www.patreon.com/listeningtime US Conversations: https://www.patreon.com/USConversations Transcript: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Ts0ekZ7lU6b9uQRKFdiwSjwbc7v0nYoY/view?usp=sharingBy Sonoro | Conner Pe
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Darius Classic | 11 Things To Do To Live Your Best Life
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21:27What 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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#365 Going to the doctor 2 - Checking In at the Clinic
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9:50Hi! I'm Georgiana, and I'm back with a new episode of the Speak English Now podcast—the podcast that helps you speak English fluently, with no grammar and no textbooks. This is the second episode in our 4-part series on going to the doctor. In the last episode, we practiced how to make an appointment on the phone. Today, we will look at what happen…
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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
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59:32Is 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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Ep 506: A new way to think about your reading in the coming year
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59:53Today's guest has been participating in reading challenges for nearly a decade, and she's putting a unique spin on this tradition in 2026 that you'll hear about today. Callie Dean lives in Shreveport, Louisiana, where in addition to reading she enjoys playing the violin in the Shreveport Symphony Orchestra, writing children's books, and running and…
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Little Bird and Jesus: Little Bird and Mary meet an angel
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11:37We're starting at the beginning, even before Jesus was born. Today, Little Bird will meet a very special woman, and together, they'll have a remarkable encounter and learn some truly life-changing news!By St. Paul Lutheran Church
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English Listening - Trying a New Language Learning Method
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30:15Get my training and advanced episodes: https://www.patreon.com/listeningtime US Conversations: https://www.patreon.com/USConversations Transcript: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mnTzbXj1k5EzJ9Gs1dnF0aLPQQ8C-yLL/view?usp=sharingBy Sonoro | Conner Pe
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TGM Classic | Dave Lamont | Growing from 0 to $300M in Revenue
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39:46What 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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Why Does God Allow Suffering? And More Hard Questions About Faith
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31:50In this episode, we sit down to talk about the questions most Christians carry quietly in their hearts. You know… the ones we’re not always sure we’re allowed to ask. Why does God allow suffering? Is it possible for God to heal someone through you when you’re still waiting for your own miracle? etc. We don’t have all the answers, but we’re learning…
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English Phrasal Verbs - Carry On, Carry Out
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17:04Get my training and advanced episodes: https://www.patreon.com/listeningtime US Conversations: https://www.patreon.com/USConversations Transcript: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1y6TJyX0bIc3IPb8cw1KWsdBnkX9ZgANa/view?usp=sharingBy Sonoro | Conner Pe
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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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#364 Going to the Doctor - Making an Appointment
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11:15Today we're beginning a new series—four episodes designed to prepare you for going to the doctor. Why this topic? Well, the truth is simple. At some point, whether you live abroad, travel, or study in another country, you will need medical care. And the very first step is usually the same: booking an appointment. Making that call can feel stressful…
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393 | Andre Norman | From Prison to Purpose: A Journey of Redemption and Transformation
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1:00:07What 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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Ep 505: Recs for a reader in search of "best in class" books
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56:50We love unique reading projects around here, and today's guest has maintained hers since 2021. We're going to hear all about it and explore how she's adding a new twist for 2026. Kate Mosesso is a reader and improv comedian who lives and works in Chicago. She's a lifelong reader, and while she loves the stories on the page, she's an even bigger fan…
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Is Black Friday a Scam? Money Mistakes + Lessons We've Learned
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31:54In this episode, we got real about the money mistakes we’ve made over the years and the lessons we've learned. Also, just a curious question but is Black Friday sale a scam? We're genuinely curious so let us know in the comments. While you're at it, please share this episode with a friend or two ;)
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Why Do Native English Speakers Talk Fast?
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29:41Get my training and advanced episodes: https://www.patreon.com/listeningtime US Conversations: https://www.patreon.com/USConversations Transcript: https://drive.google.com/file/d/18PnxHQn3nxMc5pP7EB50R7LBQGhQZwqI/view?usp=sharingBy Sonoro | Conner Pe
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TGM Classic | Oksana Esberard | Mastering Mindfulness with Breathwork and Meditation to Create Your Ideal Life
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1:05:52Burnout 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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American English Pronunciation - I'll, You'll, We'll
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4:36Get my pronunciation training: https://www.patreon.com/listeningtime US Conversations: https://www.patreon.com/USConversations Transcript: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1m8VWfhG0bRvQwGu0y16jUdm27g4u31hk/view?usp=sharingBy Sonoro | Conner Pe
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Darius Classic | Where Your Attention Goes Your Energy Flows
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24:21Ever 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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392 | Eric Farewell | Rebuilding Yourself and Your Business on a Foundation of Meaning
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1:12:27What 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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The Reality of Our First Two Years of Marriage
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41:17So… what has happened in the first two years of our marriage? In this special wedding anniversary episode, we spoke about what the past two years have looked like and the moments that surprised us both. Here's what you can expect: some lessons learned and our anticipation for the next years to come. Whether you’re married, engaged, or just curious …
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Ep 504: Niche and nerdy narrative nonfiction
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48:10Historical fiction is a popular genre among many, but today's guest learned a lot about her reading life when she realized this genre wasn't for her! Today Anne is talking with Laura Howard, an Atlanta-area faculty developer and part-time university professor. She’s always seen reading as both a personal joy and a form of connection, whether with t…
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Stories with the Book Corner: Thanksgiving Edition
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2:55Happy Thanksgiving! Thanksgiving is right around the corner and today's story shows readers the joy of one community's Thanksgiving and how celebrating the holiday gives us a chance to be our best selves, connect, and make new memories. Music by Mykola Odnoroh from Pixabay
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TGM Classic | Sara Weinshenk | The Grind of Comedy: On Reps, Podcasts, and Persistence
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58:26What motivates someone to turn their personal challenges into moments of laughter for thousands? For Sara Weinshenk, it was about turning darkness into light, creating punchlines out of pain, and transforming adversity into avenues of connection. Through her comedic lens, she not only navigates her own struggles but also invites others to laugh alo…
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English Phrasal Verbs - Call Out, Cancel Out
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Loyalty—do you give it freely, or do you expect it to be earned? In this solo episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius Mirshahzadeh dives deep into the complexities of loyalty, sharing a pivotal lesson that reshaped his perspective. From early business partnerships to navigating the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, he explores how loyalty can be…
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391 | Joey Klein | The Inner Game of Success: How to Reprogram Your Nervous System for Peak Performance
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58:16What if the key to success isn’t just mindset, but training your inner world like an athlete trains their body? In this episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius sits down with Joey Klein, Transformation and Mastery Expert and Founder of Inner Matrix Systems, to explore how emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and consistent inner training can tr…
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Ep 503: Which cozy mysteries are right for me?
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52:21Breaking into a new genre can feel intimidating. Today Anne is talking with a reader who is keen to explore cozy mysteries, but isn't sure where to begin. Amber Richcreek lives in Bellingham, Washington with her family, where she’s a pre-k teacher and enjoys baking and photography in her spare time. She’s also a lifelong reader and a fan of emotion…
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A man turned a waste container into a home with pride! This reminded us how easy it is to overlook life's simplest blessings. In this episode, we spoke about gratitude and contentment. Enjoy the episode and share with a friend or two ;)
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In this episode, let's learn the months of the year in English and Spanish.
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English Listening - Act Like a Native Speaker
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TGM Classic | Garrain Jones | Change Your Mindset, Change Your Life: Lessons of Love, Leadership and Transformation
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57:38What if the darkest moments of your life could become the foundation for your greatest transformations? Imagine feeling hopeless, lost, and overwhelmed by the shadows of your own choices. Now, imagine that these very shadows, the darkest moments of your life, could be the foundation for your greatest transformations. A story such as Garrain Jones v…
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Tom (Being serious): Hey, do we have to send thank you notes to everyone we've ever met for Thanksgiving? James (Laughing): Oh no, it's not like that! Thanksgiving is more about enjoying turkey and pie with family and friends, not writing thank you notes to everyone! Hi! Welcome to a special podcast about Thanksgiving! I'm Georgiana, your English t…
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390 | The Best Partner Scorecard - How to Evaluate Your Business Partnerships to WIN (Part 2)
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36:38What makes a great business partner, and how can you actually measure it? In this solo episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius continues his deep dive into The Best Partner Scorecard, a tool he created to help entrepreneurs, founders, and leaders assess the people they go into business with. After exploring the first five traits in part one, Dariu…
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389 | Dandapani | The Power of Unwavering Focus
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1:13:37What if your emotions, habits, and even your worldview are simply the result of where you’ve trained your mind to go? In this thought-provoking episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius sits down with Hindu priest, entrepreneur, and former monk Dandapani for a powerful conversation about awareness, energy, reincarnation, and emotional mastery. Danda…
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