Best Paul Ollinger Podcasts (2024)

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The People Who Never Quit with Henry Oliver 57:40

3h ago57:40

57:40

What did Ray Kroc, Maya Angelou, Margaret Thatcher, and Malcolm X all have in common? (Don’t worry - this isn’t a dirty joke!) They were all opsimaths, i.e. a person who blooms late in life. In his new book SECOND ACT: What Late Bloomers Can Tell You About Success and Reinventing Your Life, author Henry Oliver shares the stories of well-known peopl…

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A Poet’s Life (with In-Q) 51:06

6d ago51:06

51:06

Nobody gets into poetry for fame and fortune. And yet, there might be a tiny bit of each happening for In-Q, my guest this week who is a renowned poet and spoken word artist. When he started freestyling (aka, “rapping" for you old people) with his friends at age 13, In-Q felt an empowerment that didn’t exist in the rest of his life. The words insid…

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“Second Class” Americans with Batya Ungar-Sargon 42:30

42m ago42:30

42:30

The spirit of the working class is crushed. So argues Batya Ungar-Sargon in her new book 'Second Class: How the Elites Betrayed America's Working Men and Women’. Batya says that working men and women in the United States have been abandoned by both political parties and left to fend for themselves all while unchecked immigration makes an already ch…

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Why the News is Bad with Angus Hervey 39:00

28d ago39:00

39:00

**Hi friends - this is Paul writing to confess to an error in my introduction in this week's episode. The name of Angus Hervey's podcast is "Hope Is a Verb," not—as I called it—"Hope is NOT a Verb," which is kind of the opposite (insert winky emoticon). Unfortunately, I am unable to re-record the intro as we are traveling, but I can change these sh…

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Fighting for the Family Business with Stephanie Stuckey 49:10

23d ago49:10

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Stephanie Stuckey used her life’s savings to buy the company that is her family’s legacy. At it’s height in the1960’s and 70’s, there were hundreds of Stuckey’s stores selling gas, pecan candy, cold drinks, and quick meals near highway exits around the United States. But after her grandfather was bought out by a big corporation, the neglected enter…

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064 - Mr. Orange County with Carey Ransom 1:08:29

13d ago1:08:29

1:08:29

Episode Highlights: LinkedIn Networking Insights from Carey Ransom The Value of Loose Ties The Challenges in Community Banking Blockchain's Potential in Ownership and Payments Evolving Business Models and Founder Support Carey Ransom’s Insights on Leadership and Roles The Venture Studio Approach Orange County's Unique Business Landscape Tweetable Q…

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Persevering Through Grief with Nicole Avant 56:42

20d ago56:42

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Nicole Avant is the former U.S. Ambassador to the Bahamas and author of a new memoir, 'Think You’ll Be Happy: Moving through Grief with Grit, Grace, and Gratitude’ which tells the story of her extraordinary family and her mother’s tragic death by murder. Her mom, Jacquie was a philanthropist and community activist whose example taught Nicole kindne…

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063 - Brewed to Perfection with Brett Brewer 1:22:40

1M ago1:22:40

1:22:40

Episode Highlights: How Did Brett Brewer's Early Real Estate Ventures Shape His Entrepreneurial Journey The difficulty of raising pre-seed financing, the role of accelerators and incubators, and the process of raising $300,000 for the business. The impact of the dotcom crash on e-commerce businesses and the shift to casual game development. The lau…

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On The Move 33:39

2M ago33:39

33:39

On this introspective episode of Crazy Money, Paul sits alone in his empty Atlanta house and talks openly about the thoughts and feelings that drew him back to Atlanta, and the head trauma that may or may not have initiated his desire to sell everything and move to New York City. Oh, by the way, my name is Mike Carano and I’m writing these surely-t…

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Who killed Rudolf Diesel? (with Doug Brunt) 48:08

2M ago48:08

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Yes, there was actually a guy named Rudolf Diesel who actually invented the diesel engine, which was incredibly revolutionary for its time. It earned Diesel a massive fortune and had huge implications for how war—especially maritime war in the early 1900’s—would be waged. As European countries scrambled for dominance just prior to WWI, Diesel disap…

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Restoring Politcal Sanity with Charlie Wheelan (Encore) 1:02:32

2M ago1:02:32

1:02:32

Charlie Wheelan is a professor of economics and public policy at Dartmouth College and the author of several books, including Naked Money, Naked Economics, (no nudity in either), and The Centrist Manifesto, all of which we discuss in this episode. The Chicago Sun-Times describes Charlie as someone who “combines a razor-sharp mind with a boatload of…

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062 - Keep Calm with Amber Case 1:15:20

3M ago1:15:20

1:15:20

Episode Highlights: The evolution of technology The Importance of Understanding History in Law and Tech The Role of History in Technology and Design The concept of calm technology, its principles, and the need for historical context in product design. The importance of long-term tech design and changing the narrative on what's considered cool. Ambe…

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Mike Posner on Life Beyond Fame and Fortune 46:10

3M ago46:10

46:10

Mike Posner is a Grammy-nominated rapper, singer, songwriter, and music producer from Detroit. His Spotify channel has generated over 3 billion plays and his song 'I Took a Pill in Ibiza' reached the top five on the Billboard Hot 100. Mike "had it all" at a young age and captured his lifestyle in the lyrics of his biggest hit: “A real big baller (w…

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061 - Funny Money with Paul Ollinger 58:17

3M ago58:17

58:17

Episode Highlights: Paul Ollinger's transition from an executive at Facebook to pursuing stand-up comedy. Discuss the focus of Paul Ollinger's podcast, "Crazy Money," and its exploration of living a fulfilling life beyond financial pursuits. How comedy has shaped Paul Ollinger's communication skills, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and h…

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Andrew Yang on Our Broken Political System (Encore) 50:56

3M ago50:56

50:56

Andrew Yang is a former Presidential and NYC mayoral candidate and the founder of Venture for America. He's also the founder of the Forward Party where he advocates for structural reform to safeguard our democracy. He lays all this out in his new book, ‘Forward,' which we discussed today. We also discuss Andrew's life as a teenager, his obsession w…

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The Third Path with Jordan Harbinger 1:04:32

3M ago1:04:32

1:04:32

Jordan Harbinger is one of the most popular podcasters in North America, but it all started by accident. As a young University of Michigan grad, Jordan decided to go to law school because it was something to do after college and eventually ended up at a Wall Street firm. A multi-linguist, Jordan traveled and met new people all over the world. He ev…

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Living The Constitution with AJ Jacobs 51:32

4M ago51:32

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Good morrow, chum! My guest this week is A.J. Jacobs, author of the new / amazing book 'The Year of Living Constitutionally: One Man’s Humble Quest to Follow the Constitution’s Original Meaning’, in which A.J. chronicles his year of living as an 18th Century citizen, including writing letters with quill and ink, carrying a musket around the Upper W…

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Being Human at Work with Kim Scott, author of 'Radical Candor’ 1:01:48

4M ago1:01:48

1:01:48

‘Radical Candor’ author Kim Scott once had to inform a colleague that they smelled bad….like, really bad. She was able to do so becuase she had created on her team a culture or radical candor. No, this doesn’t mean you can just walk up to colleagues and say, “you stink!” or “nice shirt, bozo!” On the contrary, radical candor is a culture where auth…

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Power Couple: Debbi “Mrs.” Fields and Wade Shealy 56:22

4M ago56:22

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Debbi Fields founded Mrs. Fields cookies brand when she was in her early 20s and built the company into a well-known global brand. Wade Shealy got his start selling Bibles door-to-door then went on to develop and sell > $3 billion in resort real estate over the next few decades, including Hampton Island, GA whose residents include Ben Affleck / Jen…

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Death, Dying, and Israel with Rabbi Steve Leder 1:10:16

4M ago1:10:16

1:10:16

Rabbi Steve Leder is the Senior Rabbi at Wilshire Boulevard Temple, a very large and influential congregation in Los Angeles. He is a New York Times best-selling author of several books, including 'For You When I Am Gone’ and 'The Beauty of What Remains,’ both of which pertain to death and dying. I had planned on speaking with Steve primarily about…

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The Wealth Money Can’t Buy with Robin Sharma 41:48

4M ago41:48

41:48

Robin Sharma is a leadership expert, coach and author whose books have sold tens of millions of copies around the world. The author of The 5AM Club, The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari, The Everyday Hero Manifesto, and Who Will Cry When You Die?, Robin has a new book out called The Wealth Money Can’t Buy in which he examines the ways we can all develop h…

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America’s Government Teacher, Sharon McMahon 1:06:56

5M ago1:06:56

1:06:56

Sharon McMahon is living her purpose. Via her wildly popular Instagram account @SharonSaysSo, she is fighting political misinformation and guiding her audience through “the fascinating world of democracy, politics, and history.” In the process, she is proving that Americans—and other good people around the globe—are hungry for unbiased political co…

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Poor Kid Makes Millions Trading, Fights Inequality with Gary Stevenson 1:05:14

5M ago1:05:14

1:05:14

Gary Stevenson grew up in tough, working class East London. Despite setbacks in high school (having to do with the distribution of illicit substances), his gift for mathematics landed him a spot at London School of Economics (alma mater of Mick Jagger, Margaret Thatcher, and George Soros) where he attended with the sons and daughters of the global …

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The Narcissist Next-door with Dr. Ramani Durvasula 1:03:36

5M ago1:03:36

1:03:36

Dr. Ramani Durvasula is a clinical psychologist and author of the New York Times best-seller It’s Not You: Identifying and Healing from Narcissistic People. In this insight-rich conversation, Dr. Ramani explains the traits and behaviors of narcissistic individuals, how they hijack our well-being, and the motivations behind their attention-seeking b…

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060 - Smaller is Better with Brady Brim-DeForest 55:50

6M ago55:50

55:50

Episode Highlights: Small is Better: How small, autonomous teams can spearhead targeted missions. The Paradox of Failure and Success Breaking the Fear of Failure: A New Mindset for Organizations How to be adaptable and nimble in taking risks The need to change mindsets within organizations Taking risks in many different places in the organization T…

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TED's Chris Anderson on Infectious Generosity 53:54

5M ago53:54

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Chris Anderson is the Head Curator of TED and author of the new book, 'Infectious Generosity: The Ultimate Idea Worth Spreading' in which he argues that YOU and I can improve the world by embracing our natural inclination toward generosity. He speaks not just of financial generosity, though that’s certainly a huge part of it, but also of creative g…

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059 - Smile Box with Talia Jacqueline 53:32

6M ago53:32

53:32

Episode Highlights: The smile box analogy and the Fluxus art movement Self-actualization and enlightenment The dysfunctional nature of living in the past and the need to focus on the present. Exploration of the common presence of trauma in high performers and how it can drive their actions. The impact of taking things personally and the importance …

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Mike and Paul’s Road Trip 1:46:09

5M ago1:46:09

1:46:09

This episode is highlights of a conversation between Paul and Mike Carano, long-time friend and Crazy Money editor. It was recorded on a road trip between San Francisco where Paul had just performed at Cobb’s Comedy Club and San Luis Obispo where he was heading to perform in the SLO Fest Comedy Festival. Among other things, Paul and Mike discuss: M…

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On Fire for Life with John O’Leary 50:06

6M ago50:06

50:06

When John O’Leary was 9 years old, he played with fire and got burned. Like really, really burned, over 99% of his body. Doctors gave him less than 1% chance to live and told his parents he would not survive. Yet thanks to the amazing support of his family, the community, and medical care providers, survive he did. His journey back took years, requ…

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058 - Build Your Bulletproof Life with Ben Sullins 1:08:46

6M ago1:08:46

1:08:46

Episode Highlights: Background and experience in data science, content creation, and storytelling Applying storytelling principles to content creation Challenges of pivoting content focus on YouTube Importance of storytelling in content creation Application of data science in careers Experiences in corporate America and improving presentation skill…

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Paul Reads Money Essays 39:20

6M ago39:20

39:20

In this special “where has Paul been?” episode, Paul reads three of his latest pieces from his Substack, Money and the Meaning of Life, so that you can drive or workout without reading. Latest posts include: Adventures in Affluence: Dry Cleaning - why Paul got freaked out when he starting thinking about how much he spends on dry cleaning every year…

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Race and Money with Coleman Hughes (Encore) 41:33

6M ago41:33

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Today’s guest is Coleman Hughes, a writer, podcaster, opinion columnist and self-described "Black man who does’t think everything is about race.” Coleman has a new book out this week called 'The End of Race Politics: Arguments for a Colorblind America,’ in which he confronts the "failed corporate diversity and inclusion efforts and poisonous race-b…

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057 - Building Brands That Soar with Erik Huberman 53:19

7M ago53:19

53:19

Episode Highlights: Insights into the Broken Marketing Ecosystem and the genesis of Hawke Media Publishing of Erik's book, "The Hawke Method." Brand building and energy management Shared roots in Ventura County and experiences growing up Significance of the “Red Hawk” with the brand and emotional aspect of marketing Importance of managing energy an…

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056 - Fresh AI with Doug Campbell 1:17:25

7M ago1:17:25

1:17:25

Episode Highlights: Kurt and Doug reminisce about the Mindshare LA event and its impact on their lives and careers. Doug shares his experience and background, from his education in the UK to his diverse experiences and travels across the US Doug’s exploration of generative AI for nonfiction writing, detailing the creative process and the successful…

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055 - Cultural Enrichment with Christopher Daradics 1:13:09

8M ago1:13:09

1:13:09

Key Takeaways: Christopher’s journey and experiences around the world Fulbright grants and Christopher’s participation in the organization The concept of cultural production and definition of art Cultural Production and Language Learning Soft Power vs. Hard Power Descartes and Computational Theory of Mind Extended Mind and Ecological Validity The d…

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054 - LA Law with David Young 35:06

8M ago35:06

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Key Takeaways: Dave's experience in the legal industry and working with startups Aligning Interests and Creating Incentives: A Key to Success in Business Turning Challenges into Opportunities: A Zen Master's Perspective The Power of Giving: How Givers Outperform Takers and Matchers The Importance of Health and Personal Growth Tweetable Quotes: At s…

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The Joys and Anxieties of Wealth (Encore) 51:58

8M ago51:58

51:58

Paul Schervish studies very wealthy people: what worries them, what delights them, and what motivates them to give to charity. The Director of Boston College’s Center on Wealth and Philanthropy, Paul is the co-author of 'The Joys and Dilemmas of Wealth,' a 2010 report that is one of the most insightful studies of the ultra-affluent ever. We discuss…

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Dr. Drew Pinsky on Careers, Money, and Fame (Encore) 1:10:26

8M ago1:10:26

1:10:26

This is a special holiday encore of the 2nd episode of Crazy Money with Dr. Drew, which ran Jan 30, 2019. Dr. Drew offers candid insight into the ups and downs of a career in broadcasting and medicine. From Loveline to Celebrity Rehab, Dr. Drew has been a staple on radio and cable television for over 30 years, but that doesn’t mean he’s rich — he’s…

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How to Live a Stress-free Financial Life with Jared Dillian 1:01:00

8M ago1:01:00

1:01:00

Financial gurus like Dave Ramsey or Suze Orman tell their audience that the key to achieving wealth—or just financial stability—is to cut back on the little things like that daily Starbucks latte. Jared Dillian thinks they’re wrong. Focusing on the little things, Jared argues, is pointless and unsustainable. But focusing on the big things, like you…

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Judd Apatow on Money, Fame, and Adam Sandler (Encore) 49:26

8M ago49:26

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Judd Apatow is one of the most important figures in comedy and film today. But he just doesn’t care that much about money. This non-attachment to material goods leaves him more time to focus on what matters: writing, directing, developing talent, and getting his family together for dinner. Judd has accomplished so much in his career that, in retros…

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Author Gary Sernovitz 1:00:08

9M ago1:00:08

1:00:08

Gary Sernovitz is one of the funniest financial writers working today. His hilarious new novel The Counting House tells the story of a university’s Chief Investment Officer who is suffering a mid-life crisis. If you possess either an interest in finance or a robust / dark sense of humor, The Counting House will make you laugh and, at times, cry in …

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How to Get Un-stuck with Merrick Furst, Ph.D. 1:07:23

9M ago1:07:23

1:07:23

Do you ever feel stuck in life? As if you are in the wrong place or you’re in the right place but doing the wrong thing? What do you do when you find yourself at a crossroad? Today, I speak to innovation expert Merrick Furst about how seeing ourselves and the world more clearly can tell us how to move forward when the way isn’t clear. Merrick is a …

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Paul Reads His Thanksgiving Essays 35:40

9M ago35:40

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In this special “over the river and through the woods” episode, Paul reads four of his latest pieces from his Substack, Money and the Meaning of Life, so that you can drive or workout without reading. Latest posts include: Every Day Is Thanksgiving This One Question Will Help You Stop Comparing Yourself to Others Why the Jews? The holy roots of ant…

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Ed Begley Jr. on Finding Serenity in Hollywood 40:44

10M ago40:44

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✍️ Subscribe to Paul’s Substack ‘Money & the Meaning of Life’ here. ✍️ 🎤 See Paul’s upcoming comedy dates here and random thoughts on Instagram here. 🎤 Ed Begley Jr. has been acting professionally since 1967 when he appeared in an episode of My Three Sons. 56 years later, Ed has acted in hundreds of movies and TV shows, including An Officer and a G…

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053 - Widen The Lens with Kris Krug 1:03:28

10M ago1:03:28

1:03:28

Key Takeaways: The benefits of putting your work online as a photographer or someone in the creative industry. How everyone is uniquely beautiful in their own way from a photographer’s perspective. How beauty inspires Kris Krug to step things up for himself. How adding the context of time to a photograph deepens its meaning. How AI is changing our …

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Pushing Our Kids Too Hard: On Toxic Achievement Culture with Jennifer Wallace 51:29

10M ago51:29

51:29

✍️ Subscribe to Paul’s Substack ‘Money & the Meaning of Life’ here. ✍️ Jennifer Wallace is a journalist and author specializing in psychology, parenting, and health. Her new book 'Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic—And What We Can Do About It' delves into our modern dilemma of busyness, achievement, credentialing, and status-seeki…

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Lessons from an '80s Guitar god with Rik Emmett of Triumph 1:07:14

10M ago1:07:14

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Rik Emmett is a vocalist, guitarist and former member of the rock band Triumph, which earned 18 gold and nine platinum records in Canada and the United States in the late 1970s and early’80s. Triumph was known for its BIG live shows featuring lights, pyrotechnics, and lots of spandex (as was appropriate for the era!). Along with Rik's bandmates Gil…

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The NHL, Brain Injury, and Psilocybin with Daniel Carcillo 52:16

10M ago52:16

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When Daniel Carcillo played in the NHL, he was known as an enforcer so tough and volatile that he earned the nickname “Car Bomb.” In his 12 seasons in the NHL, Daniel was a member of two Stanley Cup-winning teams (2013 and 2015 Chicago Blackhawks), led the league in penalty minutes, and was fined or suspended by the NHL 12 times. He also suffered a…

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Paul and Cal Fussman Talk Israel, Hamas 1:09:35

10M ago1:09:35

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Over the past 30 years, Cal Fussman has interviewed a breathtaking array of the world’s most fascinating people, including Nelson Mandela, Clint Eastwood, Barbara Walters, Richard Branson, Muhammed Ali, Mikhail Gorbachev, Neil Young, Serena Williams, Tim Ferriss, Kobe Bryant, Al Pacino, Pelé, and hundreds more. He co-authored Larry King’s memoir an…

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052 - Hello Realworld! with Justin Mitchell 1:02:05

11M ago1:02:05

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Key Takeaways: Unpacking the Journey: Real Estate, Tech, and Finance The Perfect Office and Unexpected Connections Unforgettable Meeting and the Birth of a Business Uncovering the Truth: A Risk Manager's Journey Through the Financial Crisis Building a Community and Embracing the Power of Giving The Power of Giving: How the Universe Rewards Selfless…

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