Best Sarah A Ruiz Podcasts (2024)

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Sarah Blakely and Spanx: Embracing Failure and Self-Belief 42:41

11m ago42:41

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In this captivating episode of the Moonshots Podcast, hosts Mike and Mark dive deep into the inspiring journey of Sarah Blakely, the visionary founder of Spanx. Blakely's story is a testament to the power of perseverance, innovation, and self-belief. Join us as we explore how her drive and determination transformed a simple idea into a multi-millio…

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A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom. The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz 1:02:25

30m ago1:02:25

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Join hosts Mike and Mark for an enlightening episode of the Moonshots Podcast, where they delve into Don Miguel Ruiz’s transformative book, The Four Agreements. This episode is packed with insights on how ancient Toltec wisdom can guide us to personal freedom and happiness. Links • Buy The Book on Amazon • Book Summary • Become a Moonshot Member • …

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Rise Up! #207 - Karen Bornarth and Martin Barnett 1:24:49

3d ago1:24:49

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Today Mark is joined by Karen Bornarth of the Bread Bakers Guild of America and Martin Barnett of the Baking Association of Canada to talk about the state of the baking industry in North America. They reflect on the success of two recent national meetings, discuss the range of benefits that nationwide education and advocacy can provide, ponder the …

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New! Right Thing, Right Now by Ryan Holiday 51:28

3d ago51:28

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In this compelling episode of the Moonshots Podcast, hosts Mike and Mark delve deep into Ryan Holiday's enlightening book, "Right Thing, Right Now: Good Values. Good Character. Good Deeds." Renowned for his modern take on ancient Stoic wisdom, Holiday offers a roadmap to living a life of integrity, virtue, and purpose. This episode explores the boo…

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Is This Love by Kaylee Ryan 30:46

5d ago30:46

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Top book boyfriend material has us fangirling as we chat about this unique twist on the marriage of convenience trope.By Amy Watson & Sarah Ullrich

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Turning Trials Into Triumph: Ryan Holiday - The Obstacle is the Way 58:25

8d ago58:25

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Join hosts Mike and Mark for a transformative episode of the Moonshots Podcast as they dive into Ryan Holiday’s profound book, “The Obstacle is the Way: The Timeless Art of Turning Trials into Triumph.” Through insightful clips, the hosts explore how the principles of stoic philosophy can help us turn challenges into opportunities for personal and …

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Rise Up! #206 - Lyndsey Bell and Jay Valeri 59:58

10d ago59:58

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Once Lyndsey Bell realized that the corporate life was not for her, she and her partner Jay Valeri dove into the world of donuts and coffee. Since they found their sweet spot and opened Bigfoot Donuts seven years ago they have gone from strength to strength. In this episode, Mark, Lyndsey and Jay talk all things donuts and coffee, being able to tak…

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Stoic Wisdom For Everyday Life. The Daily Stoic by Ryan Holiday 59:42

12d ago59:42

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Welcome to another enriching episode of the Moonshots Podcast, where hosts Mike and Mark dive into the timeless wisdom of Stoicism through the lens of Ryan Holiday's "The Daily Stoic." This episode promises to equip you with powerful insights and practical advice to navigate life's challenges and live your best life. Links Buy The Book on Amazon Be…

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How to Work Less to Achieve More. Hyperfocus by Chris Bailey 1:04:41

16d ago1:04:41

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Join hosts Mike and Mark for an insightful discussion on Chris Bailey’s transformative book, “Hyperfocus: How to Work Less to Achieve More.” This episode explores the fundamental concepts of managing attention and balancing focused and creative states to boost productivity. Links: • Buy The Book on Amazon • Become a Moonshot Member • Watch this epi…

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Rise Up! #205 - Sandhya Mahadevan 1:06:30

17d ago1:06:30

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When we get tired and frustrated as bakery owners, we often fall into the trap of thinking of our employees as expenses and not assets and partners. Luckily, there are resources like the Good Jobs Strategy to help us reset our thinking and put our employees at the forefront of our business success. In this episode, Mark talks with Sandhya Mahadevan…

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From Urban Angler to Community Educator: Ray Ruiz Jr.'s Journey | River of Ideas Episode 04 57:14

20d ago57:14

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Join Adam Flett from the Mississippi Watershed Management Organization as he sits down with Ray Ruiz Jr., founder and executive director of Baztec, Inc. In this episode of "River of Ideas," Ray shares his inspiring journey from growing up in Chicago to becoming a renowned fishing guide and educator in the Twin Cities. Discover how Ray's passion for…

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Podcast Q&A with Amy & Sarah 42:46

19d ago42:46

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We look back on our two-year podcast journey and share some highlights and behind-the-scenes stories in this Q&A style discussion. Plus, a peek into our first book event experience, Book Bonanza! No reading required.By Amy Watson & Sarah Ullrich

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Atul Gawande - The Checklist Manifesto: How to Get Things Right 1:02:09

20d ago1:02:09

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Join hosts Mike and Mark for a new episode as they dive into Atul Gawande's The Checklist Manifesto. Links Buy The Book on Amazon Become a Moonshot Member Watch this episode on YouTube INTRO Atul Gawande introduces us to the transformative power of checklists. He explains how these simple tools can enhance the performance of experts and foster clos…

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10 Ways to Stay Creative in Good Times and Bad. Austin Kleon - Keep Going. 47:23

26d ago47:23

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Join hosts Mike and Mark on the Moonshots Podcast as they explore the transformative insights of Austin Kleon's book Keep Going. In this episode, they explore Kleon's wisdom on sustaining creativity through challenges and fostering consistent growth. INTRO Mike and Mark kick off the episode with a discussion on why Austin Kleon wrote "Keep Going," …

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Rise Up! #204 - Ian Herrington 1:10:50

24d ago1:10:50

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Ian Herrington turned the turmoil of Covid into the catalyst to make the leap into bakery ownership. Now Leavened, his elegant bakery / cafe in Cleveland is making a name for itself within the neighbourhood and for miles around. In this episode, Mark and Ian talk about the quiet rhythms of a bake team working around the bench, the joy of working wi…

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David Allen: Getting Things Done: The art of stress-free productivity 50:27

27d ago50:27

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Join hosts Mike and Mark for a new episode discussing David Allen's seminal book, "Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity. Links: Free Book Summary Buy The Book on Amazon Become a Moonshot Member Watch this episode on YouTube In this episode, they explore key concepts from the book and feature four insightful clips: INTRO David Al…

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Show Your Work!: 10 Ways to Share Your Creativity and Get Discovered by Austin Kleon 45:52

1M ago45:52

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In this exciting new episode of the Moonshots Podcast, Mike and Mark explore Austin Kleon’s influential book “Show Your Work!” They also discuss how to embrace and share one's creativity with the world. Links: • Buy The Book on Amazon • Become a Moonshot Member on Patreon • Watch this episode on YouTube This episode features insightful clips that h…

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Rise Up! #203 - Tom Moore 1:11:36

1M ago1:11:36

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Tom Moore loves starting new projects. And the best thing is, they work. His new bakery cafe, Tombo Eats on Yates Street in Victoria launched to huge buzz this year and is already one of the must visit spots downtown. In this episode, Mark and Tom discuss the wild and crazy food journey Tom's been on since dropping out of school to apprentice as a …

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PBD 2nd Birthday / Author Interview with Mia Sheridan 52:42

1M ago52:42

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As we celebrate our podcast's 2nd Birthday, we sit down and chat with the remarkably talented romantic suspense author Mia Sheridan!By Amy & Sarah

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The New Minute Manager by Ken Blanchard 57:13

1M ago57:13

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Join hosts Mike and Mark on the latest episode of the Moonshots Podcast as they dive into the timeless wisdom of Ken Blanchard’s renowned book, “The One Minute Manager.” In this insightful discussion, they unravel the essence of effective management and leadership, distilled into three fundamental lessons. • Buy The One Minute Manager on Amazon: Li…

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Bob Iger, Disney: Rid of a Lifetime 1:05:21

1M ago1:05:21

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In this episode of the Moonshots Podcast, hosts Mike and Mark embark on an illuminating journey through the pages of "The Ride of a Lifetime" by Bob Iger. With nine insightful clips from the book, they dive deep into the leadership principles that transformed Disney into today's media powerhouse. Buy "The Ride of a Lifetime" on Amazon Become a Moon…

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Rise Up! #202 - Carlos Ruiz 1:07:59

1M ago1:07:59

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Carlos Ruiz was a litigation lawyer and quickly found that the daily grind of destroying the opposition was killing him inside. Baking and especially feeding his community was the antidote. In this episode, Mark and Carlos talk about making the switch from law to the bakery life, making connections with teachers and mentors, the stresses of support…

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Inside Amazon: Insights, Stories, and Secrets 1:02:46

1M ago1:02:46

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"Working Backwards: Insights, Stories, and Secrets from Inside Amazon" is a book that provides insights into Amazon's history, culture, and business practices. It covers Amazon's customer-centric approach, innovative spirit, leadership, and management practices and provides examples of how Amazon creates new products and services. The book is valua…

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The Almanack of Naval Ravikant by Eric Jorgenson 1:00:57

1M ago1:00:57

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Join hosts Mike and Mark on this episode of the Moonshots Podcast as they delve into the wisdom of Naval Ravikant with “The Almanack of Naval Ravikant” by Eric Jorgenson. They kick off the discussion with Naval’s profound insight that getting rich is about knowing what to do, who to do it with, and when. Tune in to understand how to create wealth. …

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Mark Cuban 'How to Win at the Sport of Business' 1:08:30

2M ago1:08:30

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Join hosts Mike and Mark for an electrifying new episode of the Moonshots Podcast as they dissect the winning strategies of billionaire entrepreneur Mark Cuban. In this episode, they delve deep into Cuban’s renowned book “How to Win at the Sport of Business” and extract invaluable insights that every aspiring entrepreneur needs to hear. Segments: 1…

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Rise Up! #201 - Jessica Rivers 1:02:58

2M ago1:02:58

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Jessica Rivers is co-owner and connection engine of the amazing bakery Working Culture Bread in Victoria BC. In the three years since Mark talked to her husband Adam in Episode #128, the bakery has grown and their family has too. Through it all, Jess and the Working Culture team have built even stronger ties within the community, through fundraisin…

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Great and Precious Things by Rebecca Yarros 45:01

2M ago45:01

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This emotional story dealing with a parent with early onset Alzheimer's has us talking about the difficult decisions adult children have to make for their parents while chatting about the pressures our male MC has returning to the small town that blames him for his brother's death.By Amy & Sarah

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Steal Like an Artist by Austin Kleon: 10 Things Nobody Told You About Being Creative 48:06

2M ago48:06

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Join hosts Mike and Mark on the latest episode of the Moonshots Podcast as they delve into the insightful book “Steal Like an Artist” by Austin Kleon. In this episode, they uncover ten key insights about creativity that nobody told you about. Buy The Book on Amazon https://geni.us/iTKi Get the summary https://www.apolloadvisor.com/summary-steal-lik…

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No Rules Rules: Netflix and the Culture of Reinvention by Reed Hastings 1:04:38

2M ago1:04:38

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Join hosts Mike and Mark for an engaging discussion on "No Rules Rules: Netflix and the Culture of Reinvention" by Reed Hastings. In this episode, they delve into the groundbreaking corporate culture that has propelled Netflix to the forefront of the entertainment industry. Through a series of insightful clips, they explore the fundamental principl…

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Patagonia's Yvon Chouinard: Let My People Go Surfing 1:22:00

2M ago1:22:00

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Join hosts Mike and Mark for an enlightening episode of the Moonshots Podcast as they dive into "Let My People Go Surfing" by Yvon Chouinard, the founder of Patagonia. This episode unpacks Chouinard's unique business philosophy of environmental responsibility, employee welfare, and work-life balance. Buy The Book on Amazon https://geni.us/YvonChoui…

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Nvidia CEO and Co-founder - Jensen Huang 50:09

2M ago50:09

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Join hosts Mike and Mark for a riveting new episode of the Moonshots Podcast, where they delve into the extraordinary leadership journey of Jensen Huang, the visionary co-founder and CEO of NVIDIA. Discover how Huang's innovative thinking and resilience have propelled NVIDIA to the forefront of the technology industry, shaping the future of AI, hig…

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11:11 by Micalea Smeltzer 42:30

2M ago42:30

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We are giddy as we gush over the swoony MMC in this artful reverse age-gap romance. Is it hot in here, or is it just us?!By Amy & Sarah

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Sir James Dyson: How to Invent and Successfully Take Risks 56:00

2M ago56:00

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Join hosts Mike and Mark on a journey of innovation and inspiration as they delve into "Invention - A Life" by Sir James Dyson. Dyson and his family reflect on the profound truth that the path to innovation is often long and winding, requiring patience and perseverance. (Clip Length: 1m56s) Buy The Book on Amazon https://geni.us/Jamesdyson Become a…

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Finding Nature in the City: Twin Cities' Best River Adventures | River of Ideas, Episode 03 57:48

2M ago57:48

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🌊 Dive into the Heart of the Twin Cities! 🌿 In our latest River of Ideas podcast, hosts Nick and Abby share their favorite places to explore and things to do along the Mississippi River in Minneapolis and St. Paul. From biking scenic trails, hiking rugged paths, and kayaking peaceful waters, to immersing yourself in the rich natural beauty of the o…

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The E Myth by Michael E. Gerber - Why Most Small Businesses Don't Work and What to Do About It 57:03

2M ago57:03

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Join hosts Mike and Mark for an insightful journey into entrepreneurship and small business management in our latest episode of the Moonshots Podcast! This time, we're diving deep into the groundbreaking book, "The E-Myth Revisited" by Michael E. Gerber. 🎙️ INTRO: Michael Gerber kicks off the episode by sharing why his experience transcends busines…

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The Compound Effect by Darren Hardy. Jumpstart Your Income, Your Life, Your Success 54:27

2M ago54:27

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We're excited to bring you another enlightening episode of the Moonshots Podcast, where we continue to learn out loud with the world's most ambitious thinkers and entrepreneurs. This episode dives deep into Darren Hardy's influential book, "The Compound Effect." Join hosts Mike and Mark as they explore the impactful insights and strategies from thi…

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Darren Hardy The Entrepreneur Roller Coaster 57:17

2M ago57:17

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Join hosts Mike and Mark as they dive into the book "The Entrepreneur Roller Coaster" by Darren Hardy. In this episode, they explore the essential skills and mindsets needed for entrepreneurial success, as described by Hardy, a seasoned entrepreneur and former publisher of SUCCESS magazine. Through five insightful clips, the hosts discuss key conce…

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Seth Godin: The Dip - When to Quit (and When to Stick) 51:34

3M ago51:34

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In this enlightening episode of the Moonshots Podcast, hosts Mike and Mark dive into Seth Godin's influential book, "The Dip: A Little Book That Teaches You When to Quit (and When to Stick)." This episode breaks down the art of strategic quitting—a crucial skill for entrepreneurs and individuals aiming to excel in their fields. Join us as we explor…

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Promise Me This by Hannah Bird 44:49

3M ago44:49

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This extremely emotional story hits close to home for us as we discuss the powerful story of healing after grief. Please check TW on this one.By Amy & Sarah

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Dave Ramsey The Total Money Makeover 1:01:43

3M ago1:01:43

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Join hosts Mike and Mark on the Moonshots Podcast as they delve into "The Total Money Makeover" by Dave Ramsey, a guide that has reshaped many people's approach to personal finance. This episode provides practical insights and actionable advice from Ramsey’s celebrated financial framework. Buy The Book on Amazon https://geni.us/DaveRamseyTotal Beco…

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Morgan Housel: The Psychology of Money 1:00:04

3M ago1:00:04

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Join hosts Mike and Mark on a captivating journey through the financial insights of Morgan Housel in this episode of the Moonshots Podcast. The episode, titled “The Psychology of Money,” delves into the intricate relationship between our behaviors and financial success. But from Amazon: https://geni.us/4pzw7My INTRO The episode begins with Morgan H…

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The Millionaire Next Door by William D. Danko 1:01:10

3M ago1:01:10

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In this insightful episode of the Moonshots Podcast, hosts Mike and Mark delve deep into the principles of accumulating wealth as detailed in the acclaimed book "The Millionaire Next Door" by William D. Danko. Through a series of captivating interviews and discussions, this episode unveils the science behind the book, the mindset for managing money…

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Purple Cow by Seth Godin: Transform Your Business by Being Remarkable 55:10

3M ago55:10

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In this transformative episode of the Moonshots Podcast, join hosts Mike and Mark as they delve into Seth Godin's groundbreaking marketing book, "Purple Cow: Transform Your Business by Being Remarkable." Released in 2003, the book advocates for businesses to stand out by being as distinctive and memorable as a "Purple Cow" in a field of ordinary ca…

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Jennifer Ehlert: Creating Resilient Urban Yards with Metro Blooms | River of Ideas, Episode 02 32:12

3M ago32:12

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In this episode of River of Ideas, we sit down with Jen Ehlert, Vice President of Metro Blooms Design + Build to talk about designing sustainable urban landscapes. We discuss the history of Metro Blooms and the Blue Thumb education and outreach program and delve into some practical advice for homeowners looking to enhance their properties with nati…

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The One With the Kiss Cam by Cindy Steel 44:59

3M ago44:59

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With big dorky grins on our faces, we gush over this perfect spring romcom that gave us all the happy feels!By Amy & Sarah

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Rich Dad, Poor Dad by Robert T. Kiyosaki 1:03:03

3M ago1:03:03

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In this enlightening episode of the Moonshots Podcast, hosts Mike and Mark delve into Robert Kiyosaki's iconic personal finance book Rich Dad Poor Dad. Join them as they explore the key lessons and insights from Kiyosaki's work, aiming to help entrepreneurs and individuals reshape their understanding of wealth and success. This episode contains val…

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Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill 1:00:25

3M ago1:00:25

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Dive into the profound wisdom of Napoleon Hill's "Think and Grow Rich" with hosts Mike and Mark on the Moonshots Podcast. This episode unveils the timeless strategies for success, personal growth, and the power of the subconscious mind. Join us as we explore Hill's philosophy, guided by insights from special guests Bob Proctor and Mani Vaya. Whethe…

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David Goggins: Never Finished (New book) 59:53

3M ago59:53

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In this episode of the Moonshots Podcast, hosts Mike and Mark explore the latest literary offering from the indomitable David Goggins: "Never Finished." Buy The Book on Amazon https://geni.us/neverfinished Become a Moonshot Member https://www.patreon.com/Moonshots Watch this episode on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-dOx6V_RQw8 Summary: ht…

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Seth Godin - This Is Marketing 51:34

4M ago51:34

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Join hosts Mike and Mark on the Moonshots Podcast for an insightful episode focusing on "This Is Marketing" by the influential Seth Godin. In this episode, the duo delves into the core of modern marketing practices, guided by Godin's expertise and complemented by engaging discussions with marketing experts Rick Kettner and Marie Forleo. Through car…

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Nothing But It All by Adriana Locke 35:42

4M ago35:42

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Sarah gets very stressed over the angst of this story as we break down all the ways to make a marriage fall apart (and put it back together, of course). We also gush about a super adorable Jack Russel Terrier who weasels his way into hearts everywhere.By Amy & Sarah

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