Greg Jensen: Building Bridgewater, mastering AI and the power of radical transparency
<p>Greg Jensen, Co-CIO of Bridgewater Associates, joins Nicolai Tangen to discuss the forces reshaping global finance. They explore modern mercantilism, the AI resource grab for power and chips, and why talent competition matters. Greg shares how Bridgewater systematized 50 years of knowledge into algorithms through its "Secure Garden" platform, and discusses building an artificial investor to compete with human intuition. He also reveals how radical transparency and honest feedback drive decision-making at the world's largest hedge fund. Tune in for an insightful conversation!</p><br><p>In Good Company is hosted by Nicolai Tangen, CEO of Norges Bank Investment Management...
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Discipline Expert: The Habit That Will Make Or Break Your Entire 2026! James Clear
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Mastermind: Tim Percival Shares the Media Game Plans of the World’s Best Coaches
<p>Tim Percival – the communications strategist behind England Rugby and the British & Irish Lions – joins Inside The Mind of Champions to unpack how elite leaders manage the media when the pressure is on.</p><p>From shaping the narrative in high-stakes moments to handling crises, social media storms, and those curve-ball questions that can derail a reputation, Jeremy and Tim reveal the playbook used by world-class coaches like Jürgen Klopp, Emma Hayes, Eddie Jones, and Tony Pulis. It’s a sharp, behind-the-scenes look at how top performers influence perception, protect their team, and keep control of the story, with practic...
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More Shocking Signs... The Economy Is Breaking
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How AI will Transform the Future of Trading with John Bartleman
<p >John Bartleman, the CEO of TradeStation, is here today to talk about how AI will transform the future of trading. John shares his background and the evolution of TradeStation from early backtesting software to a full-service broker, while explaining how its roots in systematic trading differentiated it from competitors. He outlines major industry shifts, along with the benefits and challenges of dark pools and institutional order flow. We also dive into how AI is transforming trading, as John describes his own use of MCP-enabled AI agents for research, portfolio analysis, trade structuring, and more. AI may radically reshape fintech...
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<p >Spencer Dennis was an elite golfer whose playing career ended with spine surgery in his teens. He became a tour-level coach, running high-performance programs for juniors, college players, and pros. Managing parents, trainers, and recruiters through texts and email was chaos, so he built CoachNow to guide athletes between sessions. </p> <p >CoachNow caught on quickly with busy coaches. Then a run of decisions—turning off revenue under "grow fast" advice, stacking convertibles and preferences, and accepting stock-for-stock deals—left Spencer with little to show for a product customers loved. This is a cautionary tale for any owner negotiating with...
Teams Built for Growth and Grit
<p >Recruiting great marketers is tough work. Sustaining performance, growth, and energy over time demands deliberate choices. Those choices shape the culture, the pace, and the results your team can sustain through whatever comes next.</p> <p >To see how this plays out across very different orgs, Drew talks with Dan Lowden (Blackbird.AI), Marni Puente (SAIC), and Amy King (Relias) about the teams they've built and the systems that keep them performing. They break down who they hire first, how they set structure and expectations, and how coaching, intelligent failure, and AI-supported workflows help people grow and stay motivated.<...
The Bull Market In Cash Is Coming...
<p >A bull market in cash is coming! Gary Zimmerman, founder and CEO of Max, explains how he discovered major inefficiencies in the cash-deposit market and built a platform that helps clients earn higher yields while staying fully FDIC-insured. We explore how broker-dealer incentives shaped the "always be invested" mindset, why RIAs take a more fiduciary approach to cash, and how most advisors dramatically underestimate how much cash clients actually hold in outside bank accounts.</p> <p >We also dive into the strategic role of cash in portfolios, the psychology and behavioral finance behind loss aversion, and why many investors...
Secret Service Agent: Never Label Someone A Narcissist! This Habit Makes People Hate Talking To You!
<p >Ex-Secret Service interrogator DESMOND O’NEILL reveals the 4-step formula for difficult conversations, how to decode narcissism, the secret to communication and real connection - AND debunks the biggest myths about interrogation!</p><p ><br>Desmond O’Neill is a former special agent for the US Secret Service with over 30 years of experience in negotiation and interrogation. He has worked for the High-Value Detainee Interrogation Group (HIG) training and conducting research on interrogation, and is a co-instructor for the online platform ‘Beyond Bulletproof’, covering influence, communication, and confidence.<br></p><p >He explains:</p><p >◼️Why you should never label someon...
Zak Brown: Rebuilding McLaren, Leading Formula 1 and the Power of Winning Culture
<p>What's behind McLaren Racing's remarkable rise to the top? Nicolai Tangen speaks with Zak Brown, CEO of McLaren Racing, about the incredible turnaround of one of F1's most historic teams. They explore how culture and transparency drive performance, why people matter more than equipment, and Zak's approach to building cohesion across 1,400 team members. Zak shares candid insights on driver dynamics, fan engagement, and the fine line between passion and emotion in decision-making. With an outstanding season, McLaren currently dominates the F1 standings. Tune in for a conversation on leadership and excellence!</p><p>In Good Company is hosted by Nico...
Pilot, Prove, Scale: How CMOs Lead Transformation
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255 Britta Müller, Brittas Hafen Podcast
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Ashes Mindsets and Motivation featuring Shane Warne, Stuart Broad, Michael Atherton and Nasser Hussain
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Breaking News! Don't Speak Like a News Anchor in English
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264 Maria Bos, CEO Plug
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B2B Storytelling That Scales (and Sells)
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Quick Wins: How CMOs Build Momentum Fast
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One Promise, One Motion: How NetApp Built Strategic Demand
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HIGHLIGHTS: John Stankey - CEO of AT&T
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This Episode Is Spicy
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Why most podcasts sound the same (and how to fix yours)
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Why you don't need a camera to grow your podcast!
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Secrets To Spending Less On The Cost Of College
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Cringe! This podcast strategist screwed up his own podcast strategy
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Love your podcast's haters: turning critics into your secret weapon
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Your podcast promotion strategy's in reverse!
<p>There’s a hard truth most podcast experts will dodge, but I don’t have the energy or patience for avoiding it - there’s a reason your podcast audience isn’t growing, and it’s not because you haven’t been hustling hard enough on LinkedIn or spamming your socials. </p><p>Look, I see it over and over; brand new podcasters with all the energy in the world, launching their show and immediately going full throttle with promotion before even figuring out whether the content’s actually any good. </p><p>In this episode of Podcasting Insights, I lay out why...
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Micro-lesson #55: Shift Perspectives to Strengthen Team Bonds
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Harmonizing Dreams: Christopher Kaufman's Symphony of Fantasy and Imagination
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Going Fractional?
<p >Plenty of CMOs reach a point where the fractional model starts to look… intriguing. A little more freedom, a little less 24/7 pressure, and a whole lot of variety.</p> <p >In this episode, Drew brings together three former full-time CMOs who now serve as full-time fractionals: Alan Gonsenhauser (Demand Revenue), Katrina Klier (Sage Strategy Group), and Marshall Poindexter (yorCMO). They get into what it really takes to succeed in the role, from setting expectations with CEOs and boards to choosing the right clients, managing time and scope, and knowing when the fractional model fits and when it is time to...
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HIGHLIGHTS: David Rubenstein
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Micro-lesson #58: Control Your Time and Energy
<p>Sales expert Andy Bounds shares two game-changing strategies to regain control of your time. Learn how energy breaks and genuine accountability boost performance, joy, and focus while reducing burnout. With practical tips for structuring your day and getting support, this episode helps you turn a draining schedule into an energising one.</p><p>Looking to take your leadership to the next level? Why not join our next cohort of the Winning Mindset for Leaders Programme featuring inspirational insights and success strategies from some of the world’s leading minds. This flexible twelve week digital coaching experience will give you th...
258 Women in Maritime Day 2025
<p>Happy International Day for Women in Maritime 2025! </p> <p>Lena is at the IMO to celebrate the International Day for Women in Maritime and attend the IMO Gender Equality Award Ceremony. </p> <p> The International Day for Women in Maritime has been celebrated globally on May 18th every year since 2019. This year, the International Maritime Organisation is conducting a Symposium on the theme An Ocean of Opportunities for Women. </p> <p >Of course, the highlight of the day will be the IMO Gender Equality Award, which this year goes to maritime entrepreneur Karin Orsel, co-founder and CEO of the MF S...
Most Replayed Moment: Anxiety Is Just A Prediction! Rewrite Old Stories and Build Emotional Safety
<p >Lisa Feldman Barrett is a Canadian-American neuroscientist renowned for her pioneering work on how the brain constructs emotion through prediction. In this Moments episode, she explains how the brain doesn’t simply react to the world but continually anticipates it, drawing on past experience to shape what we feel, perceive and fear. She reveals why anxiety is often a replay of old predictions - and how to rewire meaning and ease the learned patterns that keep us stuck. </p><p ></p><p >Listen to the full episode here:</p><p >Spotify: https://g2ul0.app.link/nCVkRtwSrYb<br>Apple: ht...
260 Captain Kate McCue
<p>Captain Kate McCue Sets a New Course</p> <p>Why did Captain Kate McCue—trailblazing mariner and the face of modern cruising—leave her high-profile role at Celebrity Cruises? And what's bringing her to the shipyards of Italy, where she's helping shape one of the most ambitious luxury yachting projects in the world?</p> <p>In this episode, we explore McCue's bold transition from mega cruise ships to the helm of Four Seasons Yacht I, the first ultra-luxury vessel from the iconic hotel brand. Slated for a 2026 debut, this yacht promises a new kind of sea travel—intimate, personalised, and cu...
Ep 523 15 x EBITDA for a Service Firm
<p>In this episode of Built to Sell Radio, John Warrillow sits down with Ujwal Arkalgud, who built the same company twice. Chapter one was a classic problem: a profitable, founder-heavy services firm with impressive EBITDA but a ceiling on valuation. Chapter two began when he turned that service into a productized offering, transformed how customers bought his work, and ultimately sold for more than 15x EBITDA — roughly three times the offer he received as a simple service provider. </p>
Inside CMO+: Marketing, Comms, and a $10B Acquisition
<p >CMO+ signals a bigger remit: marketing plus another lane the business depends on.</p> <p >Drawing from her CMO+ tenure at Altair, Amy Messano (Thomson Reuters) talks with Drew about how unifying marketing and communications and empowering employees to carry the story from the inside out helped fuel rapid growth and a multibillion-dollar acquisition. She shows how treating earned, owned, and paid as one system and tying internal comms to go-to-market kept everyone aligned on the same promise.</p> <p >In this episode: </p> <p >Centralizing marketing and communications in an engineering-led company </p> <p >Moving from a house...
Shocked by the Price? How to Cancel Your Order in English
<p>Want to know your English level? Take our free English-level quiz here to find out what your current English level is. </p> <p>Do you love All Ears English? Try our other podcasts here:</p> <p>Business English Podcast: Improve your Business English with 3 episodes per week, featuring Lindsay, Michelle, and Aubrey</p> <p>IELTS Energy Podcast: Learn IELTS from a former Examiner and achieve your Band 7 or higher, featuring Lindsay McMahon and Aubrey Carter with Jessica Beck in previous episodes</p> <p>Visit our website here or https://lnk.to/website-sn</p> <p>If you love this podcast, hi...
Mastermind: Roberto Martínez on Leading Elite Teams and the Secret to Cristiano Ronaldo’s Longevity
<p>Jeremy Snape sits down with one of football’s most respected managers and tacticians, Roberto Martínez, currently head coach of the Portuguese national team. Tune in as they unpack Roberto’s journey from his early days in Catalonia through his successful playing and coaching career in Europe, managing powerhouse teams packed with superstar talent, including Belgium’s ‘Golden Generation and Portugal’s iconic Cristiano Ronaldo.</p><p>Discover the unique challenges of building and sustaining high-performance teams, the importance of humility, and the art of empowering individuals within a collective. Whether you lead in sport or business, you’ll discover p...
256 Camilla Wadstrup Westergaard, Vessel Assurance Surveyor
<p>Are we following the times?</p> <p>Leadership and situational awareness are not part of maritime education. If we want to achieve our goals to become sustainable, then we need the right people. </p> <p>So many things have to change for us to become seriously competitive with other industries. We need to target very young children so that we can become part of their dreams. </p> <p>Listen to Camilla Westergaard, one of the young people who dares to speak up. Our conversation involves a few answers to our challenges, and maybe we can spark you to develop a f...
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Options Strategies for Modern Investors with Lawrence Kriesmer
<p >Larry Kriesmer shares how his career evolved from life insurance to options-driven wealth management, explaining that supervisory limitations at his former firm pushed him to launch his own RIA focused on option-based strategies. He and the host discuss the industry's longstanding discomfort with options, the differences among custodians, and the surge in option-centric ETFs driven by investor demand for income, downside buffers, and more predictable outcomes. Larry explains why he favors synthetic long exposure to the S&P 500, how options can create defined risk in ways traditional 60/40 portfolios cannot, and why repeated market shocks have increased interest in structures...
This podcast is now fixed. Kinda...
<p>In this episode:</p>This podcast is taking a new direction. Audience is split; creators want craft, while marketers crave strategy. A brand new show called B2B Podcasting Insights is launching for the business-minded listeners. Podcasting Insights will still be your creative haven, sans the marketing jargon. Expect shorter, punchy episodes that dive into serious ROI without the fluffy stuff. Next week, we'll chat about why consistency in podcasting might just be overrated. <br/>
How Crazy Adds Color to Your English
<p>Want to know your English level? Take our free English-level quiz here to find out what your current English level is. </p> <p>Do you love All Ears English? Try our other podcasts here:</p> <p>Business English Podcast: Improve your Business English with 3 episodes per week, featuring Lindsay, Michelle, and Aubrey</p> <p>IELTS Energy Podcast: Learn IELTS from a former Examiner and achieve your Band 7 or higher, featuring Lindsay McMahon and Aubrey Carter with Jessica Beck in previous episodes</p> <p>Visit our website here or https://lnk.to/website-sn</p> <p>If you love this podcast, hi...
Ep 521 10x Outcome Selling Tiny to Private Equity and how to make the 'Cruise vs Double Down' Decision
<p>Andrew Roberts spent two decades turning a bootstrapped family company from Brisbane into one of the most widely used text editors on the web, then faced the hardest call of his career: keep a comfortable, profitable business or push for a bigger exit with venture capital and private equity in the mix. </p>
Ep 517 The Surprising Truth of a 9-Figure Exit — and How Not to Lose $23 Million (After the Deal)
<p >If you've ever noticed those ads inside a mobile game, you have Zain Jaffer to thank. He co-founded Vungle and helped popularize rewarded video ads—the ones that revive your character or hand you in-app currency after you watch. </p> <p >In this Built to Sell Radio episode, Zain explains how he rode the smartphone wave to a $780M all-cash exit to Blackstone—and why he personally took home more than $100M. Then he gets candid about what came next. </p>
AI Expert: We Have 2 Years Before Everything Changes! We Need To Start Protesting! - Tristan Harris
<p >Ex-Google Insider and AI Expert TRISTAN HARRIS reveals how ChatGPT, China, and Elon Musk are racing to build uncontrollable AI, and warns it will blackmail humans, hack democracy, and threaten jobs…by 2027<br>Tristan Harris is a former Google design ethicist and leading voice from Netflix’s The Social Dilemma. He is also co-founder of the Center for Humane Technology, where he advises policymakers, tech leaders, and the public on the risks of AI, algorithmic manipulation, and the global race toward AGI.</p><p ><br>Please consider sharing this episode widely. Using this link to share the episode will earn...
Love Unlocked: Anil Gupta's Blueprint for Lasting Relationships
<p>Send us a text</p><p>In this heartfelt episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we sit down with Anil Gupta, affectionately known as the Love Doctor. Anil shares his inspiring journey from personal struggles to becoming a beacon of hope for individuals and couples seeking to enhance their relationships. With a wealth of experience spanning 18 countries, he offers practical tools and insights to help listeners navigate the complexities of love and connection. Anil delves into the reasons behind the high failure rates in relationships, emphasizing the importance of informed decision-making and mutual respect. He provides invaluable tips...
263 Danielle Southcott, Founder & CEO, Veer Group
<p>Are we walking the talk of clean shipping?</p> <p>In this episode you will listen to Danielle Southcott, Founder & CEO of the Veer Group, a multi-award-winning clean shipping startup.</p> <p>With the help of startup angel investors, the Veer Group is ready to build the worlds' first container vessel with no combustion at all. It's all Wind, hydrogen fuel cells, and an electric engine. </p> <p>Danielle is very passionate about this project. The biggest hurdle has been establishing credibility and cutting through the greenwashing she thinks is happening.</p> <p>What is your view of what D...
Imagination Unleashed: Michelle Walters on Hypnotherapy, AI, and Transformative Growth
<p>Send us a text</p><p>In this inspiring episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we are thrilled to welcome Michelle Walters, a passionate advocate for imagination and a skilled clinical hypnotherapist. Michelle shares her remarkable journey from a successful career in digital marketing to embracing her true calling in hypnotherapy, especially during the challenging times of the pandemic. She explains her unique approach as a voracious imagination advocate, encouraging others to harness their creativity and transform their lives through the power of the subconscious. Listeners will gain insights into the various issues Michelle addresses in her practice...
Insulin Doctor: This Is The First Sign Of Dementia! The Shocking Link Between Keto & Brain Decline!
<p >No.1 Keto Doctor DR. ANNETTE BOSWORTH reveals how to reverse insulin resistance, cut belly fat, avoid early dementia, why eating late spikes glucose, and the sardine-only reset for ketosis.<br></p><p >Dr Annette Bosworth, commonly known as Dr Boz, is an internal medicine doctor with over 2 decades of experience, who helps reverse medical problems through healthy Keto living. She educates the audience on her YouTube platform ‘Dr Boz’ and is the bestselling author of several books, including, ‘KetoCONTINUUM: Consistently Keto Diet for Life’. <br></p><p >She explains:</p><p >◼️How keto done wrong can actually damage your brain</p><p >◼...
Most Replayed Moment: No.1 Eye Doctor Reveals The Truth About Dark Circles, Diet and Blue Light!
<p >Dr Joseph Allen is an American optometrist, clinical educator, and creator of one of the most-watched eye-health channels online. </p><p >In this Most Replayed Moment, Dr Allen reveals the truth about why we get under-eye bags, dark circles, and puffiness, and some top lifestyle tips for optimal eye health. Could your diet be playing a role, and what are the best foods to eat? Is it safe to gaze at the sun? How detrimental is blue light from your screens?</p><p ></p><p >Listen to the full episode with Dr Joseph Allen on The Diary of a...
AT&T CEO: Connecting the Future, Embracing AI and Driving Cultural Change
<p>What’s driving the next big shift in telecom? Nicolai Tangen talks with John Stankey, President and CEO of AT&T, about transforming a 150-year-old company for the AI era. They discuss why fiber infrastructure is critical, how AI will drive unprecedented data demand, and the role of satellite connectivity. John shares his philosophy on cultural change, managing 130,000 employees, and why AT&T is focused on North America. With millions of customers and major fiber investments underway, AT&T is positioning itself for the next decade. Tune in for an insightful conversation!</p><p>Management. New full episodes every We...
From War to Words: Colonel Robert Wemheuer's Journey from the Battlefield to the Bookstore
<p>Send us a text</p><p>In this compelling episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we are honored to host Colonel Robert Wemheuer, a retired Marine Corps aviator and author of a two-part memoir chronicling his incredible journey from Vietnam to becoming a base commander. Colonel Wemheuer shares his life story, detailing the challenges he faced from a difficult childhood to his inspiring military career. He reflects on the lessons learned from his mentors, the significance of equality in the military, and the realities of serving in Vietnam, including a harrowing encounter that highlighted the complexities of distinguishing...
262 Shipping Podcast Ten Years Anniversary
<p>It's been ten years! </p> <p>Ten years of learning, finding new friends, and building something new and exciting! In this episode, Lena walks down memory lane and gives a little bit of behind-the-scenes content.</p> <p>It was hard to decide what to share, what my listeners are interested in hearing, and what I haven't shared previously. I dive into what I have learned, and what I might have contributed to the maritime industry by starting the first podcast focusing on shipping, ten years ago. </p> <p>And there is a little announcement as well, the Shipping Podcast ha...
Healing from Within: Magic Barclay's Journey Through Mold Toxicity and Empowerment
<p>Send us a text</p><p>In this enlightening episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we welcome Magic Barclay, an author, speaker, and Mold Toxicity master practitioner. Magic shares her incredible journey of resilience, having overcome numerous health challenges, including mold exposure, cancer, and a heart attack. With a wealth of knowledge in lymphedema, mold toxicity, and psychoneuroendoimmunology (PNEI), she dives deep into the importance of listening to our bodies and understanding the interconnectedness of our immune, nervous, and hormonal systems. Magic explains how trauma can impact our health and the significance of recognizing symptoms as vital messages...
Ep 515 Inside the Mind of an Acquirer with Valtech's Randy Woods
<p>After a 23-year journey building Non-Linear Creations into a marketing giant with more than 120 employees, Randy Woods sold it in 2017 to Valtech. Valtech is a distinguished digital agency offering marketing, digital technology, and business transformation consulting services.</p> <p>Post-sale, Woods now serves as the SVP of Strategic Growth Opportunity at Valtech, a role dedicated to identifying potential acquisitions for the business. In the latest installment of Built to Sell Radio's Inside the Mind of an Acquirer series, we sit down with Woods to discuss how to:</p> Make your company irresistible to an acquirer. Leverage a "put option" to...
HIGHLIGHTS: Zak Brown - CEO of McLaren Racing
<p>We've curated a special 10-minute version of the podcast for those in a hurry. </p><p> </p><p>Here you can listen to the full episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/no/podcast/zak-brown-rebuilding-mclaren-leading-formula-1-and/id1614211565?i=1000737353062&l=nb</p><p>What's behind McLaren Racing's remarkable rise to the top? Nicolai Tangen speaks with Zak Brown, CEO of McLaren Racing, about the incredible turnaround of one of F1's most historic teams. They explore how culture and transparency drive performance, why people matter more than equipment, and Zak's approach to building cohesion across 1,400 team members. Zak shares candid insights on drive...
This December Secret Could Be Your Best Trade of the Year
<p >This could be your best trade of the year! Join us as we share December secrets for your portfolio. We also talk about the shifting narratives around climate change, deregulation, and rising energy demand driven by AI. We also explore expectations for low energy prices through the election cycle, concerns about an AI-driven bubble, the continued K-shaped economy, and tactical investing insights such as exploiting year-end tax-loss selling, watching beaten-down sectors, monitoring insider buying, and recognizing mutual-fund distribution dips.</p> <p >We discuss...</p> Political climate influences environmental narratives, pointing out that media references to "climate crisis" suddenly dropped...
Ep 518 Growth Equity, Control, and When Rolling Equity Fails — John Ruffolo (Inside the Mind of an Acquirer)
<p >If you're considering your endgame, you're probably looking at private equity. Most PE firms use a familiar formula: buy a majority stake and ask the owner to "roll equity"—re-invest part of the proceeds—into the newco they're building. The downside: you become a minority shareholder in a business you no longer control. </p> <p >There's another path: growth equity, which lets you take chips off the table via a secondary while maintaining control. That's the business John Ruffolo is in as Founder & Managing Partner at Maverix Private Equity (he also founded OMERS Ventures).</p>
Healing Minds: Dr. Jon Connelly's Vision for Rapid Resolution Therapy
<p>Send us a text</p><p>Send us a text<br/>In this enlightening episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we welcome Dr. Jon Connelly, the innovative author and founder of Rapid Resolution Therapy (RRT). Dr. Connelly takes us through his transformative journey in the mental health field, where he recognized the limitations of traditional therapy and sought to create a more effective, compassionate approach. He shares the principles behind RRT, emphasizing how it differs from conventional talk therapies by prioritizing a collaborative and supportive environment for clients. Listeners will discover how RRT empowers individuals to clear trauma...
Unraveling Dissension: Rodney Phillips on Conflict, Communication, and Character Growth
<p>Send us a text</p><p>In this thought-provoking episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we are joined by author Rodney Phillips, who delves into the complexities of human conflict and communication through his debut novel, "Dissension: A Disagreement that Leads to Discord." Rodney shares his journey from writing his book in childhood to its recent publication, discussing the powerful themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the moral dilemmas faced by his characters. Set against the backdrop of rival drug cartels, the story follows a young woman caught in the crossfire, highlighting the importance of communication amidst chaos. Rodney...
Budgeting with Conviction
<p >If your 2026 budget is starting to feel like a no-win puzzle—flat headcount, higher growth expectations, fewer resources—this episode is for you. Craig Moore of Forrester joins Drew to reveal the budgeting mistakes too many B2B CMOs are still making—and what to do instead. </p> <p >From rethinking budget architecture to organizing around business outcomes, Craig shares the frameworks that enable CMOs to go beyond justifying their spend—and start leading the strategic conversation with CEOs, CFOs, and CROs. </p> <p >Get ready to challenge your assumptions, realign your org, and turn your budget into a true lever...
261 Elizabeth Marami, Marine Pilot Unlimited Master Mariner, Kenya Port Authority
<p>Turning the tide </p> <p>"Rejection is just another wave to ride." These words by Elizabeth Marami echo far beyond the deck of a ship—they speak to every woman daring to defy the odds.</p> <p>Listen to Liz Marami; she is a trailblazer in every sense of the word. She was the first female pilot in the Port of Mombasa, the first woman onboard many ships, and the first person of colour on the bridge of a cruise ship. She doesn't stop there; she has more ambition, wanting to make a change, and by simply being herself, she...
Defeating Imposter Syndrome – Lessons from the Battlefield, Boardroom and the Breakdown
<p>In this episode, host Jeremy Snape takes on Imposter Syndrome – that nagging self-doubt that holds back even the most successful leaders, athletes and military commanders. With insights from innovation expert Tendayi Viki, former All Blacks captain Kieran Read, and Lt. Col Langley Sharp, Jeremy unpacks how to shift from self-criticism to self-belief. You’ll discover how to turn discomfort into a catalyst for growth, accept praise with confidence, and leverage the strengths of your team under pressure. </p><p> </p><p>Packed with real-world tactics and proven psychology, this episode will help you silence your inner critic, unlock your potenti...
Micro-lesson #56: Encouraging Openness to Change
<p>What does it take to drive change in teams and organisations? Hear from the former Chair of UK Sport, Baroness Sue Campbell, about why people resist change, emphasising the need to understand individual mindsets and depersonalise the process. It’s about shifting the conversation from “right and wrong” to focusing on the collective mission.</p><p>Looking to take your leadership to the next level? Why not join our next cohort of the Winning Mindset for Leaders Programme featuring inspirational insights and success strategies from some of the world’s leading minds. This flexible twelve week digital coaching experience will giv...
257 Maria Yiassa, Co-Founder Seaorama
<p>Maritime as a gaming concept</p> <p>Maria Yiassa is the Co-Founder of SeaOrama, a strategic game where you can experience the challenges of running a successful shipping company. This is the way to raise the profile of the maritime industry! Get the gamers and their parents interested, and there is a way to influence young people to choose a career within the maritime sector. Brilliant! </p> <p>Listen to Maria and hear the story of a startup in the new digital age. Remember to support this initiative! It's one of a kind, and remember where you heard about i...
Ep 520 How Chris Hutchins convinced Google to buy Milk—and Wealthfront to acquire Grove—despite not generating much revenue (and no EBITDA)
<p >A strategic acquirer is a company buying to advance its own roadmap, distribution, or capabilities—unlike financial buyers (private equity, family offices) who buy primarily for cash flow. To a strategic, value may sit in what you've built, not what you've earned. </p> <p >Chris Hutchins' story makes the point. He co-founded Milk, acquired by Google, and later founded Grove, acquired by Wealthfront. Both saw assets they could plug in—product, team, IP—even when revenue and EBITDA weren't impressive. </p> <p >If you want a strategic acquirer to pay for what you've built rather than how much money you make...
Most Replayed Moment: What Women Really Want In A Man! Don’t Do This On A First Date!
<p >Orion Taraban is a clinical psychologist with a doctorate in psychology, specialising in men's mental health and the dynamics of attraction and relationships. With years of experience in private practice, he provides valuable insights into the psychology behind modern dating and the real factors that drive long-term connection.</p><p ></p><p >In today’s Moment, Orion reveals the truth behind attraction and dating success, from the common mistakes men make on first dates to the real factors that spark long-term connection.</p><p ></p><p ></p><p >Listen to the full episode with Orion Taraban on The Diary of...
The Stock Market Is Broken… K Shaped Economy
<p >The stock market is broken! Today we talk about a broad range of economic, market, and behavioral topics, beginning with the cognitive bias of sunk costs and how it affects personal decisions, investing, and business choices, emphasizing the importance of recognizing losses and cutting them early. We also explore recent market signals, including distress in the credit and auto-loan markets, and the K-shaped economy. We also critique media and policy narratives, pointing to propaganda around climate change and the pivot to nuclear energy. It's important to be aware and prudent in your observations in uncertain times. We also remark...
Passive Income Expert: How To Make 10k Per Month In 90 Days!
<p >Serial entrepreneur CHRIS KOERNER reveals how he built 80+ businesses from scratch, turned side hustles into millions, and why ONLY $500 is all you need. </p><p ></p><p >Chris Koerner is a self-made entrepreneur and content creator, known as the “King Of Side Hustles”. With over 1 million followers, he now teaches people how to build and scale a business and he is host of the ‘The Koerner Office Podcast’.</p><p ></p><p >He explains: </p><p >◼️The brutal truth about passive income (and what to build instead)</p><p >◼️How to turn $1,000 into $10,000 fast, with a step-by-step formula</p><p >◼️The #1 habit...
Breaking Barriers: Gladys DeClouet's Trailblazing Journey in Corporate America
<p>Send us a text</p><p>In this empowering episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we are honored to host Gladys DeClouet, a trailblazing author and business leader with a remarkable legacy in the corporate world. Gladys shares her inspiring journey from the desegregated South to becoming the first black female engineer in offshore oil and gas exploration, as well as her executive roles at major companies such as British Petroleum, Burger King, and Jack in the Box. She opens up about the challenges of navigating a male-dominated industry, the importance of resilience, and her commitment to inclusive...
Ep 516 How Joyride Fetched 7x Revenue for a Business Selling Abandoned Cars (Exit Story)
<p >Most cities have a problem: what to do with cars that get towed and never picked up. They pile up in impound lots—taking up space and tying up cash. Stan Markuze helped solve that problem by co-founding Joyride Auto, an online auction platform where repair shops, scrap dealers, and car enthusiasts can buy those abandoned vehicles directly from the lot. </p> <p >In this episode, Stan shares how he and his co-founders built a cash-flow-positive business that turned a clunky, paper-based process into a digital marketplace—and sold it to a private-equity firm for seven times revenue in just...
Isn’t English Supposed to Make Sense?!
<p>Want to know your English level? Take our free English-level quiz here to find out what your current English level is. </p> <p>Do you love All Ears English? Try our other podcasts here:</p> <p>Business English Podcast: Improve your Business English with 3 episodes per week, featuring Lindsay, Michelle, and Aubrey</p> <p>IELTS Energy Podcast: Learn IELTS from a former Examiner and achieve your Band 7 or higher, featuring Lindsay McMahon and Aubrey Carter with Jessica Beck in previous episodes</p> <p>Visit our website here or https://lnk.to/website-sn</p> <p>If you love this podcast, hi...
Mastermind: Leading Precision Teams with Commander Justin ‘Astro’ Elliott of the USAF Thunderbirds
<p>In this episode, Lt. Col. Justin “Astro” Elliott, ex-Thunderbirds commander and central figure in the recent Netflix documentary, shares what it takes to lead when the stakes are sky-high. From flying F16 fighter jets just inches apart at over 600 mph to developing resilient, high-trust teams, Justin breaks down the core principles that drive elite performance: purpose, accountability, and the refusal to settle for “good enough.”</p><p>He shares with Jeremy how top performers combat complacency, take intelligent risks, and maintain excellence under pressure. We also hear about the concept of ‘blind trust’ which allows each crew member to commit 100...
Your English Is Nothing to Sneeze At
<p>Want to know your English level? Take our free English-level quiz here to find out what your current English level is. </p> <p>Do you love All Ears English? Try our other podcasts here:</p> <p>Business English Podcast: Improve your Business English with 3 episodes per week, featuring Lindsay, Michelle, and Aubrey</p> <p>IELTS Energy Podcast: Learn IELTS from a former Examiner and achieve your Band 7 or higher, featuring Lindsay McMahon and Aubrey Carter with Jessica Beck in previous episodes</p> <p>Visit our website here or https://lnk.to/website-sn</p> <p>If you love this podcast, hi...
Breaking News… HUGE Opportunities in Latin America, Silver and Biotechnology
<p >There are financial opportunities in Latin America, silver and more and today we are going to share them with you! We also talk holiday shopping trends and the struggles of retailers in our current economy. We also dive into "confuse-opoly" industries like furniture, mattresses, and healthcare where pricing is intentionally opaque, share personal experiences with overpriced goods, and discuss how margins, supply, and consumer behavior shape retail dynamics. Today we discuss... </p> Buying a new house and becoming newly attentive to pricing, noting how Black Friday sales have expanded so much that they no longer feel special. How holiday t...
Don't Diary of a CEO! Instead, Sugarhill Gang your podcast!
<p>Rapper's Delight might be the anthem we often think of when it comes to hip hop's origins, but let me hit you with a plot twist – it wasn’t the first. That honor actually goes to a gospel group called the Jubilees, who dropped a rap-like hit back in 1946! Wild, right? This kick-off leads us into a deep dive about the real essence of being ‘first’ in the podcasting world. It’s not just about who got there first; it’s about who can break through the noise and grab attention. We’ve all seen the podcasters vying to become the nex...
You’ll Be Crazy About This Vocabulary
<p>Want to know your English level? Take our free English-level quiz here to find out what your current English level is. </p> <p>Do you love All Ears English? Try our other podcasts here:</p> <p>Business English Podcast: Improve your Business English with 3 episodes per week, featuring Lindsay, Michelle, and Aubrey</p> <p>IELTS Energy Podcast: Learn IELTS from a former Examiner and achieve your Band 7 or higher, featuring Lindsay McMahon and Aubrey Carter with Jessica Beck in previous episodes</p> <p>Visit our website here or https://lnk.to/website-sn</p> <p>If you love this podcast, hi...
HIGHLIGHTS: Greg Jensen - Co-CIO of Bridgewater Associates
<p>We've curated a special 10-minute version of the podcast for those in a hurry. </p><p> </p><p>Here you can listen to the full episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/no/podcast/greg-jensen-building-bridgewater-mastering-ai-and/id1614211565?i=1000738547238&l=nb</p><br><p>Greg Jensen, Co-CIO of Bridgewater Associates, joins Nicolai Tangen to discuss the forces reshaping global finance. They explore modern mercantilism, the AI resource grab for power and chips, and why talent competition matters. Greg shares how Bridgewater systematized 50 years of knowledge into algorithms through its "Secure Garden" platform, and discusses building an artificial investor to compete with human intuition. He also...
Courageous B2B Marketing
<p >By the time you implement "best practices," they've become boring practices, and B2B sure doesn't mean boring to business.</p> <p >In this episode, Drew talks with Udi Ledergor (Gong), author of Courageous Marketing, the book that challenges B2B marketers to stop playing it safe. Together, they explore what it means to lead with creativity, confidence, and courage. Udi also shares how Gong earned attention by building an audience that wanted to engage, not just be targeted. With every executive, from the CEO to the CFO, invested in the story, marketing became a company-wide advantage instead of...
Enchanted Darkness: Bria Rose's Journey Through Dark Romance and Fairy Tales
<p>Send us a text</p><p>In this enchanting episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we welcome the talented author Bria Rose, known for her captivating dark romance fairytale retellings. Bria shares her journey from a high school writer to a self-published author, detailing her debut novel, "Her Dark Promise," a unique twist on the classic Beauty and the Beast story where Belle takes on the role of the beast. She discusses her creative process, the challenges of indie publishing, and how her experiences working at Disney have influenced her storytelling. Bria also opens up about her love...
The Man Who Wrote The Book On AI: 2030 Might Be The Point Of No Return! We've Been Lied To About AI!
<p >AI Expert STUART RUSSELL, exposes the trillion-dollar AI race, why governments won’t regulate, how AGI could replace humans by 2030, and why only a nuclear-level AI catastrophe will wake us up</p><p ></p><p >Professor Stuart Russell O.B.E. is a world-renowned AI expert and Computer Science Professor at UC Berkeley. He holds the Smith-Zadeh Chair in Engineering and directs the Center for Human-Compatible AI, and is also the bestselling author of the book “Human Compatible: AI and the Problem of Control". <br></p><p >He explains: </p><p >◼️What the “gorilla problem” reveals about our future under superint...
Navigating the Skies of Truth: MD Selig's Journey from Marine Pilot to Storyteller
<p>Send us a text</p><p><br/>In this thought-provoking episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we sit down with MD Selig, a decorated Marine jet attack pilot, author, and cinematic storyteller. MD shares his extraordinary journey from a small town in Arkansas to the skies over the Persian Gulf, where he flew combat missions during the first Gulf War. With a background in history and a passion for storytelling, he delves into the world of UFOs, discussing his belief in advanced alien technologies and the existence of a 'Cabal' manipulating humanity. Listeners will be captivated by his...
Micro-lesson #54: Sustaining Success with 4x Rugby World Cup winner Anna Richards
<p>In this week’s micro-lesson, we turn the spotlight on the Women’s Rugby World Cup, which has kicked off in England to record crowds and global buzz. More than just a tournament, it’s a powerful driver of cultural change, raising the profile and visibility of women’s sport worldwide.</p><p>New Zealand legend Anna Richards, a four-time World Cup winner and Black Ferns icon, reveals the mindset and habits that sustained her remarkable two-decade career – blending natural talent, relentless work ethic, and adaptability at the highest level.</p><p><br></p><p>Whether you’re chasing excellence o...
