Best Kevin Robbins Podcasts (2025)

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The Privilege of Bad Experiences with NASA astronaut Jonny Kim 26:10

2d ago26:10

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This was the most epic Zoom call we’ve ever been a part of — an incredible conversation with NASA astronaut Jonny Kim, live from the International Space Station, with sunrise on Earth as a stunningly causal site behind him as they barreled at 17,000 mph in orbit. Thanks to the amazing team at Johnson Space Center, Jonny was able to join us to share…

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The Business Case for Good Manners with etiquette coach William Hanson 54:44

27d ago54:44

54:44

Good manners aren’t just about being polite — they’re about making other people feel seen. William Hanson is one of the world’s leading etiquette coaches. He’s advised royalty, CEOs, and television personalities on how to communicate with clarity, confidence, and grace. But his mission goes far beyond fine dining or proper handshakes. In today’s fa…

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Ep. 525 Jay "Jeezy" Jenkins, Entertainer, Entrepreneur, Philanthropist, & NY Times Bestselling Author 1:23:19

1M ago1:23:19

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In this engaging conversation, Jay Jeezy shares his journey of personal growth, emphasizing the importance of stepping into one's truth and living with intention. He reflects on his early life experiences, the challenges he faced, and how he transformed a scarcity mindset into one of abundance. Through music, he found a means of self-discovery and …

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Live Like You Have 2 Years Left with dancer and cancer survivor Angela Trimbur 53:41

1M ago53:41

53:41

You have two years left to live. What would you do? That's a real question Angela Trimbur had to answer. In 2018, a breast cancer diagnosis forced her to get honest with herself. If Angela had only 2 years to live, what kind of life did she truly wish to live? Angela chose to start over. She sold everything she owned, moved to New York City, and be…

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The Quiet Power of the Empathetic Leader with Navy SEAL turned rowing coach Gordon Schmidt 1:10:02

1M ago1:10:02

1:10:02

When morale problems affect a team, some leaders choose to make a big, rousing speech. But quite often, it’s the quiet leader who leads with empathy that sees a better emotional solution. Gordon Schmidt is a retired Navy SEAL with enough combat experience to understand that empathy is an operational advantage, not a weakness. After 20 years of mili…

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Ep. 524 Mel Robbins, Host of The Mel Robbins Podcast & New York Times Best Selling Author 51:02

2M ago51:02

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Mel Robbins is the creator and host of the award-winning The Mel Robbins Podcast, one of the most successful podcasts in the world, and a #1 New York Times bestselling author. She has amassed 28 million followers online and is one of the most respected experts in mindset, life improvement, and behavior change. The Wall Street Journal calls her a “b…

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Your Unhappy Brain Needs Some Assistance with happiness expert Mo Gawdat 1:32:39

2M ago1:32:39

1:32:39

Happiness is a choice. But it’s not always an easy choice to make. Mo Gawdat had to face an impossible choice. Before he was a bestselling author and podcast host, Mo worked a lucrative career as Chief Business Officer at Google X. He reached the heights of business influence and amassed a fortune by 29. And yet, he was miserable. It was only after…

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Ep. 523 Gary Vaynerchuk, CEO of VaynerMedia & VeeFriends 27:35

2M ago27:35

27:35

Gary Vaynerchuk is the Chairman of VaynerX, CEO of VaynerMedia, CEO of VeeFriends, and a 6x New York Times bestselling author. Outside of his businesses, “GaryVee” has spent the last decade pioneering the practice of building a personal brand online through his original content. — Get sent fresh leadership interviews, articles, stories, and events …

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We All Get Cancelled One Day with Somebody Feed Phil’s Phil Rosenthal 1:08:17

2M ago1:08:17

1:08:17

🚨 Chomp Alert! 🚨 We saw your comments — loud and crunchy. Turns out not everyone wants front-row seats to mouth sounds. Who knew? Skip to 29:29 to dodge most of the chewing. We promise, after that it’s just a few graceful nibbles of Basque cheesecake. 🧀🍰😅 _____________________________________ We turned the studio into a restaurant for the day—becau…

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Ep. 522 Daymond John, CEO of FUBU, TV Personality on ABC Shark Tank 16:26

2M ago16:26

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From humble beginnings to a self-made multimillionaire with over $6 billion to date in global product sales and a starring role on ABC’s newest business reality TV show, Shark Tank, Daymond John is the personification of the American Dream. He continues to set standards of excellence while expanding his interests in fashion, branding, marketing, co…

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The Extraordinary Magic of Ordinary People with author Brad Meltzer 52:40

2M ago52:40

52:40

Magic moments do happen in real life. If you ask Brad Meltzer, magic happens when ordinary people choose to do the extraordinary. Brad is a prolific writer and bestselling author. He’s published over 70 books in nearly every genre you can think of—thriller novels, biographies, children’s books, film and television. He’s written comic books for icon…

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Ep. 521 Dr. Eric Edwards, CEO and Chairman of Phlow 33:58

2M ago33:58

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Dr. Eric Edwards is the CEO & Chairman of Phlow, a B Corporation that helps brilliant minds bring medicines to life through advanced development and manufacturing in America. — Get sent fresh leadership interviews, articles, stories, and events every Friday at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://⁠⁠⁠⁠real-leaders.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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This Is... A Bit of Optimism 1:14

2M ago1:14

1:14

My career is an accident. It started when I set out to rediscover my passion and reignite a spark I’d lost — and that journey led me to the work I do now.If you know me from my books or my speaking, you know I’m fascinated by why people do what they do. What makes someone find joy and meaning in their life, or pursue something far greater than them…

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Ask Yourself "What If?" with Milk Bar Founder Christina Tosi 47:44

2M ago47:44

47:44

What if this podcast turned into a baking show? For Christina Tosi’s third visit to A Bit of Optimism, we decided to find out. So we headed to Milk Bar to make compost cookies from things in my own pantry and my favorite beer bread from scratch! Christina’s not just my best friend—she’s the founder of Milk Bar, host of Bake Squad on Netflix, a cook…

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Revisited: Love Is Not Enough with couples therapist Shawn McBride 47:49

3M ago47:49

47:49

We're taking some time off to bring you even more episodes of A Bit of Optimism that you're going to love! In the meantime, we're revisiting some of our favorite episodes, like this one with couples counselor Shawn McBride. Relationships are hard. No matter how much we like, respect, or love someone, conflict seems inevitable. But even as we fight …

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Revisited: The Secret to Happiness with Harvard professor Robert Waldinger 45:30

3M ago45:30

45:30

We're taking some time off to bring you even more episodes of A Bit of Optimism that you're going to love! In the meantime, we're revisiting some of our favorite episodes, like this one with Harvard professor Robert Waldinger. We all want to live a happy life. But what does the research say about how to achieve it? For more than 86 years, researche…

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RL+ Event | The Impact of Employee Supremacy with Andy Alsop 31:15

3M ago31:15

31:15

Subscribe to Real Leaders+ to gain access to these events when they happen live: https://real-leaders.com/subscribe Speaker: Andy Alsop, CEO of The Receptionist Session Description:Many companies prioritize structure and efficiency to scale, but true growth comes from empowering employees at every level. This session explores how employee supremacy…

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Where Is Simon Going? with journalist Cal Fussman 50:18

3M ago50:18

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Sometimes in life, we must stop and ask ourselves, “Where am I you going next?” Other times, it’s more fun to do a podcast takeover. No one has ever interviewed me quite like Cal Fussman. Cal has a gift – he pulls things out of you that you didn’t even know were there. A prolific Writer At Large for Esquire, Cal has interviewed legends like Muhamma…

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RL+ Event | Harnessing Anarchy for Innovation: A CEO Guide with Aaron Zeper 35:28

3M ago35:28

35:28

Subscribe to Real Leaders+ to gain access to these events when they happen live: https://real-leaders.com/subscribe Speaker: Top Impact Company CEO Aaron Zeper of DMD Systems Recovery, LLC Session Description: Most companies looking to scale focus on process, process, process. And while process is important, innovation is mandatory. Discover how to…

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The Cure for Nihilism with professor Suzy Welch 34:37

3M ago34:37

34:37

Sometimes in life, we choose the wrong path. When we feel like we're living a lie, it's hard to know what to do next. That’s where Suzy Welch comes in. She’s obsessed with helping people create lives worth living. A professor at NYU’s Stern School of Business, Suzy teaches a popular class called “Becoming You,” where she takes students down a bruta…

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RL+ Event | Scaling Impact: Building Sustainable Success in Consumer Goods with Keith Bearden 31:41

3M ago31:41

31:41

Subscribe to Real Leaders+ to gain access to these events when they happen live: https://real-leaders.com/subscribe Join Keith Bearden, CEO of Alter Eco Foods, for an inspiring session on how mission-driven companies can scale impact while achieving lasting business success. With a wealth of experience in consumer packaged goods, industrial ingredi…

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(PART 2) The Climb Out of Pain is Taller Than Everest with National Geographic photographer Cory Richards 39:47

3M ago39:47

39:47

*Please note: At 9:01, Simon and Cory have a discussion about suicide. What happens after we attain success and glory? Where do you go when there's nowhere left to run from yourself? In Part 2 of my conversation with Cory Richards, Cory explains why reaching the summit of Everest marked the beginning of a long, painful fall from grace. After his tu…

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RL+ Event | From Stakeholders to Shareholders: The Business Case for Employee Ownership with Darin Anderson 39:58

4M ago39:58

39:58

Subscribe to Real Leaders+ to gain access to these events when they happen live: https://real-leaders.com/subscribe Employee ownership isn’t just a trend—it’s a powerful strategy to drive growth, build alignment, and leave a lasting legacy. Darin Anderson, Chairman & CEO of Salas O’Brien, shares the company’s journey from single owner to closely he…

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(PART 1) The Climb Out of Pain is Taller Than Everest with National Geographic photographer Cory Richards 47:27

4M ago47:27

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What happens when we reach the top? There’s only one place to go. Cory Richards has scaled the world’s highest peaks and fallen to life’s lowest lows. An acclaimed mountain climber, photographer, and filmmaker, Cory has literally reached the top of the world. He climbed Mount Everest with no supplemental oxygen, became the first American to summit …

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RL+ Event | #ClothesArentTrash: Creating and Incentivizing Honorable Work, One (Used) Garment at a Time with Dan Green 45:37

4M ago45:37

45:37

Subscribe to Real Leaders+ to gain access to these events when they happen live: https://real-leaders.com/subscribe Discover how Dan Green, CEO and co-founder of Helpsy, transformed his Wall Street expertise into a mission to keep clothes out of landfills while creating meaningful, impactful jobs. Learn how Helpsy’s unique model blends second-chanc…

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Find Your Allies Fast with philanthropist Melinda French Gates 38:35

4M ago38:35

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Change happens to all of us whether we choose it or not. What’s the best way to go through transition, especially when it’s something we didn’t want? Melinda French Gates has seen her fair share of big transitions. A philanthropist, author, and champion for female empowerment, she spent decades building the Gates Foundation into one of the mighties…

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RL+ Event | The Intersection of AI, Energy, and Decarbonization with Brandon Schwertner 39:13

4M ago39:13

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Subscribe to Real Leaders+ to gain access to these events when they happen live: https://real-leaders.com/subscribe Speaker: Top Impact Company CEO Brandon Schwertner of Priority Power Session Description: Power demand is intensifying at a rate never seen before from emerging industries like AI. What is the balance in meeting this demand and underl…

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Who Are You, Really? with journalist Maria Shriver 41:41

4M ago41:41

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We often define ourselves by what we do or who we are to other people. But at our core, who we are is often something much deeper, and sometimes wildly different, from the version that the world sees -- or projects onto you. Maria Shriver was born into the legendary Kennedy and Shriver families, arriving with a script already written for her—an ide…

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The Search for Self-Love with podcaster Lewis Howes 51:15

4M ago51:15

51:15

Self-love is never as easy as we think. Is it possible to fall in love with ourselves the way we fall for other people? Lewis Howes knows that learning to like yourself, let alone love yourself, can take decades. After surviving a traumatic childhood, Lewis spent years working on himself to try and understand what it takes for human beings to achie…

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Revisited: Why Awkward Is Awesome with psychologist Ty Tashiro 31:51

5M ago31:51

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A Bit of Optimism is on hiatus this week, so we’re revisiting one of our favorite conversations! In this episode, Simon talks with psychologist Ty Tashiro about social awkwardness and why being awkward can actually be a superpower. ***** Awkwardness gets a bad rap. But being awkward is often an indicator that someone has extraordinary. Psychologist…

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Does Gender Change How We Lead? with Retired Colonel DeDe Halfhill 40:39

5M ago40:39

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Is there such a thing as female leadership? Or is gender not a factor? DeDe Halfhill would say yes and no. A retired Air Force colonel, Dede spent 20 years in the military, where she advised some of the military’s most powerful leaders during the War in Iraq. She was often the only woman in the room for weeks on end. And while DeDe found the princi…

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The Myth of the Perfect Meditator with podcaster Jay Shetty 50:25

5M ago50:25

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We turn to ancient philosophies to help us cope with the stress of modern life. But what if ancient wisdom could use some help from the modern world? Jay Shetty has made it his life’s work to make wisdom, peace, and purpose available to everyone. After living as a monk for 3 years, he left his monastic lifestyle with the hope of spreading what he l…

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When Your 'Flaw' Becomes Your Edge with Comedian Hasan Minhaj 44:43

5M ago44:43

44:43

To recognize your own talent takes time and self-awareness. But to find the courage to pursue it? That often requires a spark of inspiration from someone else. For Hasan Minhaj, that spark came from an unexpected trio—a teacher, a roommate, and Napster. A former correspondent on The Daily Show, Hasan’s natural gift of gab allowed him to build a wid…

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Humble Leaders Lead Better Teams with Retired Navy SEAL Jocko Willink 42:07

6M ago42:07

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Most people believe the only way to lead is to become the best at something. But what if great leadership means admitting you’re not the best at anything? Jocko Willink believes the secret to his greatest achievements come down to one thing – humility. A retired Navy SEAL commander, Jocko served 20 years in the U.S. military, leading one of the mos…

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A Sweet Conversation About Dying with Death Doula Alua Arthur 45:22

6M ago45:22

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Death is a word we like to avoid. We dance around the subject or use vague euphemisms to not hurt anybody. But what if being open about our deaths meant we could live happier lives? That’s where Alua Arthur comes in. Alua is one of the most prominent death doulas in the country, which means it’s her job to help people die. She offers support to her…

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The Secret Art of Micromanagement with Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky 44:06

6M ago44:06

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People aren’t born great leaders. They learn to become great leaders. For Brian Chesky, the learning never stops. As the co-founder of Airbnb, he had to transition from an impassioned entrepreneur with a brilliant idea into a CEO responsible for thousands of employees. To make the hard decisions necessary for Airbnb to survive the COVID pandemic, a…

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You Are More Like Grammy-Winner Jacob Collier Than You Think 57:33

6M ago57:33

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To create something truly original, do we build something new or break what came before? Perhaps the answer is both—simultaneously. Jacob Collier does exactly that. A brilliant songwriter and musician, he’s known for transforming his live audiences into massive three-part choirs, making music with the very people who attend his concerts. His album …

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Kids (And Employees) Know More Than You Think with Dr. Becky Kennedy 42:42

7M ago42:42

42:42

Parenting is the hardest job in the world—and it turns out, it’s also one of the best training grounds for leadership. Dr. Becky Kennedy, aka the “Millennial Parent Whisperer,” became an essential voice for caretakers by offering practical, actionable parenting advice that resonated with millions during the pandemic. As a clinical psychologist and …

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Spite Is The Greatest Motivator with Watch Duty founder John Mills 39:02

7M ago39:02

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When the wildfires struck Los Angeles, turmoil quickly consumed the city. People were desperate for clear, reliable information—unsure of evacuation routes or how to track the fires as they spread in a history-making wind storm. Then, we found Watch Duty. This intuitive app became our lifeline. The visionary behind the app is John Mills, a seasoned…

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LinkedIn Lunatics, Working on Saturday's, and How to Fire People 19:11

7M ago19:11

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Are you a LinkedIn Lunatic? On this episode, Kevin explores the underground of reddit which exposes the satirical humor of linkedin. Also, do you work on Saturday's? Perhaps you're fed up by today's hustle culture. Two takes on this. If you're still reading this perhaps you're curious about how to fire people. Kevin shares his experience in how to …

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The First Steps to Reducing Your Anxiety with author Mel Robbins 54:35

7M ago54:35

54:35

Life can feel overwhelming, especially when we're too drained to even get out of bed. So, how do we push through those days? For Mel Robbins, facing this very question turned her life around. Struggling with $800,000 in debt and at rock bottom, she became obsessed with finding practical ways to regain control. Fast-forward to today, and Mel is a be…

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Respectfully, I'm not getting paid for that. #AMA for reddit's 43:09

7M ago43:09

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What do you do when you're working overtime doing someone else's job that you're not getting paid for? You're an entrepreneur who has so many ideas but you don't know where to focus.. where do you spend your time? You've just been appointed CEO but you're not ready.. what now?

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My CEO berated me because he didn't have enough patience 25:20

7M ago25:20

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In this episode, Kevin combs Reddit for a poor examples of leadership and finds an example that will make you never want to present again! By looking at criticism as a constructive learning tool, we can grow and mature in our roles.

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Boss gave me “performance review” that has left me absolutely crushed and detached. Need advice. 26:47

7M ago26:47

26:47

In 2025 the Real Leaders Podcast shifts to focus on community questions and content tailored to our community to support real people with real work/life questions. If you're looking to become a better leader for a better world, subscribe to RL+ to get direct access to the practitioners in Real Leaders magazine online, subscribe here: https://real-l…

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The Cure for Loneliness with U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy 46:39

7M ago46:39

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Loneliness has reached epidemic proportions. Where do we go to feel like we belong? As the Surgeon General of the United States, Dr. Vivek Murthy has been a leading voice in bringing the loneliness crisis to light, stressing its devastating impact on public health. As his second term nears its end, he leaves behind a powerful reflection in his lett…

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Ep. 520 Ankur Edkie, Co-Founder & CEO of Murf AI 39:56

8M ago39:56

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Ankur Edkie is the Co-Founder & CEO of Murf AI, an early-stage funded start-up working on simplifying voice audio and making high-quality voice overs accessible to everyone, using artificial intelligence. — Read the Magazine and Join the Community for Impact: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://⁠⁠⁠⁠real-leaders.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Trevor Noah Makes My Brain Hurt 56:36

8M ago56:36

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It’s our last episode of 2024, so I decided to invite comedian Trevor Noah on…to get as serious as possible. Most Americans know Trevor as the former host of The Daily Show, a bestselling author, and a stand-up comedian. But his brand of humor isn’t just a barrel of laughs— it’s raw, witty, thought-provoking, and often makes you see the world in a …

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Ep. 519 Palash Soni, CEO of Goldcast 41:06

8M ago41:06

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Palash Soni is the CEO of Goldcast, an AI-powered B2B Video Campaign Platform that transforms marketing by putting video and events at the heart of the customer journey. — Read the Magazine and Join the Community for Impact: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://⁠⁠⁠⁠real-leaders.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Apply for the T…

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Should You Work With Your Friends? with my friend Will Guidara 49:26

8M ago49:26

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They say business and pleasure don’t mix. But what about business and friends? My dear friend Will Guidara is the perfect person to dive into this question because we're actively trying to get into business together. And, let's just say, it requires a lot of effort. In addition to being someone I love, Will is a renowned restaurateur, known for own…

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Ep. 518 Dr. Artika Tyner, CEO & Founder of Planting People Growing Justice 45:48

8M ago45:48

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Dr. Artika Tyner is the CEO & Founder of Planting People Growing Justice, an organization that is set on building strong communities by developing leaders and empowering them to discover their own leadership potential in order to make an impact in the world. — Read the Magazine and Join the Community for Impact: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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