Best Retail Insider Canada Podcasts (2025)

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#231 Outliers: Harvey Firestone – Men and Rubber 1:24:47

9h ago1:24:47

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Most people fear a $43 million debt. Harvey Firestone called it “invigorating.” When his company faced collapse in 1920 and his executives panicked, Firestone seized control. He fired the sales manager, slashed prices 25%, and personally ran the sales department. It worked—not because he managed through fear, but through clarity. Firestone was the …

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South Koreans vote for new president after failed martial law bid 49:27

17h ago49:27

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It's election day in South Korea, where voters are choosing the country's next president after months of unprecedented political turmoil affecting the country’s economy. For South Koreans, today's vote offers an opportunity to restore stability and forge ahead. US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are expected to hold a phone …

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Trump doubles tariffs on steel imports to 50% 49:26

4d ago49:26

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American President Donald Trump has announced at a rally in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania that the US will double tariffs on steel imports from 25% to 50% to boost the local steel industry. The announcement is the latest turn in Trump's rollercoaster approach to tariffs since re-entering office in January. Meanwhile, it was the last day at the White Hou…

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Trump, tariffs, and legal troubles 49:28

5d ago49:28

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After US President Donald Trump’s tariff policy got a last minute reprieve in the federal courts, we unpick the latest twist in American trade policy. Meanwhile, we hear from an international student at Harvard University caught up in the institution's legal battle with the Whitehouse. Elsewhere, we can reveal how western countries are helping fund…

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Nvidia earnings boom to 70% despite tariffs 49:26

6d ago49:26

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Nvidia, a huge success in the tech world, reported its latest quarterly earnings. The chipmaker, vying with Apple for the position of the world's richest company, beat expectations despite export controls. Elon Musk, , the billionaire and co-founder and CEO of Tesla, has criticised one of the signature policies of President Donald Trump, marking a …

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US pauses student visas 49:26

7d ago49:26

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The US President, Donald Trump's administration, has ordered its embassies abroad to pause new applications for student and exchange visitor visas as it prepares to expand social media vetting of foreign students. We hear from former US Education Secretary Arne Duncan – who was in office during Obama’s presidency. Japanese-owned steelmaker Nippon S…

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#230 Bill Belichick: 8x Super Bowl Champion on Winning, Leadership, and Discipline 1:15:23

7d ago1:15:23

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Eight Super Bowl rings. Six with the Patriots. And a mindset that goes far deeper than football. In this rare, wide-ranging conversation, Bill Belichick breaks down the invisible factors behind sustained excellence: discipline, preparation, and the mental edge that separates contenders from champions. He shares the surprising reason he kept Tom Bra…

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Optimism over US-EU trade talks 50:57

8d ago50:57

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The United States President, Donald Trump, has agreed to drop his threat to impose 50% tariffs on European Union imports and extend a deadline to negotiate tariffs with the EU by more than a month. In Argentina, the government has announced that its easing currency reporting rules to deal with dollars kept under mattresses. The Argentine government…

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EU promises to defend itself from US tariff threat 49:29

11d ago49:29

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The European trade commissioner says the EU will defend its interests in trade talks with the United States. President Trump has threatened the bloc with fifty percent tariffs. Boeing is to avoid prosecution in a deal with the US Justice Department over a number of crashes. The deal includes the company admitting to obstructing federal aviation off…

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Trump stops Harvard from enrolling International students 26:28

12d ago26:28

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Donald Trump blocks Harvard from enrolling International students to root out anti-Americanism and antisemitism on campus. Harvard has called the move unlawful. A Business body in the United States has been giving reaction to Donald Trump's " big beautiful" bill. It contains tax cuts as well as money for defence spending and funds for his deportati…

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US and South Africa trade talks turn tense 49:31

13d ago49:31

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A trade talks meeting turned tense at the White House, when President Trump clashed with South Africa’s Cyril Ramaphosa over discredited claims of white genocide in South Africa. We hear from a key voice in the president Ramaphosa's advisory council. It's a big week for cryptocurrency - Bitcoin hit an all time high, the stablecoin legislation advan…

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#27 Exploring Pharmacy Law: Ethics, Challenges, and Innovations with Aly Háji 32:45

13d ago32:45

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Join us on the Pharmacy Edge Podcast as host Matt Hodgson engages with Aly Háji, a seasoned health regulatory lawyer and founder of RX Law. Dive deep into the world of pharmacy law as Aly discusses complex disciplinary matters, ethical challenges, and the evolving landscape of healthcare regulation. With a rich background in pharmacy and law, Aly s…

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The US's largest political donor plans to cut back 49:35

14d ago49:35

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Elon Musk, the US’s largest political donor, plans to cut back on political spending after giving more than $250m on Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign. What will that mean for his businesses like Tesla, X and SpaceX? In the EU, there are plans for a €2 fee on cheap parcels from China, hitting companies like Temu and Shein. Over in Canada, the rece…

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#229 Outliers: Andy Grove – Only The Paranoid Survive 1:23:18

14d ago1:23:18

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Most people protect their identity. Andy Grove would rewrite his, again and again. He started as a refugee, became a chemist, turned himself into an engineer, then a manager, and finally the CEO who built Intel into a global powerhouse. He didn’t cling to credentials or titles. When a challenge came up, he didn’t delegate, he learned. This episode …

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How a secretive Taiwanese company is shaping the future of the global economy 49:27

15d ago49:27

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The Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, which makes advanced microchips, is helping to shape the future of the global economy. It is at the centre of a chip rivalry raging across the world – one of the key subplots of President Trumps trade war. The UK and the EU have reached a new deal setting out post-Brexit relations on areas including f…

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Moody's downgrades US credit rating, citing rising debt 49:26

18d ago49:26

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The credit rating agency Moody’s has stripped the United States of its triple-A credit rating, warning investors about rising levels of government debt and a widening budget deficit. The agency has shifted the US rating down one notch to AA1, while changing its outlook from negative to stable. Novo Nordisk, the company that makes the weight loss dr…

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Walmart: US largest retailer set to increase prices 49:26

19d ago49:26

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Walmart is preparing to raise prices in the US as soon as this month, as its own costs increase as a result of the new tariffs on imports imposed by President Donald Trump. And we will look at President Trump saying that India offered to drop all tariffs on US goods, something India swiftly denied. Total airline revenue is expected to top 1 trillio…

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What hopes are there for a ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia? 49:27

20d ago49:27

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With the conflict in Ukraine continuing to have a huge impact on the global economy, what hopes are there for a ceasefire when Russia's president Vladimir Putin seems unwilling to participate in the peace talks in Turkey? We hear what the lifting of sanctions could mean for Syria's economy, and Rahul Tandon finds out why the challenges caused by US…

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AI and arms: Inside the Saudi-US investment deal 49:26

21d ago49:26

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Sam Fenwick looks at the world's biggest business stories with guests Kimberly Adams in the US and David Kuo in Singapore. They'll find out how AI and arms are at the heart of the flurry of deals being made between the US and Saudi Arabia. Why is car maker Nissan cutting 20,000 jobs? And how British Airways says AI is helping the airline cut delays…

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#228 Elad Gil: How to Spot a Billion-Dollar Startup Before the Rest of the World 1:38:34

21d ago1:38:34

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What if the world’s most connected tech investor handed you his mental playbook? Elad Gil, an investor behind Airbnb, Stripe, Coinbase and Anduril, flips conventional wisdom on its head and prioritizes market opportunities over founders. Elad decodes why innovation has clustered geographically throughout history, from Renaissance Florence to Silico…

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China and US agrees tariff cuts 52:57

22d ago52:57

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The retaliatory tit-for-tat rise in tariff rates between the US and China has been cancelled, following talks in Switzerland and the so-called "reciprocal" tariff rate of 34% is lowered to 10%. It's a ceasefire on what has become a global trade war as markets are rising again, and container ships can set sail across the Pacific. But economically, w…

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US and China set to hold trade talks in Geneva, Switzerland 49:26

25d ago49:26

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Join Roger Hearing ahead of this weekend's meeting in Switzerland of Chinese and American diplomats for trade talks this weekend. The stakes are high, as the outcome could reset the future of economic relations between the world’s two largest economies. Also, we hear how Chinese Auto makers, who struggle to sell vehicles in North America because of…

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How will the new Pope manage the Vatican's finances? 49:26

26d ago49:26

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Who is Pope Leo XIV? And how is he going to deal with the Vatican's finances? The US has agreed to reduce import taxes on a number of British goods - should we expect other deals on the way? The Spanish parliament is debating reducing the current workweek from 40 to 37.5 hours for over 12 million people, we hear why the Spanish business association…

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The Knowledge Project Podcast: Trailer 2:47

26d ago2:47

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Trusted by Fortune 500 CEOs and elite performers, this is where you go to think better, live better, and get ahead. Each week, Shane Parrish goes deep with the world’s sharpest minds—founders, economists, bestselling authors—to uncover the mental models, habits, and strategies behind extraordinary results. The Knowledge Project isn't just a podcast…

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Fed keeps interest rates unchanged despite Donald Trump pressure 49:26

27d ago49:26

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The Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell said America's central bank would leave its key interest rate unchanged because of tariff 'uncertainty'. We hear from Gary Schlossberg, a global strategist for Wells Fargo Investment Institute and a former researcher at US Treasury and Federal Reserve. You can contact us on WhatsApp or send us a voicenote:…

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India says it has launched strikes on Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir 49:28

28d ago49:28

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The Indian government says it has launched strikes on Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir in response to last month's deadly attack on tourists in India-administered Kashmir. Also, the presenter Rahul Tandon will look at the Chinese economy and find out what will happen with the trade negotiations. The Canadian Premier Mark Carney is in Wash…

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#227 Outliers: Rose Blumkin — Women of Berkshire Hathaway 45:58

28d ago45:58

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Rose Blumkin didn’t just build a business. She revolutionized retail. After fleeing Russia with $66 in her purse, she opened a basement furniture store in Omaha at 43 years old—with no English, no education, and no connections. Her formula? Sell cheap, tell the truth, don't cheat the customer. Nebraska Furniture Mart would survive depressions, fire…

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OpenAI says non-profit arm will retain control of firm 49:26

29d ago49:26

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OpenAI, the parent company of artificial intelligence service ChatGPT, has announced a new governance plan after a bitter power struggle over the business. US President Donald Trump has said he will hit movies made in foreign countries with 100% tariffs, as he ramps up trade disputes with nations around the world. The European Union has announced a…

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Millions of Australians head to the polls 49:26

1M ago49:26

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Voters are going to the polls in Australia to choose their next government following a hard-fought campaign during which living costs, climate concerns and the impact of Donald Trump's trade tariffs have featured strongly. Shares of Rockstar's parent company, Take-Two Interactive, tumbled by as much as 8% on Friday morning after it announced that i…

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Trump marks first 100 days in office 49:26

1M ago49:26

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On the programme we are looking at Donald Trump's first 100 days in power, during which he has talked a lot about tariffs, and there have been many changes to trade policies. Rahul Tandon looks at the key important economic events of the initial 100 days and the way they have upended global trade. Also, Mark Carney is celebrating his election victo…

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#226 Garry Tan: Billion-Dollar Misfits — Inside Y Combinator’s Startup Formula 2:23:14

1M ago2:23:14

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Most accelerators fund ideas. Y Combinator funds founders—and transforms them. With a 1% acceptance rate and alumni behind 60% of the past decade’s unicorns, YC knows what separates the founders who break through from those who burn out. It's not the flashiest résumé or the boldest pitch but something President Garry Tan says is far rarer: earnestn…

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Canadians are voting in an election dominated by the global trade war 49:28

1M ago49:28

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Canadians are voting in a general election which has been dominated by Donald Trump's trade war and threats to annex the country. The leaders of the two main parties rejected a renewed assertion by Mr Trump on election day that Canada should become the fifty-first US state. Devina Gupta hears from the BBC’s economics editor Faisal Islam, who is in …

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#225 Outliers: Henry Singleton – Distant Force 1:00:47

1M ago1:00:47

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If Warren Buffett is the king of capital allocation—Henry Singleton is the ghost. Singleton built one of the most successful conglomerates in American history, transforming business while remaining virtually unknown. While Wall Street chased fads, Singleton, who could play chess blindfolded, quietly turned industrial conglomerate Teledyne into a bu…

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#224 Bret Taylor: A Vision for AI’s Next Frontier 2:11:14

2M ago2:11:14

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What happens when one of the most legendary minds in tech delves deep into the real workings of modern AI? A 2-hour long masterclass that you don’t want to miss. Bret Taylor, current chairman of OpenAI, unpacks why AI is transforming software engineering forever, how founders can survive acquisition (he’s done it twice), and why the true bottleneck…

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#223 Pierre Poilievre: What I Want to Build (and Break) To Fix Canada 1:23:27

2M ago1:23:27

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Pierre Poilievre, leader of Canada’s Conservative Party, reveals a roadmap for restoring opportunity and unity across the country. From unleashing innovation by cutting red tape, to reigniting upward mobility and building a powerhouse economy, Poilievre’s message goes beyond borders. If you care about restoring opportunity, strengthening democracy,…

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Global markets continue to struggle after a difficult week 49:26

2M ago49:26

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The White House has insisted that President Trump’s tariffs will make the United States richer, despite the falling value of the US dollar. We hear from Tomas Philipson, a former acting chairman of President Trump's Council of Economic Advisers. Also, a global deal to tackle shipping emissions has been agreed after nearly ten years of negotiations.…

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Donald Trump recognises tariff 'transition difficulty' as US stock market falls again 49:26

2M ago49:26

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President Donald Trump admits a period of difficult transition is inevitable as his trade policies continue to cause upheaval in international markets. And after the end of the Cold War, the world economy became integrated, and globalisation began, but is that at risk now because of the tariffs, trade war and protectionism? Presenter Roger Hearing …

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China now faces 125% US tariffs in trade war 49:27

2M ago49:27

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In a dramatic change of policy, US President Donald Trump hikes China tariffs to 125% on goods entering the United States. Most other countries will now see a 90-day pause on higher import taxes. The pause means a "universal 10%" tariff will be in place for all countries, other than China, the White House said. Markets soared following the announce…

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#222 Outliers: Cornelius Vanderbilt — The First Tycoon 1:24:31

2M ago1:24:31

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Cornelius Vanderbilt was a force in 19th century America, playing a pivotal role in transitioning the U.S. economy from rural mercantilism to industrial corporate capitalism. Vanderbilt didn't just compete—he dominated; and didn’t just dominate one industry—he conquered three: ferries, steamships, and railroads. He understood that power lay in cont…

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Myriam Belzile (Maguire Shoes): Growth and Vision of Maguire Shoes 16:15

2M ago16:15

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Craig and Myriam Belzile-Maguire, Founder and Designer at Maguire Shoes, discuss the remarkable growth the Montreal-based footwear brand she founded. Known for its direct-to-consumer model, the brand offers high-quality shoes at affordable prices by cutting out traditional wholesale markups. Myriam shares how her experience as a designer inspired t…

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#221 Bruce Flatt on Value, Discipline, and Durability 1:20:54

2M ago1:20:54

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Brookfield CEO Bruce Flatt reveals the investment philosophy behind building one of the world's largest alternative asset managers with over a trillion dollars under management. At the core of Brookfield's strategy is a disciplined focus on downside protection that has delivered 19% annualized returns over 30 years. Flatt identifies three major tre…

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Myanmar Earthquake: How aid gets to where it’s needed 49:08

2M ago49:08

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Myanmar's military leader, Min Aung Hlaing, has made a rare request for international help after a powerful earthquake hit the centre of the country, flattening buildings and bridges. The US vice president, JD Vance, has accused Denmark of underinvesting in the security of Greenland and leaving it vulnerable. And Rahul Tandon will discuss how Dua L…

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Canada PM says the US is ‘no longer a reliable partner’ 49:26

2M ago49:26

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The Canadian prime minister, Mark Carney, has said the United States is no longer a reliable partner after President Donald Trump imposed 25% tariffs on car imports. Rahul Tandon speaks to businesses in both the US and Canada. China's biggest company, Tencent Holdings, has made more than a billion-dollar investment in a new spin-off company of the …

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Trump imposes 25% tariffs on car imports 49:26

2M ago49:26

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The US President Donald Trump has announced plans for long-promised tariffs on automotive imports shipped into the United States, and the tariffs will go into effect on 2nd April and will apply to finished cars and trucks that are shipped into the United States. Also, Maryland is marking one year since a cargo ship crashed into Baltimore's Francis …

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#26 Exiting Your Pharmacy Business: Strategies and Insights with Max Beairsto 11:23

2M ago11:23

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In this episode of the Pharmacy Edge Podcast, host Matt Hodgson welcomes Max Beairsto, an industry veteran and host of the EVCOR advisor podcast. Max discusses his forthcoming book, 'Exit: From Ownership to Retirement, the Ultimate Guide to Exiting Your Canadian Retail Pharmacy.' They dive into the importance of having a well-prepared exit strategy…

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#220 Outliers: James Dyson — Against the Odds 1:12:42

2M ago1:12:42

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How do you turn 5,127 failures into a multi-billion-dollar empire? James Dyson turned dust into possibility, failure into discovery, and frustration into revolution. Dyson didn’t just build a better vacuum; he redefined a whole industry. Facing thousands of failed prototypes, crushing financial setbacks, and a dismissive industry that insisted a su…

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#25 Revolutionizing Pharmacy Design: Modern Trends and Optimization with Debbie Griffith 11:37

3M ago11:37

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Join Matt Hodgson on Pharmacy Edge as he delves into the innovative world of pharmacy design and layout optimization with expert Debbie Griffith. Discover how modern trends and technological advancements are transforming pharmacy spaces, enhancing patient experiences, and optimizing workflow. Learn about the rise of consultation and clinic rooms, t…

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#219 Logan Ury: The Dating Myths You Need to Stop Believing 2:12:51

3M ago2:12:51

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Most people date the wrong way. They chase the spark, mistake attraction for compatibility, and expect their partners to read their minds. Then they wonder why relationships don’t last. Logan Ury thinks about dating differently. As the Director of Relationship Science at Hinge, she’s spent years studying what actually makes relationships work. Her …

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#218 Outliers: Estée Lauder — A Success Story 1:21:48

3M ago1:21:48

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Most people hear "Estée Lauder" and think of cosmetics—lipstick, perfume, face cream. But the real story isn’t just about makeup—it’s about a woman being an unstoppable force. Estée Lauder didn’t just build a beauty brand; she rewrote the rules of an industry. She turned rejection into fuel, defied industry gatekeepers, and transformed a homemade f…

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US ports see record levels of activities due to worries of a global trade war 49:26

3M ago49:26

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Ports in the United States are experiencing ‘record levels of activities’ due to the tariffs and businesses trying to stock up to avoid the threat of tariffs and trade war. Bitcoin makes it big in Washington as President Trump establishes an official government cryptocurrency reserve office after meeting with crypto business leaders in the White Ho…

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