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Shock Your Potential

Michael Sherlock

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How do you Shock Your Potential? This conversational interview format features high performing businesses, organizations and entrepreneurs who are focused on Shocking Potential every single day. Each month boasts a theme that will support your business and/or career objectives, will strengthen your personal development, motivate you to be an agent for change, and more. Our Host, Michael Sherlock, may not look or sound like your typical podcast host, but she is absolutely serious about busine ...
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Lead at the Top of Your Game

Karan Ferrell-Rhodes and Shockingly Different Leadership

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Are you the strongest leader you can possibly be? And if not, ever wonder what other elite leaders know and do that you aren’t, which may be stopping you from bringing your A+ game? The Lead at the Top of Your Game Podcast celebrates the ingenuity, resilience and execution excellence of firebrand leaders who are doing big things in their profession or industry by boldly dancing on the edge and playing by their own rules. Organizational psychologist & leadership tactics strategist, Karan Ferr ...
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🎙️ Executive Search in Japan Unlock the secrets of Japan’s elite hiring landscape. From C-suite strategies to cross-cultural insights, this podcast dives deep into the world of executive recruitment in one of the world’s most unique and challenging markets. Whether you're a global talent scout, a leadership candidate, or simply curious about how top-tier hiring works in Japan—this is your front-row seat. 🔎 Candid interviews, expert analysis, and the stories behind the headhunting headlines.
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Blended Workforces at Work

Karan Ferrell-Rhodes and Shockingly Different Leadership

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Pick your choice of executive research studies and you’ll find that most of the C-suite say that the gap between the employee talent they currently have and the skills that are needed is what keeps them up at night. Executives are being forced to boldly question long-held assumptions about how work should be done, who should do it, and the role of the physical office and technology solutions. That’s why Blended Workforces are one of the hottest talent strategies today. For those who don’t kn ...
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The Sweet Tea Series

Texas Public Policy Foundation

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Welcome to The Sweet Tea Series! For way too long, conservative girls of all different backgrounds, ages, and stories have been craving a space to spill the tea on policy in our country, pop culture, and girl talk! Consider this your VIP invite to the best party in the country. Grab your cutest cup, tune in to new episodes as they drop, and let’s spill the tea together with our hosts Taylor Dawson and Ariana Silva as they interview women who are shaping the future of the conservative movement!
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MLM Nation - Network Marketing's Untold Secrets

Networking Marketing Top Earners w Simon Chan

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Recruiting and team building secrets from top income earners. Hang out with network marketing leaders on MLM Nation and get the latest social media, offline recruiting, duplication and leadership strategies to grow your network marketing and direct selling business. Hosted by Simon Chan These leaders come from different backgrounds and MLM companies but they all share how they got started, aha moments, how they recovered from their toughest times, favorite books, morning routines, time manag ...
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Flourish: With Dr. Taryn Marie

Dr. Taryn Marie Stejskal

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How does facing challenges shape the people we become? Often, when we see someone’s achievements or appearance on center-stage, it’s easy for us to believe that the people who have ‘made it’ have special qualities that afforded them a seamless path to the summit of success. Yet the truth reveals something else. Flourish is a show highlighting well-known entrepreneurs, women in leadership, best-selling authors, and executives across various industries and verticals sharing their less well-kno ...
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Synopsis: Almost every weekday, our ALL-IN-ONE channel showcases discussions on Singapore youth perspectives and social issues, geopolitics through an Asian lens, health, climate change, personal finance and career. Follow our shows on your favourite audio apps Apple Podcasts, Spotify or even ST's app, which has a dedicated podcast player section. Produced by podcast editor Ernest Luis & The Straits Times, SPH Media.
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In this episode of Executive Search in Japan, we explore how the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) role in Japan is evolving from a behind-the-scenes administrative position to one of the most strategically vital functions in today’s business environment. As Japanese companies grapple with demographic headwinds, global competition, and shifting …
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🎧Japan’s private equity (PE) landscape is evolving rapidly — and so are the talent demands fueling its growth. In this episode of Executive Search in Japan, we explore how PE firms are reshaping leadership expectations, accelerating the demand for agile, cross-functional executives who can drive transformation across portfolio companies. As PE deal…
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🎙️ In this episode of Executive Search in Japan, we explore the promise and pitfalls of Artificial Intelligence in Japan’s executive search industry. While AI offers powerful tools for automating candidate discovery, reactivating dormant talent, and enabling dual-language screening, Japan’s recruitment culture adds unique complexity. From low Linke…
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🎙️Welcome back to Executive Search in Japan. In 2025, Japan is experiencing its most dramatic shift in compensation dynamics in over three decades. Wage growth is breaking records—yet real wages continue to fall, creating a paradox for both employees and employers. Amid inflation, an aging workforce, and structural labor shortages, companies are fu…
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🎙️Welcome to another episode of Executive Search in Japan. In today’s briefing, we explore one of the most sought-after profiles in Japan’s executive landscape: the bilingual Chief Financial Officer. As Japanese companies expand globally and foreign firms deepen their presence in Japan, the demand for CFOs who can operate fluently across cultures, …
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🎙️Welcome back to the Executive Search in Japan podcast. In this episode, we unpack one of the most frequently misunderstood aspects of the Japanese talent market: Why recruitment agency fees are the highest in the world—often 30% to 40% of a candidate’s first-year salary. These elevated fees aren’t simply a pricing strategy—they reflect the real c…
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🎙️Welcome back to the Executive Search in Japan podcast. In this episode, we explore how Japan’s recruitment industry is undergoing a profound transformation—driven by demographic pressure, shifting economic priorities, and emerging technologies. With traditional recruitment models struggling to keep pace, a new generation of agile firms and digita…
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🎙️Welcome to the debut episode of Executive Search in Japan. Today, we dive into why Japan’s executive search market is not only growing rapidly — but is also vital to the nation’s economic transformation. Valued at USD 1.24 billion in 2024 and projected to reach USD 2.03 billion by 2031 (CAGR 6.28%), this sector plays a critical role in addressing…
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Why does President Donald Trump seem so intent on winning the Nobel Peace Prize? Synopsis: Every third Friday of the month, The Straits Times gets its US bureau chief to analyse the hottest political and trending talking points. In this episode, President Donald Trump’s ambition to win the Nobel Peace Prize is the topic of discussion for ST's assis…
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The clock is ticking on the leases for older Housing Board flats, and an answer on what the Government plans to do about lease decay dropped earlier this week. Synopsis: Join Natasha Ann Zachariah at The Usual Place as she unpacks the latest current affairs with guests. National Development Minister Chee Hong Tat updated on the Voluntary Early Rede…
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We even invite ChatGPT to be a 'guest' in this episode with our host and two human guests. Synopsis: Every second Wednesday of the month, The Straits Times takes a hard look at Singapore's social issues of the day with guests. Preliminary findings from a recent MIT study in June in the US, concluded that people using just generative AI (Gen AI) too…
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IN THIS EPISODE... Dr. Sherry Yellin, president of The Yellin Group, is the author of several books on leadership and is driven by a passion for understanding how the brain learns and how this knowledge can transform leadership and organizational culture. She shares her journey from academia to entrepreneurship, recounting pivotal moments that shap…
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Declaring war “against everybody” including China and hoping for the right result is very worrying. Synopsis: Every second Friday of the month, The Straits Times’ senior columnist Ravi Velloor distils 40 years of experience covering the Asian continent, with expert guests. In this episode, Ravi speaks with Ambassador John Bolton, the American forei…
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Find out why some young people are taking social skills classes. Synopsis: Join Natasha Ann Zachariah at The Usual Place as she unpacks the latest current affairs with guests. Some young adults are struggling with everyday conversations and other basic forms of social interaction.Whether it’s making small talk with strangers, holding eye contact, o…
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Learn how to manage bothersome symptoms that typically emerge in the four to five years before a woman's final menstruation. Synopsis: Every first Wednesday of the month, The Straits Times helps you make sense of health matters that affect you. Perimenopause is the stage before menopause that many women here do not talk about, largely due to stigma…
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IN THIS EPISODE... Brandon Sawalich, President and CEO of Starkey, discusses his 31-year journey at the company. He shares insights into his personal and professional journey, describing how he began as an intern and went on to lead the only American-owned hearing technology manufacturer. Brandon explores his leadership philosophy of servant leader…
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When discussing climate change, mother doesn’t always know best. Synopsis: Every first and third Tuesday of the month, The Straits Times analyses the beat of the changing environment, from biodiversity conservation to climate change. For many people, climate change is scary and the science behind its causes and impacts is bewildering. And with all …
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Working a full-time job but having a side-hustle is gaining traction, but here are things to look out for before taking the plunge. Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, get a headstart in your personal finance and career with The Straits Times. Side hustles are becoming more common, with people opening weekend cafes, selling coffee …
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Social isolation is especially acute in the capital city of Seoul—and it’s not just among the elderly. Synopsis: Every first Friday of the month, The Straits Times catches up with its foreign correspondents about life and trends in the countries they're based in. South Korea correspondent Wendy Teo, who has lived in South Korea for six years, descr…
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Sweet Tea in D.C.! Ariana Guajardo is joined by Jayme Franklin, CEO of The Conservateur. The ladies sit down to talk about about empowering Gen Z conservative women, embracing faith, and redefining femininity. They dive into the story behind The Conservateur which has built a vibrant community through fashion, culture, and politics. The Sweet Tea S…
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Wegovy, the blockbuster weight-loss drug, is now available in Singapore more than two years after it was approved by the Health Sciences Authority. Synopsis: Join Natasha Ann Zachariah at The Usual Place as she unpacks the latest current affairs with guests. Wegovy's arrival here sparks a deeper conversation about who should take it, how it makes u…
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Ultimately, the outcome might depend on both sides’ threshold for pain. Synopsis: Every fourth Friday of the month, The Straits Times will now analyse the hottest political and trending talking points, alternating between its Malaysia and China bureaus. For July, host and deputy foreign editor Albert Wai connects with senior China correspondent Yew…
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If combining the words “kiss cam”, “Coldplay”, “Astronomer” and “affair” means nothing to you, you have managed to be blissfully unaware of the internet’s weekend meltdown over a very public spectacle. Synopsis: Join Natasha Ann Zachariah at The Usual Place as she unpacks the latest current affairs with guests. Here’s the TL;DR recap: A couple, who…
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In this episode, Ariana Guajardo is joined by D’rinda Randall, Vice Chairwoman of the Republican Party of Texas. They explore issues like taxpayer-funded lobbying being taken up during Special Session. The ladies also talk about the importance of civil engagement and how motherhood fits into and encourages a purpose-filled life. Follow The Sweet Te…
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IN THIS EPISODE... Kevin Knieriem, President and Chief Revenue Officer at Clari discusses his career journey, emphasizing his role in driving revenue growth and leveraging AI to enhance sales processes. Knieriem highlights the importance of trust in revenue data, noting that 67% of enterprise leaders lack confidence in their data. He stresses the e…
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We put off work because work, for some reason, puts us off. Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, get a headstart in your personal finance and career with The Straits Times. Procrastination: The frustratingly human tendency to postpone work we can and should get started on earlier. It may seem tempting to berate ourselves for being l…
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Kpods, a street term for drug-laced e-vaporisers, has been much-talked about this week. Synopsis: Join Natasha Ann Zachariah at The Usual Place as she unpacks the latest current affairs with guests. Videos of vape users taken by the public have been surfacing online – in particular, of younger people – turning into “zombies” and behaving erraticall…
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In this episode of The Sweet Tea Series, host Ariana Guajardo sits down with Britt Allen and Carly Widner from the Right on Crime team at the Texas Public Policy Foundation to discuss their new initiative, the Justice Collective. Learn how this digital expansion is making criminal justice policy accessible and engaging for everyday people, especial…
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IN THIS EPISODE... Laura Azzarella, co-founder of Applied Potential Solutions, shares her journey from media production to HR, emphasizing the importance of leveraging technology, particularly AI, to automate administrative tasks and optimize HR processes. She highlights the need for proper onboarding and communication with vendors to ensure succes…
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“LazyCabbie” drives for 10 hours daily, besides making insightful videos on his working life. Synopsis: Every 3rd Wednesday of the month, The Straits Times examines not just vehicle prices but wider transport issues and trends connected to public and private transport. Contrary to the name of his YouTube channel, Mr Eddie Jui is anything but lazy. …
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IN THIS EPISODE... Stephane Akoki, CEO of Elevate Côte d'Ivoire, shares how he overcame significant challenges in Côte d'Ivoire, including civil wars and economic instability, by pursuing education abroad and eventually founding Elevate Côte d'Ivoire. His nonprofit now operates across six African countries, providing educational and job opportuniti…
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The power of philanthropic capital lies in its catalytic nature, says CEO of Philanthropy Asia Alliance (PAA) Shaun Seow. Synopsis: Every first and third Tuesday of the month, The Straits Times analyses the beat of the changing environment, from biodiversity conservation to climate change. The world is becoming an increasingly risky place as the im…
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Kristy Brandon shares how authenticity, connection, and consistency (even when you’re inconsistent!) are key to success in network marketing. She’s not flashy, doesn’t claim to have it all figured out, and openly admits she’s gone through seasons of inconsistency—but that’s exactly why people trust her. Kristy’s secret? She shows up as herself. In …
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A conversation with Chicago-based Mayank Chhaya, the Dalai Lama’s biographer, on the highs and lows of His Holiness’ remarkable journey through life. Synopsis: The Straits Times’ senior columnist Ravi Velloor distils 40 years of experience covering the Asian continent, with expert guests. In this episode, Ravi speaks with Mayank Chhaya, writer, bro…
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Synopsis: Join Natasha Ann Zachariah at The Usual Place as she unpacks the latest current affairs with guests. Two months after its dismal showing at the 2025 General Election, Progress Singapore Party (PSP) has shaken up its leadership team. On July 5, it announced that its founder and chairman Tan Cheng Bock, and vice-chair Hazel Poa had stepped …
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Gender stereotypes and toxic masculinity may point to body image issues in men. Synopsis: Every second Wednesday of the month, The Straits Times takes a hard look at Singapore's social issues of the day with guests. Outdated stereotypes of what a man should be like continue to exist today, with a new generation of social media influencers like Andr…
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Hospitalisation and critical illness insurance are vital, but beware of being upsold or paying too much for premiums. Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, get a headstart in your personal finance and career with The Straits Times. What do young people need to know when buying their first insurance package? Insurance is an essential …
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From the use of bamboo scaffolding for construction projects to a six-decade-old public housing estate, changes are afoot. Synopsis: Every first Friday of the month, The Straits Times catches up with its foreign correspondents about life and trends in the countries they're based in. Hong Kong’s bamboo scaffolding is immortalised in many a Jackie Ch…
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How should schools, educators and students adapt accordingly? Synopsis: Join Natasha Ann Zachariah every Thursday, as she unpacks the latest current affairs with guests. In June, three students at the Nanyang Technological University received zero marks for an assignment after they were found to have used generative artificial intelligence tools, o…
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Caregiving for persons with mental health conditions is for the long-haul. Synopsis: Every first Wednesday of the month, The Straits Times helps you make sense of health matters that affect you. Caregivers Alliance Limited is an organisation that focuses on supporting caregivers of persons with mental health conditions as well as those who have dev…
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IN THIS EPISODE... Yuriy Boyechko, CEO of Hope for Ukraine, shares the inspiring journey behind founding the nonprofit and its rapid scale-up in response to the 2022 invasion of Ukraine. The organization partners with over 100 local groups to deliver food, solar energy, and vital aid. Yuriy highlights the role of impact in driving volunteer motivat…
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From black to green: A new type of carbon credit could speed up the region’s shift to renewable energy and cut air pollution Synopsis: Every first and third Tuesday of the month, The Straits Times analyses the beat of the changing environment, from biodiversity conservation to climate change. Carbon credits are increasingly regarded as a key way to…
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On international platforms, he earns praise but faces rising scepticism domestically. Synopsis: Every fourth Friday of the month, The Straits Times analyses the hottest political and trending talking points, alternating between its Malaysia and China bureaus. For our June episode, ST’s Malaysia bureau chief Shannon Teoh and host Tan Tam Mei return …
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IN THIS EPISODE... Meet Sarah Smart, the co-founder of HorizonHuman. Sarah leads initiatives in HR transformation and AI-driven talent strategies. In this conversation, she discusses how emerging technologies and evolving business needs reshape HR. Sarah emphasizes the critical role of AI literacy, user-centered design, and strategic decision-makin…
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IN THIS EPISODE... Joseph Landes, Co-founder and Chief Revenue Officer of Nerdio, shares insights into the company's mission, culture, and growth. He explains how Nerdio simplifies Microsoft Cloud technologies for businesses of all sizes, emphasizing their commitment to remote work through programs like the "Mayor Program" and the "Nerdio Break Roo…
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Hear from the home-grown composer and producer behind recent National Day Parade songs. Synopsis (headphones recommended): Each month, The Straits Times invites music acts to its podcast studio. In this special episode of Music Lab, ST’s music correspondent Eddino Abdul Hadi hosts award-winning Singaporean composer, producer, and music director Eva…
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Is the choice for women just farm or corner office? Join Ariana Guajardo on The Sweet Tea Series as she dives into the 10th annual Young Women's Leadership Summit hosted by Turning Point USA in Grapevine, Texas. Ariana reflects on the evolving role of women in the conservative movement, exploring cultural shifts, motherhood, and the balance between…
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Listen to our news commentary podcasts on the go every week. Podcasts have become part of the global media landscape these days. The audio-on-demand format allows many listeners to often do other chores or hobbies, while hearing the shows in the background over headphones or bluetooth speakers Almost every weekday, check out our discussions on Sing…
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