Best Justin Kan Podcasts (2025)

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Vinay Hiremath - Vinay Hiremath (LoomAI) - The Uncertainty After Success [Explicit]Audio only 48:50

5d ago48:50

48:50

Vinay Hiremath shares his entrepreneurial journey as the co-founder of LoomAI, a video messaging platform that grew to 30 million users and was acquired by Atlassian for nearly $1 billion. Vinay chronicles his entrepreneurial journey and its many pivots and adaptations – as well as his post-acquisition period of profound questioning and self-discov…

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Vinay Hiremath (LoomAI) - The Uncertainty After Success [Explicit] 48:50

5d ago48:50

48:50

Vinay Hiremath shares his entrepreneurial journey as the co-founder of LoomAI, a video messaging platform that grew to 30 million users and was acquired by Atlassian for nearly $1 billion. Vinay chronicles his entrepreneurial journey and its many pivots and adaptations – as well as his post-acquisition period of profound questioning and self-discov…

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How Sound Resets Your Nervous System 2:05:17

5d ago2:05:17

2:05:17

In this episode of the Magic Minds podcast, we dive deep into the fascinating world of sound frequencies and their potential for healing. Joined by Dr. Jeffrey Thompson, one of the premier experts in frequency-based healing modalities, we explore how sound frequencies, from red light therapy to pulsed electromagnetic mats, have been scientifically …

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Stanley Tang (DoorDash) - Scaling the Unscalable 47:55

19d ago47:55

47:55

Stanley Tang was a junior at Stanford when he started to explore technology solutions for small businesses. Working with local shops got him thinking about food delivery, and while at first the idea didn’t seem scalable, the ingredients for DoorDash began to come together. Recounting how DoorDash’s growth spanned many ups and downs including global…

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Stanley Tang (DoorDash) - Scaling the Unscalable 47:55

19d ago47:55

47:55

Stanley Tang was a junior at Stanford when he started to explore technology solutions for small businesses. Working with local shops got him thinking about food delivery, and while at first the idea didn’t seem scalable, the ingredients for DoorDash began to come together. Recounting how DoorDash’s growth spanned many ups and downs including global…

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The Secret to Reviving a Game Giant: Frank Gibeau 1:05:39

1M ago1:05:39

1:05:39

If you’ve read one too many headlines about the so-called death of gaming, Frank Gibeau, CEO of Zynga, has a message for you: the doom and gloom is over. In this episode of Secret Stash, Justin Kan and Archie Stonehill sit down with Frank, who cut his teeth as a product marketer at EA in the '90s and later led the company through its mobile transfo…

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Bonny Simi (Jet Blue & Joby Aviation) - An Entrepreneurial Mindset—Applied to You [ETL Looks Back] 55:26

2M ago55:26

55:26

In this 2016 conversation, Bonny Simi—Olympian, airline pilot, venture capitalist, and entrepreneur—explains how success is built on curiosity, creativity, and the courage to take risks. While in her role with JetBlue, Simi shared how setting bold intentions, building transferable skills, and leveraging parallel career moves shaped her unconvention…

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Bonny Simi (Jet Blue & Joby Aviation) - An Entrepreneurial Mindset—Applied to You [ETL Looks Back] 55:26

2M ago55:26

55:26

In this 2016 conversation, Bonny Simi—Olympian, airline pilot, venture capitalist, and entrepreneur—explains how success is built on curiosity, creativity, and the courage to take risks. While in her role with JetBlue, Simi shared how setting bold intentions, building transferable skills, and leveraging parallel career moves shaped her unconvention…

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Payal Kadakia (ClassPass) - Bringing Your Whole Self to Your Venture [ETL Looks Back] 55:20

3M ago55:20

55:20

Payal Kadakia's 2022 conversation feels as relevant as ever, highlighting the enduring importance of authenticity in strong leadership. In this episode, the founder of ClassPass and the Sa Dance Company shares how integrating her full identity—as both a dancer and a business leader—was crucial to her success. Kadakia discusses the importance of lis…

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Payal Kadakia (ClassPass) - Bringing Your Whole Self to Your Venture [ETL Looks Back] 55:20

3M ago55:20

55:20

Payal Kadakia's 2022 conversation feels as relevant as ever, highlighting the enduring importance of authenticity in strong leadership. In this episode, the founder of ClassPass and the Sa Dance Company shares how integrating her full identity—as both a dancer and a business leader—was crucial to her success. Kadakia discusses the importance of lis…

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Justin Kan (Twitch) - Finding Fulfillment in Entrepreneurship [ETL Looks Back] 57:35

3M ago57:35

57:35

Justin Kan is an entrepreneur and investor best known as the co-founder of Twitch. In this conversation from 2021, Kan shares candid insights on the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of resilience, self-awareness, and personal well-being. Reflecting on his journey—from founding Twitch to reassessing his motivations—he d…

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Justin Kan (Twitch) - Finding Fulfillment in Entrepreneurship [ETL Looks Back] 57:35

3M ago57:35

57:35

Justin Kan is an entrepreneur and investor best known as the co-founder of Twitch. In this conversation from 2021, Kan shares candid insights on the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of resilience, self-awareness, and personal well-being. Reflecting on his journey—from founding Twitch to reassessing his motivations—he d…

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Astro Teller (Alphabet’s X) - Celebrating Failure Fuels Moonshots [ETL Looks Back] 54:32

3M ago54:32

54:32

In this compelling talk from 2016, Astro Teller, director of Alphabet’s moonshot factory, X, explores how embracing failure fuels groundbreaking innovation. He shares how a culture that rewards audacity and transparency can systematically drive progress, turning ambitious ideas into reality. Teller discusses the importance of pre-mortems, rewarding…

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Sarah Friar (Nextdoor) - Building Better Online Communities [ETL Looks Back] 45:48

3M ago45:48

45:48

In December 2018, Sarah Jane Friar became CEO of Nextdoor, the world’s largest private social network for neighborhoods. In her conversation with Stanford professor Tom Byers, she discussed her passion for fostering a sense of community amid the challenges of misinformation and social disconnection. Friar highlighted that Nextdoor uniquely leverage…

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Sarah Friar (Nextdoor) - Building Better Online Communities [ETL Looks Back] 45:48

3M ago45:48

45:48

In December 2018, Sarah Jane Friar became CEO of Nextdoor, the world’s largest private social network for neighborhoods. In her conversation with Stanford professor Tom Byers, she discussed her passion for fostering a sense of community amid the challenges of misinformation and social disconnection. Friar highlighted that Nextdoor uniquely leverage…

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Astro Teller (Alphabet’s X) - Celebrating Failure Fuels Moonshots [ETL Looks Back] 54:32

3M ago54:32

54:32

In this compelling talk from 2016, Astro Teller, director of Alphabet’s moonshot factory, X, explores how embracing failure fuels groundbreaking innovation. He shares how a culture that rewards audacity and transparency can systematically drive progress, turning ambitious ideas into reality. Teller discusses the importance of pre-mortems, rewarding…

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Aicha Evans (Zoox) - Driving Innovation [ETL Looks Back] 48:10

4M ago48:10

48:10

As autonomous vehicles continue to evolve, we’re revisiting our 2021 conversation with Aicha Evans, CEO of Zoox. At the time, Zoox had recently been acquired by Amazon, and Evans was leading the charge in developing fully autonomous, purpose-built robotaxis. In this discussion with Stanford adjunct lecturer and former Zoox board member Heidi Roizen…

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Aicha Evans (Zoox) - Driving Innovation [ETL Looks Back] 48:10

4M ago48:10

48:10

As autonomous vehicles continue to evolve, we’re revisiting our 2021 conversation with Aicha Evans, CEO of Zoox. At the time, Zoox had recently been acquired by Amazon, and Evans was leading the charge in developing fully autonomous, purpose-built robotaxis. In this discussion with Stanford adjunct lecturer and former Zoox board member Heidi Roizen…

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Debbie Sterling (GoldieBlox) - Disrupting the Pink Aisle [ETL Looks Back] 58:02

4M ago58:02

58:02

Much has shifted in the landscape of gender representation in STEM fields, with women making gains in recent decades. There is an increased interest among girls in pursuing STEM fields, and a growing awareness of how to support them as men continue to make up a majority of the field. Debbie Sterling, founder and CEO of GoldieBlox, exemplifies this …

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Debbie Sterling (GoldieBlox) - Disrupting the Pink Aisle [ETL Looks Back] 58:02

4M ago58:02

58:02

Much has shifted in the landscape of gender representation in STEM fields, with women making gains in recent decades. There is an increased interest among girls in pursuing STEM fields, and a growing awareness of how to support them as men continue to make up a majority of the field. Debbie Sterling, founder and CEO of GoldieBlox, exemplifies this …

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Alberto Savoia (Google) - Build the Right It [ETL Looks Back] 46:15

4M ago46:15

46:15

Revisit timeless insights from Alberto Savoia, Google’s first engineering director and the driving force behind the launch of AdWords, in this re-released 2019 ETL episode. As the creator of “pretotyping” and author of The Right It, Savoia tackles one of innovation’s greatest challenges: ensuring you’re building a product the market truly wants. Wi…

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Alberto Savoia (Google) - Build the Right It [ETL Looks Back] 46:15

4M ago46:15

46:15

Revisit timeless insights from Alberto Savoia, Google’s first engineering director and the driving force behind the launch of AdWords, in this re-released 2019 ETL episode. As the creator of “pretotyping” and author of The Right It, Savoia tackles one of innovation’s greatest challenges: ensuring you’re building a product the market truly wants. Wi…

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The Secret to Building Forever Franchises: Owen Mahoney 54:02

4M ago54:02

54:02

Gaming isn’t about blockbuster budgets or flashy graphics - it’s about fun. And somewhere along the way, we’ve forgotten that. In this episode of Secret Stash, hosts Justin Kan and Archie Stonehill sit down with former Nexon CEO Owen Mahoney to unpack what’s gone sideways in the gaming industry and how to fix it. Here’s what you’ll hear:⭐ How game …

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Josh Wolfe (Lux Capital) - Investing at the Cutting Edge [ETL Looks Back] 49:09

4M ago49:09

49:09

For the winter 2025 installment of ETL Looks Back, we asked the team at the Stanford Technology Ventures Program to recommend some of their favorite ETL episodes from the past. Our first pick comes from Ravi Belani and features Josh Wolfe, co-founder of Lux Capital, which funds scientists and entrepreneurs who pursue counter-conventional solutions …

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Josh Wolfe (Lux Capital) - Investing at the Cutting Edge [ETL Looks Back] 49:09

4M ago49:09

49:09

For the winter 2025 installment of ETL Looks Back, we asked the team at the Stanford Technology Ventures Program to recommend some of their favorite ETL episodes from the past. Our first pick comes from Ravi Belani and features Josh Wolfe, co-founder of Lux Capital, which funds scientists and entrepreneurs who pursue counter-conventional solutions …

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The Secret to Building Passionate Game Communities: Fateless 46:15

5M ago46:15

46:15

Most games would kill for a community like Plarium’s RAID: Shadow Legends - and the team behind Hellhades has a lot to do with that. What started out as a hobby YouTube channel, is now a massive community with more than 225,000 followers as well as the go-to website for RAID news, guides, and interactive tools. Recently, the Hellhades team decided …

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Returning With Real-World Wisdom [ETL Looks Back] 59:20

6M ago59:20

59:20

How do graduates of the Stanford Technology Ventures Program’s entrepreneurship fellows programs apply their skills in the real world? STVP’s Tina Seelig spoke with four alumni about how they have used their academic experiences to address some of the world's most challenging problems. In this episode: Etosha Cave, Opus 12 Jonah Greenberger, Bright…

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Returning With Real-World Wisdom [ETL Looks Back] 59:21

6M ago59:21

59:21

How do graduates of the Stanford Technology Ventures Program’s entrepreneurship fellows programs apply their skills in the real world? STVP’s Tina Seelig spoke with four alumni about how they have used their academic experiences to address some of the world's most challenging problems. In this episode:Etosha Cave, Opus 12Jonah Greenberger, Bright, …

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Clara Shih - What No One Tells You About Entrepreneurship [ETL Looks Back] 47:00

6M ago47:00

47:00

Clara Shih is the CEO of Salesforce AI and has received recognition as one of Fortune’s Most Powerful Women Entrepreneurs and TIME’s Most Influential People in AI. In this episode, she emphasizes the importance of maintaining pre-existing friendships for mental health and support during her entrepreneurial journey at Hearsay Systems, particularly w…

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Overcoming the Meaning Crisis: Wisdom from Dr. John Vervaeke 1:45:01

6M ago1:45:01

1:45:01

In this episode of the Magic Minds podcast, join us as Dr. John Vervaeke, a cognitive scientist and philosopher, unpacks the "meaning crisis" affecting modern minds. From the ancient dichotomies that shape our understanding to the power of relevance realization, Dr. Vervaeke explores how philosophy and cognitive science can illuminate our paths to …

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Clara Shih - What No One Tells You About Entrepreneurship [ETL Looks Back] 47:00

7M ago47:00

47:00

Clara Shih is the CEO of Salesforce AI and has received recognition as one of Fortune’s Most Powerful Women Entrepreneurs and TIME’s Most Influential People in AI. In this episode, she emphasizes the importance of maintaining pre-existing friendships for mental health and support during her entrepreneurial journey at Hearsay Systems, particularly w…

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Maria Barrera (Clayful) - Mental Health for Entrepreneurs [ETL Looks Back] 48:15

7M ago48:15

48:15

As an entrepreneur in education, Maria Barrera, founder of Clayful, started to apply her training as a mechanical engineer to thinking about mental health and the challenges young people were facing in schools post-pandemic. In true Stanford d.school fashion, Barrera says she went into a lot of need-finding, talking to everyone she could, finding “…

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Mental Health for Entrepreneurs [ETL Looks Back] 48:15

7M ago48:15

48:15

Maria Barrera uses her background as a mechanical engineer to focus on preventative mental health support for youth.By Stanford eCorner

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Gabriel Parisi-Amon (Nebia Shower) - A Burnout Manifesto [ETL Looks Back] 53:24

7M ago53:24

53:24

Burnout is familiar to all entrepreneurs and takes its toll. Gabriel Parisi-Amon, founder of Nebia, which was acquired by Brondell, takes on the “perfect founder” myth and asks us to reconsider the system that inevitably leads to burnout. Parisi-Amon offers practical advice on priorities and perspectives for founders at any stage. Through examples …

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Gabriel Parisi-Amon (Nebia Shower) - A Burnout Manifesto [ETL Looks Back] 53:24

7M ago53:24

53:24

Burnout is familiar to all entrepreneurs and takes its toll. Gabriel Parisi-Amon, founder of Nebia, which was acquired by Brondell, takes on the “perfect founder” myth and asks us to reconsider the system that inevitably leads to burnout. Parisi-Amon offers practical advice on priorities and perspectives for founders at any stage. Through examples …

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Andy Dunn (Bonobos) - Mental Health for Entrepreneurs [ETL Looks Back] 50:18

7M ago50:18

50:18

Andy Dunn, founder of the menswear line Bonobos, speaks frankly about his own struggles with bipolar disorder and how his mental illness didn’t define him but rather helped him innovate and become the creative founder his company needed. He challenges the field to transform the stigma attached to mental illness to better recognize the strengths of …

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Failures & Lessons with Twitch Founder and former Atrium CEO, Justin Kan 1:09:38

7M ago1:09:38

1:09:38

In this episode of the Magic Minds podcast, Justin Kan and James Beshara explore the intricacies of entrepreneurship, focusing on the importance of storytelling, understanding one's zones of genius, and the personal reflections on insecurity and success. Justin, the former co-founder and CEO of Atrium and video streaming platforms like Twitch, shar…

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Andy Dunn (Bonobos) - Mental Health for Entrepreneurs [ETL Looks Back] 50:18

7M ago50:18

50:18

Andy Dunn, founder of the menswear line Bonobos, speaks frankly about his own struggles with bipolar disorder and how his mental illness didn’t define him but rather helped him innovate and become the creative founder his company needed. He challenges the field to transform the stigma attached to mental illness to better recognize the strengths of …

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Richard Miller (Olin College) - More Innovation Through Education [ETL Looks Back] 53:46

7M ago53:46

53:46

Richard Miller was credited with reimagining undergraduate engineering education at Olin College, where he was the founding director. Miller challenged us to consider who we teach, what we teach, and how that teaching reaches students. He spoke about shifting the focus from showing up in class to learn, to learning 24/7; from learning in isolation …

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Richard Miller (Olin College) - More Innovation Through Education [ETL Looks Back] 53:47

8M ago53:47

53:47

Richard Miller was credited with reimagining undergraduate engineering education at Olin College, where he was the founding director. Miller challenged us to consider who we teach, what we teach, and how that teaching reaches students. He spoke about shifting the focus from showing up in class to learn, to learning 24/7; from learning in isolation …

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Jennifer Carolan (Reach Capital) - Seeking the Full Potential of Education [ETL Looks Back] 57:11

8M ago57:11

57:11

Jennifer Carolan is Co-Founder and Partner at Reach Capital. In 2014, while with the NewSchools Venture Fund, Carolan spoke with Steve Blank about the emergence of EdTech products – before technology was widely used in classrooms and many students had access to their own devices. Pulling from her experience as a science teacher, Carolan shared insi…

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Jennifer Carolan (Reach Capital) - Seeking the Full Potential of Education [ETL Looks Back] 57:11

8M ago57:11

57:11

Jennifer Carolan is Co-Founder and Partner at Reach Capital. In 2014, while with the NewSchools Venture Fund, Carolan spoke with Steve Blank about the emergence of EdTech products – before technology was widely used in classrooms and many students had access to their own devices. Pulling from her experience as a science teacher, Carolan shared insi…

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How to Change Your Mindset with Chase Chewning 1:46:51

8M ago1:46:51

1:46:51

In this episode of the Magic Minds podcast, Chase Chewning, a health and wellness expert turned media titan, and James Beshara discuss everything from podcasting strategies to content creation tips. In this conversation, Chase shares his transformative journey of self-discovery, mental health struggles, and the profound impact of psychedelics on hi…

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Sal Khan (Khan Academy) - Education Reimagined [ETL Looks Back] 59:40

8M ago59:40

59:40

While the Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders speaker series is on pause, we’re excited to bring you ETL Looks Back, a series of timely gems from our archives. We’re kicking off the school year with some talks on education, starting with Sal Khan, Founder and CEO of the world-renowned Khan Academy. When he visited ETL in 2014, Khan offered a blueprint …

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Announcing ETL Looks Back 1:15

8M ago1:15

1:15

The ETL series is currently taking a break, but don’t worry! We’ll keep your podcast feed flowing with a special ETL Looks Back series, highlighting some timely gems from our archives. They’ll be published right here in your regular ETL feed—there’s nothing you need to do. Be sure to stay subscribed for future announcements about the return of the …

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Sal Khan (Khan Academy) - Education Reimagined [ETL Looks Back] 59:40

8M ago59:40

59:40

While the Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders speaker series is on pause, we’re excited to bring you ETL Looks Back, a series of timely gems from our archives. We’re kicking off the school year with some talks on education, starting with Sal Khan, Founder and CEO of the world-renowned Khan Academy. When he visited ETL in 2014, Khan offered a blueprint …

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ETL Looks Back Announcement - 10 4 24, 4.22 PM 1:15

8M ago1:15

1:15

The ETL series is currently taking a break, but don’t worry! We’ll keep your podcast feed flowing with a special ETL Looks Back series, highlighting some timely gems from our archives. They’ll be published right here in your regular ETL feed—there’s nothing you need to do. Be sure to stay subscribed for future announcements about the return of the …

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An Entrepreneur & Former Navy SEAL’s Perspective on Self Growth with Bradley Hicks 1:48:16

8M ago1:48:16

1:48:16

In this episode of the Magic Minds podcast, Bradley and James discuss the benefits of napping, the role of men as protectors and providers, and the challenges (and benefits!) of being a founder and Navy SEAL. They also explore the concept of stress and how to regulate it through breathing techniques and spiritual practices. Bradley shares his exper…

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Taking Control of Your Health with Elissa Goodman 1:09:25

8M ago1:09:25

1:09:25

In this episode of the Magic Minds podcast, Elissa shares her journey of self-discovery and healing, starting from her cancer diagnosis to her personal transformation. She discusses the importance of self-love, overcoming fear, and finding inner peace. Elissa also talks about the impact of her health journey on her relationships with her daughters …

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The Common Thread Behind Successful Startups with Mike Maples 1:10:03

9M ago1:10:03

1:10:03

In this episode of the Magic Minds podcast, Mike Maples explores the concept of pattern breakers in startups and the importance of making great decisions. The discussion highlights the role of inflections, insights, and non-consensus thinking in creating successful and disruptive startups. It emphasizes the need for founders to harness inflections,…

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