Best Simone McMahon Podcasts (2025)

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The Systems Thinking Process Used by the Most Adaptable Product Leaders (with Sheryl Cababa, Author of Closing the Loop) 42:53

7d ago42:53

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What if instead of racing to solve problems, you paused to map the entire system first? In this episode, Hannah sits down with Sheryl Cababa—author of Closing the Loop: Systems Thinking for Designers and founder of Optimistic Design—to talk about what it really means to design for complexity. From AI adoption to organizational policy changes, Shery…

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Coming soon: Good Bad Dead Billionaire 1:58

7d ago1:58

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We’re back – but with a difference! Find out how some of the world's most famous dead billionaires made their money. Meet five billionaires who helped build the United States of America. First up: oil tycoon John D Rockefeller, the world’s first billionaire. Simon Jack and Zing Tsjeng also revisit the lives of motor magnate Henry Ford, the aviator …

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Book It! #001 - Hell in Boots: Clawing My Way Through Nine Lives (2025) by Saraya-Jade Bevis 59:23

11d ago59:23

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A new series is the final part of our Saraya/Paige trilogy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Golberg Returns To WWE! Is It Good? Is It Awful? - SIMON MILLER SHOW 48:59

13d ago48:59

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Bill Goldberg is BACK in WWE. We all knew this was coming and that he was likely facing Gunther at Saturday Night's Main Event. All this has been proved true. As ever the internet is part mad and part overjoyed and that's where we come in. Let's chat about Goldberg, Monday Night RAW, the very unfortunate injury to Liv Morgan and also answer all you…

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What Does Engineering Excellence Look Like in the Age of AI? (with Anish Dhar, Co-founder and CEO of Cortex.io) 29:12

14d ago29:12

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The “AI is coming for your job” headlines have been exhausting—especially if you're a software engineer. But as Cortex.io founder Anish Dhar explains, engineering isn’t dying; it's evolving. In this episode, Hannah sits down with Anish to unpack what engineering excellence actually means in 2025, why measuring developer productivity is still wildly…

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#260 - Lachie Abbott: "High and Fast”. 1:33:41

13d ago1:33:41

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Send us a text He gets excited, he likes to go fast, and he likes to go high, Mr Lachie Abbott shares this week. From growing up and cutting his teeth on Monster vert ramp with mentors such as Adam Luxford; to being a standout skater at the best skate jam events, Lachie goes deep on his purpose and passion on and off his skateboard. Creative and un…

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Under the Spotlight #001 - Paige vs. Emma (WWE, 20-06-2013 and 27-02-2014) 51:16

18d ago51:16

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Part 2 of the Paige/Saraya trilogy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Gunther WINS The WWE World Title As RAW Goes NUTS 18:59

20d ago18:59

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Gunther wins the WWE World Title Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By Simon Miller

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R Truth Is BACK... And Should Win The WWE TItle 14:44

20d ago14:44

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R Truth or Ron Killings is back in WWE after a CRAZY week and given all the madness, why on earth not go all the way and give us a moment we can all remember. If nothing else it'll send people crazy and we can then talk about the reaction, too. The content circle of life... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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How to Make Passion Your Differentiator in an AI-Driven World (with Norma Løvhaugen, VP Strategy at Neat) 38:39

20d ago38:39

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What does passion really look like on a product team? In this episode, Hannah sits down with Norma Løvhaugen, VP Strategy at Neat, to unpack how passion fuels team collaboration, customer empathy, and a culture of innovation. They explore the difference between building products with passion versus simply shipping features—and why that distinction …

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Silver Screen Vision: #010 - The Wrestlers: Fighting with My Family (2012)/Fighting with My Family (2019) 1:52:30

26d ago1:52:30

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Lorcan and Simon are joined by Thom Hodgkinson to help them embark on a trilogy of episodes based around Saraya Bevis-Knight, aka Paige. To begin with they discuss the 2019 film written and directed by Stephen Merchant, produced by The Rock and starring the then-up-and-comer Florence Pugh portraying Saraya when she was the up-and-coming "wannabe Di…

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Mastercard’s SVP of Global Products on How to Enter New Markets (with Simone Paul Tamussin) 24:49

28d ago24:49

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Expanding internationally is more complex than ever, with economic uncertainty, shifting regulations, and unpredictable tariffs creating constant challenges. While overseas opportunities can be tempting, businesses must navigate a landscape full of blind spots and evolving risks that demand careful planning and adaptability. Simone Tamussin, SVP of…

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#259 - AHA (Andrew H. Alcorn): “Get up. Dress up. Show up.” 1:53:23

26d ago1:53:23

1:53:23

Send us a text Andrew H. Alcorn, otherwise known as AHA, is the founder of C Four International, and the creative force behind the legendary Sydney label Censored Skateboards. Over the decades, AHA has played a key role in sponsoring and supporting skateboarders across generations. In this episode, we dive into his journey from skater to brand rep,…

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Eike Batista: Golden grifter 40:12

29d ago40:12

40:12

Mining magnate Eike Batista was once Brazil’s richest person, but corruption led to his downfall. BBC business editor Simon Jack and journalist Zing Tsjeng lift the lid on a flashy and eccentric former billionaire who started out in gold mining. Batista then oversaw huge oil, gas and logistics projects but, after his investments crashed, the author…

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Managing Stakeholder Perception: How Product Leaders Build—and Lose—Influence (with Carolyn Dolezal & Kate Leto) 35:18

1M ago35:18

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Two seasoned executive coaches, Carolyn Dolezal and Kate Leto, share candid insights on the realities of executive leadership and how to truly earn the trust and confidence of your team and stakeholders. They debunk common myths and explore how personal agendas can undermine leadership effectiveness, while offering practical advice for building inf…

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LeBron James: King of the court 48:18

1M ago48:18

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LeBron James was selling out basketball arenas while still in high school. At just 18, he said he was offered a $10 million cheque from Reebok - on the spot - if he agreed not to meet any other brands. It was a life-changing sum for a teenager living with his mum in the projects. But LeBron turned it down. He was willing to hedge his bets. He’s won…

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YOU GOOD? Are you a NARCISSIST? With Roy Molloy, Scott Spring, Steve Tierney and James McMillan (#258). 1:37:09

1M ago1:37:09

1:37:09

Send us a text I dive into the complex world of narcissism—what it really is, how it shows up in ourselves, and the impact it has on mental health and relationships. From grandiosity to fragile egos, we explore the fine line between confidence and insecurity, drawing on insights from psychology, personal experience, and phone calls with past guests…

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How Parenting Made Me a Better Product Leader (with Anuj Jhunjhunwala, Director of Product at Merge) 32:08

1M ago32:08

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Becoming a parent profoundly changes how you approach product leadership, blending personal and professional challenges in unexpected ways. Anuj Jhunjhunwala, Director of Product at Merge, shares how parenting teaches lessons in influence without authority, clear communication, and time management that directly apply to leading products. Anuj offer…

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Masayoshi Son: High-tech gambler 44:47

1M ago44:47

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Investor Masayoshi Son became notorious for making huge bets on technology companies. He once lost 96% of his fortune, but he’s still a billionaire thanks to successes like Yahoo! and Alibaba. BBC business editor Simon Jack and journalist Zing Tsjeng tell the tale of the billionaire who founded the conglomerate SoftBank and was once, very briefly, …

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Listener Favorites: Paul Millerd | The Pathless vs Default Path 1:05:17

2M ago1:05:17

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Join us for a compelling conversation with Paul Millerd, author of The Pathless Path. In this episode, Paul shares his insights on finding yourself in the wrong life and the real work of figuring out how to live. Discover his journey through experiments, travels, and lessons learned, as he pieces together a set of principles to guide him from unful…

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The AI-Enhanced Team: A New Playbook for Product Leaders (with Andrew Saxe, VP of Product at Smartling) 27:10

2M ago27:10

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As we navigate the AI revolution, we’re collectively creating a new reality that’s far from utopian, and both leaders and individual contributors are struggling to find their way through the uncertainty. Questions around workplace ethics, output quality, and long-term impacts are top of mind for many, but this presents an opportunity to learn from …

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Strive Masiyiwa: Connecting a continent 42:00

2M ago42:00

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Telecoms magnate Strive Masiyiwa escaped kidnap to become Zimbabwe’s first billionaire. BBC business editor Simon Jack and journalist Zing Tsjeng tell Masiyiwa’s story from a youth fleeing post-colonial conflict, through education in the UK, to enormous wealth delivering mobile phone and internet technology across Africa. The podcast that tells tal…

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YOU GOOD? Flow State (explained) For Skateboarding and Life (#257). 38:38

2M ago38:38

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Send us a text Ever had a session where time disappeared and everything just clicked? That’s flow — and your brain is literally wired for it. In this solo episode, I break down the neuroscience of flow, why skating triggers it like nothing else, and how it helps with mental health. I reference experts in the field; Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, Steven K…

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How to Be ‘Limitless’: The Mindset Shift That Opens Doors (with Uma Subramanian, Founder of Limitless Leaders) 32:46

2M ago32:46

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What's holding you back from reaching your next level? For many, the biggest obstacle is often a mental one, not a physical one. By shifting your perspective and zooming out, you can find pathways around the challenges that seem insurmountable. Uma Subramanian, founder of Limitless Leaders and former Microsoft leader, shares her journey of achievin…

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Ike Perlmutter: Marvel’s empire builder 46:34

2M ago46:34

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Former Marvel CEO & Chairman Isaac "Ike" Perlmutter brought Marvel back from the brink of ruin and helped launch the Marvel cinematic universe. He brought Iron Man, The Hulk and The Avengers to our screens, and arguably changed the future of cinema, with a fixation on franchises. BBC business editor Simon Jack and journalist Zing Tsjeng delve into …

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How to Use AI to Research Like a Researcher (with Cori Widen, User Research Lead at Photoroom) 23:59

2M ago23:59

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Research has often suffered from shortcuts, assumptions, and poorly conducted user interviews, long before AI entered the picture. While there are concerns about AI exacerbating these issues, today we’re exploring how AI can actually improve research practices by standardizing and democratizing good research at scale. Cori Widen, User Research Lead…

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Listener Favorites: Arianna Warsaw | Navigating The Dynamics of Identity Change 1:00:52

2M ago1:00:52

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Join us as we sit down with music industry insider, Arianna Warsaw-Fan Rauch. Discover her unique perspective on navigating identity change and get an insider's tour of the industry. From musician life to proper clapping etiquette, Arianna shares her knowledge and experiences. Don't miss this chance to gain a deeper understanding of the classical m…

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#256 - Swellbows: Just a Man and His Elbows. 1:06:28

2M ago1:06:28

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Send us a text This week, we hangout with Jorge Tichbon — aka Swellbows — to talk slams, soundtracks, digital animation, and the originality he brings to a genre of skateboarding that may lack it at times. From early days goon-bagging around the skate parks of the Gold Coast to the years he spent living in Texas USA, Jorge breaks down the injuries …

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Selena Gomez: Actress, singer, beauty mogul 47:30

2M ago47:30

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Selena Gomez is one of the youngest newly minted billionaires, thanks to her Rare Beauty brand. But you likely know her from her Disney kid days on The Wizards of Waverly Place, award-winning turn in Only Murders in the Building, or as the chart-topping singer of Lose You to Love Me. BBC business editor Simon Jack and journalist Zing Tsjeng take us…

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Listener Favorites: Manisha Thakor | Money Zen: The Secret to Finding Your Enough 58:16

2M ago58:16

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In the latest episode of The Unmistakable Creative Podcast titled 'Money Zen: The Secret to Finding Your Enough', we are joined by Manisha Thakor, a seasoned financial expert and the Founder of MoneyZen LLC. With over 25 years of experience in the financial industry, Manisha offers a fresh perspective on our relationship with money and success. Dra…

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Listener Favorites: Aaron Dignan | How to Speed up The Organizational Decision Making Process 57:11

2M ago57:11

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Aaron Dignan is using software to help scale new ways of working and expedite the decision making process of organizations. Discover the possibilities for transformation in the workplace and realize how we can use software like Murmur to revolutionize our slow and outdated systems. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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The Nuances of Product Leadership No One Talks About (with Debbie McMahon, CPO at The Financial Times) 32:32

2M ago32:32

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A seedling and a tree may share the same DNA, but their roles in the ecosystem are vastly different—just like junior and executive product leaders. As leaders climb the ranks, their focus shifts from producing features to providing structure and support that allow teams to thrive. Debbie McMahon, Chief Product Officer at the Financial Times, reflec…

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Orlando Bravo: Tech dealmaker 46:31

2M ago46:31

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Orlando Bravo failed to become a tennis pro, but became richer than any tennis player in history by pivoting to the world of finance. He’s the first billionaire from Puerto Rico and earned his fortune with private equity investments in technology. BBC business editor Simon Jack and journalist Zing Tsjeng tell the story of an investor who says that …

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#255 - Scott Spring: Building Ramps, Eco-Houses, and Self-Awareness in The Process. 1:28:29

2M ago1:28:29

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Send us a text Scott Spring has done more than just leave his mark on skateboarding — he's built ramps, parks, homes, and a deeper understanding of himself along the way. In this episode, Scott opens up about his mental health journey, including how coming to terms with his neurodiversity helped him shift his mindset and find balance. We talk about…

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Zoom's CPO on Evolving Product Strategy in a Post-Pandemic Market (with Smita Hashim) 21:51

3M ago21:51

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Zoom’s journey from a popular video conferencing tool to a household name during the COVID-19 pandemic was followed by a wave of competition. But rather than being overwhelmed, Zoom has embraced new opportunities for innovation, especially with the rise of AI. Smita Hashim, Zoom's Chief Product Officer, shares insights into the company's response t…

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Listener Favorites: Drew Plotkin | How to Use Tattoos to Rewrite Your Story and Reinvent Yourself 1:00:01

3M ago1:00:01

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Drew Plotkin, tattoo artist and filmmaker, shares his journey of self-discovery through tattoos in this episode. He recounts his adventures, from death row to Hollywood, and uses his experiences to inspire listeners with his resilience and determination to live life on his own terms. Don't miss this raw and honest account of success, failure, and f…

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Vince McMahon: Wrestling's ringmaster 48:39

3M ago48:39

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Vince McMahon made stars out of wrestlers like Hulk Hogan, John Cena and Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson. He turned professional wrestling into a $6.8 billion industry with his company World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE). Vince capitalised on cross-promotion and the spectacle of what he called "sports entertainment" to reach huge audiences before he step…

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Listener Favorites: Gautam Mukunda | What Presidential Elections Can Teach us About Leadership 1:06:48

3M ago1:06:48

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In this podcast episode, we sit down with Gautam Mukunda, a Research Fellow at the Harvard Kennedy School's Center for Public Leadership, to discuss what we can learn about leadership from presidential elections. Drawing on insights from his book 'Picking Presidents', which examines the qualities that make for successful leaders, Mukunda provides a…

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Listener Favorites: Jeremey Utley | How Having Lots of Ideas Leads to Creative Breakthroughs 57:10

3M ago57:10

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If you want to be more innovative, you need to start by changing the way you think about creativity. Good ideas aren't the result of pure wisdom, but rather the practice of innovation. Learn how to tap into surprising and valuable ideas on demand and fill the creative pipeline with breakthrough ideas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…

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Do All Roads Lead to the Feature Factory? (with Aakash Gupta, Andrea Saez, and Pawel Huryn) 42:33

3M ago42:33

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In this episode, we dive into the phenomenon of the "feature factory," where companies focus more on releasing products and features rapidly rather than prioritizing quality or user needs. John Cutler coined the term, and it perfectly captures the feeling many teams face: launching features without a clear understanding of who they’re for or how th…

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Listener Favorites: Russ Roberts | The Decisions that Define Us 1:02:18

3M ago1:02:18

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We have apps telling us who we should date, what music to listen to and which route to take to work, but no algorithm or AI can tell us who we should marry, where we should live or at what age we should have children. According to economist Russ Roberts, these decisions are borne of the necessity to solve life's wild problems. They aren't decisions…

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Markus Persson: Minecraft maker 46:13

3M ago46:13

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Minecraft is the most successful computer game ever. It's sold 300 million copies, built an active community of fans and there's now even a Minecraft movie. So how did one man - Markus Persson - create it all by himself, before selling it for billions? BBC business editor Simon Jack and journalist Zing Tsjeng find out how a high school dropout, obs…

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#254 - Zane Hedley: Ground Up. 1:09:12

3M ago1:09:12

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Send us a text This week, I sit down with Zane Hedley — co-founder of Nextdoor Sydney, the skate-inspired clothing label making serious waves in the Australian streetwear scene. From his early days skating Bar Beach Bowl to building a brand rooted in community, culture, and clean design, Zane breaks down what it really takes to turn an idea into a …

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Listener Favorites: Camille Virginia | The Power of Offline Social Connection 1:01:50

3M ago1:01:50

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Camille Virginia presents a refreshing and influential solution to the conundrum of digital connection. That is- meeting offline and in the real world. Not only does Camille explain the power of offline connection but she also provides a handbook that will help you fast track your way to building a fulfilling and thriving connection with anyone. Ho…

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Listener Favorites: Michael Bungay Stanier | How to Unlock Your Greatness By Working on Hard Things 45:10

3M ago45:10

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Welcome to an inspiring episode of Unmistakable Creative, featuring the brilliant Michael Bungay Stanier, a renowned coach and author, as we explore the path to unlocking greatness by embracing challenges. Join us as we delve into the transformative power of working on hard things and how it leads to personal and professional growth. Stanier shares…

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Listener Favorites: Madeleine Dore | Redefining What it Means to be Productive 56:38

3M ago56:38

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In this episode, Madeleine Dore discusses how we can redefine productivity by embracing the messiness of life. Dore shares her insights on dismantling comparison, aspirational routines, and unrealistic expectations, encouraging listeners to find their own way to navigate the never-ending list of things to do. Tune in to discover a new perspective o…

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How to Break Into Product Management in 2025 (with Mariana Antaya, Product Manager at Microsoft) 20:47

3M ago20:47

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In this episode, we catch up with Mariana Antaya, Product Manager at Microsoft, who first joined the show in February 2024. Since then, AI has gone mainstream, the tech job market has shifted, and her career has evolved significantly. Last time, Mariana shared practical advice for aspiring PMs, which became our most downloaded episode ever, and now…

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Listener Favorites: Tim Klein | The New Science of Navigating School, Careers and Life 1:02:34

3M ago1:02:34

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Tim Klein breaks down an evidence-based decision-making framework designed to help you make life's biggest decisions. Learn how to navigate the modern education system and ever-changing world of careers to find your purpose in life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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March Mania II #10 - Sasha Banks vs. Bianca Belair, WrestleMania 37, 10-04-2021 1:18:28

3M ago1:18:28

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Haha! You're listening to March Mania and it's not even March anymore! You are quite the fool! Much moreso than podcast hosts who can't get their s**t together with 12 months available to meet the deadline! No, not a fool in sight from our side of things. See you next March. Or will we? Yes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati…

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Listener Favorites: Mike Liguori | How to Heal a Relationship with a Parent 56:08

3M ago56:08

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We interview Mike Liguori, founder of Live Your Truth Media and author of The Road Ahead and Miles Behind. Mike shares his insights on how to heal relationships with parents, drawing on his experience reconciling with his father during a cross-country road trip. Tune in to learn more about Mike's journey and gain valuable insights on how to mend re…

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