Best Social Change in Berlin Podcasts (2025)

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Why Smart Money Is Moving Into Non-Food Franchises in 2025 with Jon Ostenson 21:57

3h ago21:57

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Jon Ostenson is a top 1 percent Franchise Broker, Consultant, Investor, and Author of the book 'Non-Food Franchising'. Jon is CEO of FranBridge Consulting, an Inc 5000 company. draws on his experience as a former Inc. Franchise President and Multi-Brand Franchisee in serving his clients. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Non-sexy is the new sexy. The best franc…

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Why is Germany toughening its tone on Israel now? 40:03

1d ago40:03

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When Germany's Chancellor speaks out on international law violations by Israel, it signals a shift. We explore Germany’s evolving stance on Israel, and how Staatsräson shapes the line between political criticism and accusations of antisemitism. Plus, what Merz’s backing of Ukraine’s missile program says about his global ambitions — and how he aims …

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Franchising: The Understated Path to Entrepreneurship with Alex Smereczniak 27:40

1d ago27:40

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Alex Smereczniak is a serial entrepreneur and CEO of Franzy, making franchise ownership more accessible. Built 2ULaundry & LaundroLab, selling 100 plus franchises. Passionate about helping others take big swings in business and life. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. You don’t need to start with passion to become successful-obsession, commitment, and consistenc…

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The Franchise Formula: Turning Your Business Into A Brand Empire with Scott Marr and Megan Taylor 25:52

2d ago25:52

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Scott Marr, franchising titan and Founding Principal of Franchise Altitude, has built nationally recognized brands and helps entrepreneurs scale theirs with proven strategies, industry insight, and access to growth capital. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Success isn't about doing more - it's about doing fewer things better through ruthless prioritization. 2.…

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Mastering the Digital Game of Business and Money with Ted McGrath 22:45

3d ago22:45

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Ted McGrath helps entrepreneurs master the digital game of business and money. He has a passion for sharing, speaking, and performing. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. The No.1 key in speaking and communicating is storytelling. 2. Stage is defined as the one to many model because you can close 5, 10 , 50 or 100 people at once with it. 3. The key to the close i…

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Million Dollar YouTube Ads with Jake Larsen 22:46

4d ago22:46

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Jake Larsen is the founder of Video Power Marketing, a performance video ad agency specializing in YouTube ads that turn views into sales. Their campaigns average 3X return on ad spend. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. There is always something broken in your business and your life and that is okay. Optimization is a constant process when there is something th…

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How Entrepreneurs Can Easily Protect Their Most Important Assets While Building Their Future with Kevin Donahue 25:29

5d ago25:29

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Kevin Donahue is the founder of Stealth Family a company that protects the entrepreneurs, executives and their families from becoming victims of the tsunami of cyber crime. Top 3 Value Bombs 1) Book the ticket and the rest will work itself out. 2) The first step is to get educated because the most vulnerable victim is the one who is uneducated. 3) …

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264 - SAS Great Escapes, Archie Gibson 47:03

5d ago47:03

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In this episode, I’m joined by bestselling author Damien Lewis to talk about one of the remarkable men featured in his new book SAS Great Escapes Four — Archie Gibson. Archie served with the Long Range Desert Group and worked closely with the SAS during some of their earliest and most daring operations. His wartime journey took him from the harsh d…

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Startup Core Values with Colin C. Campbell 20:50

6d ago20:50

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Colin C. Campbell is a serial entrepreneur who has co-founded over a dozen multi-million dollar companies. Number 1 Best Selling Award winning Author, speaker, and founder of Startup Club, helping entrepreneurs globally through his book Start. Scale. Exit. Repeat. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. A lot of entrepreneurs think that they have the best ideas and t…

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From Vision to Legacy, a Journey to Building a Billion-Dollar Franchise Empire with Jeff Oddo 21:52

7d ago21:52

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Jeff Oddo is the CEO and Owner of City Wide Facility Solutions, a management company in the facility maintenance industry, leading 104 franchises across the U.S. and Canada, targeting $2B in systemwide sales by EOY 2030. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Franchising is an amazing business model because it is a proven plan and a business in a box. 2. You don’t h…

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Retail Reinvented: Inside Shopify’s Game-Changing POS 10 Launch with Ray Reddy 24:02

8d ago24:02

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Ray Reddy is VP of Retail at Shopify, leading the company's retail business and championing local entrepreneurs. With a career focused on leveraging technology for commerce, he previously co-founded Ritual, a mobile commerce platform supporting local restaurants, and PushLife where he later led mobile product management for shopping and commerce. H…

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Stuck between Trump and Putin: Can Merz lead? 33:54

10d ago33:54

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How did Germany’s newly elected chancellor debut as a peacemaker in Europe after his visit to Kyiv alongside fellow European leaders? Can he lead while caught between the U.S. and Russian presidents? DW’s Chief Political Editor Michaela Küfner discusses Merz’s first steps as Germany’s new chancellor on the European stage with Andreas Rinke from Reu…

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CARE to Win: Building High-Performing People-First Culture with Alex Draper 22:41

9d ago22:41

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Alex Draper, founder of DX Learning, is a leadership expert dedicated to eradicating workplace toxicity. Through his CARE to Win playbook, he’s transformed 60,000 plus leaders, fostering psychological safety, emotional intelligence, and people-centered leadership worldwide. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. You are winning with culture if there is a lot of conv…

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Speak to the Young: Storytelling & Tools that Resonate 49:01

10d ago49:01

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Industry Insights – The EFM Podcast is presented by the European Film Market of the Berlinale. Hosted by media analyst Johanna Koljonen, it delves deep into the rapidly evolving film industry. In this episode, host Johanna Koljonen, a media analyst and experience designer, explores what it really takes to connect with young viewers. Joined by Anne …

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5 Steps To Earn $500 to $50K as a Paid Public Speaker with Dan Irvin 23:50

10d ago23:50

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Dan Irvin is a high-energy, fun-loving leader, consultant, motivator, author, and public speaker whose valuable insights and relatable stories of success and passion consistently set up entrepreneurs and employees across the nation for personal and professional growth. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Busy does not equal successful. Focus on being intentional,…

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The Devil is in the Details: How Torchys Tacos Founder Built His Empire with Mike Rypka 20:56

11d ago20:56

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Mike Rypka, CEO, owner and co-founder of Torchys Tacos, has been in and around the food business for almost 20 years. With 130 stores across 16 states, he is still focused on creating innovative food across the country. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. If you are doing something you are passionate about, you have more chances to win than when you don’t have pa…

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How to Make Money in Travel with Matthew Kepnes 23:31

12d ago23:31

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Matthew Kepnes has been traveling the world since 2006. In 2008, he launched his site NomadicMatt.com to help others travel better, cheaper, and smarter. Matt is a NYT bestselling author. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. It’s a struggle these days to gain traction in Google and you can’t rely on it anymore. 2. Most creators stick to their niche. But, you have …

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How to Sell to Sophisticated, Cautious, and Skeptical Buyers with Jeremy Miner: An EOFire Classic from 2022 33:53

13d ago33:53

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From the archive - This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. During Jeremy Miner’s 17 yr sales career he was recognized by the direct selling association as the nu…

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Take Your Retail Business to the Next Level with Laura Dalesme and Allison Beacham: An EOFire Classic from 2022 19:27

14d ago19:27

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From the archive - This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Laura Dalesme is the director of business development, and Allison Beacham is the director of marketin…

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Why Social Impact is the Currency of the Future with Michelle Jewsbury 21:39

15d ago21:39

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Michelle Jewsbury, CEO of Unsilenced Voices, is an internationally recognized speaker and coach, transforming adversity into success. She empowers survivors to leverage their personal narratives for growth and healing. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Its okay to take a break, to step back in order to step back in. 2. Storytelling is essential in attracting do…

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Why socialism is making a surprise comeback in Germany 41:28

16d ago41:28

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While the far-right AfD has seized global attention, the far left of German politics is also making gains. The Left Party was the #1 choice for first-time voters in the recent elections. Why are so many young voters drawn to its socialist agenda? DW’s Richard Walker unpacks the Left Party and its growing influence with Matthew Moore and Bernd Riege…

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From Rock Bottom to a $500M Exit—A Business Story Like No Other with Rich Galgano 27:53

16d ago27:53

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Rich Galgano is an entrepreneur, author, and speaker specializing in sales, leadership, and strategic decision-making. He’s the founder of Windy City Wire and author of Down to the Wire. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Success is not a gamble, it’s a calculated risk guided by vision and strategy. 2. True resilience is choosing not to go backward, one small de…

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263 - The Halbe Pocket, 1945 44:41

17d ago44:41

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In the final weeks of the Second World War, as Soviet forces closed in on Berlin, tens of thousands of German soldiers and civilians found themselves encircled in what became known as the Halbe Pocket. In a desperate attempt to break out west and surrender to the Americans rather than the Soviets, brutal fighting erupted in the forests south of Ber…

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Clay Alexander: Founder & Chairman of Ember (a global consumer electronics and life sciences brand) 24:44

17d ago24:44

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Clay is an American inventor and serial entrepreneur who holds more than 250 patents worldwide and is the Founder and Chairman of Ember, a global consumer electronics and life sciences brand best known for the Ember Mug, Ember Baby Bottle, and Ember Cube, all three of which independently have been named TIME Magazine’s Best Inventions of the year. …

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E. 104 Unpacking purpose-driven leadership with flaconi’s Alexandra Szarmach (Live) 51:45

18d ago51:45

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Today’s episode marks an exciting milestone: it’s the official launch of our year-long partnership with flaconi, Germany’s leading online retailer for beauty and perfume. Flaconi stands for more than just beauty products, it’s a brand that celebrates diversity, mental well-being, empowerment, and culture. Values that align deeply with what we do he…

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Giving Back to the Entrepreneurial Community with Dave Taylor 20:15

18d ago20:15

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Dave Taylor is a long-time entrepreneur, Dave has a popular YouTube channel, writes for the local newspaper, and mentors early stage startups when he's not pursuing one of his hobbies. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. The most important factor for an entrepreneur is optimism. You’ve got to be resilient and persistent but mostly, you’ve got to be optimistic to …

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Beef 58:53

19d ago58:53

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Helen and Glen have Beef. They have beef with each other, they've got beef with Israel, they've got beef with Terfs. They've beef with fascists, they've beef with people who get duped on Facebook but most of all they've got beef with Matt. Join a one third lighter, castrated Casement's Leftovers as they shameless call out their haters and have the …

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Go for No: Mastering the Courage to Ask with Andrea Waltz 24:35

19d ago24:35

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Andrea Waltz is the co-author of the best-seller, Go for No! A speaker and rejection expert, she inspires audiences to embrace failure, reprogram their mindset, and achieve extraordinary success through courageous asking. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Failure can lead to If you want to succeed faster, you should be willing and wanting to fail faster. Failur…

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From High School Teacher to CEO & Entrepreneur with Kirk Cooper: An EOFire Classic from 2022 20:39

20d ago20:39

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From the archive - This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Kirk Cooper is the CEO and founder of Ecom Automation Gurus and is also the author of Scratch and Claw…

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Intellectual Impresario of Weimar Berlin: Sexologist Dr. Magnus Hirschfeld, "The Einstein Of Sex" 1:21:46

21d ago1:21:46

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Today I’m interviewing Daniel Brook, the author of a new book on the pioneering sexual rights activist Magnus Hirschfeld, whose Berlin Institute of Sexual Science was a huge attraction in Weimar Berlin and was eventually destroyed by the Nazis, and whose theories are so contemporary they could be taken directly from modern debates about gender, sex…

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Done For You E-Commerce with Dawson Gant: An EOFire Classic from 2021 19:14

21d ago19:14

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From the archive - This episode was originally recorded and published in 2021. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Dawson Gant is a 22-year old serial entrepreneur with a managed services company that oversees more th…

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Microdosing for Optimal Performance with Adam Schell 23:47

22d ago23:47

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Adam Schell is the founder of the Microdosing Supplement company, BRAINSUPREME, and an innovator in the field of using psychedelic mushrooms for increased performance and emotional wellbeing. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Microdosing with psilocybin is a perceptible, non-hallucinogenic supplement that can improve performance, patience, libido, and creativit…

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How Chip Klose Built a 7-Figure Coaching Business that Provides 4-Day Weekends 24:31

23d ago24:31

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Chip Klose is the host of the Restaurant Strategy Podcast and author of The Restaurant Marketing Mindset. As a restaurant coach he's helped hundreds of restaurateurs increase the profitability of their businesses. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Its important to understand and define what enough means to you so when you become really successful you have a cle…

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How to Transition from Active to Passive Investing While Running a Business with Joe Fairless 17:32

24d ago17:32

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Joe Fairless, Co-founder of Ashcroft Capital, manages 2.7B dollars in apt communities, founder of the longest-running daily real estate podcast, and has a mantra live to give. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. The key to successfully shift from active to passive wealth is to leverage partnership. Find the right partners that are doing the things that can help y…

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Beyond Distinction: How Entrepreneurs Transcend Marketplace Turbulence with Scott McKain 22:09

25d ago22:09

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Scott McKain is a business advisor helping leaders create distinction. The 2024-25 Cavett Award recipient - professional speaking’s highest honor - Scott has shared his insights in every state and 40 countries. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Beyond distinction is transcending the turbulence that is in the market place. Its critical to be clear of who we are …

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Why Real Estate Investors Must Stop Looking at Properties with Keith Weinhold 25:45

26d ago25:45

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Keith Weinhold is the founder of Get Rich Education, Forbes Business Council Member, Host of the Get Rich Education podcast, creator of Real Estate Pays 5 Ways, runs up Alaskan mountains shirtless. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. There is a risk in delayed gratification. When it is too much delayed, it becomes denied gratification. 2. Think like a wealthy per…

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Why Personal Branding Is The Future of Marketing with AJ Vaden: An EOFire Classic from 2021 32:35

27d ago32:35

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From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2021. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. AJ Vaden is the CEO and Co-Founder of the personal brand strategy firm Brand Builders Group, as well as…

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Building an Online Course Empire with Nick Stephenson: An EOFire Classic from 2021 29:15

28d ago29:15

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From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2021. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Nick Stephenson is a USA Today Bestselling Author, course creator, and software company co-founder. Lea…

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Power shift in Germany: Who are the new political players? 33:48

29d ago33:48

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Who are the power brokers in the new German government? DW’s Michaela Küfner breaks down who Friedrich Merz has chosen for his new cabinet. Together with DW’s Nina Haase she analyzes how Foreign Minister J.Wadephul and incoming Trade Minister Katherina Reiche fit into Merz’ government picture. Special guest is Johannes Winkel, leader of the youth o…

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The Strategy-First Revolution: Transform Random Marketing Acts into Predictable Growth with Amanda Berlin 22:30

29d ago22:30

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Amanda Berlin is a Fractional CMO who transforms B2B service-based businesses' marketing efforts into measurable outcomes. With 12 plus years' experience serving 200 plus clients, she specializes in results-driven growth strategies. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Businesses fail in marketing because they are engaging into random acts of marketing as opposed …

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Rich Relationships: Create Your Million-Dollar Network with Selena Soo 26:06

1M ago26:06

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Selena Soo is an award-winning business and relationship strategist. For over a decade, she has elevated the world’s most important people, messages, and ideas. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. A Rich Relationship is one that massively enriches the quality of your life and your business. 2. The fast path to success is asking what is the Rich Relationship that …

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262 - The 7th Infantry Regiment 49:08

1M ago49:08

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The 7th Infantry Regiment, known as the "Cottonbalers," is one of the oldest units in the U.S. Army, originally formed in 1812. It has fought in nearly every major American conflict, including the Civil War, both World Wars, Korea, and Iraq. Renowned for its bravery and deep traditions, the regiment remains an active combat unit to this day. I'm jo…

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The Brand Agent: A New Era of Personal Branding for Entrepreneurs and Influencers with Alexis Quintal 26:29

1M ago26:29

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Alexis Quintal, founder of Rosarium, is a personal branding expert and former professor who empowers entrepreneurs through PR, combining a passion for teaching with over a decade of industry experience. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. You can build the relationship and trust through personal branding. 2. You can leverage PR strategies after you have set your …

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A 6 Step System to Connect Your Dots Forward and Turn Your NOW into an Even Better NEXT with Sam Horn 27:15

1M ago27:15

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Sam Horn, CEO of the Intrigue Agency, 3 TEDx Talks, author of POP!, Tongue Fu!, clients include Oracle, NASA, Accenture. Richard Branson's New Now Leaders. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Clarity happens in iteration not in inertia. Put it in your calendar because if you don’t go now, you will never go. 2. Communicate your vision and not the variables. 3. The…

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5 Things Successful Online Entrepreneurs Know That Others Don’t with Yuri Elkaim 29:01

1M ago29:01

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Yuri Elkaim is a former pro athlete, leading health expert and renowned business coach, New York Times bestselling author, and the founder of Healthpreneur® where he helps health entrepreneurs, coaches, and practitioners start and scale online businesses that create more income and freedom...and better results for their clients. Top 3 Value Bombs 1…

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How to Create a Cult-Following in an Unattached World with Jason McGowan and Sawyer Hemsley: An EOFire Classic from 2021 25:37

1M ago25:37

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From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2021. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Jason McGowan and Sawyer Hemsley founded Crumbl Cookies in 2017, now the fastest-growing franchise and …

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The Power of Video in Being Known as the Go To Authority in Your Industry with Krista Mashore: An EOFire Classic from 2021 24:06

1M ago24:06

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From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2021. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Krista Mashore has been in the top 1% of coaches and realtors nationwide. She is the author of four bes…

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How to Get Your Wife To Want You Again with Keith Yackey: An EOFire Classic from 2021 27:06

1M ago27:06

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From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2021. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. After his wife leaving him because she was no longer attracted to him, Keith Yackey was hell bent on fi…

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Why Ukraine can't sign off on Trump's 'deal' 33:30

1M ago33:30

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Is Crimea the key to peace in Ukraine? On today’s episode, we break down Donald Trump’s claim that President Zelenskyy is prolonging the war by resisting calls to cede the Ukrainian peninsula Crimea to Russia. Our guests have updates on a devastating attack in Kyiv and on Friedrich Merz' controversial Taurus missile hint.…

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How to Coach Yourself into a Thriving Future with Simon T Bailey 20:54

1M ago20:54

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Simon T Bailey, author of Resilience@Work: How to Coach Yourself into a Thriving Future, equips leaders worldwide with tools to thrive, shaping workplace resilience and customer brilliance for 2,400+ organizations. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Failure is not final and failure is only feedback and feedback is the practice of champions. 2. The result of thri…

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