Best Mo Islam Podcasts (2025)

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Is AI what Robotics needs? with Jasmine Lawrence Campbell 33:22

3d ago33:22

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In this episode of Hanselminutes, Scott sits down with AI/ML & Robotics leader Jasmine Lawrence Campbell to explore the evolving relationship between artificial intelligence and robotics. Jasmine shares insights on how AI is shaping the future of robotics, the challenges of integrating AI into robotic systems, and why she believes there's a place f…

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How Formula E Was Nearly Shut Down; Now It Boasts 17 Races on Its Global Calendar | Alejandro Agag 149 33:46

8d ago33:46

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Spanish entrepreneur and former politician, Alejandro Agag is best known for pioneering sustainable motorsport. In 2012, he founded Formula E Holdings, launching the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship in 2014—the first-ever all-electric single-seater racing series. Under his leadership, Formula E has grown into a global platform for advancing ele…

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Is Vibe Coding Real? with James Montemagno 45:21

11d ago45:21

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Vibe Coding has folks talking and "vibing entire applications." But is it valid? Should one use AI agents to create apps that go directly into production, or is it just appropriate for prototyping? Scott talks to James Montemagno who recently vibed a 17,000 line application and only wrote 20 bespoke lines himself. Is this the future of programming …

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Isack Hadjar 148 | The Pressure of F1, Mental Strength & Representing the Arab World 19:49

16d ago19:49

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On this episode, Mo and Isaac discuss the journey of becoming Formula 1’s first Arab driver reflecting on his Algerian heritage, the roller-coaster start to his rookie season, from Melbourne highs to a China comeback and the intense mental and physical demands of F1. Isaac shares his “mind management” techniques, the art of precision braking, and t…

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Making SNES ROMS with C# and Matthew Shapiro's DotnetSnes 33:33

18d ago33:33

33:33

What if you could craft Super Nintendo ROMs using the power of C#? In this episode, Scott Hanselman dives into the world of retro game development with Matthew Shapiro, the creator of DotnetSnes—a tool that enables developers to build SNES games with modern .NET technology. They explore how the project works, the challenges of programming for class…

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"The Life You Want is Waiting For You" - Ret Taylor 147 | What Is A Misogi?, The Power of Nature & Resisting The "Quick Fix" Culture 1:24:19

21d ago1:24:19

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Ret Taylor is a founder, former CEO, and transformational coach with over 20-years of experience building and leading purpose-driven businesses around the world. Today, his work centers on helping high-performing individuals unlock what’s true, move with clarity, and lead from a place of deep power. He guides leaders through epic retreats, wild Mis…

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Neverending support for open source with Hayden Barnes 32:55

25d ago32:55

32:55

The issue of software support for open-source is a long and storied one. Scott sits down with open-source advocate Hayden Barnes about how paid support and custom builds of older open-source software is a business opportunity for herodevs. Should you upgrade and migrate to the latest build? Or should you get paid never ending support?…

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"I Had A Gun Pulled To My Head" -Abdullah Al-Kidd 146 | 9/11 Arrest, Prison & Gangs of Los Angeles 1:28:29

29d ago1:28:29

1:28:29

Abdullah, an American citizen, was arrested in 2003 under the federal material witness statute, which permits the government to detain individuals with crucial testimony in a criminal case if they might flee. Though never charged with a crime, he was held in high-security detention for 16 days and faced court-ordered restrictions for another 15 mon…

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Computer Science for Kids with Jen Looper 34:12

1M ago34:12

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Scott sits down with Jen Looper, educator, developer, and author of Computer Science for Kids. Together, they dive into the importance of introducing young minds to coding early and making computer science accessible for all. Jen shares insights from her book, discusses the evolving landscape of tech education, and highlights creative ways to inspi…

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AI Data Infrastructure for the Global South with Kate Kallott 34:45

1M ago34:45

34:45

In this episode of Hanselminutes, host Scott Hanselman sits down with Amini's Kate Kallot to explore the transformative potential of AI-driven data infrastructure in the Global South. As the founder of Amini, Kallot shares insights into how artificial intelligence can bridge critical data gaps, drive sustainable development, and empower communities…

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Saudi’s Football Ambitions, Sir Alex’s Aura, Ronaldo, Setting Up "Curate" & The Winning Mindset | Rio Ferdinand 145 1:12:52

1M ago1:12:52

1:12:52

Rio Ferdinand is a former professional footballer, television pundit, and entrepreneur, widely regarded as one of the greatest defenders of his generation.Over a stellar career spanning nearly two decades, he rose to prominence at Manchester United, where he won six Premier League titles, a UEFA Champions League, and numerous domestic honours. As a…

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Tiny Experiments with Anne-Laure Le Cunff 39:47

2M ago39:47

39:47

In this insightful episode of Hanselminutes, host Scott Hanselman sits down with Anne-Laure Le Cunff, the brilliant mind behind Tiny Experiments. Together, they explore the transformative power of small, manageable experiments in fostering creativity, personal growth, and meaningful change. Anne-Laure shares how her background in neuroscience and h…

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Forking around (with the Linux Desktop) and Finding Out with Justin Garrison 33:29

2M ago33:29

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Justin serves as Head of Product at Sidero Labs. His career includes contributions to Oscar-winning films, the Disney+ streaming platform, and Amazon EKS. In his free time, Justin enjoys building modern-retro computers and watching Moana. He is the co-host of the FAFO.FM podcast with Autumn Nash. In this Episode he talks to Scott about his love for…

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Christophe Farnaud 144 | EU Ambassador to Saudi Arabia 1:01:13

2M ago1:01:13

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Christophe Farnaud shares insights into his unique role of representing 27 nations and the evolving relationship between Europe and Saudi Arabia. He discusses the rapid transformation he is witnessing in Saudi Arabia’s rapid transformation, from outdated perceptions to bold new policies—and the complexities of high-stakes diplomacy. The conversatio…

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The AI Revolution in Medicine with Dr. Peter Lee, President, Microsoft Research 47:27

2M ago47:27

47:27

In association with the ACM ByteCast, in this thought-provoking episode, Scott sits down with Dr. Peter Lee, President of Microsoft Research, to explore the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on medicine. Dr. Lee delves into the advancements in generative AI, such as GPT-4, and their implications for healthcare systems, patient care, …

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“My Mother Worked Three Jobs So That I Could Play Football” - Ashley Cole 143 1:01:19

2M ago1:01:19

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Former Chelsea, Arsenal & England International with over 100 appearances for his country, Ashley Cole has approached his transition from a world-class player to an aspiring elite coach with patience, humility and a deep commitment to learning. No fluff here, Ashley vulnerably reflects on his early days when his mother had to work three jobs just s…

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Saving lives with light with Dr. Mary Lou Jepsen - ACM ByteCast 41:25

2M ago41:25

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In this episode of Hanselminutes, Scott Hanselman sits down with the visionary Dr. Mary Lou Jepsen, founder and CEO of Openwater. Dr. Jepsen shares her groundbreaking work in developing advanced imaging technologies that have the potential to revolutionize medical diagnostics and treatment. From her journey through big tech companies like Google an…

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"I Am Proof That It Can Be Done!" - Hana Basrawi 142 | Fitness Influencer & Wellness Advocate 1:42:29

2M ago1:42:29

1:42:29

Hana Basrawi is a Saudi fitness entrepreneur and influencer, best known as the founder of THYGA Official, a brand focused on empowering women through health and wellness. With a background split between Saudi Arabia and the UK, Hana blends cultural influences to promote confidence and individuality, THYGA inspired by the Arabic word for “trust,” of…

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Big Migrations with Louis Beaudoin-Allaire 33:43

2M ago33:43

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Today we delve into the process of migrating data to the cloud with Louis Beaudoin-Allaire, Principal Developer at ShareGate. Scott learns about the benefits of cloud migration and the best practices for a successful transition. Louis shares his expertise on how to move with performance and data integrity. Fanning out and moving huge amounts of dat…

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Leading Games, Esports & Innovation in Saudi Arabia | Brian Ward 141 | CEO Savvy Games 50:43

2M ago50:43

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Brian Ward is the Group CEO of Savvy Games Group, a Public Investment Fund (PIF) company leading investment and long-term growth in global gaming and esports. With nearly 30 years of experience, he previously led worldwide studios at Activision Blizzard and held key roles at Electronic Arts and Microsoft. Under Brian’s leadership, Savvy has grown i…

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Reimagining the Windows Terminal with Warp's Zach Lloyd 31:46

3M ago31:46

31:46

What if we did the terminal...differently? Warp is taking a big bet on a new terminal that's got AI at the center. Is it a bad idea, or might it just be epic? Scott talks to Warp CEO Zach Lloyd about their big bet on a new way to think about the oldest computing interface. And, Warp is now out on Windows! https://www.warp.dev…

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Jessica Kahawaty 140 | Food Entrepreneur, Human Rights Advocate & Internationally Acclaimed Model 1:20:33

3M ago1:20:33

1:20:33

Jessica Kahawaty is a Food Entrepreneur, Human Rights Advocate, and International Model. The Australian with Middle Eastern roots bridges cultures in fashion and humanitarianism.With a background in Human Rights Law, the former Miss Australia and Miss World runner-up champions social responsibility, notably fronting Louis Vuitton and UNICEF’s ‘Make…

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A Conversation with Boris Johnson at The Saudi Media Forum 28:16

3M ago28:16

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A Conversation with Boris Johnson at The Saudi Media Forum. Thank you to the Ministry of Media in Saudi Arabia for arranging this. Boris Johnson is a British politician, journalist, and author who served as the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 2019 to 2022. A member of the Conservative Party, he was previously the Mayor of London (2008–201…

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"I Looked Down at My Arm and It Was Not in The Right Position" - Sharifa Al-Sudairi 139 1:09:58

3M ago1:09:58

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A pioneering Saudi Arabian Skier who turned pro in 2022, Sharifa is recognised as the Kingdom’s first female alpine skier. A few days ago, Sharifa made history by participating in the 9th Asian Winter Games in Harbin, China, marking Saudi Arabia’s first-ever appearance in the event. Beyond her athletic achievements, Sharifa is a mother of two and a…

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Rhasspy and Home Assistant Voice with Dr. Michael Hansen 37:41

3M ago37:41

37:41

In this episode of Hanselminutes, Dr. Michael Hansen from Nabu Casa joins Scott Hanselman to discuss the exciting advancements in open-source voice technology. They delve into the integration of Rhasspy and Home Assistant Voice, exploring how these tools can enhance privacy and local processing for voice assistants. Dr. Hansen shares insights on th…

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Abhay Parasnis on Creating Moats, AI Strategy, and Selling to Enterprise 47:45

3M ago47:45

47:45

Abhay Parasnis is founder and CEO of Typeface, is former CTO/CPO at Adobe, and sits on the board of Dropbox and Schneider Electric. He joined Ben Casnocha, co-founder and partner at Village Global, for a live masterclass for Village Global founders. Takeaways: If you can break into the top tier of the enterprise market, it’s hard to dislodge you. B…

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"There is more to etiquette than table manners!" Jamila Musayeva | Etiquette Consultant, Author & Content Creator 1:31:46

3M ago1:31:46

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Jamila is a certified etiquette consultant, author, and content creator. She has written three books on etiquette and hosts a popular YouTube channel on etiquette with over 1 million subscribers. She graduated summa cum laude in International Affairs from George Washington University, earned a Master’s from the College of Europe, and received her c…

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Psychology of Software Teams with Dr. Cat Hicks 33:02

3M ago33:02

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Dr. Cat Hicks is a psychologist studying software teams, a research leader, an empirical interventionist, and a creative entrepreneur. She is the VP of Research Insights for Pluralsight, where she founded the Developer Success Lab, an empirical research lab creating open science for developers and their teams. She talks to Scott about how software …

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Fundraising in AI with Aaron Harris 46:26

3M ago46:26

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Aaron Harris was a partner at YC for 7.5 years where he funded Deel, OpenSea, Scale AI, Rappi, Lattice, and others. He also built YC's Series A program where he worked with founders on over 200 Series As and Bs that raised in excess of $3B in capital. He joined Sam Kirschner, VP at Village Global, to give Village Global founders helpful tips on fun…

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H.E Ihab Hashani 137 | Vice Minister of Municipalities and Housing in Saudi Arabia 1:02:12

3M ago1:02:12

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On this episode, we sit down with H.E Ihab Hashani, the Vice Minister of Housing and Municipalities and Chairman of the National Housing Company. He explains how reading Vision 2030 led him to switch from a long private-sector career into public service. We discuss his role in modernizing housing, improving city infrastructure, and boosting overall…

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Micro.blog and owning your words with Manton Reece 35:55

3M ago35:55

35:55

https://micro.one https://micro.blogBy Scott Hanselman

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Navigating the Saudi Skies: Khaled Tash 136 on Saudi Airlines' Expansion Plans & Innovation 2:01:15

4M ago2:01:15

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Khaled Tash is the Group Chief Marketing Officer at Saudi Airlines. On this episode, Khaled and Mo go into the company's ambitious growth plans, including network expansion, fleet development and the introduction of new passenger experiences. Khaled offers a behind-the-scenes look at how the airline navigates the transformative era of Saudi Arabia'…

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Teaching the next-gen engineer with Dr Carlotta Berry 28:18

4M ago28:18

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By Scott Hanselman

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Blogging for Developers with Mark Downie 31:45

4M ago31:45

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Mark Downie has been blogging about technical topics for years, and also is the primary maintainer of the DasBlog-Core blogging engine. He talks with Scott about writing technical blogs that get read. Why does one blog and in this time of walled gardens, why is it more important than ever? 50% off code for Hanselminutes Listeners "HMdunlop" for "Wr…

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“Your Role Models Are Making You Miserable!” - The Hala 135 | Challenges Faced as a Creative, Telepathic Connections, Overcoming Loss & Practicing Gratitude 1:43:03

4M ago1:43:03

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Hala Abdallah is a Saudi Arabian content creator, entrepreneur, and global influencer. A graduate of OTIS College of Art and Design in Los Angeles. And jewelry design from IGI she combines her passion for art, design, and fashion through her brand, OFA. Known for her striking style and collaborations with luxury brands, Hala is redefining influence…

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"Do You Want To Know Why I Chose Disappearing Messages?" -Evan Spiegel on Augmented Reality, Overcoming Competition & Snapchat's Massive Popularity in Saudi Arabia 31:53

4M ago31:53

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Evan Spiegel is an American entrepreneur and co-founder of Snap Inc., the parent company of the popular multimedia messaging app Snapchat. The app, launched in 2011, revolutionized social media by introducing disappearing messages and creative visual tools like filters and lenses. Under Spiegel’s leadership as CEO, Snap Inc. has grown into a global…

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The Quantum Advantage with Dr Krysta Svore 30:18

4M ago30:18

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Is it time for Quantum? The Quantum Ready program is to help businesses and leaders prep for the new era of reliable quantum computing! Scot talks to Dr Krysta Svore, Distinguished Researcher who leads the Microsoft Quantum group about all things quantum, and how you and I can access insights and resources via online skilling, in person workshops a…

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Hiring Technical Talent with Kathy Copic and Lindsay Pettingill 57:37

4M ago57:37

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Kathy Copic is founder of Fieldwork Partners, where she works closely with early stage companies on scoping technical projects, getting early ML models into production, and helping them hire. She was interviewed by Lindsay Pettingill, Investment Partner at Village Global, during this masterclass for Village Global founders. Takeaways: Maintain at l…

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Take hold of your own performance with Ash Coleman Hynie 32:33

4M ago32:33

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Ash Hynie created CountrPT as to bridge the gap between manager perception and employee impact. Folks are tired, folks feel micro-managed, there's all this talk about return to office (RTO). Did we hire grown adults or not? What's the right way to manage technical teams, remote or other wise? How do we build relationships within our teams and with …

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"35% of your life will be spent here!" -Maha Taibah 133 | Life Hacks, Wellbeing & Building Self-Confidence 2:06:35

4M ago2:06:35

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Maha Taibah is the Founder of RUMMAN, a human-centric design firm focused on workplace wellbeing, and an independent board member of PwC MENA. With 20+ years in human capital development across government, private, and academic sectors, she is a strategic advisor, investor, speaker, and wellbeing advocate. A former government leader driving nationa…

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“Beautiful things are created in the darkest hours” - Mo Islam | A conversation with Talah Saleh | Falak Investment Hub 1:24:17

4M ago1:24:17

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“Beautiful things are created in the darkest hours” - Mo Islam A conversation with Talah Saleh, Falak Investment Hub. Thank you so very much to the team at Falak Hub for hosting me on their platform. Really enjoyed sharing my story and what was such a meaningful conversation with Tala Slaeh. A big thank you as well to everyone in the live audience …

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Modernizing .NET Applications with Tomáš Herceg 30:24

5M ago30:24

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Tomáš Herceg is the CEO of Riganti and his company focuses on .NET and modernization. He chats with Scott about the excitement around updating to .NET 8 and 9. There's so many benefits to modern .NET but there's a lot of confusion about what's possible. Can you really update 5, 10, 20 year old apps and bring them into a modern cloud environment? To…

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What is AI's UI? with Maggie Appleton 35:22

5M ago35:22

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Maggie Appleton makes visual essays about programming, design, and anthropology. She's been thinking about how we interact with computers - and AI - longer than you've know about AI. She sits down with Scott to discuss how we interact with our computers through an anthropological lens. https://maggieappleton.com…

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Eynat Guez of Papaya Global on Mastering Enterprise Sales and Building Long-Term Partnerships 55:36

5M ago55:36

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Eynat Guez, founder and CEO of Papaya Global, was interviewed by Ben Casnocha, co-founder and partner at Village Global, during this masterclass for Village Global founders. Takeaways: Show up to key meetings as the founder or executive team — don’t just send the sales team. It signals to the client that you’re personally invested and committed to …

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Next steps for Open Sauced with Brian Douglas 33:09

5M ago33:09

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Brian Douglas is the founder and CEO of Open Sauced where he works on increasing the knowledge and insights of open-source communities. In the past he’s lead Developer Advocacy at GitHub by fostering a community of early adopters through content creation showcasing the newest Github features. Open Sauced just joined the Linux Foundation and we lear…

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"Discipline Isn't About Suffering, It's About this!" -Tracy Harmoush 131 1:46:10

5M ago1:46:10

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On an episode where day turned into night, we had Tracy, a former investment banker turned entrepreneur and speaker. After a decade in finance, in 2018 Tracy transitioned to becoming an entrepreneur and had since become one of the GCC’s leading wellness entrepreneurs with a rapidly growing social media presence.Tracy founded Untraceable, a wellness…

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"The Crown Prince Insisted He Wants Something Never Seen Before!" - John Pagano 130 46:07

5M ago46:07

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John Pagano is the Group Chief Executive Officer of The Red Sea Development Company and AMAALA, sister projects set along the north western coast of Saudi Arabia that will play key roles in the realisation of the Vision 2030 – KSA’s economic roadmap for the future.On this super special episode, John and Mo explore the visionary projects transformin…

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The Boring Edition with Shopify's Glen Coates 37:00

5M ago37:00

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The Shopify Winter 2025 Edition is out and it's Boring. Scott talks with Shopify VP of Product Development Glen Coates about the need to sometimes slow down and make software better...even if it's boring. Is it boring if it just works? If it's super reliable and does exactly what you want it to do? Glen breaks down how they do software at Shopify o…

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“One Nation, One Dream!” - Hammad Al-Balawi | A Mo Show Special | At The World Football Summit 2024 24:01

5M ago24:01

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A short conversation taken just days ahead of the December 11th FIFA World Cup announcement. We had the pleasure to sit-down for an insightful fireside chat at the World Football Summit in Riyadh with Hammad Al-Balawi, head of the Saudi Arabia 2034 World Cup Bid Unit.By Mohammed Islam

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The Return of Scott's Wife Mo 36:31

5M ago36:31

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Join us for this very special episode as Scott's wife Mo returns for a 2024 check in. Mo and Scott are coming up on 25 years of marriage. How do they make it happen? Do they consider themselves a mixed marriage - and is it cultural or is it just that Scott is a weird computer person?By Scott Hanselman

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