Best Bellwether Podcasts (2025)

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Mark: Part 2 - Week 6 - "Meal but More" 42:07

3d ago42:07

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Week 6, Mark 6:30-44, Nathan Chapman - Lead PastorBy Bellwether Church

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198. From Corporate Ladder to Coaching Freedom: Building a Values-Driven Business with Jim Frawley CEO of Bellwether 21:46

17d ago21:46

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In this episode, Neel sits down with Jim Frawley, an executive development coach and founder of Bellwether, who shares his journey from corporate life to remote work and coaching. Jim discusses the challenges he faced in corporate roles, his transition to coaching, and the importance of understanding personal motivations and values when pursuing en…

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Saving Our Seas: Inside the World's Largest Marine Mammal Hospital with Adam Ratner 59:19

3h ago59:19

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Send us a text What do marine mammals tell us about the health of our oceans? The answer might surprise you—and it's more urgent than ever as climate change transforms our coastal environments. Adam Ratner, Director of Conservation Engagement at The Marine Mammal Center, takes us behind the scenes of the world's largest marine mammal hospital as it…

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RWL239 From Three Taps to One Billion Dollars: The Givelify Success Story 8:45

7h ago8:45

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"Complexity kills momentum. Simplicity drives scale." This episode unpacks how Givelify transformed from a simple idea to processing billions in donations by focusing on trust, alignment, and location-free giving. Refer a Remote Work Expert As a Guest On The Show Click here remoteworklife.io to subscribe to my free newsletter Connect on LinkedIn…

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199. Building a Hyper Local Newsletter Empire, with TJ Larkin of Local Newsletter Insider 25:44

2h ago25:44

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In this episode, Neel chats with TJ Larkin, founder of Local Newsletter Insider, to explore the burgeoning model of local newsletters. They discuss what local newsletters are, their growing popularity, and the challenges of monetization. TJ shares insights on identifying suitable markets, the importance of content creation, and the need for a susta…

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Summer's Full Of Unfinished Budget Business 42:36

3d ago42:36

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Recorded on 05/30/25 In this episode, Roman Schweizer, TD Cowen’s WRG geopolitics & defense analyst, discusses top defense topics with an All-Star reporter lineup, including this summer's jam-packed list of things to do in Congress and DoD – the detailed FY26 budget release and the GOP's plans for Reconciliation, not to mention the road ahead for a…

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Pravina Ladva, Group Chief Digital and Technology Officer: Swiss Re: The beauty of technology is in the small things (356) 29:21

9d ago29:21

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With generative AI, engineering excellence and legacy system resilience all under one remit, what does it take to lead digital transformation at one of the world’s largest reinsurers? In this episode, Robin Merttens is joined by Pravina Ladva, Group Chief Digital and Technology Officer at Swiss Re, to explore what it means to drive impact through i…

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Mark: Part 2 - Week 5 - "Rejection and Resilience" 38:32

13d ago38:32

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Week 5, Mark 6:1-29, Nathan Chapman - Lead PastorBy Bellwether Church

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Facing Again Threats to California's Protected Coast, this time by the Trump Administration-Our Talk with the Ocean Foundation's Sr. Fellow, Richard Charter 59:15

15d ago59:15

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Send us a text The battle for California's coast has erupted once more as offshore drilling returns to Santa Barbara and threatens to spread northward along the entire Pacific coastline. This alarming development follows Trump's late April executive order, which targets even our most protected ocean areas—National Marine Sanctuaries—for oil and gas…

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Ed Howkins, Artificial & Sasa Brcerevic, Aon: Digitising risk trade: the future of wholesale broking (355) 28:48

17d ago28:48

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What happens when one of the world’s largest brokers and a digital-first underwriting platform team up to rethink risk trading? In this episode, Robin Merttens is joined by Sasa Brcerevic, Head of Portfolio and Delegated Strategy at Aon, and Ed Howkins, Chief Growth Officer at Artificial Labs. Together, they explore the evolving dynamics of wholesa…

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Mark: Part 2 - Week 4 - "Human Despair and Divine Possibility" 34:04

17d ago34:04

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Week 4, Mark 5:21-43, Nathan Chapman - Lead PastorBy Bellwether Church

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Living Nature - More Valuable Than Dead Nature: How Seacology is Helping Island Nations & Indigenous People Economically & Ecologically 59:02

22d ago59:02

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Send us a text Seacology is a charitable organization headquartered in Berkeley, CA that works to preserve island ecosystems and cultures around the world, as well as conducting annual educational ecotourism trips. Founded in 1991 with the work of ethnobotanist Paul Alan Cox, the high risk of extinction for island fauna and the decline in coral ree…

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197. From Franchise Burnout to a Meaningful Childcare Business with Jay Shah of Marigold Academy 28:24

23d ago28:24

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In this episode, Neel sits down with Jay Shah, a former Dunkin Donuts franchisee who transitioned into the childcare industry by founding Marigold Academy. Jay shares his journey from the corporate grind to purpose-driven entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of early childhood education. He discusses the business model of Marigold Academy, …

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Will Bonner, COO: McKenzie Intelligence Services: Seeing through smoke: geospatial intelligence at work (354) 31:46

24d ago31:46

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How can insurers make accurate loss estimates before adjusters are on the ground, and why does it matter? In this episode, Matthew Grant speaks with Will Bonner, Chief Operating Officer at McKenzie Intelligence Services (MIS), about how the company uses satellite data, open-source intelligence and human expertise to deliver early insights on catast…

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Mark: Part 2 - Week 3 - "Great Mercy" 38:27

27d ago38:27

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Week 3, Mark 5:1-20, Nathan Chapman - Lead PastorBy Bellwether Church

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196. How Do I Know If Should Leave My 9-5, Or Stay Put? with Neel Parekh 20:21

29d ago20:21

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Neel and Stephen delve into the complexities of franchising and entrepreneurship, exploring the challenges faced by potential franchisees, the mindset required to transition from a traditional 9 to 5 job, and the evolving nature of franchising in today's digital age. They discuss the importance of understanding one's fit for entrepreneurship, the p…

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SEE Turtles Organization President, Brad Nahill on Ecotourism & protecting Sea Turtles - Leading up to World Sea Turtle Week June 2025 59:25

26d ago59:25

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Send us a text This conversation is a lead up to the annual Sea Turtle Week each June, which kicks off with World Ocean Day June 8th and ends on the 16, Sea Turtle Week. 7 sea turtle species are highlighted each day along with one of the threats they face. Join Brad Nahill’s See Turtle organization and more than 150 global partners in raising aware…

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Matt McGrillis, Chief Product Officer & Co-founder: Send: The underwriting evolution through quiet AI transformation (353) 29:30

1M ago29:30

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What if underwriters could instantly triage submissions and reduce time spent on repetitive admin, without changing how they work? Matthew Grant speaks with Matt McGrillis, Co-founder and Chief Product Officer at Send, to explore how the company’s underwriting workbench is embedding AI into core workflows to help underwriters write more business, m…

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Reconnecting Markets with Nature Part 2: An Earth Day Talk with Financial Economist Ralph Chami & More About Blue Green Future 59:21

1M ago59:21

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Send us a text Today’s episode is brought to you by Flukes International and is the 2nd half of an Earth Day 2025 conversation we had with Ralph Chami who is Co-Founder/CEO of Blue Green Future, a large team of innovators and thought leaders for natural capital finance and a nature-based economy. Ralph has over 32 years of experience as a financial…

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195. 17 Killer Business Ideas You Can Steal Today From Neel Parekh 20:10

1M ago20:10

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In this conversation, Neel discusses various innovative business ideas and models that can be operated remotely or with low overhead. He emphasizes the importance of understanding customer needs and the potential for high-margin services in local markets. From mobile repair services to remote cleaning businesses, and even unique concepts like diape…

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Defining + Decrypting "Quality Data" In Health Care AI With Recursion's Najat Khan 27:10

1M ago27:10

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Recorded on 4/11/25 TD Cowen's Machine Medicine: AI & Health Care podcast series takes on the cross-sector artificial intelligence revolution and breaks it down one piece at a time. We highlight some of the biggest misconceptions about how AI is and can be used in different health care settings and aim to contextualize the latest and most impactful…

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Taking A Pulse For Biotech 39:19

1M ago39:19

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Recorded 04/23/25 TD Cowen analyst Yaron Werber speaks with John Crowley to discuss his inspirational path to becoming a biotech CEO, taking the helm at BIO, the implications of potential biopharma tariffs and his conversations with the White House on finding common ground, and maintaining optimism despite the headwinds facing biotech. He shares hi…

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On retaining talent in the London Market: a conversation with PwC (352) 30:45

1M ago30:45

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Attracting and retaining talent in the London Market is an evolving concern, with the PwC CEO Survey revealing that 93% of respondents either recognise the need to change or are already adapting their strategies to address it. Let’s discuss how! In this special podcast episode done in partnership with PwC, we invited Anna Craston, Senior Manager, t…

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Mark: Part 2 - Week 1 - "Subversive Kingdom" 36:53

1M ago36:53

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Week 1, Mark 4:21-34, Nathan Chapman - Lead PastorBy Bellwether Church

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Reconnecting Markets with Nature: An Earth Day Talk with Renowned Financial Economist Ralph Chami (part 1 of 2) 59:02

1M ago59:02

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Send us a text What if we could see the invisible? The magnificent blue whale, stretching 110 feet long through ocean depths, remains completely invisible to our economic systems—until it's killed. In this profound Earth Day conversation with Ralph Chami, we discover how reconnecting our market systems with living nature might be our most powerful …

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194. The Dirty Secret of Franchising & Life Bank Account, an interview with Neel 29:37

1M ago29:37

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In this conversation, Neel delves into the impact of coaching on entrepreneurship, exploring the life bank account concept, and discussing the nuances of digital nomadism. He shares insights on franchising, including its challenges and misconceptions, while also reflecting on cultural experiences in Rwanda. The importance of time management and les…

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Reversing Obesity & Diabetes w/ Virta's Sami Inkinen 52:11

2M ago52:11

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Recorded on 04/14/25 Today, GLP-1s are talked about in regard to obesity and weight loss, but GLP-1s aren’t new. They have been used for nearly 20 years for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. Still, the costs associated with treating diabetes and obesity today are staggering. It's estimated that the total cost of diagnosed diabetes in the U.S. in 20…

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RWL238 Weekend Project to $11 Million: The Gumroad Story 6:58

2M ago6:58

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What happens when a founder decides to step off the venture capital treadmill and build a business focused on sustainable growth instead of unicorn status? Sahil Lavigna's journey with Gumroad provides a refreshing alternative to typical Silicon Valley narratives. Gumroad eliminated office space, stripped back to core functionality, and rebuilt aro…

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Rob Beller & Lee Boyd, Alacrity Solutions and Co-hosts: FNO: InsureTech Podcast: Building insurance networks one podcast at a time (351) 29:47

1M ago29:47

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The ultimate insurtech podcast crossover. In this episode, Matthew Grant is joined by Rob Beller and Lee Boyd, co-hosts of the FNO: InsureTech Podcast, for a cross-continental conversation on what they’ve learned after more than 300 episodes spotlighting insurance innovation. Rob and Lee share insights from their day jobs at Alacrity Solutions and …

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Easter 2025 - Easter Sunday - "Remember Christ Risen" 34:27

2M ago34:27

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Easter Sunday, 2 Timothy 2:8, Nathan Chapman - Lead PastorBy Bellwether Church

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From Nigeria, Africa - Ahmed Tiamiyu Sr. Policy Advisor to Nigeria & The United Nations & Exec. Dir. CAPws--Community Action Against Plastic Waste in the Global South 59:01

2M ago59:01

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Send us a text Our guest today is from Nigeria, Africa - a dynamic scientist who is dedicating his life to helping communities in the Global South do something about the enormous amounts of waste, specifically plastic waste, that is being exported by higher income countries to lower income countries. The name of the non-profit organization is CAPws…

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193. The $2M Scoop: Building a Business from the Ground Up with William Milliken CEO of Swoop Scoop 22:59

2M ago22:59

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In this episode, Neel Parekh interviews William Milligan, the CEO and co-founder of SwoopScoop, a successful dog poop cleanup business that has grown to over $2 million in revenue in just four years. William shares his journey from digital marketing to entrepreneurship, explaining the unique business model of subscription-based dog waste removal. H…

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Tristan Fletcher, Co-founder & CEO: ChAI: Eigenzeit, democratisation and protecting the raw materials market (350) 21:36

2M ago21:36

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Where tariffs bring chaos, ChAI brings cover. In this episode, Robin Merttens speaks with Tristan Fletcher, co-founder and CEO of ChAI, about how his team is using financial market techniques and AI to build insurance products that protect manufacturers from volatile input costs. What began in the world of hedge funds and speculative trading is now…

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Easter 2025 - Palm Sunday - "Jesus is Superior" 46:22

2M ago46:22

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Palm Sunday, Hebrews 1:1-4, Nathan Chapman - Lead PastorBy Bellwether Church

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Ecotoxicologist Susanne Brander from the Scientists Coalition for the United Nations Global Treaty on Plastics Talks About the Next Session This Fall in Geneva Switzerland 58:56

2M ago58:56

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Send us a text In today’s episode we talk with Susanne Brander, an Ecotoxicologist who is 1 of 12 core steering committee members overseeing 300 international scientific experts within the International Scientists Coalition for an Effective Plastics Treaty who are assisting with Navigating the Complexities of Plastics. An Ecotoxicologist as Susanne…

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192. Family Travel & Remote Work: How Eric Dingler Built a Nomadic Life with His Kids 26:54

2M ago26:54

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In this episode, Neel chats with Eric Dingler, a digital nomad who travels full-time with his family. They discuss Eric's journey from the US to becoming a full-time traveler, the challenges and joys of world schooling their children, and the unique dynamics of raising kids in a nomadic lifestyle. Eric shares insights on the costs associated with t…

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A Tale Of Three Budgets (FY25, Reconciliation & FY26) 36:00

2M ago36:00

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Recorded on 04/04/25 In this episode, Roman Schweizer, TD Cowen Washington Research Group's geopolitics & defense analyst, discusses the three defense spending packages (past – FY25, present – reconciliation, and future – FY26) with retired Maj. Gen. Arnold Punaro, CEO of The Punaro Group and long-time staff director of the Senate Armed Services Co…

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Sarah Russell, General Manager: Bellwether: The first prediction engine for the Earth and everything on it (349) 39:44

2M ago39:44

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What does it take to build a wildfire prediction model that not only outperforms physics-based approaches but also fits seamlessly into underwriting? In this episode, Matthew Grant is joined by Sarah Russell, General Manager at Bellwether – a climate-focused moonshot from Google X – to explore why wildfires are the ideal proving ground for next-gen…

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The Opposition Within - Week 5 - "Fleshly Indulgence Vs Fruitful Self Control" 41:14

2M ago41:14

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Week 5, Galatians 5:21 Romans 13:11-14, Nathan Chapman - Lead PastorBy Bellwether Church

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Personhood for Nature & Living Things and Nature-Based Economies - a Look Back & Forward in 2025 "A Bellwether Year for the Ocean" with Resilient Earth Hosts Leigh Anne Lindsey (Producer/Editor), Scott ... 59:01

2M ago59:01

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Send us a text This episode includes a radio show we recorded a year ago, April 2024, when we talked about the March 28, 2024 Declaration for the Ocean signed by Indigenous leaders of New Zealand, the Cook Islands, Tahiti, Tonga, Hawaii, and Easter Island. This treaty declared whales to be legal persons with inherent rights, including the right to …

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Tariffs, Budgets & Geopolitical Risk All At Once 47:14

2M ago47:14

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Recorded on 04/03/25 In this episode, Roman Schweizer, TD Cowen’s WRG geopolitics & defense analyst, discusses the unrelenting torrent of security & defense issues from Trump Administration and GOP Congress with a special extended version of our reporter roundtable. We cover the latest of the potential impact of Liberation Day tariffs on defense to…

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191. Does Big Business Equals to More Freedom? [Dan Andrews, Host of Tropical MBA Interviewing Neel] 52:34

2M ago52:34

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In this episode, Neel discusses his journey as the founder of MaidThis, in Tropical MBA podcast with Dan Andrews.He shares insights on entrepreneurship, the importance of time management, and the challenges of franchising. Neel emphasizes the significance of foundational work, motivation, and accountability in achieving business success. He also ex…

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Jeff Radke, Co-founder & CEO: Accelerant: Industry growth spurts: the influence of risk exchange platforms in specialty insurance (348) 26:24

2M ago26:24

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What does it take to fundamentally rethink how specialty insurance is traded, structured and scaled? In this episode, Robin Merttens is joined by Jeff Radke, co-founder and CEO of Accelerant, for a deep dive into the mechanics of a rapidly growing risk exchange that’s quietly reshaping the MGA and MGU landscape. It has been three years since Jeff j…

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The Opposition Within - Week 4 - "Fleshly Contempt vs Fruitful Community" 45:31

2M ago45:31

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Week 4, Galatians 5:20-21, James 3:14-18, Nathan Chapman - Lead PastorBy Bellwether Church

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Drugging The Undruggable: CEO Mike Cloonan's Journey To Sionna Therapeutics 14:27

2M ago14:27

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Recorded on 03/03/25 TD Cowen senior biotech analyst Ritu Baral speaks with SION's CEO Mike Cloonan at TD Cowen's 45th Annual Health Care Conference to discuss his journey becoming a start-up biotech CEO and leading SION through a successful IPO in turbulent markets. Cloonan's path to CEO started with early career roles and skill development throug…

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Trump Admin at Week 10: 3 Trade Decisions In April 6:19

2M ago6:19

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Recorded on 03/27/25 In this episode, TD Cowen Washington Research Group’s Chris Krueger discusses three key tariff deadlines to watch next month – and what they could mean for the next four years in trade & markets. https://go.td.com/PodcastDisclosureBy Chris Krueger

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190. From Business Management to $3M Senior Care Franchises with Charles Thurston of Wisdom Senior Care 22:29

2M ago22:29

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In this episode, Neel chats with Charles Thurston, COO of Wisdom Senior Care, discussing the intricacies of the in-home senior care industry. Charles shares his journey from business management to franchising, the differences between non-medical and medical care, effective marketing strategies targeting both seniors and their children, the challeng…

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Building One Of Biotech's Next Bellwethers: CEO Alexander Hardy & CFO Brian Mueller's Strategy To Grow BioMarin 8:16

2M ago8:16

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Recorded on 03/05/25 TD Cowen analyst Phil Nadeau speaks with BioMarin's CEO Alexander Hardy and CFO Brian Mueller from TD Cowen's 45th Annual Health Care Conference about their vision for one of the biotech industry's fastest-growing mid-cap companies. Alexander and Brian describe how BioMarin will harness innovation to bring transformational ther…

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Neena Saith, CEO: Neena’s Healing: Managing risk and resilience - let’s get personal (347) 32:59

2M ago32:59

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From our Exponential Risk breakout session, to joining us on InsTech podcast - this week we are spotlighting Neena Saith’s valuable discussion on the science of resilience. Resilience is a familiar term in insurance, often associated with mitigating risk and protecting against natural disasters. But what about resilience at a personal level? How ca…