Best Ben Wolff Podcasts (2026)

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79 Bali Vibes, Miami Roots: How BAYA is Redefining the Landscape Resort - Ben Wolff 36:03

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Close your eyes and imagine 25 acres of lush tropical fruit trees. You hear the rustle of palms and the sound of water trickling into a grotto carved from natural coral limestone. You'd swear you were in the heart of Bali... but you're actually just outside of Miami. Today, we're going behind the scenes of BAYA, a brand-new landscape resort that is…

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Ben Wolff of Onera & Oasi: What It Takes To Sell Your Property To A Public REIT 1:02:22

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Send us a text We chart how Ben Wolff scaled from short-term rentals to design-led outdoor resorts, sold into a public REIT, built a content-first marketing firm, and now launches a wellness agritourism brand near Miami called Baya. Clear tactics on funding, pricing, direct bookings and the partners that make it work. • founder-level partners who o…

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E428: How a Purposeful Donation can Change Your Life For Ever with Toby Fisher 30:59

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In this engaging conversation, Toby Fisher shares his remarkable journey from a struggling real estate investor to a successful philanthropist. He discusses the challenges he faced, the lessons learned along the way, and the power of visualization in achieving his goals. Toby emphasizes the importance of giving back, detailing his commitment to don…

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How to Build (and Repair) Love: The Gottmans on What Every Couple Should Know 1:00:02

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The most powerful way to enter a new year is not with resolutions, but with a deeper understanding of how to connect with the people who matter most. As we close out the year, the Finding Mastery team is taking time to rest, re-calibrate and reflect — practicing the same principles we talk about on this podcast. So today, we’re sharing a conversati…

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E427: Magnetic Capital Explained: The Human-Centered System That Accelerates Financial Capital with Victor Menasce 28:38

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In this conversation, Victor Menasce discusses the five essential principles for successfully raising capital. He emphasizes the importance of building relationships, understanding the psychological contract, presenting compelling opportunities, and ensuring alignment between the goals of in vestors and the project. These principles create a framew…

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How to Get Unstuck in Life — Lessons on Love from Sharon Salzberg, Meditation Pioneer 1:02:02

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What if the greatest gift you could offer this season isn’t something you buy—but rather the way you choose to meet yourself and others—with kindness? As we pause new releases over the holidays, the Finding Mastery team is taking time to rest, reflect, and be with our loved ones — because we believe relationships are part of the practice of mastery…

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Why Everyone Should Read Vivek Chibber 2:00:29

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Marxist Twitter has been fighting about Vivek Chibber lately. Ben Burgis takes the opportunity to address the immediate controversy but also the much broader value of Chibber's work. Read the Jacobin Chibber interview on the origins of capitalism that everyone is freaking out about: https://jacobin.com/2025/12/colonialism-transition-feudalism-capit…

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#113, Ben and Jiri discuss Diving computers, and why they are.... 1:02:05

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Send us a text In this episode, ben has a fellow instructor on the show Jiri Pokorny. https://utdscubadiving.com/member/jiri-pokorny/ They talk all things dive computer, The why, the why not, transmitters, algorithms, and much more. I hope you enjoy. Also check out our youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/UnifiedTeamDiving…

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Is "Elite Capture" the Problem with Identity Politics? 1:13:41

6d ago1:13:41

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Ben Burgis talks about why he doesn't buy Olúfẹ́mi O. Táíwò's defense of identity politics in Táíwò's book "Elite Capture: How the Powerful Took Over Identity Politics (And Everything Else)." Check out the book: https://www.haymarketbooks.org/books/1867-elite-capture Read Ben's review: https://damagemag.com/2025/06/11/uncaptured-identity-politics-i…

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E426: Mental Fitness Over Mental Health: The Proactive Revolution Reshaping Today’s Workplace with William Norvell Co-Founder of FORTE 32:38

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In this conversation, William Norvell discusses the vital connection between physical fitness and mental health, emphasizing that both should be viewed as a spectrum rather than a binary state. He argues that just as one maintains physical health through consistent effort, mental health also requires ongoing attention and care. This perspective cha…

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Are Service Workers and Public Sector Employees Part of the Proletariat? 1:25:07

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Are service workers part of the "productive" part of the working class? And what does that mean? How about public sector employees--if they're not productive workers, does that mean that their interests don't align with productive workers and socialists shouldn't support the welfare state after all? Ben Burgis talks about what the Trotskyist leader…

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This Is Why You’re Tired, Stressed, and Not Healing | Biohacker, Dave Asprey 1:01:40

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What would change if you stopped trying to push through fatigue — and instead learned what your biology is trying to tell you? On today’s episode of Finding Mastery, we sit down with entrepreneur, author, and biohacking pioneer Dave Asprey — founder of Bulletproof, Upgrade Labs, and widely regarded as the father of the modern biohacking movement. T…

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Ana Kasparian Tries to Teach Bill Maher Basic Things About Palestine 1:23:52

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Many-time GTAA guest Ana Kasparian went on Bill Maher's podcast Club Random. Ben Burgis watches the part where they argue about Gaza and breaks it down. Read Ben's article "The “Human Shields” Defense of Bombing Gaza’s Civilians Is Morally Bankrupt": https://jacobin.com/2023/11/human-shields-bombing-gaza-palestine-israel-defense-forces-morally-bank…

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Jimmy Dore CLASHES with Interviewer on Israel & Charlie Kirk | “This is BULLSH*T!” 43:09

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Eli Hassell talks to Jimmy Dore, political commentater and comedian. ___ For clarification: the ‘War of Independence’ usually refers to Israel’s fight against the surrounding Arab states - not the earlier civil war between Jews and Arabs in Palestine. (Discussed around 40 minutes in.) ____ Find Eli Hassell on social media: Twitter, https://twitter.…

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Fuentes is a Symptom 53:38

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Nick Fuentes is comically vile. So, why is it so hard to exile him to whatever dark corner of the discourse he deserves to go back to? One problem is that, when the whole landscape is soaking in ethnic essentialism, it's hard to draw the line at one particular version. Read Ben's essay: https://benburgis.substack.com/p/fuentes-is-a-symptom Link for…

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E425: From Former Intern to “Old Wealth - New Wealth - True Wealth” Author: Nathan Barkocy 21:41

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In this conversation, Nathan Barkocy discusses his journey from a competitive cyclist to a successful entrepreneur and author of 'Old Wealth, New Wealth, True Wealth.' He emphasizes the importance of redefining wealth for a new generation, focusing on the balance between old and new wealth, and the significance of time as a valuable asset. Nathan a…

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The Penguin Edition of Marx's Capital is So Much Better Than the Princeton 1:19:39

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The new edition of "Capital" has been getting a lot of buzz. But...guys...it's really bad. Read Ben's essay: benburgis.substack.com/p/in-defense-of-the-fowkes-translation Read Matt Huber's thread: https://x.com/Matthuber78/status/1962512243343385070 Follow Ben on Twitter: @BenBurgis Follow GTAA on Twitter: @Gtaa_Show Become a GTAA Patron and receiv…

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What Microsoft’s Culture Shift Can Teach You in 2026 | Kathleen Hogan 1:07:20

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What if the future of work isn’t about technology at all — but about unlocking more humanity in each other? On today’s episode, we sit down with Kathleen Hogan, Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer at Microsoft, and one of the key architects behind the company’s cultural reinvention. Kathleen helped lead Microsoft’s shift from a “know-it-all” …

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Building Colorado’s First Treehouse Hotel 1:06:39

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In this episode, Zeke heads up to Evergreen, Colorado, to explore the story behind Juniper, a boutique lodge on a 10-acre property that is transforming into Colorado’s first treehouse hotel. Owners Alea and Ashley take us through their six-year journey—from buying a former B&B with zero hospitality experience to building luxury treehouses, hosting …

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Zohran is Right and the Online Left is Wrong 1:15:39

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Mayor-Elect Zohran Mamdani's critics on the Left think he's a sell-out for not backing a primary challenge against Hakeem Jeffries or firing Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch. Some of them are about ready to denounce him as a fascist collaborator for sitting down with Donald Trump. Do any of these arguments add up? Follow Ben on Twitter: @BenBurgis…

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E424: The Family Office Playbook: Human Capital, Impact Investing & Generational Wealth Transfer with Bob Castellini 31:11

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In this engaging conversation, Bob Castellini shares his journey as a successful entrepreneur and the founder of a virtual family office. He discusses the importance of planning for business exits, the six forms of capital that contribute to wealth, and the unique investment strategies employed by family offices. Bob also reflects on his family's l…

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Meet Your Host: Shari Heilala, the Owner and CEO of Sage Outdoor Advisory 48:25

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Send us a text Connor welcomes new co‑host Shari Heilala to dig into the data, the grit, and the joy that power outdoor hospitality—from feasibility studies and appraisals to design choices that actually raise rates and length of stay. Shari brings a rare mix: she’s valued massive retail portfolios, led international corporate services, developed h…

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The First Openly Gay NBA Player On the Power of Courage, Leadership, and Empathy | John Amaechi 1:21:51

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What does it really mean to live with courage and conviction? On today’s episode, we sit down with Dr. John Amaechi — organizational psychologist, New York Times bestselling author, and the first openly gay NBA player. Along his journey, John always set out to be himself in a world that repeatedly told him he was too big, too soft-spoken, too smart…

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78. Starting Small, Dreaming Big: How Coorie Retreats Built a Vibrant Glamping Brand 56:31

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What does it take to build a beautiful, thriving glamping brand from scratch, with no hospitality background, limited funds, but a whole lot of creativity? It takes guts to dream big with ambition but no experience, and we can all learn a lot from those who do it. In this episode, we sit down with Eamon Heggarty, the founder of Coorie Retreats, to …

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E423: Happy Thanksgiving: The Capital Hacking Gratitude Edition 18:36

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In this Thanksgiving episode, Josh McCallen and John Edwin reflect on gratitude, leadership, and personal growth. They discuss the importance of leading with value in their community, GoBundance, and how it has transformed their lives and the lives of others. The conversation also touches on the significance of fatherhood and the evolving trends in…

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How To Live the Good Life - Lessons From The Longest Study On Happiness | Dr. Robert Waldinger 1:06:30

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What if the most powerful thing you can do for your health isn’t diet or exercise — but investing in the people you love? Today’s episode is from the Finding Mastery Vault — a timeless conversation with Dr. Robert Waldinger, psychiatrist, Harvard professor, Zen master, and Director of the world’s longest-running scientific study on happiness. In th…

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How A College Painter Built A $13M Hospitality Portfolio - Joe Lisa of Sol Stay & Fireside Capital 1:22:16

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Send us a text We trace Joe Lisa's path from college painting gigs to a $13m experiential hospitality portfolio, exploring how purpose, scrappy execution, and smarter permitting turned failures into fuel. From desert yurts to a reborn Ohio marina, we share what scales, what breaks, and why charm wins. • Aligning purpose with business and life • Inv…

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E422: 500 House Flips, 5 Books, and the Glory Days of Josh Dorkin’s BiggerPockets — A Candid Talk with J Scott 35:40

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In this conversation, J Scott shares his journey from a tech career in Silicon Valley to becoming a successful real estate investor and author. He discusses the challenges and strategies involved in flipping houses, the importance of building a strong team, and the evolution of his career into multifamily syndication. J also provides insights into …

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Olympic Gold Medalist: Other People Were Killing My Confidence (And How I Got It Back) - Caroline Marks 58:48

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What if the key to becoming a champion isn’t about chasing wins—but knowing when to pause, prioritize the inner work, and trust that the rest will follow? On today’s episode, filmed in front of a live audience at California Surf Club, we sit down with Caroline Marks — the 2023 World Surf League Women’s Champion and 2024 Olympic Gold Medalist. By 23…

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Thomas Jane | Throwing Dreams Into Space 1:22:49

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On this episode of The Story & Craft Podcast, we sit down with actor,Thomas Jane from the Amazon Prime Video film “Play DIrty”, as well as projects such as The Expanse and Boogie Nights. We cover Jane's impressive body of work, as well as his journey from modest beginnings in Maryland to becoming a notable actor in Hollywood. We discuss Thomas’ pas…

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#112, Ben talks to Arne Sieber on Solid State O2 cell at DEMA 2025 17:44

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Send us a text In this episode, Ben talks to Arne Sieber on Oxygen Cells, specifically Solid State Oxygen cells or more accurately, Optical Oxygen Analyzing Cells. This is interesting, cutting-edge stuff for the scuba and CCR nerds amongst us. Have fun. Also check out our youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/UnifiedTeamDiving…

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E421: From Nightclub Promoter to Landscape Hotelier - Boutique Hotel Investing- with Ben Wolff 24:52

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In this conversation, Ben Wolff shares his journey from nightclub promoter to a successful entrepreneur in the hospitality industry. He discusses the unique concept of tree house hotels under the Onera brand, the evolution of the Hill Country market, and his innovative marketing strategies that leverage social media and influencer partnerships. Ben…

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Beyond Lieutenant Dan: Gary Sinise on Love, Loss & Legacy 1:11:57

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What if real success is measured not by what you achieve, but by how deeply you give? On today’s episode, we sit down with Gary Sinise—Emmy Award–winning actor and director best known for his roles in Forrest Gump, Apollo 13, and CSI: New York, and founder of the Gary Sinise Foundation—to explore his lifelong arc from self to service. Gary takes us…

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Bonus Episode: Aaron Lazar & Dr. Michael Gervais on the Mastery of Self and the Journey to Reverse ALS | Impossible Dreams Podcast 58:43

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Welcome to a special Monday episode on the Finding Mastery channel. Every once in a while, we come across a story or a person that moves us in a profound way — and this is one of those moments. Recently, I was invited by Aaron Lazar to join him on his new podcast, Impossible Dreams. Aaron is an incredible human — a Broadway and television actor, si…

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E420: Why Top Airbnb Investors Are Flocking to Boutique Hotels — A Deep Dive with Josh McCallen 24:47

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The conversation explores the evolving landscape of investment in the hospitality sector, particularly focusing on the shift towards boutique and experiential resorts. It highlights the interest of major investment firms in these unique experiences rather than traditional hotel models. Ultimate Show Notes: 00:01:30 - Overview of the webinar on bout…

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How a $120 Billion Company Thinks Like a Startup | Matt Garman, CEO of Amazon Web Services 51:07

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What if your biggest competitive advantage isn’t how technologically advanced you are — but how psychologically agile your teams are? On today’s episode, we sit down with Matt Garman — CEO of Amazon Web Services — to dig into the leadership frameworks behind one of the world’s most innovative companies. We cover his “one-way vs. two-way doors” deci…

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77. Getting Found Online By Your Guests And How AI Is Changing Everything 51:46

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We're tackling a hot topic that's causing a stir across the experiential travel world—from glamping hosts and retreat leaders to boutique accommodation owners: Is traditional SEO… officially dead? If you've ever found yourself wondering how on earth you're meant to keep up with the pace of change in the digital world... you're not alone. And today'…

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E419: Inside VIVÂMEE Hospitality’s Bold Wellness Strategy | Brett Harmeling Joins the Team 34:42

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In this special episode of Capital Hacking, we are thrilled to announce a significant development for our community and our business, VIVÂMEE Hospitality. We are excited to welcome Brett Harmeling as our new Chief Growth Officer. Brett brings a wealth of experience in wellness and entrepreneurship, having built a successful wellness company, Happy …

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95% of Creative People Struggle With THIS | Wieden+Kennedy's Neal Arthur 58:52

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What if the real challenge of creativity isn’t coming up with ideas… but creating the conditions where people believe in them enough to fight for them? Today, we sit down with Neal Arthur, Global CEO of Wieden+Kennedy, the iconic creative agency behind culture-shaping work from Nike’s “Just Do It” to Coca-Cola and McDonald’s. Neal leads one of the …

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E418: How to Master the Hospitality Asset Class and Why Now May Be the Best Time to Invest in 30 Years with Christopher Kilcullen 31:49

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In this conversation, Christopher Kilcullen shares his extensive experience in the hospitality and real estate sectors, discussing the evolution of hotel franchising, the shift towards select service hotels, and the unique opportunities present in the current market. He highlights the importance of food and beverage in hospitality, the potential fo…

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Isaac French of Live Oak Lake: 'Less, But Better' in Hospitality and Living Life 1:16:47

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Send us a text What if a small, story-rich resort could command a seven-figure brand premium—and what would it take to build one? We sit down with creator-operator Isaac French to trace the arc of Live Oak Lake. From building Waco's first micro resort, an early Airbnb suspension that forced an unexpected direct booking strategy, and a sale shaped b…

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Body Language Expert: The #1 Habit That Makes You Unforgettable | Vanessa Van Edwards 1:34:26

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What if the key to deeper connection isn’t in what you say — but in how your body speaks, listens, and moves? On today’s episode, we sit down with Vanessa Van Edwards — behavioral researcher, bestselling author, and founder of Science of People. A self-described “recovering awkward person,” Vanessa turned social anxiety into a science-backed toolki…

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Trump: We Lost Vietnam and Iraq Because of Woke 1:00:13

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Donald Trump, who we keep hearing is a peacemaker, said his speech for the 250th anniversary of the founding of Navy that the U.S. only lost the wars in Vietnam and Afghanistan because we got too "woke" about war tactics. Ben Burgis breaks it down. Get tickets to the election night show in NYC: https://www.barfreda.com/#/events/156966 Read Ben's ar…

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The Labor Theory of Value and Marx's Theory of Exploitation 1:32:06

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Both supporters and opponents of the Labor Theory of Value often assume that the LTV and Marx's theory of capitalist exploitation are a package deal. Others, like G.A. Cohen, have questioned that link. Ben Burgis takes a look at the debate, arguing that these two ideas are related...but not in the way a lot of people assume. Sign up for Ben's Capit…

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E417: Learn Real Estate Lending & Capitalization from Garrett Miller 40:01

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In this episode of Capital Hacking, we had the privilege of speaking with Garrett Miller, founder of Washington Square Realty Capital. Garrett shared his fascinating journey from being an Olympian to becoming a leading expert in capital markets and real estate finance. He provided deep insights into structuring large commercial deals, explaining ke…

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Savannah Bananas: Inside The Banana Ball Phenomenon | Jesse Cole 1:17:35

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What if instead of chasing a seat at the table, you built an entirely new game — and the world fell in love with it? On today’s episode, we sit down with Jesse Cole, founder and owner of the Savannah Bananas and creator of Banana Ball. Jesse has built one of the most extraordinary, fast-growing sports movements by breaking every rule in the book. I…

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Krystal Ball vs. Saagar Enjeti: Is it “Neo-Confederate” to Refuse to Cooperate with ICE? 52:14

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Last week, Krystal Ball and Saagar Enjeti had an interesting mini-debate on whether states and cities that don't cooperate with ICE are doing something wrong on the grounds that it involves a "neo-Confederate" rejection of federal supreamcy. Ben Burgis breaks it down. Watch the 32-hour workweek video previewed at the end: https://www.youtube.com/wa…

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Curtis Yarvin Says We Can't Handle the Truth 1:07:14

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Ambiguously fascist JD Vance guru Curtis Yarvin has written an odd little essay called "You Can't Handle the Truth." Ben Burgis responds! Read the essay: https://graymirror.substack.com/p/you-cant-handle-the-truth Read Matt McManus's essay on Yarvin: https://www.commonwealmagazine.org/curtis-yarvin-thiel-carlyle-monarchism-reactionary Follow Ben on…

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Robert Nozick's Wilt Chamberlain Argument Against Redistribution 39:50

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Libertarian philosopher Robert Nozick made a classical argument against redistributing wealth and economic resources in his book "Anarchy, State & Utopia" based on a thought experiment about the basketball player Wilt Chamberlain. Marxist philosopher G.A. Cohen takes it apart piece by piece. Ben Burgis discusses! Read Ben's article about this in Ja…

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E416: From Launching Transitions Lenses to Teaching Timeless Leadership with Dave Cole 31:20

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In this episode of Capital Hacking, we discuss the journey of Dave Cole, who played a pivotal role in the development of transition lenses at PPG. The conversation explores the entrepreneurial spirit within a corporate environment, the strategic decisions that led to the creation of a competitive moat, and the importance of joint ventures. Dave sha…