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David Senra

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Learn from history's greatest entrepreneurs. Every week I read a biography of an entrepreneur and find ideas you can use in your work. This quote explains why: "There are thousands of years of history in which lots and lots of very smart people worked very hard and ran all types of experiments on how to create new businesses, invent new technology, new ways to manage etc. They ran these experiments throughout their entire lives. At some point, somebody put these lessons down in a book. For v ...
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James Altucher interviews the world's leading peak performers in every area of life. But instead of giving you the typical success story, James digs deeper to find the "Choose Yourself" story - these are the moments we relate to... when someone rises up from personal struggle to reinvent themselves. The James Altucher Show brings you into the lives of peak-performers: billionaires, best-selling authors, rappers, astronauts, athletes, comedians, actors, and the world champions in every field, ...
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In-depth conversations with authors about their books—how and why they write, the books and authors they admire, and so much more. Plus, occasional takes on what's going on in the business of books. And year-end round-ups of reading recommendations from the staff of Rakuten Kobo, the global digital bookseller. Episodes run ~45 minutes. Hosted by Michael Tamblyn and Nathan Maharaj.
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The gripping adventures of Lord Russell as depicted in his Autobiography "My Way". Lord Russell's world - the captivating world of an explorer, philanthropist, sportsman and author. The World of Lord Russell PodCast Talk Show focuses on Lord Russell's global adventures, explorer expeditions. Plus guests from the world of sport, film, tv, theatre and culture, by interviewing personalities, legends and icons across many diverse sports and cultures in the virtual studio; including, football, sn ...
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The Listening Podcast

Liquid Cinema

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The Listening Podcast features conversations with fascinating people in the world of music, film & art. We talk about how they got started, obstacles they faced, their personal creative process, and what inspires them.
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Motywacyjny booking

Konrad Chołost

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My vision is to give you the best examples of books to spark your career, boost your business, rule your own life and be a better person. Check out also my personal website: www.cholost.com. Old shows - https://drive.google.com/open?id=1MS81zAS8bGYhyioWR3-dSReUujy5ZXuM Episode 1 D.Carnagie - Jak zdobyć przyjaciół i zjednać sobie ludzi; Episode 2 A.Vance - Elon Musk Biografia twórcy PayPal, Tesla, SpaceX; Episode 3 L.A. Lofton - Warren Buffett inwestuje jak dziewczyna. Dlaczego powinieneś iść ...
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Stairway to CEO

Lee Greene

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Stairway to CEO is a podcast, hosted by entrepreneur Lee Greene, featuring untold stories from inspiring Founders & CEOs about what it takes to start and grow a business.
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The Dependent Independent Podcast

Dependent Independent Productions

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The Dependent Independent Podcast is a personal journal podcast, created in 2015 and hosted by Nick G. Join him on this journey of self-discovery into his 40's, setting a goal to record 200 episodes with real friends & co-hosts as they pull from their experiences to make real, authentic connections with one another. Experience those moments in conversations where we tackle a relevant topic and realize all the things that happen in life that keep us moving forward. New shows post Thursday mor ...
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Best Book Breakdown

Best Book Breakdown

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Welcome to Best Book Breakdown, the podcast that breaks down the bestseller books you need to read! If you love the idea of reading all the latest bestsellers but simply don't have the time, then this podcast is perfect for you. Each episode, we'll provide you with a comprehensive summary of a popular book that has made it onto the bestseller lists. We'll cover everything from plot and character development to key themes and takeaways, giving you all the information you need to know in a con ...
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Let's Go Win Podcast

Host: JM Ryerson

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⭐ Top 100 Business Motivation Podcasts ⭐ Top 100 Inspirational Leadership Podcasts ⭐ Top 100 Positive Leadership Podcasts list The Let’s Go Win Podcast with JM Ryerson is your ultimate resource for leadership, performance, and personal growth. Hosted by JM Ryerson, an executive coach, international speaker, and best-selling author, this podcast features insightful conversations with top entrepreneurs, executives, and thought leaders who have mastered success without sacrificing fulfillment. ...
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Welcome to the Love&BLoved Platform — a space created for real people to share stories of their life's challenges, faith and triumphs. Behind this mission is a survivor, author, and advocate, driven by faith, compassion, and a commitment to transformation. I am a wife, a mother of three. I am an author of spiritual autobiography 'Miraculous, My Journey from Hell to Heaven', public speaker, social justice advocate and a host of the Love&BLoved Platform, speaking , coaching, podcasting. My jou ...
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Inventor, author, printer, scientist, politician, diplomat—all these terms do not even begin to fully describe the amazing and multitalented, Benjamin Franklin who was of course also one of the Founding Fathers of America. At the age of 75, in 1771 he began work on what he called his Memoirs. He was still working on it when he died in 1790 and it was published posthumously, entitled An Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin. The book had a complicated and controversial publication history. Stran ...
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ABOUT SCOTT JORDAN: Scott Jordan is the CEO and Founder of SCOTTeVEST and TEC-Technology Enabled Clothing(R). He created these companies to solve a common and growing problem: he loved gadgets, but there was no easy way to carry, organize, access and protect them while he traveled. As more people joined the “pocket revolution” he was starting, it became clear that the mission of SCOTTeVEST extended far beyond just the multi-pocketed vest he invented. In 2000, Scott Jordan created SCOTTeVEST ...
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2030 School

Richard Coward

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What will the world and education look like in 2030? In this podcast I talk to some interesting people that we can learn from and who can inspire us. Education is the most important tool that can change the world. It not only brings out more opportunities, and generates the economy and wealth, it is also extremely important for solving problems and peace. What conflict can't be solved by better education and mutual understanding?
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We are living in a pivotal global moment. The world is radically changing, are you? According to international scientists, 2030 is a point of no return, an unprecedented looming economic and existential threat to humanity - an inconvenient truth becomes an undeniable reality. In a world on fire, plagued by the worst global pandemic in over a century, we face unparalleled inequalities and menacing deep divides. Our Future hangs in the balance. If you are worried, you are not alone. The latest ...
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Send us a text 🎯 The Silver Sales Bullet – with Ian L George Unlock the secrets to sales mastery with Ian L George, a seasoned expert who’s helped transform businesses across industries. In this episode, Ian shares his proven strategies for building trust, closing deals, and creating long-term client relationships. Whether you're a startup founder,…
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This episode dives deep with two-time 2CCX award-winning strategist and best-selling author Kayvon Kay. Together, we explore why sales is not just about scripts or closes but about energy, identity, and the way you show up in every area of life. In this episode, you’ll learn: 💡 Why “sales is life” and how this perspective shifts everything. 💡 The f…
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A Note from James This might be the most insane chess story I’ve ever heard—not even really a chess story, but a cult story. It’s wild, intense, and ultimately inspiring. Danny Rensch grew up in a cult in Arizona. At just 10 years old, the cult leader noticed his chess ability, took him away from his parents, and he wouldn’t see his mother again fo…
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This episode is about Bill Gates' obsessive drive and hardcore work ethic. Bill Gates had the rarest entrepreneurial talent—the ability to see the leverage point in a new industry, seize it with relentless intensity, and *will* Microsoft into one of the most successful companies in human history. To make this episode I read Bill's new autobiography…
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A Note from James I’m really concerned about the level of discourse in this country. It’s almost a cliché to say that now, but especially after the Charlie Kirk assassination, the division feels overwhelming. I even got invited to speak at the Oxford Union—the most prestigious debate society in the world—but ultimately declined because I didn’t lik…
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On this powerful episode of the Let’s Go Win podcast, I sat down with Nate Green, a former cop, bestselling author, serial entrepreneur, and leadership coach who embodies grit, heart, and family-first values. Nate’s story is one of brutal lows and unbelievable comebacks: from being paralyzed in his twenties and told he might only live a decade, to …
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A Note from James This is a crazy story. Martin Suarez holds the record for the longest continuous undercover assignment in FBI history. He went undercover as a cartel drug lord—smuggling billions of dollars’ worth of cocaine while posing as “Manny.” At one point, the story even starts with a gun to his head, convinced his cover was blown. The book…
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Host Nathan Maharaj spoke with Antonio Michael Downing, author of the 2021 memoir Saga Boy: My Life of Blackness and Becoming, as well as the illustrated children’s book Stars in My Crown. For just about a year now he’s also been the host of CBC’s The Next Chapter, where every week he talks to authors and once in a while an opinionated bookseller, …
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Episode Description Right after wrapping up their main conversation, James and Brian hit record again for a bonus session. What came out is an unfiltered talk on humility, arrogance, and the strange mix of traits needed to achieve great things. From the wisdom of the Talmud to the Dunning–Kruger effect, they explore why even Nobel Prize winners wre…
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This episode covers the extreme perseverance and the stubborn genius of James Dyson. Dyson has a business philosophy which is very different from anything you might have encountered before. A philosophy which demands difference from what exists and retention of total control. For almost four decades, James Dyson has been building one of the most va…
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In a world increasingly shaped by media, Hollywood stands as a powerful force, a global megaphone for entertainment, culture, and storytelling. But what is the true impact of this influence? And how does the industry wield its immense power to shape our thoughts, passions, and dreams? In a captivating conversation, we delve into these questions and…
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Episode Description James sits down once again with cosmologist Brian Keating—longtime friend of the show and author of Into the Impossible: Focus Like a Nobel Prize Winner. In this candid conversation, they challenge each other’s views on focus, curiosity, and the trade-offs of staying in your lane. Brian shares behind-the-scenes lessons from inte…
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In this episode of the Let’s Go Win podcast, I sit down with Athena Brownson — a professional freestyle skier turned realtor, developer, and entrepreneur based in Denver. Athena’s journey is one of grit, reinvention, and the relentless decision to be a victor despite the reality of living with a debilitating chronic illness. From launching off 100-…
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A Note from James I’ve been on and off writing. From 2004 to 2021, I wrote one to two books a year, without fail. Since then, nothing. But I’ve been working on an idea: obsession. When I’m not obsessed, I can’t do much—sometimes not even the basics. But when I am obsessed, I can turn that energy into real outcomes: a business, a book, a skill, some…
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A Note from James The man, the myth, the legend—Rick Harrison. You know him as the star of Pawn Stars, the reality show based on the Gold & Silver Pawn Shop in Las Vegas. The show has been running for over 21 seasons, and Rick himself has become the godfather of the pawn business. I even joined Rick and Chumlee on their own podcast, Pawn After Dark…
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In this episode of the Let’s Go Win Podcast, I sat down with Jack McColl to explore one powerful guiding principle: freedom. Jack has built his life and businesses around that north star — and developed a repeatable system called Credit Stacking that helps entrepreneurs access interest-free business funding, scale faster, and design life on their o…
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Host Michael Tamblyn spoke with novelist Scott Alexander Howard, winner of the 2025 Kobo Emerging Writer Prize and author of The Other Valley. It’s the story of Odile Ozanne, a young girl who lives in a small village in a valley. In the next valley over, in the west, there is an identical village where events from 20 years ago are taking place, and…
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A Note from James I’m honored to have today’s guest: Tristan de Montebello, a finalist in the World Championship of Public Speaking. He also co-founded UltraSpeaking (ultraspeaking.com/james), where he teaches techniques to improve communication through games and real-world practice. We even played some of those games during this episode, and they …
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Send us a text 🎙️ Empowering Business Leaders with Vision, Strategy for Sustained Growth – with Michelle Lestas The World of Lord Russell Podcast Talk Show In this inspiring episode, Lord Russell Baker welcomes Michelle Lestas, CEO of Michelle Lestas Associates and Executive Chair of MENTupLEADup, to explore the art of empowering business leaders t…
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On this episode of the Let’s Go Win Podcast, I sit down with Ben Reinberg, founder and CEO of Alliance Consolidated Group of Companies, to unpack the mindset, strategy, and discipline behind building a commercial real estate empire. Ben went from humble beginnings in Chicago to managing hundreds of millions in assets, and he’s distilled decades of …
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A Note from James What does it take to make a discovery that changes the world? Think about landing on the moon — a true moonshot. Along the way, countless technologies were invented that reshaped life back on Earth. My guest today, Astro Teller, has been part of that same kind of world-changing work. At X — Alphabet’s Moonshot Factory — he’s led p…
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This episode covers the insanely valuable company-building principles of Elon Musk—and nothing else. I spent well over 60 hours reading (and rereading) the biography of Elon Musk written by Walter Isaacson. I then spent several days editing down 40 pages of notes from the book. I deleted everything that was not about How Elon Works. This episode fo…
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A Note from James There’s always been debate about whether college is worth it. But what if there’s a better alternative—one that actually prepares you to become the person you want to be? My good friend Matt Smith just wrote a book with Doug Casey called The Preparation. It’s not theory—he’s been putting his own son through it as a real-world expe…
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In a world grappling with uncertainty, a powerful truth emerges: real transformation doesn't just happen in boardrooms, it ignites in the heart of experience. Join us as we delve into a riveting conversation with corporate luminary Wendy Lucas Bull, whose journey from the competitive tennis court to the highest echelons of South African business is…
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In this episode of the Let’s Go Win Podcast, I sit down with Daven Michaels — entrepreneur, bestselling author, global speaker, and founder of the San Juan Social Club. We talk about his moves from Hollywood to Vegas to Puerto Rico, why bold choices create massive opportunities, and how he built thriving communities along the way. Daven also shares…
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Send us a text 🎙️ The World of Lord Russell Podcast Talk Show Episode Title: A Tribute to Ray Wilkins — with Ross Wilkins In this deeply moving episode, Lord Russell Baker pays tribute to the legendary Ray Wilkins MBE — a football icon, a gentleman, and a man remembered with great affection both on and off the pitch. Joined by Ray’s son, Ross Wilki…
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Host Nathan Maharaj spoke with novelist Rob Franklin. His debut novel Great Black Hope is about a young man, named Smith, who gets arrested for cocaine possession on his way home from a party at the end of an oppressively hot New York summer. Smith is Black, and he’s queer; he’s also a Stanford graduate and his family back in Atlanta is, as they sa…
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Episode Description James sits down with Case Kenny, author of The Opposite of Settling and host of New Mindset, Who Dis?, to talk about how our expectations around relationships shape the way we date and commit. Case shares the research, stories, and mindset shifts that helped him go from avoiding commitment in his twenties to finding fulfillment …
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In this high-energy episode of the Let’s Go Win podcast, JM Ryerson sits down with Justin Goodbread — a deca-millionaire entrepreneur, bestselling author, and speaker who has built and exited seven companies. From living in a double-wide trailer to achieving financial freedom, Justin shares the exact mindset, systems, and daily habits that turned h…
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A curated collection of Steve’s speeches, interviews, and correspondence, Make Something Wonderful offers a window into how one of the world’s most creative entrepreneurs approached his life and work. In these pages, Steve shares his perspective on his childhood, on launching and being pushed out of Apple, on his time with Pixar and NeXT, and on hi…
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Episode Description: Hosted by James Altucher (serial entrepreneur, bestselling author of "Choose Yourself," podcaster, hedge fund manager, chess master, and investor in over 20 companies, with expertise in crypto and AI) and Joseph Jacks (founder and general partner of OSS Capital, the world's first VC firm dedicated to commercial open-source soft…
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Send us a text 🎙️ The World of Cyber Security – with Francis West 📺 The World of Lord Russell Podcast Talk Show 🔐 Episode Title: Security Everywhere – Simplifying Cyber Security Join Lord Russell Baker in this compelling episode as he welcomes Francis West, the Cyber Security National Lead for the FSB, CompTIA mentor, and CEO of Security Everywhere…
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A Note from James: "Anatomy of a Con Artist. The 14 red flags to spot scammers, grifters, and thieves". This is a book—an amazing book—by Johnathan Walton. Check out his podcast Queen of the Con, and his new one Cocaine Air. We talk about both in this episode. But his book, Anatomy of a Con Artist, is just dead on. Johnathan shares how he got conne…
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