Best Charles R Thomas Podcasts (2026)

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Ep 286: Andrés Ordóñez of McCann - "The Impactful Leader" 49:51

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What impact are you having? In this episode of Fearless Creative Leadership, Charles Day speaks with Andrés Ordóñez, newly appointed Global Chief Creative Officer of McCann. When this conversation was recorded, Andrés didn't yet know his future — which makes this a rare portrait of a leader reflecting not on a title, but on who he is. Across a deep…

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Ep 285: Ace of Hearts - "The Alive Leaders" 1:09:07

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How alive do you feel as a leader? In this episode of Fearless Creative Leadership, Charles Day sits down in London with the newly announced founders of Ace of Hearts — Rick Brim, Martin Beverly, and Polly McMorrow — for their first recorded conversation as partners. Over the past seven months, Charles has interviewed them individually while they p…

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Ep 284: Patricia Corsi of Kimberly-Clark - "The 'Make Mistakes' Leader" 54:28

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How do you react when people make mistakes? Patricia Corsi is the Chief Growth Officer of Kimberly-Clark. Patricia has been named one of the Top 50 Most Influential CMOs of the World by Forbes in 2024 and 2025. She has very clear beliefs about how to unlock creativity and innovation in her business, and the kind of leadership that requires. Creativ…

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Ep 283: David Rolfe of WPP - "The Producer" 30:05

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Are you creating trust? David Rolfe is the Head of Production at WPP. When David and I debated last year, whether one person could someday make a Super Bowl ad, it felt like a provocation. This year, we both agreed it's an inevitability. Which brings with it a bigger question. How will we tell the difference between what's real and what's synthetic…

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496: Trump's Big Beautiful Bill: Revolutionizing Real Estate Investing and Saving on Taxes 29:45

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Jason presents Travis King, CEO of Realm, a real estate investor collective, focusing on the "Big Beautiful Bill" and its positive implications for real estate investors. They discuss specific provisions like accelerated depreciation and the permanent grandfathering of Opportunity Zones, highlighting their role in attracting capital back into the m…

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Ep 282: Phil Thomas of Informa Festivals - "The Connector" 40:57

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How connected do your people feel? Phil Thomas is the Chief Creative Officer of Informa Festivals. They're the company that owns Cannes Lions. And Phil has recently been named as Chairman of Comic Relief. One of the things that I've learned hosting this podcast is that the most powerful leaders rarely get remembered for their titles. They're rememb…

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495: Strong Rental Market Demand, The Age of Bitcoin and the Coming Ai Disruptions with Mark Moss 37:41

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Jason welcomes Mark Moss, an expert in monetary policy, cryptocurrency, and investments. They primarily center on the transformative impact of artificial intelligence (AI) and technology on the economy and society. Moss argues that while AI offers immense potential for increased efficiency and wealth creation, it also exacerbates the wealth gap due…

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494: The US Economic Ponzi Scheme: Avoiding Collapse and the Path to Stability with Les Rubin 17:56

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Jason and Les Rubin discuss the critical issues of entitlements, government size, and the tax code in relation to US economic stability. They explore the potential of converting Social Security to private accounts and the challenges of reforming the current entitlement programs, acknowledging the need for public education and a shift in attitude. L…

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493: Halal Investing Unlocked: Smart Strategies for Ethical Wealth Growth 23:43

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Jason welcomes Dilshod Jumaniyazov as they discuss the concept of halal investing, which aligns with Islamic rules and laws, and its potential appeal to non-Muslims interested in social, responsible, and ethical investing. They also explore the rules and principles of Islamic finance, including the concept of 'halal' or permissible sources of reven…

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EP010 - Man 2 Man Discussion on Fathers 55:38

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Charles Thomas, Dr. Peter Brown and Devalle Clay discuss memories of their fathers and The parable of the Lost Son (Luke 15:11-31). ======================================================================== 💝💝↓↓↓↓↓↓ Donate to iBridging The Gap Teaching Ministry ↓↓↓↓↓↓ https://ibtg.churchcenter.com/giving/donations Please consider giving to our minist…

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Ep 281: Neil Waller of Whalar Group - "The 'This' Leader" 54:45

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What's the 'this' in your business? Neil Waller is the Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Whalar Group. They're a global creator company. Whalar have done as much as anyone, and more than most, to catalyze the creator economy. And as you'll hear, it was inspired by a conversation with and an unforgettable provocation from Sir John Hegarty. But behind their s…

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492: Fractional Real Estate Investing for Only $250 with Alex Blackwood 38:01

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Jason and Alex Blackwood discuss the current state of the DC housing market, focusing on the impact of low mortgage rates, the challenges of housing affordability, and the potential for a widening wealth gap between homeowners and renters. They also explored the impact of the pandemic on the real estate market, the potential benefits of Trump's pol…

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491: Trump 2.0, Trade Wars, and the Future of the Dollar with Charles Goyette 37:25

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Jason and Charles Goyette discuss the current political climate, the implications of tariffs and trade wars, and the potential for significant changes in government spending and taxation. They also explored the impact of technology on the economy, the concept of currency competition, and the potential for a global financial crisis due to increasing…

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Ep 280: Jill Cress of H&R Block - "The Invested Leader" 52:59

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Jill Cress is the Chief Marketing and Experience Officer for H&R Block. She also serves on the board of the AdCouncil, and she's been recognized on Forbes' list of the World's 50 Most Influential CMOs. Before H&R Block, Jill spent 20 years at MasterCard. Now, a leader who spends most of their professional life working in financial institutions coul…

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490: The Humble Alpha/ Finding Your True Identity & Redefining Leadership with Steven Kuhn 27:15

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This interview delves into Steven Kuhn's "Humble Alpha" concept, focusing on internal strength and authenticity. Kuhn emphasizes discovering one's true identity through self-reflection and external feedback, culminating in a two-word moniker. He champions certainty and "HIT" principles (honesty, integrity, transparency) as foundations for leadershi…

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Ep 279: Lisa Fischer - "The Background Leader" 54:00

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When do you stop and take a breath? If you've listened to Luther Vandross or Tina Turner, or Sting, or Chaka Khan, or Teddy Pendergrass, or Roberta Flack, then you've heard Lisa Fischer sing. If you went to a Rolling Stones concert between 1989 and 2015, you saw Lisa as the band's lead female singer join Mick Jagger on stage. If you've seen her in …

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Ep 278: Shu Hung of AKQA - "The Quiet Leader" 32:59

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Do you welcome the sounds of silence? Shu Hung is the Global Chief Creative Officer of AKQA. In a complicated world, Shu has learned that knowing who you are is the foundation on which leadership success is built. Please come as you are. There is such profound truth in that request, and such enormous challenge. We spend so much of our lives wonderi…

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Ep 277: Nicole Parlapiano of Tubi - "The Open Communicator" 39:36

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What should we expect from you? Nicole Parlapiano is the Chief Marketing Officer at Tubi. When she arrived two and a half years ago, Tubi was an eight year old business that had no brand recognition. Today, with the help of their ad agency, Mischief, the streaming service has 97 million active monthly users, up from 20 million in 2019. Leading a ch…

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489: Immigration and Trump Policies- Securing America's Future with Richard Duncan 1:16:44

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Richard Duncan @RichardDuncanEconomics explores the potential benefits of a U.S. Sovereign Wealth Fund, advocating for increased government investment in key industries like AI and biotechnology. Duncan argues this strategy could significantly boost economic growth, enhance national security by countering China's technological dominance, and genera…

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Ep 276: Sir Andrew Strauss - "The Captain" 44:12

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Sir Andrew Strauss is the former Captain of the England cricket team which he led to become the number one team in the world for the first time in England's history. He then became England's Director of Cricket and he's recognized as the architect of the country's first ever one day World Cup victory. In 2019, he was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II …

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488: You Won't Believe How Trump's Policy Affects Your Wallet with Prof. David Collum 49:26

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Is Trump's America First policy the solution to the rising inflation in the US? Today, we dive into the details of Trump's economic approach and examine whether his America First policy is effective in combating inflation. From tariffs on foreign goods to tax cuts, we analyze the impact of Trump's policies on the US economy and explore whether they…

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Ep 275: Jim Stengel - "The Intentioned Leader" 47:28

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Who do you trust? Jim Stengel is the former CMO of P&G, and he's now a hugely successful author, speaker, coach, consultant, and advisor. He's also the host of the brilliant CMO Podcast. In our conversation, Jim and I started to lay the framework for how we think that leadership is going to have to evolve as the confidence in most institutions, inc…

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Ep 274: How Will The Best Leaders Lead In 2025? 18:08

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Welcome to the first episode of 2025. A year that promises to be unlike any other on so many levels. This episode is designed as a provocation, an inspiration, and a roadmap for the leaders of businesses, for whom unlocking creative thinking is critical. Over the last four weeks, I've talked to 12 exceptional leaders from a diverse set of experienc…

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EP009 - Adam and Eve Talk at the Table 43:05

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Happy New Year! Join us in this conversation about Adam and Eve as we sit around the table celebrating the beginning of this new year. Jan, Mariah, Elivia, Carolyn and I hope you enjoy listening to this episode on Adam and Eve as much as we enjoyed creating it. ======================================================================== 💝💝↓↓↓↓↓↓ Donate…

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487: Why Debt is my Favorite 4 Letter Word- Mortgage Matters with Housing Expert Josh Mettle 45:30

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Jason welcomes Josh Mettle, an expert in mortgages markets. According to Josh, the recent decline in mortgage purchase applications, despite rising home prices, is not indicative of a looming housing crash. This is because the current demographic trends favor homeownership, with millennials and Gen Z representing a large cohort of potential buyers.…

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Ep 273: Karl Lieberman of Wieden + Kennedy - "The Non-Conformer" 37:10

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What does your company reject? Karl Lieberman is the Global Chief Creative Officer of Wieden + Kennedy. Wieden is a reference point among creative companies in many industries. For almost 45 years, they'd been impacting culture and driving business for their clients by unlocking the creativity of their people. . Creating the kind of environment in …

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486: The Next Crash is Upon Us|Harry Dent Warns of the Coming Economic Collapse 52:01

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Jason welcomes Harry Dent, a renowned economic forecaster, discussed the prolonged economic bubble. He emphasized that the current bubble, driven by massive government stimulus and money printing, is unprecedented in its longevity—three times longer than historical bubbles. Dent believes the bubble, which should have burst by 2021, has been artific…

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485: Transitioning from Communism to Privatization: A Client Case Study with Elena Clark 32:03

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Jason welcomes Elena Clark as they discuss Elena's experiences during the privatization phase in Russia, including her role as an attorney in Samara City and Moscow, and the economic transition from the Soviet Union to a free market economy. They also explored the land use system in Soviet times, the privatization of land, and the process of exchan…

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484: Let's Talk Money: Real-World Financial Advice with Megan Gorman, Author of All the Presidents' Money: How the Men Who Governed America Governed Their Money 56:47

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Megan Gorman, author of "All the President's Money," explores the financial habits of US presidents throughout history. Gorman, a financial advisor, tax attorney, and wealth manager, discusses the presidents' varying approaches to money management, from frugal to extravagant. She also explores the historical context of each president's financial de…

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Ep 272: Lina Polimeni of Eli Lilly and Company - "The Big Dreams Leader" 45:53

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What are you willing to compromise? Lina Polimeni is the Chief Corporate Brand Officer at Eli Lilly and Company. This is a business whose work is often the difference between life and death, where they are trying to cure cancer, and where the outcome is very personal. In the middle of that reality, your own leadership journey is fueled by a lot of …

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Ep 272: Lina Polimeni - In 23 23:10

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Edited highlights of our full length conversation. What are you willing to compromise? Lina Polimeni is the Chief Corporate Brand Officer at Eli Lilly and Company. This is a business whose work is often the difference between life and death, where they are trying to cure cancer, and where the outcome is very personal. In the middle of that reality,…

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Ep 271: Kerry Sulkowicz of Boswell Group - "The Psychoanalyst" 41:54

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Are you centered? Kerry Sulkowicz is the Past-President of the American Psychoanalytic Association, and the Founder and Managing Principal of Boswell Group. They provide leadership advice to boards and CEOs. Kerry and I have been friends for a long time, and he has taught me much about the psychodynamic aspects of leadership. Whenever we talk, his …

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Ep 271: Kerry Sulkowicz - In 21 21:41

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Edited highlights of our full length conversation. Are you centered? Kerry Sulkowicz is the Past-President of the American Psychoanalytic Association, and the Founder and Managing Principal of Boswell Group. They provide leadership advice to boards and CEOs. Kerry and I have been friends for a long time, and he has taught me much about the psychody…

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483: Navigating the Housing Market: Rising Interest Rates, Refinancing, Emerging Markets and Institutional Investors with Robert Helms 25:51

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Jason and Robert Helms discuss the recent increase in mortgage refinancing activity and the ongoing housing shortage, its impact on the real estate market, and potential solutions for affordable housing. They also explore emerging real estate opportunities, such as investing in high-demand, low-supply markets and the potential of parking lots as an…

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Ep 270: Taban Shoresh of The Lotus Flower - "The Refugee" 47:44

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What is your pain for? Taban Shoresh is the Founder of The Lotus Flower, a UK-based charity that supports women and girls that have been displaced by conflict, and helps them to build sustainable futures. Since 2016, the charity's projects have impacted more than 60,000 women, girls, and community members. Every now and then, you meet someone whose…

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Ep 270: Taban Shoresh - In 24 24:48

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Edited highlights of our full length conversation. What is your pain for? Taban Shoresh is the Founder of The Lotus Flower, a UK-based charity that supports women and girls that have been displaced by conflict, and helps them to build sustainable futures. Since 2016, the charity's projects have impacted more than 60,000 women, girls, and community …

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Ep 269: Heather Freeland of Adobe - "The 'Is That Good?' Leader" 49:01

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Is that good? Heather Freeland is the Chief Brand Officer at Adobe, a business that, as Heather describes, is undergoing significant change to prepare itself for the future to come, and the one that is already here. In a company long known for providing powerful tools to creative people, the advent of Generative AI is both a threat and an opportuni…

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Ep 269: Heather Freeland - In 25 25:44

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Edited highlights of our full length conversation. Is that good? Heather Freeland is the Chief Brand Officer at Adobe, a business that, as Heather describes, is undergoing significant change to prepare itself for the future to come, and the one that is already here. In a company long known for providing powerful tools to creative people, the advent…

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482: Leadership and Real Estate: Creating a Successful Business and Life with Trey Taylor 23:20

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Real estate investor Trey Taylor advocates for single-family homes as a stable, long-term investment. He emphasizes financial prudence, focusing on properties generating rental income that exceeds expenses. While acknowledging economic challenges like rising interest rates, Taylor remains optimistic about the housing market's resilience. His leader…

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Ep 268: Gabriel Schmitt of Grey - "The Rhyme and Reason Leader" 43:19

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Why are you doing what you're doing? Gabriel Schmitt has just celebrated his one year anniversary as the Global CCO of Grey. Grey's proposition is that they have been coming up with famously effective ideas since 1917. Gabriel is somewhat younger than that, but over his career, has learned one of the most important leadership lessons that I think o…

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Ep 268: Gabriel Schmitt - In 22 22:39

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Edited highlights of our full length conversation. Why are you doing what you're doing? Gabriel Schmitt has just celebrated his one year anniversary as the Global CCO of Grey. Grey's proposition is that they have been coming up with famously effective ideas since 1917. Gabriel is somewhat younger than that, but over his career, has learned one of t…

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Ep 267: Lisa Smith of JKR - "The Contagious Leader" 54:21

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How well do you know yourself? Lisa Smith is the Global Executive Creative Director at JKR. Fast Company have called her a visionary designer, citing in particular her work for Burger King, the Victoria & Albert Museum in London, Chobani and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. They described her work as unique because "it has consistently changed the v…

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Ep 267: Lisa Smith - In 27 27:07

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Edited highlights of our full length conversation. How well do you know yourself? Lisa Smith is the Global Executive Creative Director at JKR. Fast Company have called her a visionary designer, citing in particular her work for Burger King, the Victoria & Albert Museum in London, Chobani and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. They described her work a…

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Ep 266: Lucy Jameson, Natalie Graeme, Nils Leonard of Uncommon - "The Uncommon Founders" 47:51

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Which direction are you going? Nils Leonard, one of the co-founders of Uncommon - the award winning global creative studio - has been a regular guest on this show since I started Fearless seven years ago. In all of that time, I've wondered abut his partnership with his two co-founders, Natalie Graeme and Lucy Jameson. Why did they decide to go into…

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Ep 266: Lucy Jameson, Natalie Graeme, Nils Leonard - In 24 24:49

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Edited highlights of our full length conversation. Which direction are you going? Nils Leonard, one of the co-founders of Uncommon - the award winning global creative studio - has been a regular guest on this show since I started Fearless seven years ago. In all of that time, I've wondered abut his partnership with his two co-founders, Natalie Grae…

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481: The Collapse of the Dollar's Empire and @MilkshakesPod with Brent Johnson 25:19

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The Dollar Milkshake Theory, proposed by Brent Johnson of Santiago Capital, predicts a surge in the US dollar's value compared to other currencies. This is due to the US's strong financial system, deep markets, and the dominance of the dollar in global transactions, like oil purchases. When a global debt crisis strikes, countries will scramble for …

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Ep 265: Jon Cook of VML - "The Second Chance Leader" 29:01

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What lessons have you learned? This episode features the return visit of Jon Cook, the Global CEO of VML. I interviewed Jon for the first time a year ago, eight months after he had died while going for a run in his neighborhood. Today, he is the CEO of the world's largest advertising agency. We covered a lot of topics during our latest conversation…

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Ep 264: An AI Thesis - "The Creative Industries and AI - Wrap" 20:24

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What will be the impact of AI on the creative industries, and how can we meet this moment? This is the final episode of my series of interviews over the last few weeks leading up to and through the Cannes Lions Festival of Creativity. It offers a map for the future based on those conversations, and observations of the speed of change. If you haven'…

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480: American Fascism, Corporatism & Elite Oppression- on a Global Scale @IvorCumminsScience @wef 49:01

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Jason welcomes Ivor Cummins, author of "Eat Rich, Live Long!", who transitioned from corporate problem-solving to investigating food supply corruption. He shared a conference stage with Jason Hartman, discussing elite class agendas. Cummins, a biochemical engineer, criticized the handling of COVID-19, comparing it to a severe flu. He believes media…

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Ep 263: David Rolfe of WPP - "The Creative Industries and AI - Part 10" 28:13

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Where does ideation end and production begin? This episode is part of a series of conversations I've been having in partnership with the Cannes Lion Festival of Creativity. Over the last few weeks, I've been focusing my study of leadership through a single lens, the impact of Artificial Intelligence on the Creative Industries. This final interview …