Best CrazyTok Media Podcasts (2025)

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Retail Media vs Big Tech: Who Really Wins in 2025? 37:01

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15d ago37:01

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What happens when a Zomato hustler-turned-retail media leader decides to take on Asia Pacific’s ad tech game? On this episode of Trillion Dollar Ads, I sit down with Prashant Kala, who started his career in the early days of Zomato and now runs the ads business for Agoda across Asia Pacific. From building teams at ShopBack to shaping how travel bra…

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Why the ad targeting model might collapse 27:12

4M ago27:12

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What happens when a media veteran trades ad land for the world of data privacy? In this episode, I sat down with Gman, former APAC head at Mindshare and now founder of Saptharushi, a privacy-tech startup tackling the messy world of data consent. After 30 years of shaping advertising strategies for big brands, he saw the writing on the wall—privacy …

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Boom & Bust: Another One Bites the Dust 44:52

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How did we get from trading seashells to billion-dollar crypto empires? The story of money is wilder than any movie, and it’s shaped the way we live today. In this episode, we take a fast-paced ride through history—from Wall Street’s boom-and-bust cycles to the rise of big tech and the crypto revolution. How did we end up in a world where digital a…

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Why Do Banks Control Everything? 36:31

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How did a few clever ideas transform the entire world of money and banking? Join us, Azmul and Sherry, as we dive deep into the riveting history of financial innovations from medieval money lenders to the titans of modern banking. We'll uncover how banking began, soared, crashed, and evolved into the systems we rely on today. Tune in to explore the…

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Goodbye Cookies, Hello Privacy? The Ad Shift Explained 29:09

6M ago29:09

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How did a random internship at eBay lead to a thriving career in advertising? Dive into this episode of the Trillion Dollar Ads Podcast where Timmy Bankole reveals his unexpected journey from an eager intern at eBay to a key player in the ad tech scene. Hear firsthand how Timmy fell in love with the challenges and innovations of advertising and how…

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How Money Lending Shaped Our World 34:19

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What if medieval moneylenders invented credit cards before it was cool? In this episode, Sherry and I journey through history, uncovering how lending started as a risky handshake deal in medieval Europe and evolved into the banking world we love (or fear) today. Along the way, we meet the Medici family — think Renaissance bankers meet power influen…

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From Barter to Bitcoin: A History of Money 28:35

7M ago28:35

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Is money actually a form of technology? In this episode, co-hosts Sherry Jiang and Azmul Haque explore the evolution of currency from ancient cowrie shells to today's digital transactions. This first episode delves into money as an innovative technology, examining how it has shaped global trade and personal finance over millennia. Listen as they di…

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TechTonik Sampler Audio Trailer 2:08

7M ago2:08

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Welcome to TechTonik, a brand new podcast that explores the riveting journey of technology through history! Join our hosts, Sherry Jiang and Azmul Haque, as they delve into the origins and evolution of innovations that have reshaped our world. From the inception of money to the rise of digital currencies, each episode offers a deep dive into the te…

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TechTonik Trailer 1:13

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Welcome to TechTonik, a brand new podcast that explores the riveting journey of technology through history! Join our hosts, Sherry Jiang and Azmul Haque, as they delve into the origins and evolution of innovations that have reshaped our world. From the inception of money to the rise of digital currencies, each episode offers a deep dive into the te…

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Extending Retail Media to 360 degree marketing : Zalora in Asia 29:34

11M ago29:34

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How did a marketing leader turn fashion into a retail media powerhouse? Join me as I chat with Alin Dobrea, who shares his journey from starting in London’s ad agencies to leading Zalora’s marketing services in Southeast Asia. Alin talks about building a business from scratch, navigating the fast-growing world of retail media, and offering brands a…

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The challenges and opportunities in ad tech measurement 29:53

12M ago29:53

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What does it take to build a successful business in Asia? In this episode, Jayesh sits down with Jordan Khoo, a pioneer in the ad tech space, who shares his 20-year journey of building companies across Southeast Asia. From leading iBlaster’s evolution to MediaMind and its eventual acquisition by Amazon, to founding DoubleVerify’s APAC operations, J…

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The Future of Advertising and Agencies 35:49

1y ago35:49

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In this episode Prantik shares his unexpected journey from studying computer engineering at NUS to becoming a key player in the advertising world. He talks about his roles at Pinstorm, Happy Marketer, and Merkle, and how he’s shaped the industry. Alongside his work in advertising, Prantik is an active investor, president of the TIE chapter, and a s…

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Why Southeast Asia’s Retail Media Boom is Just Getting Started 28:36

1y ago28:36

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Retail media is quietly transforming Southeast Asia's advertising landscape. Join me on this episode of Trillion Dollar Ads as I chat with JJ Eastwood, the Managing Director of Carousell Media. JJ shares his journey from eBay to Carousell Media, highlighting his early involvement in retail media and the evolution of the industry. We'll explore how …

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Trillion Dollar Ads: Trailer 2:43

1y ago2:43

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Welcome to Trillion Dollar Ads! In this podcast, we discuss the top trends and challenges facing the advertising industry, especially from an Asia Pacific standpoint. For example: - Digital advertising will be a trillion dollar industry by 2028. What are the trends leading up to it? How should marketers adapt? - Retail media has already crossed $20…

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MT30 | Being Rich is Not the Same as Being Wealthy 37:21

2+ y ago37:21

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Do you feel information overload in a world where every other person has their opinion on finances and investments? Are you also confused about which asset to buy given so many options? Meet Rajeev Prasad, an accidental investor who ended up diversifying his portfolio to include a lot of profit making assets and eventually creating wealth out of mo…

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MT29 | How to make Daulat in times of economic uncertainty 32:16

2+ y ago32:16

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Are your CAs charging a hefty amount for advice on investments? Meet Varun Fatehpuria, Founder of Daulat, a wealth management app designed for Indians. Varun talks about how GenZ is impulsive when it comes to investing and ignores the two Ds of investment - Disciplined approach and Diversification. He also breaks some myths about Real Estate invest…

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TS11 | Cryptocurrency and the (not so) Secretive Blue Dollar Economy of Argentina 24:48

3y ago24:48

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Pablo shares his journey from not being able to open an investment account in a bank to trading in cryptocurrency full-time. He also talks about the numerous learnings he has had during his journey. A Bit About Pablo Pablo is a crypto industry insider and NFT trader from Argentina with an experience of over eight years in the field. Discussion Poin…

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TS10 | Donovan Choy on Why Principles Should Come First in the NFT and Crypto Space 30:53

3y ago30:53

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Donovan Choy talks about the importance of sticking to first principles in crypto trading and the future potential that Web 3 holds. He also shares why popular speculative media articles in the realm of NFTs and crypto are like a double-edged sword. A Bit About Donovan Choy Donovan Choy is a writer and author from Singapore who currently works at B…

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TS9 | ChanelCoco on Tasty Toastys, transitioning to Web3 and Community-Building 59:00

3y ago59:00

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Chanel shares with us how she transitioned from a regular job to Web3 and then to founding Tasty Toastys and the power of community building in the NFT space. She also shares with us her top tips for navigating the world of Web3. A Bit About Chanel Chanel Lee is the founder of the Tasty Toastys NFT project, a a limited edition generative NFT collec…

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TS8 | Understanding Gas Fees 15:54

3y ago15:54

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The word Gas is used for so many things. It refers to a type of matter. It's used for heating and cooking in many households. We also use it as a synonym for petrol and worry when the prices go up. But what does it have to do with crypto? Discussion Points How to understand gas fees What makes them go up or down The concept of gas limits and how th…

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MT28 | How to Invest in Startups When You’re Not Yet a Millionaire | Angel Investing 36:27

3y ago36:27

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Are you fascinated by the world of startups, and really dying to capture some of that unicorn magic for your own portfolio? But that's hard if you’re not a millionaire because no credible founder is going to take a few thousand rupees or a few hundred dollars. So is there a way to directly invest in a startup when you don't have a lot of money? Dis…

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TS7 | NFT Investing Strategies 13:50

3y ago13:50

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First people seemed to be making millions on NFTs. Now they seem to be losing their shirt. What strategies can one follow to try and build wealth via NFTs? Discussion Points Types of investors Strategies for being a Flipper Advantages of being a Holder Links Follow the show on Apple or Spotify View the transcript — Vnstr began her research into the…

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MT27 | How I Built Wealth Despite a Late Start | Prasenjit Dasgupta 40:31

3y ago40:31

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Can you live a happy, financially secure life, even if you start investing only in your 30s? Or if you start so late, do you need to boost your returns with day trading derivatives or crypto? Not really. Today we talk with Prasenjit Dasgupta, who shares with us how he's built wealth despite just starting in his 30s Our Guest Today Prasenjit Dasgupt…

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TS6 | Five Rules to Avoid Getting Scammed 19:24

3y ago19:24

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The NFT world is new and interesting and there are new things cropping up every day. It’s like the Wild West during the Gold Rush. But like the wild west, it’s also full of scamsters and people trying to con you for a quick thousand dollars or two. But fear not - there are five simple rules you can follow to safeguard yourself. Today we discuss how…

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TS5 | How To Buy an NFT on a Marketplace 17:22

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So there's this NFT that you've been eyeing for a while and it's now at a price you might be able to afford. How do you buy it from a marketplace like OpenSea? Discussion Points Similarities and differences between NFT marketplaces and ecommerce Popular marketplaces you could try Why smaller marketplaces might sometimes be a better option Informati…

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Hena Mehta on How Money Works Differently For Women 28:54

3y ago28:54

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We talk about the importance of saving and investing, and just overall managing your finances well. But what if your specific needs aren't easily addressed with the one-size-fits-all kinds of products that you have in the market today? Women, in particular, face very specific issues around expenses, credit and disproportionate impacts of difficult …

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TS4 | How to Mint an NFT 14:13

3y ago14:13

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Before you can show off your shiny new NFT, you need to ‘mint’ it in order to bring it into existence. In this episode we will discuss how an NFT is minted and some issues and points to take note Discussion Points Where to source your new NFT Pre-sale and public sale Whitelisting and how to get whitelisted The impact of ‘gas’ prices Leveraging NFT …

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TS3 | Connecting with NFT Communities 12:24

3y ago12:24

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NFTs can be complicated creatures. The space is always evolving and it’s not always easy to figure things out by yourself. That’s when you need to turn to others who are further along on the journey. But where do you find them? Discussion points The need to join NFT communities Where almost everything happens, Discord A great project discovery tool…

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TS2 | Your First Steps with Crypto 13:07

3y ago13:07

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While NFTs do intrigue many people, the steps to enter this world make it overwhelming for most. So, here we are with Vnstr who shall break it down for you so you can start investing in the cryptoworld without any further delay. Discussion Points: Setting up your wallet Getting cryptocurrency Signing up for MetaMask Wallet Storing passwords Links F…

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TS1 | What are NFTs and How Are They Used? 16:00

3+ y ago16:00

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NFTs! Blockchain! Millions of moolah! I’ve heard all these words but what do they mean? Also, while you’re at it, could you help me understand how can I get started? Am I too late? Can I create my own NFT? If you have similar thoughts when you hear about NFTs and the crypto world, this episode is for you! Discussion Points What is Blockchain? What …

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The Token Singaporean - Trailer 1:16

3+ y ago1:16

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The Token Singaporean is a show about Non Fungible Tokens, the new blockchain based technology poised to change the world of digital art, collectibles and revolutionise the very concept of ownership. It’s brought to you by Vonster, a Singaporean who’s lived and breathed NFTs and Crypto for the past several years.…

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JT25 | Paolo Garde on Transitioning from Operations to Software Engineering 40:30

3+ y ago40:30

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Looking at the salaries, demand for Software Engineers nowadays, have you ever wished you had opted for computer science or some sort of programming course, rather than following your current path in operations, marketing, HR, or anything other than software engineering? Well, the good news is that you can actually make that transition even now, ev…

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JT24 | Pallav Patni on Making a Career as a Specialist 42:50

3+ y ago42:50

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If you work for a few years in the corporate world, you might have realised that the working world is divided into two kinds of people, generalists and specialists. And while it might seem that being a generalist gives you maximum flexibility, and maybe even the chance of getting to the top as CEO, the reality is that companies don't really run and…

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JT23 | Maita Gaerlan on Building Friendly, Yet Effective Work Relationships 35:21

3+ y ago35:21

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If you're like me, you might wonder why everyone likes to do so much small talk before they get to the point. Why not just get down to business and just get the work done? So efficient, right? But what you gain from a transactional conversation with someone and what you might gain in the short term is actually hurting you in the long run? So today …

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JT22 | Troy Stevenson On What Your Super-Boss Thinks of You 33:47

3+ y ago33:47

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The feedback process in most companies isn't always the best but at least you get it eventually to some extent, you know what your boss and your team members think of you. And maybe you also get feedback from some of your peers from time to time, but do you know where you stand in the bigger picture? Have you ever really wondered what your super bo…

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JT21 | Aki Taha On How to Negotiate Your Job Offer 51:54

3+ y ago51:54

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For those of us hunting for a job it’s usually a puzzle as to how we should go about negotiating the offer. Should we play hardball and risk losing the opportunity? Or do we just go with what’s been offered and maybe leave money on the table? Well, today we are talking with Aki Taha, who was till recently leading recruiting for Netflix in Asia Paci…

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JT20 | Wen Szu Lin on Thinking and Communicating Clearly 29:07

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In today's world, it's no longer good enough just to do the work and wait for it to be recognized. We're always told that we need to communicate well and ensure that we project our work in a manner that others can understand and appreciate. But how exactly does one do that? Is it just about being fluent in the language or writing like a best sellin…

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MT25 | Henley & Partners on Relocating to Achieve Your Financial Goals 29:21

3+ y ago29:21

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Things like low taxes, affordable healthcare, security and ease of travel, which were really never factors in your 20s and 30s suddenly start taking a front seat in your 40s and 50s. And these are factors that go beyond what you can manage just sitting where you are. These are country-dependent, making it imperative that you take stock of where you…

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JT19 | Vivi On Overcoming A Non-Tech Background To Become A Tech Company GM 38:31

3+ y ago38:31

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Ever wondered why some people seem to zoom ahead in their career, getting promoted seemingly every year, while the rest of us remain stuck in place, begging for promotions that come maybe once in three or four years? Today we are talking with Aviana Elisabeth Audrey or Vivi as she is known to pretty much everyone. Vivi is the recently-promoted GM f…

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JT18 | Amrt Sagar On Launching A Business In An Unfamiliar Market 26:00

3+ y ago26:00

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Imagine you woke up one day and your manager asked you to take up an assignment in a new country. It’s a lot of young professionals’ dream to work in a new country. But what if it isn’t just any job. You are actually being sent to an unfamiliar country to be the first employee and set up the business from scratch. Would it feel exciting? Or scary? …

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MT24 | Neha Desai On Can You Be A Full Time Day Trader 14:10

3+ y ago14:10

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Everyone wants to know how to trade so they can also earn quick money. And this question has become almost omnipresent in the last 18 months, with the unilateral rise in the stock market. Everyone thinks it is the quickest and the most sure-shot way of making money, and that it requires nothing more than opening a trading account and having a shot …

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JT17 | Andrew Kim On Getting A Foot In The Door of Early Stage Startups 43:39

3+ y ago43:39

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Open LinkedIn on any given day, you'll find at least one post about being rejected or ghosted by recruiters and not only from one company. So, in a world where people are being ghosted or rejected hundreds of times even at traditional organisations, how does one actually stand out in the crowd of applicants? What’s really happening behind the scene…

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JT16 | Letitia Ng On Maximizing Value From Networking Groups 22:07

3+ y ago22:07

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Before Covid, you often go to somewhere you meet soon-to-be mentor, business partner, colleague, investor or new friends, networking event. Nowadays, you don't go nowhere but meet those people virtually at home. Whether in person or not, we all know networking is very useful to make connections, improve career, extend your network and opportunities…

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JT15 | Camille Ang On Accelerating Career With Fast Growing Companies 42:00

3+ y ago42:00

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We know that many of you, probably most of you, our ambitious growth minded professionals, seeking ways to accelerate your career but what does it mean to accelerate? How fast can you really go? Given the right opportunities and maybe even with the right skills and the right mindset, is it really possible to rocket to the top? Or do you really just…

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MT23 | Neha Desai on Choices You Make Towards Financial Independence 15:25

3+ y ago15:25

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Financial Independency is what all of us dream about, whether you're 20 or 50. And all our episodes address either a specific point in this journey or tools to enable you to walk this journey so you can get to a level of financial independence. We believe financial independence is the point at which you truly have the freedom to decide how you want…

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MT22 | Best of 2021 6:55

3+ y ago6:55

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Being financially successful and independent is everyone else's goal and money is the utterly important part of our everyday life. That’s why we have brought to you, our listeners, various knowledge on managing financials, investing tips from Angel investors, interesting discussions about inflation, how to reduce risking loss in trading and so on, …

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JT14 | Best of 2021 6:19

3+ y ago6:19

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JobTok has brought to you interesting learnings - from dealing with colleagues, how to get noticed in meetings, preparing for year-end proposals to making successful career transitions, joining an unknown startup over a tech giant, over the 12 episodes we published. But we will NOT stop there. We look forward to the break but we are coming back str…

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MT21 | Gratitude 9:56

4y ago9:56

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Rome was not built in one-day and certainly, not alone. CrazyTok has released 20 podcast episodes for MoneyTok and 12 episodes for JobTok with support and love from our colleagues, partners, guests and mainly our listeners. We wanted to give actionable, take away for our listeners in terms of financial management or the success of your careers thro…

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JT13 | Gratitude 9:56

4y ago9:56

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Rome was not built in one-day and certainly, not alone. CrazyTok has released 20 podcast episodes for MoneyTok and 12 episodes for JobTok with support and love from our colleagues, partners, guests and mainly our listeners. We wanted to give actionable, take away for our listeners in terms of financial management or the success of your careers thro…

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JT12 | Varun Sharma On How To Navigate A Dynamic Organization 22:21

4y ago22:21

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When mapping your career path, especially in a larger organization, there is an often faced conundrum. Should I stick to the same line of business, becoming a domain or niche expert, or should I leverage the internal mobility in the organization, whereby I can get the opportunities to actually change roles and lines of business. What is the path th…