Best Esther Graham Podcasts (2025)

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Breaking Free from Emotional Silence 20:17

9d ago20:17

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Have you ever smiled through church service while your heart was breaking? Kept your emotions bottled up until you could find a private moment to cry? That was my reality for years. Behind the facade of a perfect life – loving children, supportive husband, active church involvement – I was drowning in unexpressed emotions with nowhere safe to relea…

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Harmonious Living vs. Balancing Act 22:02

16d ago22:02

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Have you ever felt like your life was spiraling out of control despite your best efforts to keep everything balanced? I certainly did – juggling roles as CEO, mother, wife, ministry leader, and student while spending 13-15 hours at work daily. My pursuit of balance led to a shocking wake-up call when stress paralyzed my body, forcing me to reconsid…

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Finding Hope in "One Day" 24:20

23d ago24:20

24:20

The phrase "one day" can represent either endless procrastination or a powerful declaration of faith. For many of us, it becomes the anthem we cling to when faced with seemingly impossible family situations. This is exactly what happened when my eldest son abruptly left home as a teenager, disappearing for nearly a year without contact. I'll never …

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Are you juggling the right balls? Graham Field 49:50

30d ago49:50

49:50

I’m joined by Graham Field, Thinking Focus coach and trainer, where we talk all things priority; the big life choices and day to day habits that can lead us down a rabbit hole of lost time. If you’re anything like me, you set the day or week with best intentions but then life happens and everything goes to pot. I first met Graham by chance at a bus…

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40 Days of Focus: How Drawing Prayer Circles Changes Everything 14:24

1M ago14:24

14:24

Have you ever prayed so hard for something that you refused to stop until you saw breakthrough? That's the essence of "drawing the circle"—a powerful practice I've embraced that's revolutionizing my prayer life and creating lasting change across generations. Drawing from Mark Batterson's book "The Circle Maker," I share how persistent prayer has tr…

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Breaking free from negative body image, destructive dieting and binge eating to give you balance in life and work 49:04

2M ago49:04

49:04

This episode is a how-to conversation on ways to improve your body image, break free from binge eating and a diet mindset to one of growth, confidence and better choices in life and business I’m in conversation with Terri Pugh, a transformative life coach who helps women build confidence in how they show up in the world. Through coaching, workshops…

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How to get the best from your teams especially post covid. In conversation with Jo Keeler, MD Belbin 39:51

3M ago39:51

39:51

If you’re familiar with the work of world-renowned Belbin Team Roles you’ll be inspired by this conversation. · Why understanding each person’s team role is ever more critical · The original research was carried out by Mrs Belbin who deliberately shone away from the limelight – a timely revelation to mark International Women’s Week · Face to face c…

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How purpose and values done right lead to a more engaged and happier workforce. In conversation with Positive Psychology guru, Tillie Newnham, Happy Work Hive 36:49

4M ago36:49

36:49

This episode is bursting with all things positive but this is not to be confused with Toxic Positivity. Using a range of studies to back her work, Tillie shares with us the importance of purpose, values, emotions and language to create a truly authentic, meaningful and engaged team. Our conversation explores: · Why appraisals don’t work · How to kn…

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Marking 10 years in business, Elain Crewe, founder of Wellbeing4Life, shares how her darkest moments in the workplace took her on the path to a life balanced and fulfilled 43:06

5M ago43:06

43:06

Elain candidly and honestly shares her journey of her downward spiral in terms of mental health. She neither recognised the signs nor had the toolkit to deal with the symptoms. It completely transformed her perspective on work-related breakdowns. Once she’d sought help she took the brave decision to set up a business to help others and this month c…

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Multi-award businesswoman and coach Zoe Hawkins on work-life balance, flexible working and leadership styles in the post-pandemic workplace 35:27

6M ago35:27

35:27

We’re all aware of how working arrangements have changed for most since 2020. How do businesses get the balance right between serving their people and what’s best for the business? What are the new skills needed to manage flexible working and the surge in online communications? These are the topics covered in this latest episode with Zoe Hawkins, c…

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Author, award winning business coach and digital guru Esther Partridge-Warner on career change post cancer 33:30

7M ago33:30

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Welcome to this latest episode with Esther who shares lessons learned from her cancer diagnosis in 2015. Professionally she came off the treadmill and completely changed her career and has never looked back. We talk about the impact of covid and she shares top tips on how to get work life balance and keep your glass full! Esther’s what 3 words to a…

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Living Fully, Serving with Purpose 14:10

7M ago14:10

14:10

What if living authentically and unapologetically could transform not just your life, but the lives of those around you? Discover the essence of embracing your true self as we share personal stories and reflections on navigating life's many phases—from motherhood to self-discovery. I dive deep into the power of resilience, self-love, and the vital …

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Breaking Free from the Need to Please 16:34

7M ago16:34

16:34

Ever felt trapped by the need to "fake it till you make it"? You're not alone. This week on Faith Unmuted, I uncover the liberating power of authenticity through heartfelt stories and candid reflections. I share my personal journey of shedding societal and religious expectations, confronting the discomfort of insincere interactions, and finding tru…

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Embracing Divine Worth After Trauma 21:46

8M ago21:46

21:46

What if you could reclaim your self-worth after experiencing profound trauma? In this powerful episode of Faith Unmuted, I share my deeply personal story of narrowly escaping an attempted rape and the shadow of unworthiness that followed me. Listen as I recount the immediate aftermath, the overwhelming need to cleanse myself of the feeling of being…

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Finding Peace in Unexpected Places: A Journey from Exhaustion to Renewal 21:24

8M ago21:24

21:24

Have you ever found yourself crying alone on the way to a place that’s supposed to bring you peace? This episode of Faith Unmuted takes you through my intensely personal journey of stepping back from ministry due to overwhelming exhaustion, unappreciation, and isolation. From the heart-wrenching moments of feeling unsupported by my husband to the c…

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Ruairi Davies, Strength and Conditioning expert on how lockdown taught him to ‘control the controllables’ 28:10

8M ago28:10

28:10

Welcome to this latest episode with fitness trainer Ruairi Davies. From a dream job training elite rugby athletes in Chile to a lockdown-enforced return home. He thought he would return 2 weeks later (a familiar tale) but that didn’t happen and his career took a new focus. What he has learned and keen to share is: · You can have a grand plan but th…

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Transforming Hurt into Healing and Strength 24:24

8M ago24:24

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Have you ever faced the heart-wrenching challenge of dealing with a toxic family member who disapproves of your most important life decisions? In this emotionally charged episode, I share my personal experiences with a controlling relative whose disapproval of my marriage led to years of pain and tension. From childhood memories of her protection t…

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Transforming Adversity with Faith and Meditation 22:32

8M ago22:32

22:32

Have you ever wondered how to stay positive in a world that seems dominated by negativity? I promise you'll gain invaluable insights on this episode of Faith Unmuted, where I begin to unpack the crucial tools for maintaining a positive outlook amidst adversity. From personal stories about navigating difficult business relationships to the transform…

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Breaking Free from Scriptural Masks 24:40

9M ago24:40

24:40

Why do we often use scriptures to justify our actions or hide from our true emotions? In this compelling episode of Faith Unmuted, I confront the troubling trend of manipulating biblical texts to fit personal narratives at the expense of genuine authenticity. Drawing from a heartfelt story about a man on the brink of divorce, I discuss the importan…

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The Courage to Be Me: Defying Norms and Living Authentically 24:44

9M ago24:44

24:44

What does it truly mean to be "free to be me"? Join me in this episode of Faith Unmuted as we confront this profound question head-on. Through my own personal journey and the unique challenges of raising children in a multicultural society, we uncover the struggles and triumphs of embracing authenticity amidst societal pressures. You’ll hear honest…

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How a recent diagnosis of ADHD has given meaning to Hayley Tutte, founder of Huquine Sports Therapy 52:04

9M ago52:04

52:04

Welcome to this latest conversation with Hayley Tutte. Two years ago, past guest Hayley bravely shared with us how the silence created by lockdown led to a whole change in career. Since then, Hayley has gone from self-employed to running her own clinic, works 3.5 days a week and is more balanced than ever. A recent ADHD diagnosis has further transf…

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Unmuted, Unfiltered and Unapologetic. Living True to Yourself, No Apologies 26:26

9M ago26:26

26:26

What if living authentically as a Christian woman meant defying both societal and religious expectations? On this episode of Faith Unmuted, I take you on a deeply personal journey from my upbringing in a parsonage in Guyana to the ongoing struggle with the pressure to conform. Through heartfelt childhood memories—like needing to see the light to co…

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Why giving pays back and an unexpected dive into the benefits of AI. Dave Hider, MBA, founder of Mind-Gap, coaching lecturer and philanthropist 53:42

11M ago53:42

53:42

Welcome to this latest conversation with Dave Hider. Dave has held extensive strategic leadership roles and during lockdown, whilst working full time, navigating different processes as a result of lockdown with most of his team furloughed he completed his MBA with distinction. Covid made him realise that life is too short so he left the trappings o…

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How lockdown taught entrepreneur and coach Maddy Shine that a seven-figure salary is no trade-off for a quality life 38:31

1y ago38:31

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In this episode my conversation is with Maddy Shine. Maddy is a website wonder coder, an SEO supremo and runs three businesses. Her purpose is to shine bright and help other women entrepreneurs do just that. Our conversation leads to changes in buyer behaviour since lockdown and her tips on how to grow your business, why giving, especially to your …

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In conversation with Dr Lizzy Bernthal, Former Lt.Col in the Army and now award-winning confidence and leadership coach, keynote speaker and author 34:29

1y ago34:29

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In this episode, No. 28, my conversation is with Dr Lizzy Bernthal. Having served 25 years as a healthcare specialist in the Army, rising through the ranks to Lt Col and completing an MEd and PHD in resilience, Lizzy’s own business mission is to help others by removing toxicity in the workplace through resilient leadership. Her many insights includ…

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Dick Johns, award-winning writer, actor and corporate leadership management facilitator for some of the world’s leading brands on helping people to have better conversations 48:08

1y ago48:08

48:08

As an actor, Dick Bradnum worked for 30 years across TV, film and radio, appearing in The Office, High Hopes and My Hero. Under his own name Dick Johns, he has written and performed three successful solo shows at Chapter, Cardiff: Dick Johns - What Midlife Crisis? (2016), Let’s Talk About Death, Baby (2018) and in 2022 a documentary record of The G…

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Nicky Applegarth, MD of award-winning global digital marketing agency, Ayima, mountain climber, wife and (nearly) fully trained dog trainer 30:41

1+ y ago30:41

30:41

In this episode my conversation is with Nicky Applegarth, MD of award winning digital marketing agency, Ayima. This agency serves many of the world’s biggest brands with a global team of just over 100. Nicky started her digital career back in 1999 in a small website design and build agency at a time when mobile phones were simply used to make phone…

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Julie Robinson CEO, Aspire Learning (multi-academy) Trust on the impact of covid on the next generation and why employing apprentices in schools is so important 26:22

1+ y ago26:22

26:22

Hear Julie’s honest and heart-searching experience of what it was like being a Principal of a secondary school during lockdown and how, post-pandemic, more specialist staff have been appointed to support students’ social and emotional needs. Past guests have shared at least one benefit from lockdown but for Julie it was the worst period of her care…

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Libby Langley, Entrepreneur, Author and podcast host; always in pursuit of happiness 33:03

1+ y ago33:03

33:03

Self-affirmed ‘Queen of Business’ Libby shares her entrepreneurial journey from building a sizeable business in 2009 to now being a no-BS (her words) Business Coach helping other entrepreneurs to be happy and successful in their work. Nothing stands in Libby’s way, not even ADHD or Autism. Her interview is inspiring, energetic and down-to-earth and…

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Anniversary special - reflections on two years of change since the pandemic 34:55

1+ y ago34:55

34:55

This is our last episode of 2023 snd it’s full of all things work-life balance. In this two-year anniversary pod, producer Karen Pirie and I go over the highlights of the 20 plus guests we have been lucky enough to interview since we launched in November 2021. We reflect on how the world of work has changed, how businesses have innovated and adapte…

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Coach and podcast host Rupert Turton on work life integration 25:44

1+ y ago25:44

25:44

Rupert talks about the challenges of remote coaching, working in isolation with his business partner and wife and how he coached businesses through lockdown. Remote working isn’t new for Rupert but what he’s witnessing is greater honesty among remote workers and leaders. Recommended read, listen and legacy and best ever boss at the end of the inter…

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Introducing... Eerie 2:14

1+ y ago2:14

2:14

A brand new podcast from Brock Media. Coming soon... Eerie is an 8-episode anthology audio series of original horror stories from some of the most exciting contemporary voices in horror, pulled from literature, film & TV, hosted and produced by Anna Bogutskaya. Each story brings a different flavour of scary, from the haunting to the grotesque, to s…

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Veronica Weedon - Making a career out of helping others with their business and personal relationships. 33:20

1+ y ago33:20

33:20

Veronica tells the moving story of how hitting rock bottom, emotionally and physically, led to life-changing choices for her and how she’s made a business out of helping others improve personal and business relationship. Recommended read, listen and best ever boss at the end of the interview Sarah: Instagram: cripps.sarah and bigbalancetheory Twitt…

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Darius Matusiak, MD of Macildowie, award winning recruitment and retention consultancy 43:46

2y ago43:46

43:46

Darius gives us a real insight into why and how recruiting staff has changed. Though lockdown was a contributory factor, Brexit, a shortage of younger talent and the surge in early retirees have all contributed to a growth in vacancies and a skills shortage. Hear how businesses are having to adapt their offering and learn what candidates are lookin…

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One Night in Rome 30:50

2y ago30:50

30:50

Written and performed by Caleb Azumah Nelson. Caleb tells the story of a young man who is forced to spend the night wandering the streets of Rome, where he encounters strangers and dangers, and must confront his own fears in a search for connection. Caleb Azumah Nelson is a British-Ghanaian writer and photographer living in South East London. His f…

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Notes on a Break-Up 28:31

2y ago28:31

28:31

Written and performed by Zing Tsjeng. Zing tells the story of a past relationship and reckoning with the discovery that her ex has dated not one, but two other, Asian women. Zing is a journalist, editor, writer and presenter. As a presenter, Zing has helmed Spotify's Shot & Chaser podcast, the VICE World News short-form video series Empires of Dirt…

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Laura Mayfield - Accidental founder of Marketing OutsideIN 30:06

2y ago30:06

30:06

Laura shares the impact of lockdown to her business and her family, particularly for her son who is autistic and her daughter who has dyslexia. Hear how she learned she is more independent than she realised and how communications were critical to getting through lockdown. Sarah: Instagram: cripps.sarah and bigbalancetheory Twitter: @sarahcripps7 an…

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In The Moon 26:51

2y ago26:51

26:51

Written and performed by Esther Smith. A woman attending a yoga class struggles to be present, before encountering someone from her past and having a spiritual experience. Just not the one the yoga teacher intended. Esther Smith is a BAFTA-nominated British actor and writer who trained at the Guildford School of Acting. She currently stars opposite…

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Homeward Bound 37:03

2y ago37:03

37:03

Written and performed by Thaddea Graham. Thaddea explores what it means to leave your home, find yourself and your voice, and then return again in this tender and empowering story, interwoven with original music and lyrics. Thaddea Graham is an actor from Northern Ireland who trained at ArtsEd in London before securing her first key role in Sky One…

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You’re Not The First, You Won’t Be The Last 27:34

2y ago27:34

27:34

Written and performed by Deborah Haywood. A 15-year-old girl discovers she is pregnant and must decide what to do, in this candid and timely story. Deborah was named as one of the Biggest Breakout Female Filmmakers by Harper’s Bazaar in 2018, and a Screen International Star of Tomorrow in 2007. Her debut feature film, Pin Cushion (2018) opened Crit…

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The Woman In My Head 36:33

2y ago36:33

36:33

Written & performed by Emma Jane Unsworth. Ava Badone is an only child who ran away to Paris when her archaeologist parents were killed in a car accident. Now she is a student of English Literature at Liverpool University, an incorrigible flirt, a talented linguist, “a James Bond for the Britney generation”, and a fantasy woman that lives in Emma’s…

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Ryan Sneddon of Big Safety Ltd…Big Boots UK says time is the greatest currency 24:11

2y ago24:11

24:11

In this episode we interview Ryan Sneddon. Covid gave him the courage to set up his own business and he has so many lessons and memories to share, from the joy of getting your first paycheck, to moving operations from the kitchen table, to picking and packing facilities. In just 18 months the company has turned over half a million pounds and he’s o…

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Of Rats and Men 23:23

2y ago23:23

23:23

Written & performed by Joanne Lau. Maggie, a research technician at an animal laboratory, explores what it means to have a good death as she sacrifices mice and rats whilst simultaneously watching a family member die of cancer, in this moving story, written and performed by Joanne Lau. Joanne Lau is a former neuroscientist/comedian, and an alumni o…

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Worldly Parisian Whore 28:17

2y ago28:17

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Written & performed by Harry Trevaldwyn. A young man embarks on an impromptu hook-up in Paris, but finds himself more invested in the anecdote than the actual experience. Harry is an actor, comedian and writer. He was the series regular of Ollie in TEN PERCENT (the English-language remake of CALL MY AGENT) and will soon be seen in a lead role in th…

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Dan Lamoon – Showcasing dyslexic and entrepreneurial talents through video 38:02

2y ago38:02

38:02

In this episode, I interview Dan Lamoon, founder of Colab Creation, a video creation company. Dan uses his dyslexia as a strength to inspire and educate his corporate and educational clients. Learn how a digital company had to adapt during lockdown and hear why offline will always have its place for interrelations. Recommended read, listen and lega…

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Introducing... Never Told 2:21

2y ago2:21

2:21

Introducing an 8-episode anthology of original stories from Brock Media. Each episode is penned and performed by a different writer, in response to the question ‘What haven’t you told anyone before?’, drawing on their own life experiences, and immersively told with bespoke sound design from Tom Whalley. The first episode will be released Monday 5 J…

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Emma Phipps, MD of MD2MD group – an international community of business leaders 28:08

2y ago28:08

28:08

MD2MD addresses the problem that it can be ‘lonely at the top’ through confidential yet open discussions, workshops and facilitation among MDs and CEOs. Emma was promoted to MD during lockdown. She shares her rise to the top and how their business community fared during lockdown. Recommended read, listen and legacy are at the end of the interview K…

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Jeremy Snape - former England cricketer now a leading voice in the business world of high performance 40:31

2y ago40:31

40:31

In this episode we interview Jeremy Snape. After 19 years of professional cricketing, a series of awards and an MSc in Psychology, Jeremy shares how failure on the pitch inspired a serious exploration of the psychology of sport. He’s now a highly respected voice on high performance for the business world. He’s the founding leader of Sporting Edge, …

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Tom Roberts AKA Tom Foolery. Author of the phenomenally successful The Great Realisation poem and film. 37:35

2y ago37:35

37:35

For this episode I got brave and reached out to someone who had inspired me during lockdown. Tom’s a poet, an author of two books and a filmmaker who has worked with Colin Farrell and Tim Roth. I’m so grateful he accepted my request to be interviewed. Lockdown provided him with an opportunity to make a name for himself but I have no doubt that he h…

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Jonathan Parsons VP HR EMEA at Hitachi Rail on his win-win strategy for hybrid working 38:37

2+ y ago38:37

38:37

In this episode we talk to one of the rare-in-post male senior HR executives. Jonathan shares how many organisations are placing too much emphasis on ‘place’ within the post-covid workplace and he offers his top tips for employee engagement and gaining a competitive advantage on talent acquisition. Greatest learning and recommended reads at the end…

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