Best Hard Surface Podcasts (2025)

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TRUCOR® & Fabrica® Explained with Amy Tucker, Director of Hard Surface for The Dixie Group 22:01

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In this episode of The ProSource Podcast, we chat with Amy Tucker, Director of Hard Surface for The Dixie Group, overseeing multiple brands including TRUCOR® and Fabrica®. We discuss Amy's journey in the flooring industry and the innovative approaches of the TRUCOR® and Fabrica® brands. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding co…

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#558 AI Is Easy to Build, Hard to Deploy: Data, Evaluation, and ROI with Bryan Wood 40:38

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AI models are becoming commoditized, but deploying AI systems that deliver real ROI remains hard. In this episode, Mehmet sits down with Bryan Wood, Principal Architect at Snorkel AI, to unpack why data-centric AI, evaluation, and domain expertise are now the true differentiators. Bryan shares lessons from working with frontier AI labs and highly r…

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Quantum Matter, Super-conductors, and Black Holes | Subir Sachdev on the SYK Model 2:34:48

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What makes high-temperature superconductors and “strange metals” some of the most perplexing systems in modern physics? In this episode, we speak with Dr. Subir Sachdev: Harvard physicist and one of the leading architects of today’s understanding of quantum matter. Sachdev explains why strange metals refuse to behave like ordinary conductors, how q…

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Entering your ‘I Am’ era: Identity, manifestation, and becoming the version of You who actually gets what you want 47:07

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#557 The Shadow Audience Problem: Matt Zarracina on Fixing Ticketing’s Biggest Tech Blind Spot 46:33

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Live events generate massive attention, yet most venues have no idea who is actually attending. In this episode, Mehmet Gonullu sits down with Matt Zarracina, CEO and Co-Founder of True Tickets, to unpack the hidden infrastructure problem behind ticketing, identity, and audience ownership. Matt shares how legacy ticketing systems optimized for tran…

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#556 The CFO’s New Mandate: Ahikam Kaufman on AI, Financial Governance, and Real-Time Truth 50:40

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In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, I’m joined by Ahikam Kaufman, Co-Founder and CEO of Safebooks.ai, a seasoned finance executive turned entrepreneur with deep experience across startups, public companies, and large-scale acquisitions. We explore why finance has lagged behind other functions in digital transformation, how AI is fundamenta…

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Beneath The Surface 2:14

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Standing On Business 2:38

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The Evolution of the Laboratory 42:57

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International Space Station leaders Laura Shaw and Jennifer Buchli discuss the science, discoveries, and innovations that have defined nearly 25 years aboard the orbiting laboratory. HWHAP 406.By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Why Mastery Looks Effortless: The Hidden Science of Skill and Self-Regulation 28:47

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Ep 131 explores a question we all ask at some point: How do people develop abilities that look almost superhuman? Across disciplines—cognitive performance, emotional intelligence, relationships, athletics, leadership, and high-risk professions—there are individuals whose skills appear effortless, fluid, and even beautiful. But mastery is never acci…

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#555 From Silicon Valley to MENA Scale: Khaled Nazif on Loyalty, Leadership, and Building DSquares 59:29

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In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, I sit down with Khaled Nazif, COO of DSquares, one of the most influential yet quietly powerful enterprise loyalty platforms in the MENA region. Khaled shares his journey from Stanford and Silicon Valley back to the region, where he helped scale DSquares into a 150M+ end-user platform serving banks, telc…

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#554 Securing the AI Era: Alex Schlager on Why AI Agents Are the New Attack Surface 45:46

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In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, I’m joined by Alex Schlager, Founder and CEO of AIceberg, a company operating at the intersection of AI, cybersecurity, and explainability. We dive deep into why AI agents fundamentally change enterprise risk, how shadow AI is spreading across organizations, and why monitoring black-box models with other…

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#553 Raising Capital Without Illusions: Daniel Nikic on Global Investing and Founder Mistakes 46:33

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Raising capital looks easy from the outside. In reality, it is one of the most misunderstood parts of building a startup. In this episode, Mehmet sits down with Daniel Nikic, a global investment researcher who has analyzed over 15,000 companies across the US, Europe, and the Middle East. Together, they unpack the hard truths founders need to unders…

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Building the International Space Station 1:10:20

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Former ISS program manager and Axiom Space co-founder Michael Suffredini reflects on the ambitious path to building the International Space Station and the lessons learned from a decade of leadership. HWHAP 405.By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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#552 From Solo Founder to YC Investor: Gabriel Jarrosson on What Drives Breakout Startups 53:21

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In this episode, Gabriel Jarrosson, founder and managing partner at Lobster Capital, breaks down what truly drives breakout startups inside the world’s most competitive ecosystem. Before becoming a YC-focused investor, Gabriel built seven startups, failed four, and bootstrapped one to one million ARR alone — no co-founder, no employees, no AI. Toda…

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Starting Over (Progress Covington Vocal Mix I) 3:31

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Why We Humanize Objects and Dehumanize People: The Psychology of Social Power 27:34

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EP 130. Human beings experience one another through the public, social interactions we call everyday life. We navigate a complex world of connection, cooperation, attraction, approval, avoidance, and belonging—constantly weighing whether to move toward others or pull away. Every conversation, gathering, relationship, and environment subtly influenc…

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How to Build Fault-Tolerant Quantum Computers | Austin Fowler on Surface Codes + TQEC 1:50:14

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Would we get a quantum computer sooner if everything was open source? In this episode, we speak with Austin Fowler, one of the architects of quantum error correction and a pioneer of the surface code used in today’s leading quantum computers. Fowler helped lay the groundwork for scalable, fault-tolerant computation at Google Quantum AI, before leav…

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#551 How to Validate Anything: Kingsley Maunder’s SALT Test for Startup Builders 43:55

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In this episode, Kingsley Maunder breaks down one of the most overlooked aspects of startup building: proper validation. With over two decades in the startup ecosystem, building products used by Disney, EA Sports, Snap, and more, Kingsley shares the hard-won lessons behind his framework, The SALT Test. We explore how founders can turn raw ideas int…

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#550 From Zero to a Million-Dollar Month: How Colin McIntosh Built a Breakout Consumer Startup 1:02:28

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In this conversation, Colin opens the curtain on how Sheets & Giggles became a breakout DTC success by doing things differently: selling before building, leaning into humor, making bold brand decisions, and prioritizing community and impact over hype. This episode is packed with practical lessons for founders navigating uncertainty, fundraising, pr…

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CHAPEA Mission 2 59:38

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The CHAPEA Mission 2 crew discusses their backgrounds and preparations for their upcoming yearlong analog Mars mission inside the Mars Dune Alpha habitat at NASA’s Johnson Space Center. HWHAP 404.By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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#549 Why Small Teams Win: Mark Donnigan on GTM, Marketing, and Founder-Led Growth 1:05:04

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Mark Donnigan has spent decades helping deep tech and video technology startups translate complex products into commercial traction. In this conversation, we cover why early stage companies must stay lean, how to diagnose GTM confusion, and what AI first marketing looks like in practice. We also dig into the new buyer journey in B2B, why content is…

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#548 AI, Threats, and the New Cyber Resilience Playbook With Gerald Beuchelt & Subu Rao 53:38

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In this conversation, Mehmet is joined by Gerald Beuchelt and Subu Rao, two cybersecurity leaders from Acronis, to unpack the evolving threat landscape, the rise of AI in both offense and defense, and why cyber resilience has become a board-level priority. They break down what CISOs need to know, how MSPs can create new value, and what frameworks a…

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#547 Why OKRs Fail: Radhika Dutt on Building Teams That Think, Learn, and Adapt 57:52

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In this episode, Mehmet sits down with Radhika Dutt, author of Radical Product Thinking, to explore why OKRs and traditional performance frameworks often collapse under the realities of modern work. Radhika introduces OLA, a new approach built on puzzle-solving, continuous learning, and adaptability — designed for today’s fast-moving product, engin…

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How Hard Times Rewire the Brain: The Science of Durable Optimism & Self-Regulation 26:17

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Ep 129. Human experience can feel overwhelmingly difficult at times, but not every challenge is a negative one. Some of the most painful moments in life become the source of our greatest strength, resilience, insight, and emotional intelligence. When we move through adversity, we gain hard-earned wisdom—the kind that becomes a powerful internal res…

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#546 Reinventing GTM: Jonathan Kvarfordt on Building AI Native Revenue Teams 53:51

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In this conversation, Jonathan breaks down the real state of AI adoption in GTM, why most revenue teams are still “stuck in the basics,” and how leaders can shift from dashboards to intelligence. He explains why CRM data hygiene is dead, how operational AI works behind the scenes, and what it truly means to run an AI native revenue team. From first…

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Why Syncing Atomic Clocks is Virtually Impossible | Judah Levine on UTC 2:04:26

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Why is syncing atomic clocks still one of the hardest problems in physics and engineering? In this episode, we speak with Judah Levine—legendary NIST physicist and one of the key architects of modern timekeeping—about the invisible systems that hold the digital world together. Levine explains why synchronizing atomic clocks across the planet is far…

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#545 Exploring the Real Frontier: Dr. Nico Augustin on Deep Ocean Discovery and Innovation 53:44

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In this episode, Mehmet sits down with Dr. Nico Augustin, Head of Research and Expeditions at OceanQuest, to uncover the mysteries of the deep ocean. From unexpected discoveries in the Atlantic to cutting edge underwater robotics, Dr. Nico reveals how little we know about the world beneath us and why the deep sea remains one of Earth’s last unexplo…

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Medallion & Yorktowne Cabinets: How Color Perception Shapes Kitchen Design 27:56

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In this episode of The ProSource Podcast, the hosts discuss the innovative approaches of Medallion and Yorktowne. Kristin Phipps and Heather Argo share insights into their backgrounds, the unique features of their cabinetry, and the ongoing 'Pursuit of Excellence' initiative aimed at enhancing product quality and designer confidence. They delve int…

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#544 Reinventing Retail OS: Harish Chandramowli on AI, Workflows, and the Future of Fashion Tech 40:31

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In this episode, Mehmet sits down with Harish Chandramowli, Head of AI at Good Day Software, to explore how AI is reshaping the future of fashion, retail, and e-commerce operations. Harish shares his journey from cybersecurity engineering at Bloomberg and cloud security at MongoDB to building fashion-specific AI tools that solve real operational pa…

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Positive Impacts 23:34

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NASA astronaut Chris Williams shares his journey exploring the earlyuniverse, cancer treatment techniques, and astronaut training before his first mission to the International Space Station. HWHAP 403.By National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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#543 The HEART of a Winning Pitch: VC Ben Wiener on Crafting Startup Narratives That Convert 1:07:48

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In this episode, Mehmet sits down with VC and author Ben Wiener to unpack one of the most practical, founder-friendly pitching frameworks in the startup world today. Ben is the creator of the HEART Framework and the author of the bestselling business fable Fever Pitch. He breaks down why most pitches fail, how investors actually think, and how foun…

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Novelty vs Survival: The Hidden Algorithm Running Your Life 25:37

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Ep 128. Every day we’re flooded with information, decisions, patterns — the familiar and the ever-changing. As human beings our brains are wired to seek efficiency. We rely on our mental filters to process what’s known and ignore what’s novel, because novelty demands more energy. But this very wiring can make us vulnerable: when the environment shi…

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#542 Human First Technology: Wesley Eugene on AI, Leadership, and the New Experience Era 1:09:05

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In this powerful conversation, Wesley Eugene, SVP North America at HIT Global, joins Mehmet to explore a new framework for technology leadership. They go deep into human centered design, why digital transformations fail, how AI forces us to rethink what it means to work, and why empathy is now a competitive advantage. Wesley draws from years of exp…

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#541 How Composability Transforms Engineering: Luv Kapur on Scaling Fast and Shipping Better 44:11

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In this episode, Luv Kapur joins Mehmet to break down how composability is reshaping modern engineering. Luv is an engineering leader at Bit, working across their open source and enterprise platforms, and one of the earliest advocates for modular, reusable software as a way to unlock scale. They explore why composability matters, how modular system…

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#540 From Burnout to Breakthroughs: Christina Richardson on Founder Resilience and High Performance 45:03

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In this powerful conversation, Christina Richardson — serial founder, resilience researcher, and founder of Foundology — joins Mehmet to unpack the real psychological journey of entrepreneurship. Christina shares the story behind her 2 AM wake-up call that wasn’t a heart attack but a full nervous system collapse. That moment led her to study over 4…

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#539 Why 70% of Digital Transformations Fail — And How to Fix Them with Tory Bjorklund 43:20

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Digital transformation isn’t about technology — it’s about leadership, culture, and execution. In this episode, veteran CTO and transformation expert Tory Bjorklund joins Mehmet to debunk hype-driven transformation, explain why most initiatives fail, and share his proven framework for executing technology-driven change that sticks. Whether you’re s…

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Exploring Daltile’s Innovations in Tile Technology with Laura Grilli and Ivo Moyano 29:37

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In this episode of The ProSource Podcast, we sit down with Laura Grilli, Director of Product Design, and Ivo Moyano, Director of Product Development, from Daltile. We discuss the latest innovations in their tile technology, including Stepwise™, DEFEND™, and RevealSync 3D™. Laura and Ivo inform us on the challenges and opportunities in the tile indu…

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Your Brain Is Lying to You: The Hidden Survival System Running Your Life 25:30

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Ep. 127. Every day, we face choices — some small and forgettable, others powerful enough to change our health, our relationships, our careers, and sometimes even our lives. We all want to make the right decisions… the ones that keep us safe, grounded, and aligned with who we want to be. And yet, during stress — especially sudden stress — our thinki…

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#538 Process Intelligence & AI: Liam O’Neil on Building Smarter, Scalable Organizations 43:17

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In this episode, we sit down with Liam O’Neil, Managing Director at BPMD, to explore how modern organizations can use process intelligence, AI, and change design to build scalable, resilient systems. We go deep into process mining, task mining, the future of process teams, breaking organizational silos, and how AI is reshaping enterprise transforma…

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#537 AI, People, and Performance: Sriniketh Chakravarthi on Building Future-Ready Teams 59:56

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In this episode, Apexon CEO Sriniketh Chakravarthi joins us to unpack what it really takes to build and scale a global technology services company in the era of AI and automation. We explore the intersection of technology, culture, and execution — and why the future belongs to leaders who can combine deep tech understanding with human-centric leade…

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Can We Predict History Like the Weather? | Peter Turchin on Cliodynamics 1:18:29

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Why do civilizations rise, prosper, and then collapse? Here's what the math tells us. In this episode, we sit down with Peter Turchin, complexity scientist and founder of the field of cliodynamics, which uses data and mathematical models to study the long-term cycles of history. Turchin explains his theory of elite overproduction, how societies gen…

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#536 AI, AR & the Built World: Brian Corcodilos on Building Tomorrow’s Real Estate 54:52

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In this episode, Mehmet sits down with Brian Corcodilos, CEO of Designblendz, to explore how technology is transforming the built environment — from 3D visualization and digital twins to the future of AR-powered real estate. Brian shares his journey from pro-gamer to architect-founder, scaling a design studio from a college dorm room to a 30-person…

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Manifesting My Ideal Body: Weight Loss with Hypnosis & the Law of Attraction 1:02:45

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JOIN THE MANIFESTED ME VAULT! (Limited-Time Offer ⌛): Ready to rewire your mind to manifest your ideal body? Get 50% off the Manifested Me Vault with code MMV72 (it's good for 72 hours). And be sure to press play on “Sculpting the Self: Hypnosis for Health, Energy & Ideal Weight” to start embodying your results today! After welcoming my daughter ea…

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#535 Inside Tech Investigations & Cyber Legal Battles With IT Expert & Arbitrator Ahmed Bahgat 29:05

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In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we sit down with Ahmed Bahgat, a leading IT expert, digital forensics specialist, and court-appointed arbitrator who has handled 600+ cyber and technology-related cases across the UAE, GCC, and Canada. From cyber breaches and data leaks to AI deployment disputes and cryptocurrency investigations, Ahmed s…

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Beneath the Surface: The Dark Power of Your Subconscious Mind – Skill, Body & Transformation 25:56

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Ep. 126 The subconscious mind. It’s mysterious, dark, powerful – yet largely hidden beneath the surface. In psychodynamic therapy, the goal was to make the unconscious conscious. Think of the classic iceberg metaphor: the visible tip above water is the conscious mind, while the vast bulk beneath the surface is the subconscious. That hidden iceberg …

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#534 The $5B Tax-Free Travel Tech Opportunity: Ameer Jumahboy on Digitizing Tourist Spending 43:41

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Tourism is becoming a strategic economic engine for cities like Dubai, Singapore, Riyadh, and Milan. But one massive gap has been untouched: tax-free shopping. Every year, billions in VAT refunds leave local economies instead of being reinvested into retail and travel ecosystems. Ameer Jumahboy, Co-Founder & CEO of Utu, is changing that. He shares:…

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#533 From Code to AI Teammates: How Artur Rivilis Is Reimagining Logistics and the Future of Work 1:09:26

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In this episode, Mehmet sits down with Art Rivilis, CTO of Augment, to explore how AI is moving beyond copilots and into the era of AI teammates — intelligent agents that think, act, and collaborate like humans. Art shares his journey from immigrant engineer to CTO, the lessons learned through two major acquisitions (Shopify and Flexport), and what…

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#532 Rewriting the Rulebook: Carina Negreanu on How AI is Transforming Legal Tech 40:38

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In this episode, Mehmet Gonullu sits down with Carina Negreanu, CTO of Robin AI, to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping the legal industry. From her roots in physics and machine learning to leading one of the most innovative legal tech companies, Carina shares how Robin AI is using AI to simplify contracts, enhance trust, and improve l…

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Nearly 30 Years of Custom Looks with Interiors by Design with ProSource member Laurie Vaughn 30:57

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Laurie Vaughn, owner of Interiors by Design and proud ProSource Wholesale member, shares her journey into the world of interior design, the experience of starting her own business, and the importance of building strong client relationships. She emphasizes the need for transparency in managing client expectations during remodeling projects and offer…