Best Library Of Mistakes Podcasts (2025)

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EP 45: Shelf Life #7 (with Errorist In Residence Robbie Mochrie) 42:16

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Once again, Leila Johnston and Fraser Allen are backstage at the Library of Mistakes, sampling highlights from the book collection, hearing about the many events and activities coming up, and meeting members of the team. In this episode we have an in-depth chat with the newest member of the gang, economist and author Robbie Mochrie, who has taken o…

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Ep171: Serviced Accommodation vs Buy-to-Let: Systems, Profit & Pitfalls with Phil Saunders 44:13

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Is serviced accommodation a genuine upgrade on buy-to-let in today’s market? Ant sits down with SA operator Phil Saunders to unpack the numbers, the tech stack, and the reality of running SA at scale. From contractor-focused one-beds to 8-bed luxury homes, Phil shares the playbook: how to stabilise income, avoid the “Airbnb death spiral,” win more …

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Ep171: Serviced Accommodation vs Buy-to-Let: Systems, Profit & Pitfalls 46:04

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Is serviced accommodation a genuine upgrade on buy-to-let in today’s market? Ant sits down with SA operator Phil Saunders to unpack the numbers, the tech stack, and the reality of running SA at scale. From contractor-focused one-beds to 8-bed luxury homes, Phil shares the playbook: how to stabilise income, avoid the “Airbnb death spiral,” win more …

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The Green Shield Stamp Story 30:31

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With Britain's economy mired in 1970s misery, we thought we'd brighten things up a bit. So this week we present the most 1970s story ever: the history of GREEN SHIELD STAMPS! Oldies will know, but for younger listeners, you collected them in books, kids, and exchanged them for glass tumblers and soda syphons. Groovy huh? Neil and Jonathan talk to P…

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Caring for Parents, Planning for the Future with Beth Pinsker 51:39

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Beth Pinsker CFP®, MarketWatch columnist, and author of My Mother’s Money explains how caring for her mom exposed the gap between “knowing” and “doing” estate/care plans. Only ~30% have wills; even fewer have POAs/health proxies, creating real cash-flow and authorization crises when care starts. She describes the emotional and ethical knots (siblin…

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Real Retirement Stories: Andrea Solarz 29:28

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In this episode of Boldin Your Money, host Steve Chen talks with Andrea Solarz, a Boldin community member from Arlington, Virginia, about her lifelong journey to financial independence. Andrea shares how early lessons from her parents about saving and budgeting set her on the right path, later reinforced through self-education and following experts…

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How Viktor Orbán hacked Hungary’s Democracy 30:32

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Since his election in 2010, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has transformed Hungary from a democracy into a quasi-authoritarian country. In Hungary today, elections, economic policies, and the media are warped to benefit Orbán and his conservative Fidesz Party. Orbán’s government, with its consolidation of executive power, Christian nationali…

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EP 44: Cents and Sensibility (with Gary Saul Morson & Morton Schapiro) 48:04

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What happens when an experienced economist and an English literature expert have a proper conversation? Quite a lot as it turns out. Morton Schapiro and Saul Morson have written an outstanding book on what economists can learn from the humanities. They argue that Adam Smith’s heirs include Jane Austen, Anton Chekhov and Leo Tolstoy – and that econo…

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The Art of the Shred: ALTIF Live! 34:08

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Fred Goodwin led Royal Bank of Scotland to ruin and Britain to the brink of financial disaster. But who was the man they called Fred the Shred and how did he build RBS into (briefly) the world's largest bank? And how was he allowed to make such a complete horlicks of it? In our first live show at the Library of Mistakes in Edinburgh, Neil and Jonat…

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EP170: Is There Still a Place for the Small-Scale Landlord? — With Simon Zutshi 46:04

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Are small buy-to-let landlords finished… or is this exactly the moment to lean in? In this candid conversation, Ant Lyons (Your Property Network) sits down with veteran investor and PIN founder Simon Zutshi to cut through the doom and gloom around the Renters’ Rights Bill, Section 24, EPC changes, rising rates—and why, despite it all, there’s still…

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Introducing Real Retirement Stories 22:49

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In the 100th episode of Boldin Your Money, host Steve Chen chats with community member Mark Eakle about his real-life money journey. Mark shares how he went from relying on pensions to taking charge with 401(k)s, paying off his house, and helping his daughters graduate debt-free. He talks about the lessons he learned along the way—like starting ear…

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In Modi's India, journalists must fall in line or risk jail time 30:53

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When we first read Suchitra Vijayan’s reporting on the media in India we were shocked to learn that much of the press in the world’s largest democracy, had fallen in line with Narendra Modi’s authoritarian agenda. Now it feels like a portent of what could happen in the United States. In India today, 75% or more of news organizations are now owned b…

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The Great QE Rip-off 26:46

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QE or QT? The impact of these hangover expressions from another era is only now becoming apparent. Christopher Mahon of Columbia Threadneedle talks to Jonathan and Neil about how the Bank of England bought government stocks and sold them back at a loss. One example:paying £101 (QE) and later selling it for £28 (QT). The cost of this insane behaviou…

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EP 43: Shelf Life #6 (with Iona Bain & Michael Gilmore) 53:47

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Personal finance is the theme of this episode as we hear from two friends of the Library of Mistakes deeply committed to making financial understanding more accessible – particularly to younger people. Iona Bain has made her name as a supporter of millennials striving to make the most of their finances, and is the resident money expert on BBC One's…

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Far from Home: Human Library 38:44

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This episode comes to us from independent journalist Scott Gurian. In the Nørrebro neighborhood of Copenhagen, there's a small building with a garden and wooden seats. At first glance, it looks like some sort of neighborhood cafe, but it's actually the Menneskebiblioteket or Human Library, where the "readers" and "books" are people having deeply pe…

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The Spiders That Ate Ebbsfleet 24:48

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The government wants to build new towns on disused railway land to tackle the UK's housing crisis. A cracking idea, but will it be able to? Not just the planners but Natural England lie in wait. Neil and Jonathan are joined by Michael Dnes to investigate the murky tale of a new town on disused railway land in Kent that was eaten by a colony of jump…

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What If You Didn’t Wait? Mini Retirements, Big Life with Jillian Johnsrud 1:06:00

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In this episode of Boldin Your Money, Steve Chen talks with Jillian Johnsrud, author of Retire Often, about how taking intentional career breaks, what she calls mini-retirements can lead to greater freedom, career clarity, and personal growth. Jillian shares her journey from debt at age 19 to financial independence by 32, and how sabbaticals became…

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Peace photography: Healing through the lens 39:16

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Peace negotiations and reconciliation processes can change the world – but they’re not much to look at. The shortage of compelling images is one of many challenges to making peace more tangible in our very visual world. But if we expand the concept of peace to include what peace actually means to people who have lived through conflict, then what pe…

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EP169: How to Make Six-Figure Profits Flipping Property (Without the Costly Mistakes) 49:53

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In this must-listen to interview, Ant Lyons (Founder of Your Property Network) sits down with Susannah Cole of The Good Property Company to reveal the hard-won lessons from flipping hundreds of UK properties — including deals delivering six-figure profits.Drawing on years of experience and over £45 million in completed property transactions, Susann…

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EP 42: The CEO (with Michael Aldous & John Turner) 41:54

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The CEOs of Britain's largest companies wield immense power, but we know very little about them. How did they get to the top? And how have they changed over the past 100+ years? Join Russell Napier in a fascinating conversation with Michael Aldous & John Turner, authors of The CEO: The Rise and Fall of Britain's Captains of Industry. www.libraryofm…

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How to Turn Your Audio Skills into a Source of Income -APVA 1:22:35

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Many spoken word artists, podcasters, voice talents, and other audio creatives pour their hearts into their craft but often struggle to figure out how to earn from it. For those just starting out, the idea of making money from creative work can feel distant or confusing. Whether you're a podcaster, voiceover artist, or spoken word performer, this f…

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Want a less polarized society? Support local news 30:49

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Think about the infrastructure that makes your community tick. Roads, schools, buses and trains, parks and playgrounds, the sewage treatment plant are probably the kind of things that first come to mind. But what about local news? Our guest this episode, journalism scholar Jennifer Henrichsen, says local newspapers, news webistes, and TV and radio…

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EP168: Starting in Property: What We’d Do If We Were Starting Again in 2025 44:19

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In this episode of Your Property Podcast, Ant Lyons and Alex Daley dive into what they’d do if they were starting (or restarting) their property journey from scratch today.With nearly 30 years of combined experience, Ant and Alex share real-world insights, strategies, and golden rules for beginners — or those stuck at one or two buy-to-lets — looki…

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EP167: How Jack & Charlotte Funded a Life of Travel with Property Investing 28:28

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In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Jack and Charlotte, two young and ambitious property investors who’ve built a thriving property business using none of their own money — all while travelling the world.💼 Discover how they:Funded their flips and property deals with private investor financeBuilt strong relationships and trust with investors…

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Retired, Not Done: How Scott Garrett Took Control of His Financial Future 1:24:08

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In this episode of Boldin Your Money, Steve Chen chats with Scott Garrett, a retired software engineer and active member of the Boldin community. Scott talks about how he went from selling forklift parts to leading tech teams, and why he and his wife decided to retire earlier than planned. After dealing with job stress from a company buyout and fee…

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Can the Vatican Help Reframe the Narrative on Peace? 31:44

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This podcast is a project of Making Peace Visible, is a small 501(c)3 nonprofit organization based in Somerville, Massachusetts. What we do is unique -- consistently analyzing how the media covers conflict, and amplifying stories of resolution and reconciliation that are often ignored by the mainstream media. In the month of July, we're working to …

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EP166: Avoid THESE mistakes when investing in property. 39:25

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New property investors make a number of common mistakes – and mistakes in property can cost thousands! Don’t get it wrong – avoid these pitfalls and get it right first time when property investing.Get started with your FREE 28-day trial to YPN Plus today!yourpropertynetwork.co.uk/podcast/By Your Property Network Magazine

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Money, Marriage, & Raising Financially Fit Kids 58:58

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In this episode of Boldin Your Money, Steve Chen talks with Andy Hill, creator of Marriage, Kids and Money, about Andy’s journey from having a negative net worth to achieving financial independence through intentional saving, living on one income, and aligning money decisions with family goals. Andy shares how reaching “Coast FI” allowed his family…

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EP 41: Shelf Life #5 (with Boris Zhilin) 33:45

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Fraser Allen and Leila Johnston are back with a summer episode exploring life behind the scenes at the Library of Mistakes. Looking to the northern shores of Lake Geneva, Fraser interviews Boris Zhilin, the investment expert who has established a Library of Mistakes in Lausanne. Boris tells us about his career journey from growing up in the former …

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On the ground in Ukraine with Black Diplomats' Terrell Starr 34:31

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This podcast is a project of Making Peace Visible, is a small 501(c)3 nonprofit organization based in Somerville, Massachusetts. What we do is unique -- consistently analyzing how the media covers conflict, and amplifying stories of resolution and reconciliation that are often ignored by the mainstream media. In the month of July, we're working to …

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EP 40: The Irish Bank Strike (with Emma Horgan) 30:02

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In conversation with Emma Horgan, Russell Napier explores the Irish Bank Strike of 1966, which resulted in shopkeepers and publicans stepping in to keep the economy ticking over as unofficial bankers. What can this extraordinary episode teach us about economics, human resilience – and how we might be able to cope in the event of a huge fintech fail…

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Learning from Western news media's mistakes in Afghanistan 32:13

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In hopes of learning from the past and In light of US missile strikes on Iranian nuclear sites and subsequent retaliation in an escalating regional conflict, we're revisiting one of our best episodes on how Western media covers war. Guest Bette Dam is a Dutch journalist who covered the war in Afghanistan for 15 years. She began her coverage in 2006…

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EP165: 35+ Years of Property Wisdom with Kam Dovedi 45:22

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In this powerful episode of Your Property Podcast, host Michelle Cairns sits down with leading UK property investor and educator Kam Dovedi, founder of Premier Property, to uncover what it truly takes to build a thriving property portfolio in today's evolving market.With over 35 years of hands-on experience, Kam shares his personal journey from hum…

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Gummo - Hacking, The Fight for Privacy, and Quantum Computing 1:02:55

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The digital world we inhabit grows more complex by the day, with threats evolving at breakneck speed. In this profound conversation, I'm joined by the legendary hacker known as Gummo - a figure whose journey from desperate teenager to Bitcoin billionaire to digital guardian defies easy categorization. Gummo's story begins with heartbreak. Left alon…

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Chris Rawlinson - 42: The Answer to Everything (Including Education) 1:08:16

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Ever wondered why traditional education still looks largely unchanged since the industrial revolution? Chris Rawlinson, founder of 42 Courses, takes us on a fascinating journey from his days as an Ogilvy advertising executive to revolutionising online learning through behavioural science. Rawlinson explains how applying advertising principles to ed…

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Talking War-onomics 32:14

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Neil and Jonathan talk to Duncan Weldon about his new book Blood and Treasure about the interplay between war, society and economics from the violent larceny of the Vikings to the GDP-chomping total wars of the 20th century. Presented by Jonathan Ford and Neil Collins. With Duncan Weldon. Produced and edited by Nick Hilton for Podot. Hosted on Acas…

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Unmasking American myths about war and the military 33:08

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In the United States, about one sixth of the federal budget goes to defense. Why are many Americans so passive in the face of the massive expenditures for defense that crowd out spending on human needs like education, healthcare and infrastructure? Why does much of the media accept the status quo? And is all of this spending making Americans and th…

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EP164: Bots & Mortar: Is Property Really AI-Proof? with Carly Meyers 51:40

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In this episode of Your Property Podcast, host Michelle Cairns speaks with AI expert Carly Meyers about the transformative power of AI within the property industry. Carly emphasizes the importance of taking actionable steps with AI tools, mastering the art of prompting, and adapting to the changing job landscape. The conversation explores how AI ca…

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EP 39: Shelf Life #4 (with Ray Perman) 35:23

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In our latest, behind-the-scenes look at the Library of Mistakes, Leila Johnston joins author and journalist Ray Perman on the streets of Edinburgh, as they explore the Library of Mistakes walking tour, Money Talks, Money Walks. Join them to discover lots of fascinating nuggets about the financial history of Scotland's capital city. Meanwhile, Fras…

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How Not To Invest - Avoiding Big Money Mistakes with Barry Ritholtz 1:12:52

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In this episode of Boldin Your Money, Steve Chen talks with Barry Ritholtz about his journey from law to leading a $6B wealth management firm. They discuss Barry’s book How Not to Invest, focusing on avoiding common mistakes, tuning out media noise, and the value of humility and process in investing. The conversation covers tech's role in finance, …

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The hidden science of us vs. them 34:57

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“Humans are not rational beings with emotions. In fact, we're just the opposite. We're emotionally based beings who can only think rationally when we feel that our identities, as we see them, are understood and valued by others.” Those words from neuroscientist Bob Deutch triggered a lightbulb moment in the mind of Tim Phillips, a veteran peacebuil…

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Flipping the Script 53:01

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In this episode of Boldin Your Money, Steve Chen sits down with Geoff Schmidt, the creator behind the wildly popular YouTube channel Holy Schmidt. Geoff shares his inspiring journey from Wall Street to YouTube, sparked by a mission to help his father and ultimately millions better understand retirement planning. With over 350 videos and 335K+ subsc…

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EP163: 6 6 things I wish I knew before I started in property with Athena Dobson 51:40

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In this episode of Your Property Podcast, host Michelle Cairns interviews Athena Dobson, CEO and host of Girls in Property. Athena shares her journey from being a premium travel consultant to becoming a successful property investor. She discusses her experiences with various property strategies, the importance of understanding one's investment goal…

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Megan Preston Meyer - Uncertainty, Supply Chains, and Stories that Matter 53:03

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What happens when a data analytics expert trades boardrooms for bedtime stories? In this captivating conversation, Megan Preston Meyer reveals her remarkable journey from corporate number-cruncher to children's book author with a fascinating twist. For over a decade, Megan worked in analytics and supply chain management, helping companies extract v…

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EP 38: Meltdown – Scandal, Sleaze And The Collapse of Credit Suisse (with Duncan Mavin) 51:43

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Russell Napier invites Duncan Mavin back for a second appearance on the podcast – this time to discuss his recent book on Credit Suisse. Their fascinating discussion explores how decades of a rotten corporate culture dating back to WWII developed into the scandals and reputational disasters that eventually brought the Swiss bank down.…

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Can democracy take us into the future? 31:44

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Support for Donald Trump is slipping lately, at least in part because of the President’s violations of democratic rules and norms. In a New York Times/ Sienna College poll, a majority of respondents disapproved of Trump’s recent actions, including moves to eliminate government programs enacted by Congress, deport legal immigrants who have protested…

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Millionaire Milestones: Building Wealth on Your Terms with Sam Dogen 52:39

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In this episode of Boldin Your Money, host Steve Chen welcomes back Sam Dogen, the Financial Samurai, to discuss his journey from Wall Street to financial independence, and his latest book, Millionaire Milestones. Sam shares hard-earned insights from his early career in finance, the emotional and financial toll of market downturns, and how he trans…

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EP162: 3 Ways to Look at Branding Your Property Business with Oliver James 51:40

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In this episode of Your Property Podcast, Michelle Cairns interviews Oliver James, founder of Property Branding, who shares insights on the importance of branding in the property development industry. Oliver discusses the three types of branding: personal, business, and product, and how they create a cohesive ecosystem that enhances marketing effor…

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EP 37: Shelf Life #3 (with Herman Brodie) 53:42

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Fraser Allen and Leila Johnston take you behind the scenes at the Library of Mistakes once more. This month we hear from the brilliant behavioural finance expert Herman Brodie, discover the colourful back story of Didasko CEO David Clarke, and find out more about the library itself with Lauren Hotson and Helen Williams. If you have any queries abou…

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Making Plans for British Steel 33:29

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Britain's steel industry has all but vanished, and the government has intervened to save the last blast furnaces. But how did the country that invented the steel industry reach this pass and does it even matter? We talk to historian Ewan Gibbs about steel, the state, and the importance of ownership and production in an uncertain world. Presented by…