Best Luisa C Podcasts (2025)

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How to talk so people will listen (w/ Julian Treasure) 38:34

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What’s more important in communication— the content or the delivery? Julian Treasure is a five-time TED speaker and the author of Sound Affects: How Sound Shapes Our Lives, Our Wellbeing and Our Planet, and he argues conscious listening is an invaluable tool for elevating conversations. Julian joins Chris to give advice on how to speak better, the …

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How to communicate better (w/ Charles Duhigg) 36:56

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What makes some people supercommunicators? How can you become one too? This is the central lesson in Charles Duhigg’s bestseller Supercommunicators: How to Unlock the Secret of Communication. Charles and Chris dissect what makes messy conversations so great, how to ask deep questions, and whether women and men communicate differently. They also dis…

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How to stop doomscrolling — and what to do instead? (w/ Katherine Cross) 39:36

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Is it effective to engage with politics on social media — and what does it take to make actual change? Katherine Cross is a researcher on online harassment and the author of Log Off: Why Posting and Politics (Almost) Never Mix. She shares why she believes social media is “anti-political” and how virtual engagement will not achieve the necessary pol…

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The future of finding love with Bumble CEO Whitney Wolfe Herd | ReThinking with Adam Grant 36:25

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What will dating look like in the age of AI? Whitney Wolfe Herd is the founder and CEO of Bumble, the popular dating app that has helped millions of people meet their match. In this episode, Whitney chats with Adam about her vision for the future of dating online and offline, her decision to take a break from leading Bumble, and the importance of p…

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How to rest when life is overwhelming (w/ Katherine May) 40:14

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When someone you love is going through a difficult time, what do you say? Despite your best intentions, author Katherine May argues offering help or shying away from tough conversations isn’t as effective as you think. Katherine is the author of the memoir, Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times, and its latest companion piece,…

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How to love your complicated family (w/ Ashley C. Ford) 41:11

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What parts of yourself did you lose as you grew up? This is one of the central questions asked in Ashley C. Ford’s memoir, Somebody’s Daughter. Ashley joins Chris to talk about growing up with an incarcerated father, grappling with a complicated relationship with her mother, and how writing can be a way of processing and understanding your life. Th…

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How to be more joyful (w/ Ingrid Fetell Lee) 37:37

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What makes kids so joyful? Why do polka-dots and bright colors invoke feelings of joy? How do our senses shape our experience of joy? These are questions designer Ingrid Fetell Lee studies. Ingrid is the author of Joyful: The Surprising Power of Ordinary Things to Create Extraordinary Happiness and the blog, The Aesthetics of Joy. Chris and Ingrid …

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How to keep close friendships (w/ Aminatou Sow) 39:41

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“People are expected to have good friendships, but nobody talks about how they happen,” says journalist Aminatou Sow. Aminatou is also the host of the podcast Call Your Girlfriend and the author of the book Big Friendship: How We Keep Each Other Close. She joins Chris to discuss the communication efforts necessary to maintain meaningful friendships…

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How to find laughter anywhere (w/ Dan Harris and guests) 24:27

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Humor is all around us— you only need to be intentional about seeking moments of laughter and joy in your life. In this special compilation episode on humor, Chris shares six short snippets from his conversation with thoughtful guests such as TikTok forager Alexis Nikole Nelson, meditation and happiness journalist Dan Harris, peace activist Aziz Ab…

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How to rethink your emotional attachment to clothes (w/ Diarra Bousso) 40:56

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We often think donating clothes is a sustainable act, but when tons of garments are shipped to places like West Africa, it creates environmental waste and disrupts local artisans’ livelihoods. Diarra Bousso, a mathematician and sustainable fashion designer, joins Chris to unpack the hidden cost of global textiles waste and how she founded her lifes…

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How to stop devoting yourself to your job (w/ Sarah Jaffe) 40:36

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Sarah Jaffe is the author of Work Won’t Love You Back: How Devotion to Our Jobs Keep Us Exploited, Exhausted, and Alone. She and Chris discuss the emotional toll of modern work culture and the importance of community. They also dive into Sarah’s newest book, From the Ashes: Grief and Revolution in a World on Fire, and explore the idea that between …

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Jon Batiste | from Design Matters 1:05:53

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Widely recognized as a musical genius and once-in-a-generation talent, Jon Batiste is one of history’s most brilliant, prolific, and accomplished musicians. The Grammy, Emmy, and Oscar-winning star joins to discuss his legendary career, connecting people through a shared love of music. This episode originally aired on Design Matters March 31, 2025.…

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How your brain predicts your reality (w/ Anil Seth) 36:16

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What is the aspect of being you that you cling to most tightly? Why are you you and not somebody else? How do you understand and make sense of your experiences? These are questions studied by Anil Seth, Professor of Cognitive and Computational Neuroscience and the University of Sussex. Anil and Chris reflect on the limitations in describing the bra…

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Why stealing other people’s ideas can be a good thing (w/ Austin Kleon) 39:27

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Austin Kleon thinks stealing inspiration is a good thing — because it requires you to pay attention to the world. Austin is a self-proclaimed “creative kleptomaniac” and the author of five books, including Steal Like An Artist: 10 Things Nobody Told You About Being Creative. In his conversation with Chris, they discuss “scenius,” or the creative ge…

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Why you don't need a personal brand (w/ Debbie Millman) 38:19

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“If you’re a good designer in five or ten years, you’re gonna want to look back on your portfolio with horror and nostalgia and somewhat amusement… because you want to be growing,” says illustrator Debbie Millman. Debbie is the host of the longest running podcast, Design Matters, and the author of the book, Love Letter to a Garden. In this episode,…

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Information Inoculation: Defending Against Medical Myths: Why we need to fight misinformation about vaccines | from TED Health 45:03

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Ethan Lindenberger never got vaccinated as a kid. So one day, he went on Reddit and asked a simple question: "Where do I go to get vaccinated?" The post went viral, landing Lindenberger in the middle of a heated debate about vaccination and, ultimately, in front of a US Senate committee. Less than a year later, the high school senior reports back o…

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How to love parts of yourself you may not like (w/ Heather Havrilesky) 38:51

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Heather Havrilesky is the author of the book Foreverland: On the Divine Tedium of Marriage. She’s also the writer behind the advice columns “Ask Polly,” and “Ask Molly,” which is written by Polly’s mischievous alterego. In this episode, Heather and Chris navigate how to showcase your whole self – even if it means embracing the messy parts – and how…

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How to learn from your failures (w/ Dawn Burrell) 39:42

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Dawn Burrell is a celebrated long jumper, an Olympic athlete, and a chef’s whose cooking made her a semifinalist for a James Beard Award — and these are just a sampling of her many accolades. In this episode, Dawn talks about how she navigated the career shift from athlete to chef, redefining success for herself, and finding joy and fulfillment in …

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Re-release: How peace can persevere (w/ Aziz Abu Sarah) 43:25

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It’s extremely difficult to move past anger and hurt driving you towards revenge. War, violence, and suffering are driven by that cycle of emotions. Palestinian author, peacemaker, and entrepreneur Aziz Abu Sarah knows the feelings well, but from his own life experiences, he shares his belief that peace is achievable and another way forward is poss…

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How to be a better friend (w/ Rhaina Cohen) 38:12

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What would it look like if we took friendship as seriously as we take romance? Rhaina Cohen, author of the book The Other Significant Others: Reimagine Life with Friendship at the Center, talks to Chris about the value of platonic relationships. They get into everything from offloading expectations from a romantic partner onto a friend can help imp…

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HELPING SMES OVERCOME TALENT CHALLENGES WITH APPRENTICESHIPS IN TECH | Dimple Khagram | Top Floor 46:57

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They have a focus on women, disadvantaged to get into tech roles. Supports future talent pools. Can also upskill existing staff. They leverage 1% levy to gift the training or just pay £800 (5%). Mistakes - be aware of burnout; need to step away to see things more clearly; and don't be afraid of growth. Routine - meditate and journal daily but does …

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ISLAMIC TRANSLATION VOICEOVER AND TRAINING | With Hossam Ash-Sharqawy | The Top Floor 35:47

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Started as an interpreter in English & Spanish from Arabic. Worked in tourism and later did a Masters in Languages. Likes a routine. He prays before sunset; likes to write, review, then business, then assist staff, then nap for 30 mins. Success - it is not just about the money but the message and mission. Admires people like Steve Jobs, Bill Gates,…

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AUTOMATED ADVERTISING THAT SELLS BOOKS | With Nadim Sadek | The Top Floor 41:37

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Nadim grew up in Africa, Caribbean and Ireland He is a Psychologist - so loves to understand why people do the things and how they connect to brands. Sold a company to WPP. Bought a small island off the coast of Ireland and lived there for 12 years. This company was launched 18 months ago and they have got traction in publishing. They use a compoun…

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DON'T BEAT YOURSELF UP OVER MISTAKES | With Omar Hamdi | The Top Floor 38:27

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A creative engagement, communications and brand reputation agency. The legacy media is mainly online but hard to access to micro and small businesses. He wants to educate the market (micro & small businesses) that they can access mainstream media as well; to tell their stories. He feels too many business owners beat themselves up over mistakes, whe…

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How to see the humanity in everyone — even people you don’t like (w/ Abigail Marsh) 43:15

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Why is American culture so fascinated with psychopathic people and true crime stories? Why don’t billionaires give more? What makes some people so generous that they’d undergo surgery to donate an organ to a complete stranger? These are the kinds of questions that Abigail Marsh, a professor of psychology and neuroscience at Georgetown University, s…

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How to navigate changes in a relationship without fear (w/ Stephanie Yates-Anyabwile) 39:07

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What is a romantic relationship “supposed” to look like? How do you feel when your relationship doesn’t check all the boxes? In this episode, licensed marriage and family therapist Stephanie Yates-Anyabwile talks about everything from how to get into couples counseling to navigating hard conversations to understanding the difference between relatio…

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Entrevista con Adrian Salcedo y Luisa Altamirano | The Top Floor 31:42

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🧠💬 ¿Qué necesitamos para construir relaciones sanas y crecer como comunidad? En este video, Adrián Salcedo emprendedor y líder visionario, comparte reflexiones profundas sobre los pilares del desarrollo personal, las relaciones humanas y el verdadero espíritu emprendedor: comunidad, perspectiva, colaboración, trabajo en equipo, finanzas personales,…

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Entrevista con Jose Antonio Cruz y Luisa Altamirano | The Top Floor 41:07

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“De la dislexia al éxito industrial: una historia brutalmente honesta” En esta poderosa entrevista, Josè Antonio Cruz, CEO de Kurafo Biotek comparte cómo convirtió su historia de vida —marcada por la dislexia, la exigencia y el esfuerzo— en un motor de innovación científica y empresarial. Desde sus primeros modelos matemáticos hasta ganar dos veces…

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OWN UP TO MISTAKES, WE ARE ALL HUMAN | With Rory Hackett | The Top Floor 39:56

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Rory Hackett - Founder of Liv - London, Dubai, Los Angeles They provide integrated smart home technology - from one room to a whole home. Learning - own up to mistakes, we are all human; be open with clients; establish a team that was reliable. Likes listening to podcast by people like Gary Vaynerchuk. Working on a 5yr strategy - growth expectation…

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LIVES BY ROUTINES, EVEN ON WEEKENDS | With Lindsay Warren | The Top Floor 33:23

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On his 30th Birthday Lindsay set himself a 15-20 yr plan to master recruitment and then set up his own company for businesses who will contribute to net zero by 2050. The company seeks top talent for companies that deliver EV charging; solar panels; green energy etc. Learnings - took an office too early and did not take enough time to hire first st…

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IT'S UNDER-ESTIMATED HOW LONG IT TAKES TO BUILD A BRAND | With Kate Chambers | The Top Floor 41:55

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Kate spent 15 years building the biggest tradeshow in the gambling sector. He company provides a digital platform for people in the gambling industry, providing key insights and data on the industry. Key learnings - try to do too much yourself; jack of all trades, master of none! It is important to delegate and under-estimated how long it takes to …

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How you can be more creative by taking a long walk (w/ Craig Mod) 39:38

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What do we gain from a long walk? Craig Mod is a photographer and writer who has done treks and pilgrimages around the world. From the Camino de Santiago to the Old Tōkaidō Road, Craig Mod transforms the simple act of walking into a meditative journey and creative practice. In his new book, Things Become Other Things, Craig chronicles a long distan…

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3 ways to fight climate change without getting overwhelmed (w/ Ayana Elizabeth Johnson) 36:08

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The future could be amazing, if we get it right. That’s so rarely how we think about it though. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson, marine biologist and author of the anthology What If We Get it Right?, is constantly collecting visions of the future and of climate solutions that are worth working towards together. Chris and Ayana talk about how to find your u…

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Re-release: How to enrich your everyday life with poetry (w/ Sarah Kay) 31:28

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Roses are red, violets are blue, has poetry ever been intimidating for you? For many people, this art form can feel unapproachable, but poet and educator Sarah Kay, suggests that people who don’t like poetry just maybe haven’t found a poem that really speaks to them. Sarah proposes a fresh approach to this ancient art, talks about why playing with …

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IT'S UNDERESTIMATED HOW LONG IT TAKES TO BUILD A BRAND | With Kate Chambers | The Top Floor 41:55

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Kate spent 15 years building the biggest tradeshow in the gambling sector. He company provides a digital platform for people in the gambling industry, providing key insights and data on the industry. Key learnings - try to do too much yourself; jack of all trades, master of none! It is important to delegate and under-estimated how long it takes to …

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How you can move forward and learn from the past (w/ Clint Smith) 39:20

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How do you grapple with national history, legacy, and the stories you tell yourself? Clint Smith is the author of the narrative nonfiction, How the Word is Passed, and the poetry collection, Above Ground. Clint joins Chris to talk about the cognitive dissonances that shaped American history. From understanding the complexities of Thomas Jefferson, …

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How to gossip — the right way (w/ Rachelle Hampton) 34:53

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What makes a story so good you HAVE to tell everyone you know? How do you hook listeners with juicy details and tantalizing conundrums? In this special live episode, recorded at On Air Fest in Brooklyn, Chris is joined by Rachelle Hampton, the new host of Normal Gossip. Chris and Rachelle talk about what she’s learned touring the country and hearin…

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PUT THE SUPPORT IN PLACE FROM THE START | With Neil Cowling and Asari St-Hill | The Top Floor 52:04

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Join us on The Top Floor Podcast with host Asari St-Hill as we explore the world of podcasting and audio innovation with Neil Cowling, founder of Fresh Air Productions. Starting his career as a BBC radio producer, Neil’s love for audio has led him to produce compelling podcasts for brands, government agencies, and non-profit organisations. In 2024 …

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How to raise emotionally resilient children (w/ Richard Weissbourd) 38:50

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Happiness, high achievement, or kindness – which is most important to you in your kids? Which do you think your kids think you care about the most? Richard Weissbourd is a psychologist, the senior lecturer at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, and the director of the Making Caring Common Project. Richard joins Chris to discuss the challenges…

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How to enjoy poetry — without being a poet (w/ Naisha Randhar) 39:54

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In honor of National Poetry Month, Chris is speaking with Naisha Randhar. Naisha is the Youth Poet Laureate of Dallas, the author of Roses of Arma, and the youngest guest Chris has ever interviewed — she’s a high school sophomore. Chris and Naisha talk about the inspiring work of teaching teenagers poetry and how to balance self-awareness with self…

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What to do when your beliefs are challenged (w/ Tenelle Porter) 34:09

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Tenelle Porter’s job is to study humility. Specifically, intellectual humility, the idea that we might be wrong or mistaken about some of our beliefs. Tenelle talks with Chris about why she thinks intellectual humility is so important, how to cultivate it, and why it’s the missing piece in so many conversations these days. Whether it’s in politics,…

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How to trust in times of uncertainty (w/ Rachel Botsman) 37:47

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Rachel Botsman studies trust. She’s a professor at Oxford University and the author of the books What's Mine is Yours, Who Can You Trust? and the new audiobook, How to Trust and Be Trusted. From asking AI medical questions, to understanding what’s real and what’s a lie online, Chris and Rachel discuss trust in many forms. What happens when trust is…

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How to get your sense of wonder back (w/ Nate DiMeo) 36:32

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How do you make sense of the present? Nate DiMeo might suggest you look at the past. Nate is the host of the podcast and book, The Memory Palace. Nate joins Chris to discuss how the past can teach us to live life in a new, rich, and complex way. Nate shares how to exercise the muscle of curiosity, how to tap into your sense of wonder to escape algo…

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FROM MARKETING DREAMS TO BUSINESS SUCCESS | With Fiona Wylie | The Top Floor 35:15

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In this episode of Top Floor, host Asari St-Hill sits down with Fiona Wylie, a passionate marketer and entrepreneur. From dreaming of a marketing career to launching her own business after starting a family, Fi shares how she built a company that embeds staff directly into client teams for a unique, results-driven approach. A firm believer in KPIs …

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FROM PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT TO LUXURY HOME SERVICES | With Mads Dal | The Top Floor 35:29

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In this episode of Top Floor, host Asari St-Hill speaks with Mads Dal, Founder of The Better Home Company. From property development to serving the super-prime sector, Mads now provides high-end maintenance and development support for billionaire and royal clients—including building a house in Portugal for Cristiano Ronaldo! Mads shares his philoso…

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Power, purpose, and the American presidency with Jared Cohen | from ReThinking with Adam Grant 35:27

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What do the most powerful people in the world do after they've achieved success? Jared Cohen is a history buff and a presidential historian. His latest book, “Life After Power,” is a fascinating exploration about what seven American presidents did after leaving the most influential job in the world. In this episode of ReThinking with Adam Grant, an…

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How to stop being weird about money (w/ Paco de Leon) 41:00

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Talking about money can feel confusing and awkward, but it doesn’t have to be. Paco de Leon is a financial planner and author of the book Finance for the People: Getting a Grip on Your Finances. Paco joins Chris to discuss ways everyone – but particularly freelancers and artists – can reframe their conversations and shift their mindset from “money …

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How to make the most of a finite life (w/ Oliver Burkeman) 40:22

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There’s only so much you can do in a week – or, according to Oliver Burkeman, in the roughly 4,000 weeks the average human lives. Oliver is a journalist and author of the books Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals, Meditations for Mortals, and the newsletter “The Imperfectionist.” Chris and Oliver discuss the paradox of why change can o…