Best Poverty Truth Network Podcasts (2025)

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Ep.150 From Uber Driver to $1.5M: How James Oliver Built Atlas Bars 42:08

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In this inspiring interview, Sabine Kvenberg sits down with James Oliver, founder and CEO of Atlas Bars, to explore how he’s redefining the protein bar industry with clean, effective nutrition. From his early fascination with health and nutrition to building a brand that champions transparency, curiosity, and consumer education, James shares the hi…

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Ep.150 From Uber Driver to $1.5M: How James Oliver Built Atlas Bars 42:08

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In this inspiring interview, Sabine Kvenberg sits down with James Oliver, founder and CEO of Atlas Bars, to explore how he’s redefining the protein bar industry with clean, effective nutrition. From his early fascination with health and nutrition to building a brand that champions transparency, curiosity, and consumer education, James shares the hi…

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S104: Building Communities of Care with Lorraine Pryor 36:16

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In this episode, we sit down with another fierce sister in the struggle: Lorraine Pryor. Lorraine is the founder of Voice of Hope, an Aboriginal organisation that supports women and families impacted by the prison system. Lorraine is a mother, a grandmother, a warrior. She created Voice of Hope after she got out of prison, to fight for others, to m…

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Ep. 55 The Journey #Mastery 20:21

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Welcome, everyone, to the 55th episode of Professor P's Podcast. I am back for the Fall Semester, and I couldn’t be more excited to be with you all. I am kicking us off in true Professor Palumbo fashion, and I am coming with a dose of Elixir, that energetic power. Our topic today is The JOURNEY #mastery. Everyone wants the destination—the breakthro…

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S103: All Policing is Political with Jacqui Katona 1:01:37

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We are excited to share this powerful conversation with Jacqui Katona, a fierce Aboriginal woman who led the fight to stop the Jabiluka uranium mine. Her story is one of resistance, deep love for Country, and the strength it takes to stand against both corporate greed and state violence. Jacqui’s story speaks to something really important: that pol…

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Disabled Parking in Blackpool - Good luck with that! 32:38

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Send us a text In this episode Host Gillian Oliver is joined by Brian from Brunswick PACT and they talk through about the issues raised at the latest Disability Forum in August. The Forum was joined by head of traffic at Blackpool Council Ian Large who answered questions around disabled parking and other issues in the town Also in the meeting was S…

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S102: Smokin' Coffee with Aunty Vickie Roach 53:38

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We are honoured to bring you this interview with the incredible Aunty Vickie Roach: writer, advocate, survivor, and fierce truth-teller. Aunty Vickie speaks about her time inside, and about the escape committee she formed inside prison. And yes, it's exactly what it sounds like. But it’s also something bigger. It is about refusing to let the system…

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S101: Poverty, Prisons & Power with The National Network of Incarcerated & Formerly Incarcerated Women & Girls 31:30

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In this episode, you will hear a panel discussion recorded live at the People Against Poverty Summit, held on Yuggera and Turrbal land in Magan-djin in June 2025. The summit was hosted by the Anti-Poverty Network Queensland, the Anti-Poverty Centre, and a coalition of grassroots anti-poverty organisers from across the continent. The discussion comp…

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Ep.149 From Alcoholism to Advocacy: Rob Rene's Journey of Faith and Healing 39:46

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Rob Rene reveals five things you can do right now to improve your health. It's available to everyone, and it's free. He shares his journey from a corporate career to becoming a health advocate after experiencing personal challenges, including alcoholism and the impact of the pandemic. He emphasizes the importance of nutrition, hydration, and holist…

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Ep.149 From Alcoholism to Advocacy: Rob Rene's Journey of Faith and Healing 39:46

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Rob Rene reveals five things you can do right now to improve your health. It's available to everyone, and it's free. He shares his journey from a corporate career to becoming a health advocate after experiencing personal challenges, including alcoholism and the impact of the pandemic. He emphasizes the importance of nutrition, hydration, and holist…

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Ep.148 Overcoming Fear: The Transformative Power of Paragliding 41:19

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Lyumbim Kogan shares his remarkable journey as a five-time first-generation immigrant, humanitarian leader, and founder of Wings for Heroes. He discusses his early life in the Soviet Union, the chaos of immigration, and the personal challenges he faced. Lyumbim emphasizes the importance of overcoming fear, navigating crises, and the transformative …

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Ep.148 Overcoming Fear: The Transformative Power of Paragliding 41:19

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Lyumbim Kogan shares his remarkable journey as a five-time first-generation immigrant, humanitarian leader, and founder of Wings for Heroes. He discusses his early life in the Soviet Union, the chaos of immigration, and the personal challenges he faced. Lyumbim emphasizes the importance of overcoming fear, navigating crises, and the transformative …

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Ep.147 From Poverty to Power: Jorge Olsen’s Secrets to Influence, Branding, and Marketing Karma 48:14

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Jorge Olsen shares his inspiring journey from Tijuana to becoming a successful entrepreneur and author. He discusses the importance of personal branding, the power of influence in marketing, and how to overcome challenges through positivity and mindfulness. Jorge emphasizes the significance of effective communication in business and the role of cul…

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Ep.147 From Poverty to Power: Jorge Olsen’s Secrets to Influence, Branding, and Marketing Karma 48:14

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Jorge Olsen shares his inspiring journey from Tijuana to becoming a successful entrepreneur and author. He discusses the importance of personal branding, the power of influence in marketing, and how to overcome challenges through positivity and mindfulness. Jorge emphasizes the significance of effective communication in business and the role of cul…

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Ep.146 Being different can be a superpower-John Kippen's inspiring story 35:41

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John Kippen shares his inspiring journey of overcoming adversity after a life-changing brain surgery that left him with facial paralysis. He discusses the challenges he faced, including speech impediments and social anxiety, and how he transformed his life through magic and storytelling. Jaime Lee Curtis talks about John in his inspiring documentar…

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Ep.146 Being different can be a superpower-John Kippen's inspiring story 35:41

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John Kippen shares his inspiring journey of overcoming adversity after a life-changing brain surgery that left him with facial paralysis. He discusses the challenges he faced, including speech impediments and social anxiety, and how he transformed his life through magic and storytelling. Jaime Lee Curtis talks about John in his inspiring documentar…

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Ep.145 The Truth About Working From Home and Being Your Own Boss 28:56

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Being your own boss sounds like a dream—until the silence gets loud. In this solo episode, Sabine shares the raw truth about working from home: the freedom, the fog, and the feeling of being alone in your business. If you’ve ever felt isolated while building your dream, this episode will give you insight, encouragement, and a reminder—you don’t hav…

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Ep.145 The Truth About Working From Home and Being Your Own Boss 28:56

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Being your own boss sounds like a dream—until the silence gets loud. In this solo episode, Sabine shares the raw truth about working from home: the freedom, the fog, and the feeling of being alone in your business. If you’ve ever felt isolated while building your dream, this episode will give you insight, encouragement, and a reminder—you don’t hav…

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Blackpool's disabled residents on benefits buses and more 35:01

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Send us a text Join host Gillian Oliver from the Poverty Truth as she takes you through the latest disability forum above Sainsburys on Talbot Road Blackpool She was joined by Emma Jackson, Howard Robinson and Michael who claims PIP payments himselfBy Poverty Truth Network

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Ep.144 Transforming Pain into Purpose-The Journey of a Multi-Hat Entrepreneur 37:22

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In this engaging conversation, Mitch Carson shares his multifaceted journey through the realms of public speaking, media training, and personal transformation. From his colorful background in marketing and sales to his life-changing experiences in Thailand, Mitch emphasizes the importance of travel, cultural intelligence, and overcoming personal ch…

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Ep.144 Transforming Pain into Purpose-The Journey of a Multi-Hat Entrepreneur 37:22

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In this engaging conversation, Mitch Carson shares his multifaceted journey through the realms of public speaking, media training, and personal transformation. From his colorful background in marketing and sales to his life-changing experiences in Thailand, Mitch emphasizes the importance of travel, cultural intelligence, and overcoming personal ch…

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Ep.143 Building a Community Through Networking 39:19

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Julie Marty Pearson, a fellow podcaster and advocate for animal rescue, shares the importance of in-person connections, the power of networking, and how podcasting has transformed her life and career. Julie reveals her journey into podcasting, the creation of her supportive community for women podcasters, and the therapeutic nature of sharing stori…

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Ep.143 Building a Community Through Networking 39:19

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Julie Marty Pearson, a fellow podcaster and advocate for animal rescue, shares the importance of in-person connections, the power of networking, and how podcasting has transformed her life and career. Julie reveals her journey into podcasting, the creation of her supportive community for women podcasters, and the therapeutic nature of sharing stori…

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Ep. 142 From Orphan to Influencer - The Journey of a Conscious Leader 53:13

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Mike Handcock shares his journey from being an orphan at 15 to becoming a leader in conscious business and thought leadership. He emphasizes the importance of resilience, creativity, and the impact of storytelling in inspiring others. The conversation explores the role of ethics in speaking, the significance of leaving a legacy, and the power of in…

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Ep. 142 From Orphan to Influencer - The Journey of a Conscious Leader 53:13

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Mike Handcock shares his journey from being an orphan at 15 to becoming a leader in conscious business and thought leadership. He emphasizes the importance of resilience, creativity, and the impact of storytelling in inspiring others. The conversation explores the role of ethics in speaking, the significance of leaving a legacy, and the power of in…

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Ep.141 From Darkness to Light: Orly Amor's Journey - Making a difference with your story 36:49

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In this engaging conversation, Orly Amor shares her inspiring journey from a troubled past to becoming a successful business coach and public speaker. She emphasizes the importance of mindset, decision-making, and the power of sharing one's story to impact others. Orly discusses her unique approach to coaching public speakers, her philanthropic eff…

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Ep.141 From Darkness to Light: Orly Amor's Journey - Making a difference with your story 36:49

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In this engaging conversation, Orly Amor shares her inspiring journey from a troubled past to becoming a successful business coach and public speaker. She emphasizes the importance of mindset, decision-making, and the power of sharing one's story to impact others. Orly discusses her unique approach to coaching public speakers, her philanthropic eff…

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Ep 54 PS. The Way Out is Within #truthbetold 8:44

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Welcome, everyone, to the 54th episode of Professor P's Podcast. I am bringing you a PS dose of Elixir. Today's topic is not a topic at all. It is a personal invitation. I’m inviting you into something I’ve been carrying in my heart and spirit for years — The Way Out is Within. If you’ve heard me say it before, you know it’s more than a phrase. It’…

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RESEARCH: DISABLED TRANSPORT ISN'T WORKING 29:03

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Send us a text In this episode we bring you the highlights from the recent Disability Forum, where we brought the research done by Healthwatch Blackpool and research done on a national level about disabled transport and found it just isn't working.By Poverty Truth Network

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Ep.140 Secrets to a Fulfilling Life - Join the Journey 23:37

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Sabine shares eight key ideas that have contributed to her happiness, success, and fulfillment in life. She emphasizes the importance of personal growth, embracing one's uniqueness, maintaining momentum, trusting the process, following intuition, and cultivating optimism. Each idea is explored in depth, providing insights and practical advice for l…

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Ep.140 Secrets to a Fulfilling Life - Join the Journey 23:37

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Sabine shares eight key ideas that have contributed to her happiness, success, and fulfillment in life. She emphasizes the importance of personal growth, embracing one's uniqueness, maintaining momentum, trusting the process, following intuition, and cultivating optimism. Each idea is explored in depth, providing insights and practical advice for l…

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Episode 30: 80% chance your business will fail if you don't know THIS. 52:48

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Send us a text In this episode, we break down Tony Robbins’ famous 80/20 principle for business-where 80% of your results come from your psychology, and only 20% from your skills and strategies. We unpack why mindset, resilience, and emotional intelligence matter far more than just technical know-how or a flawless business plan. Key Takeaways: 80/2…

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Ep 53 Guest Speaker Chanowk Yisrael - Rings of Wisdom #farmerpreneurspotlight 1:07:03

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Welcome, everyone, to the 53rd episode of Professor P's Podcast. I am bringing you another guest speaker. Chanowk Yisrael with Yisreal Farms joins me and has some powerful wisdom to share. You need to listen to his RINGS of WISDOM #framerpreneurspotlight Chanowk Yisrael is a dynamic land steward, community leader, and advocate for food sovereignty …

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Ep.139 From Struggles to Success: How Chris Cannon Turned His Story Into a Business Empire 41:11

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In this engaging conversation, Chris Cannon shares his journey from struggling with reading in school to becoming a successful entrepreneur and author. He emphasizes the importance of storytelling in business and personal development, discussing how his experiences shaped his perspective on success and the value of high-ticket offers. Chris also hi…

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Ep.139 From Struggles to Success: How Chris Cannon Turned His Story Into a Business Empire 41:11

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In this engaging conversation, Chris Cannon shares his journey from struggling with reading in school to becoming a successful entrepreneur and author. He emphasizes the importance of storytelling in business and personal development, discussing how his experiences shaped his perspective on success and the value of high-ticket offers. Chris also hi…

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Ep 52 The Belly of the Whale #faith 18:20

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Welcome, everyone, to the 52nd episode of Professor P's Podcast. I am so excited to bring you another dose of Elixir, that energetic power. Today’s topic is the BELLY of the WHALE #faith Inspired by Jonah 2 and led by divine insight, I unpack how God sometimes prepares custom storms and tailor-made situations—“special fish”—to stop us in our tracks…

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Ep.138 From TV Producer to Career Coach: Navigating Your Second Act 30:09

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In this conversation, Shannon Russell shares her journey from a successful television producer to a career coach, emphasizing the importance of reinvention and self-discovery. She discusses the challenges faced during career transitions, the impact of industry changes, and the power of continuous learning. Shannon also highlights her experience in …

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Ep.138 From TV Producer to Career Coach: Navigating Your Second Act 30:09

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In this conversation, Shannon Russell shares her journey from a successful television producer to a career coach, emphasizing the importance of reinvention and self-discovery. She discusses the challenges faced during career transitions, the impact of industry changes, and the power of continuous learning. Shannon also highlights her experience in …

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Ep.137 "The Stepping Stones That Led to 'Become Empowered': Celebrating One Year of Transformation" 26:56

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One unwritten musical. Twelve courageous women. And stories that created healing beyond imagination. What if those detours in your life—the ones that seem like they're taking you off course—are actually preparing you for your true destiny? In this episode, I reveal how my journey as a storyteller began decades ago with a musical that was never prod…

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Ep.137 "The Stepping Stones That Led to 'Become Empowered': Celebrating One Year of Transformation" 26:56

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One unwritten musical. Twelve courageous women. And stories that created healing beyond imagination. What if those detours in your life—the ones that seem like they're taking you off course—are actually preparing you for your true destiny? In this episode, I reveal how my journey as a storyteller began decades ago with a musical that was never prod…

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Ep 51 Own Your Value - Before the World Does #entrepreneurialtip 25:02

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Welcome everyone to the 51st episode of Professor P's Podcast. This week, I am bringing you another entrepreneurial tip. The topic for this show is OWN YOUR VALUE—Before the World Does #entrepreneurialtip In this powerful episode of Professor P’s Podcast, we’re exploring a foundational truth that applies to entrepreneurs, professionals, creatives, …

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Adolescence in Blackpool: ways to help our bullied teens 25:05

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Send us a text Host Gillian Oliver was back at Holy Trinity Church on Dean Street in Blackpool to pull together children and adults a like, who have all been affected by bullying and to talk to the leaders of the town.By Poverty Truth Network

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Ep.136 Unlocking Natural Health with Dr. Nigel Brayer, The Reluctant Bladder Doctor 33:04

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In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Nigel Brayer shares his journey from a cattle farm in Canada to becoming a chiropractor and functional medicine practitioner. He discusses the importance of the nervous system in natural health, his personal experiences with bladder health, and the development of the Ironclad Bladder Protocol. The conversation…

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Ep.136 Unlocking Natural Health with Dr. Nigel Brayer, The Reluctant Bladder Doctor 33:04

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In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Nigel Brayer shares his journey from a cattle farm in Canada to becoming a chiropractor and functional medicine practitioner. He discusses the importance of the nervous system in natural health, his personal experiences with bladder health, and the development of the Ironclad Bladder Protocol. The conversation…

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Ep.135 The Journey of a Trader: Insights from Anmol Singh 37:41

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Summary In this conversation, Anmol Singh shares his journey from a shy introvert to a successful trader and entrepreneur. He discusses the intricacies of trading, the importance of preparation in navigating market volatility, and the evolving landscape of cryptocurrencies. Anmol emphasizes the significance of integrity and self-awareness in achiev…

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Ep.135 The Journey of a Trader: Insights from Anmol Singh 37:41

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Summary In this conversation, Anmol Singh shares his journey from a shy introvert to a successful trader and entrepreneur. He discusses the intricacies of trading, the importance of preparation in navigating market volatility, and the evolving landscape of cryptocurrencies. Anmol emphasizes the significance of integrity and self-awareness in achiev…

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Ep 50 The Gift of Goodbye #truthbetold 18:13

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Welcome everyone to the 50th episode of Professor P's Podcast. I am so excited to bring you another dose of Elixir, that energetic power. Today’s topic is the GIFT of GOODBYE #truthbetold I’m coming to you not from a place of strength alone but from the space where pain and power coexist. Because even as strong as I am… I hurt, too. In this episode…

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Ep.134 Declutter Your Life: 3 Must-Do Spring Cleaning Strategies 23:01

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Feel like your life could use a little spring cleaning? Now it's the perfect time to hit the reset button on your life and business. Let’s discuss three essential strategies to declutter your mind, goals, and daily habits." It will make your life feel lighter and brighter. Join our Free Become Empowered community: https://bit.ly/TheJourneyCommunity…

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Ep.134 Declutter Your Life: 3 Must-Do Spring Cleaning Strategies 23:01

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Feel like your life could use a little spring cleaning? Now it's the perfect time to hit the reset button on your life and business. Let’s discuss three essential strategies to declutter your mind, goals, and daily habits." It will make your life feel lighter and brighter. Join our Free Become Empowered community: https://bit.ly/TheJourneyCommunity…

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Ep 49 Guest Speaker Sheryl Smith; The Power of Humman Connection #entrepreneurailtip 33:56

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Welcome everyone to the 49th episode of Professor P's Podcast. I am bringing you my first guest speaker of the year. Sheryl Smith with Smith Real Estate Service joins me and shares a wealth of information you want to hear. Our core topic on this show is the POWER of HUMAN connection! Sherly Smith is a dynamic real estate professional passionate abo…