Best Robert Plotkin Podcasts (2025)

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Mindfulness and Technology; Robert Plotkin 36:41

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Robert Plotkin is an engineer, mindfulness practitioner, and the founder of Technology for Mindfulness. His professional journey in computer science and engineering spans more than three decades, beginning with his early experience programming an Atari 800 personal computer. He later earned a degree in Computer Science and Engineering from the Mass…

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Alison Shcraeger: The Economics of Risk and What a Las Vegas Brothel Taught Me About Uncertainty 45:46

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Alison Shcraeger, economist and author of An Economist Walks Into a Brothel, explains how risk really works and why most people misunderstand it. From studying sex workers in Nevada to analyzing probability theory, Alison reveals that humans are not naturally wired to process probabilities—but we can learn. She introduces the concept of natural fre…

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John Epstein: Testing Acast Sync and Update Functionality 51:45

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This is a test episode to verify that our Acast sync system works correctly. We will upload this episode with a far-future publish date, then update the midroll timestamp to confirm that the PATCH endpoint successfully syncs changes from our local index to Acast without re-uploading the audio file. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in…

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Akshay Nanavati: Finding Bliss Through Suffering, Silence, and the Edge of Human Endurance 49:36

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Akshay Nanavati is not your typical adventurer — he’s a former Marine, a survivor of war-induced PTSD, and a seeker of what he calls the “crucible of suffering.” In this deeply introspective and intensely raw conversation, Akshay explores how pain, guilt, and darkness became vehicles for transcendence in his life. From confronting suicidal despair …

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Slow Down To Reach Wellness; Lea Bayles 29:37

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Lea Bayles discovered her true calling in holistic wellness and personal transformation after overcoming a serious collapse of her immune system. Her professional path has since spanned diverse roles from mind-body therapist and yoga therapy program director to employee wellness coordinator and group facilitator for medical patients. She is driven …

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David Brooks: Seeing People Deeply in a World of Shallow Interactions 56:45

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New York Times columnist and bestselling author **David Brooks** joins Srini Rao to unpack what it really means to know and see another person — and how our ability to connect deeply has deteriorated in a world dominated by distraction, paradigmatic thinking, and judgment. Drawing from his latest book *How to Know a Person*, Brooks explores emotion…

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Damon Centola: Why Change Spreads from the Edges—Not the Influencers 56:51

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Damon Centola, sociologist and author of *Change: How to Make Big Things Happen*, dismantles the myth of the influencer and introduces a radically different model of how ideas and behaviors actually spread. In this thought-provoking conversation, Centola explains why change doesn’t come from social media stars with massive followings—but from dense…

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Jennifer Wallace: Raising Resilient Kids in a Culture That Says They're Never Enough 51:53

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Jennifer Wallace is a journalist, researcher, and mother of three who set out to answer one of the most pressing questions in modern parenting: *Why do our kids feel like they're never enough — and what can we do about it?* Drawing on insights from her book *Never Enough* and years of reporting, Wallace explains how achievement culture, status anxi…

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Laura Huang: Creating an Edge in a World That Won’t Hand You One 1:05:42

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In this powerful and perspective-shifting episode, Harvard Business School professor and author **Laura Huang** shares a deeply human and practical roadmap for transforming disadvantage into advantage. Drawing from her book *Edge*, she breaks down the four-part EDGE framework—Enrich, Delight, Guide, and Effort—showing how each of us can flip bias, …

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Emily Fletcher: The Science and Simplicity of Unlocking Human Potential Through Meditation 46:52

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Emily Fletcher, founder of Ziva Meditation and a former Broadway performer, shares how her journey from the stage to spiritual leadership reshaped her understanding of success, fulfillment, and mental resilience. In this candid and practical conversation, Emily explains the science behind stress, its impact on performance, and how meditation can tr…

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Boost Your Self-Care; Todd Nelson 35:23

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Todd Nelson has been a Naturopathic Doctor for over 35 years, helping people take charge of their health through practical, high-level self-care. He’s co-written three health books and contributed to eight more. Known for his down-to-earth approach, Todd’s a familiar face and voice in the wellness world — he’s spoken at countless events for both th…

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Peace and Happiness; Jacqueline Pirtle 35:36

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Jacqueline Pirtle is a recognized authority on the study and practice of happiness. As the author of 365 Days of Happiness, she has guided hundreds of individuals in cultivating what she terms a “high-for-life” frequency—an elevated state of being that enables sustained happiness independent of circumstance. Her extensive work explores the empirica…

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Courtney Harding: Building the Future of Human Connection Through XR, Education, and Digital Agency 50:29

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Courtney Harding, founder of Friends with Holograms and a leading voice in spatial computing, joins Srini to discuss the real-world applications and philosophical implications of immersive technologies like VR and AR. Drawing from her background in music journalism, activism, and public policy, she unpacks how virtual experiences are reshaping educ…

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Daniel Lieberman: Dopamine, Desire, and Why Enough is Never Enough 51:43

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In this mind-expanding conversation, psychiatrist and author Daniel Lieberman unpacks the role of dopamine — the brain's molecule of motivation — and how it shapes nearly every aspect of our lives, from love and ambition to addiction and impulsive behavior. Drawing from his bestselling book *The Molecule of More*, Lieberman explains why we’re wired…

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Transform From Within; Jim Fortin 39:59

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Jim Fortin is recognized as a leading authority in the field of subconscious transformation. With more than twenty years of experience in brain-based transformation and high performance, he has built a reputation for helping professionals and entrepreneurs dramatically elevate both their sales and personal success. Blending neuroscience, transforma…

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Annie Duke: Why Knowing When to Quit Is a Superpower 1:10:48

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In this powerful third appearance, bestselling author and decision strategist Annie Duke dismantles the myth that grit is always good — and makes the case for why strategic quitting is essential for success. Drawing from cognitive science, personal experience, and examples like Muhammad Ali, Dave Chappelle, and Stuart Butterfield (Slack), Duke illu…

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The Science of Mastery: Anders Ericsson on Deliberate Practice 45:52

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Psychologist Anders Ericsson, the originator of the concept of deliberate practice, shares the foundational principles behind how experts are made—not born. Drawing on decades of empirical research, he explains how world-class performance emerges through structured effort, targeted feedback, and the development of mental models over time.Ericsson c…

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Commanding Your Emotions; JB Glossinger 31:36

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JB Glossinger is the founder and host of The Morning Coach, a top-rated podcast with millions of downloads. A speaker, coach, and author with advanced degrees in business and metaphysics, JB blends academic insight with hard-earned life experience to deliver practical strategies for personal and professional growth. He is also the author of The Sac…

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The Operating System of Transformation: Salim Ismail on Exponential Thinking, Leadership, and Inner Engineering 57:33

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In this episode, Salim Ismail — founding executive director of Singularity University and author of *Exponential Organizations* — maps out what it takes to adapt, lead, and build in a world defined by accelerating change.He unpacks the frameworks behind exponential growth, the future of learning, and the architecture of modern organizations. But th…

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Sleep Upgrade With Nemu; Ted Mui 33:07

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Ted Mui is an entrepreneur specializing in user-centered design and AI-driven experiences. As CEO of 925 Labs, he leads the launch of Nemu, an intelligent sleep companion app debuting at Web Summit Vancouver. Built for Gen Z and Millennials, Nemu blends sleep tracking, coaching, and cozy storytelling to transform rest into rewarding adventures. Unl…

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Dennis Xu: Designing Tools That Think Like We Do 47:01

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Dennis Xu, co-founder of Mem, unpacks the future of personal knowledge and how it’s being reshaped by networked thinking, cognitive design, and human-centered AI. Drawing on his Stanford background, founder journey, and product philosophy, Dennis challenges the folder-based paradigms of information management — replacing them with malleable, graph-…

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The Science of Focus: Gloria Mark on Attention Rhythms, Flow Myths, and Digital Control 52:12

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Cognitive scientist Gloria Mark explains why modern knowledge work sabotages attention — and how to fight back. Drawing from her decades of research, she breaks down internal vs. external distraction, meta-awareness, cognitive rhythms, and the misunderstood nature of flow states. This episode delivers practical insights for reclaiming agency over y…

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Sonkhe Ahrens: Building a Thinking System That Generates Insight, Not Noise 46:13

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Sonkhe Ahrens shares how traditional approaches to knowledge — highlighting, tagging, collecting — fail to support actual thinking. Drawing from Niklas Luhmann’s Zettelkasten method, Ahrens explains why insight isn’t something you plan for, but something you engineer into existence by connecting information deliberately over time. The conversation …

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Grounded Through Balance; Vishal Desh 14:26

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Vishal Desh is the Co-Founder and CEO of Fennec AI, a platform designed to bridge the gap between personalized guest experiences and operational efficiency. With a strong passion for AI-driven solutions, Vishal is dedicated to helping hospitality and nightlife businesses deliver exceptional experiences while driving sustainable growth. His vision i…

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Simply Social Media; Nadine Pember 12:22

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Nadine Pember is the founder and Strategy Director at Simply Social Media. Storytelling is her passion. Simply Social Media is a small marketing agency in Vancouver, British Columbia working to help companies create compelling brands, then put that brand to work through a comprehensive content marketing strategy. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Sti…

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Kevin Surace — Building Smarter, Leading Better, and Adapting to AI 1:10:56

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Kevin Surace breaks down how AI is reshaping the future of work — not by eliminating jobs, but by replacing repetitive tasks and redefining what humans are actually needed for. He explains why productivity, not headcount, will determine company growth in a labor-constrained world. Drawing from decades of applied AI experience, Surace outlines the e…

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Grounded In Now; Bruce Langford 1:13:32

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Grounded In Now is the name of today's episode, a solo episode with Bruce. He explores five simple mindfulness practices that can help ease anxiety and bring more calm into daily life. Through body awareness, focused breathing, self-kindness, gratitude, and emotional balance, you’ll learn practical ways to quiet the mind and steady your emotions. A…

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Live Longer With Passion; Jerry Kroll 36:38

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Jerry Kroll is the CEO of Jevitty Life Science, Founder and Director of ElectraMeccanica Vehicles Corp and owner of Bodycomp Imaging. He has spent decades transforming bold ideas into reality, from working in his parents’ greenhouses to managing world-class race car drivers. As founder of ElectraMeccanica, he pioneered the iconic one-seater electri…

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Mindfulness Meets Storytelling; Bonnie Garvin 32:24

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Bonnie Garvin is an award-winning writer, producer, painter, and USC screenwriting professor. She is the creator of Storytelling Lab, a six-person, six-week international Zoom workshop designed to unleash creative spirit. Accidentally discovering her passion for playwriting in her thirties, her first play became a finalist in a major U.S. festival.…

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Inside Happiness Interactive: Mathew Hoi-Broad 35:17

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Mathew Hoi-Broad is the Creative Director at Happiness Interactive, a video game studio based in Vancouver, Canada. With a background in game design from Vancouver Film School, Mathew blends storytelling, systems thinking, and play theory to craft living digital worlds. His work explores games as tools for self-discovery and emotional growth. He be…

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Mindful Collaboration with CollSong; Charulatha Vijayakumar 17:10

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Charulatha Vijayakumar is the creator of CollSong, a mindful music collaboration app that unites poets, singers, and musicians to create and share from the heart. With a background in software engineering, automation, UI/UX design, and digital media, she blends creativity with technology to build meaningful user experiences. A lifelong learner and …

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Esports, Education, and Mindfulness; George Cork 14:43

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George Cork is an esports education specialist based in the U.K. With over a decade of experience in coaching, teaching, and operations, George designs innovative, standards-aligned curricula that use video games to re-engage students in education. He has delivered esports qualifications at both university and collegiate levels and is passionate ab…

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Thriving With The Maple Kind; Carol Mote 23:59

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Carol Mote founded The Maple Kind, where she helps businesses take care of their people and shape strong workplace cultures. She advises on everything from improving employee wellbeing and leadership support to handling major changes like mergers and business restructures. Drawing on nearly a decade with Global People and Culture, Carol specialises…

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Aligned Through Awareness; Sev Geraskin 14:39

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Sev Geraskin is a visionary leader in AI alignment and emotional design, serving as Founding VP at PolarGrid, President of Economy of Wisdom, and Executive Director at Lantern Lab. He champions peer-led AI education and collective wisdom through ventures like Past5. Grounded in mindfulness, Sev integrates meditation, emotional presence, and reflect…

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Robots for Autism; William Huang 23:39

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William Huang is the Co-Founder and CEO of Auria Robotics, a Vancouver-based startup. Founded by parents, educators, and technologists, Auria Robotics develops AI-powered audio robots for personalized autism intervention and support. These interactive companions use emotional recognition and adaptive learning to provide real-time support in homes, …

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Connect With Your Loved Ones; Karen Murdock 21:26

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Karen Murdock is the founder of Voiced Memories, dedicated to preserving family legacies through photographs and storytelling. Inspired by her Uncle Jimmy’s memory and a deep-rooted family history, Karen blends personal passion with professional expertise. Her background in the funeral industry underscored the importance of proactive memory preserv…

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Building Global Brands; Nadeen Borg 20:45

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Nadeen Borg is the founder of WY Consulting Group. She and her team work with brands across North America, Australia and Europe. I met her at Web Summit in Vancouver, known as the world’s premier tech conference. WY Consulting is a collective of marketing, communications, and leadership experts who help businesses grow through strategic support. Na…

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Your To-Die-For Life; Karen Salmansohn 37:40

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Karen Salmansohn is a Behavioral Change Expert and best-selling author who has a compelling writing style that will make you laugh, and at the same time motivate you to take action. She has a morning mindfulness practice where she greets the day not just with open eyes but an open heart and mind as well. Karen’s newest book, Your To-Die-For Life ex…

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Grace Through Grief; Susan Snow 41:56

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Susan Snow is a Trauma Resilience Coach, Speaker, and Author. At 17, her father, LAPD Detective Thomas C. Williams, was killed in the line of duty, thrusting her family into a painful public spotlight. After years of navigating the impact of that trauma, Susan now helps others build resilience. Her book, The Other Side of the Gun, shares her journe…

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The Reframe Doctor; Dr. Frank L. Douglas 38:29

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Dr. Frank L. Douglas is an award-winning industry veteran with more than three decades of experience in healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and entrepreneurship. He has held senior roles in both large and small biopharmaceutical companies, including Executive Vice President and Board Member at Aventis (now Sanofi), where he oversaw global R&D and regulato…

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Staying Centered Through Surgery; Joel Oliver 30:35

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Joel Oliver is the owner and founder of a podcast production company called East Coast Studio, which helps health-focused entrepreneurs enjoy the benefits of podcasting. In 2018, Joel faced the life-altering experience of major heart surgery, a time when he had to release control and place his full trust in the team he had built. From its humble be…

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Listener Favorites: Paul Millerd | The Pathless vs Default Path 1:05:17

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Join us for a compelling conversation with Paul Millerd, author of The Pathless Path. In this episode, Paul shares his insights on finding yourself in the wrong life and the real work of figuring out how to live. Discover his journey through experiments, travels, and lessons learned, as he pieces together a set of principles to guide him from unful…

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Success Versus Satisfaction; Dr. Denise Brown 25:22

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Dr. Denise Brown is a transformative leader who helps women in business learn how to prioritize and avoid maternal overwhelm. With over three decades of experience in healthcare as a physician, CEO and Chief Strategy Officer, Denise S. Brown, MD is a thought leader in self-care activities for women. A graduate of The University of Chicago's Pritzke…

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Thriving and Prosperous; Rand Selig 38:02

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Rand Selig is an entrepreneur, coach, scoutmaster, conservationist, and board member with a passion for helping others thrive. He holds an MBA from Stanford and degrees in mathematics and psychology, bringing clarity to complex global projects. Based in Mill Valley, California, he enjoys life’s adventures with his wife of 44 years. In Thriving! How…

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The Happy Brain; Loretta Breuning 28:23

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Loretta Breuning helps people around the world live with a happy brain. She is Professor Emerita of Management at California State University and the author of Habits of a Happy Brain and Why You’re Unhappy: Biology vs Politics. Unsatisfied with conventional theories of motivation, she turned to animal brain chemistry, where she found powerful insi…

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Listener Favorites: Arianna Warsaw | Navigating The Dynamics of Identity Change 1:00:52

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Join us as we sit down with music industry insider, Arianna Warsaw-Fan Rauch. Discover her unique perspective on navigating identity change and get an insider's tour of the industry. From musician life to proper clapping etiquette, Arianna shares her knowledge and experiences. Don't miss this chance to gain a deeper understanding of the classical m…

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Listener Favorites: Manisha Thakor | Money Zen: The Secret to Finding Your Enough 58:16

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In the latest episode of The Unmistakable Creative Podcast titled 'Money Zen: The Secret to Finding Your Enough', we are joined by Manisha Thakor, a seasoned financial expert and the Founder of MoneyZen LLC. With over 25 years of experience in the financial industry, Manisha offers a fresh perspective on our relationship with money and success. Dra…

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Listener Favorites: Aaron Dignan | How to Speed up The Organizational Decision Making Process 57:11

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Aaron Dignan is using software to help scale new ways of working and expedite the decision making process of organizations. Discover the possibilities for transformation in the workplace and realize how we can use software like Murmur to revolutionize our slow and outdated systems. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Podcasts Empower People; David Campbell 34:01

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David Campbell helps podcasters tell their stories so listeners will be empowered. He currently hosts nine different podcasts. Hailing from Ontario, Canada, he has been chased by a moose, been in 3 tornadoes, and loves to help animals. Dave has been an active musician for 45 years and loves his rescued animals. Dave operates True Media Solutions, s…

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Win With Anger Control; Dr. Mort Orman 42:11

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Dr. Mort Orman can help you win with anger control. He is a 40-year anger elimination, stress elimination, and emotions mastery expert as well as a Board-Certified internal medicine physician. Dr. Orman has written 23 books on how to eliminate anger, stress, and other unwanted emotions without using drugs, relaxation exercises or other traditional …