Best Vanessa D Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 104 | PARENT YOURSELF FIRST! with Conscious Mommy's Bryana Kappadakunnel 1:11:07

10h ago1:11:07

1:11:07

Joining hosts Sam and Charlene on this bonus episode of The Great Equalizer (originally broadcast on TGE's Current Read) is licensed marriage and family therapist – and founder of the popular Conscious Mommy community – Bryana Kappadakunnel.Bryana’s book, Parent Yourself First, gives readers a look into how your upbringing is probably impacting you…

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The Activator Advantage with Matt Dixon 34:54

14d ago34:54

34:54

In this episode of Brainfluence, host Roger Dooley welcomes back Matt Dixon, founding partner of DCM Insights and co-author of the bestselling "The Challenger Sale." Dixon shares insights from his latest book, The Activator Advantage: What Today's Rainmakers Do Differently, which is rooted in groundbreaking research on how top professionals win and…

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Audacious with Mark Schaefer: How Humans Win in an AI World 32:57

1M ago32:57

32:57

Brainfluence host Roger Dooley sits down with marketing thought leader and bestselling author Mark Schaefer, who returns to the show with insights from his latest book, Audacious. Mark shares his unique approach to writing—how each of his books is inspired by real problems facing marketers—and discusses the existential challenges and opportunities …

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BONUS | ALL THE OTHER MOTHERS HATE ME! with author Sarah Harman 48:49

2M ago48:49

48:49

On this BONUS episode of The Great Equalizer, Sam and Charlene interview Sarah Harman, author of the most anticipated reads of 2025, so named by Readers Digest, Publishers Weekly, The Sunday Times Style, Time Magazine and Marie Claire. A satirical domestic thriller, All the Other Mothers Hate Me follows single mother and washed-up former girl-band …

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Season 1: This We Believe Episode 9: Mr. Athawale and Mrs. Athawale -parent podcast 21:29

2M ago21:29

21:29

By St. Mark’s School

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Episode 103 | MENSTRUATION! Unpacking periods and menstrual health as moms 1:01:01

3M ago1:01:01

1:01:01

On this episode of The Great Equalizer we're spilling all the tea on Aunt Flo with a full episode on first periods, menstrual health, and talking to our kids about Shark Week (starting with anatomically correct terminology, of course 😉) We're finally pulling the plaster on a topic that we've always wanted to cover, and one that we feel especially p…

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Coaching and Mentoring in L&D Gathering - Notebook LM summary 21:22

3M ago21:22

21:22

I'm doing a little experiment here. I uploaded the transcripts for all of the sessions at The Coaching and Mentoring in L&D Gathering virtual event into Google's Notebook LM and requested an audio overview of the event. This is the result. What do you think?By The Training, Learning, and Development Community

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Season 1: This We Believe Episode 8: Grace Miller and Jayven Brandt 28:00

3M ago28:00

28:00

By St. Mark’s School

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Ep. 6 - The Future of Work: Skills, Tech & Culture Shifts You Can’t Ignore 22:52

3M ago22:52

22:52

Anchored in Learning Podcast: The Future of Work Starts Now! Welcome back to Anchored in Learning! In this episode, Vanessa Alzate dives deep into the latest insights from the World Economic Forum’s Future of Work report and what it means for CEOs looking to build organizations that attract and retain top young talent. 🔹 40% of today’s skills will …

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iMotions, Affectiva and Neuromarketing with Peter Hartzbech 29:56

3M ago29:56

29:56

This episode features Peter Hartzbech of iMotions, who discusses the company's biosensor software platform for studying human behavior. Key points: iMotions provides a software platform that uses biosensors like eye tracking, galvanic skin response, EEG, voice analysis, and facial expression analysis to study human behavior in both academic and com…

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Ep. 5 - Storytelling That Sells: Winning Hearts and Minds in L&D 20:14

4M ago20:14

20:14

In this episode of Anchored in Learning, Vanessa reveals the secret to creating impactful training, gaining C-suite buy-in, and making learning unforgettable: storytelling. From engaging learners in mandatory training to persuading decision-makers, stories have the power to change hearts and minds. Vanessa shares real-life examples, practical tips,…

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Season 1: This We Believe Episode 7: Mackin Pulsifer and Vanessa Ryan 14:48

4M ago14:48

14:48

By St. Mark’s School

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Ep. 4 - The Missing Link in Employee Engagement 20:58

4M ago20:58

20:58

In this episode of *Anchored in Learning*, Vanessa dives into a critical challenge faced by organizations today: employee engagement. What keeps people connected to their workplace in a world where job-hopping is more common than ever? The answer might surprise you: it’s all about **identity**. Vanessa explores how organizations can foster a sense …

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Ep. 3 - AI for L&D: Friend, Foe, or Both? 22:06

5M ago22:06

22:06

In this episode of Anchored in Learning, Vanessa dives deep into one of the hottest topics in learning and development today: AI. Is it a tool to elevate our profession or a disruptor ready to replace us? Vanessa shares her personal experiences experimenting with AI tools to create everything from pitch decks to training frameworks and explores how…

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Cruise Industry Insider: Making Waves with Lisa Lutoff-Perlo 27:45

5M ago27:45

27:45

In the latest episode of the Brainfluence podcast, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Lisa Lutoff-Perlo, then Vice Chairman of External Affairs at Royal Caribbean Group and former CEO of Celebrity Cruises. Since then, Lutoff-Perlo became Chairwoman of the Board of the Hornblower Group and serves on the Board of Directors for AutoNation, AHC Gr…

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Ep. 2 - Are Conferences Dead? Rethinking the Way We Gather 28:57

6M ago28:57

28:57

In this episode of Anchored in Learning, we dive into a thought-provoking discussion about the relevance of conferences in today’s learning and development landscape. Drawing on recent experiences, we explore what works, what doesn’t, and how conferences could evolve to better serve attendees. Are traditional formats still effective, or is it time …

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Season 1: This We Believe Episode 6: Dr. Blake and Dr. Kopp 22:33

6M ago22:33

22:33

By St. Mark’s School

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Season 1: This We Believe Episode 5: Jared and Charlie 18:07

6M ago18:07

18:07

By St. Mark’s School

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Season 1: This We Believe Episode 4: Ife and Diego 15:22

6M ago15:22

15:22

By St. Mark’s School

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Ep. 1 - WTF was that 2024?! & 2025... the Future of L&D 24:50

6M ago24:50

24:50

2023/2024 was a ROUGH year for people in the learning and development (L&D) industry. There is a new era we are dawning upon in our industry, and its time to discuss truly what 2024 was like, and what 2025 and beyond holds in order to move away from being an "order taker" to a strategic partner. In this episode., Vanessa dives into how L&D professi…

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Episode 102: TRADWIVES! and professional girlfriends (the #nojudgies deep dive) 1:15:47

6M ago1:15:47

1:15:47

From Nara Smith to Ballerina Farm, social media goers worldwide have been captivated by #TradWives. This is a growing trend of women choosing homemaking and traditional gender roles rather than having a career or earning an income independent of their partners. But what does that economic dependence on men cost women? On this episode of The Great E…

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Marshall Goldsmith’s AI Legacy: Free MarshallBot for Better Leadership Globally 31:00

6M ago31:00

31:00

Join world-renowned executive coach Marshall Goldsmith as he explores his groundbreaking AI venture - MarshallBot. After decades of coaching Fortune 500 CEOs and writing 40 bestselling books, Goldsmith is now democratizing his leadership wisdom through an AI that thinks and responds just like him. In this fascinating conversation, he shares insight…

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Welcome to Anchored in Learning! 0:51

6M ago0:51

0:51

A sneak peak at what's ahead...

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Season 1: This We Believe Episode 3: Divi and Meredith 16:57

7M ago16:57

16:57

By St. Mark’s School

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AI Podcasts, Google NotebookLM and Pricing Psychology 28:30

7M ago28:30

28:30

Here's a departure from the usual Brainfluence format: Are you ready for AI podcasts? Roger does a solo introduction and explanation of NotebookLM, and then turns the show over to two AI hosts, AI Greg and AI Eva, who talk about pricing psychology. Their discussion is based on the pricing section in Roger's book, Brainfluence. Show notes, videos, r…

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Season 1: This We Believe Episode 2: Sahra and Angelica 14:02

7M ago14:02

14:02

St. Mark's Head of School Dr. Ivory D. Hills speaks with students Sahra and Angelica.By calebcochran

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Season 1: This We Believe Episode 1: Drew and Karry 14:26

7M ago14:26

14:26

St. Mark's Head of School Dr. Ivory D. Hills speaks with students Drew and Karry.By calebcochran

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Season 1: This We Believe Introduction 4:29

7M ago4:29

4:29

St. Mark's Head of School Dr. Ivory D. Hills introduces Season One of the St. Mark's Podcast: "This We Believe."By calebcochran

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BONUS | WE WERE PERFECT PARENTS! Until We Had Children with Vanessa Raphaely & Karin Schimke 1:11:32

7M ago1:11:32

1:11:32

On this episode of TGE’s Current Read (and a special bonus episode of The Great Equalizer), two of the fiercest women in the publishing and parenting space – Vanessa Raphaely and Karin Schimke – join your hosts, Sam and Charlene, to talk about their book: We Were Perfect Parents Until We Had Children. Through combined effort, Vanessa and Karin gath…

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ASP #51 Amazon SP-API and Ads API Experts’ Discussion 43:57

8M ago43:57

43:57

In this episode, we’re hanging out with Jakub Riegel from Deltologic and Dustin from BTR Media to chat all things Amazon SP-API and Ads API. They’ll break down what these tools do and how they can make life easier (and more profitable!) for Amazon sellers and agencies. Jakub and Dustin dive into the differences between the SP-API and Ads API- expla…

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The Future of Airline Customer Experience: Call Centers, AI and New Regulations with Mario Matulich 30:52

8M ago30:52

30:52

Discover how the airline industry is transforming and how airlines are beginning to reverse a long decline in customer experience. In this wide ranging interview, customer experience expert Mario Matulich reveals the impact of new government regulations, AI advancements, and evolving call center strategies on your future travel experiences. Learn a…

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Episode 101: HIV AWARENESS with author and philanthropist Nozibele Mayaba 1:13:20

9M ago1:13:20

1:13:20

On this episode of The Great Equalizer: Sam has merit, Charlene’s perpetually hormonal, and we chat to author, content creator and philanthropist Nozibele Mayaba. Nozibele Mayaba has a long list of accolades: HIV activist, internationally recognised podcaster and TV host. She's partnered with Jacaranda FM and East Coast Radio to launch a youth podc…

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The Illusion of Choice with Richard Shotton 33:51

9M ago33:51

33:51

In this episode of Brainfluence, host Roger Dooley welcomes back Richard Shotton, a marketing expert with 23 years of experience working with major brands like Google and Mondelez. Shotton specializes in applying behavioral science to marketing and is the author of two books, including his latest, "The Illusion of Choice: 16.5 Psychological Biases …

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Better Customer Interactions: New HBR Study 30:13

10M ago30:13

30:13

In this Brainfluence episode, we discuss some surprising customer experience findings from a Harvard Business Review study. Our guest, Mauro Carobene, VP and Global Head of Customer Interaction Suite at Tata Communications, sponsor of the study, joins me to share insights on how enterprises are managing and improving customer interactions today. Ma…

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Episode 100: M O T H E R H O O D! The least/most important job in the world 2:04:32

11M ago2:04:32

2:04:32

It's a significant milestone for The Great Equalizer team, as we proudly hit 100 episodes. That's more than 100 hours of talking about the wild ride that is parenting in the 2020s. Sam and Charlene reminisce about where the show started and how it's grown over the years. We also chat about the new levels we've unlocked in motherhood, and how our vi…

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Tightwads and Spendthrifts with Scott Rick 25:25

12M ago25:25

25:25

In this episode of Brainfluence, Roger Dooley sits down with Scott Rick, author of "Tightwads and Spendthrifts," to delve into the psychological forces that shape our spending behaviors. Are you a tightwad who feels pain with every purchase or a spendthrift who can't resist a good deal? Scott Rick explains how these financial tendencies are formed,…

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Crown Holders Launch Party - Reap by Tiffani Quarles Sanders 42:00

12M ago42:00

42:00

Reap: The Bible Belt Series by Tiffani Quarles Sanders ALABAMA 1931: Annie Lawson thanked the Lord every day for the life she and her husband, Sam, had made for themselves as sharecroppers on the Moore plantation. They were even more blessed to raise their granddaughter Liz, a bright, observant, book-loving girl who longed to continue her education…

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Ella D. Curry hosts Vanessa Miller for Crown Holders Conversations 32:00

12M ago32:00

32:00

Vanessa Miller is a best-selling, award-winning author and playwright. Vanessa’s novels have received rave reviews, with several appearing on Essence Magazine Bestseller’s List. Miller’s work has received numerous awards, including the 2022 Best Christian Fiction award for her novel Something Good at the African American Literary Awards Show. She h…

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Negotiation Essentials with Keld Jensen 31:20

1y ago31:20

31:20

In this episode of Brainfluence we dive into the psychological triggers that influence decisions with negotiation guru Keld Jensen. Keld brings a wealth of expertise with 25 books to his credit and a career advising top organizations worldwide. In this episode, we explore not only business negotiations but also everyday scenarios where negotiation …

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Crown Holders Conversation with Authors Sheryl Lister and Savannah Jackson 1:16:00

1y ago1:16:00

1:16:00

No Reservations by Sheryl Lister. Learn more: https://a.co/d/inN3OQk True friendship never ends. Best friends forever. That’s the vow Joy, Diane, Rochelle and Yvette made when they were children, and even in their mid-thirties, the friends have always been there for each other—through the highs and lows of life and love. Until forever comes up agai…

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Crown Holders Conversation with Siera London and Selena Haskins 1:14:00

1y ago1:14:00

1:14:00

Fake It Till You Make It (The Calvary Brothers Book 1) https://a.co/d/3h6jpmb Debbie Mason meets Lizzie Shane in this small-town romance where a burned-by-love veterinarian arranges a fake partnership with a down-on-her-luck city girl in order to save his family business. When Amarie Walker goes for something, she goes big—including starting over. …

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ASP #50 Running Amazon & Walmart Agency in USA feat. Corey D. Brown from buffaBRAND 52:12

1y ago52:12

52:12

In this episode, I am having an interview with Corey D. Brown, Founder of buffaBRAND.By Jakob Wolitzki

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THE LAUREN DICKASON TRAGEDY and IVF care, with Raylene de Villiers (PART II) 1:12:55

1y ago1:12:55

1:12:55

On this episode of The Great Equalizer, we continue to unpack maternal mental health in South Africa, against the backdrop of the trial and sentencing of Lauren Dickason and, more specifically, the IVF journey. Lauren Dickason is a mom of three and fellow South African who was convicted in the New Zealand courts for the murder of her three daughter…

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ASP #49 Running Amazon Ads Agency in Germany feat. Max Burk from Moin Marketing GmbH 47:20

1y ago47:20

47:20

In this episode, I am having an interview with Max Burk, Co-Founder of Moin Marketing GmbH.By Jakob Wolitzki

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ASP #48 Best practices for Amazon catalog feat. Vanessa Hung from Online Seller Solutions 47:46

1y ago47:46

47:46

In this episode, I am having an interview with Vanessa Hung, CEO at Online Seller Solution & Community Ambassador Carbon6io.By Jakob Wolitzki

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Mindstuck with Michael McQueen 32:12

1y ago32:12

32:12

In this engaging episode of Brainfluence, we dive deep into the psychology of persuasion with Michael McQueen, an acclaimed speaker and author from Sydney, Australia. Michael shares invaluable insights from his latest book, "Mindstuck," exploring how we can master the art of changing minds in an ever-evolving world. He delves into why our instincti…

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ASP #47 Amazon Listing Optimisation for sellers feat. Fatos Fatin from Maxamaze 27:20

1y ago27:20

27:20

In this episode, I am having an interview with Fatos Fatin, Managing Director at Maxamaze.By Jakob Wolitzki

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ASP #46 Automated Accounting for Amazon Sellers feat. Ryan Hurley from SellAnalytix 32:50

1y ago32:50

32:50

In this episode, I am having an interview with Ryan Hurley, CEO at SellAnalytix - Automated Accounting & Financial Analysis for Amazon Sellers.By Jakob Wolitzki

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ASP #45 Data Insights And Automation for Amazon Agencies feat. Jon Tilley from ZonGuru 42:00

1y ago42:00

42:00

In this episode, I am having an interview with Jon Tilley, Co-Founder at ZonGuru - The most innovative software to grow brands and agencies on Amazon — built by sellers, for sellers.By Jakob Wolitzki

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Micah Solomon: The Art of Exceptional Customer Experience 33:02

1y ago33:02

33:02

In this episode of Brainfluence, we welcome guest Micah Solomon, a renowned customer service expert, to explore the nuances of "Iconic Customer Service." Micah delves into the delicate balance between providing personalized service without crossing into intrusiveness, introducing his "gold touch" method as a way to enrich customer interactions. Thr…

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