Best Adam Draper Podcasts (2025)

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#07 - Educating with AI: Lucas Ames (GOA) on Curiosity, Cheating, and What Schools Must Do Next 1:08:25

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How does AI transform learning without killing curiosity? In this episode, I sit down with Lucas Ames of Global Online Academy (GOA) to unpack what actually works—and what doesn’t—when bringing AI into K-12 classrooms. *Core themes* Curiosity first: Tech should increase student curiosity. If tools switch off active thinking, you’ve gone too far. Fr…

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Tara Hyland from Main Post Partners, Beauty Investing, When to Sell Equity, Minority/Majority Deals 1:00:36

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In this episode, Tara Hyland, a Partner at Main Post Partners, breaks down how growth equity approaches the beauty and personal care sector. She shares how Main Post evaluates brands around the $25M–$35M revenue range, writes $30M to $100M+ equity checks, and looks for repeat purchase behaviors of 2–3 times per year. Tara walks through the Main Pos…

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#06 - Programming and Philosophy, Technofeudalism w/ Adam Hanson and Jim Duffy Computer Science Pros 1:19:33

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When setting out to produce Smol Der, my goal was to create at least 12 episodes in my first gambit and this is the halfway mark and so today I have a special treat for everyone listening because I’ve asked Jim Duffy from Episode 1 to come back as my co-host. Jim as you may know is a delightful and intelligent developer with Hubspot and a personal …

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Jordan Nathan, Founder of Caraway: How to Make a High Margin Product, Get Better Terms from Manufacturing Partners, and Building a Company that Can be Sold 41:28

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In this episode, Drew sits down with Jordan Nathan, Founder & CEO of Caraway, to unpack the financial blueprint behind building a $100M+ profit-first brand. They break down the real numbers driving Caraway’s growth - from achieving first-purchase profitability and maintaining strong margins to leveraging factory payment terms for 3× inventory turns…

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#05 - AI in High Precision Manufacturing with John Draper of Hexagon 59:59

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Today’s guest, John Draper a CAM Automation Software Developer With Hexagon. He is a talented, Machinist with deep experience in Computational Geometry and Precision Manufacturing and a close personal friend of mine. Automation has been a cornerstone of manufacturing since the industrial revolution and in today’s discussion John and I will explore …

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Wayne Wu, GP @ VMG on Health & Wellness evolution, Fundraising for CPG, and Channel Mix Strategy 46:13

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In this conversation, Drew Fallon and Wayne Wu discuss the evolution of the health and wellness movement, the dynamics of corporate divestitures, and the importance of aligning goals between founders and investors. Wayne shares insights from his 18 years at VMG, emphasizing the significance of consumer demand signals, gross margin discipline, and t…

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Motocross Phenom Robert Fender & The Fender Family 48:22

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In this episode of BigMx Radio, host Brad Gebhardt sits down with rising motocross sensation Robert Fender and his parents Caitlin and Russ Fender for an in-depth look at the journey behind one of the sport’s most promising young riders. From humble beginnings at local tracks to national-level competition, the Fender family shares their passion, [……

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BigMx Radio Podcast – Adam Alman on the SoCal Motocross Scene & Moto News You Need to Know 27:49

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In this episode of BigMx Radio, host Brad Gebhardt sits down with SoCal racer and motocross insider Adam Alman for a real conversation about what’s happening right now in the heart of the Southern California moto scene. From local tracks to pro-level chatter, Adam shares his unfiltered take on the riders, races, and storylines shaping […]…

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#04 - Modern Engineering with AI + Ways to Avoid Deskilling with Richard Diekema of IDEXX Labs 1:07:09

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By James Wagenheim

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He Left the Boardroom to End Pet Allergies Forever 54:56

21d ago54:56

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In this episode, Evan Zhao shares his journey from academia to entrepreneurship, detailing his experiences with Ravella, a company focused on innovative beauty products and its eventual acquisition. He discusses the importance of intellectual property in consumer products, the challenges of navigating public markets and the significance of brand eq…

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From Ketchup Startup to Unilever: Scott Norton’s $140M CPG Journey 46:21

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In this episode, Scott Norton, co-founder of Sir Kensington's, shares his entrepreneurial journey, discussing the evolution of the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry, the intricacies of mergers and acquisitions and the current trends affecting large CPG companies. He reflects on his experience with Unilever, the lessons learned from the acquisi…

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#03 - Robotics + AI That Works: Peter Haas’ Roadmap to Abundance 1:19:39

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Peter is a Roboticist and a robotics consultant with Vairc, and as you will hear, he has a ton of experience and expertise across a wide range of disciplines in the field. He shares insight into what is happening on the bleeding edge of robotics and physical and artificial intelligence. Peter traces a nonlinear path into robotics: early exposure bu…

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#02 Practical Conclusions for Macro #ai #aitrends with Charles Drew w/ Autodesk - Smol Der #podcast 1:02:02

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Practical Conclusions for Macro AI Trends on Smol Der, The Professional's Applied AI Podcast with Charles Drew of Autodesk - Episode 02By James Wagenheim

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Adam Draper Secretly Buys 5% of ALLBIRDS 57:51

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In this episode, Adam Draper discusses his journey as a venture capitalist and his recent investment in Allbirds. He shares insights into the deep tech sector, the challenges faced by consumer brands, and the importance of understanding market dynamics. Draper emphasizes the need for bold marketing strategies and a clear brand identity to succeed i…

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Liam Draper – Ep. 1074 33:09

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This kiwi has seen the world while racing his motorcycle. From the small nation of New Zealand, Liam Draper made a life changing decision at just 22. Leave home and chase glory and two wheel exhilaration at the same time. Part 1 with Liam Draper. The unexpected interview that turned into an all timer.…

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#196 Morten Astrup - Nordic Stocks 2025, Ellos, Hunter Group, Tromsø, Svalbard, Verbier, Investing Principles, Arne Næss jr. 49:31

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Morten Astrup is one of the most active investors in the Nordic capital markets. He also runs Storm Capital Management, and Storm Bond Fund. We cover plenty of topics in this conversation, and we would love your feedback on investment cases and other topics we discuss. Please share the episode, and comment under the episode if you enjoy it! It help…

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#01 #ai #unlock with Jim Duffy at Hubspot - Smol Der (Episode 01) 1:09:48

1M ago1:09:48

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Learn what it is like to use multiple Claude Code instances at once to unlock your capacity with generative, Agentic AI. Learn how planning mode can help keep you organized as you advance work with agentic tools without the risk.By James Wagenheim

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#195 Kristian Sørensen - Shipping, Investing, BW LPG, US Export, India, China, Andreas Sohmen-Pao, Career Advice 1:06:33

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00:00 - Geo-Politics And Investor Questions 06:12 - The LPG Market (US, Asia, Middle East) 15:45 - The Order Book In VLGCs 19:50 - Buying The Avance Fleet 25:15 - Andreas Sohmen-Pao and BW Group 29:05 - The Business Opportunity In India 35:25 - Pure Play Or Diversify? 42:00 - Europe VS US Investors 47:00 - Leadership And Culture 51:30 - Career Advi…

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Luxon Mx – Billy Wight Ep. 1073 43:44

2M ago43:44

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Billy Wight checks in for his 4th time on BigMx Radio and this time the audio is much better and the moto knowledge is incredible. The world of motocross doesn’t even scratch the surface of what Luxon Mx is capable of. Just listen to what Billy has to say about the stiffness necessary to build […]By Brad Gebhardt

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SMX Playoff Review Round 1 Ep. 1072 1:29:01

2M ago1:29:01

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Kyle Wolfe from Kyle Wolfe Media checks in to discuss all things SMX and even come GNCC and ISDE.By Brad Gebhardt

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Adam Alman – Blacklisted Racing Ep. 1071 1:11:57

3M ago1:11:57

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From Ohio to BroCal and onward. Adam Alman has started his own line of bike wash products and he rips!By Brad Gebhardt

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Tayce Morgan – Ep. 1070 24:09

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Fresh off not 1 but 2 titles at the ranch, we catch up with Yamaha’s top amateur prospect.By Brad Gebhardt

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#194 Alexander Saverys - CMB. TECH, John Fredriksen Deals, Golden Ocean, Africa, Green Fuels, Investing, Career Advice 57:28

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00:00 - Intro (Trump, Tariffs, Geo-Politics) 02:08 - Shipping Deals With John Fredriksen (Frontline / Golden Ocean) 11:02 - CMB.TECH Investment Case 18:20 - Investing In The Production Of Green Fuels 21:30 - Africa Is The Future For Maritime! 26:45 - Exmar And The Future Of LPG And LNG 28:29 - The Saverys History, And Family Lessons 32:20 - Delphis…

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Kevin Bailey – Race Winning Brands 35:40

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We all want quality parts and we want them to fit our budget so we can dedicated more money to actually riding our motorcycle. With Race Winning Brands, You can to have it all. Parts that either meet or exceed OME Quality and prices that allow you to plan more throttle therapy sessions.By Brad Gebhardt

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#193 Lars-Christian Svensen (Highlight) - How To Build A Successful Career In Maritime And Business? 11:51

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Lars-Christian Svensen is the CEO of Himalaya Shipping, 2020 Bulkers and Andes Tankers. All projects and stock-listed companies built up by Tor Olav Trøim and Magnus Halvorsen. In this episode, we discuss the current shipping markets, and why Dry Bulk is an interesting segment ahead. Let us know what you think of the episode in the comments! Christ…

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#193 Lars-Christian Svensen - Himalaya Shipping, 2020 Bulkers, Dry Bulk, Investing, Magnus Halvorsen, Tor Olav Trøim, VLCC 40:24

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00:00 - Investors in New York 03:14 - Being CEO of Himalaya Shipping and 2020 Bulkers 08:00 - Skin In The Game 09:00 - Dry Bulk Shipping In 2025 20:00 - Coal, China And Green Fuels 22:52 - Black And Grey Swans For Shipping Ahead 24:48 - Belships VS Capesize (Himalaya and 2020 Bulkers) 28:10 - Successful Systems In Shipping 29:05 - Career Advice Fro…

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Veteran Mx Podcast with Mark Coday and Peter Linguist 51:34

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It’s a great honour to welcome these two US Military Veterans who are building a community of Veterans who share a passion for motocross. Find out all the info you need at https://www.veteranmx.com and support this community that gives back.By Brad Gebhardt

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Motocross Mid Season Reaction – Zac Herrin 1:31:38

5M ago1:31:38

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Tackling damn near every major story line in the sport right now including some GNCC talk!By Brad Gebhardt

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Max Haot - Mission for Infinite Humanity 43:57

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Join Adam Draper, founder of Boost VC and host of the "Can’t Be Done" Podcast, as he chats with Max Haot, CEO of Vast. Max shares his wild ride from Livestream founder to launching a space startup acquired by Vast. They explore his vision for humanity in space, from private stations to cosmic bathrooms. Expect deep insights, big dreams, and a lot o…

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Haley Shanley 49:40

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From High School Classes that inspired her, to the passion for motorsports what helped her climb the ranks. Haley Shanley is a rising star in the broadcast world and perhaps the best addition to the race day broadcast since the races have started being broadcast live. This Minnesota native has put in the work and […]…

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#192 Joakim Hannisdahl - Shipping Stocks 2025, Investing Ideas, Oil Tankers, VLGC, Containers And Shipping Cycles 51:54

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Joakim Hannisdahl is a shipping investor and the founder and CEO of Gersemi Asset Management. Tune in for a great conversation about investing, shipping, and macro markets. 00:00 - Learnings So Far In 2025 00:40 - Intro Of Joakim Hannisdahl 04:45 - How To Become A Shipping Investor? 10:10 - How To Overcome Losses 18:20 - How To Short Shipping Stock…

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Riley Busse – Rock River Yamaha 1:06:35

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With his sights set on success in the hotly contested 250B and Schoolboy 2 classes at The Ranch, Riley Busse is putting the work and getting the gate drops. In this podcast, we’ll get to know Riley and take a look into his training schedule.By Brad Gebhardt

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2025 MX Preview 2:10:15

6M ago2:10:15

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Kyle Wolfe and Brad Gebhardt break down both the 250 and 450 classes in AMA Pro Motocross and the 2025 season. Will Jett Lawrence return to the top step of the podium? Will Haiden Deegan continue to be the most polarizing athlete in the sport? Will Sexton defend his title? Is Eli Tomac done or […]By Brad Gebhardt

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2025 SX Recap and Look ahead to 2025 Outdoors 50:41

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All the storylines from the best sport in the world.By Brad Gebhardt

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Race Winning Brands – Taylor Sanvido – Hoppo Fit 1:05:59

6M ago1:05:59

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Everything you’ve wanted to know about Race Winning Brands Canada but were too afraid to ask. Product expert Taylor Sanvido provides back story of this growing Canadian distributor and insight on want make the products they sell so impactful to your racing program. OEM quality without the price tag the goes along with it.…

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PHILLY SMX Breakdown – Zac Herrin 1:24:09

7M ago1:24:09

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By Brad Gebhardt

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Logan Leitzel + Bubba Pauli – ISRT 1:13:46

7M ago1:13:46

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The International Supercross Racing Team is comprised for Freddie Noren, Logan Leitzel and Bubba Pauli. Logan and Bubba both achieved career best performances this past weekend at round 12 of Super Motocross at Foxborough, Mass. On this podcast brought to you by Luxon Mx, we fine out how it all came to be.…

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Josh Ellingson 39:18

7M ago39:18

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Josh Ellingson is the mechanic for Eli Tomac at Star Racing Yamaha. Nuff Said…By Brad Gebhardt

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Chase Anderson Smoking in Alaska 40:24

7M ago40:24

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To say Chase Anderson has battled adversity would be the understatement of the century. It’s one thing to climb the amateur motocross ranks. It’s another to do so coming from Alaska… Throw in the tragic loss of your father and you have a story worthy of a Disney Classic. With a great head on his […]By Brad Gebhardt

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#191 Constantin Baack - MPC Container Ships 2025, US Tariffs, Methanol, Container Markets, And Red Sea 19:33

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Constantin Baack is the CEO of MPC Capital and MPC Container Ships, a leading player in a niche shipping segment in the container markets. We sat down in Haugesund to discuss the christening of the new vessel NCL Vestland, and how Constantin sees the shipping market ahead. Let us know what you think of the episode and share it with friends and netw…

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James Sinka - We Can Save Ourselves 44:00

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Join Adam Draper, founder of Boost VC and host of the "Can’t Be Done" Podcast, as he chats with James Sinka, Chief Scientific Officer at BIO Protocol. They dive into sci-fi novels, leadership, and the challenges Sinka faced on his journey. Beyond personal insights, they explore DeSci, the crucial role of scientists, and how researchers can secure f…

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#190 Eirik Haavaldsen (Highlight) - How To Invest In Shipping, And Succeed In Finance? 15:00

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Eirik Haavaldsen is Head of Research at Pareto, and one of leading experts on shipping stocks. In this episode, we analyse all shipping segments for 2025, and learn how Eirik finds value in different types of maritime companies. Let us know what you think of the episode, and please comment and share the interview with friends and network. It helps …

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Rekluse APEX MX Clutch Launch + Brett Duffe Interview 1:20:08

7M ago1:20:08

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Rekluse – APEX Clutch Introducing a new standard in performance clutch systems for dirt bikes. The APEX clutch by Rekluse combines innovative design, collaborative development and USA-made construction for a proven system that raises the bar for clutch performance and durability. Born from the needs of professional race teams like Star Racing Yamah…

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Andrew Bakst - "Cure hair loss, obviously" 41:37

8M ago41:37

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Adam Draper, Founder of Boost VC and host of the "Can’t Be Done" Podcast, sits down with Andrew Bakst, Co-Founder of HairDAO, to explore how decentralized research is transforming hair loss treatments. They discuss HairDAO’s mission as an open-source R&D network, the role of crypto in reshaping technology, and why DAOs are redefining scientific fun…

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Patrick Joyce - "Nullius in verba" 42:37

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Join Adam Draper, Founder of Boost VC and host of the "Can’t Be Done" Podcast, as he chats with Patrick Joyce, Co-Founder of ResearchHub. They dive into the challenges of modern science, the DeSci movement, and how ResearchHub is transforming funding for researchers. Joyce shares insights on “shorting academia” and reimagining the scientific proces…

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#190 Eirik Haavaldsen - Shipping Stocks 2025, Containers, Ro-Ro, LNG, LPG, Dry Bulk, Tankers, Valuations 1:08:58

8M ago1:08:58

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00:00 - Learnings So Far In 2025 07:28 - Container Markets 12:25 - Car Carrier And Ro-Ro Markets 19:23 - Gas Markets (LNG and LPG) 22:27 - Golar LNG 26:20 - LPG Ahead 28:25 - John Fredriksen Golden Ocean Exit 33:10 - Dry Bulk Markets Ahead 40:05 - Tankers Markets And Crude Oil 46:30 - How To Value A Shipping Company 51:44 - Best Question To Ask Shi…

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Racer’s Mindset with Andrew Hopson 59:07

8M ago59:07

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Identifying the things what hold us back is one thing, it’s another to overcome those things.By Brad Gebhardt

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Motocross State of Mind 52:26

9M ago52:26

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Checkerz checks in to talk all things moto.By Brad Gebhardt

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#189 Svein Moxnes Harfjeld (Highlight) - The Story Of DHT And Partnership With Trygve Munthe 14:26

8M ago14:26

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Svein Harfjeld is the CEO of DHT, a tanker company listed in New York Stock Exchange. Svein Harfjeld has more than 30 years of experience in the shipping industry. Prior to joining DHT, he was with the BW Group, where he held senior management positions including CEO of BW Offshore, Director of Bergesen and Director of World-Wide Shipping. Christop…

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#189 Svein Moxnes Harfjeld | DHT, Tanker Market 2025, Oil, Trygve Munthe, Capital Strategy, Shipping Investing 1:07:17

9M ago1:07:17

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Svein Harfjeld is the CEO of DHT, a tanker company listed in New York Stock Exchange. Svein Harfjeld has more than 30 years of experience in the shipping industry. Prior to joining DHT, he was with the BW Group, where he held senior management positions including CEO of BW Offshore, Director of Bergesen and Director of World-Wide Shipping. 00:00 - …