Best Apollo Skills Podcasts (2025)

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Kopi Time E160 - Eswar Prasad on Stablecoins 46:10

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We go deep into stablecoins, the idea and practice of which have been around for a while, but a few things have happened this summer to make the matter catch major momentum. To parse through these developments (especially the US GENIUS Act), outlook, and risks, we welcome back Eswar Prasad, the Tolani Senior Professor of Trade Policy and Professor …

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Kopi Time E159 - Mark Domitrak on Consumer and Corporate Sentiment 38:44

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Mark Domitrak, CT Group’s head of research, spends his time figuring out the pulse of consumers and corporate boardrooms. In this wide ranging podcast, he explains how his team makes polls informative and useful at a time when people are anxious and not as responsive to traditional approaches. He then offers insights into consumer and business sent…

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Kopi Time E158 - Lauri Myllyvirta on Green Energy and Climate Tech 1:02:32

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Having been an avid consumer of the output of Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA) for a few years, I have been keen to have its co-founder, Lauri Myllyvirta, on Kopi Time. Lauri delivers a tour de force here, going over the state of green transition in the US, Europe, China, and other emerging markets while taking into account geopol…

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Kopi Time E157 - Apollo's Torsten Slok on the US economy 38:08

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We connect with New York-based Torsten Slok, Chief Economist of Apollo Global Management, to discuss the US economy. This highly compelling discussion touches on the path of likely slowing of the US economy, outlook of inflation and jobs, labour productivity, impact of AI on jobs, Fed independence, likelihood of financial repression, fiscal dominan…

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Kopi Time E156 - 2H25 outlook and Ask Me Anything 35:17

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For this podcast, it’s just yours truly. With 2H25 in mind, I go over trade wars, Middle East tension, and the US economy. Then I take a bunch of questions from clients and colleagues. We go over asset allocation, US debt outlook, attractiveness of Asian sovereign bonds, and a few non-market questions. Enjoy! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…

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Kopi Time E155 - Capital Wars with Dr. David Skilling 40:41

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We dive into the presently shifting capital flow dynamic with David Skilling, Founding Director, Landfall Strategy Group. David’s firm provides insights on global economic, geopolitical, and policy developments to firms, investors, and governments, so we begin by getting a sense of the mood of his clients. We then discuss if the ongoing geoeconomic…

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Kopi Time E154 - Chatib Basri on Indonesia’s Present and Future 48:44

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This is a recording from the DBS Asia Insights Conference 2025, held in Jakarta on May 21. I had the privilege of discussing Indonesia’s near and medium term outlook with Chatib Basri, former finance minister. In this conversation, Mr. Basri talks about Indonesia’s strategy during a time of geoeconomic fragmentation, the ability of the economy to a…

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Kopi Time E153 - Prof Danny Quah on the Fracturing World Order 54:00

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Prof Danny Quah, Dean of LKY School of Public Policy at the National University of Singapore, returns to Kopi Time to share his insights on the dangers and opportunities stemming from the changing world order. We go over two of his recent pieces; first, an open letter to the US president (penned before the US elections last November, and second, a …

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Kopi Time E152: IMF’s Asia head Krishna Srinivasan on tariffs and the region 36:16

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Dr. Krishna Srinivasan, IMF’s Director of the Asia and Pacific Department, takes us on a journey of Asia, which is facing a major challenge to its export-led growth model. With geoeconomic fragmentation intensifying, how do nations strike a balance between trade promotion and domestic demand support? From China to India, South Korea to Vietnam, wha…

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Think Straight by Darius Foroux. Change your thoughts change your life. 6:38

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Learn how to cultivate mental clarity, overcome distractions, and embrace simplicity with insights from Darius Foroux’s Think Straight. Discover practical strategies to stop overthinking and take action today. 👉 Enrol in free course: https://www.apolloskills.com/courses/thinkstraight Summary: Think Straight by Darius Foroux Thinking has become a …

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Win Your Inner Battles by Darius Foroux 7:29

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Discover how to overcome fear, procrastination, and self-doubt with insights from Darius Foroux’s Win Your Inner Battles. Learn actionable strategies for self-awareness, building discipline, and taking meaningful action. 👉 Enrol for free https://www.apolloskills.com/courses/innerbattles Summary: Win Your Inner Battles by Darius Foroux We all face i…

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Kopi Time E151 - Private Equity with Alicia Gregory, Blue Owl 43:51

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Alicia Gregory, Managing Director at Blue Owl, an alternative asset manager, joins Kopi Time to walk us through private equity, a USD12trln asset class. Drawing on her extensive experience as a PE investor, Alicia begins by going over the genesis of the industry. We then go through a number of topics, including the structure of private equity inves…

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Let Them by Mel Robbins. A life-changing book about letting go of control. 6:35

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Discover The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins, a life-changing book about letting go of control, setting boundaries, and finding emotional freedom. Learn how this mindset can reduce stress, boost confidence, and improve relationships. 👉 Enrol in Free Course: https://www.apolloskills.com/courses/letthem In Let Them, Mel Robbins introduces a powerful a…

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After The Game by Jay Dixon. Bridging the Gap from Winning Athlete to Thriving Entrepreneur 6:50

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Discover a powerful guide for athletes transitioning from sports to entrepreneurship. It provides a playbook for reinventing identity, building businesses, and creating a lasting legacy. 👉 Enrol for Free Course: https://www.apolloskills.com/courses/afterthegame Summary Jay Dixon’s After The Game is a practical and heartfelt manual for navigating th…

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Kopi Time E150 - Piyush Gupta on the Present and Future of Banking 52:10

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Kopi Time hits 5 years and 150 episodes! We celebrate the milestone with Piyush Gupta, outgoing CEO of DBS Bank Ltd. Piyush brings his remarkable intellectual breadth in this conversation, in which we touch upon various aspects of the present and future of banking. We begin by discussing how banks in Asia and the West have evolved since the 2008/09…

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Mastering AI by Jeremy Kahn. A Survival Guide to Our Superpowered Future. 6:50

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Discover how AI is reshaping industries, jobs, and ethics in Mastering AI: A Survival Guide to Our Superpowered Future by Jeremy Kahn. Learn how to adapt and thrive in an AI-driven world. 👉 Enrol for Free Course: https://www.apolloskills.com/courses/masterai Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept—it is actively transforming …

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What You Are Made For by Ryan Holiday & George Raveling 6:39

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Discover the key lessons from What You Are Made For by Ryan Holiday and George Raveling. Learn how to find your purpose, develop discipline, overcome obstacles, and lead with integrity and service. Enrol for free! 👉 https://www.apolloskills.com/courses/madefor What You Are Made For by Ryan Holiday and George Raveling is more than just a self-improv…

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Kopi Time E149 - Longevity with Brian Kennedy 40:37

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We welcome a foremost expert on the science of aging, lifespan, and healthspan, Professor Brian Kennedy, Distinguished Professor of Biochemistry and Physiology, National University of Singapore. In this fascinating conversation, we begin by understanding senescence, the process of functional decay of organisms. Prof Kennedy explores aging at physic…

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Range by David Epstein 6:39

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Discover the transformative insights from David Epstein’s “Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World.” Explore the advantages of broad exploration, interdisciplinary thinking, and adaptability in achieving long-term success and innovation. 👉 https://www.apolloskills.com/courses/range In the contemporary landscape, characterized by rapid…

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Blue Ocean Strategy by W. Chan Kim and Renée Mauborgne 6:41

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Discover the transformative insights of ‘Blue Ocean Strategy’ by W. Chan Kim and Renée Mauborgne. Learn how to escape cutthroat competition, create untapped market spaces, and achieve value innovation with strategic tools like the Strategy Canvas. 👉 https://www.apolloskills.com/courses/blue_ocean In the hyper-competitive landscape of today’s busine…

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Metronomics by Shannon Susko 5:59

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Discover how Shannon Susko's "Metronomics" can transform your business with a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to implementing its principles. Learn how to align your organization, cultivate a positive culture, develop a strategic plan, and ensure sustainable growth and success. 👉 https://www.apolloskills.com/courses/Metronomics Leaders constantly…

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How Will You Measure Your Life By Clay Christensen 6:42

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Discover profound insights from Clayton M. Christensen’s How Will You Measure Your Life? Learn how to live purposefully with integrity, long-term thinking, and strong relationships. This expanded blog post features quotes and practical tools to apply these lessons to your life. 👉 https://www.apolloskills.com/courses/measure_life Clayton M. Christen…

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Kopi Time E148 - Private Credit with Fitch’s Meghan Neenan 33:58

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We dive into the rapidly growing world of private credit. Meghan Neenan, managing director and the North America head of Non-Bank Financial Institutions at FitchRatings, walks us through the sector’s genesis, scale, depth, structure, participants, transparency of reporting, and regulatory dimension. What are the vulnerabilities around the economic …

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The Technological Republic by Alex Karp 6:39

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In The Technological Republic: Hard Power, Soft Belief, and the Future of the West, Alexander C. Karp and Nicholas W. Zamiska argue that the defining factor of global power in the 21st century will not be geography, ideology or even military force—but technological dominance. The book makes a bold case that artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, a…

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Profit First by Mike Michalowicz 6:19

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Discover the transformative financial strategy of “Profit First” by Mike Michalowicz. Learn how to prioritize profit, manage expenses, and achieve sustainable growth with actionable steps and insights 👉 https://www.apolloskills.com/courses/profit_first In the challenging world of business finance, finding a system that ensures profitability, sustai…

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Building a StoryBrand by Donald Miller 6:10

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Discover the transformative power of storytelling with Donald Miller’s ‘Building a StoryBrand.’ Learn how to create compelling brand messages using the StoryBrand framework, positioning your customer as the hero. 👉 https://www.apolloskills.com/courses/brandstory In today's crowded marketplace, capturing customers' attention and loyalty can be chall…

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Emotional Intelligence 2.0 by Travis Bradberry and Jean Greaves 6:41

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Discover how emotional intelligence (EQ) can transform your personal and professional life with insights and examples from Emotional Intelligence 2.0 by Travis Bradberry and Jean Greaves. Learn practical strategies for self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management. 👉 https://www.apolloskills.com/courses/emotional_in…

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Kopi Time E147 - Kishore Mahbubani on a Fragmenting World 54:08

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We welcome back to Kopi Time Kishore Mahbubani, distinguished diplomat, academic, and writer on geopolitics. Our conversation, recorded in Mumbai, kicks off with India’s promise and challenges vis-à-vis the US and China, with the former turning increasingly protectionist and latter facing a myriad of domestic and external challenges. Mahbubani sees…

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Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell 6:36

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Malcolm Gladwell's Outliers explores the hidden factors behind extraordinary success, including the importance of timing, cultural legacies, and dedicated practice. 👉 Free Course on https://www.apolloskills.com/courses/outliers Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell is a thought-provoking exploration of the factors that contribute to high levels of success. …

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Business Model Generation by Alexander Osterwalder and Yves Pigneur 6:17

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Explore Business Model Generation by Alexander Osterwalder and Yves Pigneur. Learn how the Business Model Canvas can transform how you innovate and create value. 👉 Free Course on https://www.apolloskills.com/courses/businessmodel Having a solid business model is not just important—it’s essential. But how do you build, analyze, and innovate a busine…

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Side Hustle by Chris Guillebeau. From Idea to Income in 27 Days 5:59

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Unlock the secrets to launching a successful side hustle with Chris Guillebeau’s 27-day plan. Learn actionable tips, case studies, and a checklist to turn your idea into income. 👉 Free Course on https://www.apolloskills.com/courses/sidehustle Side Hustle: From Idea to Income in 27 Days by Chris Guillebeau is a practical guide aimed at helping peopl…

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One Small Step Can Change Your Life by Robert Maurer 6:57

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Discover the transformative power of Kaizen philosophy in "One Small Step Can Change Your Life" by Robert Maurer—practical steps for real change. Achieve big goals through small, consistent actions. Start your journey today. 👉 Free Course on https://www.apolloskills.com/courses/onesmallstep Robert Maurer’s One Small Step Can Change Your Life introd…

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Kopi Time E146 - Trade War with Deborah Elms 50:08

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We welcome back Dr. Deborah Elms, Head of Trade Policy at Heinrich Foundation, Singapore, for a timely discussion on intensifying trade wars. We set the context by looking at the past decade of rising protectionism and the impact on the global economy. Deborah points out that despite all the frictions, global trade volume has increased. But at the …

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The Art of Non-Conformity by Chris Guillebeau 6:17

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Explore the expanded lessons from Chris Guillebeau’s The Art of Non-Conformity. Learn how to redefine success, overcome fear, and design a bold, unconventional life rooted in your unique values. 👉 Free Course on https://www.apolloskills.com/courses/nonconformity Are you tired of living life by someone else’s rules? Chris Guillebeau’s The Art of Non…

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Summary: Trillion Dollar Coach 6:34

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Learn leadership lessons from Bill Campbell, the legendary coach behind Silicon Valley’s greatest successes. Use this 30-day plan to kickstart your coaching journey. 👉 Free Course on https://www.apolloskills.com/courses/trillioncoach Trillion Dollar Coach by Eric Schmidt, Jonathan Rosenberg, and Alan Eagle explores the life and legacy of Bill Campb…

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Kopi Time E145 - Markets and Trump 2.0 17:00

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Happy new year! We kick off the year with a discussion on the likely impact of Trump policies on US markets, starting with the 1890s McKinley tariff narrative. There are major lessons for the market outlook from that episode, in our view. Returning to the present, we think through the ways tariffs and immigration measures can complicate the inflati…

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Inner Excellence by Jim Murphy 6:21

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Learn how Jim Murphy’s Inner Excellence can help you master your mindset, build emotional resilience, and achieve peak performance in all areas of life. 👉 Free Course on https://www.apolloskills.com/courses/innerexcellence Inner Excellence: Train Your Mind for Extraordinary Performance and Outer Success (sometimes published under slightly varied su…

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The Spirit of Kaizen by Robert Maurer 6:23

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Discover The Spirit of Kaizen by Robert Maurer, a powerful guide to creating lasting improvement through small, steady steps. Learn how the Kaizen philosophy can help you overcome resistance to change, build habits, and apply these principles for success in business and life. 👉 Free Course on https://www.apolloskills.com/courses/spiritkaizen In The…

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Never Split The Difference by Chris Voss 5:56

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In Never Split the Difference, Chris Voss shares essential negotiation strategies based on empathy, calibrated questioning, and tactical listening. Discover how to negotiate effectively in any situation with these transformative techniques. 👉 Free Course on https://www.apolloskills.com/courses/neversplit Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss is …

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How to Be a Stoic by Massimo Pigliucci 5:17

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Discover how Stoic you are with this practical guide to Stoic living based on Massimo Pigliucci’s “How to Be a Stoic.” Learn fundamental principles and valuable tips, and take an insightful Stoic living assessment to enhance your resilience, mindfulness, and overall well-being. 👉 Free Course on https://www.apolloskills.com/courses/bestoic “How to B…

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Right Thing, Right Now by Ryan Holiday 6:37

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Discover practical steps to live a life of integrity, purpose, and impact with our checklist inspired by Ryan Holiday’s ‘Right Thing, Right Now: Good Values. Good Character. Good Deeds. 👉 Free Course on https://www.apolloskills.com/courses/rightthing Ryan Holiday’s books are organized into sections that take readers through essential themes and pra…

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Discipline Is Destiny by Ryan Holiday 6:30

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Explore the profound impact of self-discipline in "Discipline Is Destiny" by Ryan Holiday. Unlock potential, resilience, and positive habits for personal growth. 👉 Free Course on https://www.apolloskills.com/courses/discipline Discipline Is Destiny: The Power of Self-Control by Ryan Holiday unfolds through several thoughtfully structured sections, …

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Courage Is Calling by Ryan Holiday 5:00

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Discover your inner bravery! Learn to embrace fears, find inspiration in heroes, and stand against injustice. Uncover the path to authentic living and extraordinary courage. Start your journey today. 👉 Free Course on https://www.apolloskills.com/courses/couragecalling “Courage Is Calling: Fortune Favors the Brave” by Ryan Holiday is the first book …

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Stillness Is the Key by Ryan Holiday 7:50

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Discover the power of stillness with practical tips inspired by Ryan Holiday. Cultivate mindfulness, embrace solitude, and find calm amidst chaos. Start your journey to a more peaceful, focused life today! 👉 Free Course on https://www.apolloskills.com/courses/stillness Stillness Is the Key by Ryan Holiday explores finding inner peace and clarity in…

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Kopi Time E144 - 2025 outlook with Dr. Komal Sri-Kumar 55:50

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We bring the year to an end with astute market strategist and Fed watcher Dr. Komal Sri-Kumar. Sri begins by taking stock of the US economy and markets, how they have been fuelled by fiscal stimulus and the Fed put. Sri is a strong critic of the Fed’s track record on price and financial stability, and he worries that inflation and market risks coul…

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Ego Is the Enemy by Ryan Holiday 6:37

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Discover the transformative wisdom of Ryan Holiday's "Ego Is the Enemy." Navigate life's challenges with humility and resilience. Learn practical strategies for success, failure, and personal growth. Unleash your true potential today. 👉 Free Course on https://www.apolloskills.com/courses/egoenemy Ego Is the Enemy by Ryan Holiday is a powerful book …

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How Sara Blakely Became Successful With 5 Surprising Lessons 8:40

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From selling fax machines door-to-door to becoming the founder of a billion-dollar empire, Sara Blakely’s journey is a masterclass in resilience, innovation, and believing in yourself. This video dives deep into the five entrepreneurial lessons from Blakely’s inspiring story, offering actionable insights to transform your business and mindset. What…

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A World Without Email by Cal Newport 6:23

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Discover how Cal Newport’s “A World Without Email” reimagines workplace productivity by reducing email dependence and fostering structured, intentional communication. 👉 Free Course on https://www.apolloskills.com/courses/withoutemail "A World Without Email" by Cal Newport examines the productivity pitfalls of email and other "hyperactive hive mind"…

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So Good They Can’t Ignore You by Cal Newport 6:22

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Discover why Cal Newport’s So Good They Can’t Ignore You challenges the passion hypothesis and offers a skill-centered approach to building a satisfying career. 👉 Free Course on https://www.apolloskills.com/courses/sogood So Good They Can't Ignore You: Why Skills Trump Passion in the Quest for Work You Love" by Cal Newport offers a fresh perspectiv…

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How Howard Schultz’s Famous Vision Transformed the Coffee World 11:16

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How Howard Schultz Transformed Coffee into a Global Experience Discover how Howard Schultz turned Starbucks into a cultural icon and a global powerhouse. This video explores the visionary strategies behind Starbucks’ success and reveals actionable lessons you can apply to your business. From creating a customer-centric “third place” to building a s…