Best Caught Looking Baseball Podcasts (2025)

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The King Returns 1:31:15

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Michael King is BACK. Host Ryan Walls is joined by the full crew in our latest episode reacting live to the King's return, as well as a generational presentation by Bryan outlining the sheer bad luck we have had with ownership over the years. Send us a text Support the show #Padres #SanDiegoPadres #ForTheFaithFul #PadresBaseball #MLBNews #TradeRumo…

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How a Mistake Turned Jingle Bells into a Christmas Song 4:19

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Jingle Bells is one of the most recognizable Christmas songs ever written… except it wasn’t written for Christmas at all. In this week’s Mistake of the Week, we unpack one of America’s most enduring cultural misconceptions: the belief that Jingle Bells has anything to do with Christmas. Originally titled One Horse Open Sleigh, the song debuted at a…

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From Medicare Fraud to Military Leadership: Learning Accountability After a Career-Defining Mistake (Dr. Josh McConkey) 42:16

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In Episode #332 of My Favorite Mistake, Mark Graban talks with Dr. Josh McConkey — emergency physician, Air Force Reserve Commander, combat-deployed medevac leader, and Pulitzer Prize–nominated author. Known as the “MacGyver Doc,” Josh has spent his career solving problems in high-pressure environments where you rarely get a second chance. Episode …

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How a Lab Error Led to an Unnecessary Surgery 4:21

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A 32-year-old woman in Switzerland underwent an unnecessary surgery after her lab sample was mixed up at Basel University Hospital. Doctors believed she had cervical cancer. She didn’t — but the procedure went ahead anyway, potentially affecting her ability to carry a pregnancy in the future. In this Mistake of the Week, Mark Graban unpacks how suc…

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Recovering from Workplace Bullying—and What Leaders Often Miss (Andy Regal) 57:28

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My guest for Episode #331 of My Favorite Mistake is Andy Regal, a longtime media executive whose career has included leadership roles at The Wall Street Journal, MSNBC, Consumer Reports, Court TV, and CBS College Sports. He is also the author of the forthcoming book, “Surviving Bully Culture: A Career Spent Navigating Workplace Bullying and a Guide…

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How a Landing Gear Error Was Caught Before Disaster 4:36

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In this Mistake of the Week, Mark Graban breaks down an incident involving an American Airlines A319 on final approach to Phoenix — captured on video with its landing gear still up. A cockpit alert sounded, the crew realized what was missing, and the pilots executed a safe go-around. Their explanation to air traffic control? A perfectly understated…

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Why Curiosity Drives Better Leadership (Debra Clary) 40:47

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My guest for Episode #330 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Debra Clary, a leadership strategist, researcher, and executive coach with more than four decades of experience at organizations including Frito-Lay, Coca-Cola, Jack Daniel’s, and Humana. Episode page with video, transcript, and more She’s also a TEDx speaker, former off-Broadway perfo…

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From Toxic Culture to Empathic Leadership: Lessons in Empathy and Accountability (Dr. Melissa Robinson-Winemiller) 41:58

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My guest for Episode #329 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Dr. Melissa Robinson-Winemiller, a TEDx speaker, empathy and leadership expert, and author of The Empathic Leader: How EQ via Empathy Transforms Leadership for Better Profit, Productivity, and Innovation. Episode page with video, transcript, and more Melissa shares the story of her “fa…

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Why Unlearning Old Habits Is Harder Than Learning New Ones 4:06

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In this edition of Mistake of the Week, Mark Graban tells a story that didn’t appear in any safety report or headline — it happened on a pickleball court. Early in learning the sport, Mark found his old tennis instincts taking over, leading to a very incorrect serve and a moment of embarrassment. What followed was a small but meaningful lesson in f…

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How 531 Living Patients Were Mistakenly Declared Dead 6:30

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In this week’s Mistake of the Week, Mark Graban tells the story of a Maine hospital system that accidentally mailed condolence letters to 531 very-much-alive patients. The cause? A computer glitch — and a few missing fail-safes. Mark explores what this bizarre mix-up reveals about system design, automation, and trust in healthcare. Beyond the absur…

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Stammen at the Helm 55:10

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Just as everyone expected. Host Ryan Walls is joined by co-hosts Tom and Nic as we breakdown the Padres finding their guy... Craig Stammen. The former Padre is poised and ready to take the Padres to unchartered territory. Do we think he can take us there? Send us a text Support the show #Padres #SanDiegoPadres #ForTheFaithFul #PadresBaseball #MLBNe…

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Looking Back: Katie Anderson & Isao Yoshino on Learning, Leadership, and Mistakes 39:35

2M ago39:35

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We’re going back to Episode 30 from January 2021, featuring Katie Anderson — author of Learning to Lead, Leading to Learn — and Isao Yoshino, the longtime Toyota leader whose career and lessons inspired her book. Episode page with video, transcript, and more It was such a privilege to talk with them then, and even more meaningful now, because I rec…

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No Normal Days 1:09:35

2M ago1:09:35

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Host Ryan Walls is joined by co-hosts Tom (Welsh Friar), and Bryan. With the season over, time for a normal offseason, right? Wrong. Amidst a search for a new manager and questions around AJ sticking around past 2026, there truly never is a normal day for Padres fans. Send us a text Support the show #Padres #SanDiegoPadres #ForTheFaithFul #PadresBa…

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From the Wrong Business to the Right Voice: Finding Purpose Through Mistakes (Emily Aborn) 42:03

2M ago42:03

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My guest for Episode #328 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Emily Aborn, a small business copywriter, speaker, and host of the Small Business Casual podcast. Episode page with video, transcript, and more Emily helps entrepreneurs bring clarity, creativity, and authenticity to their marketing. Before finding her true calling, she owned a brick-a…

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When AI Tried to Do Too Much: Lessons on Creativity and Humble Technology — Maya Ackerman 43:16

2M ago43:16

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My guest for Episode #327 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Dr. Maya Ackerman, AI pioneer, researcher, and CEO of WaveAI. She’s also an associate professor of Computer Science and Engineering at Santa Clara University and the author of the new book Creative Machines: AI, Art, and Us. EPISODE PAGE WITH VIDEO, TRANSCRIPT, AND MORE In this episode…

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How a Leadership Mistake Taught William Harvey to Build Trust and Psychological Safety 47:24

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My guest for Episode #326 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Dr. William Harvey, a manufacturing executive and university professor whose career is defined by developing people, strengthening systems, and driving organizational excellence. A proud U.S. Marine, William carries forward a deep tradition of service and leadership. He also serves as …

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Do or Die 41:10

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Host Ryan Walls is joined by co-hosts Tom (Welsh Friar), Nic and Trevor. With the series tied at 1 all, can the Padres be the first team in the modern Wild Card structure to win the series after dropping game 1? Is Shildt a galaxy brain or is his brain stuck in a galaxy? Finally, good move to pull Cease in the 4th? Morejon/ MIller/ Suarez made sure…

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Archives: From Shame to Self-Awareness — A Leadership Transformation with Sabrina Moon 36:13

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In this bonus re-release, we revisit an important and timely conversation with Sabrina Moon, Founder and CEO of The Problem Solving Institute and a certified Dare to Lead™ facilitator. Originally aired as Episode #35 of My Favorite Mistake, this conversation remains one of the most powerful and honest reflections on leadership, shame, and transform…

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Failing My Way to Success: Phillip Cantrell on Scaling vs. Scrambling in Business 39:01

3M ago39:01

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My guest for Episode #325 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Phillip Cantrell, EVP of Strategy at United Real Estate, founder of Benchmark Realty, and author of Failing My Way to Success: Lessons from 42 Years of Winning and Losing in Business. EPISODE PAGE WITH VIDEO, TRANSCRIPT, AND MORE Phillip reflects on more than four decades of entreprene…

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Spinal Tap’s Greatest Mistakes — And Why They Still Matter 41 Years Later 13:40

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In this very special solo episode of My Favorite Mistake, Mark Graban breaks down the gloriously ridiculous — and surprisingly instructive — mistakes made by the characters in his all-time favorite film, This Is Spinal Tap. With the long-awaited sequel, Spinal Tap II: The End Continues, now in theaters, Mark explores why Spinal Tap endures not just…

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How an MLM Failure Taught Trevor Schade to Lead, Grow, and Succeed in Real Estate 45:02

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My guest for Episode #324 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Trevor Schade. Episode page with video, transcript, and more Trevor began his career as a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt with a strong background in coding and process improvement. He consulted on business efficiency and outsourcing before shifting into real estate in 2008. After earning hi…

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NFL Kickers on Mistakes, Pressure, Rejection, and How to Succeed in Football and Life 10:03

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In this special episode of My Favorite Mistake, host Mark Graban celebrates the kickoff of football season with a unique perspective: five legendary kickers who know what it means to perform under pressure. Guests include former NFL kickers Jay Feely, Shane Graham, David Akers, Nick Lowry, and University of South Carolina’s all-time leading scorer …

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Duckfoot Brewing Live Event 1:20:55

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Host Ryan Walls is joined by co-hosts Bryan Swarberg, Tom (Welsh Friar), Nic and Trevor at our special live event at Duckfoot Brewing Co. With a little over a month to go the Padres find themselves in the running for 1st in the NL West. In this episode we breakdown: Remaining Schedule: with the easiest strength of schedule can the Padres capitalize…

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Mistakes in Houses and Hospitals: Grace Bourke on Trust, Verification, and Lasting Improvement 53:45

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My guest for Episode #323 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Grace Bourke, Consulting Director of the Performance Excellence Practice at Baker Tilly. With nearly 40 years of experience in healthcare quality improvement and industrial engineering, Grace has worked in clinical care, biotech, global public health, and senior leadership roles at org…

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Quitting My PhD: Rob Dorgan on Redefining Success, Beating Burnout, and Finding Purpose 43:32

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My guest for Episode #322 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Rob Dorgan, a multi-talented professional whose career path has taken him from paralegal to college professor, retail store owner, manufacturing company president, and now licensed massage therapist, certified yoga educator, meditation teacher, and astrologer. Rob is also the author of…

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No M.A.M.E.S. Wey 1:02:24

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Host Ryan Walls is joined by co-hosts Bryan Swarberg, Tom (Welsh Friar), and Trevor. With almost two weeks after the deadline, the Padres find themselves tied for 1st in the NL West. In this episode we breakdown: New adds: breaking down how the new additions to the roster have improved it top to bottom No M.A.M.E.S. Wey: Morejon, Adam, Miller, Estr…

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Why Listening to Yourself Is the First Step to Better Communication — Cynthia Kane on Learning to Pause 42:19

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My guest for Episode #321 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Cynthia Kane, founder and CEO of the Kane Intentional Communication Institute and author of several books, including How to Communicate Like a Buddhist and The Pause: How to Keep Your Cool in Tough Situations. Episode page with video and more Cynthia shares a pivotal mistake from early…

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From Lab Work to Leadership: Dr. Jen Heemstra’s Guide to Thriving in Science Careers 11:39

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🎙️ In this bonus episode of My Favorite Mistake, Mark Graban welcomes back Dr. Jen Heemstra, Charles Allen Thomas Professor and Chair of Chemistry at Washington University in St. Louis. Jen joins us to talk about her new book, Lab Work to Leadership: A Concise Guide to Thriving in the Science Job You Weren’t Trained For. She shares how the book was…

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The Costly Expansion Mistake That Made Damon Lembi a Better 'Learn it All' CEO 43:53

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My guest for Episode #320 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Damon Lembi, CEO of Learnit, a live learning and development platform that has helped upskill over 2 million professionals. Episode page with video, transcript, and more A former college baseball player and now a two-time bestselling author, Damon shares the story of how youthful ambit…

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AJ is a Mad Man 1:06:17

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Host Ryan Walls is joined by co-hosts Bryan Swarberg, Tom (Welsh Friar), Trevor, and Nic. The trade deadline is in the books, and AJ Preller showed up big once again. In this special episode we breakdown: Mason Miller Coup: Breaking down the blockbuster trade with the A's and why Leo de Vries' departure could be worth it. Orioles Deal: Ramon Laurea…

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Your Work Won’t Speak for Itself: Mistakes & Branding Lessons from Sapna Pieroux 44:46

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My guest for Episode #319 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Sapna Pieroux, award-winning author of Let’s Get Visible!, a branding consultant, and the founder of Inner Visions ID. Episode page with video, transcript, and more With a background spanning 20 years in media and experience working with major brands like Toyota, Sony, and L’Oréal, Sap…

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Draft & Deadline Update w/ Danny Barrand 1:08:52

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Host Ryan Walls is joined by Danny Barrand as we dive into the Padres' draft strategy, prospects, and upcoming MLB trade deadline rumors. Here's what you'll get: MLB Draft Insights: A detailed look at top Padres' picks like Kruz Schoolcraft, Ryan Wideman, & Michael Salena, plus potential hidden gems in later rounds. Trade Deadline Speculations: Wil…

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The Art of Preventing Stupid: Lawyer and Author Matthew Davis on Business Mistakes and Growth 45:12

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My guest for Episode #318 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Matthew Neal Davis, an attorney, entrepreneur, and author of the provocative book The Art of Preventing Stupid. Episode page with video and more Matthew is the founder and managing partner of Davis Business Law, which has grown more than 1,000% in six years, earning a spot on the Inc. …

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Stoned in Swansea 59:26

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Host Ryan Walls is joined with Tom (Welsh Friar) and Trevor as we dive into this week’s episode as we break down the latest news, keys to the Padres' second-half push, and hot trade deadline rumors. Here’s what we covered: Team Update: Current standings (54-45), playoff race, and mid-season momentum. Player Highlights: Tatis Jr. heating up, Machado…

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Why Going to Law School Was Her Favorite Mistake – Davina Frederick of Wealthy Woman Lawyer 44:47

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My guest for Episode #316 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Davina Frederick, founder of Wealthy Woman Lawyer, host of the Wealthy Woman Lawyer Podcast, and a business coach who has helped women law firm owners scale their practices to seven figures and beyond. Episode page with video, transcript, and more In our conversation, Davina shares why…

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The Danger of Optimism: CEO Jim Schleckser on His Biggest Leadership Mistake 49:22

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My guest for Episode #316 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Jim Schleckser, founder and CEO of The CEO Project. Episode page with video, transcript, and more Jim is a seasoned business leader, bestselling author, and trusted advisor to CEOs around the world. With experience spanning 42 countries and multiple industries, Jim has spent decades he…

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Lifetime of Cope 1:24:40

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Host Ryan Walls is joined by regulars Tom (Welsh Friar), Bryan, Nic, & Trevor. In our latest episode we discuss Manny’s upcoming milestone, if AJ should go all in at the deadline, and our mid-season expectations. What does the second half hold for the Padres? Find out. Send us a text Support the show #Padres #SanDiegoPadres #ForTheFaithFul #PadresB…

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Why 100 Coffee Meetings Didn’t Work—And What Kat Halushka Did Instead 37:43

6M ago37:43

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My guest for Episode #315 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Kat Halushka, a business and visibility strategist for coaches, consultants, and speakers. She’s the founder of Profitable Impact Academy, where she helps entrepreneurs grow their audience, automate marketing, and land clients through speaking and streamlined funnels. EPISODE PAGE Kat’…

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How Culture Creates Freedom and Profit: Josh Cunningham Returns to Share His New Book 13:57

6M ago13:57

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In this special bonus episode of My Favorite Mistake, host Mark Graban welcomes back Josh Cunningham, founder and CEO of Rokrbox and guest from Episode 244. Josh returns to share insights from his brand-new book, Culture Is the Key: How to Unlock Massive Profits and Freedom. We dive into: How Josh built a culture-first company that’s thriving—even …

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Bruce the Bat Dog: Future Padre? 56:23

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Host Ryan Walls is joined by Tom (Welsh Friar) and Trevor. Catch our thoughts on their current standing (43-36, 3rd in NL West), important roster updates, and what’s ahead with the trade deadline looming. Finally, is Bruce the Bat Dog on the block? Trevor sure thinks so. Send us a text Support the show #Padres #SanDiegoPadres #ForTheFaithFul #Padre…

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The Mistake of Unrealistic Expectations: Mark Struczewski’s Solopreneur Journey 44:03

6M ago44:03

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My guest for Episode #314 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Mark Struczewski, also known as “Mister Productivity.” Mark is a Houston-based productivity coach, speaker, and host of The Mister Productivity Podcast, with over 1,300 episodes to his name. He helps overwhelmed professionals cut through distractions and focus on what truly matters. Ep…

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Avoiding Bad Marketing: Amber Gaige on Mistakes, AI, and the Four Cs 32:41

6M ago32:41

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My guest for Episode #313 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Amber Gaige, a marketing strategist, international bestselling author, and founder of Far Beyond Marketing. With over 20 years of experience, Amber helps entrepreneurs simplify their marketing and drive real results. She’s also the author of The Far Beyond Marketing Guidebook: Stop Bei…

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#3 - Bruce Lee Asked for COKE in Handwritten Letters (Yes, Really) 11:37

7M ago11:37

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In this episode of Letter Rip, we dive into the wild, real-life drug letters written by martial arts icon Bruce Lee. In 2021, over 40 handwritten notes surfaced, revealing Bruce’s candid requests for cocaine, LSD, cannabis, and even firearms, all written with a philosopher’s flair and a street dealer’s confidence. We explore Bruce's blend of wisdom…

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Ballet, Mistakes, and Masked Performances: Jared Redick’s Story of Grace Under Pressure 42:44

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OOPS! Due to an editing mistake, I had to reupload the file. Again. My guest for Episode #312 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Jared Redick, a third-generation ballet dancer, choreographer, and award-winning educator. Episode page with links and more Jared is a full professor and Assistant Dean of Dance at the University of North Carolina Scho…

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Put That "C" On His Chest 39:37

7M ago39:37

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Host Ryan Walls is joined by Tom (Welsh Friar) as we preview the Dodger series, take a look at the recent road trip, and see who are all star picks are as of today. Send us a text Support the show #Padres #SanDiegoPadres #ForTheFaithFul #PadresBaseball #MLBNews #TradeRumors #PadresAllStars #MinorLeagues…

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How a Mistake in Confronting Workplace Discrimination Shaped a Leadership Career – Karin Hurt on Speaking Up the Right Way 40:51

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My guest for Episode #311 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Karin Hurt, CEO of Let’s Grow Leaders, a global leadership development firm. Karin is a former Verizon Wireless executive and the award-winning author of five books, including her latest, Powerful Phrases for Dealing with Workplace Conflict. Episode page with video, transcript, and mor…

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1/3 Down, 2/3 To Go 1:32:46

7M ago1:32:46

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Host Ryan Walls is joined by Tom (Welsh Friar), Nic, and Trevor as we take a look at how the first third of the season has gone. Send us a text Support the show #Padres #SanDiegoPadres #ForTheFaithFul #PadresBaseball #MLBNews #TradeRumors #PadresAllStars #MinorLeagues

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What Nearly Killed Andrew Laws’ Business—and Why He’s Now Grateful for It 41:48

7M ago41:48

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My guest for Episode #310 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Andrew Laws, Founder of the SEO agency Yeseo IO and host of The Business Amplifier Podcast. Andrew has been working in digital marketing for over 25 years and has seen just about every shift in the SEO landscape. But one of the biggest lessons of his career came not from Google’s algor…

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#2 - Jourdon Anderson: To My Old MASTER 56:08

7M ago56:08

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This week on Letter Rip, we dive into one of the greatest slow-burn roast letters in American history, written by a freed slave to the guy who literally shot him twice. In 1865, Jourdon Anderson, now a free man living in Ohio, received a letter from his former master, Colonel P.H. Anderson, begging him to return to the plantation. Yes, the same man…

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How Busy Teams Can Better Execute Growth Plans: Andrea Jones on 'Executagility' and Mistakes 14:20

7M ago14:20

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In this special bonus episode of My Favorite Mistake, Mark Graban talks again with Andrea Jones, Principal at AJC and CEO of The Executagility Company. Andrea was previously featured in Episode 105, and she returns to discuss the release of her new book: The Executagility Field Guide: How Busy Teams Can Execute Growth Plans. Andrea shares a new “fa…