Best Chris Amp Lisa Podcasts (2025)

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#225 Andrew Penn: The Untold Story of Telstra’s CEO — High School Dropout, Art, Scorecards and Calm Leadership 1:13:30

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Episode #225 of The High Flyers Podcast features Andrew Penn, Recent CEO of Telstra (2015–2022) and Group CEO of AXA Asia Pacific. Today, he chairs Visit Victoria, sits on the Coles board, and advises Government on cybersecurity and national security. In this conversation, Andy reflects on dropping out of high school and working two jobs before stu…

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Henrico CTE Now: S7, E16: Emily Bracken, Dog Lovers Obedience School, Karen Bickett, Vet Science Instructor at ACE Center Hermitage 35:02

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Get ready for a treat, dog lovers! In our newest episode, we're wagging our tails with excitement as we sit down with Emily Bracken, Head Trainer and Owner of Dog Lovers Obedience School. We also have Karen Bickett, one of the Veterinary Science instructors at the ACE Center at Hermitage, joining the conversation. Emily is a shining example of the …

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#224 Chris Wirasinha: Building Pedestrian TV & Linkby, Navigating AI in Publishing, Raising Two Kids & unpacking "GEO" 1:19:00

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Episode #224 features Chris Wirasinha, co-founder of Linkby — the Performance PR platform used by 3,800+ brands and 600 publishers, backed by US$15m in funding and growing 100% YoY across the US & UK. Previously, Chris co-founded Pedestrian Group at 21, scaling it to 100 staff, a ~$100m valuation and an exit to Channel Nine. +++ To support this pod…

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Hiring Freezes, Politics, and Robots: Welcome to the 2025 Job Market 8:06

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The latest BLS report just wiped nearly a million jobs off the books through revisions, AI is creeping further into the workplace, and the headlines aren’t exactly comforting with political unrest on the rise. But if you’re on the job hunt, this isn’t the time to freeze. In this minisode, we break down: Why the BLS report looks so ugly this month (…

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#223 Lisa Sthalekar: Being adopted as a newborn in India to becoming a Hall of Fame Cricketer 59:41

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Episode #223 features Lisa Sthalekar — 4x World Cup Winner and Inductee into both the ICC and Australian Cricket Halls of Fame, recognised as one of the most influential figures in the history of women’s cricket (the first woman to have scored over 1000 runs and taken 100 wickets). +++ This episode is part of a special series in partnership with th…

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Henrico CTE Now: S7, E15: Tim Price and Eric Polito, with QTS Data Centers 33:18

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We talk with Tim Price, Critical Environment Engineer, and Eric Polito, Critical Operations Supervisor, both with QTS Data Centers about the explosive growth of data centers here in Henrico and the state. With that growth comes new tech jobs to fill positions in these data centers for now and years to come. https://qtsdatacenters.com/…

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#380) How Recruiters Use LinkedIn (and What Job Seekers Must Do) | Michael Goldberg 24:10

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Today I brought on Michael Goldberg, CEO and Founder of Hiring Transformed. Michael is a Recruiting Strategist, Candidate Experience Advocate, and Recruiting Data Nut. With extensive experience in talent acquisition and recruiting, he partners with both startups and established organizations to build strong HR functions and deliver exceptional expe…

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#222 Tim Thomas: From Melbourne to Asia to Canberra; Leading Australia’s India Strategy and the $10 Trillion Opportunity Ahead 1:12:02

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Tim Thomas is the recent CEO of the Centre for Australia-India Relations, the federal body set up by the Australian Government to deepen ties between the two nations across business, technology, education, sport, and culture. With a career spanning senior roles at AXA, Prudential, and KPMG, and lived experience building businesses across India, Sin…

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#379) Creating a Mission-Driven Career | Navigating Tough Situations | Mike Hayes 40:54

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Today’s guest, Mike Hayes, is nothing short of extraordinary: Mike is the former Commanding Officer of SEAL Team TWO, leading a two thousand–person Special Operations Task Force in Southeastern Afghanistan. In addition to a twenty-year career as a SEAL, Mike was a White House Fellow, served two years as Director of Defense Policy and Strategy at th…

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#221 Kelly Vohs: SafetyCulture's CEO on becoming a US Army Green Beret, Inverted Pyramid Leadership and Building for 100M Workers 1:13:28

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Kelly Vohs is the CEO of SafetyCulture, a globally renowned tech company headquartered in Australia. Valued at approximately $2.5 billion, its platform serves 85,000+ organisations across 180+ countries, including major global brands like Toyota, GE, Coles, Qantas, Schneider Electric, Marriott, John Deere, Sodexo, National Health Service (UK), Brit…

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Henrico CTE Now: S7, E14: Jessica Behmke, Trena Sailer, NAWIC Member, and two Camp NAWIC campers! 21:43

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In this episode, we talk with Jessica Behmke and Trena Sailer, both members of the Richmond Chapter of NAWIC, the National Association of Women in Construction. They were working with some young ladies who are learning about the different construction trades, not just to learn about them, but to possibly make the trades a career. Sponsored by the R…

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#378) The Four Pillars of Career Fulfillment | Lisa Lewis Miller 32:58

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In this episode of the Career Warrior Podcast, Chris interviews Lisa Lewis Miller, the CEO of Career Clarity and author of the book, Career Clarity. Lisa is an internationally recognized expert in career change who has coached over 500 people across more than 10 countries. Together, they discuss the "four pillars of career fulfillment" to help you …

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Episode 21: Quick Hits - Bridging Technology Gaps with Chris Anthony 5:32

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Send us a text Chris Anthony spent his career with CAL FIRE, finishing as Chief Deputy Director. Now he’s focused on a critical question: how do we connect innovation with the needs of firefighters and communities? Sean spent time with Chris during a recent conference that SidePorch helped run focused on a resilient rebuild following the LA Fires. …

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#220 Trent Cotchin: One of AFL’s All-time greats on Staying Grounded and Leading Richmond Tigers to 3 Premierships! 1:10:12

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Trent Cotchin is Richmond’s three-time premiership captain, 2012 Brownlow Medallist and one of the AFL’s most respected leaders. Across 16 years and 306 games, Trent led the Tigers from decades of struggle into a golden era, lifting the premiership cup in 2017, 2019 and 2020. He shares lessons on resilience, leadership, and balancing elite sport wi…

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#377) 10 Salary Negotiation Laws to Maximize Your Job Offer | Sam Owens 10:09

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Learn the 10 essential salary negotiation laws to help you maximize your job offer and avoid costly mistakes. From timing your negotiations right to leveraging your value like a commodity in the job market, these tips will guide you to fair and beneficial compensation. We share practical advice on preparation, mindset, and strategy so you can appro…

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Episode 20: Rebuilding Using an Open Hand with Tyler Pew 42:25

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Send us a text 🔥 From Wildfire to Renewal: Greenville’s Reimagined Future In 2021, the Dixie Fire wiped out Greenville, CA in under an hour, destroying nearly a million acres. Among those left standing in the ashes was Tyler Pew, a fourth-generation local and design-build contractor. Faced with total loss, he moved back home from San Francisco and …

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#219 Orica’s CEO Sanjeev Gandhi: Mumbai to Germany, Japan & Australia — Breaking Barriers for Indian Leaders 1:09:38

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Episode #219 features Sanjeev Gandhi, Managing Director and CEO of Orica — a Melbourne-headquartered global leader in mining and infrastructure solutions. Sanjeev spent 26 years with BASF, where he held senior positions including Head of Asia Pacific and member of the Global Board of Directors, becoming the first Indian to serve in these roles. He …

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#376) Job Search Clarity: 4 Steps to Get Motivated | Elizabeth Lotardo 9:15

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Feeling stuck in your job search? Learn 4 steps to gain clarity, boost motivation, and land a role you truly want. Elizabeth Lotardo shares actionable tips to define goals, focus your search, and reignite your drive. Resources: Get more help on your applications from Let’s Eat, Grandma Check out Elizabeth's book, Leading Yourself Connect with Eliza…

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Episode 19: Quick Hits - Grace, Grief, and Megafires with Jennifer Grey Thompson 8:24

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Send us a text How do communities recover after disaster? And what happens when leaders try to move forward quickly, speeding past a process that would honor what has been lost? In this episode, Sean sits down with Jennifer Gray Thompson, founder of After the Fire USA. Jennifer has walked into some of the hardest-hit communities across the country,…

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#218 How Husband-Wife Duo Pip & Amy Turned Redundancy & AI Into "Springboards"- Raising $5M to Inspire Creativity 1:23:14

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Pip & Amy are the co-founders of Springboards -- an AI platform built for agencies, by agency veterans. They are also Husband and wife, ex-agency misfits and self described - accidental founders. From media roles in Sydney to creative gigs in San Francisco, with stints at Twitter, Shopify, and deep dives into Web3. When COVID hit, redundancy and a …

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Henrico CTE Now: S7, E13: Bruce Tibbetts, President of EMC Mechanical Services, and Neil Mott, Outside Sales Representative for NEFCO 22:40

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Bruce Tibbetts, President of EMC Mechanical Services, and Neil Mott, Outside Sales Representative for NEFCO, recently visited our students at the new ACE Center at Hermitage. They got a firsthand look at the incredible work our students are doing, building out the second floor of the facility. Tibbetts and Mott were blown away by the fact that our …

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#375) How to Stay Confident After Job Rejection | Elizabeth Lotardo 9:58

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Job rejection sucks—and Elizabeth Hurtado is here to help. In this Career Warrior Podcast guest session, she shares 4 powerful mindset shifts and real strategies to stay confident and resilient during the job hunt. If you're spiraling, doubting yourself, or just need some practical encouragement, this episode is your reminder: you're not alone, and…

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#217 Elena Verna: Leading Growth at Lovable (the World’s Fastest-Growing Startup today, Reaching $100M in 8 Months) 1:36:39

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Elena Verna is a renowned growth advisor to tech startups, and currently heads Growth at Lovable, one of the fastest growing tech startups globally -- where she helped the AI-native company reach $80M ARR in under seven months with a lean team. Previously, she held senior roles at world leading technology companies such as SurveyMonkey, Miro, Ampli…

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Episode 18: Navigating the Aftermath with Gavin Blair 40:17

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Send us a text What happens when the systems meant to protect us fall short? How might we rebuild them with compassion, insight, and integrity? In this episode of Shared Ground, we talk with Gavin Blair of Bright Harbor about the complex realities of disaster response and long-term recovery. Gavin has spent years working at the intersection of risk…

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#374) 5 Steps to Land Your Dream Job | Merryn Roberts-Huntley 11:08

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Feeling stuck in your job search? Wondering why those applications aren't getting responses? In this insightful guest lecture from the Career Warrior Podcast, executive coach Merryn Roberts-Huntley reveals the #1 mistake job seekers make—and how to avoid it. Instead of relying on online applications alone, Merryn introduces her game-changing “5 Ste…

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Episode 17: Quick Hits - From Firestorms to Community Strength with Matt Gonser and Jonathan Parfrey 8:23

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Send us a text How do we turn overwhelming climate risk into actionable hope? In this Quick Hits episode, Sean caught up with Matt Gonser, Climate Resilience Officer for LA County, and Jonathan Parfrey, Executive Director of Climate Resolve. Together, we break down what resilience actually means and how it’s being put into action across Los Angeles…

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#216 Max Marchione: Escaping the Sandpit, Defying Credentials, How "Superpower" Is Redefining Healthcare (His Most In-Depth Interview Yet) 1:24:35

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Max Marchione is the co-founde of Superpower, a San Francisco-based digital clinic making preventative, longevity-focused medicine accessible to millions. At just 25, Max has raised a $30M (USD) Series A and is building a healthcare super-app powered by AI, biomarkers, and proactive care. He is also one of the most fascinating people, our host Vidi…

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#373): Why Commenting on LinkedIn Might Be Better Than Posting 11:48

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Posting on LinkedIn is great. but it’s not the only way to grow your presence. In this episode, we explore the power of strategic commenting as a high-leverage tactic to boost visibility, engagement, and even job leads. Backed by data from Shield Analytics and the LinkedIn Creator Academy, we break down how and why commenting works, and how you can…

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Episode 16: Quick Hits - Stop Defending the Past and Start Imagining the Future with Nuin-Tara Key 4:41

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Send us a text What if resilience is not a finish line, but a way of moving through the world? In this episode, Nuin-Tara Key, Executive Director of Programs at California Forward, shares a sharp reframe on resilience and adaptation. She unpacks why these terms are often confused - and why that confusion holds us back. Adaptation is about respondin…

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Episode 15: Quick Hits - 21 years working on disasters with Justin Hoellerich 8:31

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Send us a text How Do You Rebuild After Losing Everything? In this episode, we sit down with disaster recovery expert Justin Hollerich from Bright Harbor to talk about what really helps after catastrophic loss—what works, what doesn’t, and what most people overlook. With over two decades navigating recovery from wildfires, floods, and hurricanes, J…

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#215 Brendan Hargreaves: Officeworks CFO on Quiet Influence & Finance Mastery in public and private companies 1:07:38

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Brendan Hargreaves is the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Officeworks, a $3B+ business with over 170 stores and 8,000+ team members. Previously, he held senior commercial and financial roles at Qantas ($17B+ revenue), Coles (800+ stores), Cleanaway (5,000+ employees), Village Roadshow, and The Warehouse Group (NZX: WHS, ~$3B market cap). Brendan i…

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Henrico CTE Now: S7, E12: Guests: Betty Wilson, and Jeff Taylor with the Virginia Department of Aviation. 46:34

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To understand the critical need for aircraft mechanics and other aviation professionals in Richmond and nationwide. We interviewed Betty Wilson, Public Relations and Education Manager, and Jeff Taylor, Aircraft Maintenance Manager, from the Virginia Department of Aviation.

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#372): How to Make Your LinkedIn Profile Appear in More Recruiter Searches 10:52

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If you think stuffing your LinkedIn profile with keywords is enough to get found by recruiters… think again. In this episode, we dive into the real mechanics behind LinkedIn’s algorithm — backed by data from LinkedIn, Jobscan, and recruiter behavior. You’ll learn the five profile fields that actually impact your visibility in search results, how re…

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Episode 14: Quick Hits - Defining Resilience, Finding Hope with Drew, Anuj and Lisa 7:24

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Send us a text What does resilience actually mean - and where do we find it? We recorded a series of special episodes at a recent gathering focused on rebuilding to insurable standards in Altadena and the Palisades. Sean sits down with three thoughtful leaders working across architecture, energy infrastructure, and philanthropy: Drew Pedrick (MCTIG…

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Episode 13: Coffee, Kindness, and the Long Haul with Jon Seidman 37:42

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Send us a text When disaster strikes, who shows up? And who keeps showing up after the headlines fade? In this episode of Shared Ground, Venice resident Jon Seidman joins Allan and Sean to talk about the quiet, enduring work of recovery after the Los Angeles fires. We decided to release this on the 6-month anniversary of the January fires - listen …

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#214 Simon Molnar: Jewellery store learnings to building Afterpay with his brother Nick and now redefining retail with Flagship 1:16:25

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Simon Molnar is the founder and CEO of Flagship, the startup helping retailers use data to optimise their physical stores. Previously, he co-founded Ice Jewellery and led data and marketing at Afterpay, the $39 billion fintech company co-founded by his brother, Nick Molnar, which was acquired by Square (now Block) in 2021. Raised in Sydney, he now …

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#371) How to Tailor Your Resume Fast (Without Rewriting Everything) 9:51

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Tailoring your resume is one of the most effective ways to land interviews, but most job seekers waste time rewriting the entire thing. In this episode, you'll learn how to tailor your resume quickly and strategically using the “Heatmap Method.” Follow us: Follow Let's Eat, Grandma on LinkedIn Use Chris' LinkedIn for the newsletter Check us out on …

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Episode 12: Finding Strength, Together, with Andrew King 35:56

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Send us a text What does it take to rebuild - not just homes, but a whole community - after disaster? When 90-mile-per-hour winds swept through Los Angeles County this January, fires devastated neighborhoods in Altadena and Pacific Palisades. In the aftermath, thousands of families faced the impossible: starting over. Among them was Andrew King, a …

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Henrico CTE Now: S7, E12: Guests: Chris Brock, Courtney Baker, Associated General Contractors of Virginia, Jacque Morton, IEC Chesapeake 40:54

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In this episode, we talk with representatives Chris Brock, VSC Fire & Security; Courtney Baker, Associated General Contractors of Virginia; and Jacque Morton, IEC Chesapeake. The Virginia School Boards Association has awarded these business partners with Henrico CTE the VSBA Honor Roll Award. We talk with them about why they partner with Henrico CT…

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#213 Dr. Bec Sheean: FightMND’s Research Director on Beating Motor Neurone Disease + AFL, Beanies & Big Freeze 1:10:49

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Dr Bec Sheean is the Director of Research and Programs at FightMND, leading strategy across all funded research and initiatives to accelerate progress against Motor Neurone Disease. With a PhD in neuroscience and a Graduate Certificate in Clinical Research, she champions collaborative, translational science. Bec chairs the International Research Di…

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#370) Reinvent Yourself or Be Left Behind – Here's Why | Nadya Zhexembayeva 30:54

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Is the career you're building today still going to exist in 6 years? Dr. Nadya joins us to explain why reinvention isn’t optional. It’s your survival skill in a rapidly shifting job market. Follow us: Use Chris' LinkedIn for the newsletter https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-villanueva-cprw/ Check us out on Instagram / letseatcommagrandma Follow Let'…

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Episode 11: Quick Hits - Being Inspired By and With Lori Gay 6:46

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Send us a text What happens when you've spent years helping communities increase home ownership only to see everything burn down? Beyond the ashes of wildfire devastation, communities face the dual challenge of rebuilding structures while preserving their human spirit. Sean had the chance to connect with Lori Gay, CEO of Neighborhood Housing Servic…

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Episode 10: Rebuilding LA While Healing the Bay with Tracy Quinn 42:16

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Send us a text What happens when fire meets ocean? In the aftermath of January's devastating fires that swept through Pacific Palisades and surrounding areas, the impacts stretched far beyond charred hillsides to affect even our coastal waters. Tracy Quinn, President and CEO of Heal the Bay, brings her unique perspective as both an environmental le…

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#212 Shannon Scott: Leading product at Airwallex globally, Small-Town Skiing, Building Palantir outside the US as employee #100 1:22:43

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Shannon Scott is the Senior Vice President, Global Head of Product at Airwallex, and Executive Director of Airwallex's Australia and New Zealand business entities. Shannon is responsible for Airwallex's product strategy and roadmap, spanning financial infrastructure, business software, and embedded finance solutions. Prior to Airwallex, Shannon was…

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#369) The Power (and Danger) of the Word ‘Should | Hilary Constable 19:42

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How does one small word “should” reshape team dynamics, influence internal narratives rooted in childhood conditioning, transform workplace language when replaced with healthier alternatives, mark pivotal shifts in individuals or teams, challenge leaders to give clear direction without ‘should-ing’ their team into disengagement, and highlight the f…

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#211 How Go1 Promotes From Within ft. their CEO, SVP Marketing & VP Product (Playbooks Report Feature) 1:04:28

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This episode is part of our recently released Startup Playbooks Report -- unpacking the playbooks of 9 of Australia’s fastest-growing startups and scale ups for the first time. Thanks to the report sponsors - Google Cloud, Vanta and Notion. Read the Playbooks Report here: http://playbooksreport.com/ In this conversation, we go inside Go1's playbook…

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Episode 9: Quick Hits - Grabbing Hope from Others' Stories with Abhishek Motayed 4:36

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Send us a text How do we maintain hope while facing growing environmental threats? Abhishek Motayed, founder and CEO of N5 Sensors, offers compelling insights into this question during our candid conversation about wildfire resilience and community protection. Abhishek's company develops critical technology that provides real-time information to pr…

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Episode 8: Quick Hits - Rising from the Ashes with Caroline Paules 5:15

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Send us a text What happens when everything around you burns to the ground, but your home miraculously survives? For Caroline Paules, this wasn't just a hypothetical question but her lived reality in the aftermath of the devastating 2025 Altadena fires. Standing amid the ruins of what was once a vibrant neighborhood in Jane's Village, Caroline made…

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Henrico CTE Now: S7, E11: Guests: Daniel Singleton, Nathan Jones, Landon Parent 31:18

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In this episode, we are talking to Daniel Singleton- ACE Center Program Manager and Lead Instructor in Fire Science/ Career Firefighter and Paramedic, Henrico Co. Division of Fire, Nathan Jones, Firefighting 1, ACE Hermitage, Landon Parent, Firefighting 1, ACE Hermitage. Like many counties across the country, Henrico County is looking to hire young…

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#210 Heidi's US & UK Expansion — Lessons from the Startup Growing Faster Than Canva (Playbooks Report Feature) 1:06:27

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This episode is part of our recently released Startup Playbooks Report -- unpacking the playbooks of 9 of Australia’s fastest-growing startups and scale ups for the first time. Thanks to the report sponsors - Google Cloud, Vanta and Notion. In this conversation, we go deep into Heidi's global expansion journey: how they’ve grown from Australia into…