Best Cognitive Search Podcast Podcasts (2025)

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Conversational AI meets cognitive bias: Re-engineering search strategy for the human brain 50:02

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Join Garrett Sussman, Director of Marketing at iPullRank, as he explores how conversational AI and cognitive bias are reshaping search strategy in 2025. In this episode, Garrett breaks down how chat-style answer engines—like Google’s AI Overviews and AI Mode, and OpenAI’s ChatGPT—tap into psychological shortcuts that influence how people discover a…

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Resumé Driven Development - Your Career is In Your Hands 12:27

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In this episode we'll discuss why "Résumé Driven Development" is a powerful mental model for building a thriving career. Instead of seeing your résumé as just a job-hunting tool, you'll learn to use it as a guide for setting measurable, impactful goals that benefit you, your manager, and your company. Focus on Impact, Not Just Tasks: Discover why a…

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The Death of Facebook Ads - Interview with Doberman Dan 1:29:30

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On this episode, we welcome "Doberman Dan" back to the show. He is a 30-year serial entrepreneur, direct response marketer, and copywriter specializing in creating insanely fast profits for himself and other small business owners worldwide. On this episode, we'll discuss the decline of Facebook ads and the resurgence of direct mail advertising. You…

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Forced and Unforced Errors 15:31

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In this episode, we introduce a simple yet powerful mental model from the world of sports: forced vs. unforced errors. By understanding this concept, you can shift your focus from things outside your control to the simple, foundational behaviours that truly define a successful career. Understand the Difference: Learn the distinction between forced …

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View Your Productivity Through the Lens of Values and Priorities 13:39

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In this episode, we introduce two fundamental thought experiments to help you uncover your true priorities and core values. By exploring scenarios of scarcity and abundance, you'll learn to align your daily actions with what truly matters, leading to a more satisfied career and life. Uncover Your Priorities: Engage in a "5% exercise" where you imag…

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How to Ride the AI-Tsunami of Change with Whitfield Athey, COO @ [cognition] 30:11

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In this episode of [radically candid], Whitfield Athey, Chief Operations Officer at [cognition], discusses these changes and how to plan for the disruptions AI will cause in the next 2-3 years with Tim Rowe. Who's This Conversation For This is an important conversation that businesses (and families alike) should be having and taking into account du…

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This One Skill Signifies Seniority For Software Engineers 14:28

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This episode explains what is arguably the best career advice you'll hear this week: the one skill that signifies seniority in software engineers is the ability to synthesise and optimise for multiple factors at once. Instead of focusing on a single factor, such as performance or maintainability, senior engineers identify and weigh the various trad…

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Backup Plans and Risk Reward Curves 13:50

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This episode focuses on the critical importance of having a backup plan, not just for technical redundancies but especially for situations involving human error, which are highly prevalent in one's career. The core argument hinges on understanding risk and reward curves, highlighting the disproportionate impact of failures compared to incremental s…

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Worth the Lipstick? 44:53

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Regardless of your sexual orientation, age group, or where you live, dating in 2025 is more of a don’t than a do. We are swiping left, swiping less, or not at all; many are simply tapping out. Face-to-face human connection has become so 2000. It is especially hard for straight women who long for romantic connection, but wind up empty-handed and lef…

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The Art & Science of Metawar: How to Coexist With AI-Driven Reality Distortion, Disinformation 1:17:49

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On this episode, we welcome Winn Schwartau, author of the new book The Art & Science of Metawar: How to Coexist With AI-Driven Reality. Winn has spent decades studying how technology shapes human behavior and decision-making. One of his most compelling areas of expertise is how social media advertisers deliberately use dopamine-triggering tactics—l…

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Second Order Consequences and Forcing Functions 23:45

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Todays episode delves into understanding and leveraging second and third-order consequences – the ripple effects that occur after an initial action – and introduces forcing functions, which are an inverted way of thinking about these consequences, designed to drive desired outcomes by first determining "what must be true" for them to occur. The epi…

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Don't Try to Solve Hyperobject Problems Once 15:46

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This episode delves into the philosophical concept of hyperobjects – problems so vast and complex they lack clear boundaries and cannot be "solved" once and for all. It explores why attempting to permanently fix issues like technical debt, user experience, or performance management is often ineffective. Instead, it offers a new perspective: how to …

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The Number ONE Trick You Can Use Right Now To Crank Up Your Email Open Rates 1:20:32

1M ago1:20:32

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On this episode, data scientist Jonathan Adams joins us to discuss copywriting, email marketing, AI, and more. Jonathan will share some email marketing tips, including the number one trick you can use right now to crank up your email open rates by 6X. You can learn more about Jonathan's work by visiting https://measurableadvertising.com.…

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How to Navigate The Big Shift: of Streaming TV and Search with Amber Daniel, CRO @ [cognition] 25:28

1M ago25:28

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🎧 Episode Highlights This week on [radically candid], Tim Rowe sits down with [cognition]'s Chief Revenue Officer, Amber Daniel, to break down the massive shifts rocking the advertising world—from the streaming takeover to the rise of AI search. ⏱️ Quick Takeaways: Streaming Drives Search: Did you know? As much as 30% of all website traffic origina…

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Adam Zeman - Neurologist / Shape Of Things Unseen 1:14:05

1M ago1:14:05

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What does it mean to see with the mind’s eye — or not see at all? Do YOU see pictures in your mind? What if you couldn’t? In this mind-blowing episode, we sit down with Professor Adam Zeman, the world-renowned neurologist who discovered and coined the term “aphantasia” — a condition where people cannot form mental images. Zeman shares the fascinati…

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Behavior Change 101: Trigger, Incentive, and Ability 20:16

2M ago20:16

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This episode delves into a powerful model for encouraging behaviour change, applicable to both managing others and self-improvement, by focusing on three critical factors: Trigger, Incentive, and Ability. It challenges common, ineffective management approaches and provides insights into fostering new habits and desired actions by making the 'right'…

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Selling Ozzy Osbourne's DNA, Burger King's Gamification Strategy, and Is AI Conspiring to Kill Us? 47:24

2M ago47:24

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On this episode, we tackle a flight of persuasion with topics like Liquid Death selling Ozzy's DNA, Burger King's brilliant strategy for more in-app engagement, and finally... does AI have a sinister side it's hiding from us?By Jonathan Taylor

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Pitch Perfect: Inside the Charm of Persuasive AI Voices 46:53

2M ago46:53

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On this episode, we welcome Enrico Faccioli to the show to discuss how AI voice technology is being used in social engineering attacks. Voice, speed, prompts, and background noise are making AI more persuasive and harder to distinguish from people you may know and trust. His company Vishr.AI, uses voice AI agents to test and train employees against…

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Five Years of Flow: Our Ends With Z Journey 46:45

2M ago46:45

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Created from conversations among friends during the early days of the Covid-19 pandemic, we are proud to celebrate the 5-year anniversary of our Ends With Z podcast! In this milestone episode, Cecile, Juan, and Shawn reflect on their podcast journey, the evolution and impact of the show, the community it's built, and guests we've hosted and introdu…

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Goal of the Goal - Using Goals As A Prioritization Clarifying Tool 26:13

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This episode delves into the crucial role of well-positioned goals in a developer's career. It asserts that goals provide clarity, perspective, and purpose, particularly focusing on clarity as a primary benefit. The discussion challenges common struggles with goal setting, including the often-overlooked importance of relevance (the 'R' in SMART goa…

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136: What business Purpose, inclusive culture and ESG reporting mean in global citizen services businesses: A conversation with Shikhar Aggarwal, JMD, BLS International 16:47

2M ago16:47

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Shownotes: 5 years post COVID I continue to ask the question – Do organisations need to have a business purpose? And what does having a business purpose mean in practice? For the 136th episode of The 🐘 in the Room podcast I spoke with Shikhar Aggarwal, the Joint Managing Director of BLS International one of the world’s largest global service delive…

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263. Why I Changed My Mind About Hydrogen Water (with Tyler LeBaron) 2:01:22

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Ever wondered why a molecule as simple as hydrogen could influence everything from Parkinson's to metabolic syndrome? We explored how molecular hydrogen selectively targets only the most harmful free radicals while leaving beneficial ones alone, making it fundamentally different from every other antioxidant supplement gathering dust in your cabinet…

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The Secret Sauce Behind Cult Followings - Strategies from the Biggest Retailers 1:11:31

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On this 400th episode, David Dutton and Ben Blackmon join us to discuss how certain retail brands methodically turn casual shoppers into fanatics by employing persuasion principles such as scarcity, social proof, and commitment & consistency.By Jonathan Taylor

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AI-ready schema: Feeding Google’s answer engines with structured data 37:08

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Join Alex Moss, Principal SEO at Yoast and co-founder of FireCask, as he dives into the world of AI-ready schema and structured data, sharing insights from his 20+ years of experience in technical SEO. In this episode, Alex walks us through how schema has evolved to support Google’s AI-driven answer engines, and why it’s more important than ever to…

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Your Capacity for Growth Is Dependent on This Factor - Cognitive Load Theory 23:49

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Today we explore Cognitive Load Theory. This concept can profoundly influence how you structure your workday, manage teams, and approach learning in your career. The episode highlights that much of professional work, particularly in knowledge-based roles like software engineering, is fundamentally about learning. You will discover that there is an …

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Investigating Your Invisible Systems 16:20

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This episode focuses again on the fundamental principle that your systems are perfectly designed for the outcomes you are experiencing, regardless of whether those systems were intentionally or accidentally created. Here are the key takeaways from the episode: Uncover how your systems, whether intentionally or accidentally designed, are perfectly c…

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135: Transforming and building trust in Carbon Markets : Insights from Shreya Garg 22:15

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There is research to show that climate washing is on the uptick along with a growing trend by companies worldwide to utilise carbon credits to offset greenhouse gas emissions. The trend (carbon offsetting) is driven largely by companies making net-zero pledges. However in the absence of standardised frameworks and regulations claims of greenwashing…

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134: A conversation with Akashdeep Bansal CEO SaralX on redefining accessibility in society 31:58

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Show notes: Are there people who inspire you, make you want to be better and do better? I have been fortunate to meet with amazing and inspirational people from all walks of life through my podcast The Elephant in the Room. Individuals who refuse to be defined by their circumstances or the challenges they encounter in life. Akashdeep Bansal, CEO of…

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Author vs AI – How to Write a Book a Week Without Using AI 59:44

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On this episode, we welcome Alison McBain to the show. In 2024, Alison pursued a project called “Author Versus AI,” where she wrote a book a week, using no AI at all (resulting in 34 books in total). She’ll share her own story, and how anyone can write a book in a week without using AI. You can learn more about Alison at https://www.alisonmcbain.co…

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Sara Seager - MIT/NASA In Search of New Worlds 33:44

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Professor Sara Seager is an astrophysicist and a Professor of Physics, Professor of Planetary Science, and a Professor of Aeronautics and Astronautics at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology where she holds the Class of 1941 Professor Chair. She has been a pioneer in the vast and unknown world of exoplanets, planets that orbit stars other than…

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Perfection Is Fragile, and You Should Avoid It 20:03

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This episode discusses why perfection is a dangerous and fragile goal, explaining how striving for 100% leads to unsustainable outlier states. It highlights how setting perfection as a bar can cause commitments to break and plans to fail due to a lack of slack, and offers strategies like building redundancy and planning with slack to achieve goals …

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How to find your dream job in Streaming TV with Alex Mills, Head of People @ [cognition] 30:52

3M ago30:52

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🎧 Episode Highlights This week on [radically candid], Tim Rowe gets a behind-the-scenes look at recruiting and culture building with our Head of People, Alexandra Mills of [cognition]. ⏱️ Quick Takeaways: People vs. HR: "People" isn't just the new HR—it's about fostering a holistic, supportive ecosystem. Authenticity is Key: In the age of AI, being…

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AI & SEO: How Artificial Intelligence Is Transforming Search Engine Optimization 1:01:16

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AI is fundamentally changing how content is discovered, processed, and presented through AI platforms and AI-powered search. On this episode, copywriter Scott McKelvey joins us to talk about writing content to show up in AI-generated answers, summaries, and overviews. You can learn more about Scott and read some of his work by visiting https://www.…

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Your System is Perfectly Designed for Your Current Outcomes 18:14

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This episode introduces the potentially controversial principle that your system is perfectly designed for its current outcomes, urging listeners to embrace greater responsibility for systemic issues. It explores how to redefine system boundaries to holistically integrate all influencing factors, like talent and organisational processes, ensuring t…

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Using LLMs To Expand Your Working Vocabulary 13:26

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This episode explores the fundamental mindset of building your vocabulary, extending beyond literal words to conceptual understanding and mental models, and how Large Language Models (LLMs) can be a powerful tool for expanding and refining this crucial skill for career growth, clarity, and navigating disruptions. Uncover why building your vocabular…

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262. Gut Expert Reveals The Best Herbs for Parasites (Evan Brand) 1:32:14

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🗞️ Newsletter — Reclaim Your Optimal Health: https://www.paulsaladinomd.co/sign-up Find out your ideal diet with my ANIMAL-BASED CALCULATOR: https://www.paulsaladinomd.co/ab-guide#calculator Ever wonder why you're exhausted despite eating well, or why your child's behavioral issues seem impossible to solve? The answers might be hiding in tests your…

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How to navigate the M&A Journey with Brian Dukes, Managing Partner @ Exitwise 29:32

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🎧 Episode Highlights [radically candid] hosts Brian Dukes (Exitwise) to demystify M&A for founders. Learn to destigmatize exits, prepare from day one with financial hygiene and a strong team, and turn M&A into a strategic win. Brian shares how proactive planning and Exitwise empower this journey. ⏱️ Quick Takeaways (2-min read) The Stigma: Demystif…

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Is AI Becoming More Persuasive Than Humans? We Discuss with a Trained Hypnotist 44:57

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AI is increasingly adept at persuasion, leveraging personalized messaging and real-time psychological profiling to influence individuals. On this episode, Todd Goodwin, a Board Certified Hypnotist, joins us to discuss how humans could steer AI to manipulate vulnerable (most) people to act against their self-interest. Todd is among the few hypnotist…

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261. How We Lost Control of Our Food w/ Kyle Diamantas 16:03

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🗞️ Newsletter — Reclaim Your Optimal health: https://www.paulsaladinomd.co/sign-up Find out your ideal diet with my ANIMAL-BASED CALCULATOR: https://www.paulsaladinomd.co/ab-guide#calculator What if the system that allowed thousands of chemicals into our food with minimal oversight is finally getting a major overhaul? For years, a loophole meant fo…

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Great Reviews and Terrible Tacos - Sharpening Substitute Questions with Counterfactuals 23:28

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This episode delves into the use of substitute questions—simpler queries we use to answer more complex ones—and the crucial concept of cohesion between these substitutes and our true objectives. You'll learn how to leverage counterfactual thinking to scrutinize your assumptions and enhance the effectiveness of your decisions. Discover two powerful …

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Why Maintenance Matters Now - Construal Level Theory, Marshmallows, and Hyperbolic Discounting 22:57

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This episode explores why maintenance tasks, despite their fundamental importance, are often neglected or deprioritised in our daily lives and professional work. It delves into the psychological biases that make consistent maintenance challenging, such as hyperbolic discounting, where immediate gratification is valued over future gains, and the con…

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The AI reality: Navigating strategic shifts in SEO 37:12

3M ago37:12

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Join Barry Schwartz, President at RustyBrick, Thomas Phillips, Co-Founder of DTC SEO Agency, and Janna Pugh, SEO Specialist at Five9, as they discuss how AI-driven search is rewriting the SEO rulebook. Discover where generative tools like ChatGPT and Gemini genuinely speed up competitor research, interlinking, and product categorization—and where u…

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How to scale Streaming TV ad tech development with Collin Davis, CTO @ [cognition] 31:44

4M ago31:44

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🎧 Episode Highlights In this tech-forward episode of [radically candid], Tim Rowe sits down with Colin Davis, CTO @ [cognition], to unpack the powerful engine behind dynamic creative, automation, and attribution in streaming TV advertising. From ingesting massive data sets and inventory feeds to serving personalized, performance-driven creative—Col…

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The 15 Most Powerful Cognitive Shortcuts in Persuasion 1:00:00

4M ago1:00:00

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On this episode, we'll wrap up our discussion of the Puppet Masters Bible by Tom Walker.By Jonathan Taylor

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260. What This White House Report Reveals About Our Toxic Food w/ Vani Hari 21:11

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🗞️ Newsletter — Reclaim Your Optimal Health: https://www.paulsaladinomd.co/sign-up Find out your ideal diet with my ANIMAL-BASED CALCULATOR: https://www.paulsaladinomd.co/ab-guide Last week, I had the privilege of attending a press conference at the White House where I got the opportunity to sit down with Vani Hari. Vani has been one of the leaders…

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Follow This Principle - Establish Your Baselines 8:00

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This episode introduces a profound yet simple principle: knowing your baselines. This concept is crucial for effectively detecting and measuring change in your life and career. Uncover the fundamental idea that to recognise when something has changed, you must first understand what things were like before the change occurred. Often, people haven't …

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259. Unfiltered Interview with RFK Jr. at the White House 13:10

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Puppet Master Persuasion - We Discuss a Field Guide to Everyday Persuasion 1:03:36

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On this episode, we'll be discussing the book "The Puppet Masters Bible" by Tom Walker. Our brain is a predictable machine. It operates on patterns, and when you know how to disrupt those patterns, you can reprogram it. That’s where neuroscience-backed manipulation comes in. It's nothing new, but we'll be discussing some of our biggest takeaways fr…

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Building a Sustainable SEO Strategy for Local Businesses 30:02

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In this episode, John Reinesch, Founder of Asset Growth, shares key insights into building and sustaining effective local SEO strategies. Learn about long-term versus short-term tactics, foundational SEO elements, adapting to algorithm changes, and the importance of leveraging content. John also covers community-focused backlink building, mobile op…

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How to evolve as an account manager at a Streaming TV ad tech startup with John Stark, VP of Accounts (retired) @ [cognition] 22:37

4M ago22:37

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🎧 Episode Highlights In this heartfelt episode of [radically candid], Tim Rowe sits down with John Stark, retiring VP of Account Management @ [cognition], to reflect on the company’s journey—from being spotlighted by Amazon for dynamic display to becoming a full-stack ad tech solution for streaming TV. John shares what it really means to build, gro…