Best Fixed Point Foundation Podcasts (2025)

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Turning Trash into Tech: The Garbage Company Using AI to Save Millions with Ryan Collins 1:26:53

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Ryan Collins calls himself a garbage man, but he's also the Managing Director at Tahoe Truckee Sierra Disposal (TTSD), a third-generation waste collection and recycling company in Northern California. After a stint in Silicon Valley, he came back to join the family business and walked into a world still powered by slide rulers, highlighters, and pa…

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Why Western Scholars Fail to Understand Islam: An In-Depth Analysis 58:33

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In this episode of 'Ideas Have Consequences,' Larry Alex Taunton delves into the reasons behind the Western scholarly community's difficulty in understanding the intrinsic connections between Islam and violent actions perpetrated in its name. Through a critique of historical and contemporary literature, Taunton examines the secular bias that often …

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Episode 245 - Why Shop Owners Need a Plan Beyond Fixing Cars With Cecil Bullard 1:24:00

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Don't get to the end of this year wishing you had taken action to change your business and your life. Click here to schedule a free discovery call for your business: https://geni.us/IFORABE Don't miss an upcoming event with The Institute: https://geni.us/InstituteEvents2026 Shop-Ware gives you the tools to provide your shop with everything needed t…

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Bonus Episode - Smart Consumer Financing and the Modern Shop Owner’s Journey With Liz Perkins 1:05:18

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Don't get to the end of this year wishing you had taken action to change your business and your life. Click here to schedule a free discovery call for your business: https://geni.us/IFORABE Don't miss an upcoming event with The Institute: https://geni.us/InstituteEvents2026 Shop-Ware gives you the tools to provide your shop with everything needed t…

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Socialism, Islam & the Future of the West 50:09

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Episode 244 - The Power of Accountability and Setting Standards in Business With Jeremy Hoyle 1:09:54

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Don't get to the end of this year wishing you had taken action to change your business and your life. Click here to schedule a free discovery call for your business: https://geni.us/IFORABE Don't miss an upcoming event with The Institute: https://geni.us/InstituteEvents2026 Shop-Ware gives you the tools to provide your shop with everything needed t…

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Building Global Culture for Purpose and Profit: Lessons from Scaling Twitter with Maya Hari 1:21:16

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In this episode, Ashok is joined by Maya Hari, global executive, board member, and now co-founder of Genie Health. Maya has led teams across Twitter, Google, Samsung, and other global companies, and now sits on the boards of public enterprises like Saint-Gobain. What makes her perspective rare isn't just her resume. It's her clarity around what cul…

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The Ideologies That Breed Evil — And How We Fight Back 52:04

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Episode 243 - Facing Burnout and Building a Side Hustle With Kyle Buenger 1:15:34

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Don't get to the end of this year wishing you had taken action to change your business and your life. Click here to schedule a free discovery call for your business: https://geni.us/IFORABE Don't miss an upcoming event with The Institute: https://geni.us/InstituteEvents2026 Shop-Ware gives you the tools to provide your shop with everything needed t…

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Top 5 Mistakes Leaders Make in AI & Data Strategy, And How to Fix Them with David Cohen 58:43

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Leaders are under pressure to "do something with AI," but many end up making the same preventable mistakes that derail their data strategy before it starts. In this episode, Ashok sits down with David Cohen, founder of Superposition Strategy, to run a live workshop identifying the top five strategic missteps leaders make—and more importantly, how t…

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The TRUTH Behind the Christian Genocide In Nigeria 1:24:20

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The truth you’re not hearing from the media. In this gripping episode of Ideas Have Consequences, Larry Alex Taunton uncovers the shocking reality of a Christian genocide taking place right now in Nigeria — a crisis ignored by Western governments, mainstream media, and much of the global church. Larry shares stories from his time on the ground in N…

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Episode 242 - From Hot Yoga to Hot Leads With Hallie & Caroline of Shop Marketing Pros 1:15:01

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Don't get to the end of this year wishing you had taken action to change your business and your life. Click here to schedule a free discovery call for your business: https://geni.us/IFORABE Don't miss an upcoming event with The Institute: https://geni.us/InstituteEvents2026 Shop-Ware gives you the tools to provide your shop with everything needed t…

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Parenting Has Consequences: The Battle for Your Child’s Soul 1:00:51

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Episode 241 - Building Better Auto Shops Through EOS & Mastermind Groups with Adam Rath 1:14:19

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Don't get to the end of this year wishing you had taken action to change your business and your life. Click here to schedule a free discovery call for your business: https://geni.us/IFORABE Don't miss an upcoming event with The Institute: https://geni.us/InstituteEvents2026 Shop-Ware gives you the tools to provide your shop with everything needed t…

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De-risking AI-enabled Business Models with Lean Thinking 13:49

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In this episode, Ashok shares a story from a long established services company with a big vision for transformation. The leadership team set their sights on launching a new AI enabled membership business. The original plan involved technology, acquisitions, and a long wait before revenue or even a customer touchpoint. Instead of waiting nine months…

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Unmasking the Radical Left–Islamic Alliance 54:45

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They shouldn’t be on the same side… but THIS explains it.By Fixed Point Foundation

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Episode 240 - Transforming Auto Shop Training and Staff Accountability with Samantha Higdon from Shift Point Academy 1:08:24

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Don't get to the end of this year wishing you had taken action to change your business and your life. Click here to schedule a free discovery call for your business: https://geni.us/IFORABE Don't miss an upcoming event with The Institute: https://geni.us/InstituteEvents2026 Shop-Ware gives you the tools to provide your shop with everything needed t…

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Preparing Your Company for AI: Cultural Values and Principles You NEED Before You Make Big Changes 27:46

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Learn the best culture secrets from top tech companies! Guest Farhan Thawar of Shopify shares powerful principles—from "Responsibility vs. Accountability" to "Subtraction"—that CEOs in any industry can use to build elite teams. You've heard the AI hype, but what about the culture that builds it or integrates it well? Successful tech companies run o…

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I Went Undercover To An ANTIFA meeting 51:17

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In this episode, we delve into Antifa — the alleged anti-fascist group labeled by the President of the United States as a domestic terrorist organization. Through firsthand undercover experience, we explore what happens inside these meetings, how young radicals are drawn in, and the dangerous illusion of being “on the right side of history.…

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Episode 239 - The Real Risks Behind Cheap Collision Repair with Ken Miller 1:04:58

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Don't get to the end of this year wishing you had taken action to change your business and your life. Click here to schedule a free discovery call for your business: https://geni.us/IFORABE Don't miss an upcoming event with The Institute: https://geni.us/InstituteEvents2026 Shop-Ware gives you the tools to provide your shop with everything needed t…

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How Shopify Stays on the Bleeding Edge: AI, Culture, and Operating Like You'll Be Relevant in 20 Years (with Head of Engineering, Farhan Thawar) 1:06:55

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In this episode of Convergence.fm, Ashok Sivanand sits down with Farhan Thawar, Head of Engineering at Shopify, to go behind the scenes of how Shopify not only keeps pace with rapid change but leads it. The discussion explores how Shopify became one of the first platforms to allow merchants to sell products directly inside ChatGPT, why that move ch…

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The Dangerous Ideas Destroying the West 1:22:54

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Episode 238 - Building on a Legacy Optimizing Shop Culture and Empowering Teams With Tonnika Haynes 1:11:55

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Don't get to the end of this year wishing you had taken action to change your business and your life. Click here to schedule a free discovery call for your business: https://geni.us/IFORABE Don't miss an upcoming event with The Institute: https://geni.us/InstituteEvents2026 Shop-Ware gives you the tools to provide your shop with everything needed t…

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Your AI Vibe Coding Side Project: Hobby or High-Growth Business? (5 Tests) 21:56

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AI-powered "vibe coding" makes it easier than ever to turn your imagination into a working app, but are you building a fun hobby or a viable business? The line is blurring, and many creators are confusing the joy of building with the traction needed for a real startup. This episode provides a framework to help you distinguish between a passion proj…

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The Truth About Islam They Don’t Want You to Hear 1:34:25

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Episode 237 - How Mindset and Foundational Principles Can Change Your Shop’s Trajectory With Cecil Bullard 1:26:07

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Don't get to the end of this year wishing you had taken action to change your business and your life. Click here to schedule a free discovery call for your business: https://geni.us/IFORABE Don't miss an upcoming event with The Institute: https://geni.us/InstituteEvents2026 Shop-Ware gives you the tools to provide your shop with everything needed t…

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AI Strategy That Actually Works: From Startup to Spotify to Search Fund with Tommy Högström 1:09:48

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AI strategist Tommy Högström, who has guided giants like Spotify, H&M, and McDonald's, reveals the truth about implementing AI, scaling product teams, and the entrepreneurial journey. From founding his own AI consultancy in Sweden to leading financial forecasting at Spotify and now launching a search fund to acquire a software business, Tommy offer…

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Why Truth Matters in Podcasting 57:27

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In this episode of Ideas Have Consequences, Larry Alex Taunton unpacks the moral responsibility of podcasters and public voices. Why do ideas matter? How should we use platforms—with truth or for clicks? Drawing from his years as a teacher, writer, and speaker, Larry shares why moral integrity and critical thinking are essential in shaping culture.…

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Episode 236 - Industry Burnout, Stress, Shop Culture, and Work-Life Balance With Nicholas Lerubino 1:03:57

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Don't get to the end of this year wishing you had taken action to change your business and your life. Click here to schedule a free discovery call for your business: https://geni.us/IFORABE Don't miss an upcoming event with The Institute: https://geni.us/InstituteEvents2026 Shop-Ware gives you the tools to provide your shop with everything needed t…

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Fix Your Broken Delivery Engine: A Case Study in AI Creativity, Agile and Vendor Management 16:30

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A company spends $10M over two years on a critical software product, but after firing one vendor and hiring a second, they still have nothing to show for it. This case study details the 5-step action plan used to rescue a failing project, restore internal credibility, and get product delivery back on track. From revamping the product roadmap and re…

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Charlie Kirk Memorial: A Moment of Faith, Patriotism & Forgiveness 1:05:18

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In this powerful episode of Ideas Have Consequences, Larry Alex Taunton offers a heartfelt reflection on the Charlie Kirk Memorial Service in Glendale, Arizona — an unprecedented gathering of nearly 300,000 Christians. Marked by gospel-centered messages, moments of deep sorrow and profound hope, the event featured emotional speeches from Erica Kirk…

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Episode 235 - Gatekeeping vs. Mentoring in the Shop With Bob Leonard 1:13:23

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Don't get to the end of this year wishing you had taken action to change your business and your life. Click here to schedule a free discovery call for your business: https://geni.us/IFORABE Don't miss an upcoming event with The Institute: https://geni.us/InstituteEvents2026 Shop-Ware gives you the tools to provide your shop with everything needed t…

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AI Governance, Product-Market Fit & the Founder Mindset — John Rood on Building, Exiting & Starting Again 1:09:25

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From testing markets with a simple Google ads landing page to scaling a multi-million dollar education business, John Rood has learned what it takes to build, exit, and start again. In this episode, John shares the lessons that shaped his journey: the importance of hiring specialists at the right time, why EOS was transformational for scaling, and …

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Bonus Episode - When Good Intentions Hurt Car Count, Conversions, and Business In General 1:04:27

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Don't get to the end of this year wishing you had taken action to change your business and your life. Click here to schedule a free discovery call for your business: https://geni.us/IFORABE Don't miss an upcoming event with The Institute: https://geni.us/InstituteEvents2026 Shop-Ware gives you the tools to provide your shop with everything needed t…

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Charlie Kirk and the Silent Crisis of Radicalized Youth 1:13:33

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Episode 234 - Why Feedback and Connection Matter for Growth With Justin Allen 1:12:03

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Don't get to the end of this year wishing you had taken action to change your business and your life. Click here to schedule a free discovery call for your business: https://geni.us/IFORABE Don't miss an upcoming event with The Institute: https://geni.us/InstituteEvents2026 Shop-Ware gives you the tools to provide your shop with everything needed t…