Best Paul Dow Podcasts (2025)

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Hopping to the Top: TaskRabbit CEO Ania Smith Tells All 27:44

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In the hope of a better life in America, Ania Smith and her mother immigrated from Warsaw, Poland, to Sioux Falls, South Dakota, joining her father, who had made the trip years earlier. Although inspired by the endless possibilities that America offered, Ania never dreamed of how far she would go in life, nor did she imagine becoming the CEO of Tas…

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The inside story from Labour Party conference 50:27

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This week's episode is a little different, as listeners are taken deep within Labour’s annual party conference, giving you the inside track on how things unfolded in Liverpool over the past few days, from Andy Burnham's leadership challenge, Cabinet ministers taking on Nigel Farage, as well as the less serious moments such as a charity rugby league…

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The G.O.A.T. Tom Brady Shares New Business Venture 13:55

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Legendary Quarterback and FOX NFL Lead Analyst Tom Brady announces that he has joined Aespace, the world’s first robotic massage technology company. Brady explains how he plans to incorporate his own recovery and massage methods into his new business venture, propelling the company into the athletic space. Tom and Aescape founder and CEO Eric Litma…

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The Ultimate Makeover: How Ousted Beautycounter CEO Gregg Renfrew Reclaimed Her Throne 38:43

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CEO of Beautycounter Gregg Renfrew is the comeback queen. She shares her experience creating and growing the clean beauty brand into a billion-dollar business, effectively nurturing a movement of better skin products for women. Gregg shares how, after being ousted as CEO, she regained control of her business in two years and made it better than eve…

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Lib Dem conference lowdown 35:32

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This week the focus is on the Liberal Democrats after the party held their annual conference in Bournemouth. Which despite still giving off a celebratory mood at becoming the third-largest party in the Commons last year, was beset by questions over whether Ed Davey’s stunt-based leadership style is wearing a little thin. And a discussion whether th…

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Baby Bottles AND Business with Yvon Bock, CEO of Hegen 33:56

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How is one mother and entrepreneur empowering 100 million mothers around the world? Meet Yvon Bock, the Founder and CEO of Hegen, a company that sells baby bottles and breastfeeding products . She has a fascinating story about how she went from a career in sales to becoming a stay at home mom to founding one of the fastest growing companies focused…

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Her Golden Ticket Out of a Warehouse Closet: Julia Hartz on Building Eventbrite 36:47

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From ticketing small tech meetups and indie concerts to powering massive events like the Dalai Lama appearances, Eventbrite’s growth has been fueled by a passion for bringing people together. Co-founder and CEO of Eventbrite, Julia Hartz, describes how she turned a scrappy startup launched in a tiny office closet into a global platform connecting m…

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Unmasking the 'dark arts' of political whipping 46:48

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This week the so-called ‘dark arts’ of politics are being demystified, with a look inside the system known as whipping, where MPs are corralled by fair means or foul into voting with their party’s leadership in Parliament. But in the modern era have things moved more from threats of punishment to pastoral care? And have the days of the 'little blac…

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Paul Ollinger: Quitting Facebook, Finding Funny 29:45

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When Paul Ollinger left Facebook to pursue a career in stand-up comedy, he didn’t know if he would succeed, but sometimes, the scariest choices are the most honest ones. Host of the ‘Reasonably Happy Podcast’ and successful stand-up comic Paul Ollinger shares his story, from what drove him to leave his career at Facebook to his first time opening f…

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Is Keir committed to cleaning up politics? 46:24

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This week is a look under the bonnet of British politics, and shining a light into the dark corners of how Westminster’s finances operates, and seeing if the endless pledges to close loopholes and tighten regulations after every scandal have actually led to a crackdown on illegal lobbying and undue influence on democracy. Or whether the UK remains …

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Go 'Fora' It! Uber-izing Travel Agents is Henley Vazquez's Winning Bet 37:56

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Who says your dream vacation is just for summer? As the seasons change, Liz encourages listeners to grab their passports, duffel bags and listen to today's episode with Co-Founder and CEO of Fora Travel, Henley Vazquez. Henley shares how she took her career to new heights, creating a travel company concept like no other. She describes her business …

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Labour's Autumn of discontent 48:58

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As MPs returned to Westminster after the summer recess, this week we’re looking ahead to a crucial autumn for this government, packed full of potential pitfalls as they hope year two in office is an upgrade from a tricky first 12 months. But after a clunky internal Downing Street reset and distracting revelations about Angela Rayner’s tax affairs, …

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The Man Who Sees The Future: My Conversation With Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang 16:04

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Last month, the multinational tech company Nvidia became the first company in the world to surpass $4 trillion in market value. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang joined the Claman Countdown to discuss the company's financial performance, which is due to the growing demand for artificial intelligence. Jensen explains how the Trump administration may interfere…

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Helen Miller on Labour's economic record 37:42

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This week is the sixth and final episode in our series over Parliament’s summer recess, speaking to experts and looking at how Labour have performed in their first year in office in some of the big policy areas, and the biggest has been saved until last; the economy. Fixing the country’s finances was their number one priority when Keir Starmer came…

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Re-Release! Chemistry AND Cooking: Christophe Lavelle on molecular gastronomy 27:48

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For some inspiring summer listening we are re-sharing some of our favorite episodes on the power of science and chemistry. This is a special episode on chemistry AND cooking with Christophe Lavelle, an expert in molecular gastronomy. And stay tuned for our next season featuring our customers and partners starting in September! ---------- Chemistry …

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Snooki Unplugged: How Jersey Shore’s Star Transformed Into Business Boss 38:18

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Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi opens up about her wild ride from pint-sized party queen of MTV’s Jersey Shore to powerhouse mom, author, and entrepreneur. She shares how a tanning-bed-filled Facebook ad led her to reality TV fame, what it was like to party hard (and get arrested) under the world’s spotlight, and how she managed to laugh off the haters whi…

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Paul Nowak on Labour's workers' rights record 36:01

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In the latest episode in a series over Parliament’s summer recess, speaking to experts looking at how Labour have performed in their first year in office, this week the focus is on the world of work, from employment rights, public sector pay, and the government’s relationship with trade unions. Host Alain Tolhurst is joined by Paul Nowak, general s…

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The Overachiever's Playbook: How Fox's Brian Kilmeade Lives a Full-Tilt Life 26:22

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"How does he do it all?" - Liz Dubbed "one of the hardest working men at FOX," co-host of FOX & Friends and host of The Brian Kilmeade Show, Brian Kilmeade is everywhere at FOX, from the morning show to radio. He shares the secrets to his success. Brian breaks down how he manages his day-to-day calendar and how he got to where he is today. He provi…

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Labour's bill of health one year in 55:12

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In the fourth episode of a series over Parliament’s summer recess, speaking to experts and looking at how Labour have performed in their first year in office, host Alain Tolhurst is joined by not one but two brilliant guests to discuss probably the single most important policy area outside of the economy for this government; health. Labour has long…

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Everyone Deserves A Lawyer, Even "The Monster of Wall Street" 40:39

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Liz revisits her conversation with notorious attorney, Ira Lee "Ike" Sorkin, who shares the story of how he ended up representing "The Monster of Wall Street," Bernard "Bernie" Madoff. In 2009, Bernie pleaded guilty to perpetrating the largest investor fraud ever committed by a single person, and Ike shares why he chose to work with him. Learn more…

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Chris Skidmore on Labour's green record 36:00

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The latest in a series over Parliament’s summer recess, looking at how Labour have performed in their first year in office, this episode features Chris Skidmore, the former Conservative MP, who as Minister of State for Energy and Clean Growth, signed the UK's Net Zero pledge into law in 2019. Later asked to chair a review of the government's net-ze…

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#47 Unlocking the Secrets of The Royal Mint: Gold, Silver, and Platinum Investments 40:12

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In this enlightening episode of the Wise Wealth Podcast, we dive deep into the world of gold, silver, and platinum investments with Stuart O'Reilly, the Market Insights Manager at The Royal Mint. Discover the fascinating transformation journey of the Royal Mint from being the cornerstone of coin manufacturing to its current role in bullion investme…

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Why Kevin O'Leary Wants to Save TikTok 10:15

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The latest U.S. deadline to ban the Chinese-owned social media platform TikTok is quickly approaching. The ban will take place on September 17th, 2025. Previously, President Trump has extended the deadline three times. Now, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has confirmed TikTok will go dark on that date for more than 170 million Americans and 7.5 m…

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Sarah Owen on Labour's equalities record 38:31

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In the second episode of a series over Parliament’s summer recess looking at how Labour have performed in their first year in office, this week's guest on The Rundown is Sarah Owen, Labour MP for Luton North and the chair of the Commons select committee on women and equalities. Speaking to host Alain Tolhurst, she discusses how this government is d…

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A Summer Classic With 16 Handles Yogurt 30:51

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It is summer, and it's hot, so it's time to cool down. Liz takes a look back at her conversation with Neil Hershman, the CEO of the yogurt brand 16 Handles, about his widely popular frozen dessert company. He describes his career journey, which didn't begin in the yogurt business; it started as a student studying to become an astrophysicist. Later,…

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Justine Greening on Labour's social mobility record 44:04

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With Parliament now into its summer recess, The Rundown is going to spend the next few weeks assessing how the Labour government is performing after a year in office in a number of key areas, with the help of some top experts and those with experience of having facing the same problems staring back at Keir Starmer and his Cabinet. Starting this wee…

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Coca-Cola CEO Shares A Tasty Announcement 16:56

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Corn syrup is out; cane sugar is in! Coca-Cola announced in a press release on Tuesday that it will release a new line of its trademark Cola products, sweetened with U.S. cane sugar instead of corn syrup, as a potentially healthier option. In an exclusive interview on The Claman Countdown, Chairman and CEO of Coca-Cola, James Quincey, shares the cr…

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Re-release! Music AND Chemistry: Nuno Maulide on what scientists & business leaders can learn from music 48:37

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For some inspiring summer listening we are re-sharing some of our favorite episodes on the power of science and chemistry. This is a special musical episode with Nuno Maulide, a brilliant chemist AND award winning pianist. Enjoy this discussion about the link between music and science, and his beautiful performance of Bach, Mozart, Chopin and more.…

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From Farmers Markets To A Forbes Feature: Ithaca Hummus CEO Chris Kirby's Multimillion Dollar Business 37:06

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When Founder & CEO of Ithaca Hummus Chris Kirby quit his job to start his own business, he didn’t have a particular product in mind – just a desire to stand out in the competitive restaurant industry. But after enrolling in the Cornell School of Hotel Administration, it didn’t take Chris long to find a gap in the market – hummus. What started as a …

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What Can Starmer Learn From May? 53:23

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This week marks nine years since Theresa May entered Downing Street, after David Cameron’s resignation the morning after the EU referendum, but while Brexit was the reason she became Prime Minister, ultimately it was the thing that ended her premiership too, after she was unable to get a deal through Parliament. Consequently most look back on her t…

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Not Only Surviving, But Thriving: How Nick Green Is Getting Affordable, Healthy Food to Americans 45:16

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Americans have faced a frustrating reality: processed “junk” food is often far cheaper than fresh fruits and vegetables. For many families, especially those on a tight budget, shopping for organic or non-GMO options just isn’t feasible. But what if there was a way to access healthy, affordable groceries online — without breaking the bank? Enter Thr…

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Macron and Starmer Revive ‘Entente Cordiale' 36:26

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With this week’s state visit to Britain by Emmanuel Macron, we’re looking at the state of UK-Franco relations, and how important a new ‘entente cordiale’ is to Keir Starmer as he deals with political problems both home and abroad. Joining host Alain Tolhurst to discuss why the French president is open to a rapprochement after a pretty frosty few ye…

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How Caraway Founder Jordan Nathan Is Saving Americans From Snacking On Microplastics 37:05

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Jordan Nathan was fresh out of college when he started leading the kitchen brand Vremi, successfully launching over 200 products. But everything changed one night, when testing one of the company's non-stick pans led him to suffer Teflon poisoning. From that point forward, Jordan began a deep dive into cookware materials, uncovering a dangerous tru…

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Nightmare end to Keir's first year 31:44

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This weekend marks 12 months since last year’s General Election, when Labour were swept to power with an enormous landslide victory ending 14 long years in opposition, but it seems unlikely they will be hanging the bunting outside Number 10 after a very tough first year in office for Keir Starmer. To discuss just how bad things have got, and how La…

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From Southern Belle to Spymaster; Uncovering the Tale of Elizabeth Van Lew 23:08

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History is packed with untold stories, and tragically, most remain that way. For quite some time, the life of Elizabeth Van Lew—a Southern belle turned revolutionary spymaster—was among them, until FOX Business correspondent Gerri Willis discovered her story while searching for something to inspire young women during the COVID lockdown. Today, Gerr…

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Sarah Vine on political spouses 33:18

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This week we’re taking a look at what life is like not for politicians themselves, but for their spouses, asking what does a life in the Westminster spotlight do to relationships, what their role is, and the often unfair way they are portrayed in the public eye. Someone who knows more about this than most is the journalist Sarah Vine, who for many …

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Re-Release! Science and the Service of Humanity with Nobel Prize Winners Ben Feringa and Steven Chu 39:20

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*This episode was originally released in March 2022* For some inspiring summer listening, we are re-sharing some of our favorite episodes on the power of science and chemistry. This is the VERY FIRST episode we released. Stay tuned for our next season featuring our customers and partners starting in September! In this episode, first released in Mar…

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Building A Gaming Empire Block by Block: CEO David Baszucki On How Roblox Was Born 36:05

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Before smartphones and computers, kids begged for cash to see a movie or buy some candy. In 2025, they’re asking for more Roblox credits.Roblox, a social gaming platform where users create and play games, has taken the world by storm. Today, co-founder and CEO David Baszucki joins Liz to share how it all started, how it went viral, and what’s next …

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Green Party At A Crossroads 37:18

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This week host Alain Tolhurst is joined by Zack Polanski, Green Party deputy leader, as the podcast takes a look at the forgotten winners of last year’s general election, as despite unprecedented success in winning 1.8 million votes and quadrupling their number of MPs to 4, the Greens finds themselves at something of a crossroads. They are joined b…

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Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol Is Brewing A Big Come Back 14:27

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In the last couple of months, Starbucks has undergone some noticeable changes — from removing the extra charge for non-dairy options to removing 13 drinks from their menu. The reason? A new CEO is in town. Liz speaks with Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol live from the 'Starbucks Leadership Experience 2025' to discuss the thought process behind Starbucks'…

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Can this Government deliver? 39:51

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While this week Rachel Reeves set out her plans on how and where Labour is set to spend money for much of the rest of this Parliament, the question now is do they have a plan for how they’re going to deliver on their priorities, and succeed in completing Keir Starmer’s missions for government? Joining host Alain Tolhurst to discuss the vexed issue …

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The Sleep Cure: Oura Ring CEO Tom Hale's Secret Science of Better Sleep 33:49

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It's something we all need, yet rarely get enough of. Sleep can make or break our day, impact our immune system, and affect our bodies and brains in a host of other ways. Yet, many of us are only getting 5 or 6 hours on a good day. Well, a movement is emerging among those who are tired of feeling tired, and a new product is revolutionizing the way …

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How do Spending Reviews work? 52:47

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With Rachel Reeves still finalising her comprehensive spending review next Wednesday, this week we’re looking at how the process works, going inside the battles between the Treasury and Whitehall departments on spending plans for the coming years, with John Glen, conservative MP and a former Treasury minister, Sonia Khan, a special adviser to Phili…

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The Side Hustle Blueprint: The Expert's Guide on Turning Passion Into Profit 27:56

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If you can transform your passion into a lucrative business, what's stopping you? Certified public accountant and attorney Mark Kohler joins Liz to discuss why turning that side hustle idea that's been brewing in the back of your mind into a reality is always worth it, even if it feels incredibly daunting. Kohler walks through how to realistically …

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Inside Labour's New Tribes 40:29

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As disquiet brews within Labour over cuts to welfare, and a perceived failure to pursue a progressive enough agenda, this week host Alain Tolhurst looks inside the governing party as a host of new caucuses and organised campaign groups have sprung up, and asking - who are the new tribes within Labour Who is behind them, what are their aims, and how…

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Partnerships AND Prosperity with Jean Oelwang, CEO of Virgin Unite 33:51

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What is the recipe for an effective and successful partnership? Jean Oelwang, the CEO of Virgin Unite, and one of the foremost experts on partnerships, explains! She and Ilham have a lively discussion about celebrating friction in partnerships, embracing the disruptive detours in one’s career, why we need dyslexic thinking in business, how Virgin U…

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ETTL Classic: Making No Excuses With Former Barstool Sports CEO Erika Ayers Badan 41:49

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We all make excuses. Eventually we need to see them for what they truly are: delay tactics. On today's ETTL encore, CEO of Food52 Erika Ayers Badan shares how she shepherded the sale of Barstool Sports to Penn Entertainment for more than half $1 billion, made no excuses, and wrote her new book, ⁠Nobody Cares About Your Career: Why Failure Is Good, …

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What can we learn from the Coalition? 43:33

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With this month marking 15 years since the signing of the historic Conservative - Liberal Democrat coalition agreement, and given the fractured five-party politics of 2025, what can be learned from five chaotic days in 2010, that led to five years of surprisingly stable government? To discuss how it all came together, and what stopped it from falli…

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Swapping Snickers for Salads: How Farmer's Fridge Revolutionized Vending Machines 35:03

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Imagine driving over 1,000 miles each week for work, surviving on nothing but gas station snacks and fast food from whatever drive-thru happened to be nearby. For traveling salesman Luke Saunders, that was often his reality. But rather than accept it as his new normal, he saw an opportunity: What if healthy food could be just as quick, affordable, …

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The Social Care Crunch 46:18

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This week the podcast looks at another of those knotty, seemingly intractable issues sat on Labour’s in-tray when they entered government last year; namely social care. To look at how successive administrations have failed to grasp the nettle and deal with the rising costs of a sector that has ballooned in size to deal with our ageing population, h…